Why We Fail
It's safe to say that all of us have, at some point in our lives, committed to a goal and quit. For example, you went paleo... for a week. You planned out your workouts for a month but only made it to the gym twice. Remember when you promised your dentist that you would start flossing every day?... :(
There are a multitude of reasons for quitting before you reach the finish line. If you take a closer look, they ALL ultimately fall under two insecurities:
1. Fear of success and/or failure
Fear is a powerful thing. It creeps into everything you do: every opportunity, every decision, every responsibility. It can be a driving force or a crippling one. Sometimes it feels easier to stay comfortable exactly where you are rather than discover what is on the other side of the finish line. Fear is not something you overcome or learn how to remove altogether. Instead, recognize your excuses as FEAR. Next time you find yourself "falling off the wagon," think about why you made the choice to compromise and give up on yourself. Was fear a part of it?
2. Feeling unworthy of the end result
For those that resonate with this insecurity, it is likely that this feeling of "being unworthy" stems from a time in your past when you might have been told that you didn’t deserve something, or you may have had your heart set on something and experienced disappointment when you didn't get it. Who hasn't felt disappointment in this way before?
These experiences are important for growth in your life; however, If you are not in tune with your thoughts and you become wrapped up in your own EGO when expectations are not met, it is easy to feel like you aren't deserving or worthy of things you THINK you want in life. Telling yourself you are unworthy and undeserving will only bring more pain and suffering.
"So what can I do?"
Break the cycle. Where to start, let's use tactical skills like your SMART goals to create daily, attainable success so that you can remove fear and doubt from your life.
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When setting goals, it is very important to set SMART goals:
Specific
This is about making sure your goal isn’t too vague, but instead, represents exactly what you plan to accomplish.
This is about making sure your goal isn’t too vague, but instead, represents exactly what you plan to accomplish.
Measurable
This requirement assures that you can actually see and follow your progress in order to move in the right direction through quantitative means.
This requirement assures that you can actually see and follow your progress in order to move in the right direction through quantitative means.
Attainable/Achievable
This refers to goals you can actually achieve in the time frame allotted. Having a goal to lose 50 pounds in one week would be an unattainable goal.
This refers to goals you can actually achieve in the time frame allotted. Having a goal to lose 50 pounds in one week would be an unattainable goal.
Realistic
This refers to having a goal that you’re both willing and able to achieve.
This refers to having a goal that you’re both willing and able to achieve.
Time-bound (or Timely)
This is all about making sure you have an end-date in mind; a goal to find a new job that fits the lifestyle you want isn’t really a goal unless you set a date by which you’d like to accomplish it. This will hold you accountable.
This is all about making sure you have an end-date in mind; a goal to find a new job that fits the lifestyle you want isn’t really a goal unless you set a date by which you’d like to accomplish it. This will hold you accountable.
Example: I will make one homemade meal every day by the last week of this course.
Example: I will incorporate more physical activity: 30-60 minutes 3 times a week by week two.
Example: I will wake up, read my “why,” and think of one thing I am grateful for every morning starting tomorrow.
Example: I will incorporate more physical activity: 30-60 minutes 3 times a week by week two.
Example: I will wake up, read my “why,” and think of one thing I am grateful for every morning starting tomorrow.
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There are 100,000 chemicals on the market today. The toxic Substance Control Act of 1976 grandfathered them in. What does that mean to you? Simply put: these chemicals have not had any safety testing, and we know very little information about their side effects. Since 1940's prostate cancer is up 200%, Thyroid cancer up 155%, Brain cancer up 70%. What happens when your body is chemically overloaded? It may not be cancer, but we can feel in ways like: lethargy, inability to focus, sleep trouble, chronic inflammation, unexplained pain, skin issues, adult acne, hot flashes, stress, anxiety, and fear.
If you are tired of living in a chemically overloaded world, click the link below and learn how easy it is to change out chemicals for toxic-free living.
We are talking everything Women's Health.
There's a silent epidemic happening to women everywhere: hormonal balance is being destroyed. Over twenty million of us suffer from polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), fibroids, endometriosis, painful/difficult/heavy periods, and thyroid and adrenal issues. For the first time since their creation, birth control pills are being used to treat girls under the age of seventeen for endocrine-related concerns. Not only are young women suffering similar conditions to their mothers and sisters at an earlier age and with much more intensity, but new conditions are arising that women of older generations have not experienced. Hormone replacement therapy is at an all-time high. One in ten couples is infertile, and hysterectomies are still the number-one surgery performed on women. Modern gynecological care can't keep up with our demands, yet we women are desperate to restore balance, preserve fertility, and maintain youthful hormonal patterns in our bodies.
Hormones affect everything.
So what can you do? Grab these books: WomenCode by Alisa Vitti. And Taming the Dragon Within by LeAnne Deardeuff You will want these books!!! Begin to understand your body and why it does what it does! The easiest place to start? Know and track your cycle. I have a FREE printable PDF to help you do just that at the end of the email.
KNOW THY CYCLE
Here is the first phase of four when talking about your cycle:
PHASE 1: Follicular Phase
Duration: 7-10 Days
• Hormone focus. The hypothalamus signals your pituitary gland to send follicle-stimulating hormones to your ovaries, telling them to get ready to release another egg. Several egg follicles start to swell in preparation. Estrogen increases to thicken your uterine lining so that it can host an egg.
• Body focus. Physical energy increases throughout this phase, and you may sometimes feel restless.
• Lifestyle focus. Creativity and new beginnings characterize this phase. This is the time to direct your energy into stimulating projects at work and at home. Plan brainstorming sessions with your coworkers; save your most mentally challenging assignments for this week since your brain's penchant for creativity at this time makes it easier to problem-solve. Your physical energy is at one of its highest points during your follicular phase. Emotionally, you feel outgoing, upbeat, and revitalized.
