You're reading this article, so you or your loved ones must have experienced difficulties in falling asleep, or remaining asleep. You may even start to witness the results caused by the lack of sleep, such as constant stress, poor skin condition, poor performance at work, bad digestion, and many more.
Good quality sleep is a necessity for our body and mind to rest, heal, and reset. Without it, we would be facing health risks.
You might have tried everything, and nothing seems to be working. Before you go and throw in the towel, there is one last thing for you to try. I'm almost 100% certain what I'm going to recommend are going to help you because they've already helped thousands of people around the world.
Before I tell you what these natural "sleeping potions" are, you'll need to work out the root cause of your sleepless nights and make adjustments accordingly.
Could it be:
the bed is not comfortable enough
work or family related stress
anxiety or fear
the side effects of the meditation you're taking (if applicable)
the change of eating/drinking habits
high caffeine intake
the current health issues
hormone imbalance
too much exercise
......
From the title of this article, you know I'm going to recommend the use of essential oils to help you. If you've never used essential oils previously, you may ask, "How does it work? How can they help with the sleep?" If you're cynical like I was 5 years ago when I started using them, my advice for you would be "Just start, you'll be amazed!"
Essential oils have been used for thousands of years for their calming and soothing properties that can help relax the body and mind. The unique chemical properties found in certain essential oils make them useful for promoting an environment that is conducive for sleep.
Upon inhaling an essential oil with calming properties, the brain will process the aroma, and an effect will follow. Once you experience a restful night's sleep after using the calming oil, the brain will make what is called a positive association with that aroma, so the next time you smell that particular oil, your brain will have a similar reaction. After successfully using an essential oil to promote a good night of sleep, that oil can be continually used as part of healthy sleep regimen because of the positive connection your brain has made between the smell of the oil and a good night’s rest.
I'm going to recommend 6 essential oils and blends, which have been proven to be very effective. No two people will have the exact same reaction to a single oil so you will need to experiment and find the best one for you.
(*I only use Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade CPTG essential oils because they're pure, safe, and effective. I do not recommend using adulterated oils as they can cause serious harm to your skin and body.)
Lavender
This is an obvious one, isn't it? Lavender is well-known for its calming properties, and it blends so well with almost every other oil on this earth. You can find lavender in many products like body wash, soap, shampoo, room spray... because it's soothing and smells pleasant.
One tip for your though, don't over do it! Let me share a story with you here.
One of my friends was struggling to get her 3-month-old baby girl to sleep. She told me that she tried absolutely everything and the baby was still wide awake at 2am in the morning! She said she bought all the care products with lavender in them because lavender could help with sleep. I told her to reduce the amount because too much lavender could have the opposite effect. She did, and guess what, the baby slept very well that night!
Uses:
Add 2-3 drops in a diffuser and fill your room with its beautiful aroma
Add 3 drops to your bath water before bedtime
Add 2-3 drops directly on your pillow
Apply 1 drop on the sole of your feet before bedtime
(*Use no more than 3 drops of pure lavender essential oils before bedtime. )
Cedarwood
With properties that help to soothe the mind and body, the warm, woody scent of cedarwood essential oil promotes a relaxing environment.
Uses:
Add 2-3 drops in a diffuser to create an inviting environment
Apply 1 drop and massage the back of your neck before bedtime (diluted with a carrier oil)
Vetiver
Due to Vetiver’s calming, grounding effect on the emotions, it is an ideal oil to use in massage therapy.
Uses:
Apply on the sole of your feet or behind your ears before bedtime
Take a warm bath with a few drops of Vetiver essential oil for deep relaxation
Diffuse with lavender to reduce stress
Sandalwood
Sandalwood is frequently used in meditation for its grounding and uplifting properties. It helps lessen tension and promotes emotional well-being. It has a rich, sweet, woody aroma that instills calmness and well-being, making it a perfect oil to incorporate into massage or aromatherapy.
Uses:
Apply to the back of the neck and shoulders before bedtime
Add 1–2 drops to a hot bath to promote relaxation and lessen tension
Diffuse with vetiver to promote a deep sleep
doTERRA Balance blend
One of the most adored essential oils within the doTERRA community for its calming benefits. It promotes tranquility while bringing harmony to the mind and body, and balance to the emotions.
This blend contains Spruce Leaf, Ho Wood Leaf, Frankincense Resin, Blue Tansy Flower, Blue Chamomile Flower, and Osmanthus Flower essential oils in a base of Fractionated Coconut Oil.
I personally use this every day for its grounding effect as well as its ability to soothe anxiousness.
Uses:
Apply on the sole of your feet to promote feelings of calmness and tranquility
Apply on your wrists or neck to help ease anxious feelings
Diffuse with vetiver to promote a good night's sleep
doTERRA Serenity blend
This blend combines essential oils renowned for their ability to calms the mind and soothes the senses.
My 7-year-old daughter always chooses this blend because it helps her sleep better and deeper.
It contains Lavender Flower, Cedarwood, Ho Wood Leaf, Ylang Ylang Flower, Marjoram Leaf, Roman Chamomile Flower, Vetiver Root, Vanilla Bean Absolute, Hawaiian Sandalwood.
Uses:
Add 3-4 drops in a diffuser and allow yourself to fall into a total relaxation
Add 2–3 drops to a warm bath with Epsom salts to create a relaxing, renewing experience
Apply 2–3 drops on the back of the neck or on the heart for feelings of calmness and peace
Add 2-3 drops directly on your pillow
These are my absolute top picks when it comes to promote a better night's sleep. Of course, there are so many more, the key is to have fun with them and find the best ones for you.
Feel free to leave a comment or send me a message if you want to know more about this topic.
Love, Ivy xx
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