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Aromatherapy for the Parents
of Teenagers
By Francoise Rapp
If you are the parent of a teen,
you are certainly aware of how much your family dynamics have
changed in recent years. It doesn't seem all that long ago that
you were the center of your children's universe. Remember when
you were the one they came to when they had bruised shins and
broken hearts? Well your once little baby is now approaching
adulthood, testing his or her independence, and at times your
patience.
You may find yourself struggling
with many dichotomies. For instance, while you are aware of and
respect your teen's growing demands for privacy, you may have
concerns about their friends or interests. Or you may want to
establish strong boundaries, and yet at the same time you want
to help your teen become independent.
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So while your teenager is facing
a profound transition in life, you as a parent are as well. Now
is the time to evaluate issues not only with your children, but
also with yourself. What are your boundaries? Are you a secure
and trusting person? Are you someone with whom your teen can
and wants to communicate?
If you feel you need guidance
with some of these issues, there are many great books on the
market about raising teens. Establish a support system with other
parents in your community. You can also find wonderful support
systems at online parenting communities and chat rooms. |
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Meanwhile, the use of aromatherapy
on a daily basis will help you stay balanced, gain more insight,
open yourself to trust your teen, and communicate your feelings
and life perspective in a compassionate and calm manner. Below
are several aromatherapy recipes to help you survive the teen
years!
Each recipe below should be prepared
in a 10ml bottle. Pour the essential oils first and then add
organic vegetable oil to fill.
Blend for Tranquility
This blend will help you to remain
balanced. It will calm your mind and emotions when you experience
symptoms of stress and nervous tension.
- 6 drops Sandalwood
- 7 drops Lavender
- 5 drops Marjoram
- 2 drops Rose otto
Massage the solar plexus and
abdomen. Pour one-third of the blend into your warm bathwater
and soak for at least 15 minutes. Pour a few drops into the palm
of your hands and inhale deeply as needed throughout the day.
Blend for Boundaries
This blend will help you feel
more grounded, centered and assertive when a need arises to establish
new boundaries with your teen.
- 6 drops Rosemary
- 5 drops Cypress
- 6 drops Cedarwood
- 4 drops Sandalwood
Massage the solar plexus and
lower back. Pour one-third of the blend into your warm bath water
and soak for at least 15 minutes. Pour a few drops into the palm
of your hands and inhale deeply as needed throughout the day.
Blend for Emotional Security
and Acceptance
This blend soothes your emotions
and enhances a profound sense of emotional security and comfort
while accepting the natural steps of your teen's growth.
- 3 drops Rose
- 5 drops Sandalwood
- 5 drops Orange
- 4 drops Pine
Massage the solar plexus and
abdomen. Pour one-third of the blend into your warm bath water
and soak for at least 15 minutes. Pour a few drops into the palm
of your hands and inhale deeply as needed throughout the day.
Blend to Open Communication
This blend supports and opens
communication with others while releasing any anger, resentment,
guilt or frustration held within the body and mind.
- 4 drops Lavender
- 5 drops Sage
- 4 drops German Chamomile
Massage the throat, neck, and
shoulders. Pour one-third of the blend into your warm bath water
and soak for at least 15 minutes. Pour a few drops into the palm
of your hands and inhale deeply as needed throughout the day.
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