• Exercise focus. Try something new-take that Zumba or yoga sculpting class you've been yearning to try at your gym. Putting your brain and body in a new, stimulating situation feels like an easy, natural thing for you to do at this time of the month.
CLICK HERE to get the breakdown of Phases 2-4 sent to your email inbox.
I hope this info helps to understand your cycle more in-depth! Now what? Get to tracking it and put that info to use. Click the next pic to download the printable PDF Cycle Tracker:
Last week we talked all about your cycle and why you feel a certain way during each phase. This week, let's talk about supporting your cycle with Young Living products.
First up, Progessence Plus.
Progessence Plus Serum was thoughtfully designed specifically for women. Made with natural, bioidentical progesterone from wild yam; this product promotes well-being and feelings of relaxation, harmony, and balance.
Wild yam may: balance hormones, increase libido, boost energy, support hot flashes, and support symptoms of PMS.
Second, on the list is Super B.
Super B is a comprehensive vitamin supplement that provides all eight B vitamins and bioavailable minerals to provide the energy you need to feel great on the go. Combined with Nutmeg essential oil and bioavailable chelated minerals such as magnesium, manganese, selenium, and zinc, Super B helps maintain healthy energy levels, supports cardiovascular and cognitive function, and eases feelings of everyday stress.
And last, but certainly not least, Master Formula.
Master Formula is a full-spectrum supplement that provides vitamins and minerals that can help support bone density and health, brain function, cellular protection, digestive health, energy levels, eye health, heart health, immune support, and skin health.
Listen in on this recording from Dr. Dan Purser. He goes into great detail about supporting hormones naturally with these Young Living products. Click the picture to listen to the recording:
Hormones are critical to maintaining vibrant health and regulating numerous body activities. Before starting any natural progesterone program that targets the body's hormone system, request that your hormone levels be tested by asking for a blood hormone panel taken by a specialist.
Now let's chat about "Glands That Make You Go."
The endocrine system is a network of glands in your body that make the hormones that help cells talk to each other. They're responsible for almost every cell, organ, and function in your body. These glands include the pituitary, thyroid, adrenal, reproductive, pineal, parathyroid, and thymus. Although each gland produces its own particular hormone, they are interconnected and play a huge role in women's health.
One of the best ways to keep each gland healthy is to avoid endocrine disruptors.
According to the NIEHS, many chemicals, both natural and man-made, may mimic or interfere with the endocrine system. Chemicals called endocrine disruptors are linked with developmental, reproductive, brain, immune, and other problems. Endocrine Disruptors are found in many everyday products, including some plastic bottles and containers, liners of metal food cans, cleaning supplies, skincare products, detergents, flame retardants, food, toys, cosmetics, and pesticides. Even low doses of endocrine-disrupting chemicals may be unsafe. The body's normal endocrine functioning involves very small changes in hormone levels, yet we know that these changes can cause significant developmental and biological effects. This observation leads scientists to think that endocrine-disrupting chemical exposures, even at low amounts, can alter the body's sensitive systems and lead to health problems.
So what can you do? Read labels. Know your ingredients, products, and how they are manufactured.
The most significant and first step you can take in supporting your Endocrine System is using a genuinely safe household cleaner. The choice in our family is Thieves Household Cleaner. This one product opened the door for safer and healthier choices, and we are so thankful.
we wrap up Women's Health with information that will EQUIP YOU with confidence to limit your exposure to products and ingredients that can wreak havoc on your endocrine system.
THE DIRT
Did you know that cleaning products aren't regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)? It's true! The companies that manufacture cleaning products are held to no safety standard and no requirement for listing ingredients. When the Toxic Substance Control Act was passed in 1976, it grandfathered in thousands of unevaluated chemicals already in use. Because of this, there are still thousands of chemicals in cleaning products that have never been tested for safety. All kinds of nasty ingredients could be lurking in your cleaning solutions, and you'd never know it!
Many commercial cleaners contain allergy-inducing substances, endocrine-disrupting chemicals, and neurotoxins. Endocrine-disrupting chemicals can wreak havoc on your cellular health, thyroid, reproductive system, and even mental clarity. Children, babies, and pets are even more vulnerable to chemical exposure because they can't eliminate toxins easily as adults. Most of these products can cause injury if mishandled and pose a threat to the environment. Yikes.
HOW DO YOU KNOW IF A CLEANING PRODUCT IS HARMFUL?
One of the best ways to make your home a natural haven is to know what ingredients to avoid in your personal care and cleaning products. We're exposed to toxic chemicals every day, but you can reduce your exposure if you know what they are. Unfortunately, it's not enough to simply look for a "non-toxic" or "natural" claim on the label. The FDA doesn't regulate these claims, so you'll have to be a label sleuth and learn how to identify iffy ingredients yourself. In addition to these chemicals, you should look out for warnings and claims that might indicate a product is harmful to your health.
So what can you do? YL has this fantastic guide that will walk you through a deeper dive into turning "your home environment into a safe and healthy haven where you and your family can thrive."
Click the picture below to access the helpful guide, Home Cleaning Guide: How to Detox Your Home Naturally:
You are going to find that guide incredibly helpful! Enjoy!
I hope this has been extremely helpful for you.
I am here as a resource and guide for you as you navigate this journey of health and wellness. If you are looking for more in-depth help on hormones, gut health, or emotions, click below and I will help you find the best place to start for you.
