In 1762 Benjamin Franklin conducted a series of experiments to find out if the phrase “pour oil on troubled waters” had any basis in scientific fact. The ancient historian Pliny claimed that sailors often poured a barrel of olive oil overboard during stormy weather to calm the waves. Franklin’s project was a bit more modest. He took a cruet of oil to a nearby horse pond on a windy day and discovered for himself that just a touch of oil would settle the waves on the entire pond, reducing the friction of the wind to such an extent that, in his words, “the pond became as smooth as a looking glass.”
Having discovered this fascinating scientific fact, Franklin’s spritely sense of humor came into play. He had a hollow walking stick made, into which he could keep about a pint of olive oil. By pushing on the head of his stick, he could release the oil surreptitiously from the bottom of his walking stick whenever he wished.
For years after, the great inventor and patriot would astonish friends whenever they were near a small body of water on a windy day, by casually announcing he would stop the action of the waves by dipping his walking stick into the turbulent water -- and then doing so, at which point the waves would immediately cease.
In today’s world we don’t literally spread oil on troubled waters -- that would be considered polluting our environment! -- but we do use a variety of essential oils to calm troubled nerves and digestive systems. Check with your Wellness Advocate to find out which essential oils are best for your specific aromatherapy needs.
Amy Snyder -- Your Wellness Advocate
For further information, and for an absolutely free, no obligation, sample of three of the most commonly used oils, including lemon and lavender, contact Wellness Advocate Amy Snyder at http://bit.ly/2eH1D3D Please put your name and address in her Comments box. She has used these superb essential oils for years herself and will be delighted to share her experiences with you in a professional and friendly manner!
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