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Lavender: Gateway to Your Higher Mind and Soul

If you’re interested in essential oils and aromatherapy but you don’t know where to start, this compact guide to one of the most versatile and valuable essential oils will give you a solid foundation to begin your healing journey. Aromatherapist Susan Brougher shares wisdom about the character and benefits of lavender, including historic uses, and how to find your own link to lavender. You’ll learn about how plants interact with people, and the fascinating basis of aromatherapy. Additionally, Susan provides information on how to use essential oils in your daily life, with a chart of 24 common oils and their characteristics and usages. If you’re ready to create custom blends to support your emotional, psychological, spiritual, and physical health—Susan is here to guide you through everything from how to choose a high-quality oil to how to make your own perfume. With an approach deeply rooted in compassion and healing, Susan calls on her training as a nurse for insights into health and the techniques we can use to support our well-being. Concise yet thorough, this handbook contains everything you need to explore the ways that lavender can enrich and enhance your everyday life.