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Hi,
I use essential oils quite regularly... although more for skin treatment, bathing, deep relaxation and meditation.
I can't say that any have made a difference to OBE success or not, but here are some brief observations off the top of my head.
Normally I use a water base for the diffuser rather than a direct heat aromatherapy lamp and around ½ doz drops for single oil and 3-4 drops of each for mixtures (dependent on the strength of the oil).
Lavender – in small quantities – I find that over use or too high a concentration leads to fuzzy thinking and sleep! Just a few drops – perhaps mixed with more stimulating oil e.g. lemon, orange, Neroli etc.
I would not tend to use oils like Eucalyptus or tea tree for this sort of practice.
I have used both oil and gum/resin variants of Frankincense and myrrh to good effect, but more for deeper soul connection meditation/attunement rather than OBE
I have tried Spikenard oil a couple of times during a shared meditation. Be warned this is a very powerful essence and equally expensive. Use it for special occasions... good for very deep heart/soul work.
As goes with the name I find Clary Sage – good for clairvoyance and spirit communication... and it has helped with OBE. However I would tend to advise moderate use.
Same goes with Geranium... this can be a bit strong, so please be judicious with the amount you use.
I find Sandalwood is clearing and balancing.
Pine seems good for clearing space – but if you don't like pine disinfectant then don't bother!
Rosemary – again good for clearing space
Patchouli – no effect for meditation for me anyhow
May Chang and Yang Yang - more for chill out or intimate times
Lemongrass – clearing and uplifting, but very strong so use in small quantities.
Clove - not for OBE or meditation work
Japanese oil of peppermint - Clearing, but very strong so use carefully.
Best,
Stephen
Hello:
Sandlewood without a doubt.
Yours,
Frank
I've just become a new convert to essential oils, due to Stephen and Frank's posts.
I love the sound of Clary Sage, although I haven't a clue what it smells like (I guess it's like sage), and with regard to Sandalwood - it's one of my favourite smells. Whenever I see a shower gel with the word "Sandalwood" on the front, I have to buy it, but I never knew it was available as an essential oil.
Luckily, this weekend, we are visiting my bro-in-law's health shop "up north", so that's two things on the shopping list so far...!
I doubt I'll be buying clove - the smell reminds me of visits to the dentist!! :cry:
Sarah
I like Sandlewood, very powerful for me. Very expensive also, but true essential oil makes regular incense smell like......something else. I like cinnamon as well.
Try finding a good new age shop in your area, most have samplers you can smell at the store. If it 'stinks there' it will stink at home :P
Hi,
Probably one of the best sources in the UK for essential oils etc are Amphora Aromatics try: http://amphora-aromatics.com/
I believe they take international and bulk/trade orders as well.
Best,
Stephen