Description
Shanti is a word that describes an inner state of peace, serenity, and tranquility in mind and heart. Serenity is not always about being unruffled; it’s being able to have inner peace despite adverse life circumstances. Even the most serene people experience disruption of serenity. It’s part of the human experience.
To experience serenity is to understand the shifting seas of the mind and emotions and to accept their impermanence. We are not our thoughts and feelings. We can recognize them without attachment, without drama. This awareness lies dormant in the heart of Shanti. The intimate relationship with serenity is waiting to be discovered in all life’s experiences.
Serenity does not have to come from isolating oneself from the mind’s grasping attachments but by establishing a working relationship with the unchanging presence within. Cultivating serenity awareness independent of external conditions can boost psychological well-being and make us more resilient when feeling troubled by life’s ups and downs.
There is a vital link between acceptance and serenity. A recent study has found that older adults have different, more positive responses than young adults about feelings of serenity, sadness, and loneliness. It was reported that older adults acknowledged feeling more serenity due to the inevitability of acceptance of life and all that it brings more than younger persons. They also have a richer concept of what it means to feel more serene than younger persons.
Could it be that letting go of attachment to one’s youth, thoughts of what should or could be, the ever-changing circumstances of life, fears, resentments and regrets, a need for control, and even other people might be the wisdom of age?
When we relinquish those things we cannot change, we surrender to accept the realities that life offers through the seasons of our lives. It’s a process that we deepen through the practice of moment-to-moment mindfulness and self-compassion.
Even in the most painful situations, acceptance of “what is” brings us greater serenity and peace of mind. In recovery circles, “radical acceptance” equals serenity. This is why the serenity prayer is so powerful. Nurturing serenity will help you stay peaceful and true to yourself even during the struggle to accept what you don’t want.
Of course, practicing mindfulness, meditation or yoga, getting quality sleep, reducing caffeine, eating well, exercising, staying socially connected, and lovingly caring for oneself contributes to a powerful foundation for cultivating your relationship with serenity.
A pleasing and easy way to consistently enhance serenity is through the use of flower essence aromatherapy which has been used in indigenous cultures for thousands of years to shift mind-body states of consciousness.
Shanti Serenity Body Oil alchemical synergy blend is formulated with a proprietary combination of vibrational flower essences and organic essential oils of Lavender, Neroli, Myrrh, Clary Sage, Melissa, and Bourbon Vanilla in a base of Jojoba oil.
Emotionally and energetically, the rich, warm aroma softens extreme emotions, encouraging patience, awareness, and peace in mind, body, and spirit. The slightly intoxicating aroma of vanilla can also elicit happy memories to bring home comforting feelings of belonging and pleasure.
Gentle, moisturizing, and soothing, Shanti Serenity Body Oil is easily absorbed to nourish all skin types.
Affirmation: “I remember that the sanctuary of peace is within, my heart and mind is tranquil, my soul is serene. Om Shanti, Shanti, Shanti.”
Suitable Skin Type: All Skin Types
Directions: Use to enhance serenity under challenging moments or readying for the ritual of meditation.
Massage into touch points applying gentle pressure, counterclockwise for four to five seconds, taking slow, deep breaths
• At the top of the forehead at the hairline.
• Between the brows.
• Into touch points at the center of the breastbone at the heart.
• On each side of the breastbone.
• With a circular motion into the center of the hand.
• On the inner wrists.
• Rub your hands together with a small amount of oil and cup them in front of your nose. Inhale deeply. Exhale slowly.
Use to help older adults with dementia feel more tranquil and soothe tension
• Gently massage the hand or foot with a light circular stroke.
• Lightly stroke the fingers and toes.
• Use a circular counterclockwise motion at the joints of the wrists and ankles.
• Pin a cotton ball with Shanti Serenity Body Oil to the patient’s gown for continued aromatic benefit.
Ingredients: Jojoba oil, vibrational wildflower essences of Hops Bush, Hairy Yellow Pea, Hybrid Pink Fairy Cowslip orchid, Purple Flag Flower, Purple Eremophila, Yellow Boronia, and organic essential oils of and Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia), Neroli (Citrus aurantium var. amara), Myrrh (Commiphora myrrha), Clary Sage (Salvia sclarea), Melissa (Melissa officinalis), and Bourbon Vanilla (Vanilla planifolia).
Use: Hand, foot, and body massage.
Caution: Avoid if you are pregnant or nursing, have heart problems or have low blood pressure. Limit if you take blood thinners or diabetes medication. Keep out of reach of children. Check with medical staff for elderly patients who are in recovery from surgery in palliative and hospice care.
