tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-85274501832923386472024-02-19T04:05:01.181-08:00Aroma Treasures - Betty's Aromatic AdventuresDocumenting my every day adventures, plans, dreams and aspirationsAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12175572319351235609noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8527450183292338647.post-41387314984432390282014-05-13T03:24:00.001-07:002014-05-13T08:40:43.871-07:00Aromatherapy and The Aromatherapist<br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">What really pushed me to write this article is the reactions I encounter when I am asked: 'So what do you do?'. When I reply that I am an Aromatherapist more often than not first I get a blank face then 'Ahhhhh ,so you do massage with nice smelling oils.' This blog post should explain better what my job as an Aromatherapist entails.</span></div>
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<b><u><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">What is Aromatherapy?</span></u></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Aromatherapy is a complementary therapy where essential oils derived from plants, are used to promote psychological and physical well-being.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">The oldest records showing the use of plants and herbs in medicine date back to 3,500BC in Egypt, where essential oils were used by royalty for anointment, mummification, to treat health conditions and also as perfume.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Records also show the use of herbal oils as remedies in Ancient Persia, Greece and the Roman Empire.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">There are even various references to essential oil use in the Bible. One such passage is where the Three Wise Men delivered gifts to baby Jesus consisting of gold, incense and myrrh.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">This shows that since the Biblical times, oils were already being considered as special and precious as gold.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Aromatherapy is Chemistry , it is Alchemy, it is Biology, it is Anatomy. It is definitely not Witchcraft and it is not Magic. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; line-height: 18px;">Essential oils are produced by the plant as a bi-product of photosynthesis. These oils are then extracted from different parts of the plant, such as the petals in lavender, the bark in frankincense, the root in ginger, and the peel of the fruit in orange. Extraction can be done by steam extraction, mechanical expression or CO2 extraction.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; line-height: 18px;">Each oil has different chemical constituents and thus it's own particular therapeutic benefits. The end product of the same oil varies from one season to the next, from one country of origin to the other and also depends upon soil quality, weather and other environmental conditions.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; line-height: 18px;">What is great about these gifts from nature is that unlike conventional medicine the body will not get used to a particular oil since the chemical constituency of essential oils differs slightly from one bottle to the other.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; line-height: 18px;">Prices of oils also vary depending on how rare the commodity (in our case the plant) is and how lengthy the process is to extract the oil. It takes 60,000 rose petals to produce 30ml of Rose oil whilst it takes 100kgs of lavender flowers to produce 3kgs of essential oil. Hence the difference in price. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">When essential oils are inhaled, the molecules rise to the top of the nose and come into contact with the olfactory mucous membrane. </span></div>
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The olfactory mucous membrane has thousands of receptors that identify the smell and thus, the sensory stimulation is sent through the olfactory bulb, which acts as an amplifier, through the olfactory nerve into the limbic system of the brain. This is a primitive area of the brain. It deals with emotional and psychological responses. The limbic system is triggered by nerve impulses. The scent is compared to a known scent, compared and labelled, thus we can have memories associated with the scent information and react emotionally and physically through our autonomic nervous system. These responses are determined by the specific qualities of the essential oil being used, and can range from relaxing to stimulating.</div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Essential oil molecules are so minute that when they are applied to the skin; they are able to pass through the outer layer of the epidermis. Sebum present on the surface of the skin aids absorption. From here the oil molecules pass through the dermis, into the capillaries and into the bloodstream. Absorption also occurs through the hair follicles and sweat ducts.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 18px; text-align: justify;">An Aromatherapist is not necessarily a massage therapist or a beauty therapist. Aromatherapy is a complete and holistic therapy in it’s own merit. </span><br />
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The Aromatherapist can use other complementary therapies in conjunction to his/her most powerful tools – ‘The Essential Oils’ to enhance the treatment. </div>
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An aromatherapist is also not a sales rep. Most aromatherapists shy away from multilevel marketing companies selling ‘therapeutic grade essential oils’, at the expense of promoting unsafe practises of use of the said oils. Selling essential oils is not our priority. Apart from the fact that. “such terms as pharmaceutical grade, therapeutic grade or food grade have no meaning in relation to the quality of essential oils for aromatherapy – Robert Tisserand. </div>
