Meditating With Essential Oils
Meditation is not exclusive to any one particular culture or religious/spiritual group. Generally speaking, meditation induces a sense of relaxation leading one to become receptive to enlightenment.
Whereas prayer is the state of speaking to God or the Divine, either out loud or silently, meditation is the state of silently and calmly listening to hear insight, enlightenment and empowerment from our Divine creator. Meditation allows us to relax our minds, focus upon a particular point of reference and take a mini-vacation from the stresses of the day.
Proper use of essential oils during meditation can enhance the experience by grounding you and promoting a sense of calm. Essential oils like Vetiver, Sandalwood, Cedarwood, Patchouli are considered grounding. Other oils like Clary Sage, Lavender and Roman Chamomile act as natural sedatives and can enhance the relaxed state of meditation. Oils like Helichrysum and Frankincense are said to enhance enlightenment and a spiritual connection with the divine.
Use the below diffuser blends as starting ideas for creating your own personal meditation blends
Grounding Meditation Diffuser Blend
Combine equal proportions of the following essential oils in a diffuser and diffuse as you would other essential oil blends:
Combine equal proportions of the following essential oils in a diffuser and diffuse as you would other essential oil blends:
Combine equal proportions of the following essential oils in a diffuser and diffuse as you would other essential oil blends:
Essential Oils for Spirituality
Aromatic herbs and oils, including essential oils, have been an integral part of the spiritual practices of many religions and cultures throughout history. Below are a list of some of the essential oils associated with paritcular spiritual applications.
This is not intended to be a complete list. If a particular essential oil personally speaks out to you, consider incorporating it within your own spiritual practices.
Biblical Essential Oils
Below is a list of the aromatic botanicals mentioned in the Bible. These botanicals were used to make anointing oils, perfumes, incense, medicinals, hair oils, skin care products of the day and/or other natural aromatics. A majority of the natural botanicals mentioned in the Bible are now commonly distilled into essential oils
Frankincense, Myrrh, Juniper, Cypress, Fir, Cinnamon, Cassia, Cedarwood
Grounding Essential Oils
Cedarwood, Frankincense, Myrrh, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Vetiver
Cleansing/Purifying Essential Oils
Cypress, Juniper Berry, Lemon, Lime, Myrrh, Peppermint, Spearmint, Cedarwood
Essential Oils to Use When Expressing Gratitude/Giving Thanks
Bergamont, Grapefruit, Jasmine, Lemon, Lime, Orange, Ylang Ylang
Essential Oils for Englightenment
Cypress, Frankincense, Helichrysum, Rosemary, Sandalwood
Essential Oils to Cope with Grief
Frankincense, Helichrysum, Rose, Sandalwood
Other Essential Oils Said to Aid Spirituality
Cassia, Cinnamon, Clove, Ginger, Lavender,
Meditation is not exclusive to any one particular culture or religious/spiritual group. Generally speaking, meditation induces a sense of relaxation leading one to become receptive to enlightenment.
Whereas prayer is the state of speaking to God or the Divine, either out loud or silently, meditation is the state of silently and calmly listening to hear insight, enlightenment and empowerment from our Divine creator. Meditation allows us to relax our minds, focus upon a particular point of reference and take a mini-vacation from the stresses of the day.
Proper use of essential oils during meditation can enhance the experience by grounding you and promoting a sense of calm. Essential oils like Vetiver, Sandalwood, Cedarwood, Patchouli are considered grounding. Other oils like Clary Sage, Lavender and Roman Chamomile act as natural sedatives and can enhance the relaxed state of meditation. Oils like Helichrysum and Frankincense are said to enhance enlightenment and a spiritual connection with the divine.
Use the below diffuser blends as starting ideas for creating your own personal meditation blends
Grounding Meditation Diffuser Blend
Combine equal proportions of the following essential oils in a diffuser and diffuse as you would other essential oil blends:
- Sandalwood or Patchouli
- Frankincense
- Bergamot
Combine equal proportions of the following essential oils in a diffuser and diffuse as you would other essential oil blends:
- Frankincense
- Helichrysum
Combine equal proportions of the following essential oils in a diffuser and diffuse as you would other essential oil blends:
- 3 Parts Lavender or 2 Parts Clary Sage
- 2 Part Cedarwood
- 1 Part Bergamont
Essential Oils for Spirituality
Aromatic herbs and oils, including essential oils, have been an integral part of the spiritual practices of many religions and cultures throughout history. Below are a list of some of the essential oils associated with paritcular spiritual applications.
This is not intended to be a complete list. If a particular essential oil personally speaks out to you, consider incorporating it within your own spiritual practices.
Biblical Essential Oils
Below is a list of the aromatic botanicals mentioned in the Bible. These botanicals were used to make anointing oils, perfumes, incense, medicinals, hair oils, skin care products of the day and/or other natural aromatics. A majority of the natural botanicals mentioned in the Bible are now commonly distilled into essential oils
Frankincense, Myrrh, Juniper, Cypress, Fir, Cinnamon, Cassia, Cedarwood
Grounding Essential Oils
Cedarwood, Frankincense, Myrrh, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Vetiver
Cleansing/Purifying Essential Oils
Cypress, Juniper Berry, Lemon, Lime, Myrrh, Peppermint, Spearmint, Cedarwood
Essential Oils to Use When Expressing Gratitude/Giving Thanks
Bergamont, Grapefruit, Jasmine, Lemon, Lime, Orange, Ylang Ylang
Essential Oils for Englightenment
Cypress, Frankincense, Helichrysum, Rosemary, Sandalwood
Essential Oils to Cope with Grief
Frankincense, Helichrysum, Rose, Sandalwood
Other Essential Oils Said to Aid Spirituality
Cassia, Cinnamon, Clove, Ginger, Lavender,
