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There is nothing wrong with aromatherapy in and of itself. The problem arises when a person believes that it is going to make them a happier person. Such a person is looking for happiness in the wrong places.
A nice aroma may bring temporary enjoyment, but then what happens when the scent dies out? You're back to square one. There is little to no long term benefit. There will probably be a yearning for more pleasing scents, a craving, and potential attachment issues may arise.
I've found that focusing my efforts in cultivating a true and lasting happiness that is independent of sense pleasures has given rise to a much greater happiness and sense of fulfillment than when I was chasing happiness in that which is impermanent. There is a saying in Buddhism- "Sacrifice lesser happiness for a greater happiness."
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