An Example of the Law of Similars at work:

Description of Pulsatilla Nigricans plant

Pulsatilla is a flower that grows in very high, rocky, and mountainous areas where there is little soil, much wind, and little moisture. In order to survive these austere conditions, it never totally disconnects from the mother plant.

Likewise, the individual who will benefit from this remedy is chilly, yet likes open air and open spaces. Has little thirst. Usually in this state, a child is very clinging, holding onto his/her mother fearfully. Even adults show signs of clinginess by seeking consolation or the attention of others.

   Symptoms of someone in a Pulsatilla state:

• Fear NARROW PLACES; when ALONE;

• Can be manipulative to get attention;   

• Places responsibility on others;

• Seeks CONSOLATION, clinging to others, mother;

• Chilly, yet absolutely INTOLERANT of any form of HEAT;

• CHILLINESS during PAINS;

• Better OPEN AIR;

• Craving for open air [wants windows and doors open];

• Changeable, shifting symptoms;

• NO THIRST;

• Better GENTLE MOTION. Better walking slowly.