Your grown-up child moving out of home for the first time to go to university or start a new job is a big transition for everyone. Not just practically, although packing up everything they will need to look after themselves is quite the chore, but also emotionally. It’s the end of one chapter and the beginning of a new one.
Whether they will admit it or not, there’s probably uncertainty and nervousness under the excitement of gaining their independence. It’s hard to come to terms with the idea that you won’t be there to provide comfort if they need it. What you can do is pack them a few bits that are comforting and emotionally regulating as well as practically useful. How about sending them off with an aromatherapy wellness kit?
Aromatherapy products to include in a wellbeing package
The beauty of Esker Fields products is that they are multi-use and multi-beneficial. Calm your nerves while doing your skincare. Melt away stress while having your evening shower. Many of the products I am about to recommend are items they will need anyway as they move out. At Esker Fields, we add an additional layer of support through aromatherapy. The aromas regulate the nervous system to keep them feeling balanced and grounded, whatever the day may bring. Here are my suggestions for what to include in a wellness kit for a young person flying the nest.
- Aromatherapy rollerballs – This is such a simple and easy way to experience the benefits of essential oils. Simply apply the blend to the pulse points and take three deep breaths of the aromas so the particles reach your system quicker. These handy bottles can be kept in your bag or on your desk to use as and when you need them. Our Relax blend is designed to bring you back to earth in moments of overwhelm. Our Clear Focus blend invigorates the senses to sharpen the mind, perfect for morning lectures or afternoons spent studying.
- Skincare – Whether it’s the Soothing Aftershave Balm for the boys or the Nature’s Glow collection for the girls, adding skincare products is a great choice for a wellness kit. It’s a self-care step we do daily. Using essential oil infused products turns it into a daily reset where they enjoy the relaxing aromas as they nourish their skin. The essential oils are just as effective for moisturising and replenishing the skin. Aromatherapy skincare is a wellness product for feeling and looking good.
- Shower routine – Showering is another regular routine that you can infuse with aromatherapy. Both our shower gel blends come with a matching body oil to fully cocoon you in the essential oil aromas. The sensation of showering is already meditative. Adding essential oils increases the sense of washing away stress. The Relax & Unwind blend is perfect for calming down in the evening, while the Refresh & Uplift blend gets you ready for the day. The shower gel can also be added to a bath if they are lucky enough to have a bath in their accommodation.
- Lip balm – A lovely finishing touch to the wellbeing package is the Peppermint Lip Balm. As we head into the colder months, protection and nourishment of the lips will be much appreciated. The essential oil creates a grounding anchor wherever they are, a little pause in their busy day.
- Essential oil diffuser blend – If you love essential oils as much as I do, you could also include the blend you like to burn around the house, like the Esker Fields Tranquillity blend. It will transport them back to the comfort of home through scent memory. I’ve just launched the Quiet Confidence blend which is perfect for this too. The myrrh is deeply grounding and comforting while the Rosemary is great for focus and clearing your thinking. The blend calms the central nervous system, slowing down your breathing, settling your thoughts and anchoring into your body, yet it helps you focus and concentrate at the same time.
Browse Esker Fields to start preparing a wellness kit for the young person you are sending off into the big wide world. Each of our products has a functional purpose and carries with it emotional grounding while reminding them of you and your care for them. Reach out if you have any questions about using aromatherapy during this time of transition. The gift sets are a good place to start.
You can also create your own aromatherapy shower gel alongside a loved one in The Autumn Pause retreat coming up on Saturday 19th September. There’s a special discount on booking two tickets. It would be a lovely event to attend with your child, preparing for the transition together. Book HERE.