Healing Powers of Flowers with Liat Ben Yakov
Valentine’s day is around the corner and flowers will be given as romantic gestures, but what if flowers could do more than just put a smile on someone’s face? ChicagoHealers.com Practitioner Liat ben Yakov specializes in the use of Bach flower remedies, essences based on the philosophy and assumption that the patient’s ailments are treated, not the disease. Research recently conducted at the University of Plymouth proved that people taking flower essences over a three week period experienced improvement in what was ailing them, from sleep disorders to depression.
Yakov, a certified healer with Bach flower remedies, says the 38 different flower and tree essences do not change inner body chemistry, but rather act as catalysts, working with nature to create a desirable change. Yakov reveals some essences and how they holistically treat almost any ailment.
Cerato: Assists people who lack self confidence, are unable to make decisions and need to be supported and advised by others; Cerato develops the ability to listen to one’s inner voice and trust it.
Elm: Represents the idealist, perfectionist type. When these ideals are broken and the person is left without hope, it helps the individual find the right way to fulfill his dreams and aspirations.
Honeysuckle: This flower is good for “stuck” ideas, nostalgia, living in the past, and holding on to someone or something. It helps one develop the knowledge that he or she does not lose anything and must therefore move forward.
Red Chestnut: This is usually given to people who are over concerned about their relatives, including negative thoughts and anxiety. It may also help a child and mother in separation process and can assist pregnant women during the first trimester. The essence serves as a transformer from anxiety and over protection to love and support.
Wild Rose: Commonly used for those who have lost interest in life and have become apathetic and indifferent. Expressed physically in low voice, pale, low blood pressure and anemia. This essence helps one open up to life and fully experience it.
White Chestnut: Helps people who have trouble sleeping, due to repetitive thoughts and anxiety. Can help heal and deal with headaches, dizziness, neck problems, eye problems and high blood pressure.
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Liat ben Yakov, MBA, CST: Energy Healing/Body-Mind Balancing