Ignatia

IGNATIA – the acute grief and emotional shock remedy.

Overview

Ignatia is the leading remedy for acute grief, heartbreak, emotional shock, loss, disappointment and sudden sadness. It is especially helpful when emotions swing rapidly – from crying to laughter – and the person feels unable to cope. Sighing, a lump in the throat, mood swings and suppressed emotions are classic Ignatia features.

When to Think of This Remedy

• Acute grief, heartbreak or emotional shock
• Disappointment, homesickness or sudden sadness
• Frequent sighing or sensation of a lump in the throat
• Alternating moods: crying, then laughing
• Emotional overwhelm that feels “too much”
• Headaches after emotional stress
• Suppressed tears or trying to “hold it together”

Mental & Emotional Picture

• Highly sensitive and easily hurt
• Wants to be alone with emotions
• Sudden outbursts or emotional swings
• Sighing frequently to “release pressure”
• Feels better after crying, but tries to suppress it

Physical Indicators

• Globus sensation – “lump in throat”
• Sighing, yawning or holding breath suddenly
• Headaches from grief or emotional pain
• Spasmodic cough or sobbing that feels stuck
• Neck or upper back tension from holding emotions

Modalities

Better: Distraction, gentle pressure, warm drinks, being alone
Worse: Emotional shock, grief, reprimands, contradiction, strong odours

Perfect For

• Recent heartbreak or relationship stress
• Loss, grief or bereavement
• Emotional processing after shock or trauma
• Mood swings from overwhelm
• Teens and adults who internalise emotions

Educational use only. Not medical advice. Please consult a homeopath or medical professional for chronic, severe or uncertain conditions.