Dr Bach

Dr Edward Bach qualified as a doctor in the early 1900s, but soon recognised that the medical profession focused on the patient's symptoms, rather than the patient.  He understood that physical health is inextricably linked to the way we think and feel - something that continues to be largely ignored by clinicians today.

 

If that idea seems rather "out there", then you may be interested to learn that a relatively new field of science, epigenetics, is exploring a similar idea; that because our thoughts and beliefs are the primary component of our personal environment, they have the capacity to alter our gene expression.  You can read more about this in Bruce Lipton's excellent book The Biology of Belief.

 

Dr Bach was drawn to the principles of homeopathy and developed the Bach nosodes - homeopathic remedies prepared from intestinal flora, still used by homeopaths today.  Again, he was ahead of his time, as science now acknowledges the role of the intestinal microbiome in health and mental well-being.

Despite the success of the nosodes, Dr Bach disliked working with bacteria and injections, feeling instinctively that healing should be gentle - and that the purity and simplicity of nature held the key.  He relocated from London to the country, moving away not only from the City, but also from focusing his efforts on the need for scientific proof.  Instead, he allowed the principle "treat the patient, not their disease" to be his guiding light and began to experience an enhanced sensitivity in his mind and body.

 

He would wander the fields and lanes until he found a flower which intuitively, he knew would rebalance the particular emotional challenge he was experiencing at that time, restoring his peace of mind.  In this way he discovered the 38 remedies which form his system of flower essences.

 

Dr Bach believed the remedies would address any emotional challenge it is possible to  experience.  He recognized that although the reasons for the challenges would evolve, the actual emotions would remain the same.  For this reason, Dr Bach believed his system was complete and asked that no further remedies be added to it.

 

Read more about Dr Bach.

 

The Remedies

The remedies are produced by laying the flower heads  in spring water and resting them in full sunlight for three hours, which infuses the water with their essence.  This water is then mixed with brandy, as a preservative, to create the mother tincture.

 

When you take the remedies, you aren't ingesting the plant itself, but instead introducing its energetic vibration or frequency to the energy field of your body.

 

There are only trace amounts of alcohol in the remedies, making them safe for all age groups and for animals too.  Alcohol free remedies (using either vegetable glycerine or apple cider vinegar as a preservative) are also available.

Retailer List


The Bach Remedies are available from a number of high street and online retailers, including:

 

The Bach Centre  (alcohol free remedies, preserved with vegetable glycerine, also available)

 

The Bach Flower Remedies Store on Amazon

 

Crystal Herbs (alcohol free remedies, preserved with organic apple cider vinegar, also available)

 

Nelsons

Remedy Guide

(Group Headings Courtesy of Nelsons)

Face Your Fears

 

Remedy: Rock Rose 

 

Emotional Challenge:

I am caught in extreme fear, terror or panic.

I suffer with nightmares.
 

 

Remedy: Mimulus 

 

Emotional Challenge:

I can name and explain the things that frighten me in everyday life.

I am shy and socially timid; social situations frighten and overwhelm me.
 

 

Remedy: Cherry Plum 

 

Emotional Challenge:

I feel anxious and depressed; I fear losing control of my emotions and harming myself or someone else.

I suffer with thoughts of suicide.

I have outbursts of uncontrollable rage.
 

 

Remedy: Aspen

 

Emotional Challenge:

I feel anxious, but I don’t know why.
 

 

Remedy: Red Chestnut

 

Emotional Challenge:

I have an exaggerated fear for my loved ones when they are away from my care.  I always anticipate the worst. 
 

Know Your Own Mind

 

Remedy: Cerato

 

Emotional Challenge:

I question my own decisions and seek reassurance in other people’s opinions. 
 

 

Remedy: Scleranthus 

 

Emotional Challenge:

I find any type of choice or decision emotionally stressful but do not like to ask for help.

My mood can change very suddenly.

I suffer with motion or travel sickness. 

 


 

 

Remedy: Gentian

 

Emotional Challenge:

A setback has left me feeling despondent. I doubt my ability to succeed and am easily discouraged. 
 

 

Remedy: Gorse

 

Emotional Challenge:

I am in absolute despair – there is no positive way forward, so I won’t try.
 

Remedy: Hornbeam

 

Emotional Challenge:

Every morning feels like Monday morning.  I feel exhausted at the thought of the day, before I have done anything.

I procrastinate.
 

 

Remedy: Wild Oat

 

Emotional Challenge:

I am at a crossroads but unsure of the way forward.  I am still searching for my niche in life and have yet to fulfil my ambitions. 


 

Live the Day

 

Remedy: Clematis

 

Emotional Challenge:

I love to escape from reality into my daydreams of the future.

