BACH

AGRIMONY
ASPEN
BEECH
CENTAURY
CERATO
CHERRY PLUM
CHESTNUT BUD
CHICORY
CLEMATIS VITALBA
CRAB APPLE
ELM
GENITIAN
GORSE
HEATHER
HOLLY
HONEYSUCKLE
HORNBEAM
IMPATIENS
LARCH
MIMULUS
MUSTARD
OAK
OLIVE
PINE
RED CHESTNUT
RESCUE REMEDY
ROCK ROSE
ROCK WATER
SCLERANTHUS
STAR OF BETHLEHEM
SWEET CHESTNUT
VERVAIN
VINE
WALNUT
WATER VIOLET
WHITE CHESTNUT
WILD OAT
WILD ROSE
WILLOW
CICHORIUM INTYBUS (Chicory)
DYSENTERY BACILLUS
GAERTNER BACILLUS
MORGAN BACILLUS
MUTABILE BACILLUS
PROTEUS BACILLUS
SYCOTIC BACILLUS
 1. REMEDY NAME:AGRIMONY

Agrimony has been used as an herbal remedy for liver troubles. Liver disturbances may exist. Craving for
stimulants is a frequent indication.

Restlessness in mind and body. Anxieties and worries. Internal disquiet, nervousness and hurried.

Agrimony will greatly ease pain in a patient who is smiling despite pain and internal torture. Suppression,
over-compliance and denial of emotions.

<MIND>

Often people in need of Agrimony show the desire to not let others down and burden them with their
personal problems, instead they intend to spread cheer and uplift others. One tends not to express strong
emotions which could bring disharmony or strife to oneself or others. Resentment and antagonism
nonetheless build up within and may find release unexpectedly in spiteful remarks or in masked,
aggressive behavior. The mind is unsettled and restless, prone to be distracted. Inner cares and worries.

Anxieties build up, restlessness and a sense of dissatisfaction. Grief or other forms of disappointment.
Resentment or guilt which are not being worked through. Unresolved conflicts or trauma. Inner
restlessness, a sense of boredom. Often finds some relief in drugs, entertainment, or other forms of
diversion. Quarrels distress and bring unhappiness.

2. REMEDY NAME:ASPEN

Aspen can greatly benefit those unable to fall asleep due to their fears of letting go. Sleeping disorders
and insomnia due to nightmares of an eerie, haunting kind. Foreboding and anxious disquiet in mind and
body. In panic disorders, when no apparent reason can be given for the attacks. (Cherry Plum, Rock
Rose). Anxiety attacks marked by the typical, vague fears with shaking and trembling. Anxiety about
death. Mental and emotional withdrawal. Dejected or haunted in appearance.

<MIND>

In the Aspen state, the mind is overly receptive and too easily impressed. Primordial fears and feelings of
doom. Delusions, superstitions, omens, fateful encounters, prophesies and ghost stories. Some people
develop personal rituals to establish a sense of protection. Forebodings are vague and may be solely
imaginary. Intuitive, spiritual or psychic paths of personal development may lead people into the Aspen
state.

Aspen is indicated in states of fearful delusions and paranoia when fears are based on imaginary content
with haunting features.

3. REMEDY NAME:BEECH

People in need of Beech may appear haughty and rigid in body posture, in some cases, frequently raised
eyebrows can be observed. Fault-finding, criticism and intolerance are predominant traits. The attitude
may also be less condescending, more nagging and dissatisfied.
In the treatment of persecutory delusions or paranoid personality disorders, Beech lessens the tendency to
overly criticize others and fit them into a specific image with threatening features (Holly, Willow).

<MIND>

The mind is narrowed in perception, tolerance and judgment, although one believes oneself to have the
right attitude and capacity for assessment. This results in self-deception. The ego raises itself above others
with the self-appointed right to assume critical judgment on another's expression of life. It is a state of
arrogance, an attempt to impress upon others one's own standards of assessment considered special or
perfect.

Judging others creates superiority and those criticized are held low,condescended against. Oftentimes, one
actually does not want them to measure up to one's own perfect style, so that one may continue to
consider oneself special. The mind does not want others to move up in standard and it gives more
personal satisfaction to keep them in their place.

There is often an underlying sadness, a personal loss of a more perfect reality that is mourned. To have
personal perfect standards and finding reality wanting implies a loss, a sense of being let down. In many
cases, if grief was not allowed to be fully worked through there may develop a Beech state. The event or
person is criticized or rejected, instead of mourned.

4. REMEDY NAME:CENTAURY

Lack of stamina may be apparent, people may not seem fully invigorated or empowered. Weakness in the
mind, emotions and body. The psychosomatic diseases of hypertension, (Willow), hyperthyroidism,
(Vervain), insulin dependent diabetes, soft tissue rheumatism and rheumatoid arthritis. (Chicory)

In a mental illness, when excessive submissiveness and attempts to please others are part of the
underlying dynamic, Centaury is of service, as in dependent personality disorder, (Cerato). Over-
compliance and disregard of one's own needs. (Oak) One gives others priority over oneself, seeing their
needs first and de-emphasizing one's own.

<MIND>

In the Centaury state, the mind is easily impressed with the needs and demands of others, to the point of
wishing to do good and be of service. The balance of perception is tilted in favor of others. Feelings of
guilt and loyalty may further bind and narrow one's way. Life may seem more as drudgery than
adventure.

A mistake of the service oriented person is to overlook growing personal weakness and exhaustion.

As needs of others seem predominant, one's own needs assume less importance and one's health and
strength may be undermined slowly. Serving others may be a refuge for some, a binding up of one's
identity with a positive attitude, a way to build self-esteem and find approval by others.

There may be sadness within, due to unfulfilled potential or unanswered needs. There may also be
disappointment, resentment or frustration in the helpful person due to the insensitivity and neglect. The
person may also lack courage to make their needs known, or their ethical principles may prevent them
from entertaining resentful impulses, therefore they can't assert their needs to others.

5. REMEDY NAME:CERATO

Lack of assertiveness may exist, the person is rather retreating and allows others to lead. In regard to
uncertain, unsteady gait or posture, especially if caused by reluctance and inhibition, Cerato will give
physical assurance.

In diseases of the immune system, when it does not know how to achieve health, Cerato may aid in
reviving inner strength and help the organism decide on a strategy of defense.

Internal agony, preoccupation with oneself, hampering self-observation and shyness are common
(Mimulus, Larch). Cerato is indicated in speech problems arising from inner uncertainty, it is also of
service during language development when inner certainty needs to be improved. Further, it could assist
in developmental disorders by helping the mind gain in certainty and enhancing learning potential
(Chestnut Bud). In other distortions of expression of personality, fixed ideas and irrational anxieties,
inappropriate laughing and immature behavior.

In mental illness, this remedy can be of service in gender identity disorders, anxiety disorders, delusions,
elimination disorders and sexual disorders (Cherry Plum for the last two), or whenever there is an
underlying dynamic of uncertainty of consciousness expression.

<MIND>

There is lack of self-esteem and easily stimulated feelings of inferiority. One is impressed by others
decisive demeanor, wants to measure up, wishes for recognition and approval by others. There is
continued doubting, uncertainty and lack of personal decisiveness and self-assurance.

The person in the Cerato state relies heavily on the advice of others, often admiring their decisive move
through life and feeling less adequate themselves. They are overly impressed with outward shows and
trends, people in charge of themselves and the situation, while they feel hampered within, often blaming
themselves for this uncomfortable state.

There is mistrust in one's capacity to judge correctly and make the appropriate decision. Dependent
personality disorder, Cerato addresses the excessive dependence on the approval and advice of others
(Centaury). In regard to anxiety disorders and delusions, Cerato can help those lost in their own reality.

6. REMEDY NAME:CHERRY PLUM

Cherry Plum can help people suffering from diseases of the nervous system to find added peace in mind
and body (Rock Rose). Extreme nervousness, threatened nervous breakdown (Rock Rose, Vervain).
Nervous twitches, grimaces, gestures are common in severe cases. The body expresses the mental
struggle taking place within.

The remedy is of service in tic disorders, elimination disorders and sexual disorders (Cerato). Mounting
tension can release suddenly in unpredictable outbursts of violence. The physical concomitant symptoms
related to speech problems can benefit from the calming influence of this remedy.
Cherry Plum, when indicated treats phobias of all kind, (Mimulus, Rock Rose).

