Meditation Oils - Essential Oils to Use & Methods of Application for Best Results

p>Naturally regulate & balance your nervousand fresh orange aroma that's warm and inviting; its
system with a synergistic blend of pure essential oilsaction is rejeuvenating and uplifting. A nerve tonic
to support your meditation practice and experience.Sweet Orange oil is a happy oil and eases physical
A synergistic blend of essential oils can be moreand emotional tension.
effective for getting the results you desire than anyMETHODS OF APPLICATION:
single essential oil. The pure essential oils IMETHOD 1: Dispense 15 drops of your essential oil
recommend you use in a blend to support yoursynergy blend into a 1 ounce bottle of carrier oil,
meditation practice, include:shake well and allow the oils to synergize for 24
Frankincense, Myrrh, Himalayan Cedarwood andhours, or longer as time permits.
Sweet OrangeDispense 1-3 drops, inhale and apply to temples,
This synergistic blend of pure essential oils is helpfulfrontal lobes and back of neck. The oils will enter
for stabilizing your mind in meditation practice andthrough the neurovascular points located in these
supports synchronization of your body, mind andarea to effectively trigger your relaxation and healing
spirit.response to promote balance in your nervous
FRANKINCENSE ( Boswelia fereana ) - A powerfulsystem for an optimal, relaxed and alert state of
and enticing wood aroma that sweetly sparkles withmind.
freshness and a hint of spice. Frankincense maintainsA Note About Carrier Oils: I highly recommend pure
its integrity in any blend.light coconut oil as the ideal carrier oil. Coconut oil is
One of the 'Holy' oils from ancient times when it wasfully metabolized by the body and, unlike most oils,
considered more valuable than gold. Frankincense isnot absorbed into the fatty cells and tissues of the
probably best known for its enduring emotional andbody, making it an ideal carrier for essential oils to
spiritual support.move through the fat cells beneath the dermis and
Often used in religious ceremonies. Traditionallyinto the blood vessels serving muscles, etc. As well
Frankincense was used as an anointing oil as it wasLight Coconut oil remains liquid at room temperature
thought to possess miraculous powers to heal almostand, because of its light consistency, will not clog skin
every conceivable malady.pores, making it suitable to use on sensitive or
A fortifying essence to the mind and emotionsproblem skin.
Frankincense is a very calming, rejuvenating andMETHOD 2: Direct inhalation is the method used most
empowering oil. Frankincense slows and deepensin Germany and the one I use most often in my
cellular respiration and has the characteristic effect ofaromatherapy practice.
comforting and centering you during times of distress.DIRECTIONS - Dispense 1-3 drops of your pure
Use Frankincense to promote your spiritual awakeningessential oils blend onto a tissue or cotton ball.
and to enhance your meditation practice.Breathe in the essential oil vapors for 30-60 seconds.
MYRRH ( Commiphora myrrha ) - Strong, sweet andBreathe in slowly and pause briefly on your inhaled
woody Myrrh's enduring aroma anchors other oils in abreath. Then slowly exhale, letting go of any tension.
blend. Traditionally Myrrh has been used for enhancingRepeat this slow, rhythmic breathing five more times.
spiritual and emotional well-being. Myrrh is an excellentPlease note: You may also use an air or fan diffuser
aid to healthy functioning of the limbic (emotionalto dispense your oils for direct inhalation.
center) of your brain.Aromatic oils stimulate your olfactory nerves which
Myrrh wakes up cell tissues and enhances thesend a signal to your brain's neuro-receptors,
physical energetic centers of the body. Its vibranttriggering numerous electro-chemical responses.
and resonant effect on cell tissues makes it aResearch shows that essential oils will remain in your
wonderful tonic for body, mind, spirit and emotions.bloodstream for up to 4-6 hours.
HIMALAYAN CEDARWOOD ( Cedrus deodora ) - APLEASE NOTE: There are many cheap, synthetic
warm and rich wood oil Himalayan Cedarwood has acopies of aromatic oils, but these are not
balancing and fortifying effect on the nervousrecommended for therapeutic use. For best results
system. Its sedative and tonic properties act topurchase the highest quality oils you can possibly find.
ground and stabilize meditation practice.Use certified organic essential oils, or oils that have
SWEET ORANGE ( Citrus sinensis ) - A very sweetbeen tested and are pesticide free.