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In March 31 to April 2, 2000 I attended a three-day seminar at AMBROSIA essential oil Apothecary in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. The seminar, titled "Advanced Aromatic Study & Seminar: Spirituality of Medicinal Plants, Biochemistry of Essential oils, Medicine of the New Millennium,"  was hosted by Dr Malte Hozzel, a world-renowned Aromatherapist, Naturalist, Adjunct Assistant Professor of Psychology & Health, author, lecturer and founder of Ayus GmbH, Oshadhi GmbH, Aham Academy, Buehl, Germany, Orto de Prouvenco Aromatherapy Seminar Center, Aurel, France. During the seminar, I delved into the benefit and healing power of premium quality certified organic essential oils. I stayed in touch with Dr Hozzel over the years, and he was aware of my research about the neem tree from India which I had been conducting since 1994. Dr Hozzel included Neem oil from India in his program of over 500 quality essential oils, cosmetics, and personal care products, which proved highly successful in addressing skin problems.

Host of Seminar Dr Malte Hozzel and his sister Monika Vierlinger

In 2019, I received an invitation from Dr Hozzel to deliver a lecture about the miraculous versatile medicinal neem tree from India at the Aromatherapy Seminar Center Orto de Prouvenco, Aurel, France. However, the onset of the COVID-19  pandemic in spring 2020 led to the cancellation of his seminars. Thankfully, in early 2023, I was once again invited to present a "Neem PowerPoint Slide Presentation" in France July 27 - August 5. The seminar took place at the hotel/hotelier/Resort Du Val De Sault, Sault-e-Vaucluse and the Orto de Prouvenco Aromatherapy Seminar Center, Aurel.

Aromatherapy Essential Oil Seminar Centre, Aurel, France

The seminar drew participants from 14 different countries including Belarus, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, China, Croatia, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Malaysia,  Russia, Spain, Sweden, and the United States of America.

Small Organic Essential Oil Distillery, Aurel, France

Throughout the event, we enjoyed a diverse range of speakers, including myself with the theme: "The Magic Of Neem" and had the opportunity to visit two local essential oil distilleries, one very small organic and the other quite large in Aurel. The surrounding area was adorned with large extensive lavender fields, filling the air with delightful fragrance which made me sleep very well! We also explored a botanical garden and ventured to the Gorges de Nesque and Mount Ventoux.

Seminar Room at Hotel/Resort Du Val De Sault, France

Each day, our lectures commended at 10:00 am, with a lunch break at the Aromatherapy Seminar Center Orto de Prouvenco, Aurel 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm. The lectures continued from 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm followed by a dinner at the hotel/resort. The location was picturesque, offering a relaxed atmosphere., and we were blessed with sunny weather, with temperatures between 25 and 30 degrees  Celsius throughout our stay. The seminar included captivating video presentations and sparked lively discussions among participants. We even enjoyed in a late afternoon a pool party on one of the days!

At the end of the seminar, Dr Malte Hozzel kindly provided all attendees with a seminar textbook titled "Holistic Aromatology". This comprehensive 40-page book features a list of 33 well-known premium essential oils, along with detailed information about the benefits and healing power.

Within the seminar textbook, Dr Hozzel shared an educational article  "Aromatherapy for Healing & Spirit." In this article, he discussed the emerging trend of combining essential oils with massage, chakra therapy, auric cleansing, visualization, meditation, yoga, and other holistic approaches to healing and self-development. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the subtle workings of aromatic molecules, opening doors to their application in energy medicine.

Dr Hozzel also highlights how this approach aligns with the wisdom of ancient healing traditions like plant-derived Ayurveda in India and Traditional Chinese medicine which have always recognized the significance of subtle energies in the healing process. He noted that fostering touch and our sense of smell is crucial for our well-being, and he praised plants for their timeless wisdom, calling them messengers from beyond, connected to cosmic energies.

In conclusion, plants, through their essential oils, carry concentrated cosmic energy and serve as messenger of the universal "power plant”. They offer nourishment and care to all living beings and deserve our gratitude, love and ecological ethics.

The seminar was an enriching lifetime experience, bringing together individuals from diverse backgrounds to explore the wonders of aromatherapy and the healing power of nature's gifts and enhanced my life!

Words of Wisdom

"Plants remind us that all health lies between heaven and earth. Man and plants are created for each other woven together into the great cycles of evolution."

Dr Malte Hozzel

Further Information

Please check this educational video about neem oil by Dr Malte Hozzel:

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Neem Oil: A sacred oil from India with special benefit for skin care

Dr Hozzel is the author of the following books:
Essays on Holistic Aromatherapy
Man and Plants – An Ancient Alliance
Aromatic Reflections in Times of Crises
Fragrant Light – Healing Energy of Nature

Disclaimer: The information in this article is only for educational purposes and not meant to diagnose or treatment of illness please contact your health care practitioner.