Scent can trigger memories in a powerful way. It can bring you back to times in the past. It can extend feelings of peace and happiness.
Sometimes scents can you remind you of bad memories but I like to concentrate on the good ones.
Whenever I go on a vacation, I bring a new shower gel and lotion. I love that once I am home, I can shower from time to time with that same scent and feel transported back to the time of my relaxing vacation.
After I had my son and I went back to work, there were times during the day that I felt overwhelmed with loneliness for him. A friend gave me the suggestion to bring a small bottle of his baby lotion to work with me.
I actually felt better when I put on the lotion during the day. I would breathe in that fresh, clean scent and it seemed to sooth the ache in my heart.
I love to burn candles at home. I use different scents of candles, lotions and shower gels for relaxing and inspiration.
A few days ago as I flipped through my July 2012 issue of “O” Magazine, I came across an article that I found interesting.
Lynette Lovelace was a woman that owned a successful restaurant outside of Chicago. Then in 2001, her 2-year-old son, Logan was diagnosed with a life threatening liver abscess and required major surgery.
Once the surgery behind them, she juggled her career and her son’s recovery, even expanding her business to a larger space and adding employees. Then she received more bad news.
In 2008, her 12-year-old daughter, Kenna, was diagnosed with a brain tumor. Her focus shifted back to her family’s health and she struggled to keep a positive outlook. She found that writing in a journal and wearing soothing scents helped in keeping her attitude upbeat.
“When my son was sick, our pediatrician told my husband and I that we could choose whether to give up or stay strong. I have always remembered that.” (O Magazine, July 2012)
After the success of her daughter’s surgery, her gratitude inspired her to make a career change. Although she loved her restaurant business, she decided a new venture would allow her to spend more time at home with her family, as she promoted the healing powers of a positive attitude.
She began working with a chemist to create a line of fragrances to spark pleasant memories. Her products, Lifetherapy, include perfumes, lotions, body washes, scrubs and creams.
Lovelace’s line is now sold all over the county. The success of her business is rewarding and continues to make the biggest impact where it started, with Lynette.
She is most grateful for her time at home surrounded by her healthy family and the scents that inspire her.
“A body wash won’t change anyone’s life, but it can boost your mood. I want to share what a little determination and positivity can do.” (O Magazine, July2012)
Source:
The Oprah Magazine, July 2012
Edited by Jody Smith