A quick form of self care that goes a long way to support a calm, happy nervous system and strong immune system: essential oils. When life is beating you down, reach for these essential oils to help you stand up and rise above.

I feel pulled, strongly and viscerally, into this exploration of how our bodies experience life separate from our minds. They are in the world, part of it, absorbing it as light waves through our eyes. Molecules of flowers, leaves, earth, entering us through our noses. Touching a tree – we feel its touch back.

There are a lot of variables when formulating an essential oil blend, as you probably have discovered. Even if you’re using a recipe from a certified aromatherapist, you may be surprised by the difference in scent between what you created and their version of the blend.

Here are a few tips that will help you feel more confident about blending essential oils and get you beautifully fragrant results.