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There are 100,000 chemicals on the market today. The toxic Substance Control Act of 1976 grandfathered them in. What does that mean to you? Simply put: these chemicals have not had any safety testing, and we know very little information about their side effects. Since 1940's prostate cancer is up 200%, Thyroid cancer up 155%, Brain cancer up 70%. What happens when your body is chemically overloaded? It may not be cancer, but we can feel in ways like: lethargy, inability to focus, sleep trouble, chronic inflammation, unexplained pain, skin issues, adult acne, hot flashes, stress, anxiety, and fear.
If you are tired of living in a chemically overloaded world, click the link below and learn how easy it is to change out chemicals for toxic-free living.
🌿 Emotions & Essential Oils: A Journey to Healing
Let’s talk about emotions.
They can be messy, overwhelming, and even a little scary. It's often easier to suppress them than to actually feel and process them. But here’s the truth: the more we learn to recognize, feel, and release emotions in a healthy way, the more free, balanced, and fulfilled we become.
When we process emotions instead of bottling them up, we create space to heal and grow — emotionally, physically, and spiritually. This is the path to living freely and creating the life you truly desire.
Why Emotional Work Matters (For Adults and Kids)
We begin learning emotional patterns from birth — which means childhood is a key time to teach healthy emotional expression. Helping kids recognize and process their feelings is one of the greatest gifts we can give as parents or caregivers.
But what if you didn’t learn those tools growing up? No worries. You’re not behind — you're right on time. This class will give you practical, simple tools for healing emotions at any age.
✨ Download your worksheet, then write down three emotions you want to finally let go of. You don’t have to carry them anymore.
🧠 The Science of Emotions: The Limbic System
Emotions live in the limbic system — the part of your brain responsible for feelings, memories, motivation, and even your sense of smell. That’s why essential oils are such a powerful emotional support tool.
When you inhale an essential oil, it travels through your nasal cavity, stimulating the olfactory bulb (which connects directly to the limbic system). Your brain has an emotional reaction before a logical one. That’s why smell can instantly bring back memories — good or bad.
And that’s also why oils are so effective in emotional healing. They help access, release, and rewire stored emotional responses — even ones you didn’t know you were holding onto.
💧 Featured Emotional Support Oils & Techniques
✨ Harmony™ – Balance, Peace & Positivity
Ingredients: Sacred Sandalwood, Lavender, Frankincense, Orange, Rose, and more.
Use It When: You need to bring peace into your home, your heart, or your relationships.
Use It When: You need to bring peace into your home, your heart, or your relationships.
How to Use:
- Diffuse 4–6 drops to create a peaceful atmosphere.
- Apply 2–4 drops to your collarbone and repeat the affirmation:
“I am lovely.”
💗 Forgiveness™ – Letting Go of the Past
“Forgiveness isn’t always easy… but there is no peace without it.” – Marianne Williamson
Ingredients: Melissa, Frankincense, Royal Hawaiian Sandalwood, Rose, and more.
Ingredients: Melissa, Frankincense, Royal Hawaiian Sandalwood, Rose, and more.
How to Use:
- Diffuse or apply 2–4 drops to your right rib cage or right foot.
- Pair with deep breathing and this affirmation:
“I learn from all of life’s experiences.”
🧒 Inner Child™ – Reconnect with Who You Really Are
Ingredients: Orange, Jasmine, Lemongrass, Neroli, Spruce, and more.
How to Use:
- Dilute and apply to earlobes or diffuse for memory recall and emotional grounding.
- Suggested affirmation:
“I release the past.”
Reflect: What did you love doing as a child?
🧘 Present Time™ – Live in the Moment
Ingredients: Bitter Orange, Ylang Ylang, Black Spruce.
How to Use:
- Apply below the belly button or diffuse during meditation.
- Suggested affirmation:
“I see clearly.”
😤 Release™ – Let Go of Anger & Frustration
Perfect for teens, parents, and anyone navigating emotional tension.
Ingredients: Blue Tansy, Jasmine, Ylang Ylang, Davana, Spearmint, and more.
Ingredients: Blue Tansy, Jasmine, Ylang Ylang, Davana, Spearmint, and more.
How to Use:
- Apply below your throat or diffuse.
- Pair with movement or breathwork.
- Suggested affirmation:
“I let go with ease and grace.”
🌬 Aroma Freedom Technique (AFT)
Feeling stuck in a loop of negative emotions?
AFT is a 12-step process using essential oils to dissolve emotional blocks and rewire your mindset. You start with a goal you don’t believe is possible — and by the end, you feel clear, grounded, and capable.
AFT is a 12-step process using essential oils to dissolve emotional blocks and rewire your mindset. You start with a goal you don’t believe is possible — and by the end, you feel clear, grounded, and capable.
You can use oils like:
- Stress Away
- Frankincense
- Lavender
- Release
- Believe
- Transformation
🧡 The Feelings Kit – Emotional Support in a Box
Includes 6 powerful blends for emotional release and balance.
Retail: $260 | Member Price: $188.25
Retail: $260 | Member Price: $188.25
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- Earn 18–47 reward points
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And yes — you can even use your points to get this kit FREE in the future!
✨ Ready to Start Your Emotional Reset?
If you’re feeling…
- Tired and overwhelmed
- Emotionally stuck
- Disconnected from yourself
- Ready to feel more peace, clarity, and purpose
…then grab my free guide: 6 Steps to Emotional Transformation and learn new ways to say:
“I love me.”
“I love me.”
🧠💧 Let’s heal from the inside out — together.
There are 100,000 chemicals on the market today. The toxic Substance Control Act of 1976 grandfathered them in. What does that mean to you? Simply put: these chemicals have not had any safety testing, and we know very little information about their side effects. Since 1940's prostate cancer is up 200%, Thyroid cancer up 155%, Brain cancer up 70%. What happens when your body is chemically overloaded? It may not be cancer, but we can feel in ways like: lethargy, inability to focus, sleep trouble, chronic inflammation, unexplained pain, skin issues, adult acne, hot flashes, stress, anxiety, and fear.
