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Alleviate Anxiety with Aromatherapy

Do you know…….Generally Labor Day weekend means, end of summer is upon us. That is, winding down from summer craziness of traveling-camping-back yard parties-beaches-park

        Alleviate Anxiety with Essential Oil

rides, and for most of the students, start of new school year after a long summer break. This year in Mid-West, we had a very short Summer, no Fall, and sudden Winter with unseasonal snow on Halloween. So, guess what, we had a white Halloween and now Christmas is around the corner. For many, all this could be a cause of anxiety.

 

Anxiety is a general feeling of apprehension and feeling anxious about a situation, eg: social anxiety, reaching school on time, new classmates. new teachers, homework, about the future, going for a job interview, separation anxiety, etc. It’s normal to experience occasional anxiety, but when it becomes persistent and overwhelming, then it could be anxiety disorder, eg: obsessive compulsive disorder, PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder), panic attacks and needs immediate medical attention. Anxiety-related illnesses are on the rise. Anxiety is often linked to depression and living with anxiety could be exhausting which could happen at any time. Anxiety is not just in someone’s head as it often manifests in physical symptoms of depression, dizziness, fainting, heart palpitations, lethargy, loss of appetite, loss of sleep, nausea, nervous twitches, sweating, shaking, stuttering, and even suicidal thoughts. The constant struggle with anxiety, could wear people down emotionally, mentally, and physically.

Many studies have shown the usefulness of Essential Oils in alleviating anxiety. Since centuries, Essential Oils have been utilized in cosmetics, fragrances, healing, as an antiseptic, and for health remedies. These Essential Oils are natural, volatile, concentrated extracts taken from the roots, leaves, seeds, bark, or blossoms of plants. It should be diluted for a safe topical application following all safety rules and an expert advice. Following Essential Oils could be used to relieve anxiety symptoms:

Valerian

Jatamansi

Frankincense

Patchouli

Lavender

Jasmine

Bergamot

Clary sage

Rose

Geranium

Lemon grass

Recipe for Anxiety Air Freshener:

15 drops Clary Sage or Lavender Essential Oil

12 drops Lemon or Bergamot Essential Oil

9 drops Frankincense Essential Oil

2oz Distilled Water

1oz Alcohol(vodka)

In a 4oz spray glass bottle, add essential oils. Then mix with distilled water and alcohol. Label the bottle and let the blend sit for a day before using it. Spray as needed, mixing well before each use. (If aroma is too strong, can reduce essential oils to 18 drops per your sensitivity)

Om Healing………..Uma
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