Valerian

Description

Valerian essential oil has an earthy, woody and slightly sweet scent that deeply soothes and promotes relaxation. The oil is extracted from the roots of the Valeriana officinalis, a plant that grows in the temperate regions of Europe and Asia.

The aroma is warm, soothing and stabilising. Valerian provides a gentle sense of grounding: it helps to release tension, calms the mind and brings inner peace. Steam distillation of the roots fully captures its grounding and calming properties.

Use the oil externally and never orally. Do not swallow! You can do this with tinctures available from chemists.

View of humanity

The Valerian type needs to calm down. He is exhausted by all the emotions and hustle and bustle of life; he is overstimulated and takes this out on those around him in a blunt manner. The Valerian type faces the challenge of processing all the day’s input, taking time for themselves and paying close attention to their energy levels. Through meditation, yoga or walking in nature, they can find true peace.

Mental

Valerian oil is used to ground you and connect you to the earth, which helps to calm racing thoughts. Energy can then flow from the head back into the rest of the body, which is experienced as inner peace. It relaxes the nerves and brings calm to body and mind. may arise.

Spiritual

Thanks to its grounding and calming properties, this oil is ideal for use during meditation. It brings you peace and helps relieve tension when you wish to surrender to the Divine guidance of the Masters of Light. This allows you to be more receptive to their guidance and advice.

Affirmation: ""I feel clammy and relaxed"

Physical

Valerian has a beneficial effect on sleep due to the relaxing properties of this oil.
If you feel very stressed during, for example, an exam or test, valerian has a positive effect on the nervous system.

Mixes well with

Patchouli, Scots Pine, Atlas cedar, Mandarin, Rosemary, Lavender, Orange, Grapefruit

Chakras

Base, Solar Plexus

Crystals

Agate, Amazonite, Hypersthene, Green Aventurine, Morganite, Moss agate

Contraindication

Use in moderation, as it may cause hypersensitivity. If used over a prolonged period, the calming effect may have the opposite effect and tolerance may develop.

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