Fear of sudden physical or mental failure, as in stammering, or in diseases such as epilepsy or repeated
fainting. It is indicated every time there is fear of losing control over one's faculties, one feels helpless in
face of overwhelming stress.

In severe pain, when one feels almost unable to bear the strain and torture, when the mind is at the verge
of breaking down, Cherry Plum brings relief. During drug rehabilitation, physical and emotional cravings
can be reduced. In some cases, unbearable pain can lead to homicide or suicide.

<MIND>

In the Cherry Plum state, the mind is over-strained and out of balance. This state may come on after
prolonged mental effort leading to failing nerve power and exhaustion. Cherry Plum is used in treatment
of delusions and psychotic states when the boundaries of consciousness are disintegrating and the mind
becomes subjected to unconscious and primordial forces.

Cherry Plum can be of service in nervousness, shyness and stage fright, these being unwanted mental
states which one tries to fight within oneself. Great anguish and distress are experienced in the Cherry
Plum state, with the intense fear of losing control. The Cherry Plum state maybe trapped in the thrill or
excitement to do forbidden things. There arises the fear that all balance will be lost and the impulsive,
unwanted thoughts will win.

All problems in regard to impulses fall under the action of this remedy (Impatiens, Holly, Vervain).
Cherry Plum also has obsessive-compulsive, perfectionist or ritualistic behavior with the intention to
avoid succumbing to the dreaded impulses. Impulses dictating to carry out certain acts, dangerous to
oneself or others, or socially unfit. Many crimes and suicides are committed, while being in the Cherry
Plum state.

7. REMEDY NAME:CHESTNUT BUD

Impulsive physical conduct and some degree of hyperactivity or restlessness can be concomitant physical
features. One may bring the self and others in danger through recklessness, or disregard important
physical needs.

In developmental problems, attention-deficit and hyperactivity disorder and disruptive behaviors,

Chestnut Bud helps the mind to settle into restful concentration and retain the learning material. In
personality disorders marked by a refusal to change and acquire empathy for others, such as in antisocial,
criminal and personality disorders, (Vine).

<MIND>

In the Chestnut Bud state, the mind is restless and impulsive, easily distracted, absent-minded and not set
on learning in the factual and moral sense. The mind in need of Chestnut Bud is marked by jumping from
topic to topic, or superficially through a text, or rushing ahead impatiently.

Consequently, learned material is not contained very well, although capacity for memory is usually
present. There may be inappropriate laughing or gliding over reprimands.
One is easily carried by positive as well as negative emotions. They may appear unreasonable, easily
swayed, naive, emotionally unstable, impulsive, defiant and somewhat lacking in integrity or depth.
People not willing to obey laws and adjust to a normal socialization process often are in need of this
remedy. They do not learn readily from experience, are often heedless or careless.

8. REMEDY NAME:CHICORY

The inactive Chicory type may show an unspoken need to be loved. (Scleranthus). A face prone to pout or
look hurt and withdrawn may portray the Chicory state of self-pity. Ulcer patients as well, if prone to
tyrannical outbursts and yet falling ill whenever affection is withdrawn.

Others resort to anorexia, vomiting, nausea, bulimia and over-eating in an effort to draw attention and
love to the self. Bronchial asthma, with difficulty in expiring, can rest on emotional hurt and self-pity.
They are self-protective with an anxious attempt to hold in emotions.

In the diseases of soft tissue rheumatism and rheumatoid arthritis of a psychosomatic origin. Overly
controlling and service-oriented, while suppressing hostile emotions and demanding attention when sick.

Hypochondriasis, pain disorders. Chronic constipation.

<MIND>

In the Chicory state, the mind is bent on taking care of others according to one's own design or idea. The
care received may be interpreted as being too forceful or unnecessary.

There develop sentiments of self-pity in the care giving person, a sense of not being appreciated for one's
efforts.

The Chicory mind has fairly rigid opinions and ways of working with others. There is the conviction that
one's perceptions and opinions are correct and one assumes the right to enforce them on others. There is
also the tendency to be overly careful with details, one's daily duties and cleanliness.

Possessiveness of people, as well as of goods, is another indication for this remedy. Chicory can help heal
the preoccupation with pain without physical findings.

In personality disorders, based on attention seeking within the sexual sphere. This remedy is indicated in
the treatment of feigning of sickness in order to gain attention, (Chestnut Bud, Heather). Eating disorders,
(Crab Apple, Mustard). In hysterical neurosis, when the body expresses through illness the unvoiced need
for attention and love.

There is the need to be the center of attention and be appreciated. Self-pity, sullenness and pouting are
common, if affectionate attention is not offered. If consoled, there may be annoyance and persisted in
self-pity, as if to arouse even more sympathy in the other. People may resort to manipulation, power play,
pretense, threat, possessiveness, or feigning of sickness in order to convey that they feel hurt, offended, or
overlooked. If attended to, they may reject being consoled which increases their self-pity and may create
further alienation in others.

9. REMEDY NAME:CLEMATIS VITALBA

One is shocked by sudden noise and startles easily when touched. Sleepiness, drowsiness, fainting and
vertigo are common. In some comatose states, Clematis may restore consciousness. The body may seem
as if not "inhabited", as the mind draws to future dream castles or removes due to exhaustion or emotional
hardship. Some people may have out-of-body experiences.

<MIND>

The mind is set on dreams of future fulfillment, rather than seeing the present as promising and trying to
find happiness therein. Reality may appear hazy, as if veiled and there may be the tendency to suddenly
lose touch and become drowsy or sleepy. One may feel lightheaded or vacant in one's mind, as if the mind
was removed and not fully centered or concentrated.

These states come on from daydreaming about future happiness, also from fatigue, from strenuous or
saddening daily routines. In school settings, one may notice the unmotivated, daydreaming student whose
absent-mindedness is prevalent, although interrupted here and there by spurts of interest.

In delusions with ecstatic content (Vervain), with pleasant visions and reveries, Clematis removes the lure
and brings the mind back to reality.

The person in the Clematis state is hopeful. As one dwells on these dreams and reveries, one is most
happy. Reality seems harsh in comparison, void of meaning, lonely or sad. One feels more passive,
awaiting changes to come and staying out of touch with people and present circumstance.

10. REMEDY NAME:CRAB APPLE

This remedy can be of service in unclean skin, acne, accumulated wastes in the blood stream, cleansing of
digestive tract, long-lasting viral infections and chronic poisoning due to environmental hazards. It also
helps to draw out impurities from a wound, if applied to the bandage.

Chronic diarrhea. Feelings of disgust or repulsion have been interpreted to be at the bottom of anorexia,
vomiting, nausea and emaciation (Chicory, Mustard). Bulimia can also be motivated by strong repulsion
toward the food consumed with the urge to vomit. Anorexia and bulimia rest on the Crab Apple tendency
to obsess with weight problems.

<MIND>

In the Crab Apple state, the mind is overly concentrating on one aspect of the self that is considered
unclean, shameful, bothering and burdensome. This attitude is enhanced by underlying feelings of
helplessness one feels in regard to the problem. One feels unable to shake off or overcome the disturbing
condition and feelings of despair may develop.

The Crab Apple state is marked by obsessive preoccupation with beauty flaws or states of sickness
considered unclean and unbecoming. Contamination is feared through a source outside of the self, such as
by germs or unclean surroundings. Personal hidden shame, or fear of uncleanness in thought or action.

The Crab Apple view is self-centered. It is shame about one's appearance or inner guilt and uncleanness.
Some people feel an intense craving or desire to be cleansed and purified from within. True despair and
despondency may develop, as one feels unable to free or cleanse oneself. This holds true especially when
repeatedly engaging in sinful or shameful behavior and regretting it later on.

In cases of abuse or molestation, a Crab Apple state may come in the victim who feels soiled or dirty. In
treatment of obsessive-compulsive behavior with a deep shame, (Cherry Plum, Pine). Obsessive,
exaggerated preoccupation with imagined or hardly noticeable physical defects. Minor problems may
assume disproportionate importance.

11. REMEDY NAME:ELM

Tendency to exhaustion in mind, emotions and body, listlessness and lethargy. Unresolved,
overwhelming conflicts and work loads can lead to the formation of chronic diseases. (White Chestnut).

