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Breathe Easy, Boost your Immunity and Relax this August | Special Gift August 15th

My Oily mail arrived!
See those 5 oils laying down… those were ALL free this month with my 160PV order!!!

Easy Air (Breathe)

Douglas Fir

Lemon

Lavender

Peppermint

I ordered our supplements, shampoo, conditioner, cleaner concentrate and those oils standing up… they were free with points ;) We diffuse daily and nightly so these oils are so greatly appreciated! Thank you @doterra!
Did you know that I am committed to sharing with and empowering others to live a healthier life, naturally!

Really feel good about the choices you make for your family. The air in your home feeling stale and dull? With the use of essential oils in a diffuser you can naturally scent your home (zero chemicals / toxins), cleanse the air AND provide emotional benefits to every single person in that room/home!

These oils are so versatile and beautiful to include for any first aid requirements! A true investment for your health and wellness.

For those of you already enrolled with wholesale pricing, if you place a certain order amount! These special gifts are for EVERYONE! The LRP Oil of the Month is for people already enjoying wholesale pricing!

125PV LRP Order (Canada or US) by tomorrow you will receive the 5ml Breathe Free!

150PV (Canada) Order by August 31st you will receive a free 15ml Lime and On Guard Oils. If this is an LRP Order and you place it by the 15th you will also receive the 5ml Breathe !

160PV (US – Canadians can purchase from the US or Canada) Order by August 31st you will receive a free 15ml Peppermint, Lemon and Lavender! If this is an LRP Order and you place it by the 15th you will also receive the 5ml Breathe !

DM me or email me (see the link in my bio) for more info! I would love to help you begin on this journey!

Energy Balancing with Karen Atkins | Personal Development

The other night we had a wonderful gathering of a pot luck supper and class with the wonderful Karen Atkins! We learned about which essential oils can support our body’s natural processes by opening up energy pathways and thus enjoying a healthier feeling body, mind and soul!

It was the first time meeting Karen Atkins, who is one of my mentors and such a beautiful person! Karen was introduced to me through Dr Marissa Heisel and provided an outstanding hands on class for a group of us last night.

Karen is beautifully knowledgeable with Qigong movements and she led us through exercises to get the energy flowing through our bodies and open up blockages by use of movement and doTERRA Essential Oils!

Such an absolutely beautiful experience, calming, energizing and the room was just filled with love and at times laughter!

One of the exercises we did was for our adrenal glands. Some essential oils which are beneficial for the adrenal glands, to rub topically on the skin, are Basil, Rosemary and Balance. Read more about naturally healing adrenal fatigue at the link HERE, before I began this personal development journey I had no idea just how important the adrenal’s are to our everyday health and wellness!

Curious to learn more about Karen Atkins, click on the photo below ;) Karen does offer online energy and body work courses – which I have had the pleasure of enjoying – and being on our doTERRA team she offers a very generous discount off!

From Karen’s website…

Get Unstuck!

You’ve got diffusers in every room in your house, rollerballs filled with your favorite blends. You’ve made a house cleaner, bath salts, you’ve even started cooking with your doTERRA oils. You feel great, your family is healthier than ever.

Did you know that you can tap into even MORE energy when you combine the oils you are already using with the ancient art of Qigong – a series of simple exercises that you don’t have to be an athlete or yogi to do, that literally get your energy moving, to feel the energy within you? We have discovered that combining certain essential oils with specific movements can actually take your energy to a whole new level. You will not find this unique approach anywhere else. And you will be amazed how, in just the first class, you will begin to feel yourself get unstuck.

Together with my good friend, master martial arts instructor, Dennis Mace, I have developed Essential Energy Basics: Creating a Foundation to help you get more out of your oils, tap into the wellspring of your own energy source, and take living to a whole new level!

This course consists of 4 1-hour classes that introduce you to the Qigong movements and instruct how and when to apply the oils to get the maximum benefit. You also gain access to bonus recordings of just the movements so that you can practice them as you go when that’s all you have time for.

And when you buy the course it is yours to watch whenever you need it.

You know when you discover something new and wonderful and you really want to share it with others? That’s how we feel about Creating a Foundation. We want you to raise your vibration, to tap into the wellspring of your energy source, to help you live a fuller life!

Is there anything else that is this good for you that only takes 10 minutes of your day??

I am so very thankful for all the wonderful people I have met and become friends with on this amazing journey! A few of them who I had the pleasure of spending the evening with last night, releasing more energy!