If you are tired of living in a chemically overloaded world, click the link below and learn how easy it is to change out chemicals for toxic-free living.
It’s no secret that people love their coffee… and their tea. These two drinks continue to remain at the top of the list when it comes to popular beverages. Hot or cold - fully caffeinated or decaf - the world just loves their brew! But did you know that Young Living has an entire collection of ingestible essential oils and they can totally bring your beverage game to the next level? We will discuss the Young Living Vitality oils and ways to incorporate them into your coffee and tea recipes. We’ll even chat about their incredible ready-made tea options and how to get the best deal possible on it all. You won’t want to miss this! Let's get started.
Did you know that coffee trees can grow to more than 30 feet high? We are going to talk more about coffee, tea, and essential oils during this blog post. I hope you enjoy this post.
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Welcome to our Oil, Sip, Repeat class - I am so glad you’re here! I can’t wait to share about how you can safely incorporate Young Living essential oils into your coffee and tea recipes! I’ll even share some info on the great tea options Young Living has PLUS give you some recipes for homemade creamer and oil-infused sugar… and more! Are you ready?
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2 Why choose Young Living?
There are three main schools of thought when it comes to essential oil usage - the English, French, and German. The English model dilutes essential oils with a carrier oil and applies to the skin with the purpose of relaxation. The French model typically applies oils without a carrier and also ingests them. The German model focuses on inhalation of oils, also known as aromatherapy. Young Living combines those three models in hopes of experiencing the best possible results. As always, you are encouraged to do your own research and decide what works best for you and your family.
If you choose to ingest Young Living essential oils, they make it easy for you to know which ones are generally regarded as safe to consume with their white-labeled Vitality line. They are the exact same oils as their color-labeled twins, just with a special label that includes ingestion. The oils have also been non-GMO project verified and just like the rest of YL’s products, they are backed by their Seed to Seal quality commitment.
Young Living takes great pride in making sure you get a HIGH-quality essential oil and backs that guarantee all the way from the seed of the plant to the sealed bottle of oil. Check out some of the strict guidelines they abide by to fulfill their promise in sending only the best products to your home.
- plant material that is grown on corporately-owned farms or carefully vetted partner farms (that you CAN visit!)
- sustainable farming and sourcing practices, providing the purest oil
- great care is taken to preserve and protect natural resources
- hand-weeded fields and ZERO use of pesticides
- oils that retain all their natural constituents and therapeutic properties
- use of food-grade distillers with state-of-the-art design and distillation methods
- low pressure and low-temperature distillation, without the use of solvents or synthetic chemicals
- rigorous testing on each batch by internal labs and third-party facilities
- oils that are carefully reviewed through every step of production in order to meet or exceed industry safety and purity standards (beyond organic!)
And the best part… if the oils do not meet these high standards they are rejected and will not be bottled as a Young Living product. Check out more info on their Seed to Seal promise at www.seedtoseal.com.
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What surprises you the most about the Seed to Seal commitment? Tell us in the comments!
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#3 Lemongrass Vitality & Orange Vitality
Now that you know a little more about the Vitality line and what makes Young Living oils so unique, let’s talk about some specific ones and how to start using them in the world of hot and cold beverages.
First up - Lemongrass Vitality. This oil is full of bright, citrusy flavor and has a crisp, herbaceous bite to it. This oil is also a key ingredient in Young Living’s Slique CitraSlim weight-management products. And listen to this - it may support overall wellness, the digestive system, and a healthy circulatory system when taken as a daily supplement. Try a drop in some honey and then stir into your favorite tea - hot or cold! You can even start with a toothpick swirl and see if you’d like more. Simply stick a toothpick inside the orifice of the plastic reducer inside the oil bottle. Then swirl that around in your drink.
Now let’s talk about one of my favorite citrus oils - Orange Vitality. This oil is packed with a sweet, citrus flavor profile and full of zestiness. Not only does it taste incredible in water, juice, smoothies, and NingXia Red, you can also add it to hot or cold tea! It contains the naturally occurring constituent limonene, has antioxidant properties, and cleanses the digestive system. How amazing! One thing to note: citrus oils can break down the petrochemicals in plastic so it’s safer to use stainless steel, glass, or ceramic when adding oils to your dishes and drinks.
Want to know something else pretty cool? Young Living carries a Bergamot Vitality oil. That’s the fruit that’s used to make Earl Grey tea!
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Are you a fan of citrus in your tea?
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#4 Lavender Vitality & Rosemary Vitality
Now it’s time to chat two plants you’re probably pretty familiar with - Lavender and Rosemary. Did you know they pair pretty well tea AND coffee?
Lavender Vitality has a sweet and slightly floral flavor. You might want to have time to relax when you use this one because it improves sleep quality for occasional sleeplessness. How cool! It also supports general wellness, contains cleansing and antioxidant properties and helps ease occasional nervous tension. Try adding a toothpick swirl into a cup of chamomile tea at bedtime!
Now let’s chat about Rosemary Vitality has a uniquely herbaceous taste and is usually found in savory recipes. However, it can pair quite nicely in a tea or coffee drink. It’s loved for its naturally occurring constituents eucalyptol and alpha-pinene, which can help maintain overall wellness when taken as a dietary supplement. It’s also one of the star essential oils in these Young Living products: Thieves, En-R-Gee, and JuvaFlex, Essentialzymes-4, and Inner Defense. Try one drop of Rosemary Vitality + 1 TBSP maple syrup and mix it into some milk or cream. Froth the milk; add to your coffee or latte and top with a small dash of sea salt. Voila!
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Have you tried either of these two oils yet? What do you like about them?