<MIND>

Elm is also indicated for the mind busy at work on details, while not having an appropriate overview of
the various tasks and not being able to plan the best approach to completing the job. One may get lost in
details and feel that progress has not really been made. In the Elm state, the mind feels unable to rise
above challenges or duties that are being presented or still lie ahead. One actually perceives the task as
insurmountable while one feels weak and small in front of it.

Personal high expectations and a strong sense of duty. One views the tasks as one whole mass of
overwhelming duty. Instead of concentrating on a step at a time and letting the rest be. "Duty" is another
aspect of the Elm state.

The tasks look somewhat threatening, intimidating, like a burdensome or dreaded duty. One experiences
the emotions of being overwhelmed. Feelings of dread, anxiety, intimidation by the amount of duties.
Internal exhaustion and feelings of inadequacy. Dread in the face of enormous tasks. Disillusionment and
despondency and despair. There can be feelings of sadness when one realizes that one's goals were
unrealistic and not within one's reach.

12. REMEDY NAME:GENITIAN

Lack of physical stamina may be common. This remedy helps to accelerate physical healing in a patient
plagued by doubts and discouragement about the slow process of cure.

<MIND>

The Gentian mind is easily discouraged. Weakened capacity for perseverance and lack of courage to give
one's all to a task or challenge. There is lack of inner stamina and faith. One may feel disheartened and
ready to give up, as soon as hindrances arise.

In the Gentian state, the easily stimulated doubting and discouragement weaken enjoyment of life and
personal self-assurance. Belief in one's capacities wavers. Willpower is lacking. The mind has the
tendency to exaggerate, to view small setbacks with discouragement.
Lack of faith in oneself and the tendency to give up. Lack of interest with withdrawal from challenges and
from involvement in the world. Sadness or depression often accompany this state. In the Gentian state,
one also does not feel grounded or centered enough.

13. REMEDY NAME:GORSE

In cases of true hopelessness, such as terminal illness, Gorse will help to raise spirits. Lowered vitality
and sinking of strength. The Gorse state in not confined to sickness, but can be experienced during
various situations of life, in business and family life, whenever a situation seems hopeless and one resigns
to it. It is a state of lowered health, dangerous for those in sickness, the vital force itself is loosing its
incentive to live and fight on.

<MIND>

In the Gorse state, the mind cannot perceive a way out of a difficult situation and all incentive to give
oneself to new ideas and hopes is gone.

It is a state of deep-reaching hopelessness and resignation. There comes the cessation of uncertain hopes.
One accepts one's lot, succumbing to adverse forces. Denial and recurring disappointment. Although there
is certainty that all hopes are lost, uncertainty still remains in regard to what exactly lies ahead. Although
one may appear calm, there is also underlying sadness and a sense of misfortune and suffering.

14. REMEDY NAME:HEATHER

In the Heather state one can appear overbearing and agitated in demeanor. Factitious and sleep disorders,
centering around feigning or unconscious production of sickness with concurrent urge to talk about
symptoms, can occur. Sleep-like disorders (see Chicory, Chestnut Bud) or obsessively fixated ideas
(White Chestnut).

<MIND>

There exists a self-centered view of life and one holds the assumption that one deserves sympathy and
regard. The mind is stuck on personal affairs and attaches much importance to experienced hardships and
dilemmas.

There is great inner urging to share through words, talking is an important characteristic of the Heather
state. Inner pressure of loneliness and self-related worry needs to be expressed, the craving for attention
and sympathy needs to be stilled.

Should words alone do not have the desired effect, other attention getting behavior is added to this
dynamic, either consciously or unconsciously. Such as feigning a sickness, hypochondriasis (Chicory,
Mimulus).

In case of injustice received or if one was undermined in one's honest efforts, there is an even greater
need to find sympathetic listeners who give support. Talkative over seemingly unimportant details. When
the talking serves to gain attention, feel special and show self-pity.

15. REMEDY NAME:HOLLY

The Holly state can be a state of exhaustion, frazzled nerves and of being over stimulated by
environmental impact. Excessive noise and turmoil, as may be caused by children, can spoil the mood and
create the urge to "fight" oneself free. If held within, there is much internal suffering and agony.

If expressed, others suffer as well, while there might be the illusion of having helped the self to feel less
stifled.

Nervousness, physical irritability, tension headaches or migraines may occur, headaches may come on
after annoying experiences or reflect the force of suppressed anger. The person may be prone to outbursts
of anger, rage or violence which can also lead to injuries for oneself and others. The suppressed Holly
state can over time result in psychosomatic illness, (see Willow).

In regard to mental disorders, this remedy is of value in treatment of antisocial personality disorders,
(Chestnut Bud, Vine). Paranoid personality disorder and delusions. Disorders with aggressive or jealous
features. In persecutory or paranoid delusions, there can be heightened accusation and antagonism against
the imagined threat of others (Beech, Willow). In problems with impulse control, when rage is not
bridled, (Cherry Plum, Impatiens, Vervain).

<MIND>

In the Holly state, one easily perceives disturbances or other people as threats to one's peace and well-
being. Over sensitivity to minor occurrences which would leave many others undisturbed. The irritated
mind is set on rejection in such a state, on being free of the annoyance, even to the point of inflicting
harm, as happens in extreme cases.

The Holly state is a fighter's mentality, an agitated, aggressive state, either expressed through words or
gestures, or simply held within, as stirred-up emotions grip the self. The mind, being too quick to perceive
others as threatening, is prone to be swayed and become unreasonable due to suspicion, envy, jealousy,
revenge, anger and wounded pride.

Emotions experienced in the Holly state can be very strong and rule the self. Persons with good intentions
who are irritable and easily annoyed. Much violence and abuse originate in this agitated Holly state that
may come on even if not wished for. To be prone to vexation and upset is a painful experience, creating
much internal suffering.

16. REMEDY NAME:HONEYSUCKLE

Honeysuckle may apply to many different situations of life, whenever a lost preferred state calls from the
past and diverts from fully exploring the present. Home-sickness, a lost love, even loss of beauty or
position in life, can lead to the Honeysuckle state.

In mental illness, when sentimental visions of the past grip the self repeatedly, or when one experiences
delusions, visions, or voices of lost loved ones in reaction to unresolved trauma or severe grief (Star of
Bethlehem).

Lethargy, sleepiness and diminished vitality can be concomitant symptoms.

<MIND>
In the Honeysuckle state, the mind dwells on past memories. Reminiscences and nostalgia carry more
fascination than the colorless present. In fact, in the Honeysuckle state, one sadly believes that the
happiness of the past can never be repeated in the present or future and one hangs on to it.

Sadness is the predominant emotion, yet it is tinged with cherishing something lost. Longing to relive
former happiness. There is also hopelessness and resignation in regard to present and future. These
feelings are often in old age when the losses cannot be replaced in this life. The children have moved on,
one's health is fading, the partner may be dying.

17. REMEDY NAME:HORNBEAM

Lethargy in mind and body, which may seem like a mild depression in some cases, often accompanies the
Hornbeam state. The remedy can be of service after head injuries when power of concentration is
diminished and fatigue sets in readily (Scleranthus, Mustard, Wild Oat).

This remedy is of value in study and school settings, or whenever prolonged mental work is called for. It
will revitalize mental powers of clarity and concentration and give perseverance. It is of service in
developmental, learning disabilities and retardation, (Chestnut Bud, Mustard, Wild Oat).

In brain dysfunction due to physical causation, as in organic mental syndromes and disorders and in
retardation, A chronic Hornbeam state may lead not only to physical fatigue, with a devitalization of the
body, (see Wild Oat). Avoidance of work and procrastination may occur due to fatigue. Work does not
appeal, one feels lax in fiber.

<MIND>

The mind in need of Horneam is fatigued and listless and the body may feel this lethargy as well. One has
to use willpower and push oneself to work and still the mind may feel dull or lacking in power of
concentration.

Emotions center around the fatigue and one copes with listlessness, frustration, temporary feelings of
being overwhelmed, lack of interest, boredom, mild depression and occasional resentment and
unkindness. One is more prone to be irritable and may be less inclined to be of assistance or do extra
work for others, mostly because one needs the extra strength for oneself.

