symbol:

an ancient, mysterious scroll

keynote:

Remembrance

elements:

air + fire + water

uses:

for those who need to find their own way; for those who need help moving forward with confidence; to help us reclaim personal space in a healthy way; for overall balancing of energies; to assist in creating healthy psychological boundaries; to learn from ancestral energies about preserving healthy community; more…

flower profile and essence creation story:

The day that this essence was created was a personal day of silence, unplanned but surely welcomed. The deep receptivity that these flowers activated me with were ones that helped to further affirm that this essence is indeed the one that corresponds to Key 2 : The High Priestess. Spanish needles, when used in tincture, infusion, or other more directly medicinal form, has the capacity to treat womb and kidneys, heart and stomach. Their essence translates well as one to help us properly synthesize information through the relative portals within the body. Continuing the process of crafting the essence, I noted bees continuously coming to the bowl to kiss the flowers. It felt like they were adding of their own essence to this water. It felt clear, like they were instructing me on the potential of this flower as one capable of being internally silent while remaining diligent in their duties and simultaneously buzzing through life, as the bee who knows exactly what they are doing. My mental querying went further into investigating why this flower which appears so abundantly and everywhere, and thus seems ‘loud’ in their disposition could correspond to The High Priestess, and immediately the word “ancestors” came to my mind, so I figured this one would be one to help us become more aware of who our specific ancestors are, where they have been, yet it wasn’t until I began to work with the essence directly that it made sense why this is the case. Since beginning the work with Ancestral Apparitions, many of my ancestors, some distant and some close, some from the North American continent and others not, have revealed themselves. The ways through which they have is where the magick lies as this is an essence that really imparts a recognition of instant intuition and insight when it arises. The way things are revealed with this essence is very subtle and silent, so it invites us into a level of presence that is easily missed in the havoc and rush rush motion of the current society. Continuing the work with this essence, we find that they help to enhance the vividness of dream recollection — that is another of their instant effects; it was something experienced the same first night it was used. Spanish needles flower essence is also ideal for strengthening our aura and etheric bodies so that we encounter less of the energies that would be imposing on our boundaries. This flower essence provides a shielding effect for the mind, while also healing and facilitating the shedding of old mental ideas and obsolete plans. Ideal for clearing space before entering into more creative zones so that there is order and cohesion with the incoming flow. The frequencies of 2 and 5, resonating strongly with this essence, are one of priest and a wise being who can communicate truth with clarity, so Ancestral Apparitions is one for teachers and healers alike. Furthermore, this one has a simultaneous grounding and uplifting energy, reminding us of how present spirit is in our lives. Something else that stands out about the effects of this essence is that it makes us confront the intuitive feelings we have been ignoring and reminds us of why we cannot continue to do so. An essence which helps to balance the water, fire, and earth energies within our bodies, Ancestral Apparitions is essential for the visionaries and conduits of truth. This is one of The 22 Flowers of Life, and it connects to Key 2: The High Priestess.

A note about using flower essences:

flower essences are not oils. They are vibrational healing remedies which affect and change energetic conditions and, like some oils and other medicines, can be used internally, on acupuncture/acupressure points and chakras, sprayed in the energy field, dripped in your water, and even used for personal and professional massaging. It is best to use an essence or combination and/or group of essences for 30-33 days to permanently shift patterns and create new habits, healthier lifeways.

ingredients:

romerillo (spanish needles) flowers, spring water, rum

invitations for use:

Take 4-8 drops as needed, up to 4 times a day. Shake well before use. Store in a cool, dark place. Shelf life varies, usually lasts up to one year.

• Safe for all, ages 2+

• All flowers are sustainably picked by Gold Water Alchemy.

• REQUIRED DISCLAIMER: This product is for bringing balance; it is not intended to diagnose or cure disease. If you require medical treatment, please seek a qualified medical professional. These statements have not been approved by the FDA.