Essential Oils and Blends to Help Reflect Upon and Honor Memorial Day

Memorial Day marks the unofficial start to summer for those in the United States.

Much more importantly, it is a special day to commemorate the brave men and women in the military that have died during the performance of their duties.

Memorial Day Remembrance Blend

The following blend can be diffused as you reflect on the meaning of the holiday, the memory of your loved ones and all those who were lost in service.

The choice of citrus essential oils are intended to uplift the spirits and celebrate the warmer temperatures.

The inclusion of Rose Essential Oil/Otto in this blend is intended to help aid grief and bring comfort.

I've included Patchouli as that is a favorite of mine in remembrance blends as it is grounding. It's earthiness also helps to make this a blend that both men and women can benefit from. Sandalwood Essential Oil or Vetiver Essential Oil could also be used in place of Patchouli Essential Oil.

• 1-2 drops Rose Essential Oil/Otto
• 5 drops Patchouli Essential Oil
• 8 drops Sweet Orange Essential Oil
• 7 drops Grapefruit Essential Oil
  (13 drops total of Sweet Orange can be used if you don't have Grapefruit on hand)

Combine all oils in a clean glass bottle.

Precautions

Use essential oils with care. The blend is intended for diffuser use by adults.

Do not apply diffuser blends topically.

Be sure to follow all safety precautions and always research the safety info and contraindications for each essential oil that you are considering working with.

Usage Instructions

• Diffuse as you reflect, pray or meditate.
• Every diffuser is different, so refer to the manufacturer's instructions that came with your diffuser to know how many drops is appropriate to add to your specific diffuser model.
• Thicker essential oils and citrus oils should be used carefully with some types of diffuser models, including atomizing and ultrasonic diffusers. Check the instructions that come with your diffuser for specific information.

For more information on meditating/reflecting or praying with essential oils, view the following articles:

• Praying With Essential Oils
• Meditating With Essential Oils

Other Blends For Celebration, Grief and Supporting Emotional Well-Being

These blends may also helpful:

• Anger Reducing Blends
• Celebrating and Expressing Gratitude
• Depression Reducing Blends
• Fear Fighting Blends
• Grief Reducing Blends
• Happiness and Peace Enhancing Blends
• Insomnia/Sleeplessness Blend
• Irritability Reducing Blends
• Loneliness Easing Blends
• Panic and Panic Attack Blends
• Self Confidence/Insecurity Blends
• Stress Reducing Blends

Sources for More Information About the Essential Oils Used In These Blends

• Salvatore Battaglia, The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy Third Edition Volume 1 - Foundations & Materia Medica (Brisbane Australia: Black Pepper Creative, 2018).
• Valerie Ann Worwood, The Complete Book of Essential Oils and Aromatherapy, 25th Anniversary Edition (Novato, CA: New World Library, 2016.
• Neryls Purchon and Lora Cantele, Complete Aromatherapy & Essential Oils Handbook for Everyday Wellness (Toronto ON: Robert Rose, 2014).
• Julia Lawless, The Encyclopedia of Essential Oils (Updated Edition) (London: Harper Thorsons, 2014).

General Safety Information

These recipes are offered for educational purposes only. Before using any essential oil, carefully read AromaWeb's Essential Oil Safety Information page. For in-depth information on oil safety issues, read Essential Oil Safety by Robert Tisserand and Rodney Young. Do not take any oils internally and do not apply undiluted essential oils, absolutes, CO2s or other concentrated essences onto the skin without advanced essential oil knowledge or consultation from a qualified aromatherapy practitioner. For general dilution information, read AromaWeb's Guide to Diluting Essential Oils. If you are pregnant, epileptic, have liver damage, have cancer, or have any other medical problem, use oils only under the proper guidance of a qualified aromatherapy practitioner. Use extreme caution when using oils with children and consult a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using oils with children, the elderly, if you have medical issues or are taking medications.

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