Christi was intrigued by a question and decided to address it at greater length.
During Marge’s first live "Mondays w/Marge" Facebook Q&A
on Monday night, Charlie, an artist making a locational move, asked about which
oils she would recommend for new beginnings/change. Marge addressed the joy and trepidation of
the new beginning and the discomfort of leaving the familiar behind.
She said she would think not only about oils for embracing
the new, but transitioning out of the old. Marge is correct, finality and letting go is a
necessary part of big life change, although as humans our tendency is to
resist.
Oils she suggested include Petitgrain, Violet Leaf,
Galbanum, Bergamot Mint…some of the “Spring-time” scents that came to mind on
the spur of the moment. Robbi Zeck affirms the fresh lightness of Petitgrain
Bigarade (citrus aurantium) as an
excellent oil for mentally and emotionally “awakening,” in her book, THE
BLOSSOMING HEART. As an added bonus,
Petitgrain is known to be helpful for calming anxiety.
Another oil to consider is Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens) which Zeck calls “supportive.” She says, “When change is imminent, Cypress
brings structure, strength, and a sense of protection.” Robbi’s book includes heart affirmations at
the bottom of each essential oil summary and Cypress’ affirmation to counter
the challenge of change, is, “Life supports me.” Well said!
Admittedly I am a Fragonia™ fanatic, but I, (Christi), think
Fragonia ™ would be helpful during a life transition, as I find it exceptionally
adaptable, and from a mental and spiritual perspective very balancing. It would also blend well with a majority of
oils in the diffuser or as part of an anointing oil blend.
Ah, dear sweet Vetiver! Vetiver (Vetiveria zizanioides) is an oil I am never without. It is centering, and solidifying mentally and
emotionally, and yet (Third or solar plexus chakra between ribs
and navel.) Physically, Vetiver is
mildly sedating, and can be helpful in anti-anxiety or stress blends.
it is an oil I “feel” deep in my being, as if it is
anchoring, securing, grounding and supporting me all at once.
Ultimately, the best oils to use are those speaking to you
personally at a given time. Marge and I
have both found over the years, times when certain oils “speak” to us more
clearly than others. Sometimes we’ve
been surprised to be drawn to an oil or oils we did not care for at all in the
past. It is always an adventure!
Have an aromatherapy question you would like Marge to
answer? Most Monday evenings she will be
answering questions live on our Facebook page at 8:00 p.m. CDT. (Monday, April
11th being the exception as she will be traveling back East from
Robert Tisserand’s educational seminar in Denver.) Join us on Facebook as we
continue our aromatic journey together: https://www.facebook.com/NaturesGift/
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