Mind and Spirit

Hug in a bottle: An essential oil guide to uplift and inspire

Some days your skies are clear, blue, and beautiful—and some days your picnic plans are interrupted with an unexpected storm warning. But don’t worry! Ruined plans can be a bummer, but the sun will come out again soon. In the meantime, try one of these essential oil blends that will remind you of getting a great, big hug!

 

SARA: a hug for comfort

SARA™ is a sweet blend of Geranium, Ylang Ylang, and Rose. Think of SARA as a big sister, ready to wrap you up in a quilt, hand you a cup of cocoa, and comfort you with compassion. Try rubbing a drop of this blend onto your wrists when you feel like you could use a listening ear. Dilute it with a few drops of a carrier oil to keep your skin happy.

 

Present Time: a hug for gratitude

If you have way too many alarms set on your phone, an ever-growing to-do list, or a pile of dirty dishes that keeps doubling in size, you might want to reach for Present Time™. Diffuse this delicate scent as you take a minute to reconnect with the present and let go of the expectations you have for yourself. Once you feel calmer, consider doing those dishes before the leftovers grow legs!

 

Release: a hug for liberation

Ready to let go of some of the “nope” from your day? Throw on some jams, roll out your yoga mat, and diffuse Release™. After stretching out and focusing on your breathing, you might just feel like saying, “Heck yes!” instead.

Grounding: a hug from Mother Nature

Sometimes all we need is a little nature. Even if you can’t get outside, you can connect with your roots by taking a tech detox for a few hours while diffusing Grounding™. This blend of White Fir, Black Spruce, and Pine combines into a forest-inspired aroma. Close your eyes and breathe in the scent of the great outdoors as you enjoy some quiet time.

 

Hope: a hug for optimism

Looking for some sunshine? Try a little Hope™. While it can’t really change the weather, it might just be the bright spot on a dark day. This gentle blend can be added to a favorite lotion, diffused, or applied topically.

 

Peace & Calming: a hug for calm

Couldn’t we all use a little more Peace & Calming® in our lives? This gentle blend is one of our most popular essential oil blends, and for good reason! Whether you need a bear hug or are trying to settle in for a night’s hibernation, diffusing this scent adds a special something to the end of a long day.

Gathering: a hug for connection

It can be hard to gather your thoughts after a long day. Or gather your family for dinner. Or gather strength to keep up on your goals. Sound familiar? Try diffusing Gathering™ as you turn daily chaos into calmness by journaling, meditating, or writing an award-worthy to-do list.

Looking for more blends? Check out these calming blends or the benefits of Copaiba oil.

 

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  • Love valor, I have it in a roller on my night stand and use it to calm my mind before bed!

  • I'd love to win one of these bottles of oils!!! I've used valor but not tried any of the others! They all sound like they'd be such a help to my life that now!

  • Thank for this post! I love the idea that our oils are giving us a "hug". Right
    now my favorite comfort oil is Northern Lights Black Spruce. It is so grounding and rich. And because I was fortunate enough to be one of the few to go to the Grand opening of the farm in Fort Nelson last summer it also triggers many happy memories and a moment in my life that I am truely grateful for. 💖🌱🌲

  • Ahh so many of these to try! I love my Valor but so many more that I have yet to try! I love my oils and the opportunities they give me to be able to use something so much safer and natural on myself and family!

  • I'm a newbie! I've been looking for different oils or oil blends to try out! These all sound amazing. 😍

  • Release helped me through a really rough time when I needed to forgive someone close to me, as well as myself. It helped me let go of the guilt and regret I was feeling!

  • This post is one of my favorites you've shared. Thank you, Young Living, for more pointedly expanding on the topic of emotional health. Personally, I have been diving deep into the specific ways that Young Living essential oils offer tremendous emotional support during times of difficulty, as well as in moments of supported inner work and healing from past trauma. Stress Away and Frankincense were the two oils that first opened up my mind and heart to the concept of emotional wellness using "non-traditional" approaches. I love when essential oils are used to supplement someone's personal journey toward healing.

    Inhaling directly from the bottle and diffusing are powerful ways for me to ground myself. Applying topically and speaking affirmations is an even more effective method for training your brain to create those strong scent memories that can be called upon in moments of need (i.e. when you need to calm racing thoughts by grounding yourself back in reality), or for an overall sense of balance and support for a healthy thought life. Toxic thoughts can have a devastating effect on our physical bodies, not to mention our mental, emotional and spiritual health.

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