Aromatherapy Treatments for the Emotions, Moods, and Memory

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Aromatherapy Treatments for the Emotions, Moods, and MemoryEffective Tools and Treatment for Alleviating and Coping with StressAnti-Stress Synergy4 parts Lavender essential oil2 parts Bergamot essential oil

1 part Ylang ylang essential oilDeep Relaxation Blend6 parts Lavender essential oil2 parts Marjoram essential oil1 part Mandarin essential oilLavender Fields6 parts Lavender essential oil

1 part Sandalwood essential oilUse all of the above blends as a diffuser oil and inhale as needed fromthe bottle.Massage Oil for Stress2 Tbsp sweet almond (or vegetable oil)10 drops Lavender essential oil

2 drops Neroli or Rose essential oilIn a shallow dish or bottle, add the essential oils. Add two tablespoonsof warm vegetable oil or sweet almond oil. Mix well. Apply to the skinwith slow rhythmic hand strokes, working towards the heart. Be sure to

pay special attention to the hands, feet, and neck.Herbal RetreatmentBath Salts (or other carrier)7 drops Lavender essential oil2 drops Lemongrass essential oil1 drop Basil essential oil

Add the essential oils to the carrier and add to a full bath. Warm tohotwater temperature is suggested. Soak 20 to 30 minutes.Quiet Moments2 Tbsp Honey (or other carrier)6 drops Sandalwood essential oil

2 drops Bergamot essential oil2 drops Ylang ylang essential oilIn a small dish, add honey. Mix in the essential oils and combine wellbystirring. Add to full warm bath. Soak for 20 to 30 minutes.

Stress-Release Soak1/4 - 1/2 cup heavy cream (or other carrier)6 drops Lavender essential oil2 drops Mandarin essential oil1 drop Bergamot essential oil1 drop Clary Sage essential oilIn a cup add the cream. Add the essential oils and mix well to combine.

Dry powdered milk can be used as an alternative to the cream. Simplymake a thick paste with water and add essential oils to it. Add thearomatic cream to a full warm bath and stir with your hands. Soak for 20

to 30 minutes.No Worries Herb Tearelaxing blend for stress2 parts Chamomile flowers2 parts Lemon balm herb1 part Catnip herb1 part Lavender flowers1 part Peppermint leaf1 part Rose petals

1 part Lemongrass (optional)a pinch of nutmeg to tasteVanilla Honey (optional)Combine the dried herbs, flowers, and spices in a glass jar. Label. Toprepare one cup of herbal tea, use 1 to 2 teaspoons per cup of hot

water. Steep for 5 minutes.Essential oils useful for stress reduction and promoting relaxation arebasil, bergamot, chamomile, clary sage, geranium, juniper, lavender,lemon grass, marjoram, Neroli, rose, sandalwood, and ylang ylang.

Recovery from Nervous ExhaustionRe-charge Synergy Blend for nervous tension6 parts Lavender essential oil3 parts Basil essential oil2 parts Pine essential oil1 part Nutmeg essential oil

Mix the essential oils in an amber glass bottle. Use a few drops n anaroma lamp or inhale for a tissue. Ideally, this blend is nice to use ina diffuser to disperse the essential oils into the room air two or three

times per day.Re-FuelAn aromatic bath to relieve nervous tensionBath salts (or other carrier)5 drops Patchouli essential oil3 drops Clary sage essential oil2 drops Eucalyptus essential oil

Choose a carrier to transport your essential oils into the bath water.Bath salts contain Epsom and sea salt and make a good choice. Add theessential oils to the carrier and mix well. Pour the bath preparation

into a full warm bath and stir with your hand. Soak for 20 to 30minutes.Essential oils that are helpful in conditions of mental and nervousexhaustion are those which affect the nervous system and aid in

regulating and relaxing. Those used most often are basil, clary sage,eucalyptus, geranium, ginger, grapefruit, hyssop, jasmine, lavender,lemon grass, marjoram, Neroli, nutmeg, patchouli, petitgrain, rosemary,ylang ylang, and pine.

How to Use Aromatherapy to Relieve AnxietyAromatic Bath for AnxietyBath salts (or other carrier)5 drops Lavender essential oil3 drops Ylang ylang essential oil2 drops Bergamot essential oil

Add the essential to the carrier. Add the bath preparation to a fullwarm bath. Soak 20 to 30 minutes.Anti-Anxiety Massage Oilapply to the back area2 Tbsp vegetable oil12 drops Lavender essential oil

6 drops Ylang ylang essential oil4 drops Frankincense essential oil3 drops Clary sage essential oilIn an amber glass bottle, add the essential oils and vegetable oil.Shakegently to mix well. Label. To use, warm the oil by placing in a hot

water bath. Apply to the back area in light and gentle strokes.Potent Remedies for Tension HeadachesHeadache Oilmassage oil for tension headaches1 Tbsp vegetable oil10 drops Lavender essential oil

