Using Goddess Oils to Balance the Chakras

Sometimes when you find an unbalanced or closed chakra, you can do some meditation or visualization to help unblock the chakra. You want them spinning and aligned properly, but the stress of life will get them out of alignment. There are some oil blends that may help with this problem. You can mix these up by using 30 drops of the specific oil to half an ounce of either Jojoba or Sweet Almond Oil. You could also add these into the bath or add a candle underneath and let them seep into the air around you. You should only use a certain blend of fragrances for about a week. After that, your nose will become used to the smell. Although you should see some improvement within the week.

The oils you can blend for each chakra are as follows:
Root: Yang Yang, Rosewood, Frankincense
Sacral: Jasmine
Solar Plexus: Lemon, Grapefruit, Mandarin
Heart: Rose, Geranium
Throat: Sandalwood, Myrrh, Chamomile
Third Eye: Sage, Lavender, Rosemary
Crown: Frankincense, Rosewood

Areas to anoint with oils:
Root: Lower pelvic area, Buttocks Goddess: Hera Color: Red
Sacral: Lower back, pelvic area Goddess: Aphrodite Color: Orange
Solar Plexus: Underneath the rib cage Goddess: Persephone Color: Yellow
Heart: Chest area Goddess: Demeter Color: Green
Throat: Front and back of neck Goddess: Athena Color: Blue
Third Eye: Between the eyes Goddess: Artemis Color: Indigo
Crown: Top of the head Goddess: Hestia Color: White

After mixing and applying, you can chant the goddess’ name and visualize the colors that go along with the chakras. Depending on the amount of the blockage, it will take from one to seven days for it to open back up. Listen to your intuition and pay attention to your dreams. The answers you seek will be found within yourself.

The Home Aromatherapy Spa for Ultimate Enjoyment

After a long day at work or if you have been at home with the children and it has been a difficult and trying time, your thoughts may turn to the prospect of treating yourself to some well-deserved pampering. However, If you figure the cost of going to a spa for a day or a weekend break, then it may turn out to be a fairly expensive venture, albeit one that is luxurious. But there are less expensive alternatives to visiting a spa, where the benefits are just as good plus you get to save money in your pocket. Why not create the perfect home aromatherapy spa?

It is much more fun and it’s easy to do.

If you are going to create a home aromatherapy spa then it is worthwhile to plan your treatments ahead of time, know who else is going to be attending, what specific treatments you are going to have to make up and working out the costs. If cost is an issue then try making two or three different but more economical treatments.

Make sure you clear a room and have it set out ready for your spa. Make it clean and tidy; getting rid of any clutter so that you can create the right atmosphere before you begin your all-important preparations is vital. For a spa to be successful it needs the right ambiance, you can light candles, have incense or oils burning and suddenly, you are feeling ready to relax and unwind.

Whether the spa is just for yourself or if you are planning to invite others, ensure that you know just how to create the recipes needed and that they are fairly simple to make. If others are attending, check that no one is allergic to certain things like nuts as if you are using almond oil, they may get a reaction.

There are so many aromatherapy spa recipes available but here are some samples:

Eye oil to moisturize the area just underneath the eyes.

30 ml jojoba oil
5 drops rose essential oils
5 drops of chamomile oil

Mix all the ingredients together and then store in a small dark glass bottle, preferably one with a dropper. This oil is ready to use for when skin is cleansed.

Rose refresher for tired eyes

Rose water-kept chilled

Dilute two tablespoons of rose water with two tablespoons of cold water. Thoroughly soak some cotton wool in the mixture and apply to closed eyelids.

Aromatherapy moisturizing oil

7 drops lavender essential oil
3-4 drops geranium essential oil
30 ml jojoba oil

Mix the ingredients together in a dark glass bottle with a dropper. This is now ready to use and will moisturize and soothe skin.

Creating an aromatherapy spa in your own home is incredibly easy and great fun, it can be done when you are on your own as a complete pick-me up and pampering session or it can be a fun spa with family and select friends. Not only can you enjoy the creative process, your home treatments will make you feel fantastic too.

Aromatherapy Recipes for Skincare

We all spend an increasing amount of money each year on different skincare products, all of which offer us the opportunity to look younger and hold back the ravages of time. Many of the skincare products we purchase can contain harsh chemical ingredients, so from a holistic point of view, we are sabotaging our bodies in the effort to look good.

