Category: Aromatherapy

Coming Soon! 2018 Summer Aromatherapy

6/2/2018

Summer Aromatherapy is coming soon!

Savor new recipes, feel vibrant and inspired, and experience living in harmony with the seasons.

Summer Aromatherapy is based on healing traditions around the world, including Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Western Herbalism, and Aromatic Medicine.

You will receive:

Cooling Summer Gel for refreshing, deep relaxation & glowing skin
Seasonal tips and wisdom for feeling your best in Summer
Healthy, delicious, seasonally inspired recipes*

*Recipes for meals, snacks, and drinks such as Maca Berry Bliss Smoothie,
Corsican Omelette, Maple Dark Chocolate Cherries, and more!

Sign up by June 15th to receive the early bird pricing.

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“It was June, and the world smelled of roses.
The sunshine was like powdered gold over the grassy hillside.”

― Maud Hart Lovelace

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4 Reasons to Attend the 2018 NAHA Aromatherapy Conference

4/6/2018

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NAHA 2018 Beyond Aromatics Early Bird Conference

1. Visit the Red Butte Botanical Gardens. Located on-site at the University of Utah campus, the Red Butte Garden is stunning! Temperatures in October range from the 60's to 70's, making for ideal autumn weather to take a stroll. Make sure to visit the Fragrance Garden. You can drive, walk, or catch a free University shuttle to the garden.

2. Expand your knowledge. I'm especially looking forward to learning more about clinical Ayurveda aromatherapy, the therapeutic use of hydrosols, creating custom plant-based tincture blends, and so much more!

3. Shop the Trade Show. Chat with fellow aromatherapy enthusiasts as you discover hundreds of exotic essential oils and plant extracts from around the world. Take your favorites home with you!

4. Community. Reconnect with your aroma buddies! The NAHA community is warm and inclusive. If you've never been to a NAHA conference before, rest assured that you'll make inspiring new friends.

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Coming Soon! 2018 Winter Aromatherapy

12/29/2017

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Sweet smells wafting from the kitchen
spiced hot cocoa & warm fireplaces
mittens, hats, and boots . . .

Winter Aromatherapy is coming soon!

Savor new recipes, feel uplifted and inspired, and experience living in harmony with the seasons.
This program is nourishing, informative, and fun with a few surprises thrown in too!

Winter Aromatherapy is based on healing traditions around the world, including Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Western Herbalism, and Aromatic Medicine.

You will receive:

Warm Comforts Spritzer for joy, optimism & deep relaxation
Seasonal tips and wisdom for feeling your best in Winter
Healthy, comforting, seasonally inspired recipes

All promptly delivered right to your doorstep!

Sign up by Jan 15th to receive the early bird pricing.

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“Winter is the time for comfort, for good food and warmth, for the touch of a friendly hand and for a talk beside the fire: it is the time for home.”

Edith Sitwell

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Aromatherapy for Healing Grief and Loss

8/1/2017

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“There is a land of the living and a land of the dead and the bridge is love,
the only survival, the only meaning.”
- Thornton Wilder

Lately there are many people I know who are experiencing some kind of loss, including the death of a loved one. Two weeks ago I lost my beloved dog, Robey. I have turned to aromatherapy and my aromatic garden to help ease my heartache. One thing I've noticed about grief is that a new loss can reactivate prior, unhealed losses. Give yourself permission to mend it all. I hope these tips are helpful for you . . .

A Few of My Favorite Aromatics for Grief and Loss:

Rose - A must have oil for heartbreak and loss. Rose has an affinity to the heart and brings a sweet, gentle comfort. Available as an essential oil, an absolute, and a hydrosol (an aromatic water).
Helichrysum - Helpful for the initial shock and trauma that loss can bring. Apply one drop to the chest.
Neroli - Also known as orange blossom, this exquisite oil is soothing and calming to the nervous system. It assists in the relief of repressed emotions and promotes a lightness of being.
Roman Chamomile - Calms anger. Soothes restlessness and irritability.
Blue Lotus - A rare and precious absolute with a delicate, otherworldly fragrance. "The lotus symbolizes the purity of the spiritual life of man, for as the flowers have their roots in the water, but float above in sunlight, so the soul of man rises above the earth life." - Eleanor Rohde
Lavender - Lavender is a classic for a reason! Gently calms and aides restful sleep.
Cypress - A great oil for going forward when one feels weary. Gives strength, centers, and helps one cope with and accept difficult change.
Frankincense - Stills the mind and is helpful for meditation, contemplation, and prayer.

