Essential oils hold energy. They have a vibration. And so do each of us. The easiest way to envision energy or vibration is to think about an aura. Some of us can literally see auras around people, animals and even plants- an aura is often described as an energy field. Imagine that along with the… [Read More]
Raw, emotional moments and essential oils
Today was unusually stressful. Like, over the top. A stressful situation gone rogue. We all have them on occasion. Thankfully, I have found that with a combination of my own personal growth work and becoming a s[age] those personal moments that take me into the emotional stratosphere are fewer and far between. But sometimes, life happens…. [Read More]
Scent Memories and Spirit Guides (citrus trees and yia yia)
Today we held our Aroma Writing workshop – a small intimate group of us. We received writing prompts that were paired with an essential oil- First up? Where is your joy? We passed around lemon essential oil and followed instructions to write for five full minutes without ceasing, provided we were so inspired. And… [Read More]
Use Essential Oils for a Clear and Creative Writing Process!
I love to write. I was inspired to write early in life. I loved composition class and always excelled at essay exams. Throughout my vocational journey people would whisper, suggest or shout that I should write. Writing had always been a passion of mine, somewhat primordial for me. I never gave it much thought- I… [Read More]
Why I Became a Certified Aromatherapist
I am a Certified Aromatherapist but I don’t “need” the certification. After all, the field of aromatherapy is not regulated. But it was something I set out to do when essential oils became a big part of my life. Mainly I wanted to learn. But mostly, because I am a coach and counselor educator, I… [Read More]
Three-angle approach to aromatherapy intake
When I talk with people about their health and wellness concerns I focus on one of three approaches to aromatherapy intake- or, depending on the individual, I may combine two or three. What do I mean by intake? It’s a clinical term from my years as a psychotherapist. Can’t shake it. So pardon the formality for… [Read More]
Using Essential Oils in Your Psychotherapy Practice
I have blogged a few times about the use of essential oils in psychotherapy practice and I would like to add to the conversation. I have recently received inquiries from mental health practitioners inquiring about how to add aromatherapy or the use of essential oils to their practice so I want to add a few… [Read More]
Chai and Essential Oils are Mother Nature’s Helpers!
Oils for Essential Living is a collaboration between myself of Online Aromatherapy Institute and Wendy Bright-Fallon of Renew Wellness. We have partnered to bring local workshop flair to Red Bank. Our workshops are always focused on Young Living Essential Oils but we like to mix it up a bit to offer introductory education, “make and… [Read More]
