You know the feeling. Monday rolls around and you’re fired up with the best of intentions: eat better, ride more, be present, stay on top of the to-dos.
But then life happens. Horses need attention, the dog pee's in the house (again), and your brain jumps between business tasks like a squirrel on espresso. Somewhere along the way, those calm, grounded vibes get lost in the shuffle.
That’s where a simple essential oil routine for mindfulness can make a huge difference.
In this post, I’m sharing how I started using oils in a more mindful, consistent way — and how that small shift completely changed how I show up in my week. We’ll talk about choosing an intention, how to anchor it with oils, why journaling matters, and how to make it all easy and sustainable (even if your planner is mostly horse show dates and vet appointments).
Why Intention Matters
When you’re juggling animals, work, wellness, and daily life, it’s easy to get pulled in a million directions. The idea of being "intentional" can sound like just another thing to add to your list — but it’s really just about choosing how you want to feel, and creating space to support that.
For me, setting a weekly intention helps me stay anchored, even on the messy days. It’s not about being perfect. It’s about gently directing my energy toward what I actually want more of: calm, focus, confidence, clarity.
How Essential Oils Support Emotional Focus
Essential oils aren’t magic potions (although they feel like it sometimes😉). They work by influencing the limbic system — the part of your brain that controls emotion, memory, and mood. That’s why the smell of Lavender can instantly soften tension, or Peppermint can perk you up.
When you use essential oils with intention, they become more than just a nice smell — they become a powerful anchor.
Here are a few examples:
- Need to feel grounded? Try Frankincense, Cedarwood, or Myrrh.
- Need to boost confidence? Use Juniper, Jasmine, or Sandalwood.
- Need to focus? Reach for Peppermint, Rosemary, or Lemon.
- Need calm? Lavender, Roman Chamomile, or Vetiver.
Choosing Your Word of the Week
Start by asking yourself one simple question:
How do I want to feel this week?
Maybe it’s:
- Grounded
- Focused
- Uplifted
- Confident
- Calm
- Present
- Joyful
- Clear
Once you’ve picked your word, write it down somewhere visible. This word becomes your focus point for the week.
Create a Simple Weekly Essential Oil Routine for Mindfulness
This is what I do every Monday morning (or Sunday night, if I’m being on top of things😅):
1. Pick your intention word – how you want to feel.
2. Choose an essential oil (or blend) that supports that feeling.
3. Create a simple affirmation that ties the two together.
4. Diffuse or apply your oil daily while repeating your affirmation.
5. Journal briefly at the end of the week – reflect on what shifted, what felt good, what didn’t.
That’s it. You don’t need an hour-long morning routine or a perfect track record. Just five simple steps that bring you back to yourself.
Why Journaling Helps
Journaling is where the magic sticks. It’s your chance to:
- Notice patterns
- Celebrate wins
- Shift your mindset
- Reconnect with your why
Even if it’s just a few lines each week, or day, reflecting helps you anchor the emotional shifts you’re working toward. And when paired with essential oils, it becomes a multisensory experience — your brain begins to associate certain scents with your chosen emotional state.
A Tool That Helped Me Stay On Track
If you’re reading this and thinking, "That sounds amazing but I’ll totally forget to do it," — same.
That’s why I created a printable journal called Anchored in Aroma. I needed something to guide me through this exact process, and I figured other horse and dog moms might love it too.
It’s an 18-page guided essential oil & intention printable journal that walks you through:
- Choosing your intention each week
- Matching it with oils and affirmations
- Daily check-ins and journaling prompts
- Emotional oil blend suggestions
- Printable affirmation cards to display or carry
It’s not about doing it all — it’s about having a gentle structure to come back to.
Final Thoughts: Your Week, Your Energy
You don’t have to wait for everything to be perfectly aligned to start being intentional. Pick one word. Pick one oil. Come back to it daily. Reflect. Repeat.
It’s simple, it’s grounding, and it’s one of the most powerful things I’ve added to my week — both for my emotional health and my productivity.
Want to make it even easier? Grab the Anchored in Aroma journal and make it part of your weekly ritual.
Let your oils support you — not just in your home, but in your heart, your mindset, and your goals.
P.S. What kind of tools would help you use your oils more intentionally? A calendar? More emotional blends? A version just for animals? Let me know — I’d love to create it for you.
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