"Health depends on being in harmony with our souls"
About Edward Bach
Edward Bach — Life and Legacy
Edward Bach was a British physician and homeopath who revolutionized the field of holistic healing with his development of Bach Flower Remedies. His significant contribution lies in the belief that emotional health is crucial to physical well-being, a concept he articulated through his innovative remedies derived from flowers. Bach famously stated, 'The greatest gift is to be able to help others,' which encapsulates his commitment to service and healing. His approach challenged the conventional medical practices of his time, emphasizing that true healing comes from addressing emotional imbalances rather than merely treating physical symptoms. Bach's philosophy was rooted in the idea that negative emotions could manifest as physical ailments, and his remedies aimed to restore emotional harmony. He believed that by treating the emotional state, one could achieve lasting health. This perspective is evident in his work, where he sought to empower individuals to take charge of their own healing journeys. Today, Bach's quotes and ideas continue to resonate, offering insights into the interconnectedness of mind and body. His legacy persists in the ongoing exploration of holistic health, inspiring many to consider emotional well-being as a vital component of overall health.
Quote collection
Edward Bach quotes
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"There is no true healing unless there is a change in outlook, peace of mind and inner happiness"
"Disease is in essence the result of conflict between Soul and Mind, and will never be eradicated except by spiritual and mental effort."
"Healing with the clean, pure, beautiful agents of nature is surely the one method of all which appeals to most of us"
"Treat the cause not the effect."
"Rest assured that whatever station of life we are placed, princely or lowly, it contains the lessons and experiences necessary at the moment for our evolution, and gives us the best advantage for the development of ourselves."
"Seek the outstanding mental conflict in the person, give him the remedy that will overcome that conflict and all the hope and encouragement you can, then the virtue within him will, itself do all the rest."
"Every single person has a life to live, a work to do, a glorious personality, a wonderful individuality."
"All we have to do is preserve our personality, to live our own life, be captain of our own ship, and all will be well."
"The main reason for the failure of the modern medical science is that it is dealing with results and not causes. Nothing more than the patching up of those attacked and the burying of those who are slain, without a thought being given to the real strong hold."
"And may we ever have gratitude in hearts that the great Creator in all His glory has placed the herbs in the field for our healing."
"Suffering is a corrective to point out a lesson which by other means we have failed to grasp, and never can it be eradicated until that lesson is learnt."
"The real primary diseases of man are such defects as pride, cruelty, hate, self- love, ignorance, instability and greed; and each of these, if considered, will be found to be adverse to Unity."
"Five hundred years before Christ some physicians of ancient India, working under the influence of the Lord Buddha, advanced the art of healing to so perfect a state that they were able to abolish surgery, although the surgery of their time was as efficient, or more so, than that of the present day."
"In our western civilization we have the glorious example, the great standard of perfection and the teachings of the Christ to guide us. He acts for us as Mediator between our personality and our Soul."
"Humans have a soul which is their real higher self; a Divine, Mighty, Being."