Aromatherapy is a holistic approach to living a natural life and finding inner peace and a healthy balance in general. Many people will have heard about aromatherapy massages and may have even experienced a massage from a qualified therapist at some point, but there is an almost overlooked side to aromatherapy and that is, that the essential oils used can make some skincare products that are wonderful and kind even to sensitive skin.

Surprisingly, they are not even difficult to make and the cost is minimal too. Investing in some quality pure essential oils is a must however, so before spending a lot of money on buying large quantities of oils from your local health store, it is advisable to read up on the oils and aromatherapy recipes first and just choose a select few.

There are numerous publications and articles all advocating the benefits of making your own skincare products, but many people either do not realize just how easy it is or simply find it hard to fit in another task into their busy days. There are many aromatherapy recipes available and initially it is wise to try out existing recipes rather than creating your own, at least until there is a firm understanding of the oils and their individual qualities.

Aromatherapy Recipe 1.

Enriching Nail Oil

2 teaspoon almond oil
1 teaspoon apricot-seed oil
1 400 IU capsule vitamin E oil

Mix the ingredients together and add to a small bottle. Use each morning and evening to help nails become less brittle and dry.

Aromatherapy Recipe 2

Moisturizing Hand Crème

5 drops of lavender oil
1 teaspoon almond oil

Add to a bowl of water and soak hands for ten minutes.

Aromatherapy Recipe 3

Moisturizing Body Oil

2 fl oz jojoba oil
10 drops grapefruit oil
15 drops lavender oil

Add ingredients together in a small bottle and rub a few drops into skin after bathing or showering. Rub into damp skin for maximum effect.

These sample recipes are only a small sample of those, which are available in various different publications. Learn to replace those harsh skincare products which are manufactured on a large scale, instead, satisfy the natural you, by creating your own skincare products.

Aromatherapy Oil Supplies

Aromatherapy has been used in a holistic way for centuries and now this ancient natural complimentary therapy is gaining even more popularity as we all become aware of the benefits available if we incorporate it into our daily lives.

The oils are obtained from flowers, trees, leaves, roots and stems by way of steam distillation. When purchasing aromatherapy oil supplies it is important to ensure that the oils are pure as there are less expensive versions, which are not as conducive to good health.

Most people will have heard of an aromatherapy massage and may have even enjoyed the experience; apart from the benefits of general relaxation, the oils are absorbed through the skin and then into the blood stream improving the circulation of the blood. Essential oils can also be used in a number of different ways too, such as in crèmes and lotions, in diffusers and oil burners. They can be used at home or in the office and provide an instant pick-me up if the correct oils are used.

There is an abundance of information relating to this therapy through books, DVD’s, magazines and numerous articles on the Internet, so it may seem like information overload to the complete beginner. But in reality, very little basic knowledge is required initially when just starting to learn how to use aromatherapy. In the first instance, it is worth checking just what aromatherapy oil supplies are required, obviously essential oils will be needed but which ones are dependent on the task you require them for. If it is for massage purposes and for healing, then it is worth reading up on the individual properties for each oil, in addition to the oils, you will need a good base oil such as sweet almond or grape oil as most oils are not to be used directly on the skin. If you wish to use the oils in a burner or diffuser, then choose the oils by scent and not necessarily for their healing properties.

Aromatherapy oil supplies can be obtained from many reputable sources; it is worth shopping around so that you get the best deal for you. There are also good starter packs, which will give you all the basics to get going. Travel packs and wooden storage boxes are useful too as oils need to be kept out of direct light be it artificial or natural daylight.

Keep all of your aromatherapy oil supplies in a safe place and they will last for a long time. Remember though that just because they are natural products, this does not mean they are automatically safe to use on everyone. The oils should not be taken internally, used on young children or babies without knowing a great deal about applying and mixing oils for young skin and other supplies such as candles and oil burners should be kept out of reach from little fingers.

Aromatherapy and it’s many uses can be an addictive practice, so it is worth while investing in the best aromatherapy oil supplies as possible and gaining a healthy respect of this therapy right from the start.

Does Alternative Medicine Work?

In today’s modern times, many of us no longer believe in alternative medicine, natural remedies, the use of herbs or anything that does not involve the use of traditional modern medicine. We have made so many advances in modern day medicine, that most of us don’t trust or want to believe in anything else. The question I ask myself constantly is; “if traditional medicine has become so much better than other alternative, more natural medicine, Why are we still getting sick?” Why do some people get better when they use alternative medicines? Why do traditional medical professionals see so many ¨unexplained healings,¨ as they like to call them. Is it all because of miracles, or is it thanks to Alternative medicine?

