
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.
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.
"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.
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.
Modern research supports several health benefits associated with sweet marjoram (herb).
It works by affecting certain pathways in the body that control pain and inflammation.
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.
Ancient civilizations, including the Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans, prized it for its ability to heal wounds, soothe burns, and alleviate skin ailments.
Bergamot mint was used in folk magic to increase the flow of wealth to one’s life.
We all have an ebb and flow of energy throughout our days. This is often reflective of what is happening within and around us.