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Essential Oils for Emotional Burnout

Essential Oils for Emotional Burnout



Burnout can affect the mental and emotional processes which influence the physical. The body shuts down when the emotions shut down, when there are no feelings anymore or tears to cry. There are many reasons why someone could get burnout, perhaps caring for a relative with terminal illness for a long time or a break up from a spouse.

When someone gets burnout it may paralyze a person, it may seem like all the feelings that normally make up a person's personality are gone. The person may feel like he or she is in a vacuum and can't reach out to others. The person may simply feel depressed and exhausted. The emotional side has closed down to recharge the batteries but the feelings are still there of course.


Valeri Worwood recommends the following essential oils for those with all kinds of emotional burnout:
Vetiver, rose Otto, patchouli, lavender, clary sage, sandalwood, frankincense, ginger, Roman chamomile, bergamot, neroli, Melissa, marjoram, sandalwood, lemon, helichrysum, jasmine, petitegrain.


How to
When making blends for burnout it is better to start softly, Worwood suggests to start with half the amount and use 15 drops to the usual 30 ml (1 oz) base oil for massage that she recommends. Use only 1-2 drops of a blend  in the bath  or 1-2 drops in the diffuser. Over time you can increase the amount and eventually add 30 drops to 30 ml of base oil. 


Important
This information is for educational purposes only, and is not meant to diagnose or prescribe.  If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or suffer from a medical condition, consult with your health care practitioner prior to using essential oils. Be careful when using essential oils with hormonal activity and don’t hesitate to contact a professional. Make sure that you look over the safefy information before you start using essential oils.


Before you leave:

I recommend that you always perform a skin patch test when you try a new oil.
Check out my safety page to make sure you are aware of any contrindications before you use essential oils. Some oils are not suitable when suffering from certain conditions. Also, Read this Before You Start Using Essential oils. Some oils should not be applied prior to sun exposure so make sure you check this list before spending time in the sun.

Not sure how to apply the oils? Visit these pages to learn how to apply the oils:
If you're new to essential oils you might want to check out my Getting Started Guide. 
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Johanna is an aromatherapist and she is passionate about educating people about health, essential oils, real food, natural remedies, and nutrition so they make healthier choices in their lives. 

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 References 
The Fragrant Mind, Valerie Ann Worwood, New World Library, 1996




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The Powerful Aroma of an Essential Oil

The Powerful Aroma of an Essential Oil



The aroma of an essential oil is very powerful. The fragrance can  directly affect our emotions as well as other functions in the body.
In order for an aroma to be detected it has to be volatile so it can be carried by the air to the 10 million sensory neurons located in the nostrils. The aroma finally ends up in the limbic system of the brain where it is perceived and analyzed. The limbic system is the main relay station, and it is there all the emotional responses are located.
The frontal lobes of the limbic system control the memory and attention, and it is also here the emotional responses are sensed. The limbic system is directly connected to the part of the brain that controls breathing, memory, hormone balance, stress levels, blood pressure and heart rate. This means that essential oils can have very profound psychological and physiological effects. Depression, anxiety, anger, joy and and fear originate from this part.


After the information about the scent has been perceived and analyzed of the limbic system, it is sent to other parts of the brain and then to storage in the memory. Interestingly enough the sense of smell is the only one of the five senses that is directly linked to the limbic lobe of the brain. The sense of smell connects emotions with memories as well as intergrate mind and body. The aroma from a special fragrance can evoke emotions and memories before we are aware of it. 


The limbic lobe can also activate the hypothalamus, which is considered one of the most important parts of the brain. It acts as the hormonal control center and it releases chemical messengers which can affect things like the energy level. Sex hormones, thyroid hormones, growth hormones, and neurotransmitters are governed by the hypothalamus. The hypothalamus is referred to as the "master gland".


So,through the essential oils' molecular structure and fragrance, they can influence the limbic lobe and hypothalamus. Inhalation of essential oils can combat stress and emotional trauma, and also stimulate production of hormones from the hypothalamus.


As you can see, essential oils have a very powerful influence on both  body and mind.


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Johanna is an aromatherapist and she is passionate about educating people about health, essential oils, real food, natural remedies, and nutrition so they make healthier choices in their lives. 
Follow Johanna on twitter and facebook for more health tips and information.

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Do You Feel Overwhelmed?

Do You Feel Overwhelmed?





Life as a mother can be very overwhelming. It doesn't matter if you are working full time or a stay at home mother, we all have our moments when we feel overwhelmed and stressed. It is all about how our bodies are able to handle the stressful situations. I home educate my two youngest children and at the same time I am running my natural health business. I often add essential oils to my daily life to reduce my stress level. My husband used to commute long hours daily and he was exhausted after a stressful day at the office.  I diffused essential oils especially for him so he could relax in the evening. 

 What I love about the essential oils is that they have so many healing properties. Even though I primarily choose the blend for relaxing or uplifting purposes, the blend will also boost our immune system.
Essential oils can be a great addition to your health building program in times of stress. You can still enjoy the effects of the essential oils even though you are on the go. I like to bring a bottle of essential oil in my purse or in my pocket so I easily can inhale the aroma straight from the bottle when needed.



I also like to put my favorite blend in a roll on bottle and apply to the pulse points:

Roll-ons 1 roll on bottle
fill ¾ with vegetable oil
add 3-8 drops of essential oils.

