What is Homeopathy?

Homeopathy is an acute science of healing the entire being; including the body, the mind, the emotions and the spirit. This healing modality goes deep into the tissues to release stored (yet unwanted) patterns of behavior that may create dysfunction in life; these dysfunctions may come in the form of disease, emotional discord, mental disturbances, and physical distress. The science of homeopathy can be broken down into two major subdivisions: constitutional homeopathy and classical homeopathy.

Classical homeopathy is generally more medical in its terminology. This science bases the selection of the remedy largely on the symptoms the person is experiencing at that moment in time. Symptoms are considered anything other than the normal experience of an individual (physically, mentally, and emotionally). When the symptoms change, the remedy might also change. The initial classical homeopathy session will be about two hours long, and will be an in-depth review of past and present physical, mental, and emotional symptoms, focusing largely on the physical. The practitioner then takes this information and then selects the remedy that would most likely fit the individual, and administer the remedy.

Constitutional homeopathy is quite different than classical homeopathy because it does not put as much weight on the current physical symptoms. Constitutional homeopathy is a science that weighs heavily on the overall “constitution” of the person; including the persons ways of living, mental processes, emotional make-up, personality, character, fears, ambitions, goals, as well as physical disposition. The current symptoms are also included in the selection of the remedy, but do not weigh as heavy as the overall “picture” that the individual gives to the homeopath. The initial constitutional homeopathy session may be about three hours in length, and will give the homeopath a very detailed look into the individual’s life and way of living. After careful review, the practitioner then administers the chosen remedy.

Each type of homeopathy serves a very similar purpose: to aid the individual throughout the healing process. Homeopathy is best used alongside other healing modalities; it is safe to assume that proper nutrition, exercise, massage, detoxification, and an overall healthy lifestyle are all part of an individual’s healing journey. Although, homeopathy is often used as the key to unlock a deeper state of healing; whereas many other healing modalities may not aid the individual through such a precise healing experience as rapidly as homeopathy. Regardless of the style of homeopathy that one chooses to receive, the homeopathic remedy will help to peel off layers of discord (similar to the peeling of an onion) to uncover a greater state of health.

Each homeopathy remedy is very different, just as each individual that seeks healing is quite different. Because of the multiple faces that each person has, the selection of the ideal remedy may be difficult. Although successful homeopaths often select the ideal remedy on the first session, some of the most qualified homeopaths may need to try two or three remedies before the ideal remedy is found. Remedies are not given on physical symptoms alone; therefore 2 people with arthritis may not receive the same remedy. Homeopathy is very individualized and works with all facets of the person, including their mental and emotional personality.

Depending on the dosage of the remedy administered, the individual may notice a difference in physical symptoms instantly or in a couple of days. Emotional and mental symptoms may take longer to peel off, and differences may not be noticed for a few days to a few weeks. Generally, for the higher doses, it takes between 3-6 weeks for a homeopathic remedy to run its course, and another appointment is needed to determine if the remedy should be administered again, or if a different remedy is needed. The lower doses may be administered daily or even a few times per day, depending on the schedule the homeopath suggests. Lower doses are usually given for physical discomfort and to individuals with a weaker disposition; higher doses are usually given to help shift mental and emotional patters, and for physical distress that is deeply embedded in the tissues.

Homeopathy is a very unique science of healing. It is so precise and individualized that it has the opportunity to bring a renewed sense of life to those who choose such a profound healing modality. Although the healing process may not always be comfortable, and since homeopathy works so deeply in the tissues to release stored disturbances, these disturbances may create discomfort when they are released. Generally, any release will not challenge the person any more than it did when the original disease set into the tissue and overall the individual will still feel better; and the release is often only uncomfortable for a few moments or days while the individual is being healed. When the release has fully occurred, the individual often feels significantly lighter, rejuvenated, refreshed, and more alive than they had been in years.