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Finding
Your True Self
by
Francoise Rapp
Creating the serene life you desire is
entirely possible. The secret is in knowing that you yourself hold the
key to this achievement. Only you have the ability to build your future.
It's not unusual to turn to others to fulfill your needs and
wants. Yet unless you realize that you are the one most likely to
fulfill your needs, you will never be satisfied with what others
provide.
It is important to detach yourself from a false sense of self. This
"mask" is merely a façade we use in order to feel safe, but
it does not reveal who we truly are. In order to live a life of pure joy
that is filled with healthy relationships, a strong career, and whatever
other attainable goals you desire, it is vital to dive within the
deepest layers of your soul and look at the beautiful gift you are.
Many people are highly intimidated by the thought of becoming attuned
with their emotions. But the only person you will ever meet there is
you. Feel who you are, be comfortable with yourself, acknowledge and
love every aspect of your true nature - even if you meet anger,
jealousy, fear, etc. Nourish your heart
through the use of aromatic oil, meditation, yoga or journaling.
Once you discover your true self, accept and appreciate all the facets
of your soul. You will radiate pure beauty, confidence, strength and
love. Then you will have built the right foundations of a truly joyful
future.
The following aromatic blends will support you in your journey of
self-discovery. To prepare each blend, pour the essential oils into a
10-ml bottle and then add organic vegetable oil to fill. I suggest you
journal and read about personal growth in concurrence with using these
aromatic blends. "The Path Toward Happiness," by the Dalai
Lama & Howard C. Cutler is a good book to accompany this journey.
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Developing Introspection
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This aromatic blend helps to clarify inner and self-understanding. After
using this blend on a regular basis, you will be able to determine more
consciously what your daily needs and wants are.
-6 drops Sandalwood
-7 drops Cypress
-3 drops Helycrisum
-3 drops Juniper
Anoint the third eye area, temples, neck, solar plexus and sacrum. Pour
a few drops into your warm bath water and soak for at least 15 minutes.
Pour a few drops into the palm of your hands and inhale deeply.
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Embodying Self-Love
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This aromatic blend brings an appreciation of self-nurturing and self
love while embodying your true essence with much compassion,
unconditional love and enlightenment. After using the aromatic blend on
a regular basis, you will feel healthily detached from a need for
validation from others because you will have gained an understanding
that all your needs and wants should first be fulfilled from within.
-3 drops Rose otto
-2 drops Jasmine otto
-4 drops Ylang Ylang
-4 drops Frankincense
Anoint the heart chakra, solar plexus and abdomen. Pour a few drops into
your warm bath water and soak for at least 15 minutes. Pour a few drops
into the palm of your hands and inhale deeply.
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Building Inner Strength
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This aromatic blend enhances inner strength, faith and courage. It also
helps to develop a healthy sense of independence by disconnecting
yourself from negative attachments. After using this aromatic blend on a
regular basis, you will be able to become more assertive and clear about
your needs and wants.
-7 drops Rosemary
-5 drops Cedarwood
-6 drops St- John's Wort
| (c) Francoise Rapp, 2002. Permission is granted to reproduce this article in your print or electronic publications, providing you use the article in its entirety, including the brief bio trailer, all links and references within. Please let me know if you use this article by email to
francoise@aromalchemy.com.
This article was originally published by Francoise Rapp in "The Arom'Alchemy Newsletter," a weekly ezine dedicated to healthy mind, body and soul through the use of aromatherapy. Join her for many aromatic moments to come by subscribing at
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