Why Our Daily Bread is Killing Us

Our daily bread is not very good for us.
That’s certainly true for the standard loaf you buy in the stores, and now researchers know why. Most bread is made with wheat flour and bran, and this causes insulin resistance which, in turn, can lead to high blood sugar (glycaemia), high blood pressure and cause bad blood fats. These are conditions that are precursors of type II diabetes and heart disease, researchers from Sweden’s Lund University have discovered.
The only bread that actually helps us become healthier is wholegrain bread that is baked with white rye flour, which comes from the inner, white part of the rye kernel.
This bread helps improves levels of insulin and blood sugar levels. And to make your diet better yet, add porridge to the mix.
Blood sugar levels can also be assisted with Peach Flowered Tea Tree, a flower taught in the Level 1 Australian Bush Flower Essences Workshop.
(Source: Lund University; Expertanswer via Alphagalileo: http://www.alphagalileo.org/ViewItem.aspx?ItemId=68219&CultureCode=en)

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CREATING ABUNDANCE

With so much talk about the economy, now is a good time to talk about how flower essences can be used to help you avoid being caught up in the anxiety being felt in mass consciousness in this regard. There are always individuals who thrive even in times of the worst adversity and there is no reason why you can’t be one of them. A lot of it comes down to attitude.

In the Level 2 workshop for Australian Bush Flower Essences, one of the themes is creating abundance – not so you can go off and indulge in greed, avarice and conspicuous consumption, but more so that you can create an environment in your life where your basic necessities are easily met (the definition of ‘basic necessities’ varies with everyone). With these met, you can then focus on following your true life path and purpose rather than being locked into a situation that you “have” to continue with in order to survive. I like to imagine what the world would look like if everyone had an opportunity to earn their income doing what they loved to do and were good at. It would be much happier I suspect.

Part of this process is being clear about what your goals are, writing them down and regularly reviewing them. Another useful exercise is to consciously become aware of what it is you most love to do.

However many people still come unstuck financially purely through subconscious patterns that ultimately undermine and sabotage all attempts to create long term financial security.

Probably the biggest of these is the attitudes towards money you absorbed as a child from your family. ‘Money is the root of all evil”, “You have to work hard for your money”, “Money burns a hole in your pocket”, “Money doesn’t grow on trees”, are just a few examples. The Australian Bush Flower Essence Boab is useful for releasing negative family attitudes and patterns, including around money.

Worthiness is another good issue to consider. If you feel, deep down, you don’t deserve it, no matter what good things you create in your life, or what opportunities come your way, you will eventually find a way to mess it all up. Five Corners is used to help release these sabotage patterns, raise your self esteem, and improve your sense of worthiness.

An ‘attitude of gratitude’ is also important. We have all seen people who have oodles of material things and other blessings who don’t appreciate them at all. For all their riches they still aren’t happy, so in reality they are actually poor. Poor is a state of mind. Other people focus so much on what they haven’t got, that they fail to see what they do have. The saying ‘you never appreciate what you’ve got until it’s gone’ is food for thought in both these instances. Just ask anyone who has lost their health or a loved one. Pink Flannel Flower is a Bush Essence which helps you to move into a state of gratitude, and to appreciate the beauty in small moments. Most people living in Western societies are blessed beyond belief in comparison to the rest of the world. This is so even taking the global economic crisis into consideration.

A very simple but effective way of shifting your focus from one of lack, to one of abundance, is to keep a ‘Gratitude Diary’. Every evening before bed, write down five things that you are grateful for. It’s free, it’s easy, its fast, and it’s powerful.

Philotheca is another Bush Essence for opening you up to abundance. It is used to help you become more open to receive. If we divided the wealth of the world evenly amongst every man woman and child, everyone would have over $US 1 million. So it is not a lack of money that is the problem (even right now). If you feel uncomfortable receiving, it will be difficult for you to draw abundance to you. Ask yourself: how comfortable are you with receiving compliments? If you can’t even take in a compliment, how are you going to feel about accepting your one million dollars?

This, along with the other subconscious patterns mentioned above, and lack of financial education, is why over 90% of people who win the lottery have lost the lot within two years. So it is worthwhile having a think about whether your attitudes around money could do with an overhaul.

Australian Bush Flower Essences can assist the whole process by shifting your vibrational pattern, attitudes, and emotions around money. Try their combination “Abundessence”, which contains all the flowers discussed here, plus more. There have been some quite astounding testimonials sent in from people describing the events that unfolded after taking this essence.

And remember that abundance isn’t just about money. It includes job satisfaction, happiness within your relationship, friendships and family, spiritual fulfilment, health, and outlook upon life, just to mention a few.

