Balance with Bach

Balance with Bach Alternative therapy/ holistic

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It’s finally ready! A peaceful healing space that has been yearned for months. Reiki and remedy consultations are availa...
14/09/2023

It’s finally ready! A peaceful healing space that has been yearned for months. Reiki and remedy consultations are available in slots most days and some evenings. Please dm if you would like to take a moment for you. Self-care is so important. 💜

28/09/2022

Who was Dr Edward Bach?

He was born on 24 September 1886 in Moseley, which back then was a small village just outside Birmingham UK. From an early age he had a love of nature, and as a schoolboy would head off alone, hiking and camping in the Welsh countryside. Nora Weeks* wrote "Any human being, bird or creature in pain or distress aroused in him such compassion and desire to help their suffering, that he determined he would be a doctor. His ideal of a simple way to heal all disease persisted, and as he grew older it became a conviction and the activating force behind his whole life's work, for throughout the years he practised as a pathologist, bacteriologist and homeopath his one aim was to find pure remedies."

For someone so sensitive it must have been very difficult to work in his father's brass foundry factory when he left school at 16. He did this for 3 years learning every aspect of the different departments while observing his fellow employees which gave him insight to human nature.

He eventually told his father of his dream to be a doctor and received his full support. Edward Bach trained at Birmingham University and the University College Hospital, where he qualified in 1912. He obtained the Conjoint Diploma of MRCS., LRCP., then in 1913 the degrees of MB., BS., and in 1914 the Diploma in Public Health (DPH Camb.)

As a medical student he had little time for books. He felt that "the true study of disease lay in watching every patient, observing the way in which each one was affected by his complaint, and seeing how these different reactions influenced the course, severity and duration of the disease. He learnt that the same treatment did not always cure the same disease in all patients. After further observation he realised that patients with a similar personality or temperament would often respond to the same remedy, whereas others of a different type with the same condition, needed other treatment for their cure."

His medical career included:
Casualty Medical Officer at University College Hospital (UCH)
Casualty House Surgeon at National Temperance Hospital
Assistant Bacteriologist at UCH - where he discovered that certain intestinal germs (which doctors considered of little or no importance) were closely connected with chronic disease and its cure). His discoveries revolutionised the treatment of chronic disease.

In 1917 he haemorrhaged, rushed into emergency surgery and told it was unlikely he would survive longer than 3 months. Desperate to complete his work, and still very weak he returned to the hospital laboratories and became
immersed in his experiments, working day and night. He grew stronger and astounded everyone by his recovery. He realised that "a definite purpose in life was the deciding factor of man's happiness on earth".

Responsible for over 400 war beds at UCH and in addition to his research work the Demonstrator and Clinical Assistant of Bacteriology at the Hospital Medical School.

During the 1918 influenza outbreak he was unofficially allowed to vaccinate the troops in certain home camps with his vaccines prepared from intestinal bacteria, saving thousands of lives. The death rate in other camps was appalling.

Pathologist and bacteriologist at the London Homeopathic Hospital
Thriving private research laboratory and clinic in London

His research was published in various professional journals: Proceedings of the Royal Society of Medicine; Journal of Pathology and Bacteriology; The British Homeopathic Journal and in 1926 published his book Chronic Disease: A Working Hypothesis.
Papers presented at Congresses such as: Intestinal Toxaemia in its Relation to Cancer; The Problem of Chronic Disease; The Rediscovery of Psora.

His discoveries were healing people. He was seen as an outstanding genius in his work, medical doctors around the world were ordering his vaccines. And yet he still believed he could find the answers in nature. By the end of 1929, he had found Impatiens, Mimulus and Clematis with which his patients had great success. He was convinced that he could replace the bacterial nosodes with the pure and simple herbs of nature. In 1930 he sold his laboratory and left London to begin his search for the new system of medicine. He completed his work in 1936 - his two books The Twelve Healers and Other Remedies and Heal Thyself encapsulating his work. He died peacefully 27 November of that year. And today, 92 years on, people everywhere continue to use the simply wonderful Bach Flower Remedies.

A gifted man who gave us his extraordinary legacy. Thank you Dr Bach!🌺

* The Medical Discoveries of Edward Bach

Still a few spaces left on our workshop. A Saturday morning dedicated to looking after you. Come and join us. Pls pm for...
17/09/2022

Still a few spaces left on our workshop. A Saturday morning dedicated to looking after you. Come and join us. Pls pm for details

31/08/2022

Intuition….how often do you hear yours…and then ignore it? Intuition is innate and yet we can find ourselves dismissing the vague feeling of unease (Aspen) or pushing through with a situation out of duty even when it doesn’t feel quite right (Oak) or being so ungrounded (Clematis) that you’re unable to give form to your intuition, that may at times feel overwhelming.

The one Bach flower which is most commonly associated with intuition is Cerato. A tiny delicate flower of vibrant colour (it grows beneath the window of Dr Bach’s study at the Bach Centre) that he described as for:

“Those who have not sufficient confidence in themselves to make their own decisions. They constantly seek advice from others, and are often misguided.”

