A 2023 Study Says Smelling Lavender Reduces Anxiety
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Peace begins with a smile.
— Mother Teresa
Good Monday morning!
Need to de-stress?
A 2023 study found that smelling lavender for 3 minutes can reduce anxiety by 15%. Traditional healers have long used lavender to soothe the mind.
Mother Teresa’s quote connects the idea of inner peace with the anxiety-reducing effects of lavender, encouraging a sense of calm—let lavender help you find that calm.
When feeling overwhelmed, keep a sprig or a drop of essential oil nearby and deeply inhale the calming lavender scent.
NOTE: Always select authentic essential oils and not artificially created synthetic scents for the best aromatherapy experience.
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Mary Ann Rollano
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Lavender, in particular, has that floral perfume and hygienic "soapy" aroma that telegraphs reassurance...nothing I'd love more than a lavender scrub to de-stress from the day.
Diffusing lavender is great for my patients’ appointments!