Scents are carriers of information. They can influence us in such a way that we are unable to consciously perceive them in our waking state, as they are processed directly by the limbic brain system – the seat of our instincts, moods, and memories. Through scents, a person transcends the boundaries of rational control, beyond the very limited component of their being, which currently acts as the greatest obstacle to wholeness – the most fundamental prerequisite for health. Each essential oil contains the power of life, a highly concentrated vibration, and the energy field of the plant from which it was obtained. This subtle energy has a unique ability to affect our innermost structures like no other external remedy. This fact is particularly remarkable because aromatic oils do not function as medications; rather, they establish internal balance based on the ancient teaching: "If the soul is healthy, the body follows it." This book offers an informed overview of the use of more than 200 essential oils, introduces their applications, assesses their suitability in specific cases, and warns of possible risks, also covering the preparation of wraps and inhalations. The clarity is enhanced by the alphabetical arrangement of entries and a supplementary list of symptoms and diseases.
