Self love is a subject that has been written about many times over and I have no doubt it will continue to be. 

Self love plays one of the most important roles in our lives. When we love ourselves, accept ourselves for who and what we are, we can conquer the world!

Do you constantly beat yourself up, put yourself down, feel guilty for no reason, Blame yourself for things going wrong?

If you answered yes, then it is time to stop and begin your new life of self love now!

I hear you saying, but it isn’t that easy… not buts about it. 

It is time to focus on YOU, cherish YOU, Nurture YOU, be kind to YOU, love YOU.

Negative chatter is one of the culprits~when you find yourself doing this, stop and ask yourself ~ How can I turn this into a positive? 

From every negative experience we have, there will always be something to gain and learn. look for that, it is there.

Now I know that this can be a challenge. However it is not impossible. I know because I practice this and have been doing so for 23 years. I began to awaken to my full potential when my daughter was born with a life threatening congenital condition. I know she came to me because I could handle it. She is my greatest gift in life and my greatest teacher. I am on my journey, living my purpose because of the experiences I have lived. I have had many challenges which I embraced and learnt from through Amy and for the better indeed.

I highly recommend this book ‘Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway’ by Susan Jeffers.

This book was passed onto me when I was beginning a new chapter in my life. It was life changing for me, I read this book, and would pick it up randomly and yes every time I did that I would open it up to the perfect page, the one I needed to read at that time. I love how the Universe works!

Aromatherapy and essential oils have played an enormous role in both of our lives emotionally, physically and spiritually. I encourage you to work with essential oils to give you support, strength and the will to carry on and move forward.

Here are some examples of essential oils and what they represent~

Sandalwood and Frankincense are for letting go of obsessive thoughts

Cedarwood gives us the will to hold firm

Basil, Rosemary and Peppermint are very strengthening to the mind, Peppermint calms a racing mind

Cypress assists and supports us with transition and transformation, changing old patterns

Juniper is purifying and cleansing, opening us up to expanding and growing

Rose, Neroli, Jasmine, Ylang Ylang, Melissa represent LOVE, they are strongly associated to the heart chakra, they work with us to heal our heart

Geranium, Bergamot and Grapefruit are balancing, liberating, supportive and uplifting

Vetiver, Patchouli, Ginger and Black Pepper are very grounding and connecting

Cinnamon, Cardamom and Clove give the gift of encouragement

Lavender, Chamomile, Mandarin and Sweet Orange are nurturing, gentle and happy oils

Everlasting assists with self acceptance, patience and perserverence 

What I have given you here is simply the beginning to support you on your journey to self love.

Here is an exercise to help get you started~

Choose your favourite essential oil, create a sacred space for YOU, have a journal, a pen and get comfy.

Take a moment to ground and connect with yourself by placing your feet firmly on the ground and breathe in and out slowly, deeply purposefully allowing your mind to relax… take your essential oil and gently inhale it, feel it flowing down into your body filling every part of your being… stay with this for a moment take note of how you feel, what you feel .. is your body relaxing? Are you smiling? have any happy memories been evoked?

Now write down your experience in detail.

Each week choose a different essential oil and do this exercise. What you are doing is creating a tool, a tool that you can refer to time and time again to ground and connect, uplift your emotions, find support and so on.

Enjoy the process and enjoy YOU. I wish you love always.

Each week I feature an essential oil to do this exercise Join me each Tuesday on Aromatique Essentials Facebook page and experience the wonderful world of Aromatherapy and begin to take charge of YOU !

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3 Secret Wishes Your Adult Child Won’t Tell You About

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Editorial featured in Aromatique Essentials Magazine. The A-Team came together again and shot another gorgeous story.

Photographer: Amy Nelson-Blain
Styling and Set Design: Julie Nelson
Hair and Make-Up: Bernadette Talbot
Jewellery: Make A Strand
Silk Flowers: Teeki Designs
Talent: Kat Andersen and Alex Brennan @ AVA Model Management
Featuring: Aranel, Belle and Arwen

‘Amariel’ and ‘Alassea’ are Signature Perfume Blends created by Aromatique Essentials for their ‘Ethereal’ range.

Love Yourself

Aromatherapy and Pregnancy

Are essential oils safe to use during pregnancy?

The answer is yes. In saying this It is essential that you have the guidance of a fully qualified Aromatherapist, however you may find there are some Aromatherapists may disagree. If you would like to use essential oils I highly recommend you do your research and discuss your options with a Fully qualified Aromatherapist. There is very little known about the use of essential oils during pregnancy and here I will focus on my personal experiences and recommendations.

What you should take into consideration ~

Your Health, we are all individuals and most likely have different needs

Whether you have had any previous problems during pregnancy

What stage you are in

Essential oil burner:

Most essential oils can be used in the burner during pregnancy. Because heat is used they evaporate into the air and therefore the amount that may get into your blood stream is very minimal if any at all. Using the burner is excellent for uplifting your emotions, assisting with mood change, evoking calm and peacefulness, energising or relaxing.

Aromatherapy full body massage is not recommended in the first trimester, neck and shoulder, hands and face can be massaged. However there are other topical applications that can be used. 

Benefits of Aromatherapy massage ~

relaxing, calming, promotes blood flow, fluid retention, muscular aches and pains, depression, stress and anxiety, balance hormones post birth, healing, bonding with baby and more…

Dilution for a topical application 1.25% or less

100ml of carrier = 25drops of essential oil in total

50ml of carrier =  12 drops of essential oil in total

25ml of carrier = 6 drops of essential oil in total

Bathing and foot baths - You may choose to use a dispersant to assist in the essential oil’s dispersing into the water, so that there are no large globules floating, that may potentially cause a reaction. Having a reaction is highly unlikely and will depend on your skin condition and general health. 

