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Certain types of incense make me feel calmer, others put me in the mood for loving, and some just remind me of the serenity and sacredness of home. Seems there’s some science now to back up my weird impressions.
Discover Magazine reports ( http://discovermagazine.com/2008/sep/26-smell-your-way-to-happiness ) that at least one incense has uplifting effects in an article that may have depressed people burning more incense. That particular incense is frankincense, one of my personal favs. I’m especially fond of frankincense and rose oil mixes.
Others on my list of personal favorites–not including ones that are meant for specific rituals– are:
Nag Champa (the general incense of my home when I have summer guests)
Sandalwood
Dragon’s Blood 0r Dragon’s Breath (the favored scent for romantic company)
Rose
Sweetgrass
Jasmine
My favs remind me of sweet, erotic, sacred, and wonderful times and just make the whole house (or my bedroom) feel great. It’s good to know that frankincense will give me an emotional lift. I’ll keep that in mind for times when I’m feeling a little lonely or missing friends. I like being a Happy Witch!
Tags: anti-depressants, depression, dragon's blood, frankincense, incense, nag champa, sandalwood, witch
incense smell great sometimes. that makes you relaxed and stressed free. nice blog.
It’s interesting that Dragon’s Blood is your favorite for romantic company. You probably know that many associate its scent with courage, and it’s a strong yet pleasing scent– very appropriate for a romantic encounter in some ways.