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What is on top of our priority list is education and research. We love sharing our knowledge on these precious gems and we love to teach people how to incorporate essential oils use in their daily life. </div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="line-height: 18px;">The main part of the treatment is a thorough consultation which usually takes between half an hour to an hour. The Aromatherapist will want to see the person in front of her in his/her entirety. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 18px;">That means she/he will ask questions about your lifestyle, your diet, your stress levels, your fears, your joys, your routines. This will help the therapist delve into the cause of your particular problem/condition/state of mind, rather than treating only the symptoms, i.e. the effect. </span></div>
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During the next part of the treatment the aromatherapist will work out the best treatment plan for you which will include blend or blends of essential oils and will explain to you how to use them. </div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 18px;">A very important part of the treatment is the follow up. I dedicate about two hours a day to follow up my clients. It is not that I am not confident on the treatment plan I devised or that I am pushy. The client will play a very important role in their treatment and it is important for me to stay in touch and answer any questions, offer reassurance, and monitor progress. </span></div>
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The fourth chakra, the heart chakra,rests in the center of the chakra system, at the core of our spirit. Its physical location is the heart, upper chest, and upper back. The fourth is the balance point, integrating the world of matter (the lower three chakras) with the world of spirit (the upper three chakras). Through the heart chakra, we open to and connect with harmony and peace. The health of our heart center registers the quality and power of love in our life. In Sanskrit, the heart chakra is called Anahata, which means "unstruck" or "unhurt." Its name implies that deep beneath our personal stories of brokenness and the pain in our heart, wholeness, boundless love, and a wellspring of compassion reside.</div>
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<i>It is a black patch of emptiness in an otherwise healthy impeccable aura. </i><br />
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<i>It’s a weight you carry around day and night.</i><br />
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<i>It’s a dull constant pain in the chest, almost physical, reminding you that the heart that was shattered i</i><i>nto a thousand fragments has not become totally whole again, maybe it never will.</i><br />
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<i>It’s shortness of breath, undisclosed emotions and fear to feel what was once suppressed.</i><br />
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<b>Latin Name</b>: Citrus Bergamia</div>
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<b>Country Of Origin:</b> Italy, Ivory Coast</div>
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<b>Obtained by:</b> Expressed fresh outer peel</div>
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<b>Scent:</b> Fresh, sweet, spicy, Lemony</div>
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<b>Safety Data:</b> Limited shelf life, phototoxic – avoid exposure to UV rays for 12hrs after application. </div>
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<b>Action:</b> Relaxing, Balancing, Uplifting</div>
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<b>Benefits:</b> Excellent Anti depressant and enhances immunity. Soothes spasms, helps fight infection, anti viral. Perfect for treatment of stress, nervous indigestion, lack of appetite, psoriasis, herpes and urinary tract infections. </div>
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<b>The Oil and The Chakra:</b> Bergamot helps release blockages thus opening the heart chakra.</div>
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<b>Latin Name:</b> Chamomelium Nobile</div>
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<b>Country Of Origin:</b> France, England, Belgium, USA</div>
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<b>Obtained by:</b> Steam distillation of flower heads</div>
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<b>Scent:</b> Warm, fruity, apple like</div>
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<b>Safety Data:</b> Non-toxic, Non- Irritant, Can cause dermatitis in rare cases. Avoid in pregnancy</div>
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<b>Action:</b> Deeply soothing and comforting</div>
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<b>Benefits:</b> insomnia, asthma, indigestion, psoriasis, scanty or painful periods, teething, earache. Calms nerves, spasms, pain and inflammation, gentle, excellent for children or frail individuals</div>
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<b>The Oil and The Chakra:</b> Roman chamomile is harmonizing, peaceful and nurturing. It promotes feelings of love and compassion for the self and others. It cultivates acceptance and appreciation for one’s own limitations.</div>
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<b>Country Of Origin:</b> India, Pakistan</div>
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<b>Obtained by:</b> Steam or water distillation of fresh or dried grass</div>
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<b>Scent:</b> Fresh, floral, rosy</div>
