Red Hollyhock Alcea rosea (red)
Joy, Optimism, Depression, Present, Humor, Faith, Hope Harmonious expression: Being fully present with joy in whatever one is doing. Faith and hope in life; lots of optimism. Able to be good humored about everything. Able to tackle any project with enthusiasm. The full energy that comes from aligning one’s spirit with what one is doing. Inharmonious Expression: Loss of faith and hope. Feeling unable to do something. Unhappy with what one is doing. Trouble being present and in the moment. Lack of joy. Feeling depressed and unhappy. Useful for anyone facing a daunting or unpleasant task. Use for invalids. Use towards the end of recovery and during cancer treatments. Use just for a day to adjust a mood or for a longer time period.