Do you know………We’re a society of chronic stress or should I say, we create stress because of our thinking and our reaction to the situation. It’s an awful fact, that many of us don’t realize, but everyone likes to have some peace – quiet and the inner serenity. Our body reacts to stress in many of the same ways it reacts to a perceived threat. While vastly different, each stressful situation; whether life-threatening or simple inconvenience, or dealing with our day to day life or constantly under attack by outside forces (especially, our own loved ones), triggers a fight or flight response, releasing adrenaline and cortisol into the bloodstream. Adrenaline increases blood pressure and boosts energy supplies, while cortisol releases glucose into the bloodstream, and even altering the immune system which can cause some serious health risks, including:

Insomnia

High blood-pressure

Depression, Increased anxiety

Hormonal imbalances

Hostility and rage

Aggressive and impulsive behavior

Which is why we need to work towards decluttering our life. Take a step back, and assess what is stressing you out? Learn how to reverse the biological mechanism of the sympathetic nervous system? Develop positive thinking which strengthens your focus and inner resolve, learn how to use empowering, encouraging self-dialogue that releases serotonin, dopamine, allows opening the needed inner resources to be successful. Also, an effective communication is the most important life-skill, that extends and connects us and helps in developing relationship with others.

There are medications (Xanax, Klonopin, Valium, and Ativan) that act as tranquilizer (that slow down the nervous system which in turn creates a relaxing and calming effect) to help deal with anxiety, but with side effects and safety concerns, such as the risk of addiction. U

se of Essential Oils through Aromatherapy is an extremely powerful alternative holistic approach. It can conjure memories both good and bad, excite us, soothe us, even promotes sleep. Essential oils are natural volatile plant extract that have been used since centuries for healing and beauty products.

 Several essential oils can slow brain wave patterns to produce sensations of relaxation. This mode of action is similar to sedative type drugs (only milder and without any of the bad side effects). Like: Roman Chamomile, Clary Sage, Helichrysum, Lemon, Mandarin, Marjoram, Neroli, Ylang Ylang , Vetiver, Rose, Spikenard and Frankincense. Several of these oils can help to produce a spiritual calmness if we wish to meditate; Vetiver, Roman Chamomile, Rose, S

pikenard and Frankincense.

Calming Aromatic Diffuser Blend

20 drops Roman Chamomile
15 drops Lavender
10 drops Orange
10 drops Geranium
5 drops Ylang Ylang

Combine Essential Oils in a 5ml dark glass Euro vial or with dropper, cover, label and mix well. Add 5-10 drops to water in diffuser for relaxing, calming aromatic experience.