I love using essential oils throughout the day. In the mornings I diffuse a fresh citrusy oil to get me going, then change over to a woody cove or cinnamon to ground and help me focus before an intense zoom meeting. However, during this time of pandemic, I have been feeling a range of emotions that have not been easy to identify, until I described my actions to a friend:

*needing to eat- or just chew something

*patting my feet on the floor

*abrupt sighing loudly

*staying up later and working longer hours to feel accomplished

When I heard myself, I immediately knew, I was demonstrating anxiety. Although I don’t personally feel fear, or any hardships at this time from the quarantine or pandemic… I know the uncertainty of it all is uncomfortable for a planner like myself.

The shifting dates, and continued cancellations of plans along with not knowing when this will be over has caused a subtle stress on my nervous system.

Now recognizing this, I am looking more inward (and up to God) but also have decided to review some of my oils to help support this process. Take a look HERE at this article and video’s to help you with your own anxious feels.

During this time, while coping with COVID-19 and all being thrust into “working” or “schooling” from home, anxiety is running high. I have decided to ramp-up my self-care to help protect my immune system and sanity! In addition to my prayers, meditation and yoga, a break in the day to gently massage my hands with Essential Oils have become a highlight each day.

I have used Essential Oils daily, from diffusing, spraying on my bed at nights and rubbing on my feet during the day- they are a huge part of my self care routine. However, I did not fully know their benefits or additional ways to use. My “go-to” favorite oils have been Orange, Lemon, Rose and Lavender. I rub these on my writs or temples.

Lavender, is great for relaxing and anxiety. I have many brands of Lavender Oil, but was confused to why they all smelled slightly different. Aren’t they same? Lavender Oil should ALL smell alike, right?

WELL! I was wrong. Once I looked at the ingredients on my bottles-I found the answer.

I embarked on a journey to understand how Essential Oils are made, how to use them properly and what are their true benefits. Before I begin to unpack all of what I learned, I invite you to begin here: “What are Essential Oils” .

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