5 drops Peppermint essential oil200 IU Vitamin E (optional)In an amber glass bottle, add the essential oils and vegetable oil. Addthe vitamin E. Shake well to mix completely. Label with directions for

use. To use, warm a few drops of the concentrated oil and apply to thetemples of the head and just beyond the hairline. Typically this area issore to the touch if the headache is severe. Gently massage this area

with a light pressure. Inhale the essences from cupped hands followingthe massage. Breathe slowly and concentrate on the breath.Aromatic Footbath for Headache Relief2 Tbsp Castile lotion (or other carrier)

4 drops Lavender essential oil2 drops Peppermint essential oila basin or tubcold watera towelFill tub or basin (large enough to hold both feet comfortably) half fullwith cold water. To the castile lotion soap, or other carrier that you

have chosen, add the essential oils and mix well. Add to the water andstir with your hands. Soak both feet in the cold aromatic water for 15to 20 minutes. Sit comfortably while doing the foot bath. Concentrate on

breathing slowly and deeply. Relax.DepressionNature's Answeran inhalation blend for mild depression4 parts Clary sage essential oil4 parts Ylang ylang essential oil3 parts Geranium essential oil

2 parts Basil essential oil1 part Sandalwood essential oilMix the above essential oils in an amber glass bottle. Label. To use inadiffuser, simply add to the bottle or reservoir of the apparatus. If

using this blend in an aroma lamp or simmering pot, add 4 to 6 drops andallow to diffuse into the room.Aromatic Bath for the Bluesfor mild bouts of depression1/4 cup Honey (or other carrier)

3 drops Lavender essential oil3 drops Ylang ylang essential oil2 drops Basil essential oil2 drops Geranium essential oil1 drop Grapefruit essential oilMix the essential oils in the honey. Fill the bathtub with warm water

andthen add the aromatic honey mixture. Stir well using hands. Soak for 20to 30 minutes. Play your favorite music and light a candle or two. Sipon a cup of Feel Good herb tea while in the tub.Elation Formulation

a concentrated massage oil for mild depression2 Tbsp Sweet Almond oil ( or vegetable oil)1 tsp Wheat germ oil8 drops Lavender essential oil8 drops Ylang ylang essential oil2 drops Basil essential oil

2 drops Geranium essential oil2 drops Bergamot essential oilIn an amber glass bottle, add the essential oils. Add the sweet almondoil and wheat germ oil. Shake gently to mix well. Label. To use apply a

small amount onto the back of the hands and chest area. Inhale theessences the hands after application to the skin. During the day, inhaleform the back of the hands. The oils will also be absorbed through the

skin. Apply two to three times daily.Feel Good Teato encourage a feeling of well-being3 parts lemon balm herb1 part Lavender flowers1 part Rose petals1 part Spearmint leaf1 part St. John's Wort

1 part marjoramVanilla Honey to tasteMix the above herbs and flowers in a bowl. Store in a glass jar andlabel. To prepare use 1 to 2 teaspoons of herb per cup. Pour hot waterover herbs and allow to steep for 5 to 10 minutes. Flavor with honey or

lemon if desired. Drink up to three cups per day.Essential oils used for depression are basil, bergamot, cedarwood, clarysage, frankincense, geranium, grapefruit, lavender, lemon, jasmine,myrrh, Neroli, rose, sandalwood, spruce, orange, and ylang ylang.

Essential oils that can have a positive influence on feeling of anger,which are associated with depression, can be useful as well and includerose, chamomile, ylang ylang, and rosemary. If the depression is

associated with loss, then essential oils helpful for grief orbereavement, such as lavender, rose, frankincense, Neroli, hyssop, andmarjoram should be used. Traditional herbs that may help depression arebasil, thyme, lemon balm, St. John's Wort, lavender, spearmint,

peppermint, rose petals, gingko, marjoram, lemon verbena, and ginseng.Best Insomnia BlendsAromatic Leg Sprayto promote sleep for the restless1 cup cold water12 to 16 drops of Lavender essential oil

spray bottle with a fine misterTo a plastic bottle, add water and the essential oil. Label. Thispreparation does not contain a carrier to disperse the essential oilsinto the water, so it is necessary to shake this well before each use

(application). Spray the lower legs.Peaceful Sleepto encourage sleep7 parts Lavender essential oil2 parts Marjoram essential oil1 part Clary Sage essential oilMix the essential oils in an amber glass bottle. Use a few drops to

apply to the bed linen, pillow, etc. Or prepare a large amount to runthrough a diffuser. Alternatively, add 20 drops (or double this recipeif using drops as a measurement) and add to 4 ounces of water to make a

room mister. Shake before each use-- Diana Gonzalez Nothing wastes more energy than worrying - the longer a problem is carried, the heavier it gets. Don't take things too seriously - live a life of serenity, not a life of regrets.

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