Facing Your Fears? Engage Your Sense of Smell!
Everyone knows the feeling of fear. Some fear heights, others enclosed spaces, while others shudder at the sight of spiders and snakes.
Adults are often haunted by fears of poverty and loneliness, whereas children are typically terrified of the dark. These fears, whether real or imagined, can significantly disrupt our lives. At some point, many of us decide to confront and overcome them.
"But what does smell have to do with it?" you might ask. The fact is, we know how to combat fear using various scents, and today we'll share this knowledge with you.
Scents Against Anxiety and Panic
Anxiety is an inherent part of fear. It manifests as emotional agitation and worry over a real or imagined threat that we feel unable to handle.
Physically, this can make a person pace around, gesture excessively, experience dry mouth, and elevated blood pressure.
In such cases, essential oils of geranium, ylang-ylang, chamomile, or sandalwood can help balance your emotional state. It's essential to use only natural components; otherwise, you won't achieve the desired results.
If anxiety has already led to insomnia, benzoin essential oil can be your best ally in restoring normal sleep. Simply diffuse it in your bedroom, try to relax, and clear your mind.
Combating Panic Attacks
Consider how to deal with panic attacks when your response to a frightening factor becomes irrational. Many people, for instance, are panicked by the idea of speaking in front of an audience.
They start to tremble at the mere thought of stepping onto a stage and saying a few words.
To calm nerves and panic, the aromas of petitgrain, lavender, or neroli are effective. It's best to inhale them directly from the bottle rather than using an aromalamp for quicker results.
Now you know how to deal with fear attacks. Additionally, we recommend reading more about the overall impact of scents on the human body.
May nothing frighten you anymore!
