Elm is for those who feel overwhelmed by their workload. Usually competent and capable, they momentarily lose confidence and become despondent. Elm types make good managers and are often in positions of responsibility, concerned with the welfare of others, eg. doctors, teachers, therapists, heads of industry.

Elm is indicated when these capable people suddenly feel overwhelmed by their responsibilities and feel unable to deal with them or keep up with events; this is often brought about by taking on too much work without taking care of themselves. As a result they feel depressed and exhausted, with a temporary loss of self-esteem. Even a momentary doubt of their own abilities causes them to feel weak and debilitated.

The positive potential is restoration of one's normal capable personality, and a return to efficiency and self-assurance. Problems are seen in perspective and the person takes on only as much as he or she can cope with, taking time to look after his or her own needs.

Cerato is for people who do not trust their own judgement in decision-making. They actually know what they want and need but although they have plenty of inner wisdom and may be highly intuitive, they constantly seek advice and confirmation from others and will misguidedly follow someone else's advice rather than trust themselves. When ill, they are likely to try a succession of Favorable Effectss recommended by other people.

The positive potential of Cerato is shown in those who trust their own inner wisdom and follow it. Quietly self-assured and decisive, they are able to find and follow their true vocation.

Centaury is for people who find it hard to say no. They let themselves be imposed on and even bullied by others. They are usually timid, quiet, and rather passive, with little strength of will. Anxious to please, they give in to others out of subservience rather than willing co-operation. Although dissatisfied with this state of affairs, they will deny their own wishes or vocation rather than risk a confrontation. Anxious to 'do the right thing', they are easily influenced by what other people dictate.

Drained by others and out of touch with their own assertiveness, they tend to lack energy and tire easily.

The positive potential of Centaury is shown in people who serve willingly and unobtrusively, but without denying their own needs. They can express and defend their own opinions and mix well in company. Above all, they are in touch with what they want and can now follow their own path with determination and energy, unhampered by the opinions of others.

Red Chestnut is for those who have selfless over-concern and fear or worry for the welfare of others, expecially of family and close friends. They fear the worst for their loved ones: that a minor complaint will turn into something serious, that a child at play will fall, or a holiday plane will crash. They also are fretful and worry about other people's problems. It is often a temporary state among carers, nurses, counsellors, etc.

The positive potential of Red Chestnut is the ability to care for others with compassion but without abnormal apprehension fearfulness. Positive Red Chestnut people radiate thoughts of health and courage to those who need them and remain mentally and physically calm in emergencies. They are happy to give Enhance when asked but hold back from forcing Enhance on others.

Easy to use in the car, on a bruise, before a meeting, exam, public speech or just when you are on the run in stressful situations. One spray and you feel calm.