The Herbal Medicine-Maker's Handbook_ A Home Manual - James Green [80]
• Loses interest in those that cannot be dominated
• Rigid, inflexible attitude which manifests in extreme tension with stiff, rigid physical pain, and disability
• In direct response to my inner guidance, I employ constancy and determination as I pursue my beliefs and carry out my life work
• Conventions that might impede my self- fulfillment are easily ignored
• I am unaffected by adverse circumstances •I’m neither hindered nor discouraged by the opinions or ridicule of others
• I am a creative pioneer
• I change my beliefs and habits fluidly as I feel appropriate
• I am a free individual, and I offer no resistance to my inspiration Walnut
(Juglans regia ) • Swayed by a stronger or more dominating personality or forceful circumstance
• Inspired course is altered by some link with the past, family tie, habit, or other outside influence
• A “link breaker” from any influence from the past or circumstances of the present
• An ally for advancing stages of maturity (teething, puberty, menopause) or for big life-change decisions for taking any step forward and breaking conventions, leaving all old limits and habits
• I have great gentleness and poise
• I am a tranquil, objective, sympathetic, and practical counselor
• I am self-reliant and dignified
• I am an example of integration and confidence to others
• I do not interfere with the affairs of others nor do I tolerate interference in my affairs
• I create a serene environment for myself and others Water Violet
(Hottonia palustris ) • Feeling of superiority to others
• Proud and aloof
• Disdainful and condescending, which can manifest as mental rigidity and physical stiffness and tension
• Disapproving of others, though tolerant and never interfering
• Bears grief and sorrows in silence
• Prefers to be alone when ill
• I have a quiet and calm mind, undisturbed by outside influences
• I am at peace with myself and with the world
• From the serenity of my mind comes the solutions to my problems
• I have a strong ability to direct my thoughts where I want them
• I have learned to control thought and imagination and put them to my conscious creative use White Chestnut
(Aesculus hippocastanum,
Horse Chestnut) • Persistent mental arguments and conversations with self, reoccurring like a stuck record
• Worries racing around and around in the mind
• Tortured mind
• Insomnia
• Seeks to escape thoughts and get back into the world
• Overactive mentality results in depression and fatigue
• Headaches due to chronic over-anxious thoughts
• I am energetic, talented, and able to do things well
• I have definite ambitions and focus
• I know just what I want to do with my life
• I do what I want to do, and I let nothing interfere with my purpose
• My life is filled with feelings of usefulness and happiness
• My heart is open to joy and freedom and growth
• I have the ability to do many things well, and I am successful and satisfied in my undertakings Wild Oat
(Bromus ramosus,
Hairy or
Wood Brome-grass) • Undecided as to what to do with life
• General but unclear ideas of what is wanted
• Despondent and dissatisfied due to feelings that life is passing by
• Frustrated and unhappy due to a tendency to drift into uncongenial environments and occupations
• Indefinite due to so many ideas and ambitions
• For those weak, introverted, despondent type of persons from whom very many essences are indicated—this will help identify the exact essences that are best
• I have a lively interest in all happenings, both in my life and in the lives of others
• My very interest and vitality attract excellent conditions into my life, so I enjoy happiness, good health, prosperity, growth, and friendship
• I accept and appreciate life with good humor, and I respond to my inner-being’s constant guidance and wisdom
• I realize and fully exercise my power to create all my life experiences Wild Rose
(Rosa canina, Dog Rose ) • Resignation to illness, uncongenial work, debilitating relationships, and/or to a monotonous life
• Diminished desire
• Makes little effort