If you would like to learn more about the healing qualities of Australian Bush Flower Essences, click here to see when Linn is teaching a workshop near you in the USA or Australia.

Or click here for the full workshop schedule of Australian Bush Flower Essences in Australia, the UK, North and South America, Asia and Europe.

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Level 1 Workshop – Australian Bush Flower Essences

The Australian Bush Flower Essences Level 1 Workshop runs over two days, and you do not need to have ever used an Essence or attended any other ABFE workshop to attend.

Level 1 has been running for 20 years and has been taught right across the globe. It is a wonderful introduction to the Australian Bush Flower Essences, with an in depth study of over two dozen flowers.

Themes include how the Essences can assist with:

  • Digestion
  • Mother – Father – Child Bonding and Family Patterns
  • Birth, Death, and Dying
  • Learning
  • Self Esteem and Confidence
  • Guilt and Shame
  • Energetic Protection
  • Electromagnetic Radiation EMR

Don’t miss this opportunity to:

• Become competent and confident in using the Bush Essences

• Learn the History and philosophy of Flower Essences

• Gain new insights into nature, the plant kingdom and yourself

• Understand how emotional patterns affect your health

• Learn how to powerfully, yet gently change these patterns and improve the quality of your life

• Receive the most up to date in depth information on the research and development of Flower Essences

• Discover new tools to meet and resolve life’s challenges and crises, learning difficulties and family issues

• Discover how to enhance self-esteem and self-confidence

• Enjoy a stunning visual presentation of the flowers used to make the Essences as well as the diverse regions of Australia in which they grow

• Actively participate in a bush walk, flower meditation and outdoor intuitive art process

• Learn the ancient metaphysical teachings of the four elemental personality types and their corresponding Essences

• Understand the Endocrine (hormonal) system and its correlation to the Bush Essences

• Learn how to make a Flower Essence as well as choose the correct Australian Bush Flower Essences

• Master how to identify and clear negative subconscious sabotage programs

You too can discover the healing qualities of the Australian Bush!

For Linn’s workshop schedule, click here.

For the full Australian Bush Flower essences schedule throughout Australia, North and South America, Asia, Europe and the UK, click here.

What people are saying about this Workshop

It is such a hidden gem. To think this amazing knowledge is available and accessible to everyone is inspiring. I can’t believe how simple and powerful the process of flower essences is. Katie, Brisbane.

Has opened my mind, changed the direction of my life and for the first time I am looking forward to my life. Cathy, Qld, Australia

This has been a most wonderful, life changing experience that will never be forgotten. Cynthia Hartford, WI, USA

I have always said to myself and others that there is a cure out there in nature and this course has proven that to me. Thank you. Sonia, Queensland Australia

Beyond excellent – inspiring! Very moving. Linn’s passion and knowledge is expressed and manifested throughout this workshop, which has facilitated me to pursue more in flower essences. A magical journey where your body, mind and spirit says “yes”. Catharine, Chicago, USA.

Reconnects you with the source and mother nature and the Earth and thus yourself. Everyone the world over should do this. John Vasta, Noosa, Australia

I loved every minute of it! All relevant, beautiful, deep and Light – Isabela, Counsellor, NSW, Australia

Linn is a very enthusiastic and well learned ambassador of the Bush Flower Essences. She makes it easy to learn concepts presented throughout the 2 days. Andrea, Singapore

Linn is lovely. I really enjoyed her teaching style – she is hugely knowledgeable. The workshop was my first step into the world of Australian Bush Flower Essences and my first time taking any. They are amazing and Linn was a fantastic lecturer.  Basha, San Francisco. CA. USA.

I appreciated becoming more intimate with the individual essences. They were ‘brought to life more’ by Linn rather than just reading about them. Linda McD, Brisbane, Qld, Australia

Well worth attending. Brought new light and understanding to the essences. The pictures were very helpful to see flowers in situ. Also great to get a wider context. K O’L Auckland New Zealand

I found this workshop enlivening. It awakened a connection in me that felt like ‘coming home’. Thank you. Cindy, Qld, Australia

It has been a wonderful experience. Very insightful into a world of healing I had no idea about. It has left me wanting to learn more and share this wonderful world with others. Thank you. Zoe, Qld, Australia.