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<b>Safety Data: </b>Non-toxic, Non- Irritant, Non-Sensitizing</div>
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<b>Action:</b> Antiseptic, bactericidal, digestive, hydrating, tonic</div>
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<b>The Oil and the chakra:</b>It promotes love, compassion, hope and an ability to experience deeper, more honest and meaningful relationships. It cultivates nurturing and self love. Rose also instills an appreciation for beauty.</div>
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<b>Latin Name:</b> Aniba rosaeodora<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Country Of Origin:</b> Amazon Region; Brazil and Peru<o:p></o:p></div>
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This plant has one of the earliest recorded histories of any species. It has been given a detailed description in Opera et Dies in the 8th century B. C. Homer knew the plant as well. in The Odyssey Homer describes it as covering the great meadow, the haunt of the dead.<br />
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The roots were eaten by the poorer Greeks; hence such food was thought good enough for the shades. The asphodel was also supposed to be a remedy for poisonous snake-bites and a specific against sorcery.</div>
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Greeks and Romans used different parts of the plant in the treatment of several diseases, but in modern medicine, the Asphodel does not seem to be used any longer. The tuberous root, gathered at the end of its first year, is said to be acrid, antispasmodic, and diuretic.</div>
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The asphodel though has many other uses other then medicinal. In Italy the leaves are used to wrap burrata, an Italian cheese. The leaves and the cheese last about the same time, three or four days, and thus fresh leaves are a sign of a fresh cheese, while dried out leaves indicate that the cheese is past its prime. </div>
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In Sardinia, honey produced from bees who have fed on the plant is highly favored for its delicate taste. In Puglia, the unopened buds of the plant are collected, blanched in boiling water and preserved in olive-oil. This is used as a condiment. In some areas of Sardinia, the stems are used to weave baskets used in bread-making. At one time, these were an indispensable part of the trousseau of a bride-to-be and women in Elizabethan Lancashire used it as a yellow hair dye.</div>
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In Mallorca, shoemakers find the pulverized plant’s dried tuber rhizomes useful for making a strong glue when mixed with cold water. The same glue is also used in the process of bookbinding.</div>
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The Asphodel fibre is furthermore used in the making of cord for seat coverings of chairs and stools.</div>
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Parts of the plant are edible as well. The root is rich in starch. Dried and boiled in water it yields a mucilaginous matter which can be mixed with grain to make a nutritious bread.</div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Manipura chakra is the center of the will and
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">This chakra governs the digestion and organs
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strong and clear sense of self and self worth.They are confident, manifest
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Because of the connection with the digestive tract, it is
not surprising that imbalances in the solar plexus manifest in the physical
body as any of a wide range of digestive issues: frequent constipation or
diarrhea, ulcers, diabetes as well as stomach, intestinal and liver problems.
The solar plexus is also associated with eating disorders such as bulimia and
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Many people who are too strongly governed by this chakra or
have an over developed solar plexus chakra are over thinkers – they can be very
rational and analytical to the point of ignoring their more playful, creative
nature. Distrust, anger and greed can be associated with solar plexus
imbalance. These attributes are more outward in nature and more aggressive yang
expressions of imbalance.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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ability to move stagnant Qi , ease tension and frustration. It’s sunny and
summery disposition and smell alters our mood and helps us release pent up
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of Acne, dermatitis, eczema, hair loss, hemorrhoids, oily complexions. Also
used in slimming treatments, cellulite treatments, rheumatism ,painful periods,
anxiety, nervous tension and stress related conditions </span><o:p></o:p></div>
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releases feelings and energetic blockages associated with anger, frustration
and annoyance. Juniper also detoxifies and helps clear the liver. It
strengthens the will power and eases a sense of fear of failure, which supports
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beautiful dreams) , nervous indigestion, migraines, stress and tension. </span><o:p></o:p></div>
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and compassion reflection. It releases fear of the unknown, opening one to
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live on a densely populated island where every bit of country side left is
being developed. Every area of Garigue seems to be privately owned. Harsh signs
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conditions like arthritis, rheumatism, sciatica, neuralgia, and lumbago pain.
