Aromatherapy

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Hi Anne,

I have looked up some website for you:

http://www.anandaapothecary.com/articles/essential-oils-depression.html

Essential Oils for Uplifting the Spirit Following are some oils that have a reputation for up-lifting Shen, enhancing prana, nourishing ojas, and brightening tejas - combinations that may have marked effects on symptoms of depression. These oils can be used alone or in combination in a nebulizing diffuser (producing a fine mist of oils for inhalation), or in aromatherapy massage, thereby inhaled and absorbed through the skin concurrently.

Bergamot (pressed from the peels of bitter oranges) has a strong reputation for its ability to gently uplift. In terms of Chinese medicine, this is a direct result of its smoothing the flow of Liver-Qi ('Chi' or Life Force), the liver being thought of as the seat of the eternal soul. Bergamot combines the ability to both relax the nerves and refresh the Spirit; it is suitable for many types of depressive states.

Neroli (from the flower of bitter oranges), like Bergamot, regulates the Qi - and like Jasmine flower oil, comforts the mind and heart. Neroli is called for at a core level, for the type of depression that comes from nervous and emotional exhaustion. Neroli uplifts the mind and Spirit with its potential to nourish and unify. Neroli assists in retrieving and releasing repressed emotions, with potential to nourish and unify a fragmented psyche. Neroli is specifically indicated for individuals who, in order to escape from emotional pain and suffering, cut themselves off from their feelings and senses.

The Chamomiles (German and Roman) are wonderful oils to use when the depression manifests in a moody, irritable, dissatisfied outward expression associated with stagnant Liver-Qi. These flower oils are earthy, rich, and grounding with subtle uplifting qualities.

When depression is of a Fire (overly aggressive) nature, it often involves an imbalance of joy and love - the root emotions of the heart and mind. Joy is an extension of Shen’s (spiritual essence's) innate sense of harmony and perfection, an experience of emotional and spiritual well-being. The depression that afflicts the heart and Shen involves a loss of one’s natural sense of joy. There is often an accompanied lack of enthusiasm and interest as well as an inability to become inspired. Rose otto – steam distilled rose essential oil – or Rose Absolute may have a profound effect on this state. Rose is thought the premier heart opening aromatic, bringing joy, uplifting and restoring balance.

What follows are a few recipes for uplifting and releasing depressed emotional states – use your intuition to find the right one. Often, the single essential oil or blend you find most attractive will be the one that serves you best. Experiment, explore, and have fun with these fantastic gifts of nature. These blends may be used in a diffuser or candle lamp, unless where a carrier oil is indicated – blends with carriers are intended specifically for aromatherapy massage (self-massage is very effective, as well as a simple massage from a friend or loved one).

For opening the heart:

1 part Rose3 parts Sandalwood1 part Sweet Orange or Bergamot

3 parts Jasmine1 part Ylang Ylang1 part Sandalwood

Brightening, refreshing and uplifting:

3 parts Bergamot1 part Ylang Ylang1 part Grapefruit

2 parts Bergamot2 parts Clary Sage1 part incense

3 parts Bergamot or Sweet Orange2 parts Clary Sage

2 parts incense1 part Lemon1 part either Jasmine or Neroli

Nourishing:

1 part (Roman) Chamomile1 part Vanilla10 parts r oil of choice

Floral and earthy (uplifting and softening to Spirit):

1 part Neroli1 part Vanilla1 part Orange1 part Sandalwood

When feeling bitter and brooding:

1 part Chamomile1 part Bergamot1 part Helichrysum

http://ezinearticles.com/?Depression-Relief---Best-Essential-Oils-to-Use-and-Why & id=574944

http://www.holisticonline.com/remedies/Depression/dep_aromatherapy.htm

From: vanadeux <vanadeux@...>Subject: [ ] Re:Aromatherapy Date: Wednesday, May 13, 2009, 4:39 AM

Any suggestions for essential oils..to use topically to help depression?

I have been researching young living oils..these are expensive..but are they actually higher quality than others?

thank you

Anne