18. REMEDY NAME:IMPATIENS

Impatiens is indicated in all situations of life calling for increased patience and forbearance, or when one's
life style has become tense and driven. The impatient urges and the tendency to high-speed performance
have to be held within, there creating nervous tension and cardiovascular strain.

There may be internal agitation and impatience. Here, the suffering may be great, since outlets of inner
tension are blocked out of consideration for others and inner tension may mount to an advanced stage of
nervousness.

In extreme cases, a nervous breakdown is threatened. Concomitant symptoms are nervous tension, strain,
problems with high blood pressure, heart trouble.
Threatened nervous breakdown in extreme cases. Internal and external agitation and sudden explosions of
temper with possible violence are common.

<MIND>

The mind is in a tense, wound-up state and there is the urgency to work and move fast. Speeding in mind
leads to speeding in one's movements, propelled by internal agitation and restlessness. Efficiency is a
desirable goal in this state, one works fast and counts one's progress, one gets the job done.

This inner dynamic, usually coupled with ability and skill, gives the personal perspective of being a
leader or role model whom the others should follow or keep up with. Impatient people may be ruthless or
self-centered, short of temper and intimidating.

In problems with impulse control and during drug rehabilitation, this remedy can help restore balance in
mind/emotions and body and increase self-mastery (Cherry Plum, Holly, Vervain). While being in the
more expressed Impatiens state, one usually feels less inclined to linger with others and pay thoughtful
attention, but drives oneself and others from one activity to the next.

Commonly, there are experiences of anger, frustration, dissatisfaction and irritability. Self-centeredness
may be high and the feeling may exist that others should pay attention and revolve around the impatient
person's idiosyncrasies. The less expressed impatient type may experience despair more easily or feelings
of being overwhelmed by high situation demands coupled with inner lack of nerve power and calm
control.

19. REMEDY NAME:LARCH

Larch treats states of low self-confidence. Lack of energy, drooping sensation, weary limbs and reluctant
posture may be concomitant features. One may appear withdrawn or not animated.

<MIND>

In the Larch state, one does not perceive oneself as capable or successful. One anticipates failure and feels
that one cannot quite measure up to the challenges of life. For this reason, one may avoid new
opportunities for growth and advancement. One also compares oneself with others, believing everybody
else to be more in charge of themselves and their lives. This error of perception undermines the self-
image.

In the Larch state, the view into life is too much directed within oneself rather than focused toward the
people and tasks in one's environment, (Cerato, Mimulus). Worry about oneself.

While being within the confines of the self and not feeling empowered to rise to life's challenges, one may
experience internal sadness, regret, despondency and even despair.

In the Larch state, one feels suppressed within and it may seem impossible to rise above these limitations.
Feelings of inferiority, fear of failure, shyness and lack of personal strength. Also a sense of loneliness
and alienation from others. In the Larch state, one may feel lax and dampened, without energy or
incentive. This experience may resemble the state of depression, when there is no real courage or joy.
 20. REMEDY NAME:MIMULUS

Mimulus treats concrete fears of a known origin. Nervousness, not of a severe nature, lowered stamina
and decrease in vitality are possible side-effects of the Mimulus state. Hypochondriacal, obsessive
anxieties can develop in regard to the manifestations of minor symptoms and intensify them.

This remedy is invaluable in all forms of anxiety disorders and phobias when there are concrete objects,
persons, or situations of fear (Rock Rose). Fear lodges in the stomach region and creates disturbance,
there are frequent loose bowels and intestinal griping pains during acute states of anxiety, in long standing
states of fearfulness, chronic diarrhea may develop. In severe states of dread, there can be a sense of
internal agony or a slumping of vitality.

In cardiac neurosis, duodenal ulcers in the passive-dependent patient, emotional diarrhea, urticaria and
atopic dermatitis. Anxiety, excessive self-observation and fear of being rejected. During physical
rehabilitation after accidents or surgery, or during sickness or old-age infirmities, when every move
frightens and small pains intimidate.

<MIND>

In the Mimulus state, the mind always knows exactly what is feared, what is the object of dread. Dreaded
things, persons, or events are seen as a hurdle, or as a dangerous deterrence that one seeks to avoid and
retreats from.

In the Mimulus state, one lives in a constant state of fear. Shyness and nervousness. Mimulus treats
anticipatory fears which may even subside as the dreaded situation is encountered. This would apply to
concrete events, such as exams, surgery, a public appearance.

Phobias of a chronic nature which repeat occasionally. These are fixations or obsessions of the mind from
fearful experiences. Mimulus also treats fear of death, of poverty, of accidents, of loneliness. Fear other
kinds of misfortunes. Hypochondriasis, (Chicory, Heather) and excessive self-observation (Cerato,
Larch).

Mimulus treats chronically shy people. A common emotion accompanying this state is regret or sadness
about such internal hindrances which they often feel powerless to rise above. Shyness may also manifest
physically and lead to easily aroused nervousness.

Usually responded to by the individual with attempts to hide this state from others, Mimulus successfully
treats this state as well.

21. REMEDY NAME:MUSTARD

Mustard treats states of depression and gloom. Depression may lead to lowered vitality, lethargy.

Chronic fatigue and appetite disturbances (Chicory, Crab Apple), resulting in either weight loss or weight
gain, should solace be found in eating and constipation (Chicory, Willow). There may also be sleeping
disturbances (Pine, White Chestnut), disinterest in physical recreation and general decline in healthful
interests and habits (see Wild Oat).
A head injury can be a mechanical reason for the appearance of the Mustard state. Nerve damage or
misalignment of the skull plates along fissures. This may dampen consciousness which may not be able to
receive as much brightness and light since the accident, (Hornbeam, Scleranthus, Wild Oat).

<MIND>

In the Mustard state, the mind is overshadowed by darkness and gloom and there may be the sensation of
a weight or downward pull that depresses the person as whole. Bach describes this state as a sensation of
a dark cloud which descends, sometimes for inexplicable reasons. The mind actually appears gloomy and
the person cheers up in the warm, bright rays of the sun. People who crave light and sunshine are often in
need of this remedy.

The depressive character of this state makes the person turn inward. It takes effort to perk up and lift
oneself out of this state. One may appear as absent-minded, introverted, or disinterested in present
circumstances. Life does not appeal, tasks and interaction with people seem to give no incentive or joy.

In depressive disorders, this remedy helps to bring about cure. In retardation, Mustard can help alleviate
withdrawal and joyless, (Hornbeam, Wild Oat). Depression and gloom may bring the emotions of
sadness, regret, boredom, self-pity, weepy and a sense of meaninglessness. One may be morose and ill-
tempered. In severe cases, there may a sense of desolation, of loneliness.

22. REMEDY NAME:OAK

Oak treats states of stoic perseverance and willpower resolve in the face of hardship. Mental/emotional
and physical weariness are common in the Oak state. Over-work and strength of will may lead to physical
strain and undue stress. Older people may become bent from over-exertion and one-sided activity.

In sickness, the Oak person struggles unceasingly, with great determination to not succumb to invalidity.
There is the urge to avoid necessary rest and restful recreation, even though both may be of vital need.
Over time, psychosomatic diseases may express the continued rule of willpower over the need for
healthful diversion and renewal (see Centaury).

<MIND>

In the Oak state, the mind is bent on perseverance in life's duties, even though strength and vitality may
be failing. There may be unceasing disappointments or lack of rewards despite efforts made and still the
Oak person does not give up, but resolves to struggle on with great strength of will and ever renewed
hope.

Self-discipline, seriousness of intention, a tendency to over-work and loyalty are characteristic of the Oak
mentality.

In the Oak state, one maybe focused on completing tasks and on upholding of life's commitments. Inner
weariness and lack of motivation may surface repeatedly.

23. REMEDY NAME:OLIVE

Olive treats states of exhaustion in mind/emotions, body and spirit. Weariness and exhaustion permeate
all physical structures and call for rest and recuperation. In the Olive state, emotional life is weary as well.
One is unable to care as much about others as one used to. Sadness, depression and discouragement. A
sense of meaninglessness and apathy may accompany the exhaustion.

<MIND>

In the Olive state, the mind is too weary to carry on and one knows that a certain limit has been reached
and reserves are depleting. It is a state of exhaustion reaching deep into the self, undermining the very
spirit or inner core of existence.

One begins a certain task and cannot complete it, the urge to slow down and rest is simply too strong.