How confident are you within yourself? Is that lack of confidence your Achilles heel? It’s hard to trust your intuition if you don’t have self-belief. Instead you will ask for the opinions of others, weighing up differing points of view, and most likely taking a decision that is contrary to your initial intuition, and then regretting it (Pine). If it becomes all about you seeking out others, there may even be some Heather in there.

Cerato helps you to strengthen the connection to your intuition. To recognise that the quiet inner voice is worthy of being heard. To be able to feel confident in knowing you can make decisions without unnecessarily seeking input or being swayed by what others think (Walnut).

It’s also useful to make a note of any intuitive thoughts you have (otherwise it’s easy to forget them) and notice what happens if you do or do not follow through. It’s a way to assess the veracity of your intuition and enhance your confidence. 🌺

How has Cerato helped you? 🌺

Gorgeous photo by Nicola Hanefeld BFRP 🌺

31/07/2022

In Dr Bach’s final lecture, a month before he died in November 1936, he told his audience that the main principles of using the 38 Bach flowers that he had discovered, were:

1. That no medical knowledge whatever is required.

2. That the disease itself is of no consequence whatsoever

3. That the mind is the most sensitive part of our bodies, and hence the best guide to tell us what is required

4. Thus the manner in which a patient reacts to an illness is alone taken into account. Not the illness itself.

5. That such as fear, depression, doubt, hopelessness, irritability, a desire for company or a desire to be alone, indecision, such are the true guides to the way in which a patient is being affected his malady, and to the Remedy he needs.”

With Dr Bach’s words in mind, it has been interesting to read in The Times this week of researchers at University College London, who analysed decades of research, and concluded there was no convincing evidence that depression is associated with, or caused by, lower serotonin or a chemical imbalance. Depression is frequently treated with pharmaceutical drugs and understandably the research has provoked some debate about their efficacy. In the article, psychotherapist James Davies (Phd in social and medical anthropology) is interviewed citing his findings that were published in his book Sedated: How modern capitalism created our mental health crisis. One conclusion he reached from working in the NHS was that the people he saw weren’t mentally ill in any biological sense, but their suffering was a reaction to the challenging social, environmental and relational situations they were caught in. He identified one of the key root causes of mental ill health as dissatisfaction with work, which has been increasing since the 1980s, as has the use of medication. While drugs may ease the symptoms, they are not addressing the cause.

In light of this, it seems that Dr Bach’s conclusions 90 years ago are as relevant as ever. If we privilege our mental and emotional outlook there are the Bach flowers to help us deal with what assails us.

Working with a Bach Foundation Registered Practitioner, or attending classes or reading his books to learn more about the Bach flowers and yourself is a meaningful way to support mental and emotional well-being. The flowers can also be integrated with other modalities, allopathic and complementary so you can create a holistic framework that meets your health needs. 🌺

How have the Bach flowers helped you or yours? 🌺

 &  are excited to announce a ‘Finding Inner balance’ workshop on 30th July, 9am-12 noon at Markyate Village Hall.This 3...
02/07/2022

& are excited to announce a ‘Finding Inner balance’ workshop on 30th July, 9am-12 noon at Markyate Village Hall.

This 3 hour workshop aims to connect and balance your body,mind and soul through breath-work, a mindful yoga flow, guided reiki meditation and sound clearing. You will also be given the unique opportunity to learn more about Bach Flower Remedies and create your own to take home.

Investment is £33 and spaces are limited so please contact us to reserve a space or for further information. 🌸

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Three hours of completely honouring your body, mind and soul. Please PM me for further details or to secure a place.
30/06/2022

Three hours of completely honouring your body, mind and soul. Please PM me for further details or to secure a place.

Really looking forward to this! Please PM me for more details. Spaces are limited. Xx
29/06/2022

Really looking forward to this!
Please PM me for more details. Spaces are limited. Xx

THE CONSTANT THINKER With our modern living patterns it is hard to get a moment of stillness and clarity. We are surroun...
11/05/2022

THE CONSTANT THINKER With our modern living patterns it is hard to get a moment of stillness and clarity. We are surrounded by constant stimulation through media channels, busy social calendars and hectic work schedules, no wonder we often struggle to switch off. Our minds can feel like they are on overdrive, full of thoughts and mental chatter. It can become a real struggle to concentrate and relax, particularly in evenings, leading to poor sleep quality. We may find that those thoughts can be quite negative, perhaps playing over different interactions with people over and over, mulling over if we could have done things differently. We can find ourselves becoming full of worry as our minds plays out different scenarios like stuck records whilst we struggle to move on from them. White Chestnut helps us to find peace within the mind, with mental clarity we can let go of worry and feel calm, rational and clearly focused. If you would like a consultation to help create your own personal remedy mix please PM me.

