A not uncommon response to loss is fear, in both dogs and people. Supportive flower essences for dogs and people facing grief: Indicated when this loss has added yet another strain, and the dog or person appears hard pressed to handle one more thing. Star comforts and soothes after traumatic events, and is a good alternative to Rescue Remedy when there is pain and emotional suffering without panic.Įlm – for overwhelm. Star of Bethlehem – the remedy specifically for shock, pain, and numbness brought on by trauma. Hornbeam is called for to counteract the “Monday morning feeling” of simply not having the energy, interest, or enthusiasm to start the day. Hornbeam – an excellent choice when grief drains one’s enthusiasm about life. Olive restores emotional energy, and in doing so, improves the ability to regain physical energy and stamina. Consider Olive when death has been followed by long illness and/or emotional struggle within the household. It is often combined with Gorse to good effect.
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Even strong, resilient individuals can suffer doubt and disheartening after a series of challenging events. Some individuals (dogs and people) are prone to taking difficult life events to heart, and losing faith that life is overall good. Gentian – the flower essence for setbacks. Gorse is often called for after a long ordeal, or repeated setbacks (see also Gentian). In dogs and people, this can be indicated by downcast eyes, sagging body language, and general lack of vitality. Gorse – the remedy of choice when the dog or person seems to have lost hope. Honeysuckle helps regain normal, healthy remembrance while allowing one to move on and face the present hopefully. Honeysuckle – the flower remedy for those who pine away for lost loved ones, living overmuch in the memory of what was. In people, Water Violet typically will bring on a short-term release of tears as grief is released and processed. In dogs and people, Water Violet helps restore the individual’s normal level of desire to interact with others. Water Violet helps bring feelings to the forefront so that the individual can process his emotions. While it is natural for many to seek solitude, and even avoid dealing with feelings, for a period of time when ill or traumatized, if this continues overlong it can result in unhealthy emotional “blockages”. Water Violet is called for when the dog or person withdraws from company, seeking solace in isolation. Water Violet – the Bach flower essence specifically indicated for the processing of grief. Rescue is a good choice for survivors whenever death has occurred suddenly and unexpectedly, as well as when the individual has passed after a long, physically and/or emotionally arduous period. Rescue Remedy is a combination of 6 essences that restore clarity and calm, and reduce panic and shock. Rescue Remedy – Dr Bach’s original formula for severe trauma and stress. Primary Bach flower essences for dogs and people during times of grief and loss: A good rule of thumb is to limit the number of essences in one formula to no more than six at a time.Īvoid the temptation to pick every essence that seems remotely applicable a more narrowly focused formula is more likely to be helpful, and you will have a better idea which essences are actually helping. When selecting Bach flower essences, only choose as many essences as seem pertinent at the time. While nothing can eliminate the natural and ultimately healthy grieving process, Bach flower remedies can ease the severity of pain and shock involved, and lessen the sadness, grief, and mood fluctuations that can accompany loss and trauma. I address essences for both people and dogs here, since the passing of a beloved dog can be deeply affecting to both the people and pets left behind. This article is a guide to choosing flower essences to help deal with grief over the loss of a family member. Whether the dog was a child’s pet, a working dog, a training partner, or simply (and wonderfully) your best friend, the loss is often felt keenly by not only the human members of the family, but by any other animals at home, as well.
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