Consequently, one may appear absent-minded, disinterested, or lethargic. In the field of social service, or
after prolonged sickness.

24. REMEDY NAME:PINE

Pine treats states of guilt, regret and self-reproach. The body may show signs of becoming burdened,
depressive, or rigid, due to excessive introversion and self-blame. Obsessive-compulsive states and over-
conscientiousness.

Gastric and duodenal ulcers, irritable colon, nervous breathing syndrome and insomnia (Mustard, White
Chestnut). Skin disorder with itching. These illnesses represent examples of expressing deep-seated
conflict through the body and show possible physical side-effects of obsessive guilt.

<MIND>

In the Pine state, one is introverted, subdued by the burdens of guilt and regret. In the Pine state, one may
preoccupy or obsess with guilt and self-reproach, creating a sense of unworthiness from deep within.

In some severe cases, the mind may be drawn to the act of guilt again and again. Internal sense of failure.
In the treatment of mental illness, Pine is indicated in obsessive-compulsive, self-punitive and
perfectionist or ritualistic behavior and thinking, as in obsessive-compulsive personality disorder (Crab
Apple, Rock Water, Vervain).

The remedy is of service in delusions and paranoid personality disorders. Fear of being punished or
persecuted (Aspen). The persons' over-conscientiousness is still haunting them. In the Pine state the
emotions center around shame, regret and self-blame at not having fulfilled one's high ideals. One may
also experience true despondency and despair, as one feels unable to rise above the burdens of guilt and
failure to forgive oneself. Conscientious people may even assume responsibility and blame for failure
when in reality other persons have caused the wrongdoing or neglect. Secondary emotions, such as
frustration, anger, rigidity and alienation from oneself and others, may arise from such fixation.

25. REMEDY NAME:RED CHESTNUT

Red Chestnut treats fear for the welfare of others. Physical nervousness and anxious weakness can be
extreme, with tightening in the stomach and abdominal region from fear. This internal tightening is a
psychosomatic attempt to hold on to the other and give protection from dangers.

<MIND>

In the Red Chestnut state, the mind reaches out to a loved one, who is usually not within one's reach or
within one's power to be helped. One worries fearfully about the other's welfare. The idea that someone
loved and cherished whom one enjoys caring for is out of reach, unassisted and threatened. One wants to
help yet cannot and the nervous energy finds no outlet, simply "eating" away at one's reserves.

Usually, grief and worry surround the Red Chestnut state, the trauma of grief may account for the sense
of danger, the loss of safe vicinity and togetherness may explain the fears for life and limb, any separation
resembling death. Feelings of helplessness and self-blame for inability to assist may further weaken
emotional stability.

26. REMEDY NAME:RESCUE REMEDY

Rescue Remedy can also be used as a daily remedy in chronic situations of intense nervousness and
tension when the vital force needs to recharge and recuperate. After accidents, shocks, traumas, or during
severe illness, mental or physical, the levels within the human being move apart and can be helped to
integrate by the repeated intake of Rescue Remedy.

Rescue Remedy can be given before stressful events to help calm the person of anticipation and fear.
Anxiety when preparing to go to the Dentist, Doctor, or surgery. For panic attacks and sudden fear. Shock
from physical or emotional trauma. Speechless and trembling.

<MIND>

Rescue Remedy helps to bring balance, calm and synchronicity of functioning within the levels of the
human being, these being the mind, emotions and body.

27. REMEDY NAME:ROCK ROSE

Rock Rose treats states of intense fear and panic, plus a chronically weakened nervous system. Acute
anxiety states cause accelerated heart beat and breathing, shortness of breath, choking sensation, dry
mouth, indigestion with possible nausea, vomiting and diarrhea, dizziness and fainting and internal and
external trembling.

Chronic, advanced nervousness is characterized by nervous weakness, insomnia, lack of physical and
mental/emotional endurance, shakiness, digestive problems including lack of appetite, heightened
sensitivity to noise and touch, first signs of a nervous breakdown and other typical symptoms of an
exhausted nervous system. Once a nervous breakdown has occurred, this remedy restores equilibrium
(Cherry Plum, Vervain).

<MIND>
The Rock Rose response is a typical "fight or flight" response. This is the state of fright and heightened
anxiety when threats and dangers propel to run or speed, even though it may just happen in one's internal
self. An inner agitation and nervousness can be extreme and undermine health and inner peace, if
surfacing repeatedly.

Usually, the Rock Rose state originates in frightening circumstances such as the nearness of one's own or
another's death. Frequent nightmares are an indication for this remedy, as well as fixations and obsessions
of a fearful nature, as in phobias or panic disorders. Here, repeated fearful experiences or one-time
traumas of fright have become linked with a certain person, object, or circumstance which will trigger
renewed fear on contact even when the real danger has passed.

In a chronic state of nervousness, especially if there is frequent starting and inner trembling, this remedy
is the predominant healer. Prolonged fearful worry, chronic loss of sleep, a hectic, demanding life can
bring on a chronic Rock Rose state, basically this being an exhaustion of nerve power. Rock Rose is of
service in all anxiety disorders, in post-traumatic stress disorder and in adjustment disorder, which is a
response to milder trauma, when the trauma was related to fear or terror (Star of Bethlehem).

In regard to fighting, the additional emotions of anger, hatred, irrational resentment, impatience appear.
Whereas the flight response triggers feelings of helplessness, despair, or of being caught. In a chronic
case of nervousness, in addition to chronic anxiety, there may be easily aroused weepy, longing for help,
desire for peace and rest. The fight reaction will elicit impatience and aggressiveness toward people.

28. REMEDY NAME:ROCK WATER

Rigidity and hardening of physical structures may occur. Excessive willpower may result in inner tension
and strain.

<MIND>

The imposed Rock Water state, entailing a sacrifice or loss of pleasure, actually grows out of an initial
state of disappointment or despair. Yet, one rises to the occasion, controls oneself and finds incentive in
living without the usual ease or enjoyment. Out of this self-control and mastery of a difficult readjustment
comes personal pride and the desire to inspire others to be equally strong.

The Rock Water mentality tends to adhere to routines and one-sided acceptance of limitations. In the
rehabilitation of addictive drug use or behavioral patterns, a Rock Water state is likely to lead to the path
of self-denial and habitual patterns. Here, physical needs make this a battle of self-control. The mind
focuses on the limitations, battles them repeatedly with willpower until one feels in charge again.

One can also observe some ritualistic, perfectionist, obsessive-compulsive behavior (Cherry Plum, Crab
Apple, Pine, Vervain). These overriding states of willpower, rigidity and self-centered toughness may
create underlying emotions of frustration, sadness, depression, or anger. A hardening of the inner
personality occurs. In the imposed Rock Water state, has sadness, depression and frustration. Inner
conflict. Sense the loss.

29. REMEDY NAME:SCLERANTHUS

Scleranthus treats states of indecisiveness and vacillation between options. The body is marked by a
changeability of symptoms as well. Symptoms may alternate between mental, emotional and physical
states. Conversion disorder, as when the body expresses an emotional need. There may be quick changes
in weight.

Scleranthus can help alleviate travel sickness due to disturbance in equilibrium. After head injuries
(Hornbeam, Mustard, Wild Oat), when the mind is imbalanced or over-stimulated, with a sense of chaos,
Scleranthus can help give mental calm and restore the mind's ability to be in charge, to regain an
overview, (Elm). Susceptibility to lung tuberculosis and a state of prolonged indecisiveness, usually in
regard to a vital decision, has been found to precede the onset of illness.

Here, indecisiveness resembles a dead-lock with possible impairment of breathing which could lay the
ground for a lung infection. The free flow of breath also has been found to be in a person receiving
ambiguous attention.

Vacillating between feeling loved and rejected. Scleranthus is of use also in the treatment of bipolar
disorders, as in manic-depressive states, in dissociative personality disorders, such as multiple personality
disorder and in conversion disorder (Chicory, Heather). Hysterical neurosis when symptoms vacillate
between extremes.

<MIND>

In the Scleranthus state, the mind is swinging back and forth between two or sometimes several options. It
is unable to come to a satisfying decision which deems right. Inner certainty. A decision is then made, one
option dropped and the other embraced shortly. The decision is discarded again and one swings back to
the other side to repeat the whole process.

