Golden Barrel cactus

(Echinocactus grusonii) Photo: Andreas Korte

This magnificent round cactus from Mexico is one of the most requested of this vegetable family. Its figure is similar to that of a round protuberance covered with stings that is why it is ironically known as "mother-in-law´s seat". Its thorns are strong and pronounced, and they suggest a hook. Its flowers appear during the spring generally opening consecutively.

This essence helps us when we are exposed to multiple external influences and disruptions, given that through its energy we will regain balance. It is particularly indicated for people occupying leadership positions and who have many external contacts.

Effect on the Body: There are various influences and disturbances that can drag us to hesitation, insecurity and nervousness. Moreover, inner restlessness can be manifested in physical problems. When these spiritual causes appear, the Golden Barrel Cactus essence can help us protect and stabilize the body on the energy level.

Mood: The essence will help us calm the swirl of emotions that floods us and re-center. We will obtain an energy protection before external influences and we will stand firmly with two feet on the floor. We will also be able to be like the rock in the shoal of the sea and occupy a leading position in our workplace or, in general, we will be the raft in the middle of the storm.

Mind: When we are exposed to innumerable disruptions daily, for example, we have a profession in which we are in contact with many people, it often turns out to be difficult to be able to keep a serene thought or, according to each situation, to be always concentrated in the same person. In these cases, Golden Barrel Cactus Essence helps us erect a protection toward the outside. Throughout this process, it will also be easier for us to evaluate if there are deeper causes which make us more prone to external influences.

Spirit: When we do not scatter our energy on the outside, we can have it in all its intensity for our spirituality. This essence helps us, whenever necessary, to be able to mark our borders with the outside and to look at the deepest levels of our being, in addition to thinking and acting from our own balance.

Affirmation: I am balanced and I stay firmly with my feet on the ground.