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Liz shares how she is tweaking the Aromatic Wisdom Podcast to make it more manageable and sustainable for her, and invites her listeners to look at their own lives to see if what they are doing is sustainable.   Liz also shares some of her top professional and goals for 2017. Enjoy the podcast! It is my sincere hope that you will feel inspired to explore essential oils deeper after listening and learn what is possible for your health and well-being when you include aromatherapy into your life.Show Notes (Links and resources mentioned in this podcast episode)•Aromatherapy Teacher Training - Alliance of International Aromatherapists (AIA)National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy (NAHA)Fragrant FridaySurveyMonkey.com a great website for creating a survey (free for up to 100 people)Aromatic Wisdom Institute Live Class Schedule 2017Recipe for Body Butter carrier Click here to leave an iTunes review and subscribe to the show!I Spiritually InspiredClaudiu Murgan, author and life coach, interviews individuals th

This podcast is all about 2 different essential oils that sound the same. Ravensara and Ravintsara. Travel with me (virtually of course) to the lush tropical island of Madagascar to hear about these essential oils that come from the same country, but from different trees. I talk about their many therapeutic and chemical characteristics and a third essential oil that indirectly fits into this picture as well.Enjoy the podcast! It is my sincere hope that you will feel inspired to explore essential oils deeper after listening and learn what is possible for your health and well-being when you include aromatherapy into your life.If you have a question, please go to www.aromaticwisdominstitute.com/contact to submit your question with “Ask Liz” in the subject line.To find all the links and resources mentioned in this podcast, go to www.aromaticwisdompodcast.com/27 Support the show

This week’s show is all about grief; what it is as well as the many varied situations and experiences that can send us into a state of grief.  I talk about how essential oils can help us during some of the darkest emotional times of our lives. You’ll learn a unique way to choose the right essential oils for your particular emotional difficulty as you’re going through grief. If you or someone you know is in a stage of grief, you’ll find this episode particularly helpful. Enjoy the podcast. It is my sincere hope that you will feel inspired to explore essential oils deeper after listening and learning what is possible for your health and well-being when you include aromatherapy into your life.Spiritually InspiredClaudiu Murgan, author and life coach, interviews individuals that have started on a...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show

In this week’s show, I cover a lot of information related to how to safely and effectively use essential oils with children.  What You Will Hear in Episode 24:In this episode I cover essential oil safety, what to use with kids, how much to use and some creative methods of use. If you have any children in your life, you will find this episode valuable.Resources and Links:Enjoy the podcast! It is my sincere hope that you will feel inspired to explore essential oils deeper after listening and learn what is possible for your health and well-being when you include aromatherapy into your life.If you have a question you’d like to submit to the show, please go to www. aromaticwisdominstitute.com/contact-us/ to submit your question with “Ask Liz” in the subject line.Spiritually InspiredClaudiu Murgan, author and life coach, interviews individuals that have started on a...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show

Today's Ask Liz question comes from  Ahsamon in Portland, Oregon who wrote and asked about the best essential oils to address the discomfort of menstrual cramps.   In this episode you will learn:What causes menstrual crampsSix Essential Oils that will help with cramping, pain, inflammation and bad moodMethods of application to help with the discomfort during the menstrual cycleEnjoy the podcast! It is my sincere hope that you will feel inspired to explore essential oils deeper after listening and learn what is possible for your health and well-being when you include aromatherapy into your life.If you have a question you'd like to submit to the show, please send an email to liz@aromaticwisdom.com with the words "Ask Liz" in the subject line. Spiritually InspiredClaudiu Murgan, author and life coach, interviews individuals that have started on a...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show

In today’s episode, we'll first take a look at the importance of understanding botanical taxonomy and nomenclature and what that even means!  Then you'll learn about five different species of Lavender plants and the essential oils produced by each one.Enjoy the podcast!  It is my sincere hope that you will feel inspired to explore essential oils deeper after listening and learn what is possible for your health and well-being when you include aromatherapy into your life. Spiritually InspiredClaudiu Murgan, author and life coach, interviews individuals that have started on a...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show

