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Vol 2., #2 - Sept. 1999
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Healing Flowers of the Zodiac: Libra to Pisces

©1999 By Candy Hillenbrand

EDITOR'S NOTE: The other half of the zodiac will appear in a continuation article in the next issue.

As an astrologer, I have sought to understand the signs, planets, houses and aspects from a 'transformational' perspective by asking questions like: What is a more positive way of expressing this aspect? What is the gift of this planetary configuration? What is the highest potential that this person could express?

This focus has led me to seek practical healing tools or remedies which can meld with this 'transformational' approach, catalysts for change which can help to balance, harmonize, soothe and resolve the conflicts and dilemmas so well described by the horoscope. One tool which I find working very well with astrology is flower essences. Primarily, flower essences are used to treat emotional and mental problems, and are selected on the basis of the client's psychological profile, which is quite easily determined by an analysis of the birth chart.




The following flower essences are drawn from both the Bach Flowers and the Flower Essence Society to match the qualities and energies of the twelve signs of the zodiac. We will begin with the second half, since those are the signs the Sun is currently highlighting.
 
 

LIBRA - VENUS - 7TH HOUSE
The Relating Self ~ Harmony and Equanimity with Others

FLOWER REMEDIES: Scleranthus, Cerato, Red Clover, Calendula, Eucalyptus, Holly, Agrimony. Sweet Pea, Penstemon.
EMOTIONAL HEALING: These essences counteract the Libran tendency to procrastinate. They help us to be more decisive and to balance emotional and mental extremes. They assist us to balance independence with interdependence, to be able to follow our own guidance while still relating to and sharing with others.
 
 

SCORPIO - PLUTO - 8TH HOUSE
The Surrendering Self ~ Deep Sharing and Self-Mastery
 
FLOWER REMEDIES:  Willow, Holly, Rock Rose, Fuchsia, Garlic, Black-Eyed Susan, Chicory,  Basil, Sweet Chestnut, Gorse, Cherry Plum, Honeysuckle.
EMOTIONAL HEALING: These essences help the Scorpionic or Plutonian type to transform negative feelings into more constructive expressions. They enable us to release old and unfruitful emotional patterns such as resentment, anger, hatred, revenge, suspicion, fear, paranoia and possessiveness. They bring forgiveness, faith, courage and the potential to transform darkness into light.
 
 
SAGITTARIUS - JUPITER - 9TH HOUSE
The Expanding Self ~ In the Search for Meaning
 
FLOWER REMEDIES: Vervain, Wild Oat, Agrimony, Sage, Zinnia, Borage, Shasta Daisy, Larkspur, Hound's-tongue.
EMOTIONAL HEALING: These essences moderate the Sagittarian and Jupiterian tendency towards extremism and over-expansion. They foster the philosophical nature and help us to order and integrate diverse ideas. They bring mental calm and clarity, and a sense of purpose and direction in life, while enhancing the jovial qualities of the sign.
 
 
CAPRICORN - SATURN - 10TH HOUSE
The Purposeful Self ~ Structuring our Contribution  to Society
 
FLOWER REMEDIES: Rock Water, Elm, Borage, Oak, Wild Oat, Scotch Broom, Sunflower,  Blackberry, Gentian, Mustard, Mimulus, Larch, Aspen.
EMOTIONAL HEALING: These essences balance the Capricornian and Saturnian tendency towards self-denial and rigidity. They are an antidote for pessimism, depression and despondency. They help us to express our ideals and individuality through a meaningful vocation or role, by overcoming obstacles and feeling confident about our abilities.
 
 
AQUARIUS - URANUS - 11TH HOUSE
The Reforming Self ~ Towards a Global Awareness

FLOWER REMEDIES: Walnut, Star of Bethlehem, Water Violet, Chamomile, Dill, Red Clover, Scotch Broom, Quaking Grass, Dandelion, Vervain.
EMOTIONAL HEALING: These essences help the Aquarian and Uranian type to overcome a tendency toward pride, aloofness and superiority. They foster a desire to put the fruits of our creativity at the service of others and enhance a global perspective. They help calm the nervous system for those prone to extremes of mental energy.
 
 

PISCES - NEPTUNE - 12TH HOUSE
The Transcending Principle ~ The Search for Love, Unity and Divinity

FLOWER REMEDIES:  Clematis, Angelica, Rock Rose, Jasmine, Lavender, California Poppy, Pink Yarrow, Corn, Forget-me-not, Aspen, Lotus, Morning Glory.
EMOTIONAL HEALING: These essences help those sensitive and dreamy people who would rather not be here, the mystics and escapists of life. They have a grounding, strengthening and protective effect. They help us to take more interest  in the present and to feel closer to the Divine.
 
 



While I have mentioned for each zodiac sign a kind of archetypal or 'type' remedy, you may also find other appropriate remedies. In creating these correlations, I have drawn on a variety of sources, including my own clinical work, Dr. Bach's work, the Flower Essence Repertory, Peter Damien's The Twelve Healers, and Donna Cunningham's astrological writings about the remedies.

Combining flower essence healing with astrology  enables us to do something with the astrological awareness we have gained, to ground the starry wisdom in some practical or manifest form. For many, awareness is not enough. We want to change, to heal, to make those decisions and take that action, but something stops us, and that something is often the inertia and habits of the past.  This is where the incredible healing potential of flower essences lies. Apart from restoring emotional and mental balance during times of stress and trauma, they seem to aid us in shifting our perspective.
 
 



About the Author: Candy Hillenbrand is an award winning F.A.A. certified astrologer and flower essence practitioner. For the rest of her articles in Vibration Magazine and info about how to contact her, see her Frequent Contributor Page.