Flower Essences are like homeopathic remedies for the emotions, mind and spirit. They are a gift from nature bearing the energetic imprint of each plant. Although they do not work directly with illness and pain on a physical level, by helping you with the energetic level they can stimulate your inner healer - helping you to complete wellness. The Ashwhin Remedies use unique blends of flower essences as effective tools for healing and balance.

They are gentle enough to be used by young children and babies, and they are very effective for animals as well. Find the right remedy for you, your friend, child or pet on our Simple Selection Guide page.
Ancient Alba Range
The Ancient Alba range developed from my own personal journey away from the frantic pace of our society and toward natural rhythms. We can all learn to balance modern life and our own needs by remembering that we are children of Gaia. By accepting that we are deeply effected by the seasons, and the flow and rhythms of our beautiful world, we can reach our own potential, identify our spiritual path and regain inner peace.
By re-learning our ancient wisdom of flow and change as inspired by the seasonal changes in the northern hemisphere, I have gained immeasurably. I have used much of the lore passed down in the Celtic and Scottish traditions to give us a window into our past, and with it comes a magical doorway into our future. In the creation of the essences I was informed by plant lore, but my primary interaction and motivation has been working with the plants themselves.
As individuals we all need different things at different times in our lives. However, as humans there are issues and challenges that we have in common. Thus the tools that we use can be shared. These flower remedies are tools that I have found invaluable, and so have many of my friends and clients. And though these essences are associated with specific times of the year, each one can be used at any time, depending on your need. Learn more by reading the individual pages (links below), help on the Simple Selection Guide, or ask your question here - there is no charge for advice. You are very welcome to email me with your details, and I can offer suggestions.
Dynamic Balance Range
The Dynamic Balance Range was created, because I see life as constantly changing and challenging. Whilst this is wonderful, because it invites us to learn and grow all the time, it can be jolly hard work to keep your balance and perspective. The issues that Dynamic Balance was created to address are very her and now - they are based on true experiences of my clients, and friends. they are perfect when you need a little gentle support.
As I continue to follow my own path, I am learning to listen more carefully and to respect just how very much we do not know. And, how much we have forgotten, for our modern society has lost so much knowledge that our ancestors learned as toddlers.
Few of us take the time, or even realise that we could take the time, to forge a new link to our natural world. Yet there are so many ways we can gain as individuals, and as a species. Every living thing gives out a unique energy, and a simple walk in the park or the woods can renew us.
Flower essences are just one way to utilise the abundance of our world. And, it is a gentle and loving way, especially when the guidelines fro good professional practice are followed.
I have gained from the use of flower essences for many years, and now find working with my own utterly magical and immensely helpful. hope you will too.

One little word of wisdom is to remember to learn from what you have discovered about your parents. They can grow and change too. It seems that it was your expectations of them and their behaviour that got stuck in the past. So the moral of this story is to challenge yourself fairly regularly - make sure that you aren't closing doors that should be wide open, or assuming negative responses where they don't exist.
- DSA

I am my own hero - I am everything to me.
-DSA


I am an indomitable spirit, fluid, adaptable, and growing all the time.
-DSA

I love my fear. It is the beacon that says, “Here must I go.”
-DSA

It is helpful to remember that fear and anger are the two sides of a coin - it is fear that creates anger - and anger can be made into a force for good and positive change when directed appropriately - and (as you know too well) it can be a force for destruction when funnelled inside, or used as a weapon.

All in all. I think that this is the place where you need to be now. Continuing to work through your fear and anger. I KNOW that it is neither comfortable, nor where you want to be. But, I can tell you for sure that when you learn to let fear be your beacon and anger be your light sword, that life is transformed. You make it happen, and that me love IS the point.
DSA

If you are not sure where you should go, try imagining the circumstances that would allow you to stay where you are and flourish. Really give this some time and imagination - then you will at least be absolutely clear of needing to go (or not), and all of the same criterion that would keep you sane, content and sustain your growth can be applied to where to go next...
-DSA

To learn about me and my wonderful business Ashwhin Balanced Living Centre and Personal Retreat, please visit the website ashwhin.com

 

If you'd like to meet the artist me, then visit that website derbysart.co.uk - but please wait unyil after 14th February 2008

There are loads of ways to contact me:-

 

Ashwhin Balanced Living Centre and Personal Retreat -

Website http://www.ashwhin.com

Email derby@ashwhin.com

 

Derby Stewart-Amsden , Artist -

Website derbysart.co.uk (after 14th Feb 2008)

Email info@derbysart.co.uk (after 14th Feb 2008)

 

Or in the real world:-

Derby Stewart-Amden

Dunstaffnage Mains Farm

Dunbeg by Oban

Argyll, Scotland PA37 1PZ