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article in its entirety, including brief bio trailer, all links and references within. Please let me know if you use this article by email to content@aromalchemy.com.Holistic Aromatherapy for Children, Part 2
(To review Part 1 of this series, visit http://www.aromalchemy.com/education/issue62.html)
Aromatherapy is an enjoyable and beneficial alternative therapy for our young ones. But aromatherapy heals more than just common childhood ailments. It also has a great impact on emotional and mental issues children face on a daily basis.
Children have their own ways of dealing with stress and internal conflict. Some internalize their emotions and attempt to hide their thoughts and feelings. Others may become overly expressive or abnormally active. Many children simply don't know how to process their complex feelings. Unlike adults, children do not have skills and maturity to find healthy outlets for their emotions.
Stresses in a child's family, school and social settings can contribute to any number of emotional issues, including guilt, loneliness, hyperactivity and neediness. Whatever situation your children may be facing, it is most important to emphasize communication, or share your concerns with a child therapist. I also encourage you to use one of aromatic blends below to safely enhance work of any therapy.
In a 10ml bottle, pour essential oils and then add any organic vegetable oil to fill (jojoba, sweet almond, grapeseed, etc.)
******** Rejection Issues ******** -2 drops Marjoram -1 drop Rose
Massage along spine, solar plexus and heart chakra. Pour a few drops of blend into your child's warm bath water and have him/her soak for at least 10 minutes. Pour a few drops in palm of your hands and have your child inhale deeply.
******** Guilt Issues ******** -2 drops Sandalwood -2 drops Orange -2 drops Lavender
