Bach Flower Assessment Quiz

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Agrimony

Keywords: Addiction, unhappy, anxiety, insomnia “The jovial, cheerful, humorous people who love peace and are distressed by argument or quarrel, to avoid which they will agree to give up much. Though generally they have troubles and are tormented and restless and worried in mind or in body, they hide their cares behind their humor and are considered very good friends to know. They often take alcohol or drugs in excess, to stimulate them and help themselves bear their trials with cheerfulness.” – Dr. Edward Bach

I often hide my feelings behind a facade of cheerfulness

I dislike arguments and often give in to avoid conflict

I turn to food, work, alcohol, drugs, etc. when down

Aspen

Keywords: Fear, worries, unknown fears, night terrors, anxious “Vague unknown fears for which there can be given no explanation, no reason. It is a terror that something awful is going to happen even though it is unclear what exactly. These vague inexplicable fears may haunt by night or day. Sufferers may often be afraid to tell their trouble to others.” – Dr. Edward Bach

I feel anxious without knowing why

I have a strange fear that something bad will happen

I wake up feeling anxious

Beech

Keywords: Intolerance, critical, lack of compassion “For those who feel the need to see more good and beauty in all that surrounds them. And, although much appears to be wrong, to have the ability to see the good growing within. So as to be able to be more tolerant, lenient and understanding of the different way each individual and all things are working to their own perfection.” – Dr. Edward Bach

I easily get annoyed by the habits of others

I often focus on others peoples mistakes

I find myself being critical and intolerant of others

Centaury

Keywords: Weak-willed, bullied, unable to say no, imposed on, lack energy, tired, timid, passive, quiet “Kind, quiet, gentle people who are over-anxious to serve others. They overtax their strength in their endeavors. Their wish so grows upon them that they become more servants than willing helpers. Their good nature leads them to do more than their own share of work, and in so doing they may neglect their own particular mission in life” – Dr. Edward Bach

I often neglect my own needs to please others

I find it difficult to say "no"

I tend to be easily influenced

Cerato

Keywords: Confirmation, seeking advice, do not trust own wisdom or judgment “Those who have not sufficient confidence in themselves to make their own decisions. They constantly seek advice from others, and are often misguided” – Dr. Edward Bach

I constantly second-guess myself

I seek advice, mistrusting my own intuition

I often change my mind out of confusion

Cherry Plum

Keywords: Keywords: Fear of losing control, temper tantrum, breakdown, abusive, rage, explode “Fear of mind being over-strained, of reason giving away, of doing fearful and dreaded things, not wished and known wrong, yet there comes the thought and impulse to do them.” – Dr. Edward Bach

I'm afraid I might lose control of myself

I have sudden fits of rage

I feel like I'm going crazy

Chestnut Bud

Keywords: Learning, repeating mistakes “For those who do not take full advantage of observation and experience, and who take a longer time than others to learn the lessons of daily life. Whereas one experience would be enough for some, such people find it necessary to have more, sometimes several, before the lesson is learned. Therefore, to their regret, they find themselves having to make the same error on different occasions when once would have been enough, or observation of others could have spared them even that one fault.” – Dr. Edward Bach

I make the same mistakes over and over

I don't learn from my experience

I keep repeating the same wrong patterns

Chicory

Keywords: Possessive, over-protective, self-centered, critical, nagging, self-pity, easily offended, manipulating, demanding “Those who are very mindful of the needs of others they tend to be over-full of care for children, relatives, friends, always finding something that should be put right. They are continually correcting what they consider wrong, and enjoy doing so. They desire that those for whom they care should be near them” – Dr. Edward Bach

I need to be needed and want my loved ones close

I feel unloved and unappreciated by my family

I easily feel slighted and hurt

Clematis

Keywords: Daydreaming, dreaminess, withdrawing, lack of concentration “Those who are dreamy, drowsy, not fully awake, no great interest in life. Quiet people, not really happy in their present circumstances, living more in the future than in the present; living in hopes of happier times when their ideals may come true. In illness some make little or no effort to get well, and in certain cases may even look forward to death, in the hope of better times; or maybe, meeting again some beloved one whom they have lost.” – Dr. Edward Bach

