# Coping with Grief: Bach Flower "Star of Bethlehem"

**By Paula Gallagher** · 2012-02-09

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Grief is a hard emotion and people deal with it many different ways. I recently lost an uncle to Alzheimer's. It was a long and hard road for both him and his family. In a way, this has brought peace to a horrific situation, but there is still an intense sadness in losing one you have loved.

## Bach Flower Remedy for Grief

Personally, I have turned to Bach Flower Essences for many situations. I have used their [Rescue Remedy](https://myvillagegreen.com/products/rescue-remedy-energy) for stressful situations and to help me ease tension. However, for grief I turn to their single remedy, [Star of Bethlehem](https://myvillagegreen.com/products/star-of-bethlehem).

### Applications of Bach Flower Essences

It is recommended for shock, grief, distress, for those who need consolation and comfort, for bad news, an accident, fright, a narrow escape, for delayed shock, to neutralize effects of any shock past or present, even the shock of birth.

## Flower Essences for Grief

Flower remedies are a simple and natural method of healing that work with the emotional state of a person, rather than the physical illness. They act to harmonize and balance the personality, and to counteract such things as irritation, fears and guilt, which [Dr. Bach](https://www.bachcentre.com/en/about-us/history/dr-bach/), the founder, saw as the real cause of illness and unhappiness.

I would like to clarify, however, that is not a replacement for the comfort of loved ones, or therapy if needed. What it is, is a safe remedy to help you cope with your emotions.

**Tags:** bach flower essences, Category_Health Concerns, Category_Stress Management & Lifestyle, star of bethlehem

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> Source: [Village Green Apothecary](https://myvillagegreen.com/blogs/post/coping-with-grief-bach-flower-star-of-bethlehem)