These days, leaving home is an exercise in mental fortitude with trying to remember your mask, packing enough hand sanitizer, and taking a host of other precautions. Our daily routines have been upended, leaving us on high alert. As each day brings a new set of challenges — like hybrid learning or work closures — it’s easy for our confidence and self-esteem to take a hit.
If these feelings begin to hold you back, health professionals like Heidi Weinhold, ND, recommend turning to Gelsemium sempervirens. “I think of this remedy whenever I need help facing my fears,” she says.
Dr. Weinhold recommends Gelsemium sempervirens 30C for anyone experiencing nervousness from anticipatory or situational stress. “For college students, that could mean test anxiety before an exam. Some of us are having fears of getting back on a plane or flying, or even going to the grocery store and shopping.”
Gelsemium has a long history as a stress reducer. According to Dr. Weinhold, this remedy was found in military first aid kits of the 1800s, where it was used to help give soldiers courage before walking onto the battlefield. Now Gelsemium, too, can help you face your battles and provide you with the strength to persevere through tough times, she says.
Click here to watch this video featuring Dr. Weinhold explaining the uses and benefits of Gelsemium sempervirens.
