Ma Book Launch and Workshop

Place: Perfect Potion, 7 Guardhouse Road, Banyo, Brisbane
Date: Saturday 3rd October 2026
Time: 10am–12pm (followed by a light lunch)

In this highly anticipated sequel to Kotodama of Scent, you are invited to step beyond theory and into a lived, sensory experience of flourishing. Life’s challenges — stress, uncertainty, and transition — are not roadblocks; they are the terrain upon which we build our character.

Ma: The Space Where You Can Flourish provides a scientifically validated roadmap for this journey. By pairing 28 evocative Japanese concepts with the VIA Character Strengths and essential oils, this workbook transforms the Japanese words into a modern toolkit for mental and spiritual resilience.

In this workshop you will discover:

• The story behind the book — Sal’s journey into Japan, aromatherapy, the science behind this book, and the meaning of ma
• An introduction to the 28 Japanese words at the heart of the workbook, and the character strengths and essential oils paired with each one
• A guided, hands-on blending activity to create your own personal ma blend
• The official launch of the Ma Collection
• A light lunch together to close the morning

Whether you are a practising aromatherapist or someone seeking a deeper sense of meaning, you will learn to bridge the gap between who you are and who you have the potential to become — one scent, one word, and one strength at a time.

Going deeper

For those who attend the event, you will have free access to Sal’s 20-hour online masterclass — a $125 value, included at no extra cost. This masterclass walks you through the full landscape of the 28 Japanese words. We explore the emotional landscape of each
word, the ma it creates, its impact on wellbeing, the character
strengths aligned with it, how to make the most of its reflective practices, and how to create your own personalised aromatherapy blend.