Petals of Truth: Bach Flower Remedies for the Feelings We Hide - Agrimony

When writing about the emotions we’re afraid to feel, it felt only natural to begin with Agrimony.

As a registered practitioner with the Bach Foundation, I’m committed to sharing and educating others about Bach Flower Remedies, following the original method developed by Dr. Edward Bach. Whenever I reflect on a remedy, I always return to what Dr. Bach himself wrote. It never ceases to amaze me how, as I deepen my practice—first on myself, then with family, friends, and now clients—each time I revisit The Twelve Healers and Other Remedies, I discover new insights. Each reading brings more light and clarity, revealing the many layers and nuances within every remedy. There’s always something new to learn. Returning to the original source is always enlightening.**

Let me guide you through Agrimony in just that spirit

Dr. Bach describes those who may benefit from this remedy as people who "hide their cares behind their humour”—those who suffer deeply, but cover their pain with a cheerful face. These people are the life-of-the-party types, the ones always ready for a laugh, seemingly carefree. But beneath the surface, they may be avoiding inner conflict, emotional discomfort, or unresolved pain. Dr. Bach even notes, “They often take alcohol or drugs in excess…” as a way to escape.

At first glance, this might sound extreme. You may think, “I’m not in denial,” or “I don’t drink or use substances,” or even, “I haven’t been to a party since college.” And with that, you might be quick to dismiss the remedy.

But there’s more

Dr. Bach also says: “The jovial, cheerful, humorous people who love peace and are distressed by argument or quarrel, to avoid which they will agree to give up much.”

• This time, the word that stands out to me is “avoid.”

Take a moment to reflect:

Are there situations, people, or emotions you avoid?

Avoidance doesn’t always look like partying or substance use. It can be overworking to stay busy and distracted. It can be sleepless nights filled with worry that we silence with sleeping pills. It can be mindlessly eating cold leftovers in the middle of the night or reaching for chocolate when life feels too heavy. We all have our ways of coping when we’re not ready—or don’t feel able—to face something.

• The words “they will agree to give up much” also stand out powerfully. 

By avoiding the reality of a situation or our own feelings—and keeping ourselves trapped in an emotional catch-22 of our own making—we’re not just giving up the possibility of true happiness; we’re settling for mere survival instead of truly living. And we know how deeply this can affect our health, both emotionally and physically. Yes, when we avoid, we’re giving up far more than we realize.

Agrimony offers exactly the support we need to change this situation. Its gentle yet powerful energy gives us the clarity and courage to face life’s difficulties. It helps us stop running from what hurts and instead begin the process of healing. The transformation that Agrimony brings is gentle yet profound—it helps us face what we’ve buried, so we can move through it, grow, and finally begin to live fully again. 

And the beauty of it?  

Like all Bach Flower Remedies, Agrimony works at your pace. It meets you exactly where you are. There’s no pressure, no trauma—just a gentle unfolding of awareness, acceptance and strength, exactly when you’re ready.

I’ve seen this transformation time and time again—in friends, clients, and in myself. With patience, consistency, and trust in the remedies, I’ve witnessed people find freedom from the weight of emotions they once feared to face.

Agrimony ( Agrimonia eupatoria) 

Would you like to try Agrimony for yourself?

You can find detailed instructions on how to use it in this previous blog post.

Or we can talk about it together. I offer a complimentary introductory online consultation, and I’d be happy to meet you. You can book it HERE

Feel free to reach out, I am looking forward to hearing from you. 

Elena Maro, BFRP*

Bach Foundation Registered Practitioner

Elena Maro is a Film Composer , a former educator of 21 years and a Bach Foundation Registered Practitioner dedicated to educating others on the use of Bach Flower Remedies, following the original teachings of Dr. Edward Bach.

*The purpose of this blog is to provide information about Bach Flower Remedies and is not intended as medical, psychological, or counseling advice.

**If you are interested in the book, you can download it for free from the Bach Center website at this link