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This year I embarked on a journey. A journey which is bringing more balance into my life and a Journey which is manifesting loads of wisdom and peace. I have been attending yoga classes on and off for quite a number of years but attending classes was always at the base of my priority list as life was happening and it sometimes was too much to handle. This year I made a conscious decision to make an effort and move yoga up my priority list and Boyyyy I'm glad I did.</div>
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It all started with attending a workshop at the start of the year. I took my essential oil kit with me and during the workshop I shared the blend I had created for the day with my friends. They loved it and it enhanced their workshop experience. So my friend and yoga teacher Jennifer Cortis handed me the beautiful task of designing a blend for helping in balancing each Chakra throughout the year.</div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;">The word chakra comes from Sanskrit, an ancient Indian language, and means 'wheel' or 'spinning'. It is believed that they are centres of life force energy, or light, responsible for the health of our </span><b style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;">mind, body and spirit.</b><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;"> They are key to the flow of life energy, called P</span><b style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;">rana</b><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;">, that vitalises us. They are not actually physical, but are aspects of our consciousness. Some yoga philosophies follow the ideal that there are seven main ones and some believe that there are six, each spinning at different frequencies. The lower three relate to our physical side and the upper three (or four) to our spiritual side.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white;">They start at the base of the spine and move up to the crown of the head and are relevant to different parts of the body. Each chakra has a specific meaning, a colour, a sound, an element, an animal </span><b>and essential oils </b><span style="background-color: white;">associated with it. This is where the aromatherapy comes in.....the belief is that, through essential oils, energy can be generated for the chakra to keep it healthy and balanced. Each plant has a different vibrational frequency which resonates with a corresponding Chakra. </span></span></div>
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<i style="font-family: inherit;"><b>This month we have been delving into the Beauty of the Sacral Chakra and the Blend I designed for this purpose is made up of the following essential oils</b></i></div>
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<i><b>Sweet Orange</b></i></div>
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<i><b>Cardamom</b></i></div>
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<i><b>Clary Sage</b></i></div>
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<b><u>Sweet Orange</u></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Latin Name:</b> Citrus Sinesis</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Country Of Origin:</b> China, America,
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Obtained by:</b> Cold expression or steam
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Action:</b> Antidepressant, antiseptic,
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Benefits: </b>Improves dull and oily
complexions, treats mouth ulcers. Can be used in treatment of palpitations and
bronchitis, constipation, colds and flu. Helps to treat water retention and
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 21px;">The Oil and the Chakra:</b><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 21px;"> Sweet Orange essential oil is uplifting and encouraging as well. It helps us be more open to delegate tasks and be open to accept help when tasks and life in general gets too </span></span><span style="line-height: 21px;">overwhelming.</span></span></div>
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<b><u>Cardomom</u></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Latin Name:</b> Elettaria Cardamomum</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Country Of Origin:</b> Tropical Asia, Europe, Sri Lanka and Madagascar</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Obtained by:</b> Steam Distillation from the dried ripe fruit</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Safety Data:</b></span><span style="font-family: inherit; text-indent: -0.38in;">Non-toxic, Non Irritant, Non Sensitizing </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Action:</b> Antiseptic, Antispasmodic, Aphrodisiac, Carminative, Digestive, Diuretic, Stimulamt</span></div>
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<b style="font-family: inherit;">Benefits:</b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Used to improve </span>appetite<span style="font-family: inherit;"> , also used in treatment of anorexia, Colic, cramps, Flactulence, Halitosis, heartburn, Indigestion and Vomiting. It is a </span>beautiful<span style="font-family: inherit;"> oil to be used for treatment of mental fatigue and nervous strain</span></div>
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<b>The Oil and The Chakra:</b> Cardamom is the oil of stability. It is perfect to use when nervous exhaustion is meddling with our concentration and general contentment. It is relaxing yet helps us be determined. Cardomom also gives us 'Joie De Vivre'.<br />
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<b>Latin Name:</b> Salvia Sclarea</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Country of Origin:</b> South Europe,