 At the end of the post I will cover a couple of pre-made roll on essential oil blends.
Another  way is to drop a few drops of the oil on a hankerchief and inhale as needed. 

  Essential oils  with nervine effect  strengthen and tone the activity of the nervous system and they can be sedatives or stimulants. 

  Roman and German Chamomile, bergamot, clary sage, geranium, jasmine, lavender,  sweet marjoram, neroli and melissa are are considered relaxant nervines and valuable when feeling stressed and tense. 

  Basil, cinnamon, ginger, lemon, peppermint, rosemary and thyme are considered to be stimulant nervines and they are valuable when feeling fatigue and lacking energy. 

  My favorite oils for balancing emotions are bergamot, frankincense, clary sage and geranium.




Also check out:
My Winter Blah blends 
Before you leave:


I recommend that you always perform a skin patch test when you try a new oil.

Check out my safety page to make sure you are aware of any contrindications before you use essential oils. Some oils are not suitable when suffering from certain conditions. Also, Read this Before You Start Using Essential oils. Some oils should not be applied prior to sun exposure so make sure you check this list before spending time in the sun.

Not sure how to apply the oils? Visit these pages to learn how to apply the oils:
If you're new to essential oils you might want to check out my Getting Started Guide. 


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Johanna is an aromatherapist and she is passionate about educating people about health, essential oils, real food, natural remedies, and nutrition so they make healthier choices in their lives. 
Follow Johanna on twitter and facebook for more health tips and information.







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Do You have a Hard Time at Work?

Do You have a Hard Time at Work?




Do you find it hard to concentrate at work? Are you already planning for the next vacation?

The vacation time is finally over and it is back to work and school again. The weather is changing and it is not as sunny and clear anymore, and the days are shorter.

Essential oils can add to the well- being at work and make you happier. You don't have to be at work to enjoy the tips. I home school my children and they need to be energized and able to concentrate on their work, so I often use essential oils at home to make us feel better.
The Aroma is Powerful 

The aroma of an essential oil is very powerful. In order for an aroma to be detected it has to be volatile so it can be carried by the air to the 10 million sensory neurons located in the nostrils. The aroma finally ends up in the limbic system of the brain where it is perceived and analyzed. The limbic system is the main relay station and it is there all the emotional responses are located. The frontal lobes of the limbic system control the memory and attention, and it is also here the emotional responses are sensed. After the information about the scent has been perceived and analyzed of the limbic system, it is sent to other parts of the brain and then to storage in the memory. The sense of smell connects emotions with memories as well as intergrate mind and body.

So why don't you have a bring Aromatherapy to work (or school) day?

Does team work stress you out?
When you are working on a deadline it might be a challenge to get along with the other co- workers, and your stress levels are probably high.Ylang Ylang and bergamot  are essential oils with relaxing properties at the same time as they encourage alertness and concentration. They are balancing and mood enhancing.
 
Is your Inspiration and creativity failing?
If you are lacking creativity it might be a good idea to try cinnamon, mandarin, and clary sage. They provide support when you feel stressed in your work and you feel pressure to create. They are mood enhancers and they may make you see things from a happier perspective. Clary Sage has an inspiring aroma that is balancing and relaxing. Mandarin has a fruity, cheerful aroma that is invigorating and uplifting.
 
Do you find it hard to concentrate?
Are you tired and do you find it difficult to concentrate? Rosemary, peppermint, and lemon  have qualities that bring out your initiative qualities, strengthen your memory, and enhance your abilities to take charge and make things happen. They have strengthening qualities well needed if you feel worried and have a hard time making decisions at work.
Rosemary is balancing, revitalizing, invigorating and regenerating. Peppermint is uplifting, invigorating and refreshing. Lemon is refreshing and stimulating with a clean aroma.
 
Do negotiations and meetings make you distressed?
When you have important meetings and negotiations it is important to be focused. Geranium and bergamot are beneficial oils when you need to restore your inner balance and focus. Bergamot is balancing, cooling, refreshing, uplifting and stimulating. Geranium is also balancing calming and uplifting.

 
Do you need caffeine to keep you going all day?
Try some alert and fresh aromas for work instead. Lemon, bergamot, and mandarin are known for their uplifting properties. They uplift, energize and refresh during the day at work.

Do you need to get motivated?
I am sure we all have had days when we don't feel like getting out of bed. When just the thought of getting out of bed and go to work can make you in bad mood. Bergamot and Clary Sage may help you look at the day in a brighter light. Together they are relaxing, mood enhancing, uplifting and invigorating. They refreshing aromas are joyful, inspiring and they brighten the day.
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Before you leave:




I recommend that you always perform a skin patch test when you try a new oil.


Check out my safety page to make sure you are aware of any contrindications before you use essential oils. Some oils are not suitable when suffering from certain conditions. Also, Read this Before You Start Using Essential oils. Some oils should not be applied prior to sun exposure so make sure you check this list before spending time in the sun.



Not sure how to apply the oils? Visit these pages to learn how to apply the oils:
If you're new to essential oils you might want to check out my Getting Started Guide. 

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Johanna is an aromatherapist and she is passionate about educating people about health, essential oils, real food, natural remedies, and nutrition so they make healthier choices in their lives. 
Follow Johanna on twitter and facebook for more health tips and information.








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