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Moms First Aid Kit with doTERRA Essential Oils | Canadian Natural Health Product

One of the reasons I LOVE the doTERRA Products is the positive effect they’ve had on my life as well as my family’s. Now that our products are in Canada AND are recognized by Health Canada – many of them with Natural Health Product numbers the possibilities are simply endless!

One of the ways we use our essential oils is for first aid! What I truly love about these oils is they are just that versatile – they can be used for first aid for myself, my hubby, our children and pets as well as cleaning within our home for DIY cleaners, foam soaps, naturally scent our home and cleanse the air at the same time! Truly an investment that keeps on giving and supporting our body’s natural functions!

This is a beautiful graphic created by doTERRA showing the various oils and some of their natural health product uses! So if you have a sprain, cut, skin irritation, muscle pain, burns, bruises, arthritis, digestive discomfort, cold, stress, strain, cough, acne or a headache… There truly is an oil for that!

For myself having three invisible illnesses (PCOS, Hypothyroidism and Endometriosis) going natural was HUGE for me. It was an adjustment, however the best adjustment for my health and my family life that Ive ever made! I no longer rely on over the counter meds, which quite honestly messed with my body even more. Actually some of the over the counter med’s out there cannot even be used when you have some illnesses! They would help for one thing but the side effects would just wreak havoc in other areas of my body.

A little personal story, my hubby was in the garage with a couple buddy’s of his and he reached down to pull a beer out of the beer case. Unfortunately it slipped out of his hand and fell to the floor smashing everywhere – yes a tragedy! When the bottle smashed a large piece of glass came up off the ground and sliced his leg open just above his ankle. We laugh about it now because my hubby was out there talking to the guys about the oils (we had just returned home from the Canadian launch) and as soon as this happened he told them “we have an oil for this”. We cleaned the wound with a couple drops of tea tree oil, let it dry and then I wiped the blood and applied a drop of Helichrysum to the wound and the bleeding stopped. Just like that! Being in the location it was we did have to apply the Helichrysum after work for the next couple of days as the wound would slightly open up, even with a steri-strip, however the wound itself healed up quite nicely!

What are Natural Health Products?

Under the Natural Health Products Regulations, which came into effect on January 1, 2004, natural health products (NHPs) are defined as:

Vitamins and minerals
Herbal remedies
Homeopathic medicines
Traditional medicines such as traditional Chinese medicines
Probiotics
Other products like amino acids and essential fatty acids

NHPs must be safe to use as over-the-counter products and not need a prescription to be sold. Products needing a prescription are regulated as drugs under the Food and Drug Regulations.
(Information provided by Health Canada)

Bergamot

• Used in Aromatherapy to help relieve headache.*
• Used in Aromatherapy to help relieve colds and coughs.*
• Use as a carminative or antispasmodic for symptomatic relief of digestive discomfort.*
• Used in Aromatherapy for symptomatic relief of acne, boils, eczema, and dermatitis.*
• Used to relieve minor skin irritation.*
• Used to relieve cuts.*
• Apply to relieve bruises.*
• Used to relieve burns.*
• Change regular tea to Earl Grey with the addition of Bergamot.
• Frequently used to aide in massage techniques.
• Apply to the skin while showering and inhale deeply to enjoying its purifying skin benefits.
• Apply to the feet before bedtime.
• Add one to two drops to your next DIY skin care cleanser.
• Mixes well with Lavender, Patchouli, Lime, and Arborvitae.
• Diffuse in the classroom, at work, or at home.
• Diffuse before a big presentation or speech.
* Claim is approved for this Natural Health Product. Reference
Bergamot NPN80060980

Patchouli

• Used in Aromatherapy as a nervine and calmative.*
• Used in Aromatherapy as a carminative and antispasmodic for symptomatic relief of digestive discomfort.*
• Used in Aromatherapy for symptomatic relief of acne and boils.*
• Used in Aromatherapy to relieve minor skin irritations.*
• Used in Aromatherapy to relieve cuts.*
• Used in Aromatherapy to relieve bruises.*
• Used in Aromatherapy to relieve burns.*
• Add to daily moisturizer to help reduce the appearance of blemishes.
• Apply one to two drops to back of neck after a long day of work.
• Promotes a smooth, glowing complexion.
• Recognized for its musky-sweet aroma.
* Claim is approved for this Natural Health Product. Reference
Patchouli NPN80060989

