Spike Nard

Nardostachys jatamansi —distilled from the rhizome rootlets. earthy, harsh wood like smell that is slightly musty. One of the early aromatics used by the ancient Egyptians and is mentioned in the Bible in Song of Solomon and in the Book of John where Mary used it to anoint the feet of Jesus. Well known to be King Tutankhamen’s perfume, said to be worth its weight in gold. Closely related to Valerian.

Considered Non-toxic, non-sensitizing, non-irritating at low doses.  

CHARACTER:  "Sacred Anointing", Balanced, Stable

ETHERIC COLORS:  Amber Gold, Mauve, Blue            

CRYSTALS;  Amber, Lepidolite, Sugilite, Golden Obsidian

CHAKRAS:  4, 3, 7, 1         

ELEMENTS:  Ether, Fire     

 PERFUME NOTE:  Base to Middle  

 ASTRO:  Scorpio, Saturn, Sun 

     

USED FOR THESE POSITIVE TRAITS:  Transition,  Forgiveness, Calming, uplift moods, inspire devotion, Inner Peace, Balance  

USED FOR THESE NEGATIVE TRAITS: Fear, Anxiety, insomnia, stress, tension, Confused, Defensive, nervous

USED FOR THESE PHYSICAL STATES: rashes, wrinkles, cuts, insomnia, and migraines, allergies, indigestion, sciatica, infections, muscle spasms

PROPERTIES: insect repellent and is used as a stimulant and antiseptic, sedative, nervous system regulator, cardio-tonic

PERSONALITY:  
   +Exotic, far away, packing up and leaving, looking for better times, a new life in a new town, leaving the past firmly behind.

+They may know what is right for them, but that may not be right for you.

+ They direct and lead their own lives secure that you are doing the same.

+They cannot be a teacher without also being a student.     

+  Interested in the esoteric side of life, particularly voyages to uncover the earth mysteries

+Courageous and willing to step into and release fears of the unknown

+Outstanding as a spiritual counselor and help to make peace with those who have hurt us

+Loves deeply   

   

BLENDS: Anasazi, Captivating, Enchantment,  Navajo Mountain,   Rose Quartz,  Sitalpu,  Twelve Tribes,  Walk Softly,   

ARCHETYPES: SHAMAN, SEEKER, TEACHER, PHILOSOPHER,

Blends well with Lavender, Patchouli, Pine, Vetiver and spice oils.

Contains: Sesquiterpene/Ketone. Cafarene, aristolene, jatamonsone, valcranone, valerenol, coumarins