Just
as the seasons change, changes occur in our
own lives. Change can bring growth, just like
the new growth of Spring.
During
these times, we can look towards specific remedies
to assist us on our path. Flower essences and
essential oils are two ways that we can utilize
the gifts of the Earth to help us in our times
of change.
Flower
Essences
Flower essences are remedies which work on a
vibrational or energetic level. We, and everything
in the Universe vibrates. At times, vibrational
imbalances can occur and flower essences are
one way to help re-create balance. Generally,
they are taken internally, in drops, or can
be gently misted into the air.
Alternatively, they can be added to creams,
as in some of the Australian Bush Flower Essence
products, or can be added to water or juices.
As some other remedies may contraindicate with
medications, flower essences do not.
Essential
Oils
Essential oils, the concentrated, volatile
oils of plants, can also be helpful in assisting
us in times of change. Our sense of smell is
very strong, and we, as humans, can differentiate
between 10,000 scents. Each person may be attracted
or repelled by certain aromas, as our brain
retains the memories of previous experiences
involving those aromas. For example, if a person
was brought up in a loving manner, with kind,
attentive parents, and Mom baked pies laced
with cinnamon, and the day was filled with happiness,
the aroma of cinnamon might bring loving memories
and feelings to the person as an adult. However,
if Mom only baked pies when she was in a rotten
frame of mind, didn’t enjoy the process
and let everyone know it, the scent of cinnamon
might not be as pleasant to that same person.
Some essential oils can be relaxing and calming
to the senses, thus assisting in times of change,
and yet others can be stimulating or refreshing,
also helpful in such times in life.
It’s
Spring Again!
