Therapeutic ways to Relax and Unwind

In a world where hustle and bustle is normal andMemory and Concentration
expected, it is no wonder you often find yourselfBasil, Black Pepper, Cypress, Hyssop, Lemon,
stressed, worried and sicklier than normal. MorePeppermint, Rosemary
importantly, you sort of just forget about yourself.Panic and Panic Attacks
Now, that might be okay if forgetting about "you,"Frankincense, Helichrysum, Lavender, Neroli, Rose
did not involve every other aspect of your life, asSensuality:
well as your loved ones in your life.Rose, patchouli, the fresh scent of orange, the fresh
Think about it, how often do you find yourself "onscent of vanilla and Jasmine
edge," moody, unhappy, stressed and teetering onStress
the brink of breakdown?Benzoin (Benzoic), Bergamot, Clary Sage,
Again, this is normal in today's society, but it shouldFrankincense, Geranium, Grapefruit, Jasmine,
not be and "you: surely do not have to allow it either.Lavender, Mandarin, Neroli, Patchouli, Roman
Remember, when you make yourself happy,Chamomile, Rose, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Ylang Ylang
everyone else around you is happy also.Now, what about the remedies?
First, read and study the chart below. It is a list of1) A bath: Use essential oils in the bath by adding
ailments and therapeutic fragrance oils / essential oilsthree to eight drops to the tub, depending on the oil.
that will aid in the reduction of stress, worries,Add it just before you get in and soak for at least
sickness and just everyday mishaps.10 minutes.
Anger2) Candles: Candles can be a great to enhance the
Bergamot, Jasmine, Neroli, Orange, Patchouli, Petitromance in your life. In the evenings, take about five
grain, Roman Chamomile, Rose, Vetiver, Ylang Ylangor so candles and place them in safe places around
Anxietyyour bedroom. Turn off the lights and add some soft
Bergamot, Cedar wood, Clary Sage, Frankincense,and light sounds of music. Try mixings scents like
Geranium, Lavender, Mandarin, Neroli, Patchouli,vanilla and rose. You may try the same thing in your
Roman Chamomile, Rose, Sandalwood, Vetiverrestroom for a nice, sensual and romantic bath with
Confidenceyour loved one.
Bay Laurel, Bergamot, Cypress, Grapefruit, Jasmine,3) Inhalants:a) Diffuse: Use either an electric or a tea
Orange, Rosemarylight simmering pot to diffuse the essential oil into the
Depressionair.b) To treat congestion (try eucalyptus) or stress
Bergamot, Clary Sage, Frankincense, Geranium,(try peppermint or sandalwood). Put four drops in a
Grapefruit, Helichrysum, Jasmine, Lavender, Lemon,bowl of hot, almost boiling water. Drape a towel over
Mandarin, Neroli, Orange, Roman Chamomile, Rose,your head to make a tent and breathe in the steam
Sandalwood, Ylang Ylangfor a few minutes.
Fatigue, Exhaustion and Burnout4) Feet soak: You may either use your tub or an
Basil, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Clary Sage, Cypress,electric foot soaker found in any store. You need
Frankincense, Ginger, Grapefruit, Helichrysum,only add five to seven drops of oil per each quart of
Jasmine, Lemon, Patchouli, Peppermint, Rosemary,warm water used; soak for about 10 minutes. You
Sandalwood, Vetivermight try scents such a mint and lemon or tea tree.
Fear5) Put a drop of oil on a hot light bulb. Do not use oil
Bergamot, Cedar wood, Clary Sage, Frankincense,drops on halogen light bulbs.
Grapefruit, Jasmine, Lemon, Neroli, Orange, Roman6) Meditate: You may use Scented Incense, which
Chamomile Sandalwood, Vetiverare made from the above oils, find a quiet corner,
Griefput on some light music and just mediate 5 to 10
Cypress, Frankincense, Helichrysum, Neroli, Rose,minutes out of your day
Sandalwood, VetiverWarnings & Tips:o Keep actual oils away from
Happiness and Peaceeyes, nose and moutho Keep away from children and
Bergamot, Frankincense, Geranium, Grapefruit,petso Keeps candles away from drafts and unstable
Lemon, Neroli, Orange, Rose, Sandalwood, Ylangfixtureso Use caution and care if using remedies on
Ylangsmall children, pregnant women, elderly or adults with
Insecurityhealth problemso These tips are not meant to heal
Bergamot, Cedar wood, Frankincense, Jasmine,any health problems you may have. Please consult
Sandalwood, Vetiveryour physician for illnesseso Do a patch test on skin
Irritabilityfor sensitivity to the oils. Put a little bit of diluted oil in
Lavender, Mandarin, Neroli, Roman Chamomile,the bend of your elbow and wait 24 hours to see if
Sandalwooditching or redness develops.
LonelinessSo, what are you waiting for? It is Time for you to
Bergamot, Clary Sage, Frankincense, Helichrysum,Relax and Unwind.
Roman Chamomile, Rose