Feel free to contact me if you have any questions or would like a custom tailored aromatherapy blend for your unique situation. I also make an aromatherapy spritzer called Ethereal Light that features Blue Lotus and other healing oils for loss.

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3 Reasons to Join NAHA in 2017

3/2/2017

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1. Subscription to NAHA's Aromatherapy Journal.
The quarterly e-journal is filled with articles written by the world's leading aromatherapy experts.
I love their aromatherapy blending recipes (you can find some of my own recipes in the journal too!)

2. Community.
The NAHA community is warm and welcoming. You can make new friends and network at our NAHA state meetings. I serve as the Illinois District Director and would love to see you at our Spring 2017 meeting which will be held in the North Chicago area. Feel free to contact me with any questions. As a NAHA member, you can also join in on live, educational aromatherapy webinars which are held online every month.

3. Attend the 2018 NAHA Aromatherapy Conference!
Our last conference was held in Salt Lake City, Utah. The event was so outstanding that NAHA has decided to hold it there again for the 2018 conference. You will love the Red Butte Botanical Garden on campus. 2018 will be here before you know it. Mark your calendar!

Here are some pictures from our last conference . . .

Join NAHA today and save $10.00 on NEW Membership
To learn more, visit:

naha.org/?/membership/become-a-member

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Building Ojas (Vitality) in 2017

1/10/2017

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Ayurveda is an ancient traditional healing modality from India. My clinical aromatherapy education included learning an Ayurvedic perspective on wellness.

According to Ayurvedic medicine, Ojas represents our wellness, vigor, and vitality. You could also say it's what gives us a "glow" that radiates out to others.

As I continue to delve into Ayurveda, I've discovered that certain practices really do add to my life and wellness. I hope you will find these tips useful!

Ways to Build Ojas:

Loving others
Laughing
Acting on what you are passionate about
Giving and serving others
Yoga
Abhyanga (self massage with warm herbal oils)
Aromatherapy
Meditation
Nasal breathing exercises
Being in nature
Practice surrendering to what is
Keep good company - surround yourself with positive, compassionate people
Eating fresh, wholesome foods in a relaxed manner
Getting ample rest – 7-8 hours of sleep with the cycles (up early, to bed early)
Eating dates and ghee (in moderate quantites)
Drinking golden milk. My favorite version consists of almond milk, raw honey, loads of turmeric, a pinch of black pepper, and adaptogenic herbs.

If you are interested in more Ayurvedic wisdom, take a look at my personal aromatherapy consultations. I offer an Ayurvedic intake and blends that are custom tailored to your own dosha (your unique constitution).

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Favorite Essential Oil Diffusor Blends for Winter

12/25/2016

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Winter scene with a blue sky and snow covered trees.

Winter can be a challenging season, but it is also a peaceful time with an opportunity for rest and inward reflection. I find that creating a feeling of coziness helps me savor winter. I love lighting beeswax candles and gazing out the window at the majestic, quiet trees.

Inhalation of essential oils reduces stress, promotes relaxation, and supports a healthy immune system. Diffusing also helps lift the winter blues.

I hope you enjoy trying out these Winter essential oil diffusor recipes!

Gingerbread Manor
5 drops of ginger
2 drops of clove bud
2 drops of cinnamon bark
1 drop of black pepper

Citrus Bliss
5 drops of red mandarin
3 drops of pink grapefruit
2 drops of tangerine

Winter Immune Support
(for healthy adults only)
4 drops of sweet orange
3 drops of ravintsara
2 drops of elemi
1 drop of clove bud

Joyful & Energizing
(for healthy adults only)
7 drops of pink grapefruit
3 drops of holy basil (tulsi)

Heart Opening
5 drops of bergamot
3 drops of rose
2 drops of patchouli

Do you have a favorite essential oil or blend for Winter?
Feel free to share in the comments below!