Benefits of Bathing:

Relaxing, muscular aches and pain, lower back pain, hemorrhoids, insomnia, urinary tract infections, fluid retention, dry skin, would healing, pain management,

Benefits of Foot Baths:

Headaches, varicose veins, relaxing, urinary tract infections, fluid retention, swelling of the feet and legs, leg aches and pain

Dry or steam inhalations which method you choose will depend on what essential oils you are using and what you are treating.Inhalations are fast acting as they are a direct link to the brain.

Benefits of Inhalations:

Cold and flu symptoms, headaches, sinusitis, headaches, mood swings, depression, fear, stress, anxiety, morning sickness, loss of appetite, insomnia, tiredness

Topical application can be used for specific treatments for example varicose veins, muscular aches and pain, lower back pain, heart burn, during labour, post birth, episiotomy, wound healing, surgical stitches, stretch marks 

Compresses can also be used for headaches, pain management, muscle spasm

Room sprays are also a lovely and easy way to use Essential oils to promote energy, relaxation, uplift your emotions 

Citrus essential oils are the safest to use right through your pregnancy for various symptoms. To understand and find out more information it is recommended you consult with a fully qualified Aromatherapist.

Some essential oils are to be avoided during your pregnancy especially in the first tri-mester and some should not be used until the last stages, during birth.

Essential oil properties to consider or be aware of:

Emmenogogue - assists in regulating the menstrual cycle, not recommended during pregnancy.

Parturient - encourages labour.

Galactogogue - promotes milk production.

Anti-emetic - helps to reduce nausea.

When you buy Aromatique Essentials Pregnancy blend  you will receive a half hour skype or phone consultation with Julie Nelson. 

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This offer ends February 28, 2012.

Aromatherapy and the Art of blending to create a Beautiful and ‘Pure Essential Oil’ Perfume custom made for you.

When you breathe in your favourite scent, what happens?… You are transported to another place and time, your heart will sing and you will wear a smile… Aromatique Essentials Aromatherapy pure and natural custom made perfumes not only give you a beautiful aroma, they are uplifting to your emotions, reduce anxiety, stress, tension and worries.

Aromatique Natural Perfume blending with pure essential oil’s is an art… many elements are taken into account when your personal, custom scent is being created…

Perfume is often described as a musical metaphor…having three notes that make up a harmonious scent accord.

Top notes are the first you will inhale they will gift you with your first impression…

Then the middle notes begin to emerge just before the top notes gently fade away, they are the heart of the fragrance and lend themselves to the body of each perfume.

Base notes linger… they are rich, bring depth and mystery… leaving an everlasting impression…

Intoxicating as they unfold … your personalised perfume will ‘Capture the Essence of Your Soul’

Made with loving intention and pure essential oils Julie Nelson owner of Aromatique Essentials specialises in handcrafted signature perfumes.

There are no synthesized compounds used, Aromatique Essentials Perfumes are completely “Natural”

Buy your custom made Signature Perfume now until the end of January 2012 and you will receive an Aromatique Essentials face serum (10ml) to nourish, hydrate, protect and improve the integrity of your skin, assist in reducing the onset of wrinkles, leaving it soft, subtle and silky.

100ML heart shape green glass bottle with hand made glass beaded tassle

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Balance is a state of being, not a fine line to walk.

You create what ever you focus on, be aware of your thoughts, be aware of all possibilities, open yourself to be in Balance.

Have fun, see the funny side of life, take with you on your journey laughter, create lightness of being and a happy heart.

Be true to yourself, respond rather than react, breathe deeply taking in all in that is good and release all that is not.

Surrender, feel your emotions and let them go. 

Remember your life has purpose, acknowledge your dreams and take action!

Awaken to your potential, awaken to your love, awaken to yourself

You are Balance…

B~Begin it now

A~Allow yourself to be

L~Love yourself and all that is

A~Align to your highest self

N~Note your feelings

C~Commit to growth

E~Embrace your life and live to your fullest potential

~JN Aromatique Essentials

Essential oils: Geranium~Rose~Bergamot~Peru Balsam~Cardamom

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Mondays, for some this maybe the worst day of the week. Back to the grind after having a Fab weekend. Anyone relate?

Well my best advice to you is get your favourite essential oils out and keep them close. When ever you feel that Mondayistis creeping in to your mind, take  hold of your trust essential friend, close your eyes, breathe in gently and deeply and say to your self… I am filled with positive thoughts and feelings, nothing will stop me from enjoying me day.

If you would like to add to your collection or start your own collection of essential oils I have available for purchase Essential Therapeutics essential oil range for practitioners ~ Buy Now

Here are some of my favourite essential oils ~ 

Geranium for its balancing effect

Sandalwood and Neroli anointed on my 7th vertebrae for protection against negativity

Grapefruit, Cypress and Juniper for detoxitfying and clearing negative energy

Rose to bring in love

Lavender to  nurture 

Enjoy and experiment with your oils it is so much fun and very rewarding!

Essential Therapeutics essential oil range 

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Feel your heart beat to the rhythm of life, tune in to your innerself, feel the rhythm move through you to the core of your being. Feel the flow of harmony and movement, dance your dance, sing your song, embrace the joy and delight of celebrating yourself.

Essential Oils:Neroli~Rose~Mandarin~Bergamot~Lavender

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Anonymous asked: The name of this oil puzzels me. Who/what is this angel?

Hello, can you tell me which post you are referring to, so that I can answer your question correctly :)

If you are referring to my ‘Ethereal’ range, each blend is named in the Elvish language and represents a positive attribute that one would like to experience e.g. Alassea represents happiness, Beriardwen represents strength and protection and so on. 

I have an affinity with the Fae folk. I hope this answers your question and if not please let me know :)