Essential oils are not only very beneficial for physical problems but also for the mind, emotions, and spirit. To know true health is to have the mind, body, and spirit nicely balanced or in harmony.
There is much focus these days on physical health yet the mind, and especially the emotions or spiritual aspects of our being are generally neglected. If there is a problem it’s usually shut away to be dealt with at a later date or when there is more time. There are some lovely essential oils that work on the emotional and spiritual level, which means any problems can be helped in a pleasurable and time saving way. Following is a list of emotional problems and corresponding essential oils that will help to dispel them.
Releasing Anger: Chamomile, Rose, Ylang Ylang
Calming Anxiety: Bergamot, Geranium, Lavender, Neroli, Basil
Relieving Boredom: Basil, Frankincense, Peppermint
Enhancing Confidence: Frankincense, Cedarwood, Sandalwood, Vetiver
Clarifying Confusion: Rose, Lemon, Cypress
Uplifting Depression: Bergamot, Clary Sage, Patchouli, Ylang Ylang
Calming Emotional Instability: Bergamot, Geranium, Neroli
Releasing Jealousy, Envy, and Resentment: Juniper, Thyme, Rose
Dispersing Fears: Frankincense, Lavender, Sandalwood
Releasing Frigidity: Chamomile, Clary Sage, Ylang Ylang
Soothing Grief: Marjoram, Rose
Relieving Insomnia: Bergamot, Lavender, Marjoram, Neroli, Orange
Settling Impatience, Irritability: Lavender, Neroli, Rose, Ylang Ylang
Releasing Mental Fatigue/Helping Poor Memory: Basil, Rosemary, Lemongrass, Pine
Calming Nightmares: Bergamot, Frankincense, Sage
Releasing Stress: Bergamot, Lavender, Neroli, Rose, Sandalwood, Myrrh
Healing Emotional Wounds: Chamomile, Rose
To use these essential oils for their corresponding emotional problems apply them as a single remedy or a blend in a vaporiser, added to pure water as a room spray, or in a carrier oil for massage. They can also be applied to a tissue or handkerchief and sniffed as often as desired.
For massage oils always use the ratio of 5 drops of essential oil to 10 ml carrier oil; don’t use them directly on the skin and follow directions on the labels.
At last! Someone who understands! Thanks for posting!
You’re very welcome Darvin