Awaken to the Fragrant World of Essential Oils
Awaken to the Fragrant World of Essential Oils
By Leslie Vornholt, LCSW
Supervising Certified Care Instructor
Center for Aromatherapy Research and Education
While many of us have b ...
A Little Soak Can Go a Long Way
The revitalizing effect of baths is no secret. From the therapeutic communal bathhouses of ancient Rome to the Turkish hamams of the Ottoman Empire, people have been soaking their aching joints for ce ...
Get Creative--Visualize
Looking for a way to de-stress? How about some guided visualization?
Guided visualization is a technique of meditation that enables the participant to relax by getting comfortable and imagining a pea ...
Basil, Relaxation, and Well-Being
Did you know that the common herb basil is a relaxant and mood-enhancer? The plant has been known for centuries to have mild sedative and uplifting effects. You can eat it, brew it into a tasty tea, ...
Using Essential Oils the RIGHT Way
Aromatherapy oils can be a lavish, luxurious way to relax, but there are some risks if used incorrectly. The following guidelines are meant to ensure effective, safe use of essential oils: ***Don't ...
Recipe for Anxiety and Depression
The nervous system provides the most intricate connection between mind and body. As a result of mental or emotional reactions, a problem in one area of the body may affect another. For stress in gener ...
Self-massage for a better sleep
I love getting a massage because I feel so relaxed and calm after it. I have started doing self-massage with aromatherapy oils before I go to bed. It is a very quick ritual. I take some oil in my ...
Reschedule Your Morning
If you're the type of person who tends to wake up with a case of the morning blahs (you know, that feeling of utter dread that makes you want to hit the snooze button) on a regular basis, consider r ...
Sleeping Pills Exposed
Everyone has suffered insomnia at some point and we all know how miserable it can be. Many turn to sleeping pills and tranquilizers to fall asleep. With the numerous commercials, billboards, magazin ...
Using Massage Oils to relax
This is a simple way to relax using massage oils. Here is what you do.
Take 20 ml of any carrier oil. I prefer almond oil because that is said to be good for dry skin, but you can us ...
