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Note: the following is an excerpt from materials for Donna’s teleseminars on writing for metaphysical markets and websites. Her next course, “Blogs R Us,” begins June 16, and her teleseminar, “Astrological Clues to Writing Success,” is on May 3rd. Read about them at http://skywriter.wordpress.com .

Flower essences, also known as remedies, are an excellent catalyst for writing and other forms of creativity, especially when you’re feeling stuck.  A number of essences have well-deserved reputations as enhancers of creativity,  especially when you’re stuck in a rut.

In particular, Iris is recommended by the various makers who provide it, such as FES. I have taken Iris essence often and also give it to artists, writers, and musicians who are blocked. It’s my signature flower, and there is a stained glass iris in the window of the room where I write. Just looking at the exhuberent , bearded blossoms above evokes a kind of dreaminess.

HELPFUL ESSENCES:

BLACKBERRY AND MADIA: The two together help in focus and concentration.
BUTTERCUP: This remedy is particularly helpful to those whose creativity is blocked by self-doubt or undervaluing their abilities. If you think you lack talent, take Buttercup for a while.
CALENDULA: a remedy for knowing the power of one’s words, has often been effective with writers.
GENTIAN: When a block follows a bad review or other setback, it helps put the disappointment or sense of failure behind you.
HORNBEAM:  Relieves mental fatigue when working on a long project.
IRIS: Iris is excellent for creativity and is most helpful in overcoming blocks and a feeling of limitation.
INDIAN PAINTBRUSH: awakens the vitality of the creative impulse and develops vigorous forces of will in those who have difficulty supporting the intensity of creative work.
PEPPERMINT: lends mental clarity and eases stagnation.
TRUMPET VINE: may be useful when writing about a cause or strong viewpoint; lends articulateness and dynamism to verbal communication.
SHASTA DAISY: synthesizing ideas drawn from a number of sources or theories.
SUNFLOWER: develops a healthy, balanced self-esteem; supports self-expression.
TANSY: supports a decisive, goal-oriented approach, eases procrastination.

Besides Iris, I also particularly  recommend Buttercup and Sunflower to strengthen self-confidence. I’ve given Gentian often to writers, musicians, actors, and artists—the type who want to give up after getting a rejection notice or bad review.  Hey, rejection notices are almost inevitable for writers, and we need to develop a tough skin about it!  If you’ve been blocked about writing because somebody didn’t like your work, I’d recommend you try Gentian.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Donna Cunningham has co-created Vibration Magazine and blog with Deborah Bier since its inception 11 years ago.  She has been writing astrology and essence books, articles, and columns since the 1970s and now leads teleseminars to help other metaphysical practitioners to share and promote their work.  Her next course, “Blogs R Us,” begins June 16, and her teleseminar, “Astrological Clues to Writing Success,” is on May 3rd. You can see Donna’s e-book, Flower Remedies—How Plants’ Energies Can Heal Us at http://www.moonmavenpublications.com/mysteries.html.   Donna’s blog Skywriter has articles about astrology, essences, and writing.   Visit it at http://skywriter.wordpress.com .