5 Essential Oils to Help You Practice Gratitude

When it comes to aromatherapy and the use of essential oils, it all starts with understanding how powerful our sense of smell shapes our moods and behaviors. Aromas affect our moods and decisions. Inhale these essential oils to support your gratitude practice.

Cedarwood Essential Oil

Fragrance: earthy, woody; reminiscent of the forest

Cedarwood essential oil is a grounding aroma that helps you maintain an awareness of the earth, nature, and all life. Traditionally cedarwood is used to support prayers and blessings.

Affirm. I believe in unlimited possibilities.

Lavender Essential Oil

Fragrance: clean, floral, fresh, light, mellow, sweet, warm

The transformational qualities of lavender essential oil cover many uses for health and well-being for the body, mind, and soul. Use lavender to attract blessings and love. It’s easy to feel gratitude when you feel comfort, peace, and calm.

Affirm: I relax and breathe deeply, knowing all is well.

Lemon Essential Oil

Fragrance: bright, clean, fresh

Use lemon essential oil will amplify a positive outlook and self-confidence. Let it help you attract people who appreciate your talents. Acknowledge your magnificence and trust that it is safe to be powerful in a loving way. Let this aroma amplify the gratitude that you have in your heart and shine brightly.

Affirm. I am confident and courageous.

Mandarin Essential Oil

Fragrance: citrusy, sweet, candy-like

The sweet, peaceful scent of mandarin improves feelings of blessings and nurturing vibrations. Mandarin essential oil represents blessings, good health, and great prosperity. Add it to your daily gratitude practice and remember the sweetness of life.

Affirm. I am blessed with nurturing vibrations wherever I go!

Ylang-Ylang Essential Oil

Fragrance: intense, floral, narcotic, sweet

The floral fragrance of ylang-ylang relaxes the mind and has a euphoric effect. It aids in seeing love, feeling love, being love, and encouraging loving thoughts for yourself and others.

Affirm. All I need is always within reach. I am grateful for everything I have.

Margaret Ann Lembo is the author of The Essential Guide to Aromatherapy and Vibrational Healing, Essential Oils and Gemstone Guardians Cards, and many more titles. She is an award winning aromatherapist and the owner of The Crystal Garden -the conscious living store of the Palm Beaches established in 1988. Find out more at?www.MargaretAnnLembo.com?and www.TheCrystalGarden.com