Stress Management

The Most Effective Stress Reduction Techniques: Aromatherapy

When it comes to stress reduction techniques, there's a lot of things out there to try--some good and some not so good. But one stress reduction technique that's been proven time and time again to be effective is Aromatherapy.

Our sense of smell is one of the most powerful tools we have to combat the negativity of stress. An ocean breeze, the fresh smell of the forest after a rainfall, the pristine scent of a crisp winter morning - all of these can relax us and lift our spirit.

Essential oils allow us to bring the exhilarating scent of the outdoors into our indoor lives. Even though we must secure our windows to the cold of winter, just a few strategically placed sprays of an essential oil will take us right back to the stress free nature setting of our choice.

Essential Oil Combinations That Reduce Stress

To begin: Fill a mist spray bottle with purified water and then add your choice of the essential oils listed below.

Tighten the cap and shake the bottle well. The longer the mixture remains in the bottle; the more the scent will strengthen and the more potent it will become.

Here's a few recipes for some awesome oil combinations...

Essential Sunshine On A Rainy Day

50 drops of Lime essential oil 50 drops of Grapefruit essential oil 10 drops of Orange essential oil 10 drops of Patchouli essential oil Mix with 4 ounces of pure water

Essential Flower Garden In Spring

75 drops of Ylang-Ylang essential oil 25 drops of Orange essential oil 20 drops of Clove essential oil Mix with 4 ounces of pure water

Essential Tropical Rain Forest Paradise

40 drops of Pine essential oil 40 drops of Cajuput essential oil 20 drops of Cypress essential oil 20 drops of Sandalwood essential oil Mix with 4 ounces of pure water

Essential Spice Up Your Life

25 drops of Marjoram essential oil 25 drops of Sage essential oil 25 drops of Spearmint or Peppermint essential oil 25 drops of Clove essential oil 20 drops of Patchouli essential oil Mix with 4 ounces of pure water

Essential Room Disinfectant And Deodorizer

65 drops of Tea Tree essential oil 50 drops of Thyme essential oil 35 drops of Eucalyptus essential oil Mix with 4 ounces of pure water

When you feel particularly stressed and need a little extra boost, place the following blended oils into an aroma lamp with a small bit of pure water. Inhale deeply for best results.

Essential Breathe Free And Easy

5 drops of Lemon essential oil 5 drops of Pine essential oil 5 drops of Lavender essential oil 5 drops of Peppermint essential oil

Essential Freshen-Up The Room

5 drops of Lemon essential oil 5 drops of Tea Tree essential oil 5 drops of Sage essential oil 5 drops of Cajuput essential oil

Essential Carpet Refreshers

Mix one of these blends below in a wide mouthed glass jar and tighten cap. Let mixture sit for at least 24 hours. Sprinkle mixture over carpeting and let rest for 10 minutes. Vacuum.

Carpet Spruce Up #1

50 drops of Lime essential oil 30 drops of Orange essential oil 20 drops of Patchouli oil Mix with ½ cup baking soda

Carpet Spruce Up #2

30 drops of Eucalyptus essential oil 30 drops of Cinnamon essential oil 30 drops of Lemongrass essential oil 10 drops of Clove essential oil Mix with ½ cup of baking soda

Essential Furniture Polish Naturally

For a beautiful shine! Combine ingredients and polish gently.

10 drops of Ylang-Ylang essential oil 1 ounce of Jojoba carrier oil

Use these essential oil combinations as stress reduction techniques in your daily life and you will never have a blah, boring smell throughout your home ever again. And just watch the difference in how your mood changes!