Flower Chi - Flower Essences

Flower Essences

* What are they? *

A flower essence is an infusion made from the flowering part of the plant that is then stabilized in water and brandy. It carries the vibrational imprint of the plant - its life force energy or 'chi'.

Not to be confused with herbal tinctures which are concentrated plant-based preparations created to address physical issues, flower essences are very diluted (potentized) vibrational preparations whose unique properties allow them to work on our subtle bodies in a profound way while remaining absolutely safe. They have no scent except from the brandy preservative.

Each plant has a unique way of adapting to the world. Some must grow deep roots to find water, while others reach out laterally, intertwining with neighbors to brace against the elements. Some bloom only at night, others bloom once then hibernate for a long time, and still others adapt in creative ways to protect themselves from predators.

The unique harmonizing qualities of plants are available to us in flower essences. They help us by "retuning" our own energy fields when they become imbalanced, enabling us to call upon the strengths and qualities we need at any given time. In the process, our perceptions change as we release emotional, mental and spiritual blocks and turmoil, often bringing to consciousness the truth that lies beneath. Our responses and attitudes shift promoting harmony on all levels of our being.

* How do they work? *

The best way to describe how flower essences work is by using a tuning fork analogy. If you "ping" a tuning fork tuned to the note of G in a room filled with tuning forks of every note on the scale, a sympathetic resonance will occur with tuning forks tuned to G, and they will begin to sing in unison.

In a somewhat similar way, if a flower essence is taken by a person or animal who has an imbalance in that particular frequency, a correction takes places. The natural intelligence of the flower's energy allows it to not only activate a similar frequency that may be weak, but also neutralize an excess of it similar to the "like cures like" method of homeopathic remedies.

Unlike homeopathic remedies however, taking the wrong flower essence will not induce symptoms - it will simply have no effect. Flower essences are purely vibrational remedies, whereas homeopathic remedies work directly on the physical body and have a vibrational element to them.

* How are they used? *

The most common way to take flower essences is orally, four drops four times a day from the convenient dropper bottle, direct or added to drinking water. The standard duration for a particular formula is four weeks but there are variables.

Because they are a vibrational remedy, essences are also effective when used externally - applied directly to the chakras or meridians or anywhere on the skin, added to the bath or misted in a room or on yourself.

* Who is a good candidate to take them? *

Flower essences are excellent choices for a wide range of people - from those who seek emotional peace, to those seeking insight and expanded self-awareness, to those who are going through a rough patch and want extra emotional support or all of the above.

Children and animals are even more responsive to essences than adults. They can sometimes act out or may suddenly withdraw. unable to express themselves to tell us what's bothering them. Flower essences can help them deal with whatever situation they're facing, whether it's bullies in the schoolyard or the loss of a friend. Growing up isn't easy!

* How are your custom essences created? *

PJ is able to tune into your energy and access the issues that are currently asking to be addressed. She's then intutively guided to the correct combination of essences for your special formula.

* What results can I expect? *

Clients who use the flower essences while in heightened emotional states such as extreme stress, overwhelm, fear or despair, often report feeling a sense of peace or relief at the first dose. Those with an especially strong connection to their inner being also have a heightened ability to feel their immediate impact. However, whether or not you feel them isn't at all relative to their effectiveness, or a negative commentary on you, if you don't. Essences reveal their gifts in stages, like a flower blooms. Once you are aware of how they work, you'll begin to see and feel their effects as things shift and change takes place.

Deep-seated issues will disappear in layers. Depending on the targeted issue, you may, for example, notice that your reactions to certain people change, improving the relationships, or that a problem that seemed insurmountable feels doable for no apparent reason. Or feelings of loneliness may dissipate as inner barriers melt and allow self-love to flow again, and suddenly your normally shy self walks up to a complete stranger to initiate a conversation. You may find yourself laughing at things that would have previously made you angry or afraid, or gravitating toward those more aligned with your truth and purpose.

Flower essences help us release self-defeating behaviors and thought patterns that block our flow and lower our vibration. When we begin to vibrate at a higher frequency, our interface with the world changes automatically. They are powerful tools that promote change in both our inner and outer worlds.

* Do essences affect the physical body?*

The physical and emotional bodies, though different, are inseparable. We know that our emotional state profoundly affects our physical bodies for better or worse. As energy blockages form in our auric bodies, we can bring them to consciousness and address them, dispersing the energy. If instead, we habitually continue the thoughts, emotional responses and behavioral patterns that created them, they gain strength and density, moving inward until they appear in their densest form, as physical symptoms. Flower essences help bring blockages or stagnation to consciousness so we can address them before they reach this stage.

Does that mean that if something has already manifested physically, it's too late? Absolutely not. Because of the symbiotic relationship between the emotional and physical bodies, making positive changes to one cannot help but affect the other. That said, logically, it takes a more concerted and time intense effort to disperse energy once it reaches its densest physical form, but success stories abound. Flower essences, visualization, meditation, humor, talk therapy, aromatherapy, and many other tools and practices are powerfully effective accompaniments to the physical protocol you choose to follow, be it herbal, homeopathic, Eastern or Western in nature.

Hey, what about me?

Flower essences can be a blessing to animals too, providing emotional support for the gamut of life issues. They are very effective in dealing with abuse recovery and anti-social behaviors, for example, as well as current stresses - welcoming a new baby, moving to a new house, coping with the loss of a friend or family member, surgery, illness, and even transitioning on.

Sometimes the reason for a behavior change is not so obvious. PJ is able to tune into the energy and find the root cause of the problem. She's then able to provide a formula or program to address it.

The most important thing to remember when using flower essences with your companion is that correcting abnormal behavior and recovering from the more intense life situations can take time. Animals, like children, however, are hyper-responsive to energy medicine and in many cases results are quickly apparent. Have faith in the process.

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A Note On Intake Info:

Your pet's formula would be the same with or without the background information you're asked to provide. The info enables PJ to provide a better interpretation of the results . For people, the birthcharts paint this picture.

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