subject: Minimizing Stressful Feelings Using Aromatherapy [print this page] There seems to be no limit to the amount of times the word "stress" is used. It has turned into a part of our daily language. but what thus it stands for?
To be bothered by stress means that you are very tense and sooner or later this could lead to a more serious physical or mental ailment. Stress can also be called "nervous tension". When we face a situation that puts more demands on us than what we can handle we are in what is commonly referred to as a stressful situation. This condition of stress is happening so much that the medical profession has now considered how serious it is when they have many discussions and meetings about this topic. Today, it is acknowledged to pose a real danger to health. Stress can kill and you must learn to control it before it controls you.
Aromatherapy influences the nervous system, which is our most delicate system and this is irritated more easily in the current world. In the same way we cannot control the beating of our heart, we cannot control our nervous system. Aromatherapy massage instantly calms the recipient because it works with the pressure points on both sides of the spine which acts like a group of tiny power supplies to make energy. You can become relaxed like this.
When used during facial and body massages, the essential oils work in two different ways. Initially they work by scent, then skin absorption takes place, where it makes its way into the bloodstream. They are strong tools in the battle against stress. Essential oils are a great option since they soothe and restore balance. These are oils like bergamot, chamomile, lavender, marjoram, neroli, orange, petitgrain and vetivert. You can use these as a single essential oil preparation with a vegetable oil such as jojoba or soya bean or seasame or St John's wort or wheat germ, it can also be used in a combination of two or three essential oils with a vegetable oil.
A great way for you to reduce some of the stress in your life is to enjoy an aromatherapy bath with soothing essential oils at least three times a week. If you haven't time to take a bath, even bathing your feet can help or moistening your skin with water containing a drop of essential oil. Also, one drop of vertivert, which is considered the "essential oil of tranquility" will eliminate a whole lot of tension when massaged counter clockwise to the solar plexus. Do this first thing each day and last thing at night.
Furthermore, it's fine to take an afternoon off; where one should consume a small meal, take a scented bath, and go to bed a bit before their usual time accompanied by reading or listening to music. This aids in your rejuvenation. Oil diffusers placed in the bedroom can be beneficial when you are trying to relax. Use bergamot, chamomile, lavender or neroli, which are calming oils. A herbal tea can work well before sleep; use lime blossom, lemon, verbena, melissa, skullcap, or marjoram.
Proper nutrition is beneficial for coping with stress. Stay away from red meat, white flour, processed foods and sugary foods plus restrict the amount of fat you eat. As far possible, consume healthy natural food comprising of fiber and nutrients. Meditation has benefits for some people. You can benefit from just a quarter of an hour each day earmarked as your time to distress.