The mind becomes preoccupied, over stimulated with internal arguments, disoriented and exasperated.
Dread about possibly making the wrong choice paralyzes the mind.

Scleranthus is also the indicated remedy for those over stimulated by details and cares. The remedy also
helps those unable to decide on a certain occupation or form of activity. The remedy is indicated in
mental over stimulation and confusion. Inability to calm the mind in response to impressions.

Emotional instability, Capriciousness and mood swings. One minute, there is crying, the next brings
laughter. There is incentive and enthusiasm in regard to a certain idea, when suddenly disinterest asserts
itself. One becomes too easily impressed and overreacts. The emotional state of those caught in a serious
decision making process. Dread at the thought of making the wrong choice. Feels overwhelmed and
feeling inadequate.

30. REMEDY NAME:STAR OF BETHLEHEM

Star of Bethlehem treats states of grief and shock. Lack of appetite, digestive problems, shock and
collapse and other symptoms of grief and shock may be present. The diaphragm is known to tighten
during grief and impair breathing, leading to frequent sighing.

In post-traumatic stress disorder when psychological disturbances due to the traumatic impact prevail,
Star of Bethlehem brings about healing (Rock Rose).
Ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease have been found to be related to states of grief which have not been
worked through. After accidents, when the body, mind and emotions carry the memory of the trauma.

<MIND>

In the Star of Bethlehem state, the mind is closed down and has retreated into a state of shock and grief.
The bad news received can be a shock. Grief-causing events.

A reaction to grief, may be an internal numbing or taking lightly those things that cannot be changed.
Here, internal agony is present but hidden from others (Agrimony). Anger and prolonged outrage (Holly).
The grieving person may retreat into their introversion and depression and hide inner feelings from
others. (Mustard).

One may also resort to exaggerated thoughts of nihilism and meaninglessness and discount the value of
life and its treasures in general (Sweet Chestnut). If emotions are allowed to be expressed fully, there is
the complete experience of sadness with heart wrenching impact, deepest pain and despair.

Despondency and hopelessness settle over the heart like a heavy blanket. In this stage of intrusiveness,
meaning the full experience of emotions, additional feelings such as fear, shame, frustration and guilt can
surface.

After the initial outcry and possible denial, the stage of intrusiveness prepares the personality to integrate
and work through the shocking experience and move into the stage of acknowledgment of limitations and
possibilities. From here, as healing happens and emotions balance with reason and clarity, moving
forward and proceeding with life is possible again.

31. REMEDY NAME:SWEET CHESTNUT

Sweet Chestnut treats states of apathy and anguish. This remedy can be of service during physical agony
when suffering seems to be unbearable and gnaws at the will to live. Physical side effects of depression.
Morbid preoccupation and depression (Mustard). The inner reserves of strength have been drained.

Severe and prolonged physical suffering can undermine inner fortitude and create a Sweet Chestnut state.
From this agony, as well as from other severe hardships which have created deep, existential doubt and
despair, can arise the suicidal wish, the ultimate wish to escape the unbearable state.

<MIND>

In the Sweet Chestnut state, the mind is stretched to its limits. Anguish. The torture reaches deep into the
self, creating apathy, faithlessness, nihilism and despair. Religious despair with loss of faith. The "dark
night of the soul".

A morbid preoccupation with death. After a loved one has died, some people are in need of this remedy.
They cannot accept nothingness where once was life.

This remedy can also be indicated in a person free of anguish, but nonetheless suffering from lack of
aspirations and meaningful purpose to the point of nihilism and negation of life's value. The perceptive
focus in the Sweet Chestnut state is narrowed and imprisoned in the dark, nihilistic side of life.
This remedy is used for the treatment of depressive disorders (Mustard), especially when suicide is
threatened and there is deep-seated despair. The drained inner self is rather void of emotional life, as in
darkness. Despair and despondency weigh heavily. For this reason, death may seem the only way out of a
hopeless, empty situation. A sense of meaninglessness of life may lead to carelessness of attitude and
despair.

32. REMEDY NAME:VERVAIN

Vervain treats states of over-enthusiasm which lead to exaggerated attempts to convert others to one's
own views. Escalating tension and excessive drive of willpower may take its toll on the nervous system or
even lead to a nervous breakdown.

In the Vervain state, one may overlook the gradual depletion of reserves and disregard the many warning
signals. Hyperthyroidism can be helped by Vervain. In manic and catatonic states, this remedy not only
releases mental and emotional tension, but also helps to relax tightened muscles, (Cherry Plum,
Impatiens).

<MIND>

In the Vervain state, the mind is convinced enthusiastically of certain ideals or ideas. Fervency and
fanaticism, one loses sight of this truth. The person may be blinded to other opinions and choices. This
remedy is indicated in manic states within mental illness. Bipolar disorders and problems with impulse
control (Cherry Plum, Holly, Impatiens).

Obsessive-compulsive disorders.Delusions and psychoses with excessive fervency, ecstasy (Clematis)

and mania. Not only mental concepts and ideas but emotions as well may be carried to great height.
Excitability, impressionability and quickly aroused motivation and fondness for others may stimulate and
enrich. Excessive joy, exaggerated, unbalanced emotions of love and friendship. The negative emotions
of disgust and rejection may assume fanatical character.

Hysterical mood swings can be carried to extremes by an underlying Vervain state. Political fanaticism
and outbursts of violence. Self-righteousness is usually high.

33. REMEDY NAME:VINE

Vine treats the tendency to engage in dominant behavior. Over-ambitiousness accompanied by envy,
frustration and worry can lead to the formation of gastric and duodenal ulcers. Ambitiousness with
pushing oneself and others may give rise to coronary heart disease.

<MIND>

In the Vine state, one is convinced of one's leadership qualities and assumes control over others. Peoples'
opinions and wishes are disregarded. Dominance may lead to ruthlessness and violent abuse.
Manipulations, schemes and tricks or flattery.

This remedy is of use in mental disorders when strong resistance to work for change. Vine can treat the
tendency to abusive behavior and stubbornness. Passive aggressive personalities. The emotional life may
be subjected to the goal-oriented attitude. One may also forget to tend to one's own needs.
In Vine cases,one may find states of haughtiness, ego-centeredness and self-aggrandizement. Tyrannism
and exploit may grow out of this state. There may be condescension against others. The emotions of
anger, impatience and exasperation may surface. The leader is cool and calculating. Reserved. There is a
frustration, a sense of injustice, self-pity, rebelliousness and stubbornness. Dominance may be preceded
by overt attempts to fight back.

34. REMEDY NAME:WALNUT

Walnut gives protection from heightened impressionability. People in need of Walnut may show
heightened sensitivity to radiation, such as coming from neon lights or computers. They may also
overreact to smells and become nauseated easily, even seemingly harmless substances such as perfumes
may give a headache or nausea. In the treatment of allergies, this remedy gives the organism additional
protection from being invaded and is recommended as a side-treatment.

Walnut may add increased physical stability during spinal manipulations, should the correction not hold,
Heightened impressionability in face of the success and prestige of others may create over-ambitiousness,
envy and frustration. This can lead to gastric and duodenal ulcers, (Vine).

<MIND>

In the Walnut state, the mind is overly influenced by impressions from the outside world. These may be
in the form of trends or fads. The mind in need of Walnut is too easily impressed and swayed.

The Walnut state is present as a heightened sensitivity. Exaggerated attraction to sexual matters, even
though it may just be mental preoccupation.

In delusions disorders when one feels obsessed or influenced by forces beyond one's control, (Aspen).

Emotions may get swayed by heightened impressionability. Impressions sink in and may create emotional
disturbance from deep within.

35. REMEDY NAME:WATER VIOLET

Water Violet treats states of aloofness and haughtiness. Lack of spontaneity and lively involvement may
lead to physical stiffness and rigidity. Internal retreating or raising above others may be reflected in a
posture of haughtiness and aloofness.

<MIND>

In the Water Violet state, one raises the self above others. Reserved dignity. One perceives oneself as
special, advanced, refined and perceptive. When involved in grief or being hurt by others, one finds
reason to retreat and isolate oneself in self-protection and feelings of superiority.

This is the two-fold character of the Water Violet state, one feels superior and special, yet deep down is
vulnerable and lonely.

