April 22, 2014
We are pleased to introduce a post by Evelyn Roberts. Growing up in rural Ontario, Evelyn spent many hours exploring and enjoying nature. She used to love gathering wildflowers, trying to preserve and sketch them. Aromatherapy has deepened Evelyn's appreciation and respect for mother nature and her healing potential. For nine years she has been a Certified Aromatherapist and a member of the Canadian Federation of Aromatherapists. As an Aromatherapist, she incorporates essential oils in the massages she offers, energy healing treatments and the natural remedies she creates. Evelyn loves to learn and continually look for ways to expand her gifts as a healer. As such she has studied mediation, nutrition, Aromatic Kinesiology and has become a Level 2 Reiki Practitioner. She believes that all of us at some point have faced stressful events, fears, spiritual and physical challenges. Her goal is to create a safe, healing space for each client that allows you to leave restored, revitalized and supported.
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As I navigate the twisty path of self awareness, meditation and my Clear Being workshops have revealed to me patterns and topics for contemplation. I recently came across the quote, Before I built a wall, I'd ask to know what I was walling in or walling out. Robert Frost This quote got me contemplating the walls I have and what purpose they serve. While my focus has been on resistance and my walls acting as barriers to a fuller, richer experience, once I read the Blossoming Heart Reflection for the oil this quote belonged to, I realized that walls can also be healthy such as when we create personal boundaries.
Ravensara smells similar to eucalyptus and contains 1,8cineole which is also found in eucalyptus. On a physical level, ravensara exhibits strong antiviral action, particularly against the flu, especially when combined with eucalyptus radiata. At the first signs of chills, shivers or tiredness, this is the first oil you should turn to. It is also highly effective in the treatment of bronchitis, rhinitis and sinusitis. It boosts the immune system and is an expectorant as well. Ravensara is also a good nerve tonic and can be used to revitalize people who suffer from physical or nervous fatigue.
On an emotional level, Ravensara teaches us about learning how to define one's boundaries. Defining and maintaining healthy boundaries is integral to self empowerment. As Robbi Zeck states in The Blossoming Heart, "Learn to say no! And remember "no" is a complete sentence. As we work with the energy of ravensara we move from a place of being tentative to a place of acting definite. We learn to become aware of our own needs and educate others how to treat us well.
When working with ravensara for emotional healing, place a drop of the oil in your palm or on a popsicle stick. Sit in quiet meditation and reflect on the affirmation, My boundaries are clearly defined. Ask yourself the following questions: Is there an area in your life where you feel taken advantage of in your relationships?, Do you find it difficult to say no? How could you set different boundaries? 1 As you allow each question to drop into your being like a pebble in the water, become aware of what images, emotions or insights come to you. Where do these emotions sit in your body. Allow yourself to be with whatever arises without judgement or action. Every time you find yourself faced with this challenge, incorporate ravensara into your routine by either adding a drop to a cotton ball and wearing it tucked in your bra, diffusing it, meditating with it, adding it to your bath and so on. Let ravensara remind you of the importance of setting healthy boundaries.
1. Zeck, Robbi. The Blossoming Heart: Aromatherapy for Healing and Transformation Aroma Tours, Australia 2008 pg 109.
To find out more about Evelyn's work, you can visit her website: www.fragrantmelody.com
*Photo courtesy of http://www.olio-essenziale.it/ravensara.html
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