Cypress

• Used in Aromatherapy to help relieve colds and coughs.*
• Used in Aromatherapy to help relieve joint and muscle pain associated with sprains, strains, or rheumatoid arthritis.*
• Apply Cypress to your feet and legs before a long run.
• Add one to two drops to your toner to help improve the appearance of oily skin.
• Has cleansing effects when applied topically to skin.
• Diffuse with Lime essential oil for a refreshing scent.
* Claim is approved for this Natural Health Product. Reference
Cypress NPN80060929

Ginger

• Used in Aromatherapy to help relieve joint and muscle pain associated with sprains, strains, and rheumatoid arthritis.*
• Used in Aromatherapy as a carminative and antispasmodic for symptomatic relief of digestive discomfort.*
• Used in Aromatherapy to help relieve colds and coughs.*
• Great to add to your dinner for enhanced flavor.
• Use one drop in place of whole ginger in favorite recipes.
• During a long car ride along windy roads, diffuse or place a drop of Ginger in the palm of
your hand and inhale.
* Claim is approved for this Natural Health Product. Reference
Ginger NPN80060954

Myrrh

• Used in Aromatherapy to help relieve colds and coughs.*
• Used in Aromatherapy to relieve minor skin irritation.*
• Used in Aromatherapy to relieve cuts.*
• Used in Aromatherapy to relieve bruises.*
• Used in Aromatherapy to relieve burns.*
• Used for symptomatic relief of eczema and dermatitis.*
• Powerful cleansing properties, especially for the mouth and throat.
• Add one to two drops to toothpaste for added cleansing benefits.
• Put one drop in two ounces of water and gargle for an effective mouth rinse.
• Soothing to the skin; promotes a smooth, youthful-looking complexion.
• Add to your lotion/moisturizer to help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
• Add one drop to your daily moisturizer to help promote youthful-looking skin.
• Diffuse to help promote awareness.
* Claim is approved for this Natural Health Product.
Reference Myrrh NPN80060962

Juniper Berry

• Used in Aromatherapy as a nervine and calmative.*
• Used in Aromatherapy for symptomatic relief of acne and boils.*
• Used in Aromatherapy to relieve eczema and dermatitis.*
• Used in Aromatherapy to relieve minor skin irritation.*
• Used in Aromatherapy to relieve cuts.*
• Used in Aromatherapy to relieve bruises.*
• Used in Aromatherapy to relieve burns.*
• Used in Aromatherapy to relieve to help relieve joint and muscle pain associated with sprains, strains, or rheumatoid arthritis.*
• Add one to two drops to your next green or fruit smoothie.
• Reduces the appearance of skin blemishes.
• Acts as a natural cleansing agent for the skin.
• Apply one drop to promote a clear, healthy complexion.
• Diffuse with citrus oils to freshen and purify the air. Blends with Grapefruit, Bergamot, or Cypress.
* Claim is approved for this Natural Health Product. Reference
Juniper Berry NPN80060933

Helichrysum

• Used in Aromatherapy as a nervine and calmative.*
• Used in Aromatherapy as a carminative and antispasmodic for symptomatic relief of
digestive discomfort.*
• Used in Aromatherapy to help relieve colds and coughs.*
• Used in Aromatherapy for symptomatic relief of acne and boils.*
• Used in Aromatherapy to relieve minor skin irritation.*
• Used in Aromatherapy cuts.*
• Used in Aromatherapy bruises.*
• Used in Aromatherapy burns.
• Used in Aromatherapy symptomatic relief of eczema and dermatitis.*
• Used in Aromatherapy to help relieve joint and muscle pain associated with sprains, strains, or rheumatoid arthritis.*
• Apply topically to reduce the appearance of blemishes.
• Apply to the face to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and to promote a glowing, youthful complexion.
• Improves appearance of the skin.
* Claim is approved for this Natural Health Product. Reference
Helichrysum NPN80060963

Peppermint

• Used in Aromatherapy as a nervine and calmative.*
• Used in Aromatherapy a carminative and antispasmodic for symptomatic relief of
digestive discomfort.*
• Used in Aromatherapy to help relieve colds and coughs.*
• Used in Aromatherapy to help relieve joint and muscle pain associated with sprains, strains, or rheumatoid arthritis.*
• Place one drop in palm of your hand with one drop Wild Orange and one drop
Frankincense and inhale for a mid-day pick-me up of refreshing scents.
• Blends well with Lavender for a soothing massage blend.
• Add to shampoo or conditioner for a stimulating hair massage.
• Inhale for an invigorating pick-me-up on long drives.
• Spritz around windows and doors for a fresh scent.
• Diffuse during study-time.
* Claim is approved for this Natural Health Product. Reference
Peppermint NPN80060969

