First, they increase our concentration and focus; then they help relax the mind and body; finally, they allow the heart to open and, most importantly, they facilitate the connection between the conscious and the subconscious. To strengthen our spiritual connection, it is very important to find the plant (incense) or essential oil that best matches our vibration, and this is best felt by ourselves, our body, mind and spirit.
Below you will find plants and essential oils used in different cultures, religions, rituals and ceremonies around the world, but the right plant for you may be completely different.
Essential oils that strengthen spiritual connection:
Resins: Frankincense, Myrrh, Balsam Peru, Patchouli, Benzoin
Trees: Cedar, Cypress, Juniper, Pine, Bay, Rosewood, Sandalwood, Fir, Spruce, Camphor
Aromatic herbs: Rosemary, Sage, Thyme, Basil, Myrtle, Marjoram
Flowers: Rose, Orange Blossom (Neroli), Jasmine, Marigold (Calendula), Chamomile
Roots: Ginger, Vetiver, Spikenard (Indian Asparagus)
Spices: Cinnamon, Cloves, Nutmeg, Black pepper
Fruits: Juniper berries, Lemon, Orange
Spiritually, the resins, considered the "blood of the tree", have been used as incense for centuries; frankincense and spices are still burned in Christian churches, and benzoin is used especially in Asia, in India and Malaysia.
Floral scents are believed to attract angelic energy. A few drops of essential oil on your pillow before bed can help you receive an answer to your intention. Drops of essential oil placed in your palms during prayer increase focus on your intention and strengthen your spiritual connection. Frankincense essential oil mixed with sweet almond oil applied to the crown chakra helps balance its rotation speed, and spruce or bay oils used during meditation accelerate the process.
These herbs can be used as incense burned with the fire element, essential oils in charcoal or diffuser, worn as a scented object, mixed with a base oil applied to the body, or in any other way you feel is right… but remember that they should not be ingested.
Take a deep breath, inhale the scent of your paradise, and be grateful. Then let yourself be carried away by your miracles.
- Homemade Aromaterapi
