In this way, flower essences can be used to treat both physical and emotional issues and disorders. An ancient form of healthcare, essences are used to prompt greater levels of balance and well-being in the user. Increasingly, they are used all over the world and in conjunction with many healing modalities. Over the past dozen or so years there has been much new growth in this field, with exciting new approaches to essence making and therapeutic use. Whether it is a minor elective procedure, or a dangerous life-saving operation, surgery is rough on body, mind, self and soul.
Flower essences can ease the emotional and mental stresses of surgery.
Reduced stress can quicken recovery, shorten hospital stays, and lessen the chance of complications. Taking flower essences before surgery increases positive feelings such as optimism, acceptance and peace. This helps the body deal with the physical stress of the operation. After surgery, flower essences can ease common stresses such as difficulty sleeping, feelings of fear and doubt, the challenges of helplessness and the inability to function in familiar ways, Flower essences can further aid recovery through increasing motivation and helping with any lifestyle and emotional adjustments. Anxiety before surgery is common.