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5 Peppermint Vitality & Spearmint Vitality
Up next - two wildly popular oils - Peppermint Vitality and Spearmint Vitality. Just a reminder - the Vitality oils are exactly the same as their color-labeled versions. Same oil, different label. The labels just make it easier for you to know which ones are safe to ingest.
So what’s so good about Peppermint Vitality? This oil has a bright, cool flavor that is instantly recognizable. Not only can you add it to food, you can add it to coffee and teas… or hot chocolate! It’s pretty strong, so start with a toothpick swirl and go from there. The best part about this oil is its benefits. It supports gastrointestinal system comfort, enhances healthy gut function, maintains efficiency of the digestive tract, reduces feelings of discomfort after large meals, and may support performance during exercise. How amazing is that?! It’s such a powerhouse!
What about Spearmint Vitality? This oil has a slightly different minty taste than Peppermint. Some find it a little milder but still refreshing in flavor. It adds a unique cooling effect to food and drinks. It’s especially delicious in iced tea! This oil has the ability to help calm tummies and support normal digestion when taken as a dietary supplement. It also contains naturally occurring menthol, carvone, and limonene. If you aren’t familiar with those - look them up! You’ll be pretty blown away with the benefits of consuming them.
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Have you tried either of these two oils? Which one is your favorite?
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#6 Lemon Vitality & Lime Vitality
So earlier we talked about Orange essential oil… now let’s talk about some more of the citrus oils Young Living has to offer for consumption - Lemon Vitality and Lime Vitality. Citrus oils are some of the most budget-friendly Young Living has so stock up or give them as gifts. They’re extremely versatile and can be used for a variety of things. It’s also important to note: citrus oils are cold-pressed from the rind so they don’t contain the same acidity level that the inside of the fruit has. In other words, you don’t have to worry about them messing with the enamel on your teeth!
First up - Lemon Vitality. If you joined Young Living with one of the Premium Starter bundles then you already have this gem. It’s got such a bright and dynamic flavor profile and can be added to both savory and sweet dishes. And of course you can add it to your tea or favorite beverage - hot or cold! This oil has antioxidant properties, supports the immune system, provides circulatory support, and contains cleansing properties.
Now let’s chat about Lime Vitality. Just like lime zest would bring some flare to your dish, Lime Vitality adds a punch of citrus and elevates the flavor with a zing! This oil supports the skin as well as the lymphatic system, respiratory system, and immune system. Add a drop to some honey and stir into some hot or cold tea and drink up! It’s delish!
You’ll also want to go check out Citrus Fresh Vitality, Jade Lemon Vitality, Grapefruit Vitality, and Tangerine Vitality. Citrus Fresh is a blend of Orange, Grapefruit, Mandarin, Tangerine, Lemon, and Spearmint essential oils and tastes amazing! Jade Lemon has a bit of a lemon-lime flavor and is a member fav. Grapefruit has a slightly tart flavor but is packed with benefits! Tangerine is one of the sweetest oils available so it’s a surefire way to bring a little liquid sunshine into your life.
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Which one of these are you ready to add to some tea?
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7 Cinnamon Bark Vitality & Ginger Vitality
Now it’s time to talk about some of those spicier options like Cinnamon Bark and Ginger! Remember - essential oils are highly concentrated so start small with a toothpick swirl and go up from there. You can adjust these to your liking!
Cinnamon Bark Vitality has a warm, spicy flavor that can enhance a variety of treats and drinks. You can substitute Cinnamon Bark Vitality in any recipe that calls for ground cinnamon so try a toothpick swirl in your freshly poured coffee OR try a drop or two in the grounds before you brew it! Trust me - you’ll smell that delicious nostalgic scent in an instant. This oil contains the naturally occurring constituent cinnamaldehyde, has antioxidant properties, and can help support a healthy digestive and immune system. It’s also one of the main oils found in the Thieves blend and the Inner Defense supplement so you know it’s powerful.
Ginger Vitality is distilled from the root of the ginger plant and is a great, versatile oil to keep handy in the kitchen. This oil pairs well with Fennel Vitality so try a toothpick swirl of each mixed into some honey and add it to your favorite hot tea - like Peppermint or Chamomile. The benefits of this oil come from its naturally occurring constituents zingiberene and beta-phellandrene. It’s also one of the key ingredients in several of Young Living’s digestion-supporting products: DiGize, Digest & Cleanse, EndoGize, ICP, and Essentialzymes-4. Think gut health!
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We are almost to the recipes portion of this class. Drop your favorite drink GIF down in the comments if you’re
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8 Thieves Vitality, Nutmeg Vitality, Cardamom Vitality
Now for the last few oils we will talk about today - Thieves, Nutmeg, and Cardamom. Is anyone chompin’ at the bit - ready to try these oils in some recipes? That’s coming up next!
If you joined Young Living with a Premium Starter Bundle then you’re familiar with this first oil blend - Thieves Vitality. It is an absolute powerhouse! There’s an entire line of products based on this blend of Lemon, Clove, Eucalyptus Radiata, Cinnamon Bark, and Rosemary essential oils. It’s got a sweet and spicy flavor profile and makes a great addition to tea OR coffee. Thanks to the antioxidant properties within, you’re going to get immune system support, digestive support, and general wellness support with this blend.
Now for a personal favorite - Nutmeg Vitality. I love adding this one directly to my mug of coffee in the morning. It mixes in well with a little splash of creamer too. The smell of Nutmeg just brings me back to a cool day where I’m bundled in a sweater and baking holiday treats. Mmmm! So comforting. It has a slightly spicy, pungent flavor and brings such warmth to the dishes or beverages it’s added to. It has many health benefits, including cognitive function support, immune support, and powerful antioxidants.
