AGRIMONY

(Bach Flower Essence)

PHARMACY - agr-b. Agrimony. Agrimonia eupatoria. The flowering stalks are floated in a bowl of water and left in the sun for several hours. The water imbued with healing power is used as medicine.

Historical dose: Take two drops from the stock bottle into a one-ounce dropper bottle (add brandy. or some other alcohol, if this bottle will be used for days or weeks). This is the dosage bottle, take a few drops straight into the mouth or as needed in a little water.

HOMEOPATHIC - Agrimony. Along with Centaury, Walnut and Holly, belongs to the group of "Oversensitivity tolerances and Ideas," as classified by Bach. These four remedies help those who are distressed or overly influenced by disturbing factors, powerful impressions in their environment.

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 - Desire to not let others down and burden them with their personal problems. Intend to spread cheer and uplift others. Tendency 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.

Unsettled and restless mind, 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.

REFERENCES - Bach.