Flower essences are highly dilute floral infusions that work on an energetic level. This means that there are no chemical constituents in a flower essence, like root, stem or leaf. Flower essences are just that: essences of the flowering tops of plants. The philosophy of flower essences states that the energy of the flowers have been captured and preserved in a bottle. This energy - of any given flower - works upon a person's energetic body, mostly affecting mental, emotional and spiritual components of being, affecting the physical in turn. Flower essences stimulate awareness' around any one issue being addressed - awareness being the key to change, movement and personal growth. My focus on the topic of mother and father issues is not to place blame on any one mother or father, but rather to draw awareness into wounds we may perceive or have experienced with relation to our parents. Children are sensitive beings and can easily perceive pain from any given event, comment or something they may have observed their parents doing or saying. I'll give you an example: I'm a bit impatient, especially if I'm pressed for time. With a 2-year-old in tow who always wants to do everything for himself without the awareness that his doing things like fastening his own seat belt takes 2-3 times longer than if I were to do it, I frequently struggle to stay calm and patient. If I loose my cool with him on a particular day under a particular set of circumstances, it may stick with him and he may formulate belief systems as a result, such as "there's no time for me" or "there's not enough time" or "I can't do anything right", etc. This is not because I'm a bad person, but because I'm a human being who makes mistakes. Another example is the myriad of people out there who struggle with an ongoing sense of abandonment due to the end of their parents' relationship by separation and/or divorce. There's a really good chance that separation or divorce may have been in the best interests of all involved, including the children, but the fact remains that most children of divorce are left with a feeling of abandonment and/or self-blame.
Everyone has varying degrees of mother and/or father issues, some being more intense than others, as in the case of abuse. Unfortunately, individuals who had great struggles in their relationships with their mothers may end up feeling quite empty inside. Meanwhile, individuals who were challenged in their relationships with their fathers may have difficulty with trust in adult life.
Other flower essences that address mother and father issues include Evening Primrose and Sunflower.
If you're interested in exploring any issues you have in your current life as they may relate to your relationships with your parents, I'd LOVE to facilitate a flower essences experience for you. As we heal our core wounds, we become truly healed and more effective in all aspects of our lives overall. Meanwhile, let's not forget to celebrate the parts our mothers and fathers have played in making us who we are today and all the enriching experiences they've played part in.
