Review: It's about a change in lifestyle
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 02 7, 2014
Having read a few of Marta’s books I really like the honest and relaxed style, in which she presents her knowledge. She writes:“… to be honest, just like everyone else in this planet, I am both a student and a teacher…”Ahhh, how refreshing this statement is in a world, where too many pretend to know everything. Also, while I have much to learn about aroma therapy, I know much more about Eastern spiritual philosophy and Marta’s statement is in synch with that.As a history buff I appreciated the little anecdotes; I can never get enough of those:“… Julius Cesar was given a daily aromatherapy treatment to help alleviate his neuralgia condition. Many diseased or injured people were treated with aromatherapy massage, as ancient Indian, Chinese and Greek manuscripts recount...”Obviously, it is a cool thought that all of us could learn to receive the same treatments as Julius Caesar.Marta explains the difference between the French and the British School of aroma therapy. Somehow, it did not really surprise me that“… The French School, on the other hand, includes the oral intake of essential oils and defines itself as a scientific branch of aromatherapy….”after all the French are known for their cooking skills, whereas the British spirit of experiencing adventures abroad is legendary.Then again, this little book is about so much more than aroma therapy.  In particular I appreciated chapter 8: Juices and Teas to Rejuvenate. The cold winter of 2013/14 renewed my interest in teas (there is a limit to how much coffee one can drink and I do not drink any soda at all). Thus, I was pleased to find more information how I can improve my health at the same time.All in all, this is a wonderful little book, which offers tips and tricks how to gradually adapt to a healthier and positive life style. Highly recommend to all, who are not interested in some strict regimen but in a change of life style.Gisela Hausmann, author and blogger