I often feel spacey and absent minded

I find myself unable to concentrate for long

I get drowsy and sleep more than necessary

Crab Apple

Keywords: Cleansing, poor self image, sense of not being clean, obsessive, poor self image “This is the remedy of cleansing. For those who feel as if they have something not quite clean about themselves. Often it is something of apparently little importance, in others there may be more serious disease which is almost disregarded compared to the one thing on which they concentrate. In both types they are anxious to be free from the one particular thing which is greatest in their minds and which seems so essential to them that it should be cured. They become despondent if treatment fails. Being a cleanser, this remedy purifies wounds if the patient has reason to believe that some poison has entered which must be drawn out.” – Dr. Edward Bach

I am overly concerned with cleanliness

I feel unclean or physically unattractive

I tend to obsess over little things

Elm

Keywords: Depression overwhelmed by responsibilities, despondent, exhausted “Those who are doing good work, are following the calling of their life and who hope to do something of importance, and this often for the benefit of humanity. At times there may be periods of depression when they feel that the task they have undertaken is too difficult, and not within the power of a human being.” – Dr. Edward Bach

I feel overwhelmed by my responsibilities

I don't cope well under pressure

I have temporarily lost my self-confidence

Gentian

Keywords: Discouraged, depressed “Those who are easily discouraged. They may be progressing well in illness or in the affairs of their daily life, but any small delay or hindrance to progress causes doubt and soon disheartens them.” – Dr. Edward Bach

I become discouraged with small setbacks

I am easily disheartened when faced with difficulties

I am often skeptical and pessimistic

Gorse

Keywords: Hopelessness, despair, pessimism “Very great hopelessness, they have given up belief that more can be done for them. Under persuasion or to please others they may try different treatments, at the same time assuring those around that there is so little hope of relief.” – Dr. Edward Bach

I feel hopeless, and can't see a way out

I lack faith that things could get better in my life

I feel sullen and depressed

Heather

Keywords: Talkative, demand attention, dislike being alone, lonely “Those who are always seeking the companionship of anyone who may be available, as they find it necessary to discuss their own affairs with others, no matter who it may be. They are very unhappy if they have to be alone for any length of time.” – Dr. Edward Bach

I am obsessed with my own troubles

I dislike being alone and I like to talk

I usually bring conversations back to myself

Holly

Keyword: Envy, jealousy, hate, insecurity, suspicious, aggressive, lack compassion “For those who are sometimes attacked by thoughts of such kind as jealousy, envy, revenge, suspicion. For the different forms of vexation. Within themselves they may suffer much, often when there is no real cause for their unhappiness.” – Dr. Edward Bach

I am suspicious of others

I feel discontented and unhappy

I am full of jealousy, mistrust, or hate

Honeysuckle

Keyword: Homesickness, nostalgia, bereavement “Those who live much in the past, perhaps a time of great happiness, or memories of a lost friend, or ambitions which have not come true. They do not expect further happiness such as they have had.” – Dr. Edward Bach

I'm often homesick for the "way it was"

I think more about the past than the present

I often think about what might have been

Hornbeam

Keyword: Weariness, bored, tired, needs strength, overworked, procrastination, doubting own abilities “For those who feel that they have not sufficient strength, mentally or physically, to carry the burden of life placed upon them; the affairs of every day seem too much for them to accomplish, though they generally succeed in fulfilling their task. For those who believe that some part, of mind or body, needs to be strengthened before they can easily fulfill their work.” – Dr. Edward Bach

I often feel too tired to face the day ahead

I feel mentally exhausted

I tend to put things off and may procrastinate

Impatiens

Keyword: Impatience, irritated, nervy, frustration, fidgety, accident-prone, hasty “Those who are quick in thought and action and who wish all things to be done without hesitation or delay. When ill they are anxious for a hasty recovery. They find it very difficult to be patient with people who are slow as they consider it wrong and a waste of time, and they will endeavor to make such people quicker in all ways. They often prefer to work and think alone, so that they can do everything at their own speed.” – Dr. Edward Bach

I find it hard to wait for things

I am impatient and irritable

I prefer to work alone

Larch

Keyword: Lack of confidence, depressed, discouraged, feeling of inferiority “For those who do not consider themselves as good or capable as those around them, who expect failure, who feel that they will never be a success, an so do not venture or make a strong enough attempt to succeed.” – Dr. Edward Bach

I lack self-confidence

I feel inferior and often become discouraged

I never expect anything but failure

Mimulus

Keyword: Fear, blushing, stammering, shyness, timid, sensitive, lack of courage “Fear of worldly things, illness, pain, accidents, poverty, of dark, of being alone, of misfortune. The fears of everyday life. These people quietly and secretly bear their dread; they do not freely speak of it to others.” – Dr. Edward Bach

I am afraid of things such as spiders, illness, etc.

