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Although aromatherapy should not be
considered a miracle cure for serious emotional issues, the use of essential
oils may assist, sometimes greatly, with particular emotional issues and
emotional states. Additionally, the proper use of essential oils may Enhance
your emotional outlook and provide support and help balance your emotions
during the day. The use of essential oils for emotional well-being is what is often
first thought of when someone thinks of the term "aromatherapy."
Essential oils are comprised of naturally occurring
chemicals that work in synergy with one
another. Because essential oils evaporate
quickly (known as being "volatile"), their molecules are easily
inhaled. Without providing an intimidating lesson in olfaction (the science of
the sense of smell), the inhalation of these naturally occurring synergistic
chemicals provide triggers to our brain. These triggers effect our emotions.
Inhalation of these wondrous molecules also provides physical benefit which may
also work together to aid in our emotional state.
Orange Oil is a good example. The smell of
orange helps provide emotional balance and bring on a positive outlook. Sweet
orange oil is a wonderful oil to use alone or in a blend for those winter blues
that often occur in the colder, grayer times of the year. The aroma of sweet orange
oil also blends nicely with many oils and has the added advantage of being one
of the more inexpensive essential oils. It is also generally regarded to be one
of the safer essential oils to use.
Borrowed from Essential Oils for Emotional
Well-Being page located within Our Web's
Essential Oil Profiles area, below is a list
of emotional states and the oils that are commonly
known to be of help. When using any oil, it's
important to follow all safety guidelines and
safety issues that pertain to the particular
oil.
Not all essential oils provide the same level
of benefit for all persons. Past memories
associated with particular aromas can have a
positive or negative effect. Rose Essential Oil,
for instance, is known for aiding during
times of grief. Your past experiences with the aroma
of Rose Oil, however, may impact its
effectiveness for use during times of grief. If you had a
loving grandmother who often smelled of rose,
for instance, your reaction when smelling
rose may differ than if you had an abusive
grandmother who typically smelled of rose. If
your rose-smelling grandma died, your
reaction to the aroma of rose will be impacted by
your past associations with the aroma. Do not
force yourself to use oil that elicits
negative feelings or that you don't like the
aroma of, even if it is one that is listed below.
It is important, therefore, that you treat
any list of essential oils used for emotional wellbeing as a starting point.
Within the confines of safety, experiment and utilize those oils
that bring about the purpose that you seek.
Essential Oils
for Anger Management
Bergamot, Jasmine, Neroli, Orange, Patchouli,
Petitgrain, Palo Santo,
Roman Chamomile, Rose, Vetiver, Ylang Ylang
Essential Oils
for Anxiety
Bergamot, Cedarwood, Clary Sage, Frankincense,
Geranium, Lavender,
Mandarin, Neroli, Palo Santo, Patchouli, Roman
Chamomile, Rose,
Sandalwood, Vetiver
Essential Oils
for Confidence
Bay Laurel, Bergamot, Cypress, Grapefruit, Jasmine,
Orange, Rosemary
Essential Oils
for Depression
Bergamot, Clary Sage, Frankincense, Geranium,
Grapefruit, Helichrysum,
Jasmine, Lavender, Lemon, Mandarin, Neroli, Palo
Santo, Orange, Roman
Chamomile, Rose, Sandalwood, Ylang Ylang
Essential Oils
for Fatigue, Exhaustion and Burnout
Basil, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Clary Sage, Cypress,
Frankincense,
Ginger, Grapefruit, Helichrysum, Jasmine, Lemon,
Patchouli, Peppermint,
Rosemary, Sandalwood, Vetiver
Essential Oils
for Fear
Bergamot, Cedarwood, Clary Sage, Frankincense,
Grapefruit, Jasmine,
Lemon, Neroli, Palo Santo, Orange, Roman
Chamomile Sandalwood,
Vetiver
Essential Oils
for Grief
Cypress, Frankincense, Helichrysum, Neroli, Palo
Santo, Rose,
Sandalwood, Vetiver
Essential Oils
for Happiness and Peace
Bergamot, Frankincense, Geranium, Grapefruit,
Lemon, Neroli, Orange,
Palo Santo, Rose, Sandalwood, Ylang Ylang
Essential Oils
for Insecurity
Bergamot, Cedarwood, Frankincense, Jasmine, Sandalwood,
Vetiver
Essential Oils
for Irritability
Lavender, Mandarin, Neroli, Roman Chamomile, Sandalwood
Essential Oils
for Loneliness
Bergamot, Clary Sage, Frankincense, Helichrysum,
Palo Santo, Roman
Chamomile, Rose
Essential Oils
for Memory and Concentration
Basil, Black Pepper, Cypress, Hyssop, Lemon, Peppermint,
Rosemary
Essential Oils
for Panic and Panic Attacks
Frankincense, Helichrysum, Lavender, Neroli, Rose
Essential Oils
for Stress Reduction
Benzoin, Bergamot, Clary Sage, Frankincense, Geranium,
Grapefruit,
Jasmine, Lavender, Mandarin, Neroli, Palo
Santo, Patchouli, Roman
Chamomile, Rose, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Ylang Ylang