Natural medicine does work! Or at least I am one of those believers. But as even the best alternative medicine professionals believe, it should be used in conjunction with traditional medicine. Natural, or alternative medicines allow your body to heal itself, and to balance itself out, without the use of so many chemicals. Even studies done by traditional medicine experts show that many life threatening diseases like cancer, diabetes, and heart problems are caused by stress and anxiety. If the cause is stress, and they agree that one of the best ways to fight this stress and anxiety is through alternative medicine, then how can they also say that alternative medicine doesn’t work. Why do so many in the medical profession say that alternative medicine doesn’t work? Well, your guess is as good as mine! But whether it’s the natural medicine, herbs, therapies or just the patients faith, what is true that something is working, and it’s more than just traditional medicine.

Recently, in a conversation with a friend, who was once a stage IV cancer patient, I asked him what he attributed his healing too. This man should be dead, he is in the 3% survivor rate and was stage four! He told me the doctors had sent him home and told him to make his final plans. Instead he used his faith, tried alternative medicine and is still alive today! If you ask him, whether he believes in alternative medicine or not, he will say, ¨I don’t know what I believe in, but I am still here. Does that answer your question?” ¨It might have been the natural herbal treatment I take, it might be people’s prayers, it might even be traditional medicine. The good thing is I’m still here for a few more years and enjoying every minute of it! I don’t think I could have ever written a better analogy as to the effectiveness of alternative medicine.

The truth is that there are two types of people. Those who truly believe in the natural healing wonders of alternative medicines, and others who believe that natural medicine is a matter of “old wives tales” and these old techniques that have no effect at all.

It is difficult to say which is true and which is not. But we are left with something to consider. If alternative medicines do not work, then why have they been around for thousands of years, and why do we still use them? Why do people who use them, survive life threatening diseases? Is it truly just a matter of faith, or is there really something to these alternative medicine techniques? Those questions I will leave you to answer.

Alternative Medicines

Today there is a much higher focus on using holistic remedies to treat various medical issues. This is due to the increasing awareness of the general public of negative side effects caused by synthetic drugs. While in some cases synthetic and chemically based drugs may be necessary, it is often advisable to look toward alternative treatments first in order to affect positive results in a natural manner. In order to do this, though, alternative medicine resources must be found. Alternative medicine resources include both educational materials as well as actual treatment products. Because of the increased awareness of holistic remedies, alternative medicine resources are much more readily available today.

Alternative medicine resources are found in the form of educational materials. These can be articles, websites, books, cookbooks, herbal guides and brochures among others. Today, these alternative medicine resources can be found in many places. It is important to use these tools in order to educate yourself about the various benefits of using holistic medicine in general. It is also beneficial to avail yourself of these alternative medicine resources in order to learn about specific treatments for your actual issue.

Libraries are a great place to find alternative medicine resources and it costs nothing but some time to research. Check out your local community or school library for alternative medicine resources. Bookstores have a wealth of information and this is a great place to purchase books on alternative medicine resources, especially general ones that can be used as guides for multiple problems. Health and fitness magazines can offer some wonderful articles pertaining to benefits of herbal remedies as well as giving specifics on particular ailments or enhancements to your body. Health food stores and fitness centers often have brochures available also giving tips on particular vitamins, minerals, oils and herbs. Using these alternative medicine resources will allow you to become better informed as to what treatments are available to you.

When considering alternative medicine resources do not forget to ask your medical professional also. While traditional physicians often use synthetic drugs and chemically based medications, many more are also researching benefits of holistic remedies and are much more open to this possibility. Even if not, there are herbalists and holistic healers available for consultation. Using as many of the alternative medicine resources available as possible will help you determine the best course of action for you.

Of course, no alternative medicine resources would be complete without knowing exactly where to find these treatments. When looking for alternative medicine resources in the form of the actual product, there are various places to look. Alternative medicine resources are readily available in health food stores as well as diet and nutrition centers. You can find vitamins, herbs, supplements and oils in these retail locations. Other alternative medicine resources can be found in your local grocery store as many now have an herbal section or aisle. Finally, alternative medicine resources can be found in abundance online. This is an inexpensive and convenient way to seek out and purchase all your alternative medicine resources that you need.