The more I learn about the Essences, the more I want to use them – Helen – Queensland Australia

Useful, inspiring and I can’t wait for the next one – Emma, Queensland Australia

I feel a new pathway has been opened up for me to pursue – Margaret, Queensland Australia

I came interested in learning about the essences and how they help but also got a huge appreciation for the actual flowers and plants now – Matt, Queensland Australia

Well informed, experienced and easy going, Linn established a comfortable learning experience. The pacing and rhythm allowed me to take in the enormous amount of information provided. Ann W, Seattle, WA, USA

Powerful knowledge – I can’t believe I just found out about it. Fran, Brisbane, Qld, Australia

Greatly increased my knowledge of the Bush Flower Essences. Karen, Maroochy River, Qld, Australia

Linn was inspiring, passionate, engaging and full of interesting information. She exceeded my expectations – a practical and passionate teacher. I enjoyed the whole experience immensely – the information about the flowers and their wisdom was inspiring. I look forward to Level 2. HS Auckland New Zealand

I have read a lot about the bush flower essences but hearing Linn speak with such passion and knowledge about them was inspiring and triggered a lot of thinking. SB Wellington New Zealand

I appreciated Linn’s extensive medical and herbalist knowledge and particularly her ability to put those concepts into laymen’s terms and show the relevance of the bush flowers essences to the healing of those problems. Julie, Brisbane

Awesome , learned a lot, have a better understanding about how useful and beneficial the flower essences are to our everyday lives. Sandra, Wisconsin, USA.

Very informative and I was able to feel relaxed while learning oodles of information. Linn is a very gifted teacher with inspirational teaching qualities. Enjoyable and life changing. Joyce Algoma. USA

Linn’s mastery of the subject matter makes for a very smooth flow and seamless presentation. Rosemary. Santa Barbara, CA, USA.

A gentle, non threatening gathering that helped me assimilate the information. Great to be able to learn more about how flower essences work. CG Auckland New Zealand

Linn is a brilliant teacher. She held my attention all the way. Glenys, Labrador, Qld, Australia.

Really valuable information delivered in a  concise way. Easy to understand, very comprehensive and taught in an interesting way with real life stories and statistics. RL,  New Zealand

Linn is a lovely, passionate, informative, warm, energetic teacher. The best workshop I have done yet – perfectly balanced, light, enjoyable, informative and exciting. RS Auckland New Zealand

Very motivating – with more understanding. A truly exceptional insight to the Australian Bush Flowers and myself – Sharon, Qld

Fabulous, informative and experiential introduction to the “bushies”. Looking forward to going home and integrating them in my practice – Nerissa, Queensland Australia

Presents in an easy to understand format. Linn is always good to listen to. Covers everything systematically and well – Conny, Queensland Australia

Linn is very engaging and interactive – her dedication and joy comes through and her knowledge with experience of the Essences – Rhonda, Queensland Australia

After having already done the Astrology and Colleges courses, this just seemed to round things off for me. Great to go into more depth on each flower. Wendy, Queensland Australia

Gentle, inspiring and an opening to the realization of how perfect nature is and that we are all exactly where we are meant to be in the right space and time – Michelle, Queensland Australia

Linn is an amazingly inspiring and informative presenter – an endless source of knowledge and wisdom. Thank you! A whole new chapter has opened. Zoe, Natural Therapist, Qld Australia.

Linn did a fabulous job going through Level 1 information. Thorough, thoughtful, professional, supportive stories and examples, answered all questions and was overall inspiring to the natural health profession. Karen WI, USA.

Linn was fantastic and so well informed – a great combination of knowledge of the essences and also life in her own practice. Life changing. – Lyndal, Queensland Australia

Thorough, paces workshop and information well, allowing for note taking; approachable. – Cathy, Health Food Shop Owner, Qld Australia

Very warm, easy going, engaging manner of presentation. Felt very welcome and thoroughly enjoyed it. – Julia,  Queensland, Australia

Just wonderful, I have learnt so much and been challenged on so many levels. Linn is easy to follow, encouraging, gentle and so knowledgeable. – Tina, Queensland, Australia

The presentation was great – a good balance of knowledge, experience and case histories. Linn is inspiring and passionate about her work. – Clare B, Vancouver, Canada.

The workshop with Linn was enlightening, loving, sensitive, insightful, generous, kind and light hearted. Linn presented these invaluable teachings in an organized and perfectly paced course, delivering amazing value. Thank you!! – Visanti, Yoga Teacher, CA, USA.

Linn is phenomenal – her knowledge, sensitivity, intuition and loving presence made Level 1 and experience I will never forget. – Brenda, Wisconsin, USA

Linn led us on an inspiring journey of the flowers with a light heart and a deep passion. Her enthusiasm is infectious and is underscored by an intimate and wise understanding of the essences. Jewelli, NSW, Australia

Allows for a greater awareness into nature’s true energy and how we can make use of it. Linn is straight to the point; she allows for group comments but then moves on. Good interaction breaks keep you interested and alert. Carrie, Qld, Australia.

Very succinct. Great presentation and easy to follow. Nice and orderly. A truly wonderful experience. Emma, Qld, Australia.

This workshop opened doors to other worlds and allowed me to receive a deeper understanding of the power beyond. Bridget O’B. Qld, Australia.