Wild Orange

• Used in Aromatherapy as a nervine and calmative.*
• Used in Aromatherapy as a carminative and antispasmodic for symptomatic relief of
digestive discomfort.*
• Powerful cleanser and purifying agent for the skin.
• To improve your home’s scent and to purify the air, place a few drops on your air filter.
• Place one drop Wild Orange, Peppermint, and Frankincense in your hand. Rub hands
together and inhale deeply.
* Claim is approved for this Natural Health Product. Reference
Wild Orange NPN80060970

Tea Tree (Melaleuca)

• Used in Aromatherapy to help relieve colds and coughs.*
• Add to water alone, or along with Peppermint and Lemon essential oil, for a
refreshing mouth rinse and breath freshener.
• Renowned for its cleansing effect on the skin.
• Combine one to two drops with your facial cleanser or moisturizer for added cleansing
properties.
• Apply to skin after shaving.
• Apply to fingernails and toenails after showering to cleanse and keep nails looking
healthy.
• Create your own aftershave with Tea Tree and Cedarwood.
• Apply to the bottom of feet and inside shoes for a fresh aroma.
* Claim is approved for this Natural Health Product. Reference
Tea Tree NPN80060950

Clary Sage

• Used in Aromatherapy as a nervine and calmative, a carminative and antispasmodic for
symptomatic relief of digestive discomfort.*
• Used in Aromatherapy to help relieve colds and coughs.*
• Used in Aromatherapy to relieve minor skin irritation.*
• Used in Aromatherapy to relieve cuts.*
• Used in Aromatherapy to relieve bruises.*
• Used in Aromatherapy to relieve burns.*
• Apply in Aromatherapy to help relieve joint and muscle pain associated with sprains, strains, and rheumatoid arthritis.*
• Combine with Roman Chamomile and add for a relaxing bath.
• Apply one to two drops to the bottom of feet or pulse points.
• Add three to four drops to shampoo or conditioner to promote healthy-looking hair and
scalp.
• Apply one to two drops to your pillow before bedtime.
* Claim is approved for this Natural Health Product. Reference
Clary Sage NPN80060984

Lavender

• Used in Aromatherapy as a nervine and calmative.*
• Used in Aromatherapy to relieve as a carminative and antispasmodic for symptomatic
relief of digestive discomfort.*
• Used in Aromatherapy for symptomatic relief of acne and boils.*
• Used in Aromatherapy to relieve minor skin irritations.*
• Used in Aromatherapy to relieve cuts.*
• Used in Aromatherapy to relieve burns.*
• Use in cooking to soften citrus flavors and add a flavorful twist to marinades, baked goods, and desserts.
• Reduces appearance of skin imperfections.
• Add a few drops of Lavender to pillows, bedding, or bottoms of feet as part of your
nightly routine.
• Freshen your linen closet, mattress, car, or the air with a light mist of Lavender combined with water in a spray bottle.
• Add to bath water or apply to the temples and the back of the neck before bed.
* Claim is approved for this Natural Health Product. Reference
Lavender NPN80061038

Lime

• Used in Aromatherapy to help relieve colds and coughs.*
• Used in Aromatherapy for symptomatic relief of acne and boils.*
• Used in Aromatherapy to relieve to help relieve joint and muscle pain associated with
sprains, strains, or rheumatoid arthritis.*
• Add a drop of Lime to your drinking water for enhanced flavor.
• Add a drop to your salsa.
• Replace your sugary beverage with a drop of lemon and lime in water for a refreshing flavor.
• Add one drop to your facial cleanser or shampoo for added cleansing properties.
• Combine with Tea Tree for a soothing scalp massage.
• Diffuse to fill the air with an uplifting aroma.
• Diffuse while studying and then apply to wrists again while testing on those subjects.
• Blends with Cedarwood, Black Pepper, and Cilantro.
* Claim is approved for this Natural Health Product. Reference
Lime NPN80060938

(All natural health product information for doTERRA can be found in the Canadian Approved Claims Guide)

If you have any questions or would like to experience these beautiful oils for yourself please connect with me :)

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Lets Talk PCOS and Essential Oils | Natural Options for our Body

Lets talk PCOS and Essential Oils!!!

