Pulsatilla

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Commentary:

  • Like the purple flower from which the remedy is made they can change direction and moods easily
  • Sentimental, emotional, sympathetic to others, cries easily
  • Can be dogmatic
  • Can be very dependent on others or a chosen person
  • THE suppression remedy- when unpleasant emotions, occurrences, hurt, etc. had to be hidden, suppressed  resulting in other problems.

Indications

(From the anthroposophic and homeopathic literature and from clinical experience):

Physical complaints:

  • Ear discharge
  • Loss of smell
  • Intolerant of fatty foods
  • Recurrent respiratory infections

Emotional complaints:

  • Timid, weepy disposition
  • For the child the mother is the sole point of reference
  • Seeks sympathy and consolation