There are many pure essential oils whose natural chemistry
makes them excellent candidates for serving us as natural
tranquilizers. Essential oils work through the nose-brain
connection, changing brain chemistry which goes out as
messengers to receptor sites on cells throughout our body.
Essential oils are lipid soluble so they also work through our
skin into the blood steam. These are some of the reasons why
essential oils can be natural tranquilizers for us...calming
the mind and emotions...and relaxing the tissue of the body.
When using "aromatic medicine" for an increased sense of
well being, it is paramount to notice how you FEEL when you
are smelling an essential oil or combination of them. You
don't want to use ones that bring up unpleasant thoughts and
feelings. Essential oils demand that we honor the
individuality in each of us, because the sense of smell is so
personal. This is one reason why they are so healing.
Choose oils with aromas that really create soothing
thoughts and feelings. It is also important that you use
therapeutic-grade essential oils.
Some of the top ones are Lavender, Orange, Chamomile,
Vetiver and Valerian. They make up our formula called
"Natural Tranquilizer". This formula of essential oils,
in a base of 100% Organic Golden Jojoba, makes it easy to use
right from the bottle.
There are several ways to use the formula to receive its
benefits. It can be used for massage, in the bath and after
the shower. A quick application to the nose, temples and back
of neck can be done anytime and as often as you like.
If this combination does not appeal to you, choose a single
oil or two. Lavender, Orange, Geranium, Rose, Sandalwood and
Ylang Ylang are some good single choices. Having a little 4
ml bottle of a pure oil in your pocket to use as an inhaler
(5-7 deep breaths when feeling anxiety coming on) can become
your best friend. Also put some on a cotton ball and tuck
it close to your heart and lungs.
Misting is another easy aromatic delight to help with
anxiety. This is personal again, so any of our four mists can
be right for you.
Essential oils are timeless and cross-cultural. One of
their best qualities is their natural ability to soothe our
emotional state. Find "your aroma" and your life will change.
As you change in life, "your aroma" will change too. This
is part of the inherent beauty of all things true. Be
gentle with yourself ... life is precious.
Our July Special is the Natural Tranquilizer. See "This
Month's Spotlight".
