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Man's sense of smell is not as acute as that of a dog or a moth, however, it is never
less quite acute, and man is capable of distinguishing many thousands of odors. The exact way in which odor perception takes place is still quite a mystery to medical science. There is sound knowledge of structures involved in odor perception, but function itself still has many unanswered questions.
By developing sense of smell we are provided with a means by which we may use essences and aromatic substances to create a mood, a feeling, an atmosphere, or change our state of being to one which is more in harmony with our True Selves, and which aids development of our higher senses. Most people think of incense in context of 'joss sticks'. To many people, incense is something that gives a nice fragrance to an environment and little more. But act of burning incense is more than this, and fragrances have quite profound effects.
Perfumes and aroma have a great power to influence mind and to lift consciousness. They can arouse memory and distant recollections, as well as soul memories (past lives). Use of incense sharpens perception beyond ordinary and encourages better powers of discrimination.
When we decide to extend our consciousness we must first pass through different layers of our own psychological makeup. ‘Incense’ helps to ease passage through these layers of self to Universal light, creating a link or channel between us and formative energies of Universe and our own Being.
When essential oils, resins or gums are burned, their substance ‘etherealises’ and passes to subtler planes opening way for return flow of energy. By being consciously aware of incense or oil we are using, and by being aware of its properties, and in tune with our intention, we can work more effectively and more powerfully, whether it be in healing or meditation techniques.
Essential oils form a bridge commonly used by Auric Healers to set a communication link between physical and etheric bodies. The radiations from natural aromatic substances also nourish our natural energies and spirit. Odors are known to give off vibrations which fit into known electromagnetic scale and are thought to vibrate in Infra-Red end of color spectrum. This is also known as "invisible colors'.
Colors and odors are said to have a parallel, also odors and music, and odor and shape. The notes of Diatonic Scale (A,G,C,B,D,F,) have been correlated to odors, and various compounds in aromatic molecules are known to have certain shapes, e.g. round molecules tend to have a camphor-like smell, disc shapes to have a floral odor, and wedge shapes to have a Peppermint fragrance.
These facts present a definite argument in favor of ‘Vibration' theory, and way odors have an effect on "Sixth Sense”. Taking these correspondences a little further it is of interest to note that some essential oils are pigmented, which often relates to their therapeutic properties, for example:
- Benzoin is red and is used to promote healing; - Bergamot is green and is used in treatment of urinary tract disorders; - Lemon is yellow and is used in treatment of digestive system; - Chamomile is blue and is used against inflammation of skin and mucous membranes of body.
These colors also have therapeutic applications in color therapy, in which red is considered an energizing and warming color, green is balancing and harmonizing, yellow stimulates digestion, and blue is relaxing and cooling.
YIN being those characteristics of passive, contracting, inwards looking, empty, dark, cold, moist, sedating, inhaling, venous blood, parasympathetic nervous system, fear, caution, and color blue.
YANG being those characteristics of active, outward going, expanding, opening, full, light, hot, dry, stimulating, arterial blood, sympathetic nerves, also anger, courage and color red. The qualities of Yin and Yang represent forces or energies of opposites in natural world.
1.There are 3 things to remember when using essential oils and aromatic substances in meditations and Psychic Healing : 2.Be aware of your breathing. This can be accomplished through practice of simple breathing techniques, in which you can calm your thoughts and emotions by slowing and deepening your breathing cycle. 3.Choose oils which will enhance your experience and balance your energies.
When using oils as ‘incense’, remember that "incense" becomes charged with your personal energy. Purity of motive and purpose, and sincerity are essential requirements in art of censing. Clearness of intention is also important.