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Obtained by:</b> Steam Distillation from
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Latin Name:</b> Salvia Sclarea</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Scent:</b> Sweet, Warm-Spicy</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Action:</b> Anti Inflammatory, Anti
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Benefits:</b> Helps to reduce excessive
production of sebum May be used to help greasy hair and dandruff. Reduces blood
pressure and relieves muscular pains. Relaxes spasms in bronchial tubes and
helps anxiety in asthmatics. Also helps with painful periods and is useful for
menopausal and menstrual problems. Can accelerate labour and is helpful in easing
post natal depression. Clary Sage lifts the spirits and is used for many
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit; line-height: 21px;"><b>The Oil and The Chakra:</b> I Chose this particular oil for our blend because this oil also resonates with our reproductive organs, balances hormones and is a very important essential oil for women’s reproductive issues. Spiritually Clary sage is inspiring. It stimulates the intuition and dream world without disconnecting one from the body. Giving us the power to soar whilst still staying deeply rooted.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Country Of Origin:</b> Comoros, Madagascar</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Obtained by</b>: Distilled fresh flowers
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Scent:</b> Rich, sweet, spicy-floral
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Safety Data: </b>May cause headaches and
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Action:</b> Relaxing, Uplifting and
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Benefits: </b>Ylang ylang is a sedative, euphoric,
anti spasmodic, circulatory stimulant, regulates sebum secretion, antiseptic.
It is used to regulate extreme emotions, low confidence, low libido,
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harmozing and balancing. It helps to harmonize masculine and feminine energies
and can help integrate the healing elements of the Divine Feminine. Ylang Ylang
also instils sexual confidence, insight and clear vision. It allows us to let
go of deep seated beliefs that hinder our growth and embrace Harmony, Peace and
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<b><i>Oooo what a ride !!!! How Beautiful life is when we manage
to find our place and purpose. </i></b><o:p></o:p></div>
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It all started 7 months ago when
I decided to throw in the towel, to leave the rat race , to give up security
and embrace passion, love and dedication. <o:p></o:p></div>
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I have been a qualified Aromatherapist
for 12 years now but I have always had to practise Aromatherapy in my free
time, as a part time, kind of a hobby. I was working full time as an Accounts
officer for a long number of years. This gave me security, it also gave me the
opportunity to continue to study, buy raw materials for me to work with and
obviously help with expenses at home. But I it never felt right. I always felt
dead. Something inside was missing. A void I could never fill. It got to be so
bad that I was getting physically sick and I was only in my element when I was
working with my oils and most importantly of all when I was working with
people, beautiful people. <o:p></o:p></div>
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My mum came to the rescue as
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Well she has been a TV presenter and producer for the last 35 years and she
came up with the idea of Producing and Presenting a Health Tv weekly programme
as a family. I was to have an Alternative Therapy section in the programme as
well. I was not thrilled at the idea at first as my self-esteem was never optimal
and the thought of standing in front of a camera gave me the shivers. But my
Mum is a very persuasive person and we gave it a go last year. This is the 2<sup>nd</sup>
year that our programme is running on local Tv Station One and it is doing
brilliantly. We grew as a family, as a team and it empowered me to the point
that with my husband’s support I decided to leave my full time job last August
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Guess what?? It was the best
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What amazes me the most is the
fact that from the day I took this decision opportunities keep presenting
themselves. It feels like I have opened a portal which was always there but
which I had never tapped into. Now I know what Paolo Coelho means by : ‘When
you really want something the whole universe conspires in helping you to
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So how am I spending my working
days now? Apart from managing my house, taking care of my family and all the
duties that go with all this and our weekly TV Programme, my main objective is
still raising awareness on Essential Oil Use at Home. I hold regular workshops
throughout the year and each time the participants ask for more so I am
currently working on that. Consultations, Blending, Research and Studying take
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<b><i>Well this is my Ride Home, The
place where I was always supposed to be. It feels right and I feel whole and
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<b><i>I am sometimes exhausted beyond repair but I’m Happy. <o:p></o:p></i></b></div>
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<b><i>I am Home and I am finally ME. </i></b><o:p></o:p></div>
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