I’ve had vestibular migraine spells happen while eating at a restaurant, mid-conversations, on vacation, while driving (luckily that only happened once, and I pulled over quickly) and various other scenarios.  Interestingly, some of my first memories of these episodes date back to my twenties; although, they were so brief that I never thought more about them or connected the dots.  It’s only in hindsight that I can see how they were a preview of what would hit years later.  There was a period of a few weeks in my mid-twenties when I remember feeling very disconnected from my body.  At the time I was newly vegan and wondered if it was from the transition, so I played around with my diet.  I now know that I was experiencing a cycle of silent migraines (no pain) with the awful symptom of derealization.  I also remember coming through the fog.  I went to bed one night and felt a little bit more present and knew I was coming through the haze.  (except from Uncovering Bliss: A Journey With A Vestibular Condition and Beyond)

I also talk about an attack in the moment in this blog post.
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​When the attack hits, I can see but I’ve entered that alternate dimension (derealization setting in).  I’m back behind my window and doing everything I can to fight it.  Pounding on the glass but I can’t break it.  It’s a confusing dimension with no visible exit.  I know that I’m still here on this earthly plane but simultaneously feel like I’m not here at all.  My main goal becomes not to get sucked in…too deep.  To keep hold of reality and claw my way out because I know I can.  I’ve been here before.  I’m just not sure how long it will take and how dark it’ll get before I find the light. (except from Uncovering Bliss: A Journey With A Vestibular Condition and Beyond)
​The thing about vestibular migraines is that symptoms can arise suddenly and unexpectedly.  I’d say I’ve mastered my preventative plan and use diet, supplements, CBD, essential oils, and movement to elevate my wellness and lead a vibrant life; however, occasionally symptoms arise and when they do I feel much better knowing I’m prepared and confident because I have a plan in place.
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Essential oils have supported my wellness every step of the way.  Note that when I discuss essential oils, I am only referring to certified pure therapeutic grade (CPTG) essential oils.  There’s a lot of junk out there claiming to be “oils”, but quality is everything.  Without quality, there are no benefits.  If you’re new to oils, I encourage you to read my basics guide first, and then come back here.  Also, please reach out with any questions.  Being empowered with CPTG oils is a wonderful feeling.  Pure essential oils play a crucial role in my wellness routine.

I follow a daily oils routine to support my health, but the below method is when a trigger (commonly weather and/or hormones in my case) causes a shift in my system (think bucket overflowing) and a migraine starts to breakthrough.  I use this system to provide support to my body and combat the migraine.

NOTE: The below routine is what works for me.  I'm not a doctor and the below is not intended as a cure.  I'm a person who cares a lot about my health and uncovering what helps me feel my best.  We're all different, so I encourage you to advocate for yourself and discover what works best for you.  Essential oils are the support system that I use so my body can do what it's meant to do: thrive.  Please do your own research, ask questions and discuss any concerns with your practitioner.    


​More recently I've also found CBD to be very helpful.  This is my current favorite.  During an attack I use CBD throughout the duration of it to help calm my mind and body and move through the episode.  I find CBD and pure plant oils especially helpful when paired with a meditation.  I know in the darkness of an attack that I need to create my reality and it starts with what is happening internally (read Becoming Supernatural).