"In the space between the drops, I find presence. In the pause, I return to my Sacred Self."
This morning my legs were feeling tired and a bit tender or restless, I couldn't decide but I knew it meant my body was asking for grounding, to come back into itself, slow down, and reconnect. I reached for my Patchouli Essential Oil, an oil I go to for stability, earthiness and presence.
Patchouli Essential Oil invites us to return fully to the present moment by grounding into the body. It softens compulsive thinking and overworking, helping us find stillness and breath. For anyone who lives "in their head," Patchouli Essential Oil offers a gentle descent back into the physical world, reminding us that our body isn't a burden, it's home.
It's also deeply supportive for those who seek escape through busyness or other coping mechanisms, creating a sense of safety, calm and self-trust.
I placed a drop of Patchouli Essential Oil directly onto each of my legs and smoothed it gently in with a plain moisteriser, taking a deep intentional breath as I did, and thanking my legs for all they do for me. The space from when I tipped my Patchouli Essential Oil bottle to when the drop came out was magical - a quiet suspended place, that "in-between" where grounding happens, and it reminded me of the Oracle Card "Between" from my Gratitude Oracle Deck.
I imagined my legs as tree trunks, strong and rooted, supporting me, holding space between heaven and earth.
Patchouli reminded me that embodiment isn't just a physical act, it's a spiritual one. It's a bridge between doing and being, thinking and feeling, heaven and earth.
Patchouli Essential Oil
Botanical Name: Pogostemon cablin
Chakra Association: Root, Sacral and Heart Chakras
Emotional Keywords: Grounding, Emodiment, Trust, Stablility
Ideal for: Overthinkers, emotional healers, those recovering from disconnection or burnout
Disclaimer and Affiliate Notice
This post is for informational purposes only and reflects my personal experiences, observations, and ongoing research with essential oils. I like to tune into my body, notice what it needs, and use tools like the Essential Emotions app to combine intuition with guidance in choosing oils.
From my own experiences — and from supporting clients — I’ve seen how essential oils can enhance daily life, grounding, and wellbeing. Everyone’s sense of smell is different, and the way oils affect each person can be deeply personal. You’re welcome to try my recommendations, but ultimately, trust your own body and intuition. Feel free to start with my blends or rituals and adapt them to your own needs.
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