We connect to our environment by means of our senses. The senses of smell and touch link us to our past and help us create balance in our lives now.
THE SENSE OF SCENT
Have you ever smelled something that immediately took you back to a long forgotten memory? I remember when I first smelled Young Living’s oil blend SARA, I had a specific memory of playing with a doll house that my grandparents gave us. How did that happen?
An aroma consists of volatile molecules that float in the air. When a scent hits the olfactory receptor cells that line our noses, nerves fire and send messages to the limbic area of the brain. These messages activate thoughts and memories that are stored in the brain or other parts of the body. The olfactory receptor cells also stimulate the pituitary gland to release chemical messages cause physical body and emotional responses. All of this happens in less than a second!
THE SENSE OF TOUCH
When we apply therapeutic-grade essential oils to our skin, the oils are quickly absorbed because of their tiny molecular structure. Once the oil reaches the dermal layer of the skin, the chemical compounds in the oil can create emotional and physical responses in the body. Let’s look at Lavender Augustifolia, for example. The esters found in Lavender Augustifolia create a balancing effect in the body, while the aldehydes are antimicrobial and calming. At the same time, ketones stimulate cell regeneration and liquify mucous. (When I have a stuffy nose, putting lavender on my sinuses always helps me breathe easier.) One oil, many effects!
Only choose Young Living therapeutic-grade oils: the right plants, distilled with knowledge and care, 100% pure, every batch is tested to confirm it meets or exceeds Young Living’s therapeutic-grade standards.
