…drifting, resignation, apathy

Wild Rose

…is one of the remedies that Dr Bach grouped together under the category of not sufficient interest in current circumstances.

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Wild Rose is indicated for those who are resigned to an unpleasant situation, whether illness, a monotonous life or uncongenial work. They do not complain and are too apathetic to get well, change their occupation or enjoy simple pleasures. Although their situations are unsatisfactory, they are not actually unhappy and make no effort to change their circumstances. This makes them rather dull as companions, and unable to fulfil their potential.

When ill, they are over-accepting of medical prognoses such as ‘you must learn to live with it’. They are resigned, rather than depressed, at the prospect and accept life the way it is. They lack energy and ambition.

The positive potential of Wild Rose is a lively interest in life, work and the world in general. Resignation gives way to ambition and a sense of purpose, good health and enjoyable friendships. Positive Wild Rose people accept responsibility for their own lives and circumstances and use their initiative to make changes.

Dr Bach’s description

Those who without apparently sufficient reason become resigned to all that happens, and just glide through life, take it as it is, without any effort to improve things and find some joy. They have surrendered to the struggle of life without complaint.

– The Twelve Healers and Other Remedies

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… Uncertainty over one’s direction in life.

Wild Oat

…is one of the remedies that Dr Bach grouped together under the category uncertainty.

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Wild Oat is for people who have reached a cross-roads in life and are completely undecided as to what to do. They may have ambition and a variety of talents but waste their gifts through lack of a clear direction. They may try several different careers but easily become bored and unsettled, tending to be drifters. At the same time they are aware that life is passing them by and feel frustrated and dissatisfied (see also Cerato and Scleranthus).

Wild Oat is helpful in making important decisions such as choosing a career.

The positive potential of Wild Oat is a clear picture of what to do in life, with positive ideas and ambitions, and the ability to decide upon one’s true path. Talents are used constructively. These multi-talented people may find ways of pursuing more than one career at once. They no longer give up when bored.

Dr Bach’s description

Those who have ambitions to do something of prominence in life, who wish to have much experience, and to enjoy all that which is possible for them, to take life to the full. Their difficulty is to determine what occupation to follow; as although their ambitions are strong, they have no calling which appeals to them above all others. This may cause delay and dissatisfaction.

– The Twelve Healers and Other Remedies

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– unwanted thoughts and mental arguments

White Chestnut

White Chestnut – Bach Flower Remedy for Peace of Mind

White Chestnut is one of the remedies that Dr. Bach grouped under the category of loneliness.

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White Chestnut is for obsessive, unwanted thoughts that are hard to control.
People who need White Chestnut often find themselves stuck in a loop of mental chatter—reliving unhappy events, replaying arguments, or worrying about things they cannot change.

Their mind feels like a record that keeps skipping back to the same place, making it hard to concentrate during the day or find restful sleep at night.
They may seem distracted, inattentive, or distant when spoken to (similar to the state addressed by Clematis).

The positive potential of White Chestnut is a peaceful, calm mind.
Thoughts are clear and focused, allowing energy to be directed toward positive problem-solving.
Worry is replaced by trust, and the mind feels free again.

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Dr. Bach’s description

For those who cannot prevent thoughts, ideas, and arguments which they do not desire from entering their minds.
Usually at such times when the interest of the moment is not strong enough to keep the mind full.
Thoughts that worry and will remain, or if for a time thrown out, will return.
They seem to circle round and round and cause mental torture.
The presence of such unpleasant thoughts drives out peace and interferes with being able to think only of the work or pleasure of the day.

– The Twelve Healers and Other Remedies

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– self-reliance and solitude becoming loneliness.

Water Violet

…is one of the remedies that Dr Bach grouped under the category of loneliness.

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The Water Violet type is knowledgeable, calm, and capable. They are private, sedate people, who are often asked for advice but will not impose their opinions or wishes on others. Gentle and self-reliant, they have a sense of superiority. Carried to extremes, they can be aloof, appearing proud, disdainful and condescending. When they are tired, or there are too many external distractions, they have a tendency to withdraw, appearing anti-social and cold.