FOR THE EVERYDAY WORRIER. For those in a Mimulus state the struggle is real. Every day is filled with fears and worries....
10/03/2022

FOR THE EVERYDAY WORRIER. For those in a Mimulus state the struggle is real. Every day is filled with fears and worries. They live life on the edge, constant love worrying about their concerns, though they often don’t share them with others. Anxiety seems to be a constant companion. For some, it is specific issues that are a concern; fearful of losing their friendships or job, ill health, how they will cope with certain situations, phobias, and more. For others, it can be constantly worrying over day- to-day issues, the traffic, punctuality, busy places, loud noises. They are very sensitive individuals who feel deeply, therefore the outside world feels more intense to them. Mimulus helps to bring courage and a quiet confidence to help them face their fears and adversities. It helps them to find ways of coping with everyday life with a gentle humour and inner calm. With their emotions feeling under control, their days can begin to feel lighter.

08/03/2022

International Women’s Day — an ideal day to acknowledge Nora Weeks. While the flower remedies bear the name of Dr Edward Bach, it is unlikely the world would have benefited from his wonderful legacy if it wasn’t for his dedicated assistant, Nora Weeks. She met Dr Bach when she was a young radiographer and gave up her career to support him in achieving his vision for discovering a simple cure from nature. She located Mount Vernon in Sotwell (which has remained the Bach Centre ever since) where Dr Bach also found his initial remedies growing (except Olive and Vine which are from much warmer countries) and completed his search for the final nineteen.

After his death in 1936, Nora and their friend from Cromer, Victor Bullen, continued to ensure Dr Bach’s work for the following 42 years before she passed away in her sleep in January 1978. (Victor had died a few years earlier.) During those years Nora continued to make mother tinctures and stock bottles, see clients, write books and sustain a cottage industry of helpers. (You can see more in the little museum at the Bach Centre).

When demand for the Bach flowers became far greater than what could be logistically managed from the wooden outbuilding in the Bach Centre garden (now the site of the seminar room and cafe), Nora reconnected with Nelsons (homeopathic manufacturer and pharmacist) making a business arrangement where they would set up and arrange all the bottling of stock bottles and distribution of the 38 Bach flowers and Rescue Remedy. By doing so Nora enabled the global reach of the remedies. That relationship continues to this day.

Nora Weeks was apparently a Water Violet personality type, perceptive, dignified, private and committed to maintaining the integrity of the Bach flower system of healing as established by Dr Bach. She trained Nickie Murray and her brother John Ramsell, who in turn trained his daughter Judy Ramsell Howard. Dr Bach’s legacy is very much alive, supported around the world by the many thousands of Bach Foundation Registered Practitioners, teachers, advocates and users of the system.

Nora was a remarkable woman who nurtured and kept alive Dr Bach’s vision of ‘the medicine of the future’.🌺

02/03/2022
I AM ENOUGH. Crab Apple is the remedy for self love. It is for those who find it difficult to accept themselves for who ...
02/03/2022

I AM ENOUGH. Crab Apple is the remedy for self love. It is for those who find it difficult to accept themselves for who they are. They may have a low self image, a strong dislike towards their appearance or a condition they may have. This can lead to self-condemnation and self disgust. Sometimes, this internal battle is reflected outwardly, they may become fixated with external untidiness or uncleanness. They can come across as very house proud, always cleaning and tidying, and may have an obsession with constant hand washing and hygiene. Crab Apple is the cleanser remedy. It helps to balance our perspective of ourselves so that we can accept and love ourselves for who we are, it encourages us to be kind to ourselves, recognising that we are worthy of love not only from others but most importantly ourselves.

WHO WAS DR EDWARD BACH?In 1912, Dr Edward Bach begun his career as a pathologist, bacteriologist & physician running a s...
02/03/2022

WHO WAS DR EDWARD BACH?
In 1912, Dr Edward Bach begun his career as a pathologist, bacteriologist & physician running a successful Harley Street practice. He was highly regarded amongst many in the medical circles, particularly for his research on vaccines and immunology. His research in intestinal toxaemia led to the discovery of seven different groups of intestinal bacteria, and vaccines to treat those chronically ill, he called them The Bach Nosodes, and his work has helped influence our modern immunology treatment.
Dr Bach was particularly interested in the work of Hahnemann and spent part of his career working at the London Homeopathic Hospital where he went on the develop The Seven Bach Nosodes into oral vaccines to be given homoeopathically, these are still used today. Dr Bach was interested in Hahnemann’s principle that true recovery could only be obtained by ‘treating the patient not the disease’. Hahnemann looked at all aspects of the patient including characteristics and traits when treating them and Dr Bach was a strong believer that treating the patients’ characteristics and emotions that would often prevent physical illness manifesting itself in the body.
In 1917, he was diagnosed with terminal cancer and given three months to live; he went on to live 19 years and he was convinced that it was his passion for life that meant he lived longer than his peers had expected. Throughout Dr Bach’s medical career, he observed that the patients’ emotions and personalities would often influence their recovery. He believed if we could use plants as medicines to heal disease, that we could also them to treat the patient’s moods or temperament, and our emotions were often the root cause of illness.
Having spent his childhood growing up in the Welsh countryside he already had a strong connection to nature and plants, his instincts and experiences were driving him closer to the idea that his true vocation was to find a healing system in plants that would help heal and balance the emotions of the individual. In 1930 he left London, giving up his practice, and committed the rest of his life to the research and discovery of the Bach Flower Remedies.

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