We often underestimate how debilitating Saturn transits can be. Here are some helpful essences for the physical and emotional exhaustion that can result, and for getting better acquainted with what your body is trying to tell you.

Mallow is a wonderful Saturn remedy on many levels, and some people even find that it eases physical afflictions that flare up under Saturn transits. Mallow is very much associated with the fear of aging. Saturn transits can make us feel weary and old, with the weight of the world on our shoulders! Mallow helps us to mellow and to lighten up.

When transiting Saturn is coupled with Uranus or Mercury, there can be an unusual amount of tension or strain, physically and mentally, and this can lead to nervous disorders and insomnia. Mallow is very helpful for both of these, along with Bottlebrush, for anxiety and stress. This combination is very calming for the nervous system. Pomegranate is also supportive in learning to take time out to nurture your body under difficult Saturn/Moon transits.

Saturn transits to Venus and the Moon can be sobering and anything but light-hearted, especially where your closest ties are concerned. Problems in relationships can be downright depressing. To stand up for your emotional needs in relationships, try Centaury. Among its other properties, Mallow helps build trust between couples. When grieving the loss of a relationship or loved one, Sweet Chestnut releases unbearable anguish.

The following remedies ease painful patterns in love. Sunflower and Sagauro restore self-esteem, so that you feel more deserving of love. Crown of Thorns helps you see that you don't have to suffer to earn love. Fuschia is great for lending awareness as to why we enter into and maintain relationships that make us feel shut out or isolated from the other person. Sticky Monkeyflower is useful for resolving issues of intimacy, but works better if both partners take it.

Aspects of Saturn to Mars and to the Sun often involve challenges to self-esteem, and how healthy or balanced the ego is. This can relate to feeling supported--or not--by peers and superiors. Sometimes when Saturn makes a hard aspect to the Sun, we don't feel supported by anyone, least of all bosses or parents--usually the father.

Sunflower and Grapefruit are a good combination for dealing with issues around feeling supported in life. These two remedies help one "stand straight and tall", and to feel more self-supporting, physically, financially, and otherwise. Problems with men, or father issues can be helped with this combination.

Add Saguaro for strength and perseverance in following your life purpose. Saguaro helps one to stay spiritually strong in the face of obstacles and in situations that drain your vitality and energy. Gentian is for when you feel discouraged. It would work well with Saguaro, in keeping you from getting downhearted easily and giving up hope.

For Saturn transits to Neptune, three remedies--Centaury, Clematis, and Wild Oat--help one visualize and thereby reinvent reality in healthier ways. Centaury works against being victimized or taken for granted, so one's efforts and contributions are more appreciated. Clematis helps one to be more clear minded and level-headed about the decisions one makes. Let's make these transits constructive, lifting the veils of illusion.

Under Saturn/Neptune transits, we often have a wakeup call about our ways of dealing with the material world. Four Leaf Clover can prompt you to stay away from frivolous and extravagant money dealings, gambling, or other big risks with your finances. Corn is also good for grounding, leading you to be more practical with your money.

I have mostly discussed essences for difficult Saturn transits and aspects, but essences like Mallow can also be used for harmonious transits of Saturn like trines. Essences for planetary pairs can work well in any astrological configuration, helping one to progress and integrate the energies of Saturn more easily. But then again, who ever said that Saturn was easy!

ESSENCE SOURCES: The majority of remedies cited in this article are made by Pegusus Products, as well as by a number of other companies. The remedies Centaury, Clematis, Gentian, Sweet Chestnut, and Wild Oat are made by Bach and by Healing Herbs. Sticky Monkeyflower is made by the Flower Essence Society. For addresses of these and other companies whose essences are cited in this issue, check the World Wide Essence Society's Resource List.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Kathleen Douglas has been studying astrology since the age of seventeen, where she was introduced to it in Vienna, Austria. She studied with a variety of teachers, including a private mentorship program with Donna Cunningham for two years, where she was introduced to the flower essences.

For the last five years she has worked extensively with flower, gem, element, and starlight elixirs, attending workshops with Pegasus Products and other essence makers. She maintains a private astrological practice, combined with vibrational healing. To reach Kathleen for readings and information about the essences, email kathleen118@inmae.com.

DESIGN CREDITS: The background was made especially for us by Adrienne's Creative Web Designs. Adrienne has a variety of other astrological backgrounds. The mallow photograph came from the collection of California wild flowers by Brother Alfred Brousseau

The World Wide Essence Society does not mean to imply any recommendation of nor give certification to any individuals or companies above. This article is provided purely for informational purposes. We ask consumers to make their own determination as to quality of the services and products offered above. This article is not meant to be advice, and the information is not meant to replace medical or psychological treatment.

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