Cardamom Vitality is steam distilled from cardamom seeds and is one of the world’s favorite cooking spices. Although it’s mainly used in a variety of baked goods and savory dishes, it also makes a great addition to a warm drink! I love adding a drop of Cardamom Vitality to a spoon, topping it with honey, then stirring it into a hot mug of dandelion root tea. Add a splash of Vanilla almond milk and voila - a delicious treat! This oil supports wellness and a healthy lifestyle, is a powerful antioxidant, and supports a healthy digestive system. It’s certainly a must-have for every kitchen.
There are tons of other Vitality oils available from Young Living. Take a minute after class to check them all out here: https://www.youngliving.com/en_US/products/c/essential-oil-products/dietary-essential-oils.
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What benefits from these oils are you most excited about? There are so many!
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#9 Tea Recipes
Now for the moment you all have been waiting for - recipes! We will start off with some tea recipes using some of the Vitality oils we just discussed. I’ll be sending some coffee recipes your way soon so stay tuned!
Wellness Tea
- 1-2 drops Thieves Vitality
- 1-2 drops Lemon Vitality
- Honey to taste
- 6-8 oz. hot water; tea bag optional
Heat water (or brew tea) to your liking. Add essential oils and honey. Stir well and enjoy!
Coconut Thieves Tea
- 1 TBSP full-fat coconut cream
- 1-2 drops Thieves Vitality
- 1-2 tsp honey or sweetener of choice
- Tea bag of your choice
- 6-8 oz. hot water
While water is heating, mix coconut cream and essential oil in a mug. Stir in honey or sweetener. Carefully add hot water and drop in tea bag. Allow tea to steep for 3-5 minutes. Stir again and enjoy!
Spiced Chai
- 1 drop Lemongrass Vitality
- 1 drop Ginger Vitality
- 1 drop Cardamom Vitality
- 1 Chai Tea bag
- Honey or sweetener to taste (optional)
- 6-8 oz. hot water
- 2 TBSP frothed milk (optional)
Once heated, add water to mug and drop in tea bag. While tea is steeping, froth milk. Remove the tea bag; add in essential oils and honey. Stir well. Add frothed milk to top and enjoy!
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Do you prefer hot tea or iced tea? Or neither?
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#10 Young Living Tea Options
Did you know Young Living has four ready-made tea bags that are already infused with essential oils? Yes! They’re super tasty, too! Let’s take a look…
- Slique Tea - formulated with natural ingredients to help support individual weight goals. This tea is rich in flavonoids, a dietary compound generally associated with helping maintain certain normal, healthy body functions. It also contains polyphenols, which makes it a great addition to a healthy diet and exercise plan. This tea is also enhanced with 100% pure Frankincense powder.
- Vanilla Lemongrass Green Tea - contains organic Chun Mee green tea, organic Clouds and Mist green tea, organic lemongrass, organic licorice root, natural lemon flavor, and organic vanilla flavor. It starts with sweet, herbaceous notes and melts into a brighter taste of lemongrass before finishing with an earthy hint of licorice. It pairs well with Orange Vitality essential oil and contains less caffeine than coffee.
- Spiced Turmeric Herbal Tea - contains organic ginger root, organic cinnamon bark, organic rooibos, organic fennel seed, organic peppercorn, organic turmeric rhizome, organic sarsaparilla root, natural chai flavor, and organic vanilla flavor. It pairs well with Tangerine Vitality essential oil and is caffeine free.
- Orange Rose Hip Black Tea - contains organic herbs and roots, including licorice root, rosehip, Assam black tea, and pu’erh tea. Prominent top notes of orange gently segue into a subtle flavor of honey that finishes with the simple, comforting taste of rosehip. It pairs well with Lemon Vitality essential oil.
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Have you tried any of these yet? If so, which one is your favorite? If not, which one do you want to try first?
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#11 Coffee Recipes
So there are a few ways you can incorporate Vitality oils into your coffee routine. You can add a drop or toothpick swirl straight to the mug. You can add a drop or two to the coffee grounds before brewing. (My favorite is to add one drop each of Cardamom, Clove, Cinnamon Bark, and Nutmeg to the grounds before brewing. So tasty!) You can make up a simple syrup or infuse sugar with them. You can even get creative and use them in creamers. So many fun ways to add them! First, let me give you a few “fancy” drink recipes, then we will talk cream and sugar.
Lavender Latte
- 2 oz. espresso
- 4 oz. whole milk
- 1-2 drops Lavender Vitality
- Dried lavender flowers (optional)
While the espresso is brewing, add the essential oil to cold milk. Warm the milk to approximately 150°F using a steam wand; allow the milk to froth slightly. Pour the steamed milk into the espresso. Sprinkle with dried lavender flowers if desired. Enjoy!
Peppermint Mocha
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 cups strong brewed coffee
- 2 TBSP cocoa powder
- ¼ c sugar, adjusted to taste
- 1-2 drops Peppermint Vitality
- Chocolate syrup (optional)
- Whipped cream (optional)
Using a small saucepan, heat the milk over medium high heat. Continue to whisk the milk until it starts to bubble, careful not to let it burn. Add the brewed coffee. In a small bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder and sugar until no lumps are found. Add the mixture to the saucepan. Whisk the two together until a creamy texture is achieved. Pour into two coffee mugs and add 1-2 drops of Peppermint Vitality to taste. Add whipped cream and a chocolate syrup drizzle if desired. Enjoy!
Rosemary Lavender Latte
- 1 cup oat milk
- 2 drops each of Rosemary & Lavender Vitality
- 1 TBSP honey
- 1 shot espresso
Combine milk, honey, and oils in a small saucepan and bring to boil. Prepare espresso. Froth the milk mixture and pour over espresso.