I am shy, overly sensitive, and modest

I often get nervous and embarrassed

Mustard

Keyword: Depression, deep gloom for no reason “Those who are liable to times of gloom or even despair, as though a cold dark cloud overshadowed them and hid the light and the joy of life. It may not be possible to give any reason or explanation for such attacks. Under these conditions it is almost impossible to appear happy or cheerful.” – Dr. Edward Bach

I get depressed without any reason

I feel my moods swinging back and forth

I get gloomy feelings that come and go

Oak

Keyword: Exhaustion, overwork, workaholic, fatigued, over-achiever “For those who are struggling and fighting strongly to get well, or in connection with the affairs of their daily life. They will go on trying one thing after another, though their case may seem hopeless. They will fight on. They are discontented with themselves if illness interferes with their duties or helping others. They are brave people, fighting against great difficulties, without loss of hope of effort.” – Dr. Edward Bach

I tend to overwork and keep on in spite of exhaustion

I have a strong sense of duty and never give up

I neglect my own needs in order to complete a task

Olive

Keyword: Lack of energy, fatigue, convalescence “Those who have suffered much mentally or physically and are so exhausted and weary that they feel they have no more strength to make any effort. Daily life is hard work for them, without pleasure.” – Dr. Edward Bach

I feel completely exhausted, physically and/ or mentally

I am totally drained of all energy with no reserves left

I have just been through a long period of illness or stress

Pine

Keywords: Guilt, self-reproach, humble, apologetic, shame, unworthy, undeserving “For those who blame themselves. Even when successful they think they could have done better, and are never satisfied with the decisions they make. Would this remedy help me to stop blaming myself for everything?” – Dr. Edward Bach

I feel unworthy and inferior

I often feel guilty

I blame myself for everything that goes wrong

Red Chestnut

Keywords: Worried, over-concern, fear “For those who find it difficult not to be anxious for other people. Often they have ceased to worry about themselves, but for those of.” – Dr. Edward Bach

I am overly concerned and worried about my loved ones

I am distressed and disturbed by other people's problems

I worry that harm may come to those I love

Rock Rose

Keywords: Frozen fear, terror “The remedy of emergency for cases where there even appears no hope. In accident serious or sudden illness, or when the patient is very frightened or terrified, or if the conditions is serious enough to cause great fear to those around. If the patient is not conscious the lips may be moistened with the remedy.” – Dr. Edward Bach

I sometimes feel terror and panic

I become helpless and frozen when afraid

I suffer from nightmares

Rock Water

Keywords: Self repression, self denial, self perfection, overwork, self-sacrificing, opinionated “Those who are very strict in their way of living; they deny themselves many of the joys and pleasures of life because they consider it might interfere with their work. They are hard masters to themselves. They wish to be well and strong and active, and will do anything which they believe will keep them so. They hope to be examples which will appeal to others who may then follow their ideas and be better as a result.” – Dr. Edward Bach

I set high standards for myself

I am strict with my health, work &/or spiritual discipline

I am very self-disciplined, always striving for perfection

Scleranthus

Keyword: Indecision, imbalance, uncertainty, dizziness “Those who suffer much from being unable to decide between two things, first one seeming right then the other. They are usually quiet people, and bear their difficulty alone, as they are not inclined to discuss it with others.” – Dr. Edward Bach

I find it difficult to make decisions when I have two options

I often change my opinions

I have intense mood swings

Star of Bethlehem

Keywords: Trauma, after effect of shock, post traumatic stress “For those in great distress under conditions which for a time produce great unhappiness. The shock of serious news, the loss of someone dear, the fright following an accident, and such like. For those who for a time refuse to be consoled, this remedy brings comfort.” – Dr. Edward Bach

I feel devastated due to a recent shock

I am withdrawn due to traumatic events in my life

I have never recovered from loss, trauma or fright

Sweet Chestnut

Keywords: Extreme mental anguish, hopeless despair, intense sorrow “For those moments which happen to some people when the anguish is so great as to seem to be unbearable. When the mind or body feels as if it had borne to the uttermost limit of its endurance, and that now it must give way. When it seems there is nothing but destruction and annihilation left to face.” – Dr. Edward Bach

