Apathy is a subject near and dear to my own heart. I have shared before how hard Ohio winters are on me physically and mentally. I have come to realize that I do best when I fight back with a variety of tools such as happy lights, supplementation, outdoor time, exercise, and healthy foods.
The kink in the otherwise perfect plan though can be aptly named, apathy. You may know what you need to do but you just can’t work up the enthusiasm or energy to do it. You become indifferent to your situation and lethargy may keep you from fighting back. Boredom may play a role as well because your regular hobbies and activities just don’t seem interesting or exciting anymore. Hopelessness creeps in.
When we begin to feel apathetic we need to act quickly before something more sinister sets in and our health, work, and relationships begin to suffer.
Which Essential Oils Help With Apathy?
Counteracting apathy requires some energy, some stimulation, and some encouragement. This is where aromatherapy and essential oils can really help.The oils can work to stimulate our emotions and our mind, restoring our desire to get back to our ambitions and dreams.
Anti-Apathy Essential Oil Blend
5 Drops Lemon
2 Drops Nutmeg
3 Drops Ginger
Mix together inside a carrier oil such as avocado or sweet almond to make a wearable perfume that you can make and take whenever you need it. You should also diffuse it home using a cold air diffuser.
A portable solution can be found with a simple diffuser necklace – These are locket style necklaces that have an absorbent pad or leather disk in them. You apply a drop or two of the desired oil and wear it throughout the day. After a day or so the oils evaporate and you can reapply. I adore mine and wear it every day!!
Anti-Boredom Essential Oil Blend
3 Drops Juniper
2 Drops Basil
2 Drops Geranium
2 Drops Marjoram
1 Drop Cypress
Diffuse whenever you need to be stimulated into activity.
Overcoming Apathy Bath Blend
5 Drops Geranium
5 Drops Peppermint
3 Drops Cypress
Take a half cup of epsom salts and apply the essential oils on top. Mix well and pour the salts into a warm bath. Enjoy.
Winter can certainly bring on sad feelings in many folks. Living in the south where the summer’s are so hot, I enjoy bundling up and getting outside in the winter months. A nice hot bath with Epsom salts is always wonderful!
Had no idea diffuser necklaces were a thing! I’m really interested in figuring out how essential oils can work for me.
All of these sound wonderful for combating the winter blues. I would love to learn more about using essential oils.
I think it is amazing how our sense of smell can help improve your feelings. I would love to try some of these essential oils.
I have to admit, I know nothing about essential oils. I love the ideas behind these blends, though.
Winter is tough on me too! I love the idea of the diffuser necklace – might need to gift one to myself after the holidays!
The apathy blend sounds heavenly. I love the smell of peppermint and geranium.
I really need to learn more about essential oils. I know nothing! This sounds lovely.
Had no idea there were oils for Apathy!
I have a lot of friends who now swear by essential oils… I have yet to try/learn, though. They sound really awesome if they can actually cure apathy and boredom. :) Who wouldn’t want to use these EO’s?
Whoa! I think I might need to investigate essential oils if they can help with apathy and boredom. ‘Tis the season ..
I totally hear you! Ontario winters are hard for me and I’m starting to learn that I need to actively combat this!