In today's episode, I talk about depression; what it is, how we get it, and the symptoms of major depression.I'll share my own story of facing a daunting episode of depression last year, and how I used essential oils and other natural therapies to pull myself out of the darkness.  Then I'll give a list of great essential oils to turn to and methods of using them that can offer some welcome relief when depression hits.Enjoy the podcast!  It is my sincere hope that you will feel inspired to explore essential oils deeper after listening and learn what is possible for your health and well-being when you include aromatherapy into your life.Support the show

Last September I spoke with Kristina Bauer and Angela Ehmke, Executive Producers of the groundbreaking aromatherapy documentary called, Uncommon Scents. We chatted about this amazing venture in Episode 17. Recently we spoke again on a conference call in which they shared the progress of the film and the very important current stage of the project:  Crowdfunding.  Raising funds to ensure that this aromatherapy documents does, infact, manifest. It was a great call and I learned a lot about the perks you can get when you contribute...even a little!Enjoy the podcast!  It is my sincere hope that you will feel inspired to explore essential oils and aromatherapySupport the show

This week we take a look at three very special aromatic resins.  Two are highly associated with Christmas; Frankincense and Myrrh, but listen as Liz shares about Opopanax, a lesser known resin, and how Liz believes it could well be linked to the famous story of the 3 magi and their gifts.Enjoy the podcast!  It is my sincere hope that you will feel inspired to explore essential oils deeper after listening and learn what is possible for your health and well-being when you include aromatherapy into your life.Spiritually InspiredClaudiu Murgan, author and life coach, interviews individuals that have started on a...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show

In this week’s show, Liz shares the 6 most common sources of stress during the holiday season. She will offer positive affirmations tailored for each stressor as well as an essential oils blend to help you manage your stress during this hectic time of year. This will be very helpful for everyone!Enjoy the podcast!  It is my sincere hope that you will feel inspired to explore essential oils deeper after listening and learning what is possible for your health and well-being when you include aromatherapy in your life.What You Will Hear in Episode 18:What is an affirmation and how to craft one right for youThe six most common stressors of the holiday season (Perfectionism, Overwhelm, Crowds/Parking/Shopping, Lack of Money, Loneliness, Lack of Rest)An affirmation for each of the six stressors aboveAn essential oil and blend to use to reinforce the affirmationResources and Links:My Unusual Introduction to Aromatics blog postMy Book of Blends (being revised and will be sold on my website)Blog Post: Manage Holiday St

"Uncommon Scents" is a groundbreaking new project - an aromatherapy documentary currently in pre-production. This exciting film will provide a unique insight into the field of aromatherapy and address the many sides to our industry including history, sources, distillation, chemistry, purity, efficacy, safety, therapeutics, and energetics.  In this week's show, Liz chats with the film's Executive Producers Kristina Bauer and Angela Ehmke.  Listen as they share details about the unfolding of this truly cutting edge film that will change how people see aromatherapy. Spiritually InspiredClaudiu Murgan, author and life coach, interviews individuals that have started on a...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show

This week we turn out attention to the subtle and energetic properties of essential oils as Liz explains what a sacred space is, why it is important to have one and what essential oils to use to support your special sacred space.Enjoy the podcast!  It is my sincere hope that you will feel inspired to explore essential oils deeper after listening and begin to appreciate what is possible for your health and well-being when you include aromatherapy into your life.Links and Resources: Blog Post Would You Know if you Had Essential Oil Sensitization?Podcast Episode #37: Essential Oil Sensitization: Are you at Risk? Blog Post What is a Hydrosol?My mini-course called Clearing Energy with Essential Oils Spiritually InspiredClaudiu Murgan, author and life coach, interviews individuals that have started on a...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show

Hydrosol, also known as distillate water or hydrolat, is the water that remains under the thin layer of essential oil after the distillation process. Hydrosols contain many of the benefits of essential oils but in a more subtle and gentle way. In this episode, Liz talks about hydrosols and how they're made and recommends hydrosols and methods that are super for allergy relief. Support the show