When suffering they keep their troubles to themselves. They do not lean on others for support and may be considered emotionally cold. They find it hard to open up to others, finding it easier to retreat behind their calm façade.

The positive potential of Water Violet is a warmer relationship with others, while maintaining one’s wisdom and dignity. Water Violet people are happy to help others with the benefit of their own knowledge and wisdom. Calm, serene, dignified, they are able to understand and empathise with others. They often put their talents to the service of others, as counsellors or teachers for example.

Dr Bach’s description

For those who in health or illness like to be alone. Very quiet people, who move about without noise, speak little, and then gently. Very independent, capable and self-reliant. Almost free of the opinions of others. They are aloof, leave people alone and go their own way. Often clever and talented. Their peace and calmness is a blessing to those around them.

– The Twelve Healers and Other Remedies

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– protection from change and unwanted influences.

Walnut

…is one of the remedies that Dr. Bach grouped under the category of over-sensitivity to influences and ideas.

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Walnut is the remedy for change and transition. It’s helpful for people who are sensitive to outside influences and find it hard to adapt when life shifts. Whether it’s teething, puberty, pregnancy, menopause, moving, divorce, or even retirement—Walnut helps bring steadiness during these times of inner and outer adjustment.

This remedy supports those who have clear goals and values but feel held back by the opinions of others, family expectations, or emotional ties to the past. They may be easily swayed or thrown off course by strong personalities or changing environments.

Walnut also benefits therapists, healers, or anyone who works closely with others and tends to absorb their emotional energy. It acts like a buffer, helping you stay centered in yourself.

The positive potential of Walnut is a strong sense of inner direction and the ability to move forward with confidence, no matter what others say or do. It helps you hold steady through transitions, follow your own path, and let go of old patterns or attachments that no longer serve you.

It’s the remedy for constancy and protection—especially when life is calling you to grow.

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Dr. Bach’s description
“For those who have definite ideals and ambitions in life and are fulfilling them, but on rare occasions are tempted to be led away from their own ideas, aims and work by the enthusiasm, convictions or strong opinions of others. The remedy gives constancy and protection from outside influences.”

– The Twelve Healers and Other Remedies

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– dominance

Vine

…is one of the remedies that Dr. Bach grouped under the category of Over-care for the Welfare of Others.

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Vine is for those whose natural leadership abilities tip into control and dominance. These individuals are often highly capable, ambitious, and confident—but they can misuse these strengths to overpower others, insisting on their way and expecting complete obedience.

Vine personalities may not seek to convince others—they simply override opinions, dismiss alternative views, and exert their will. In more extreme cases, this can show up as ruthlessness, authoritarian behavior, or emotional coldness—think of the domineering parent, the micromanaging boss, or even the schoolyard bully.

But this flower remedy holds powerful healing potential.

The positive potential of Vine is wise, compassionate leadership. Rather than seeking control, positive Vine types inspire and empower. They recognize the talents in others and gently guide them to discover their own strength. Their confidence becomes uplifting—not intimidating.

These are the kinds of people who make exceptional mentors, parents, teachers, and leaders—grounded, firm, and compassionate.

Dr. Bach’s description of Vine:

“Very capable people, certain of their own ability, confident of success. Being so assured, they think that it would be for the benefit of others if they could be persuaded to do things as they themselves do, or as they are certain is right. Even in illness they will direct their attendants. They may be of great value in emergency.”

— The Twelve Healers and Other Remedies

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– over-enthusiasm

Vervain

…is one of the remedies that Dr Bach grouped under the category of over-care for welfare of others.

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Vervain is for those with fixed principles and ideas, which they are confident are right and which they rarely change; those needing Vervain are determined but highly strung, over-achieving and keyed-up. They put unnecessary effort into everything they undertake, pushing themselves beyond their physical limits. Their minds race ahead of events; they take on too much work and try to tackle too many jobs at once.

Those people are strong-willed and hold strong views. Sensitive to injustice and dedicated to causes, often self-sacrificially, their over-enthusiasm can be fanatical, so that they alienate potential allies and converts.

They may suffer from lack of sleep due to their active minds and inability or un- willingness to relax. Demonstrative in speech and movement, they can be irritable, frustrated and annoyed over matters of principle.