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Mmmm, don’t these sound so good! Which one do you want to try first?
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12 Creamer Recipes
There’s just something about a cozy mug of creamy coffee that warms my soul. I know some people enjoy their coffee black, but I love my cream, especially when it’s infused with my favorite oils. For this recipe I will give you the base and then YOU get to decide what oils to add!
Oil-Infused Creamer
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk or half & half
- 4 drops Vitality oil(s) of choice
Combine ingredients and store in glass container. Invert before adding to beverage. Suggested Vitality oils to use: Peppermint, Cinnamon Bark, Cardamom, Nutmeg, Clove, Ginger, Thieves.
Fun Fact: This creamer recipe fits in an empty bottle of NingXia Red! So don’t toss those bottles. Recycle them by making your own custom coffee creamers.
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Which Vitality oils would you choose for your creamer?
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13 Simple Syrups + Infused Sugar & Ice Cubes
You can really elevate your coffee game and achieve that coffee shop “fancy” taste with these next tricks. Creating a simple syrup is an easy way to add a sweet flare to your brew.
Oil-Infused Simple Syrup
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- Vitality oil of choice (Lavender, Cardamom, Thieves, etc.)
Add sugar and water to small saucepan and warm over medium heat. Continue to stir until sugar dissolves. Allow to cool. Add in essential oil one drop at a time until desired taste is reached. Store in a sealed glass container and refrigerate until ready to use. Add 1-2 TBSP to brewed coffee and enjoy!
Oil-Infused Sugar
- 2-3 cups sugar
- 3-5 drops Vitality oil of choice (Orange, Tangerine, Peppermint, etc.)
Add sugar to airtight container and add in essential oil. Stir and allow to sit overnight. Add to coffee or tea as desired.
Cold Brew Oil-Infused Ice Cubes
- 2 cups cold brew coffee
- 2 drops Vitality oil of choice
Add essential oil to cold brew coffee and stir well. Pour into ice cube tray and allow to freeze completely. Add ice to cold brew or milk as desired. Enjoy!
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Are you craving your favorite drink yet? Now tell me - do you like your coffee cold or hot?
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14 Get the Best Deal
Wow! Are you ready to start adding Vitality oils to your next drink? How amazing is it that we get to enjoy nature’s gift in this way?! Before we wrap things up I want to make sure you know how to get the BEST deal on these oils and products.
To get all the deets on how to get started, click below and go to started:
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The Dirt on Spring Cleaning + Products
WHAT ARE YOU CLEANING WITH?
Ahhh! Open those windows and breathe in that fresh spring air! Spring is here, which means it’s time to start thinking about our spring cleaning checklists. There’s just something about the nice weather that brings on motivation for a fresh start. So let’s get to it! But wait, before you reach for those cleaners and get to work, let’s do a little digging into those ingredients, shall we?
Did you know? In 2000, cleaning products were responsible for nearly 10% of all toxic exposures reported to U.S. Poison Control Centers, accounting for 206,636 calls. Of these, 120,434 exposures involved children under six who can swallow or spill cleaners stored or left open inside the home. With no federal regulations on ingredients in household products, the only way we can protect our families is to learn how to read labels ourselves.
Let’s take a look at the top 4 ingredients to avoid and why.
UP FIRST, AND THE BIG ONE, FRAGRANCE!
This first ingredient is a BIG ONE, but it is in just about every household product that we use daily. Synthetic scents or “fragrances” represent an unidentified mixture of ingredients, including carcinogens, allergens, respiratory irritants, endocrine disruptors, neurotoxic chemicals, and environmental toxicants. You can find these artificial scents in all kinds of body care and cosmetic products, as well as candles, air fresheners, cleaning materials, and laundry detergents.
Let’s talk about fragrance, or parfum or perfume or a million other names ;) This Article shares the dangers of Fragrance. "Synthetic scents or “fragrance” represent an unidentified mixture of ingredients including carcinogens, allergens, respiratory irritants, endocrine disruptors, neurotoxic chemicals, and environmental toxicants. You can find these artificial scents in all kinds of body care and cosmetic products, as well as air fresheners, cleaning materials, and laundry detergents.
In general, there at least 3,000 ingredients that companies could use to form a product’s scent. According to the online “Transparency List” put out by the International Fragrance Association, an industry trade group. It may seem unbelievable, but the FDA does not even require fragrance and cosmetic makers to disclose exactly what they are using to scent products. If companies are using truly natural ingredients, then why be shy? Many will say that their formulas are proprietary, and they don’t want other companies copying them. The FDA website also states how the agency cannot legally require companies to warn about allergens in cosmetics like they do with food.
Are you wondering why companies would continue to use synthetic scents if they’re so bad for our health? The answer is straightforward — they are cheaper. Synthetic scents can be extremely cheap to give everything from shampoo to lotion to candles a desirable scent. Unfortunately, just because you enjoy a scent doesn’t mean it’s good for you." Source - https://draxe.com/health/dangers-synthetic-scents/
PARABENS/PHTHALATES
Parabens are preservatives that mimic estrogen. Found in many cosmetics & personal care items. When combined with heregulin, a growth-promoting substance normally found in breast tissue, the effects are multiplied by 100x, contributing to breast cancer, tumor growth &"moobs" (man boobs). Phthalates are a low-cost endocrine-disrupting chemical that in lab studies has shown to interfere with hormone production in rats and mimic estrogen in human studies. Found in: plastic food packaging, lotions, skin moisturizers, fragrance, cleaners, glues, and nail polish.
SLS - SODIUM LAUREL SULFATE
This chemical is used to de-grease car engines. It is also added to some toothpaste, soaps, detergent, skin products... it's in just about everything. It damages the kidneys/liver, teeth, endocrine system, causes hair loss, cataracts, ulcers, major toxicity, headaches, nausea, coughing, congestion, and more.
