We often forget that we breathe between twelve and twenty times every single minute. With every single breath, we aren’t just taking in oxygen - ingested along with it is the world’s scent.
Whether we realize it or not, our sense of smell is always “on”, quietly whispering to our emotions and shaping how we feel.
Scent is a silent narrator. It can make a room feel airy and light or heavy and cramped. It can make us feel instantly safe or strangely on edge. Often, these feelings hit us before we’ve even consciously noticed the aroma. That’s because our nose has a direct hotline to the part of the brain where memories and emotions live.
Scent on the Costa Tropical
Living and working here on the Costa Tropical, I notice daily how much the air speaks to us. In the heat of summer, the warm air intensifies everything it carries – from the salt of the sea breeze and sun-baked stone to the less pleasant smells that linger in the streets. Around two in the afternoon, the scent of garlic begins to drift through town. You don’t need a watch to know it’s lunchtime; your nose has already delivered the news.
In my work with fragrance, I see how honest people are when they encounter a scent. You can’t fake a reaction; the expression on someone’s face tells the whole story instantly.
A few thoughts on scent in daily life:
* Clean isn’t just “nothing”: We often associate cleanliness with a total lack of smell, but a subtle, well-balanced scent can actually enhance that feeling of freshness.
* A tool for balance: Certain notes can energize a morning, while softer, warmer scents help us unwind after a long day without us even realizing it.
* The scent of “Home”: Just like a familiar song, a consistent scent creates a sense of belonging. It becomes the invisible fabric of what home feels like.
* Trust your nose: Scent is deeply personal. Forget the trends or the labels; if a fragrance makes you feel good, that’s the only rule that matters.
Connection and Community
In the heart of Almuñécar, my husband Jorge and I run Hermozia. It’s a small shop born from this passion, designed as a space to slow down and breathe consciously. We love showing people how a carefully chosen fragrance can transform a mood or a memory.
Living in this beautiful region, I’ve also learned that wellbeing is about more than just our surroundings; it’s about the people we share them with. Being part of the Costa Women Costa Tropical Group has been a wonderful way to connect. It’s a space where we share experiences and support one another, both personally and professionally, creating a different kind of “fresh air” for the soul.
Since we are breathing all day long anyway, why not let those breaths work for us?
By Froukje (Florita) Groeneveld
(Feature: Women Wise)
Keywords: Breathing, Every Breath you Take, Scent, Costa Women Costa Tropical
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