4. Aromatherapy

Prioritize well-being, seek alternative forms of self-care, immediate call for wellness

There's a fragrance bellowing with the essence of nourishment that is asking for a deeper seeking into yourself.

Spring is the season of rebirth and renewal, like a gentle alarm clock lulling you out of a deep sleep. Often the first thing that comes to mind when it comes to self-care is rest, which is a worthy cause but there are many other ways to support your holistic well-being. Spring says winter is over now, and the time for slowing down has come to an end. Now you are being guided to reinvigorate, uplift, blossom and unfold.

This card represents the need to seek out new ways to care and nourish not just your body, but your mind, heart and soul. It invites you to consider alternative solutions to your question. Look at your situation objectively and consider what areas have been neglected in favor of other things. You may need to go a layer deeper, investigating beyond the immediate problem. A tight muscle in the body is usually a combination of several muscles compensating for another, and your situation may be similar. You’ve been treating the symptoms, and now it’s time to get to the root of the problem.

The more literal meaning of this card is to prioritize all parts of your well-being with activities such as body movement, a digital detox, seeking out creative outlets or engaging in physical touch. Consider scanning the QR code at the end of this book to download the sensual spring awakening workbook for alternative forms of self-care.

This healing bath will help complicated emotions and hidden scars from the past rise up, which will allow you to feel where they are stored and enable you to gently address them.

Bring a pot of water to a boil and add 1 bay leaf, 1 slice of lemon, 1 crushed garlic clove, 1 clove, a pinch of salt, 1 piece of dried basil or 1 star anise, 1 sprig of rosemary and 1 white onion halved. Boil the mixture for 5 minutes then lower the heat and cover. Simmer for a further 2 minutes.

Strain the mixture and add it with 1 tbs of honey to your bath. Light candles and incense and dim the lights. Set your intentions or pray or sit in silence and allow your emotions to guide you.