Essential oilsare wonderful tools for calming down when paired with otherstress-relief techniques.
(Check out a full list of13 stress-reducing essential oilshere.)
Here are a few ideas about how to use them the next time you feel anxiousness come on.
Diffuse your own stress-busting blends.
Here are two more of my favoriteblends to diffusewhen anxiety strikes.
Note that a diffuser should be used intermittently, and only for a few hours a day.
you could still reap the benefits of smelling essential oils on the go by getting a little creative.
Combine it with wild orange for an invigorating cooling, citrusy blend.
Put oils on a clothespin in your car.
Work essential oils into a deep breathing routine.
One of the simplest ways to tell your body that youre in control is bybreathing deeply.
Deep breathing calms the body, regulates the heart rate, and can helpreduce cortisol levels3.
One of the most effective trios of essential oils for massage include lavender, bergamot, and frankincense.
Avoid rubbing near the eyes.
Throw in your deep breathing for the ultimate aromatherapeutic stress and tension relief.
