Aromatic Kinesiology - Case Studies Follow Up
In February we told you of the Robbie Zeck's Aromatic Kinesiology workshop Bev and Pat took in November 2010 and our intention to collect our own data (both positive and negative) by doing some case studies. It would appear that our email appeal touched a cord and we quickly signed up over 30 people to participate in the case studies. We could have signed up more but decided to cap it at 30. In the end not everyone was able to keep their appointments but we did end up with information from 30 participants and Beverley saw 29 of the participants twice and 1 just the once.
The age range of those who participated was from 6 years old through to early seventies. 87% (26 ) were female. 13% ( 4) were male .
Because we felt that for the purposes of assessing the case studies it would be important to have some sort of quantifiable data, we restricted the reasons for using Aromatic Kinesiology to Alleviating Stress and using the Emotional Stress Release Technique (for past and present issues). We also used Time Tracking in some of the sessions and were pleased with the information it brought up.
During the first consultation the issue to be addressed was discussed briefly and assigned a number as to where it was perceived on the severity scale of 1 - 10 with 1 being not very much to 10 being over the top. We then muscle tested for the appropriate Essential Oil; Heart Blossoming Point; Frequency of Application and Duration of Application. In some cases Time Tracking was used to get information on the origin of the issue. The client then sat and inhaled the essential oil, while Beverley held specific points and read the appropriate Essential Oil Reflection to them. At the end of this session the perceived severity of the issue was once again assessed. 90% (27) of the participants felt that there was a decline in the perceived severity of their issue. Remarks included 'feel calmer', 'feel more relaxed'. 'feel fabulous'. 10% (3) of the participants did not feel any change at this time.
It was interesting for us to note that although an Essential Oil or a Heart Blossoming Point might come up for more than one person, no two people tested for both the same Oil and the same Heart Blossoming Point. The frequency of use and the duration of use was also unique to the individual.
The second consultation was set up for after the participants had finished using their essential oil as per their At Home Protocol. During the second consultation we checked in to see whether the participant noticed a difference in the severity of the issue now. 77% (23) did. In some cases the differences were dramatic and in other cases the differences were very subtle. 20% (6) did not feel there was a difference. Only 3% (1) did not give us any follow up feedback.
When asked whether they would use the protocol again: 47% (14) said 'Yes"; 17% (5) said "I might"; 10% (3) said "Probably Not"; 20% (6) said "No"; 3% (1) said "I don't know"; 3% (1) provided no feedback on this.
For some the changes were subtle, and while they were not always so easily noticed at the time, when we looked back at the original issue and the original perceived severity of that issue they became quite clear. The passage through change was also quite different for many of our participants. For some the changes took place quietly and they were able to move forward with ease and grace. For others the changes were more dramatic. We had participants who experienced a dramatic change during the first appointment, while the period of time they used the protocol at home was pretty uneventful. We have also had participants whose changes were accompanied by quite dramatic physical reactions. For some participants the reactions experienced had elements one would be more inclined to expect if one went on a cleanse or detoxifying regime (diarrhea, more frequent urination, skin breakouts). Some participants found that the physical pain they were hoping to get relief from first worsened. There were other participants who found that they were laid low with the onset of flu like symptoms. Our participants who got to experience these dramatic reactions were all very brave and they continued to use the protocol despite their reactions. All found that after a few days these symptoms eased and they all experienced a significant shift in their way of being and/or in their issue.
It was also very interesting to note that a number of the participants also experienced a shift and change in other areas of their lives. In fact, in some cases, the changes in these other areas were more profound than the changes in their original issue.
So based on our little Case Study Project we are pleased to announce that we have decided to add Aromatic Kinesiology to the Menu of Services offered at Natural Comfort Wellness Centre. We are pricing this service [consultation (anywhere from 30 - 60 minutes) and take home essential oil] at $45.00. A refill of the essential oil with no consultation is $20.00.
Aromatic Kinesiology is useful for:
· Balancing Meridians
· Alleviating Stress
Aromatic Kinesiology draws on the following techniques to promote positive change:
· Emotional Stress Release Technique, which assists in diffusing past, present and/or future events that are stressful.
· Time Tracking, which identifies and defuses the original point of emotional reference, where the feeling was first experienced and provides a safe passage back to the subconscious through positive emotional reinforcement and helps to initiate positive change.
· Cook's Energy Enhancer Technique, which can be used to create inner calm, let the mind relax before sleep, lessen anxiety and inner churning, see things with a better perspective, focus the mind more effectively, think more clearly, comprehend and learn information more easily, ease fatigue while reading, assist with dyslexia and stuttering, release stress from the body.
· Healing Endeavour Process, which can be viewed as a desire that you would like to achieve, your next step in life, a healing intention or simply a goal.
