How to Heal a Broken Heart with Aromatherapy

Most of us have known the truly devastating experience of heartbreak. When every morning brings with it a wave of nausea and dread, when the things we used to enjoy – our jobs, hobbies, even our friends – seem robbed of meaning.

In times like this, we find ourselves wondering how much longer we will dwell on what went wrong, when this knot in our stomach will finally go away, or how long it will be until we won’t feel so bitterly disenchanted.

A broken heart can, and often does, cause a physical reaction. Symptoms of heartbreak manifest differently in every individual, but commonly can include:

• Partial or complete loss of appetite

• Binge eating

• Physical pain (tight chest or nervous stomach)

• Depression

• Insomnia

• Exhaustion

• Light headedness

• Obsessive thoughts

• Insecurity

• Crying

If this sounds like you, know this: you are not alone. And this will not last forever.

Our bodies and minds are under intense stress at this time, which means it is very important to look after yourself. Be selfish and pamper yourself during this period.

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Allow time for inner healing, as your emotional wounds need to be recognized before they can be mended.

How Aromatherapy Can Help to Heal a Broken Heart

Aromatherapy can be a wonderful helper, during this difficult time.

Essential oils have numerous calming and healing properties, many of which have a direct effect on certain parts of brain responsible for memory and emotional responses.

Essential oils for a broken heart include: geranium, frankincense, lavender, juniper, rose, bergamot, jasmine, sandalwood and ginger.

Follow this easy, Total Aromatic Immersion healing process, and let the oils work their magic:

Step 1: Burn the oils all around your house for a few days, especially in your bedroom. Fill your home with delectable and supportive aromas to drive out those painful memories.

Step 2: Pamper yourself! Run a luxurious, steamy bath and add 7 drops of essential oils into the tub. Lie back and soak up their soothing and cleansing properties. For the best results, choose 3 essential oils from the list on the right. Tomorrow, treat yourself to a whole-body aromatherapeutic massage.

Step 3: Create your own perfume or lotion from the healing fragrances recommended in this article. Mix up to 3 essential oils with a base (or carrier) oil or an unperfumed moisturiser at a ratio of  6 drops to every 20ml.

Buy essential oils online here

Other Tips for Healing a Broken Heart

The loss of a relationship can be just as painful as the death a loved one. It takes time to heal, and it is vital that you take every opportunity to allow this healing process to occur. There´s no rule for how long the pain will last. It could be weeks, months or even years.

The good news is there is a lot you can do to speed up the recovery!

Follow these tips to make sure you nurture yourself back to full health and happiness:

• Avoid making any big decisions while your head and heart are in a traumatic place. Wait until your head is clear before burdening yourself further.

• Don’t bottle up your emotions. Allow yourself to wallow a little, to delve into the pain and the feelings. The is no other way out, but through. And you will get through it!

• Some people find it helpful to write their way through their feelings. Consider short stories, poetry or song writing.

• Meditate. Why not join a yoga group? (Or teach yourself with our yoga and meditation courses)

• Cry when you need to. Tears release hormones and toxins that are accumulate during stress.

• Ask for a lot of hugs!

• Explore the possibility of hypnotherapy to help put yourself back into the right frame of mind. (Why not take a look at this Hypnotherapy CD for loss, grief and depression)

• Be social. Surround yourself with happy and positive people.

• Pets are wonderful helpers at times like these. Cuddle with the ones you have, or consider getting a dog or cat to add fun, companionship and support in your life.

• Go on dates with yourself. (If you can’t enjoy your own company, who will?) Go to museums, art galleries, see movies, read books and poetry. Nourish your soul with art and beauty.

• Use your newfound extra time to improve on your skills and hobbies. Or start a new one, if you don’t have one already.

• Don’t be afraid to ask for help. Seek out people who can relate to you, who are good listeners and who can lend their support. Help can come from all sorts; friends, family, counsellors, online communities, other heartbroken people etc.<

• Take long aromatherapeutic baths with appropriate holistic blends.

• Last but not least – keep up a healthy lifestyle! Eat well and spend time outdoors in the fresh air.