Flower essences have been used for wholistic healing for more than 150 years. Originally developed for use in Europe, they are now used world-wide. In summing up how essences work, a useful analogy might be a human Norton utility program. Essences will 'scan', 'delete', 'sort', 'shift' and' organize' your internal file system to put you back into balance. They empty your emotional trash.

Essences support your system in dealing with any major crisis or challenge in your life. Regular essence users include Olympic athletes, university students, performers and parents for example. They are helpful for infants, small children, teenagers. They can provide support in any life-birth-death situation. Perhaps the only condition that Iris has not seen any success is in the treatment of Multiple Sclerosis with essences.

Pets also benefit from essence treatment in dealing with the challenges of ownership, location or a new family situation.

An essence is, by definition and by its very nature, the intrinsic value of some thing, its 'beingness', the way in which it is recognized as individual and unique. All physical matter has a vibration as well as a physical structure and appearance. Flower essences are subtle liquid extracts, generally taken in oral form, which are used to address profound issues of emotional well-being, soul development and mind-body health. They restore harmony and balance and are a valuable tool for those involved in healing and self-explorations. They work on both conscious and subconscious levels, and support the individual during the process.

It takes approximately 21 days to create a new and improved pattern. Most patterns are multi-faceted and multi-layered, like a puzzle. Flower essences help us to deal with this complexity, one piece at a time, so we're not overwhelmed by the process. They help us to dump the 'garbage' while supporting and expanding the parts we like. They help us to maintain our balance through all of life's curve balls.

			Abundance
Releasing of guilt and fear Feeling a t peace with yourself and others More laughter in your life New perspectives	Improved coping skills More clear and beneficial choices Better social communication Better sexual communication and joy increased political and racial tolerance

Taking essences in the morning welcomes the new energy pattern into your day. Taking them before bed will allow you to process and release old patterns in the sleep state.