A Mindful Plant Sit
Succeed: A Mindful Sit with Vetiver
Imagine the scent of vetiver enveloping you. It may feel earthy, rich, and grounding, like the soil after a gentle rain.
Shelia Murray
I discovered aromatherapy through massage school and never looked back. In addition to teaching aromatherapy courses, I support Aromahead students through case studies and research paper processes.
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The Plant Behind the Oil: Vetiver
The roots of Chrysopogon zizanioides are the source of vetiver essential oil, a highly valued product in the perfume and cosmetics industries.
Succeed: Pathways to Personal Growth - All You Need Is Love...
At first, the practice can feel a bit contrived, but after a few letters, I found it to be very therapeutic and a way to be kind to myself when the unkind internal voices can be rather brutal.
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The Plant Behind the Oil: Catnip
Nepeta cataria is known for its resilience and ability to grow in diverse environments.
A Mindful Plant Sit
A Mindful Sit with Tamala
I can think of multiple situations throughout my day where unhelpful thoughts can cling like packing peanuts, throwing off my balance, and clouding my judgment.
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The Plant Behind the Oil: Tamala
As a part of forest ecosystems, this species supports biodiversity by providing an excellent habitat for a large number of birds and small mammals, which facilitates its regeneration and contributes to the overall health of its environment.
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Tulsi October 2024 Replay
Thank you for joining us for our Thrive LIVE session with Tulsi. Whether you're watching it for the first time or again, we've created this page to revisit as often as you like.
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Mindful Sit with Tulsi
Now that you’ve found your comfortable quiet space, take a moment to move your body to work out any areas where you might notice any discomfort.
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The Plant Behind the Oil: Tulsi
If you have a friend or neighbor with an established Tulsi plant, you can simply take a cutting and remove any flowers, and a few leaves growing on the bottom of the stem.
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Too Much of a Good Thing?
It wasn’t long before I noticed that my head was aching and my stomach was nauseous.
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The Oil Within the Plant: Laurel Leaf
"The Laurel is a plant of extreme vitality: if cut down, it will regrow from roots that remain alive. Its essential oil expresses the same strength and vitality when put to therapeutic use.
A Mindful Plant Sit
A Mindful Sit with Sweet Marjoram
Take a deep breath in, inhaling the crisp, refreshing scent of the air around you. Feel the coolness of the air as you breathe in, filling your lungs with calmness and clarity. As you exhale, release any tension or worries that you may be carrying.
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The Plant Behind the Oil: Sweet Marjoram
Modern research supports several health benefits associated with sweet marjoram (herb).
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The Oil Within the Plant: Hops
It works by affecting certain pathways in the body that control pain and inflammation.
Personal Stories-Quick Tips
Desert Plants and Their Whisperings
In that moment I saw myself as sand sage, not necessarily the most physically beautiful plant to gaze upon but its tenacity to roll with life’s ups and downs while spreading its sweet message of love and support was quite reflective.
Botanicals & Infusions
Cooling Aloe for Sun-Kissed Skin
Ancient civilizations, including the Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans, prized it for its ability to heal wounds, soothe burns, and alleviate skin ailments.
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The Plant Behind the Oil: Bergamot Mint
Bergamot mint was used in folk magic to increase the flow of wealth to one’s life.
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