I feel extreme mental or emotional heartache

I have reached the limits of my endurance

I feel complete despair, all hope gone

Vervain

Keywords: Over-enthusiasm, hyper-active, fanatical, highly strung “Those with fixed principles and ideas, which they are confident are right, and which they very rarely change. They have a great wish to convert all around them to their own views of life. They are strong of will and have much courage when they are convinced of those things that they wish to teach. In illness they struggle on long after many would have given up their duties.” – Dr. Edward Bach

I get high-strung and very intense

I try to convince others of my way of thinking

I am sensitive to injustice, almost fanatical

Vine

Keywords: Domineering, inflexible, very capable, gifted, bullying, aggressive “Very Capable people, certain of their own ability, confident of success. Being so assured, they think that it would be for the benefit of others if they could be persuaded to do things as they themselves do, or as they are certain is right. Even in illness they will direct their attendants. They may be of great value in emergency.” – Dr. Edward Bach

I tend to take charge of projects, situations, etc.

I consider myself a natural leader

I am strong-willed, ambitious and often bossy

Walnut

I am experiencing change in my life; a move, new job, etc. I get drained by people or situations I want to be free to follow my own ambitions

I am experiencing change in my life; a move, new job, etc.

I get drained by people or situations

I want to be free to follow my own ambitions

Water Violet

Keywords: Proud, aloof, lonely, anti-social, disdainful, condescending, self-reliant, private “For those who in health or illness like to be alone. Very quiet people, who move about without noise, they are aloof, leave people alone and go their own way. Often clever and talented. Their peace and calmness is a blessing to those around them.” – Dr. Edward Bach

I give the impression that I'm aloof

I prefer to be alone when overwhelmed

I often don't connect with people

White Chestnut

Keywords: Repeated unwanted thoughts, mental arguments, concentration, sleeplessness, insomnia. “For those who cannot prevent thoughts, ideas, arguments which they do not desire from entering their minds. Usually at such times when the interest of the moment is not strong enough to keep the mind full. Thoughts which worry and still remain, or if for a time thrown out, will return. They seem to circle round and round and cause mental torture. The presence of such unpleasant thoughts drives out peace and interferes with being able to think only of the work or pleasure of the day.” – Dr. Edward Bach

I have repeated unwanted thoughts and worries

I relive unhappy events or arguments over and over again

I am unable to sleep at times because I can't stop thinking

Wild Oat

Keywords: Cross-road in life, decision making, lack of clarity, drifting in life “Those who have ambitions to do something of prominence in life, who wish to have much experience, and to enjoy all that which is possible for them, to take life to the full. Their difficulty is to determine what occupation to follow; as although their ambitions are strong, they have no calling which appeals to them above all others. This may cause delay and dissatisfaction.” – Dr. Edward Bach

I can't find my path in life

I am drifting in life and lack direction

I am ambitious, but don't know what to do

Wild Rose

Keywords: Apathy, resignation, lost motivation, lack of ambition “Those who without apparently sufficient reason become resigned to all that happens, and just glide through life, take its as it is, without any effort to improve things and find some joy. They have surrendered to the struggle of life without complaint.” – Dr. Edward Bach

I am apathetic and resigned to whatever happens

I have the attitude, "It doesn't matter anyhow"

I feel no joy in life

Willow

Keywords: Self pity, resentment, short-changed, poor me, sulky, irritable, grumbling, bitterness, blame, complain “For those who have suffered adversity or misfortune and find these difficult to accept, without complaint or resentment, as they judge life much by the success which it brings. They feel that they have not deserved so great a trial that it was unjust, and they become embittered. They often take less interest and are less active in those things of life which they had previously enjoyed.” – Dr. Edward Bach

I feel resentful and bitter

I have difficulty forgiving and forgetting

I think life is unfair and have a "Poor me attitude"

Rescue Remedy

This mix was created by Dr Bach to deal with emergencies and crises – the moments when there is no time to make a proper individual selection of remedies. It can be used to help us get through any stressful situations, from last-minute exam or interview nerves, to the aftermath of an accident or bad news. Rescue Remedy helps us relax, get focused and get the needed calmness.

I have experienced a trauma

I feel very stressed out

I feel irritated and impatient

I feel un-grounded and spacey

I feel frighted and frozen

I feel I may lose self-control