Continuing with this month's theme of Respiratory Health, in Episode 14 you'll learn all about the essential oils that are high in the rockstar molecule called 1,8 cineole. Discover how the 1,8 cineole essential oils can have a healthy impact on your sinuses and entire repiratory system.Support the show

Fall is infamous for triggering seasonal allergies.  But do you know what exactly is causing your body to be flooded with histamines, making your nose run and eyes itch?  Find out in today's podcast episode! Listen as Clinical Aromatherapist Liz Fulcher shares in detail how ragweed and mold affect you and how to address the symptoms of their effect on your respiratory system with specific essential oils.  Your nose will thank you!  In the Smell My Life segment Liz shares how she treated a MRSA scare on her knee In the Ask Liz segment, Liz answers the question "What is Trauma Oil?"It's a great show - see you there!Spiritually InspiredClaudiu Murgan, author and life coach, interviews individuals that have started on a...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show

Going to college for the first time is an exciting new chapter in the life of any young person.However, that chapter can also be laced with homesickness, stress, long hours on the computer and stinky roommates.  In this episode of the Aromatic Wisdom Podcast, Liz shares 5 blends, specific single oils plus some great aromatherapy tools to help them stay happy and healthy that first year in school.Support the show

In this episode, Liz shares five of her favorite essential oils to help invite sleep so you can rest, restore and reboot!What You Will Hear in Episode 11:How Lack of Sleep Affects ImmunityHow Much Sleep is Necessary for Feeling Well?How Essential Oils Can Help You SleepThe Benefit of Doing a Brain Dump Five Essential Oils that Can Help you Fall Asleep or Return to SleepPractical Methods of Using Essential Oils to Invite SleepSmell My Life: Liz shares how she used essential oils at home on her bedroom mattress and sheets.Ask Liz:  Liz answers a listener's question on essential oils for allergies. Resources and Links:Fragrant Friday: Roman Chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile)Fragrant Friday: Ginger (Zingiber officinale) Essential Oil Profile SpotlightFragrant Friday: Bay Laurel/Laurel Leaf Essential Oil Profile SpotlightFragrant Friday: Vetiver (Chrysopogon zizanioides/Vetiveria zizanioides)Fragrant Friday: Roman Chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile)Fragrant Friday: Ginger (Zingiber officinale) Essential Oil Profile Sp

In this week’s show, Liz continues from Podcast 009 with five more ways to use essential oils at home that are practical and creative, inspiring you to use essential oils in new ways, every day. The Ways to Use Essential Oils Liz Shares in this Episode are:Topical applicationGreen CleaningPest ControlEnvironmental FragranceBlessing the HomeSpiritually InspiredClaudiu Murgan, author and life coach, interviews individuals that have started on a...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show

In this week’s show I share part 1 of 10 ideas for using essential oils at home – going room by room.  You will find them pactical, creative and, hopefully a source of inspiration for new ways to use your essential oils every day.The Five Ways to Use Essential Oils at Home that Liz Talks About in this Episode are:DiffusionSteam InhalationRoom SprayBathNeat Application for Topical WoundsEnjoy the podcast!  It is my sincere hope that you will feel inspired to explore essential oils deeper after learning what is possible for your health and well-being when you include aromatherapy into your life.Spiritually InspiredClaudiu Murgan, author and life coach, interviews individuals that have started on a...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show

We all want our essential oil blends to be effective and safe, right? Essential oil chemistry makes that possible! It is really important for anyone working with essential oils to understand the chemistry of these powerful plant extracts you're working with, especially if you are making blends for other people.What You Will Hear in this EpisodeBasics of essential oil chemistryWhat is a GC/MS report? What a Gas Chromatograph measuresWhat a Mass Spectrometer measuresWhat is an essential oil chemical familyFive reasons why even a basic understanding of essential oil chemistry is fundamental to a professional aromatherapy practice.In the "Smell Life" segment: Links and Resources:Read Liz's blog Post:  Are Your Essential Oil GC/MS Tested?Recommended Book: Essential Oil Safety by Robert TisserandEnjoy the podcast; I hope it inspires you to explore what’s possible with essential oils and aromatherapy for your health and well-being!Spiritually InspiredClaudiu Murgan, author and life coach, intervi