Case Study: Fragonia™
Sarah, a 32-year-old client in her second trimester of pregnancy (week 21), came to the aromatherapist experiencing persistent upper respiratory congestion.
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May 2025: Plai Recap and Test Your Knowledge Quiz
This month, we've explored Plai's cooling, grounding gifts, uncovered the vibrant life behind the oil, and peeked ahead to an upcoming Plant Sit meditation with Oregano. Each piece offers a chance to deepen your connection to the plants, the oils, and yourself.
A Mindful Plant Sit with Plai
I have such a strong visceral response, wishing I were a genie with the magical powers to make myself small and able to transport myself down into the bottle.
The Oil within the Plant: Plai
The plant has traditionally been used as a culinary ingredient in cooking and in folk medicine to treat digestive and respiratory issues and pain.
Implement: Case Study with Oregano
Gloria has taken on the loving challenge of caring for her mother, Caroline, who has dementia. Caroline has always had a kind, calm demeanor, but recently Gloria has noticed her mother becoming more agitated.
The Plant Behind the Oil: Oregano
Oregano has long been valued for its medicinal benefits. It possesses potent antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral properties, primarily due to its high content of carvacrol and thymol.
Implement: Case Study - Guarding against MRSA
Miguel's teammate developed a MRSA infection on his leg. Miguel wants to avoid getting one.
The Oil Within the Plant: Benchmark Thyme
As an ACP student, I progressed through the lessons, growing more and more confident with these beautiful, gentle oils when…WHAM…I hit the phenols. Phrases like "very irritating to the skin" and "must be used carefully" scared the bejeebers out of this aroma newbie!
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.