Blackthorn's Botanical Magic: The Green Witch’s Guide to Essential Oils for Spellcraft, Ritual & Healing Blackthorn's Botanical Magic: The Green Witch’s Guide to Essential Oils for Spellcraft, Ritual & Healing Paperback Kindle Audible Audiobook Audio CD
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Enter the Magical, Sacred World of Scent and Aroma
Smell. That’s right. Go ahead. Take a deep breath. I’ll wait. If you are breathing, you are alive; and if you can smell, then you can enhance that life you’re busy trying to live—no matter who you are.
This journey is yours for the taking, no magic wand needed! Aromatherapy and magic, one-stop shopping. Our sense of smell is the greatest sense, and even older than our sight. I’m Amy Blackthorn, witch, herbalist, martial artist, photographer, and your guide to the world of botanical magic.
Why botanical magic, you ask? Because by using our sense of smell, we can change our outlook, our mood, and even our dreams. What dreams would you like to fulfill?
People have been working with plants longer than we have had language. Whether or not you call yourself a witch; whether you have just purchased your first bottle of essential oil, or the local shop has you on speed dial; there is something in this book for you.
Journey Into the Hidden Realms of Plants and Their Magic Powers
Place essential oils and witch hazel in a 2-ounce pump spray bottle.
Cap it and give it a good shake. Unscrew the cap and fill the rest of the way with cool water. Spritz well and often to banish melancholy and irritability and bring peace and centering.
Four Myths of Essential Oils
Myth 1: Essential Oils Never Expire
There are very few things in nature that do not expire. (Honey might be the only one.) Essential oils are a product of nature, and the leaves, fruit, and bark that these oils are derived from will eventually decompose. While essential oils may have a longer shelf life than their carrier counterparts, they will expire eventually.
Myth 2: There’s Only One Right Way/Oil
All-or-nothing thinking serves the essential oil companies more than the consumers of these products. If companies can convince buyers that essential oils can only be used for one purpose, this will drive them to seek more of their products.
Myth 3: Just Put the Oil on the Bottom of Your Feet
If the aim is for the body to absorb the essential oils, your feet are the worst place to apply. The skin of the feet is thick and callused, making it much more difficult for the oils to absorb into the skin. Ideally, essential oils should only be applied to the feet if they are specifically being treated, such as for pain or cramping.
Myth 4: Essential Oils Are Only Dangerous If Ingested
The myth about essential oils only being dangerous if they’re consumed is alarming. Dermal application does carry risks. If used improperly, burns, rashes, and sensitivities can and do occur. Get trained. Listen to your body.