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The remedy Oak belongs to
the group of For Despondency or Despair, as classified by Bach.
The other remedies in this group are Crab Apple, Willow, Star
of Bethlehem, Sweet Chestnut, Elm, Pine, and Larch. Specifically,
Oak treats states of stoic perseverance and resolve of willpower
in the face of hardship. In the Oak state, the mind
is bent on perseverance in life's duties, even though strength
and vitality may be failing. Or there may be unceasing disappointments
or lack of rewards despite efforts made, and still the Oak person
does not give up but resolves to struggle on with great strength
of will and ever renewed hope. In the Oak state, emotions
may be held at bay, as one struggles to uphold one's duties and
loyalty. Emotions, if engaged in, are considered as disturbing
to the routine and resolve of willpower, especially if they are
related to self-pity, discouragement, selfishness, or longing
for amusement and rest. This lack of pampering of the self leads
to the typical Oak stoicism, as one rules oneself with an iron
fist. Although there is satisfaction and personal pride obtained
from self-discipline, vital emotional and physical needs are not
met, and despondency and despair may grow from such suppression,
especially if there is additional lack of progress or failure
to achieve satisfying rewards in one's work. To open the mind to new balanced options of work and recreation. To instill playfulness and lightness of will, even when working.
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