Gonggong—the Chinese water deity and dwarf planet—brings waves that dissolve limits, reveal compassion, and test spiritual boundaries. In this conversation, Elizabeth Ashley (UK Director, National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy; Founder, Aromatic Mystery School) and Adam Barralet explore Gonggong planet mythology, its astrological themes (breakdown → breakthrough), and how targeted aromatherapy blends of spiritual essential oils can support clarity, protection, and stamina through spiritual awakening fatigue.

We cover: Gonggong’s symbolism (water, serpents/dragons, headstrong rupture → reset), echoes of Pluto/Neptune, and “choose your hard” resilience.

Collective and personal themes: compassion, compassion fatigue, media overwhelm, and the rising conversation on psychological & spiritual boundaries.

Practical support with aromatherapy blends for clarity and energetic containment (juniper, celery seed, myrtle) and for mental breakthrough (eucalyptus radiata, mentha arvensis/Japanese corn mint, wintergreen)—plus warm creative ignition (basil, cinnamon bark, clary sage).

Aromatherapy Blends mentioned (from the talk):

Boundaries & Containment (aroma pendant): 3 drops juniper, 2 drops celery seed, 1 drop myrtle.

Breakthrough/Clarity (diffuser or well-diluted topical): 1 drop eucalyptus radiata (narrow-leaf peppermint gum), 1 drop mentha arvensis (Japanese peppermint/corn mint), 1 drop wintergreen.

Creative “bash-through” (well-diluted topical or diffuser): 1 drop basil, 1 drop cinnamon bark, 1 drop clary sage in a tablespoon of carrier.

Safety notes reflected in the talk: avoid wintergreen and cinnamon bark in pregnancy; wintergreen interacts with blood-thinning/platelet issues—use with care or choose diffusion.

Why this matters now: With Gonggong moving slowly (currently in Pisces) and long retrograde windows, many report heightened emotion, porous boundaries, and spiritual awakening fatigue. Thoughtful spiritual essential oils can help you stay compassionate without drowning—and maintain clear spiritual boundaries while doing your work.

Chapters 00:00 Exploring Gong Gong: The Dwarf Planet and Its Energy 02:57 Gong Gong Mythology: Understanding the Water God 05:46 Emotional Challenges and Breakthroughs 08:52 Boundaries and Compassion in the Age of Aquarius 11:47 Navigating Emotional Upheavals with Essential Oils 14:53 Creating Essential Oil Blends for Clarity and Compassion 17:42 The Role of Gong Gong in Personal and Societal Change 20:58 Astrological Insights: Understanding Gong Gong's Influence 23:55 The Power of Essential Oils in Spiritual Practices 27:06

Final Thoughts: Embracing Challenges for GrowthAbout your hosts Elizabeth Ashley — UK Director for the National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy; Founder, Aromatic Mystery School (spiritual, emotional, and energetic dimensions of plants). Adam Barralet — Educator and author exploring practical spirituality, astrology, and plant wisdom.

Join the conversation: If you have sources or lineage notes on Gonggong mythology or experience working with this dwarf planet, add them in the comments to help expand the knowledge base.

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Eris—the Goddess of Discord and divine agitator—invites us to explore our own edges of truth, authenticity, and belonging. When this dwarf planet moves into retrograde, the energy of discord can actually become a tool for spiritual awakening.In this episode, Elizabeth Ashley (The Secret Healer) and Adam Barralet share three aromatherapy blends inspired by Eris astrology—formulas designed to bring balance, sovereignty, and insight when working with the goddess of chaos.You’ll learn:🌑 How Eris influences modern astrology and the divine feminine🪶 Why dwarf planets matter in your spiritual astrology practice🔥 3 essential oil blends to work with Eris energy in ritual or meditation⚖️ How to channel discord into clarity, power, and peaceChapters00:00 Eris and the Dwarf Planets03:00 The Myth of Eris and the Trojan War05:58 Eris in Astrology: Fitting In vs. Authenticity08:45 Eris Retrograde: Empowerment and Conflict11:46 Essential Oils for Embracing Eris15:06 The Role of Essential Oils in Conflict Resolution18:03 Creating Community with Eris Energy20:39 The Power of Oregano and Cardamom23:50 Calming the Rage: Essential Oil Blends26:47 The Intersection of Eris and Social Justice30:08 Final Thoughts on Eris and Essential OilsWhether you’re deep in shadow work, navigating spiritual awakening stages, or studying Eris and Pluto alignments, this discussion brings practical magical tools and essential oils into cosmic context.

As the veil between worlds thins at Samhain, we’re invited to reflect on death — not only as an ending, but as a sacred transition and part of the eternal cycle of life. In this video, we explore essential oils that bring comfort, courage, and connection during times of death, dying, and transformation.Discover which botanicals help you honour departed loved ones, release grief, and embrace the wisdom that comes from endings. Learn how to use these oils in ritual, meditation, or quiet moments of remembrance to support the soul’s journey through change.🌿 In this video:✨ The spiritual meaning of Samhain and its link to death and rebirth🌹 Essential oils for comfort, release, and ancestral connection🔥 How to work with scent in ritual and remembrance practicesWhether you’re navigating loss, supporting someone in transition, or simply honouring the season of shadow and renewal, these oils will help you move through the darkness with grace.TO FIND MY SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS, BOOKS, MEDITATIONS, CLASSES, COURSES AND READINGS, SIMPLY CLICK HERE: https://linktr.ee/adambarralet To contact me regarding purchasing essential oils at a VIP rate, extending your essential oil education or you’d like to work with me in sharing these gifts from Mother Earth and her plants to those you care about, please visit: https://goo.gl/forms/Cv96rHPcKya4dhMB2 To purchase essential oils, please visit: https://www.adambarralet.com/holistic-health-with-adam To purchase my latest book exploring the essential oils and chakras, please visit: http://linktr.ee/chakrabalancing CONNECT WITH LIZ HERE: https://linktr.ee/thesecrethealer Stay in the loop for new classes & events: https://aromaticmysteryschool.com/email-capture