Stress is a huge issue at the moment for many of us
We are busy juggling a home, kids, full time job and everything in between and it gets on top of us
We are so used to accepting it as our ‘normal’ that we hardly even recognise it as stress until we get really ill or have a breakdown of sorts
Our bodies are designed to respond to stress where our hormones kick in, shut down unnecessary systems and our bodies shift in to ‘fight or flight’ mode to keep danger at bay. It helps us to kick in to action and then once the stress has been managed, our bodies return to normal balance.
Our bodies are under huge stress and whereas this was a reasonable response years ago, there are more stresses and strains on us that our bodies are unable to deal with. It has brought on acute stress which causes high blood pressure, heart rate increase etc which, over a long term can lead to chronic stress disaster. Our mitochondria are unable to serve as our power houses that allow our bodies to function, affecting everything from cell metabolism, hormone production, immune system support, emotional response and more.
Essential oils can help you find calm amidst all the chaos of life and can be used effectively to help minimise stress that can have such a debilitating effect on your body.
Here is a list of some that have the best effect on your mind and body:
Bergamot
Cedarwood
Clary Sage
Frankincense
Lavender
& Wild Orange