Hi guys, this is Annie and I have got good news. The brand Bach has approached me for a social media collaboration! An actual pinch me-moment for a Flower Remedy enthusiast like me.
Last April, I took an educational Bach course in Oxford. It felt meaningful to return and deepen my understanding of the remedies, in the place where Dr. Bach his work began. While I was there studying his materials, the request came in to collaborate with the brand to share more about their Rescue Remedy. Flower Remedies are a great passion of mine and this collaboration makes it feel just right to start sharing more about this world with you.
What is Bach?Â
"Bach" is referring to Dr. Edward Bach, the inventor of Flower Remedies. The physician decided to immerse himself in the world of flowers around the 1920s. He established the theory that you can treat emotional imbalances with the energetic properties of flowers. This led him to create a set of 38 different Flower Remedies that supports a state of overall emotional well-being.Â
A Flower Remedy is essentially a small glass bottle filled with spring water, brandy and the conserved energy of a flower.
Hold on, explain...
Dr. Bach studied what happens when a flower is placed in a bowl of water and left to rest in sunlight. Through this process, the water absorbs the flower’s energetic imprint. To preserve this essence, a small portion is mixed with brandy when transferred into smaller bottles: the very ones you may have seen in in drugstores, pharmacies, and... on my feed.
What are Flower Remedies for?
Dr. Bach’s system contains 38 remedies, designed to support a wide range of different emotional states. From loneliness and frustration, to anxiety and gloom. We all experience emotions, yet feeling is not always comfortable. I experience Flower Remedies to be a gentle support in moving through emotional waves. They help strengthen my capacity to feel. And the more I can support myself in feeling, the closer I am to my true self.
This is why I describe Flower Remedies to be my feeling companions. I see them as tools that help me feel better. I believe that flowers are here to support us in balancing our emotions. When we feel out of alignment, Flower Remedies shine light on what is disturbed beneath the surface. Flower Remedies help us alchemise the energy we were once unable to hold.
I have been taking Flower Remedies throughout my whole life. Referring to them feels like a second nature. This connection developed itself in the first months of my life.
I would not stop crying as a baby. My parents had tried everything. Eventually, they were advised by a homeopathic doctor to give me Dr. Bach's Rescue Remedy. My mom started to treat me with the drops and the crying stopped. My parents were stunned and have continued to treat me, as well as my two younger brothers, with Flower Remedies ever since.
Rescue to The RescueÂ
You might have spotted the tiny yellow bottle at the drug store. It is essentially a blend of five different flowers, created for emergency situations. This remedy is traditionally used for moments of emotional overwhelm, when you are seeking a sense of comfort and calm. Think: an accident, stage fright, exams, surgery or any moment of instant panic…
The Rescue Remedy is designed to comfort after shock (Rock Rose). To ease the tension (Star of Bethlehem). To pull ourselves back into the moment (Clematis). Ease frustration (Impatiens) and regulate the fear of losing control (Cherry Plum).
I love how this little yellow bottle seems to be the most well-known from the Bach collection. I read the rumours about high-performing athletes and artists who use these drops before stepping onto the field or stage. That is exactly what Rescue is for: those unexpected, intense moments when we suddenly feel overwhelmed by sensations. I always make sure to carry The Rescue Remedy with me when I travel or when I head to events that come with sweaty armpits.
"Feeling this bottle inside my pocket gives me a sense of safety"
How To Use The Drops
The drops can be taken under the tongue or added to a glass of water. You could even put the the drops straight onto your skin, in your bath or add them to your favourite beverage.
For one of the 38 standard Flower Remedies, 2 drops in a large glass of water are suggested to be sipped over the course of the day. For The Rescue Remedy, 4 drops are advised to be taken as needed. Â
If you want to avoid alcohol, it would be best to choose an alcohol-free or glycerin-based version.
Try not to let the glass dropper touch the mouth or tongue, this keeps the bottle clean and extends its shelf life.
Keep The Rescue Remedy in your bag, car or wallet, so it is always there for you at times you need it most.
Take-away
I believe that Flower Remedies are here to support us in feeling and I would love for you to experience their potential. Because Flower Remedies are often regulated either as homeopathic products or as food supplements, I cannot make claims that the drops would treat, prevent or cure medical conditions.
All I can share is my own experience with, as well as my passion for, this system. I am here to inspire you to try the remedies for yourself, if you are feeling called to do so. And in the meantime, I am here to answer all of your remedy questions.
Disclaimer: This article is for educational and informational purposes only and reflects merely personal experience. Flower Remedies are not a substitute for medical or veterinary care. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication, have a medical condition, or wish to avoid alcohol, please consult a qualified healthcare professional before use.