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Aromatherapy Tips for Travel

9/7/2016

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If you're traveling soon, don't forget about the benefits of aromatherapy for your trip!

If you're traveling by plane, it's helpful to know that most essential oils cans be taken with you in your carry on luggage. I have traveled with 5 and 15ml bottles with no problem. Larger aromatherapy blends can be stored in your suitcase; I recommend wrapping the blends in bubble wrap and then placing them inside a ziplock bag.

Here are some of the essential oils & aromatherapy blends that I like to travel with:

Essential Oils:

Lavender - Aids sleep and soothes anxiety. Also fantastic for bug bites.
Fennel - Supports healthy digestion. (Not suitable for all individuals, so check with a qualified aromatherapist).
Saro - A powerful, anti-infectious oil that provides amazing immune support.
Helichrysum - In case of minor injuries and accidents, helichrysum saves the day! This versatile oil also soothes emotional distress and upsets.
Geranium - Helpful for jet lag and restores emotional equilibrium.
Tea Tree - Disinfects small cuts and scrapes.

Do you have questions about how to safely and effectively use these essential oils?
Feel free to contact me.

I also suggest trying one of my ready-made aromatherapy blends below:

Aromatherapy Blends:

Cooling Summer Gel - Useful for a multitude of ailments including bug bites, mild sunburns, aching muscles, headaches, anxiety, and insomnia.

Herbal Remedies:

Gin Gins - Ginger candies that are excellent for soothing an upset stomach.
Fennel seeds - If you don't have fennel essential oil, fennel seeds are easy to slip into a ziplock bag. I chew on a few seeds after dining out and they're very helpful for keeping my stomach settled and happy.

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Dear Reader,

Which essential oils and aromatherapy blends do you use while traveling?

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7 Reasons to Attend the 2016 NAHA Aromatherapy Conference

7/25/2016

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1. Visit a new state. This year the conference will be held in Salt Lake City, Utah. Temperatures in October range from the mid 60's to mid 70's, making for ideal autumn weather. The conference will take place from Oct. 20-23, 2016 at the University of Utah Conference Center.

2. Experience the art and science of essential oil distillation. Eric Scott Bresselsmith from House of Aromatics will be leading a live distillation workshop!

3. Visit the Red Butte Botanical Gardens. Located on-site at the University of Utah campus, the Red Butte Garden is one of the top attractions in Salt Lake City. Visit their Fragrance Garden while you're there.

4. Fall in love with aromatherapy. Whether you're brand new to aromatherapy or you're a seasoned pro, there's always fresh inspiration at a NAHA aromatherapy conference. The top experts from all over the world will be there, including Robert Tisserand, Jade Shutes, Gabriel Mojay, and more.

5. Smell hundreds of essential oils from all over the world. Find a few you love? Take them home! You'll discover exotic essential oils that you never even knew existed.

6. Take a post-conference workshop. This year's topics include Aromatic Medicine and Alchemy and Medicine for the Soul.

7. Make new friends. Making new friends is inevitable at a NAHA conference; the community is warm, kind, and inclusive. Be sure to say hello if you see me there - I'd truly love to meet you!

To learn more about the conference, visit: nahaconference.com

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Favorite Essential Oil Diffusor Blends for Summer

7/17/2016

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As summer unfolds, we start to become aware that it won't last forever. Take a moment to savor the unique beauty of the season. Immerse your senses in its radiance.

Lately, the temperatures have been soaring and I appreciate some good downtime indoors.
I invite you to curl up with a good book, iced hibiscus tea, and your favorite essential oil diffusor.
Listen to the cicadas sing as these diffusor blends unfurl their ephemeral aromas . . .

Summer Stillness
7 drops of lavender
2 drops of roman chamomile
1 drop of vetiver

Garden Dreams
4 drops of lime
2 drops of basil
3 drops clary sage
1 drop of spearmint

Pacify Pitta
4 drops of geranium
2 drops of vetiver
4 drops of lime

Sunset Meditation
2 drops of sandalwood
2 drops of myrrh
6 drops red mandarin

Spirit Wing
1 drop of everlasting
2 drops of neroli
7 drops of lemon

Do you have a favorite essential oil or blend for Summer?
Feel free to share in the comments below!

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