As a mom of six kids, it could be said that on some days peace is hard to find around here. That said, God created us in amazing ways!  It has been my experience that I can calm my children down using a simple diffuser and a specially chosen essential oil.  Emotions can run high and sibling rivalry crops up from time to time but I find that if we can de-escalate the situation peace is sure to follow.  Here are 5 Essential Oils That Will Make Your Home A Peaceful Haven!

God created the human body with an olfactory system that allows us to smell, and our emotions can be affected positively or negatively depending on the scent.  The primary limbic system function is to process and regulate emotion, memory, and learning. Behavior, motivation, long-term memory, and sense of smell also relate to the limbic system and its sphere of influence.  As moms, we can enhance the atmosphere of our home through the use of essential oils.

 

5 Essential Oils That Will Make

Your Home A Peaceful Haven

 

Best for Rest

Lavender or Serenity

 

Best for Calming

Bergamot or Ylang-Ylang

 

Best for Anxiety

Sandalwood or Adaptive

 

Best for Stress

Clary Sage or Balance 

 

Best for Uplifting Mood

Lemon or Peppermint

 

One of my favorite essential oil stories took place at a slumber party.  You know how a group of girls can get!  I told them it was time to go to bed and put on the diffuser filled with lavender essential oil.  I honestly did not think it could possibly help.  I came back in half an hour and they were all asleep!  Something for every mother’s tool chest! 

When we breathe in natural compounds from essential oils they hit our olfactory nerve and the olfactory nerve sends signals to the limbic system which in turn sends signals to the rest of our body. This can happen in as little as 30 seconds!

 

If you are interested in more information on essential oils then click HERE

 

YOUR TURN…

What questions do you have about using essential oils?

 

Peacefully Yours, 

Janelle 

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*These statements have not been approved by the Food and Drug Administration. Essential oils are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. Pregnant or lactating women and persons with known medical conditions should consult a physician prior to the use of any essential oil.

Janelle Esker

Janelle Esker is the grateful wife of Michael and homeschooling mother of six amazing children. She lives with her family, 4 cats, 1 dog, 3 ducks and 12 chickens in scenic Ohio. Janelle received her B.A. in Education from Ohio Northern University. She is the author of CHOSEN: One Family's Journey with Autism.

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