In treatment of delusions disorder, grandiose type and narcissistic personality disorder when there is the
tendency to feel haughty and eccentric, this remedy can be of service. In these disorders, usually an
underlying insecurity, desire for attention and admiration and envy fuel the grandiose perceptions and
aspirations.

In the quiet type, the emotional life may be subdued and stagnating, since active engagement with others
is avoided or even considered as disturbing to the inner peace. This lack of involvement may be
interpreted as disinterest, lack of spontaneity, or even apathy in face of social stimulation and amusement.

Isolation and removal stifle from deep within and leave the inner self empty and sad. Pride and ccentricity
may alienate others. A Water Violet state emerges in those who have been severly offended or
humiliated. One may choose to raise oneself above the offender, instead of accepting the negative
appraisal.

36. REMEDY NAME:WHITE CHESTNUT

White Chestnut treats states of preoccupation and intense worry. Mental preoccupation's and worries
often lodge in the forehead, where muscles tighten and worrisome lines begin to show. Eyes may have a
lack of clarity and serenity and some age-related failures in eyesight may be compounded by a chronic
White Chestnut state.

Continued thinking and worrying can last into the night and create insomnia. Mental preoccupation which
prevents falling asleep. Insomnia, as well as restlessness and not being able to go to sleep due to worry.

Irritable colon has been related to patients with a tendency to obsessive-compulsive dwelling on an
emotional experience. Gastrointestinal symptoms, such as gastralgia, hyper motility, pylorospasm and
ulcers, have been related to chronic "indigestion" in the mind.

<MIND>

In the White Chestnut state, the mind is preoccupied with worrisome, returning thoughts which cannot be
ruled out and disturb mental peace and clarity. These thoughts circle around unresolved. Mental torture
continues, fueled by anxiety, helplessness and even despair.

Obsessions, fixations and persistent thought patterns. Delusions and chronic introspection. Automatic
responses and compulsive thinking (Cherry Plum, Crab Apple, Pine).

Inability to shake off disturbing worries and anxiety. Frustration and exhaustion. Chestnut state, one may
find oneself preoccupied and introverted as others are trying to communicate. The attention is diverted,
the majority of the focus being turned inward. Disappointment and annoyance. Worried in a state of
regret or self-reproach.

37. REMEDY NAME:WILD OAT

Wild Oat deals with lack of motivation and incentive. A depressive mood may permeate mind and body.
Lethargy, a lack of appetite and mental dullness may accompany the Wild Oat state.

In the treatment of organic mental disorders and mental retardation, after head injuries (Hornbeam,
Mustard, Scleranthus).
Wild Oat stimulates the intellectual understanding, lifts the desire to treat the body well. Obesity, peptic
ulcer, non-insulin dependent diabetes and drug abuse are some physical imbalances deriving largely from
lack of knowledge and disinterest in taking care of the body.

<MIND>

In the Wild Oat state, the person is not sure as to his purpose in life and feels rather aimless. One may try
different paths or occupations, but stays dissatisfied. Not fully motivated, nothing really seems to be quite
right.

The mind may be unsettled and absent-minded. Lack of motivation and incentive. Lack of concentration.
Boredom, lethargy and dissatisfaction. In children, when disinterested in play or school, Wild Oat will
stimulate the mind toward joyful interaction and receptivity.

In some forms of mental illness with organic dysfunction and retardation, this remedy will give incentive
within the physical limitations (Hornbeam, Mustard).

Emotions of frustration, joyless, aversion, dissatisfaction, meaninglessness, boredom and futility. Feelings
of being not fully awakened or activated in one's potential.

38. REMEDY NAME:WILD ROSE

Wild Rose treats states of apathy and resignation. Mental/emotional apathy permeates the physical realm
as well, leading to lethargy, listlessness, lack of energy and flat affect. In sickness, when the fighting
spirit is gone and recuperation is not proceeding, or even when death is threatened due to resignation, this
remedy may assist greatly. In mental illness, flat affect is a common occurrence and can be helped by this
remedy, as in schizophrenic states, developmental disorders, psychosis, schizoid personality disorders.

The personality disorders are less severe states than schizophrenia. The schizoid personality showing
more pronounced flat affect. Usually, social contact is reduced in these illnesses, emotional involvement
low and assertiveness yielded to passiveness.

<MIND>

In the Wild Rose state, the mind has resigned to unfavorable conditions. The mind resorts to apathy and
resignation. Helplessness and powerlessness are present. Resignation. Anger or frustration. During a
sickness, the Wild Rose state is a state of disinterest in fighting for health. One gives up and may lose all
incentive for life.

The typical Wild Rose state shows a retreat from involvement in unfavorable circumstances. This
withdrawal from reality helps to safeguard emotions. The emotional capacity for joy and liveliness suffers
as well. Outwardly, this stifled capacity for joy is visible in a disinterest in amusement and play, in a lack
of hopes, wishes and dreams.

In the less complete Wild Rose state, powerlessness is experienced with anger and frustration. The
emotions may vacillate between these two extremes. If conditions are insurmountable, however, a Wild
Rose has a tendency to become chronically entrenched, such as in terminal illness and disability. The
remedy still helps to uplift the mind and emotions.
 39. REMEDY NAME:WILLOW

Willow deals with states of resentment and bitterness with one's fate. Physical rigidity and worn features
may speak of internal bitterness and resentment. Anger, if not released constructively and pushed within,
can cause physical side-effects, such as colicky pains, tension headaches, or depression on all levels of the
human being.

Chronically engaged in repression of aggressive impulses, especially in the founded Willow state which is
held within, can result in a variety of psychosomatic illnesses, with the heart and intestinal region being
affected the most.

Psychosomatic diseases caused by over-compliance and suppression of emotions. Bitterness,

disillusionment and depression into the heart. Heart problems, tachycardia, irregularities in heart activity,
hypertension. Hyperventilation. Chronic coughs and constipation (Chicory, Mustard) Skin lesions and
intermittent insomnia.

<MIND>

In the Willow state, one feels burdened by an unfavorable and undeserved fate. One seeks to blame others
or even fate itself for such misfortunes. Unfounded resentment is based on irrational perception and on
emotionally swayed interpretation of events.

This remedy is of use in all mental disorders involving resentment and blame. Malingering (Chicory),
passive aggressive personality, antisocial and in disruptive behaviors (Holly). In cases of fixed ideas,
delusions and even paranoia may express the Willow state. Paranoia, as one feels persecuted and thwarted
in one's destiny due to the fault of others (Beech).

Emotions range from dissatisfaction and self-pity to self-righteousness, denial of reality, envy and lack of
sympathy and compassion. Bitterness and dormant despair are felt. Having missed true happiness, they
also do not want others to experience such joy. Sadness and disappointment. Despondency and despair
may weigh heavily. Anger at being mistreated. Outrage and sense of injustice then turns into resentment.

1. REMEDY NAME:CICHORIUM INTYBUS (Chicory)

Chicory has been proved and the following symptoms have been observed: General heaviness. Headache.
Weight at stomach and great indisposition to bodily and mental exertion. Want of energy. Bowels
relaxed.

<CLINICAL>

Amblyopia. Constipation. Headache.

2. REMEDY NAME:DYSENTERY BACILLUS

This is the nosode prepared from B. Dysenteriae and the keynote for its use in nervous tension of a
peculiar type and best described as "anticipatory" since it is that sense of nervous which a student might
feel immediately before facing his examiner or a business man before attending an important engagement.
They do not explode as the Proteus are wont to do. They have too much inhibition and insecurity to
explode.

The keynote of Dysentery Co. is nervous tension, particularly anticipatory in character. Dysentery Co. has
been shown to have selective action on the pylorus causing spasm and retention of digested contents.
Dilation of stomach. Indigestion pain for years with distention and discomfort. Heart-burn. Cyclical
vomiting in children.

Involuntary movements, tics or twitching (like chorea) occur. There is instability of the capillary
circulation, causing blushing, frontal headaches from excitement and claustrophobia. The skin may be
dry, scaly and with circinate lesions.

<MODALITIES>

Dysentery Co., patients feel the cold, chilly and want warmth, yet are easily heated up by the exertion and
warm room. They want air and space. They feel the cold, are chilly and rapidly perspire from excitement
and mental exertion. Nausea and faintness in warm room, relieved by open air. The general aggravation
period is from 3 a.m. to 6 a.m.

