AWP 22: 5 Species of Lavender – Botanical Names Explained!
Welcome to the Aromatic Wisdom Podcast! In today’s episode, we'll first take a look at the importance of understanding botanical taxonomy and nomenclature (and what that even means). Then you'll learn about five different species of Lavender plants and the essential...
Fragrant Friday: Opopanax (Commiphora guidotti)
Today’s featured essential oil supports meditation and spiritual unity. It is grounding, sedative and helps dry excess respiratory mucous. Essential Oil of Opoponax Commiphora guidotti My Personal Relationship with Opopanax I first encountered this unique essential...
AWP 021: Depression Relief with Aromatherapy
Welcome to the Aromatic Wisdom Podcast! In today's episode, I talk about depression; what it is, how we get it, and the symptoms of major depression. I'll share my own story of facing a daunting episode of depression last year, and how I used essential oils and other...
AWP 020: Let’s Hit this Uncommon Goal Together!
Welcome to the Aromatic Wisdom Podcast! Last September I spoke with Kristina Bauer and Angie Ehmke, Executive Producers of the groundbreaking project, Uncommon Scents Movie: An Aromatherapy Documentary. We chatted about the unfolding of this amazing venture which you...
AWP 019: Three Sacred Resins: Frankincense, Myrrh and Opopanax
Welcome to this week’s episode of the Aromatic Wisdom Podcast! This week we take a look at three very special aromatic resins. Two are highly associated with Christmas; Frankincense and Myrrh, but listen as Liz shares about Opopanax, a lesser known resin, and how Liz...
AWP 018: Holiday Stress Relief with Essential Oils and Affirmations
Welcome to this week’s episode of the Aromatic Wisdom Podcast! In this week’s show, Liz shares the six most common sources of stress during the holiday season; she then offers essential oil blends and affirmations specifically tailored to each one to lessen their...
AWP 017: “Uncommon Scents” Movie: An Interview with the Executive Producers
Welcome to this week’s episode of the Aromatic Wisdom Podcast! What is "Uncommon Scents"? It's a groundbreaking new project - an aromatherapy documentary film that is currently in pre-production. This exciting film will provide a unique insight into the field of...
AWP 016: Creating a Sacred Space with Essential Oils
Welcome to this week’s episode of the Aromatic Wisdom Podcast! This week we turn out attention to the subtle and energetic properties of essential oils as Liz explains what a sacred space is, why it is important to have one and what essential oils to use to...
AWP Episode 013: Ragweed and Mold Allergies – Essential Oils to the Rescue!
Welcome to the Aromatic Wisdom Podcast! Fall is infamous for triggering seasonal allergies. But do you know what exactly is causing your body to be flooded with histamines, making your nose run and eyes itch? Find out in today's podcast episode! Listen as I share...
AWP Episode 012: College Essential Oil Survival Kit – DIY
Welcome to the Aromatic Wisdom Podcast! About AWP 012 Going to college is an exciting new chapter in the life of any young person, but can also be laced with homesickness, stress, long hours on the computer and stinky roommates. In this episode of the Aromatic Wisdom...