TRICLOSAN
An antibacterial agent registered as a pesticide by the EPA. Topical absorption has shown disturbances to the endocrine system and is believed to lead to birth defects and uncontrollable cell growth. Found in: soaps, deodorants, cosmetics, shave gel, first aid spray, kitchenware, and toys.
While there are many, many other ingredients that you will want to know about, these are my "TOP OFFENDERS." As you go further on this low tox living journey, you will learn about so many more. Remember, "Rome Wasn't Built In A Day," and your journey of learning is just that, a journey.
I have a FUN Spring Cleaning Challenge starting March 14, 2022. Challenges in 10 Days with FANTASTIC info on why you should do them, all for FREEEE and with accountability! Are you ready to join in??? Let’s DO IT!!!
WHAT ARE YOU CLEANING WITH?
Ahhh! Open those windows and breathe in that fresh spring air! Spring is here, which means it’s time to start thinking about our spring cleaning checklists. There’s just something about the nice weather that brings on motivation for a fresh start. So let’s get to it! But wait, before you reach for those cleaners and get to work, let’s do a little digging into those ingredients, shall we?
Did you know? In 2000, cleaning products were responsible for nearly 10% of all toxic exposures reported to U.S. Poison Control Centers, accounting for 206,636 calls. Of these, 120,434 exposures involved children under six who can swallow or spill cleaners stored or left open inside the home. With no federal regulations on ingredients in household products, the only way we can protect our families is to learn how to read labels ourselves.
Let’s take a look at the top 4 ingredients to avoid and why.
UP FIRST, AND THE BIG ONE, FRAGRANCE!
This first ingredient is a BIG ONE, but it is in just about every household product that we use daily. Synthetic scents or “fragrances” represent an unidentified mixture of ingredients, including carcinogens, allergens, respiratory irritants, endocrine disruptors, neurotoxic chemicals, and environmental toxicants. You can find these artificial scents in all kinds of body care and cosmetic products, as well as candles, air fresheners, cleaning materials, and laundry detergents.
Let’s talk about fragrance, or parfum or perfume or a million other names ;) This Article shares the dangers of Fragrance. "Synthetic scents or “fragrance” represent an unidentified mixture of ingredients including carcinogens, allergens, respiratory irritants, endocrine disruptors, neurotoxic chemicals, and environmental toxicants. You can find these artificial scents in all kinds of body care and cosmetic products, as well as air fresheners, cleaning materials, and laundry detergents.
In general, there at least 3,000 ingredients that companies could use to form a product’s scent. According to the online “Transparency List” put out by the International Fragrance Association, an industry trade group. It may seem unbelievable, but the FDA does not even require fragrance and cosmetic makers to disclose exactly what they are using to scent products. If companies are using truly natural ingredients, then why be shy? Many will say that their formulas are proprietary, and they don’t want other companies copying them. The FDA website also states how the agency cannot legally require companies to warn about allergens in cosmetics like they do with food.
Are you wondering why companies would continue to use synthetic scents if they’re so bad for our health? The answer is straightforward — they are cheaper. Synthetic scents can be extremely cheap to give everything from shampoo to lotion to candles a desirable scent. Unfortunately, just because you enjoy a scent doesn’t mean it’s good for you." Source - https://draxe.com/health/dangers-synthetic-scents/
PARABENS/PHTHALATES
Parabens are preservatives that mimic estrogen. Found in many cosmetics & personal care items. When combined with heregulin, a growth-promoting substance normally found in breast tissue, the effects are multiplied by 100x, contributing to breast cancer, tumor growth &"moobs" (man boobs). Phthalates are a low-cost endocrine-disrupting chemical that in lab studies has shown to interfere with hormone production in rats and mimic estrogen in human studies. Found in: plastic food packaging, lotions, skin moisturizers, fragrance, cleaners, glues, and nail polish.
SLS - SODIUM LAUREL SULFATE
This chemical is used to de-grease car engines. It is also added to some toothpaste, soaps, detergent, skin products... it's in just about everything. It damages the kidneys/liver, teeth, endocrine system, causes hair loss, cataracts, ulcers, major toxicity, headaches, nausea, coughing, congestion, and more.
TRICLOSAN
An antibacterial agent registered as a pesticide by the EPA. Topical absorption has shown disturbances to the endocrine system and is believed to lead to birth defects and uncontrollable cell growth. Found in: soaps, deodorants, cosmetics, shave gel, first aid spray, kitchenware, and toys.
While there are many, many other ingredients that you will want to know about, these are my "TOP OFFENDERS." As you go further on this low tox living journey, you will learn about so many more. Remember, "Rome Wasn't Built In A Day," and your journey of learning is just that, a journey.
I have a FUN Spring Cleaning Challenge starting March 14, 2022. Challenges in 10 Days with FANTASTIC info on why you should do them, all for FREEEE and with accountability! Are you ready to join in??? Let’s DO IT!!!
More resources for you:
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There are 100,000 chemicals on the market today. The toxic Substance Control Act of 1976 grandfathered them in. What does that mean to you? Simply put: these chemicals have not had any safety testing, and we know very little information about their side effects. Since 1940's prostate cancer is up 200%, Thyroid cancer up 155%, Brain cancer up 70%. What happens when your body is chemically overloaded? It may not be cancer, but we can feel in ways like: lethargy, inability to focus, sleep trouble, chronic inflammation, unexplained pain, skin issues, adult acne, hot flashes, stress, anxiety, and fear.
If you are tired of living in a chemically overloaded world, click the link below and learn how easy it is to change out chemicals for toxic-free living.