I find it difficult to concentrate and stay present in the moment.
 

 

Remedy: Honeysuckle

 

Emotional Challenge:

I am very preoccupied with events of the past.

I miss my loved one so much that sometimes I forget I exist in the present.

I am homesick.

 


 

 

Remedy: Wild Rose

 

Emotional Challenge:

I accept my fate in life – it is what it is. I don’t welcome change and pass on opportunities if they involve too much effort.
 

 

Remedy: White Chestnut

 

Emotional Challenge:

I am unable to concentrate because I’m exhausted by repetitive, unwanted, worrying thoughts. 


 

 

Remedy: Mustard

 

Emotional Challenge:

A dark melancholia descends from time to time for no known reason; even though I have many things to be grateful for, I feel only gloom.


 

 

Remedy: Chestnut Bud 
 

Emotional Challenge:

I keep on repeating the same mistakes without learning from them. 


 

 

Remedy: Olive

 

Emotional Challenge:

I feel completely exhausted after over-exerting myself or being ill. 

I am studying for examinations. 
 

Stand Your Ground

 

Remedy: Agrimony 

 

Emotional Challenge:

I hide my worries and troubles behind a brave and cheerful face.


 

 

Remedy: Centaury

 

Emotional Challenge:

People take advantage of my kind and willing nature.

I can be over-anxious to please. 

 

 


 

 

Remedy: Walnut

 

Emotional Challenge:

I am struggling to accept and adapt to this new phase of my life.

I find change difficult. 

I am sometimes led astray from my chosen path by the ideas and influence of others. 

 


 

 

Remedy: Holly

 

Emotional Challenge:

I am overcome with strong, burning feelings of jealousy, envy, hatred, revenge or suspicion.

Reach Out to Others

 

Remedy: Water Violet

 

Emotional Challenge:

I am naturally reserved and private.  I enjoy my own company and my personal space is important to me, but I am lonely. 

 

 

Remedy: Impatiens

 

Emotional Challenge:

I feel impatient and irritated when people or situations don’t go as quickly as I need them to.

 

 


 

 

Remedy: Heather

 

Emotional Challenge:

I love talking to other people about my life and my feelings but they don’t always want to listen.  I dislike being alone.


 

Find Joy and Hope

 

Remedy: Larch

 

Emotional Challenge:

I doubt my own ability, feel inferior and am afraid of failure.  I let opportunities pass me by.
 

 

Remedy: Pine

 

Emotional Challenge:

I feel so guilty and am full of self-reproach.

I often take the blame for others’ mistakes and feel unworthy.

I am over conscientious. 

 


 

 

Remedy: Elm

 

Emotional Challenge:

I’m normally a capable and confident person but I’ve begun to feel overwhelmed and panicked by my responsibilities.
 

 

Remedy: Sweet Chestnut

 

Emotional Challenge:

I am desolate and heartbroken; I do not believe there is a way out of my utter despair.  My life holds no joy. 
 

 

Remedy: Star of Bethlehem

 

Emotional Challenge:

Something traumatic has happened to me or around me, which has shocked and distressed me.

I am shocked and full of grief at the loss of my loved one, but cannot express my deep sorrow. 

 

Remedy: Willow

 

Emotional Challenge:

I don’t deserve what has happened in my life and I don’t feel inclined to forgive or forget.  Life is hard for me and I resent it. 

 

Remedy: Oak

 

Emotional Challenge:

Normally I am strong, courageous and reliable, but I am no longer able to struggle bravely through illness or adversity.
 

 

Remedy: Crab Apple (the Cleansing Remedy)

 

Emotional Challenge:

I am extremely houseproud and fastidious about hygiene. 

I am uncomfortable with my physical appearance and bodily functions.

Live and Let Live

 

Remedy: Chicory

 

Emotional Challenge:

I feel hurt and unappreciated when my love and advice is rejected by those I care about.  I can be possessive and selfish. 
 

 

Remedy: Vervain

 

Emotional Challenge:

I am a passionate advocate against any form of injustice, but sometimes there aren’t enough hours in my day. 

 

 


 

 

Remedy: Vine

 

Emotional Challenge:

As a leader, the right course of action is always clear to me; I don’t need to negotiate or persuade.  I can be domineering and inflexible. 
 

 

Remedy: Beech

 

Emotional Challenge:

I need to develop a more understanding and tolerant attitude towards others.  I can be arrogant, critical and judgemental. 

 

Remedy: Rock Water

 

Emotional Challenge:

High standards are very important to me and I work hard to achieve them; I expect the same from others.

I can be self righteous.

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