AROMATIC JOURNAL
10 YEARS OF AROMATIC JOURNEYS
Ildiko sharing her inspiring personal stories from behind the mountains of Crete island while being on the road, searching and experiencing, capturing, collecting, distilling, making herbal preparations, blending botanical perfume and more. Offering insights of her authentic approach and humble practices for better understanding and appreciation of nature, herbal remedies and awareness of trustworthy natural applications in our self-development and everyday life practices. Many of these aromatic essays and articles were published in professional publications as you will see the respected references in the posts.
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Aromatic Kinesiology and The Blossoming Heart
A synopsis about the healing and transformative power of Aromatic Kinesiology, and the essence of a journey creating bridges between Hungary, Greece, Australia and Ireland.
3 years on Crete!
On 15th June 2013, I set my feet on this beautiful land and started the biggest adventure of my life! No worlds to express really,
Order to the Universe
I was cleaning black cumin today and this is what came out of it. Shaping face for the future. Sending it out to the Universe
Traditional laundry-making
In the village of Paidochori, the local cultural association keeps organising events to help remembering the good old days, give respect to the traditions and
Relaxing body, mind and soul
In nature I need nothing else just being there. When being busy with different things, working on my computer for long hours, and my mind
Aromatherapy and the polymorphous curiosity of the mind
Delving into the history of natural perfumes I was watching a wonderful documentary about the French chemist, polyhistor and businessman René-Maurice Gattefossé who is considered
Baby Bird Rescue Therapy
Look who came for a therapy today? It was just the day before when I was told it is not us choosing the ones to
Crete Rocks!
An amazing day walking my favourite path in pure Cretan nature, old rocks, new flowers, animals, colours and scents. Meditation on the go. Walking sticks
The Lavender Way: Growth of the Soul
Interview with organic farmer Gill Leonard about the evolution of the land, its plants and the self in nurturing Crete (Editorial notes to the post:
Herbal Blessings for the Broom
As I submerge in the world of plants with full presence, dedication and my respectful heart, I get more clarity and beautiful affirmations every single day.
Understanding Plants, our lovely messengers
How can you possibly question you are walking your path when you keep getting the signs all along the way? And if that is not
Aromatic journeys on Crete
Individual or small-group aromatic discovery programme on the scented and scenic Greek island of Crete. The Cretan soil and sunshine, and overall the special microclimate