The following is a fall aromatherapy body wash based on Chinese elemental theory.
The season is: autumn. Time to let go of the old, and take in the new. The direction of this time of year is downward- a quiet movement back into the earth to push nutrients into the soil for next spring.
The physical aspects include: lungs, colon, body hair, and skin. The lungs inspire, the colon purges.
The emotions include: grief, loss. To stay in balance regarding grief, we need to allow for the recognition of it, and the care of how it passes through us. If not, we may not actually grieve, which can cause it to get stuck, unprocessed, and eventually become a heavy burden following us everywhere.
If we unburden ourselves, we can find and connect with new inspiration.
During this season, nature leads us into the cycle of creating and letting go. Trees don’t cling to their leaves because they might need them next year. They let them all drop. If held onto, the decayed leaves can pollute and effectively block the entry of anything new.
When the lungs are healthy, we not only breathe better, we can absorb new experiences, ideas, and be more open to inspiration.
Positive aspects of this season: generosity, integrity, self-respect, and personal value. Focus on and bring about these positive traits during this season. Self-care creates awareness and discernment in what you breathe, both physically and mentally.
A few essential oils for this season:
Eucalyptus
Rosemary
Geranium
Sage
Mint
These all perk up the lungs.
Lungs inspire literally and figuratively. They bring in air and ideas. In Chinese medical theory, the lung is paired with the large intestine, or colon. The colon purges what is no longer needed.
Together, they have a team approach toward balance. Disperse with the old, welcome the new.
DIY autumn body wash
1 cup Dr. Bronners unscented liquid soap
1 cup water
3 T. coconut oil, fractionated
10-15 drops essential oil
During this season, ask yourself:
What inspires you?
What do you want to let go?