The Uplifting Power of Oranges: How This Simple Scent Reduces Stress and Anxiety
There’s something instantly calming about the fresh, sweet aroma of oranges. It’s not just in your head—science shows that citrus scents like orange can help lower stress levels, ease anxious thoughts, and even lift your mood.
The essential oil from oranges is packed with natural compounds that soothe the nervous system and encourage relaxation. Simply taking a moment to inhale this bright, cheerful scent can create a sense of calm and clarity, even on the busiest or most overwhelming days.
In this post, we’ll explore why smelling oranges has such a powerful effect on stress and anxiety, and share simple, everyday ways to use this sunny aroma to bring more peace and positivity into your life.
And this is why I go through so many bottles of orange ??
Seriously though, I use this oil more than any other in my personal use and sharing in my yoga classes. It is super affordable and just amazing. I love to add wild orange to my drinking water or plain yogurt. Diffusing this one gives your whole house a smell of fresh, uplifting goodness.
Also, Wild Orange is the “Oil of Abundance” and encourages the individual to let go of scarcity mindsets and reminds the soul of the limitless supply found in nature. What you focus on, expands! When you give, you receive so much more.
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