Aromatic plants have been used throughout time inmedicine, cosmetic care, spiritual practices and ritualceremonies. For nearly a century, modern science hasknown that the chemical constituents found in essentialoils have therapeutic value, and that essential oils offera multitude of chemical constituents that are effectiveagainst a wide variety of pathogens. Recentphotographic technology that magnifies plant secretorycells gives us an intimate look at the amazingstructures that produce these remarkable essential oils.The biological activities of these components havebeen well researched and are potential healing adjunctsin holistic and integrative medicine as well asconventional palliative care. Through their scientificanalysis and obvious efficacy in treating differentdisorders, it is reasonable to view them as potenthealing agents for the physical body. There are variousapplications and implications of these functionalfragrances in wide ranging therapies from traditionalmedicine to spa application, and they are beingeffectively used throughout the world in medicalfacilities that have open-minded health policies.

This information is useful and progressive from theperspective of today’s need to revamp most medicalmodels, but healing the physical body is only oneaspect of true healing. With the new millennium’sforay into quantum healing andpsychoneuroimmunology, science has proven whatmany ancient healing traditions have inherently known– that dis-ease begins with emotional/spiritualdisharmony that later manifests as physical symptoms.Essential oils offer us more than the physicality of theirbiological activity. These same chemical constituentsand their aromas offer the opportunity to create adeeper wholeness through balancing body, mind andspirit, thus allowing us the opportunity to achieve trueand lasting health. Essential oils can heal at both acellular and spiritual level, weaving the two into awholeness that is undeniable and inseparable.

Human beings all share a biological familiarity withplants. Our physical bodies have evolved overcountless generations with plant allies as food,medicine and spiritual partners. Our cells are encryptedto recognize the chemical constituents in plants andutilize them in the most efficacious ways. Though wemay have strayed in the last hundred years or sothrough the use of newly developed chemical foodsubstitutes and pharmaceuticals, we are still inherentlyprogrammed to distinguish these compounds, and itbenefits us greatly to consume and utilize them in avariety of ways.

Dis-ease, at its most basic core (the emotional level),occurs through the perception of separation from Spirit.This is the deepest misconception that humans buyinto, and it is arguably the thing that ultimately makesus ill. Many researchers in the field of quantum healinghave proven that we need not be victims of our DNAand that we have the ability to heal ourselves at thedeepest levels (see Bruce Lipton, The Biology ofBelief). I believe that plant scents have a vital role inthis arena.

Every culture with a long history of traditional healinghas one thing in common: that of breath practices. It iscommonly acknowledged that this is the doorway toprana, chi, and life force. The word “inspire” means tobreathe in, but also to possess and emanate passion. Inthe Greek language, spirit and wind are the same word.We all share inspiration, our breath, and it hangs in theethers. Aroma is the link between spirit and matter,between what is physical and what is unseen. It tapsour deepest emotions and carries us to our oldestmemories. Through the aroma of plants we are offeredsomething less concrete but just as real - theopportunity to connect to nature and our own SourceEnergy, and the reminder that we are whole at ourtruest level. It is here that we create our own spiritual

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Reformatting your Energetic Architecture using Essential OilsBy Mindy Green

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wholeness and Wellth.

When we consider that the process of olfaction occursin the limbic brain, it makes sense; this primitive brain,which is often referred to as the reptilian brain,processes memory and emotion. Weunconsciously monitor the air around uswith every breath we take, sniffing outthe possibilities that affect our verysurvival – food, danger, mating andmore. Modern day physiciansacknowledge that mood is mosteffectively and quickly changed throughthe sense of smell. Pleasant aromas canuplift the spirit and reduce stress whichaccounts for up to 90% of medicalvisits. Stress reduction is the first step infinding peace within, and it is waitingfor us with every fragrant breath at ourdisposal when we are among plants.

Emotional pain, the precursor tophysical imbalance, resides in thecellular memory of our bodies. Many aspects ofquantum healing show us that it is possible to reformatthe energetic patterns that create imbalances. Scent is acommunication system that holds information; giventhe right aromas, this communication system has theability to unravel false beliefs about ourselves that keepus separate from our impeccable and perfectuniqueness. These aromas have the ability to recreatethe fractal blueprint that allows us to find balance andreinforce the knowledge that we are all perfectreflections of Spirit and that we are worthy of echoingthat knowledge in our daily lives with every inhalation(inspiration).

The Ancients have associated certain plant fragranceswith being able to link us more effectively with thebody of knowledge that lies within us all – that whichis our birthright as living souls in physical form. Onemight be so bold as to connect this portion of the mind

with the link to All Knowledge, or as wewere told in Star Wars, The Force. Someof these recognized sacred scents inhistory include rose, frankincense,sandalwood, palo santo, cedar andcountless others, depending upon whatplants are native to specific culturalregions. Even the most commonessential oils -- such as lavender,geranium or ylang -- can have spiritualconnotations, especially if they arearomas that you find appealing,connecting and comforting.

Whatever scents you choose, utilizingthem in a way that helps you calm,center and breathe more deeply will helpyou to listen to your own inner voice, the

place with all the answers you will ever need.

We are living in a time of transformation which willrebirth us into a more enlightened era. This new cycleof creativity is calling forth ways in which we canbecome fundamentally more of who we are meant tobe. It requires a great deal of letting go of old routinesand philosophies, ushering in new dynamics ofpresence and being open to new experiences.Regardless of your spiritual or relaxation practices, Iencourage everyone to breathe in essential oils, stillyourself, listen and be inspired.

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ARC has a new website!The ARC website has been redesigned! Check it

out at www.aromatherapycouncil.org

"If we comprehendthe beneficial effectsof an aromaticmeadowfull of fragrant plants,we realize the kind ofmutual supportthat takes placeamong living things."

-Rudolf Stein

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ARC Newly RegisteredApril 2011:Hyun Kyung ChungJuyang ChungJeom Sik GwakCaroline L. HansenWoo Kyung HwangToni L. JacobyHee Kyung JeonMun Ju JeongEugene KimHye Sun KimSuhyun KimYukiko KimuraMikyung KwonMi Kyung LeeMyoungok LeeYeoun Hwa LeeMasumi NishimuraHyun Ju ParkSo Jeong Park

Jacqueline M. SeidelKaoru TakahashiTammi L. ThomasDowha Yu

October 2011Mohammed A. Al-KhaterLisa M. BrowderSusan L. CobbAn HyunkyungYonghwan JeonHeesu KangRa Jung KimJungsook MoonHeesung ParkJineui SeoYoungil SunJuyoung Yoon

ARC ReregisteredFebruary 2011Karen L. ReillyVivian GiffordDeonne K. Wright

March 2011Judee C. Anderson

April 2011Soon Lae Han

June 2011Rachel D. Speranza

August 2011Mindy Green

September 2011Patricia L. Adams

November 2011Kelly A. Holland-Azzaro

January 2012Eun Kyoung SonRachel E. RudanskyBeverly J. DaySang Hee HanHyo Bi LeeHyung Jeung LyuMyoung Ja Park

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Please do not e-mail your addresschanges to ARC or PTC. You maymake the changes online byfollowing the directions below.

Go tohttp://aromatherapycouncil.org/

On the top right, you will see themenu. Go to “Register” then clickon “Update Info,” which is the lastitem on the list.

Enter your last name, first name,certificate number, and initialregistration date. This must matchwhat is on your certificate exactly;otherwise, you may not be able tolocate your record. Hit “Search”.

Change the information you wantand hit “submit”.