Anxious About Summer Ending? We've Got An Essential Oil Blend For That

Luckily, feeling good about this seasonal transition (which happens in approximately one month, by the way) doesn't have to be an elusive dream when you have essential oils in your cabinet. Once you figure out what is blocking your natural confidence, you can use the aromatherapeutic power of essential oils to boost you back to the top of your game.

Spending time in relaxation and meditation or prayer and finding time to breathe deeply each day can help to lower your stress levels and help you find a few minutes of calm in your day. Moving your body can also help to reduce stress and bring balance back into your life. Focusing on your own self-care can prepare your mind and body for the ease and confidence that it so deserves. Essential oils are so helpful in making these parts of your self-care routine more fun, exciting, and sensory.

Another aroma element to consider is your memory and psychological conditioning. If there are certain scents that give you a boost of confidence or scents that you associate with moments of success or pride in your life, use those to trigger that deep-seated emotion during times when you are searching for a boost.

Peppermint always takes a top spot in my arsenal against stress and confidence saboteurs. The energizing menthol content allows the mind to focus on the task in front of you and block out the extraneous distractors. In addition, it can help any digestive distress by relaxing muscles and supports the respiratory system by opening airways. When stress threatens to zap your confidence, use peppermint and deep breathing to calm those nerves and find your focus.

Just note: You'll need to get a diffuser for this blend; the same goes for any blend that I've indicated as a "diffuser blend." If you've never used one, a diffuser is a small, humidifier-like device that mixes your oils with water (I'm a fan of this one).

The unique profile of bergamot never ceases to amaze me, as it has the power to uplift your mood while simultaneously calming your mind and body. As a hybrid citrus, the limonene content charges the mood so that you can find your energy for the next task, but the linalool like that of lavender calms any stress. You can also dilute bergamot and massage it into tense muscles to double the aromatherapeutic effect. Pair it with the uplifting peppermint to supercharge your morning self-care rituals and boost your confidence for the day.

Rosemary adds another element to your quest for confidence by increasing your focus and memory. The 1,8-cineole content triggers the limbic system to stimulate your mind and memory, even during times of stress, when you simply inhale the oil. It can also support your body in times of fatigue and soothe nervous tension or anxious feelings. Paired with other essential oils, especially peppermint, it can usher those confidence saboteurs right out of your life and give you the boost you need to succeed.

Lavender has linalool as its primary constituent, which instantaneously calms the body and mind. Coupled with deep breathing, it can help you to banish anxiety by eliminating the detrimental effects of daily stressors. When used as part of a nightly self-care routine, it can help your body to relax and unwind so you can get the restful sleep that your body needs.

Directions: Add essential oils to a 2-ounce glass spray bottle and fill the rest of the way with distilled water. Spritz on your bedclothes and around your room before bedtime to ease your body into a restful slumber.

I start each morning with this blend by applying it on my wrists, ankles, and behind my ears. I also recommend applying the roller bottle blend over your palms and breathing it in before a big meeting, moment, or stressful situation.

If you're new to essential oils, check out our beginners' guide and the only three essential oils you need for your home.