For humans, the sense of smell triggers deep emotions and memories – some positive and some negative.
In fact, studies have revealed that scents can trigger more intense memories than images.
One of the five basic senses, smell, is vital for survival.
Humans and animals use scent to track food, find water, and communicate across great distances.
One study even showed that unpleasant smells warn us to danger through pain signals to the brain.
With such a powerful influence on our bodies and minds, it is no wonder that meditation uses scent to enhance the process and outcome.