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Aromatherapy oils to soothe body and mind
To start with lavender, lavender, lavender. It's so often quoted as a sleep aid, soul soother, pressure reliever and nausea queller. In aromatherapy we call it a synergist as there's nothing it doesn't blend well with. You might have heard me say ''If in doubt add lavender'' when talking about many different life trials. I use lavender in oil massaged on the skin, in a spray mist for the face and in tea blends for relaxation. When you have a smell you love it brings relief from the very moment you start to twist off the lid.
As I began to realise the stress was also triggering a grief response I reached for my wild rose oil. The great emotional harmoniser, Rose oil is brilliant for times in our lives where there's a real push:pull dynamic, an emotional struggle and intense and overwhelming feelings of change. When I take a moment to slowly and mindfully breathe in the scent of the rose I feel a tangible release and opening of my heart. There's a reason it's referred to as the Queen of Oils! My rose oil is literally a hug in a bottle.
Easing out aches and pains with a soak in the bath
There's nothing that provides more immediate relief for me than stepping into a hot bath. Water infused with arnica muscle soak eases all physical woes and mental exhaustion. Rarely am I in the bath for less than an hour and I have been know to spend all evening listening to podcasts or watching a film on the ipad! Arnica soak brings a frazzled mind and harrassed body back into balance. Hippocrates, often referred to as the Father of Medicine said ''The way to health is to have an aromatic bath and a scented massage every day''. Wise words indeed!
Homeopathic support in times of stress
When a crisis hits us it can feel so out of the blue. But often it's the final straw after quietly enduring more and more stress over a period of time. I think now this was true for me. I suffer with migraines and had noticed an increased frequency of attacks when I was physically exhausted or not getting enough sleep. Sadly there will always be stressful moments in our lives that are out of our control. I find Weleda's homeopathic Low Mood and Stress relief remedy really helpful for mild anxiety, fatigue and restlessness. I use it in a pre-emptive way when I know there is a lot to manage or I'm feeling emotionally fragile. I feel it gives me a little more resilience to deal with what's coming my way without any side effects.
(This remedy contains Ferum Quartz, Aurum Met and Kali phos to help calm the nerves and sense. Dissolve in the mouth or swallow with water. Recommended for adults aged 18+ but like all medicines not if pregnant or breastfeeding. It's not suitable for coeliacs as it does contain wheat. Always read the label before considering a new medicine or supplement.) |
