Mindful Sit with Tulsi
Now that you’ve found your comfortable quiet space, take a moment to move your body to work out any areas where you might notice any discomfort.
Shelia Murray
I discovered aromatherapy through massage school and never looked back. In addition to teaching aromatherapy courses, I support Aromahead students through case studies and research paper processes.
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The Plant Behind the Oil: Tulsi
If you have a friend or neighbor with an established Tulsi plant, you can simply take a cutting and remove any flowers, and a few leaves growing on the bottom of the stem.
Too Much of a Good Thing?
It wasn’t long before I noticed that my head was aching and my stomach was nauseous.
The Oil Within the Plant: Laurel Leaf
"The Laurel is a plant of extreme vitality: if cut down, it will regrow from roots that remain alive. Its essential oil expresses the same strength and vitality when put to therapeutic use.
A Mindful Sit with Sweet Marjoram
Take a deep breath in, inhaling the crisp, refreshing scent of the air around you. Feel the coolness of the air as you breathe in, filling your lungs with calmness and clarity. As you exhale, release any tension or worries that you may be carrying.
The Plant Behind the Oil: Sweet Marjoram
Modern research supports several health benefits associated with sweet marjoram (herb).
The Oil Within the Plant: Hops
It works by affecting certain pathways in the body that control pain and inflammation.
Desert Plants and Their Whisperings
In that moment I saw myself as sand sage, not necessarily the most physically beautiful plant to gaze upon but its tenacity to roll with life’s ups and downs while spreading its sweet message of love and support was quite reflective.
Cooling Aloe for Sun-Kissed Skin
Ancient civilizations, including the Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans, prized it for its ability to heal wounds, soothe burns, and alleviate skin ailments.