<MIND>

The Dysentery patients are in a highly strung state of mind and body and very sensitive to all impressions.
They are easily excited and flustered, lack self confidence and are full of worries about little things and
the anticipating fear of difficulties that might arise. Tense and nervous. Full of fears. Shy, lacks
confidence. Apprehensive and worried over trifles. Loses the train of ideas from interruption. Forgets
what he was going to say. Forgets what she went for.

3. REMEDY NAME: GAERTNER BACILLUS

(Bowel Nosode)

Gaertner has its greatest action on digestive tract. Children fed on artificial food have poor digestion. The
inability to digest fat, celiac disease, ketosis intestinal infantilism are disease complex found under the
"provings" of this nosode.

This remedy is valuable in malnutrition, either from lack of adequate diet or failure to metabolize, e.g. in
steatorrhea, celiac disease or following gastric operations and in some cases of colitis. It used to be of
value in marasmic children and may well have a place in underdeveloped countries and among refugees
with in adequate diets. Emaciation in malignant disease and in the elderly is a further indication.

The children are hypersensitive to all impressions, physical and psychical with fear of the dark and being
alone. They have active brains, although poorly nourished bodies and poor muscular development.
Children are restless wandering about looking at things, but their attention is not held. Gaertner is
pessimistic, lack of confidence. Eye symptoms, Urticaria.

<MIND>
Pessimistic. Lack of confidence. Fear of heights. Fear of the dark and being alone. Restless.
Hypersensitive to all impressions. Mental uneasiness.

4. REMEDY NAME:MORGAN BACILLUS

The keynote of Morg. is congestion. It is selective on skin and liver in headaches with flushed face,
aggravation from heat and raised blood pressure. The congestive features are seen in broncho-pneumonia,
where the indicated remedy fails to act even in the acute state or to clear up a residual infection.

In pelvic congestion and dysmenorrhea, hot flashes of menopause. Circulatory disturbances of the limbs,
blueness, chilblains, varicose veins, edema and hot feet, etc.

Morg. has skin ailments with heat and itching. Eczema, red raw with exudate, itching and bleeding.
Hence the relationship to Sulphur with its hyperemia of the surface circulation, Carbon with its deep
internal venous stasis, Graph., Petr. and Psor.

In the digestive sphere Morg. has congestion of the stomach lining and the liver with dirty mouth
indigestion and bilious vomiting. A great remedy in gallbladder conditions, constipation and hemorrhoids.
It can be helpful in the congestion around the joints in arthritis. History of rheumatic fever.

<MIND>

Apprehensive about state of health. Introspective and anxious. Tense, active, weepy, depressed, irritable.
Avoids, company, fears crowds but often shows mental anxiety if left alone. Mental depression often with
suicidal tendency by jumping.

5. REMEDY NAME:MUTABILE BACILLUS

This nosode is likely to be of value in treatment where there is alternation of symptoms, e.g., where skin
eruption alternates with asthmatic symptoms. It has also been found very useful in treatment of cases of
cystitis and malnutrition. Skin has a sallow color.

Its associated remedy is Pulsatilla and this nosode Mutabile (Bach) is likely to be of value in treatment
where skin eruption alternates with asthmatic symptoms. (Calad.)

6. REMEDY NAME:PROTEUS BACILLUS

The Prot. complaints coinciding with the ingestion of foods capable of causing digestive allergies. The
suddenness of the nervous symptoms and the extreme feeling of intra-cranial tension. It is important to
note that the medicine is rarely indicated in the absence of all nervous symptoms. Convulsion,
epileptiform fits. Meningitis with attacks of fever. Morbid alternations, (Psor., Sulph.). Long, drawn-out
convalescence. Premature senility. Neuro-arthritic diathesis. Pain aggravated by effort. After-attack of
phlebitis. Better one hour after rising. Better from stretching, eating. Amelioration from mild temperature,
resting and lying down in the mountains. Better from drinking whisky. Aggravation in the morning on
waking from exertion from climbing stairs. Worse from drinking wine. Worse in stormy weather, heat,
exposure to the sun. Worse in the winter, cold. Worse from lying down, at night.

<MIND>
Feeling of extreme nervous tension and over-exertion. Brainstorm, outbursts of anger, aggravated by
contradiction. Hurls objects held in the hand, kicks out. Children tool about on the ground. Slight anguish
during discomfort. Thinks about suicide without really wanting to die. Tense irritable, depressed and
capable of murder when in a temper. Aversion to company.

<CLINICAL>

Allergies. Angina pectoris. Coronary disease. Intermittent claudication. Melancholic conditions.

Migraines. Neuralgia. Neurasthenia. Otitis. Raynaud's syndrome. Spinal neurasthenia. Worms.

<COMMENTS>

The keynote of Prot. is suddenness and violence with nervous symptoms and spasm. Violent temper in a
child with kicking. Emotional hysteria such as one connects with Ignatia and Nat-m. and petit mal attacks
of epilepsy. The element of spasm in peripheral vessels makes it valuable in Raynaud's Syndrome, along
with Secale and in some cases of cramp. Migraines headaches with blurred vision and Meniere's
syndrome may be helped. In the skin we find herpetic eruptions with pain out of proportion to the lesion
and angioneurotic edema.

In the digestive sphere the sudden onset is important, either hemorrhage or perforation without any
previous stomach symptoms but with a history of nervous strain building up. This slow build up of stress
in business and society with a sudden catastrophe is typical of Western countries today. Needless to say
the patient with severe hemorrhage or perforation may require transfusion or surgical intervention.

7. REMEDY NAME:SYCOTIC BACILLUS

The Syc. keynote here is irritation, particularly in relation to mucous membranes. Its value in all catarrhal
states of the respiratory tract, the bladder and the vagina, asthma, sinusitis. Bedwetting, cystitis, vulvo-
vaginitis, leucorrhea, albuminuria, gastroenteritis.

Stools are excoriating, loose and offensive with urgent call to stool on rising. Cough occurs about 2 a.m.
and is worse from change of atmosphere and symptoms generally are worse from damp. Of value in
warty growths, enlarged lymphoid tissue of tonsils and adenoids, gland and the irritation of synovial
linings in rheumatism, meningeal irritation, convulsions.

This nosode is very rich in mental symptoms, which are very similar to Gaertner Co. The element of fear
is outstanding, but there is additional factor of irritation. This may be manifested by outbursts of temper,
suggestive of remedy Lycopodium, is often complementary to this nosode. Mostly cold sensitive.

<MIND>

Nervous, tense. Cross, restless, weepy, depressed, shy, sensitive, fussy. Exhausted. Bites nails. Nervous
irritability, quick tempered, outbursts of temper from resentment. Fears of dark and of being left alone,
fear of animals and dogs.

<CLINICAL>
Allergies, food. Alopecia. Amenorrhea. Anemia. Arthritis. Asthma. Backaches. Bedwetting.
Conjunctivitis. Dysmenorrhea. Enteroptosis. Fibrositis. Headaches. Indigestion. Leucorrhea. Neuritis.
Otorrhea. Sebaceous cysts. Warts.

<COMMENTS>

This organism of the intestinal tract is related morphologically and clinically to the gonococcus bacteria.
Hahnemann related what he called "the Sycotic Miasm" to the disease, gonorrhea, but this disease is only
one form of catarrhal infection of the mucous membrane of the urinary tract. The typical skin eruption of
Syc. is warty growth. There are many non gonorrheal organisms associated with the symptom picture of
"Catarrh" and according to Dr. John Paterson the miasm "Sycosis" may be considered synonymous with
"Catarrh". Gonorrhea is an infection of mucous membrane, but catarrhal manifestations (sycotic) are not
at all due to gonorrheal infection. Syc. 200c in nosebleeds of long standing in a girl without any apparent
reasons, cured completely with a few doses at long interValer. The exanthema of chicken pox has an
effective remedy in Syc. Chronic and recurring cystitis. These patients have often had repeated courses of
antibiotics which clear up the infection for a short time, only to relapse in a month or two. Usually they
require other remedies in addition, particularly a constitutional prescription, but intercurrent doses of Syc.
can be of great help.

Human "flu", cat "flu", foul pest, foot and mouth disease and canine distemper are all the signs of Syc.
Convulsions, meningitis or epileptic forms of seizures are to be found in the clinical picture and also
chorea, though less frequently than in Dysentery Co. (Griggs)