Amazing information, Can’t wait to use them in my practice. Diane, Gold Coast, Qld, Australia

Fantastic – worth doing. Lauren, Qld. Australia

I would recommend this course to anyone who is serious about being proactive in their own health care. Cheryl, Qld, Australia

Thorough, informative, eye opening and inspiring. Janine, Caloundra, Qld Australia.

Very thorough and enlightening. Linn’s passion for essences is evident and inspiring. Amanda, Cooran, Qld, Australia

Linn is friendly, interactive and informative. Jay, Coolum Beach, Qld, Australia

Very professionally organized. Linn really knows her information, is free with her knowledge and obviously loves what she does. Carolyn, Nambour, Qld, Australia

Linn is a very good presenter – she explains things in easy to understand terms. Kacey, Maroochydore, Qld, Australia.

Why didn’t I do this sooner? Tracey. Buderim, Qld, Australia

Linn is very knowledgable and presents in a lovely, professional and engaging manner. The workshop itself is personally confronting, informative and an opportunity for immense spiritual growth. Colleen, Hervey Bay, Qld, Australia

Linn is very approachable, speaks clearly and gives great explanations of remedies. She is a delight to listen to and discuss information with. Thank you! Ann, Murwillumbah, NSW, Australia.

A very moving, emotional and loving experience. Fiona. Melbourne, Vic, Australia.

Linn has an amazing knowledge of the individual flowers and is what I found most useful in the workshop; her experience really showed. Kylie, NSW, Australia.

I found this workshop fascinating, exciting, amazing and can’t wait to share the essences with others. Thank you. Jo, Uki, NSW, Australia.

Very balanced, professional, excellent presentation. Susan. USA

Very articulate, informative. Made everything interesting and exciting. Joan  WI. USA

I appreciated Linn’s knowledge and wisdom and willingness to share this. Diane WI. USA.

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Releasing Anger with Mountain Devil

Mountain Devil is very beautiful red flower growing in the Sydney Sandstone region of Australia. As a flower essence, its healing qualities include the release of the emotions of anger, frustration, rage, hatred and jealousy.

    For adults whose predominant emotional response to a situation is anger, and children who react to being thwarted with a temper tantrum, Mountain Devil is very calming. It is effective whether this is a personality tendency, or due to circumstances.

    Anger is one of the early stages of grief, and Mountain Devil can be taken as a flower essence to help you move through to the next stage.

    Many men can react to situations with anger and aggression, not only due to the influence of testosterone, but also if social conditioning from an early age taught them that expressing sadness, disappointment, vulnerability and other tender emotions is ‘unmanly’ and unacceptable.

    I also often give Mountain Devil to people born under the sun sign Aries, who are much more likely to express overt anger than any other sun sign.

    Justifiable anger is a positive force – there are some things it is quite right to feel angry or outraged about, and the force of this emotion provides the energy to effect positive change.

    However if anger is a constant emotional state, it can be an indication of deep seated stress or unhappiness, and can cause physical problems in the long term, most particularly with the liver and heart. Using Mountain Devil as an aid to releasing anger, frustration and hatred in these circumstances is a good long term preventative health strategy

    Mountain Devil is a very useful flower essence taken alone, or in conjunction with anger management strategies.

    Mountain Devil is one of the flowers explored during the Level
    2 Australian Bush Flower Essences workshop, which is taught worldwide.
    Releasing anger is one of the major themes of this workshop.

    Click here to find when I will be teaching this workshop next.

    If this does not happen to be nearby to you, click here for the global schedule, with another certified teacher.

    Feel free to leave a comment below with your experiences taking Mountain Devil, or with any questions you may have about this flower essence.

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    Releasing Grief with Red Suva Frangipani

    Red Suva Frangipani is one of my favourite flower essences. It is excellent in quietening the intense emotions felt during times of loss, including bereavement, separation and divorce.

    I have given it to many people, from toddlers to the very elderly, all of whom have loved its soft nurturing qualities.

    As a Mum whose work often takes me away from my own child, it is always part of the blend (along  with Bottlebrush) that I give to my daughter to make these separations easier for her.

    In my clinic I often give it to any child suffering from separation anxiety, especially those who need to be in daycare from a very young age due to their parent’s work commitments.

    Red Suva Frangipani is one of the flowers explored during the Level 2 Australian Bush Flower Essences workshop, which is taught worldwide. Releasing sadness is one of the major themes of this workshop.

    Click here to find when I will be teaching this workshop next.

    If this does not happen to be nearby to you, click here for the global schedule, with another certified teacher.

    Feel free to leave a comment below with your experiences taking Red Suva Frangipani, or with any questions you may have about this flower essence.

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