Try This DIY All-Natural "Good Vibes" Spray for Your Feel Good Mat

Let's talk about the power of scent. You know that moment when a certain smell hits and suddenly you're totally relaxed? (Like how lavender can make any space feel like a spa?) That's your brain's relaxation response kicking in - our sense of smell has a direct line to our brain's emotional and memory centers, making it a sneaky-powerful way to hack our relaxation response.

After diving into the research on calming scents (yes, we're those kinds of nerds over here), we've put together this essential oil spray that's basically relaxation in a bottle. It's perfect for misting on your Feel Good Mat, but don't stop there - hit your pillows, couch, or anywhere else you want to create a little pocket of chill.

The Stuff You'll Need:

• 16 oz glass spray bottle (ideally dark glass because essential oils hate the light)
• 15 oz distilled water (tap water's cousin who went to finishing school)
• 1 oz witch hazel (nature's toner, not actual witchcraft)
• 10 drops ylang-ylang essential oil
• 8 drops cedarwood essential oil
• 6 drops clary sage essential oil

Why These Oils?

Ylang-Ylang Think of it as nature's chill pill. This sweet, floral queen helps:

• Tell your stress "thank u, next"
• Bring those relaxation vibes
• Keep your emotions in check (when everything feels extra)

Cedarwood Like a warm hug from a tree, it helps:

• Grounds you when your brain's on blast
  
• Make you feel as stable as that one friend who has their life together
• Support sleep (without counting sheep)

Clary Sage The herb that's got its life figured out:

• Melts tension like butter
• Clears brain fog
• Balances those hormones (you know the ones)

The How-To:

1. Add the water, witch hazel and oils in the bottle
   
2. Give it a good shake before each use
3. Spray a light spritz over your Feel Good Mat (two to three sprays should be plenty)

The witch hazel helps blend everything together while the oils work their magic. These three oils complement each other perfectly, creating a subtle, calming scent that helps signal to your body it's time to chill.

A light mist on your Feel Good Mat adds another layer to your relaxation practice - because sometimes the smallest additions make the biggest difference.

Storage tip: Keep it cool and dark, away from sunlight.