The positive potential of Vervain is the person who is calm, wise, tolerant and able to relax. Although they hold strong views, they can change them when appropriate and do not need to impose them on others. They take a broad view of life and events.

Positive Vervain people understand as Dr Bach wrote: ‘It is by being rather than doing that great things are accomplished.’

Dr. Bach’s description

Those with fixed principles and ideas, which they are confident are right, and which they very rarely change. They have a great wish to convert all around them to their own views of life. They are strong of will and have much courage when they are convinced of those things that they wish to teach. In illness, they struggle on long after many would have given up their duties.

– The Twelve Healers and Other Remedies

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– extreme mental anguish, when everything has been tried and there is no light left.

Sweet Chestnut

…is one of the remedies that Dr Bach grouped under the category of despondency or despair.

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Sweet Chestnut is for agonising mental anguish, described by Dr Bach as ‘the hope- less despair of those who feel they have reached the limit of their endurance.’ It may take the form of intense sorrow; sufferers can feel almost destroyed by it. Dejection is accompanied by a sense of loneliness and the feeling that the future is bleak and utterly hopeless.

People in need of Sweet Chestnut may feel on the point of nervous breakdown, though not suicidal. There may be the feeling that God has forsaken them.

This state may follow a bereavement, or years of difficulty, suffered bravely and uncomplainingly.

The positive potential of Sweet Chestnut is liberation from despair and despondency. Though external circumstances may not have changed, they can now be faced with optimism and peace of mind. This may be aided by the discovery or recovery of faith in a higher power and a sense of inner support.

Dr Bach’s description

For those moments which happen to some people when the anguish is so great as to seem to be unbearable. When the mind or body feels as if it had borne to the uttermost limit of its endurance, and that now it must give way. When it seems there is nothing but destruction and annihilation left to face.

– The Twelve Healers and Other Remedies

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– after hearing bad or unexpected news.

Star of Bethlehem

…is one of the remedies that Dr Bach grouped under the category of Dr. Bach’s description of despondency or despair.

For those in great distress under conditions which for a time produce great unhappiness. The shock of serious news, the loss of some one dear, the fright following an accident, and such like. For those who for a time refuse to be consoled this remedy brings comfort..

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Star of Bethlehem is for the after-effects of shock, mental or physical as a result of accidents, bad news, bereavement, sudden disappointments, frights etc.

Although ideally taken immediately after the event, it is also excellent for delayed effects which may manifest years after the event in the form of physical symptoms. People may be numbed and withdrawn with a sense of loss or grief.

Star of Bethlehem is an important ingredient of the Rescue Remedy. It is useful for both mother and child immediately after a birth.

The positive potential of Star of Bethlehem is to neutralise the effects of the shock, whether immediate or delayed, thus helping the sufferer to recuperate.

Dr. Bach’s description

For those in great distress under conditions which for a time produce great unhappiness. The shock of serious news, the loss of some one dear, the fright following an accident, and such like. For those who for a time refuse to be consoled this remedy brings comfort.

– The Twelve Healers and Other Remedies

Dr Bach described this remedy as ‘the comforter and soother of pains and sorrows’.

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– inability to choose between alternatives.

Scleranthus

…is one of the remedies that Dr. Bach grouped under the category of Uncertainty.

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Scleranthus is for those who struggle with indecision, especially when faced with two choices. They constantly waver between options, unable to commit to a decision. Their minds jump from one thought to another, making them appear restless or unfocused.

These individuals often experience emotional extremes, shifting quickly between joy and sadness, energy and exhaustion, optimism and doubt. Their mood swings and hesitation can make them unreliable, causing them to miss opportunities simply because they couldn’t decide in time.

The positive potential of Scleranthus is inner balance, confidence, and decisiveness. Instead of second-guessing, they gain the ability to trust their choices and act with clarity. With a steady mind, they navigate life’s decisions with ease, staying grounded in any situation.

Dr. Bach’s description of Scleranthus:

“Those who suffer much from being unable to decide between two things, the first one seeming right then the other. They are usually quiet people and bear their difficulty alone, as they are not inclined to discuss it with others.”

— The Twelve Healers and Other Remedies

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