Gentian

Positive outcome - self-realisation, self-assurance, confidence and perseverance

Negative state - doubt, lack of confidence, low self-esteem

Gentian: For those who are easily discouraged. They may be progressing well in illness or in the affairs of their daily life, but any small delay or hindrance to progress causes doubt and soon disheartens them.

Negative aspects of personality:
Doubt, pessimism, easily discouraged. Negative attitude. Uncertainty and lack of faith causes depression. Sceptical. Depression caused by temporary setback in progress. Almost enjoy being melancholy. Afraid of rejection. Uncertainty in giving to others in relationships.

Behavioural symptoms:
Glum face - looks gloomy and sad. Large stature. Folded arms or clasped hands. Shoulders raised and rounded.

Characteristic expressions:
""I've let the side down"
"I give up"
For children who greet with open arms and are rejected.

Positive Outcome:
Self-realisation. Gives confidence and conviction, perseverance and optimism. Remedy gives 'heart', the realisation that as long as you do your best, there is no failure. No obstacle is too great to be overcome.