Ive had quite a few people asking what I have used to naturally support my body with PCOS. One thing to remember is that everyone’s body is different, what works for one person may not exactly work for the next. I truly love sharing with others how I have been able to naturally support my body and boost my immune system.

For those who may not know about PCOS – Polcystic Ovarian Syndrome. I have been living with it, since diagnosis in 2005.

What is PCOS?
Polycystic ovary syndrome (say “pah-lee-SIS-tik OH-vuh-ree SIN-drohm”) is a problem in which a woman’s hormones are out of balance. It can cause problems with your periods and make it difficult to get pregnant. PCOS also may cause unwanted changes in the way you look. If it isn’t treated, over time it can lead to serious health problems, such as diabetes and heart disease.

Most women with PCOS grow many small cysts on their ovaries. That is why it is called polycystic ovary syndrome. The cysts are not harmful but lead to hormone imbalances.

For reasons that are not well understood, in PCOS the hormones get out of balance. One hormone change triggers another, which changes another. For example:

The sexhormones get out of balance. Normally, the ovaries make a tiny amount of male sex hormones (androgens). In PCOS, they start making slightly more androgens. This may cause you to stopovulating, get acne, and grow extra facial and body hair.
The body may have a problem using insulin, called insulin resistance. When the body doesn’t use insulinwell, blood sugar levels go up. Over time, this increases your chance of getting diabetes.

The cause of PCOS is not fully understood, but genetics may be a factor. PCOS seems to run in families, so your chance of having it is higher if other women in your family have it or have irregular periods or diabetes. PCOS can be passed down from either your mother’s or father’s side.

Symptoms tend to be mild at first. You may have only a few symptoms or a lot of them. The most common symptoms are:

Acne.
Weightgain and trouble losing weight.
Extra hairon the face and body. Often women get thicker and darker facial hair and more hair on the chest, belly, and back.
Thinning hair on the scalp.
Irregular periods. Often women with PCOS have fewer than nine periods a year. Some women have no periods. Others have very heavy bleeding.
Fertility problems. Many women who have PCOS have troublegetting pregnant(infertility).
Depression.

http://www.webmd.com/women/tc/polycystic-ovary-syndrome-pcos-topic-overview

So … here is what Ive found successful for me and my body!

When I began using the oils back in June 2014, I slowly began introducing them to my everyday life with the discomforts I was experiencing that comes along with PCOS. I was taking over the counter meds almost daily to deal with these discomforts and I knew this was not a long term solution that I wanted for my health and body!

Prior to using the oils and getting onto the Lifelong Vitality Supplements I found I was extremely sensitive to sugar, natural or artificial. Even if I had a very small bite of a sweet I felt like I had a sugar overload. I was also extremely exhausted and in pain all. the. time. My body was completely out of balance. I went for test after test, knowing “something” was wrong and came home incredibly frustrated every time the doctor said “its in the normal range”… Don’t get me wrong I am pro health care in the medical profession – when absolutely necessary! For me, however it just was not working. I tried a variety of drugs to help balance out my cycle and hormones. In all cases my body did what it wanted to and I ended up in even more pain and discomfort.

Oils recommended for Women’s Reproductive Health are:

Clary Sage
- Used in Aromatherapy as a nervine and calmative, carminative and antispasmodic for symptomatic relief of digestive discomforts
- Used in Aromatherapy to relive minor skin irritation, cuts, bruises, burns.
- Apply in Aromatherapy to help relieve joint and muscle pain associated with sprains, strains and rheumatoid arthritis.
Geranium
- Beautifying to the skin
- Place a drop in your hands, rub your hands together and breathe slowly for a grounding effect.
Cypress
- Relief for joint and muscle pain.
- Has cleansing effects when applied topically to the skin.
Ylang Ylang
- Ylang ylang has a very calming aroma.
Clary Calm
- Supportive to a woman’s body during monthly cycles.
- Provide a cooling effect to the skin.
- Grounding aroma.
- Support for balancing the emotions .

Oils that can help uplift sad feelings, feeling unmotivated or anxious are:

Wild Orange
- Used in Aromatherapy as a nervine and calmative.
- Naturally cleanse and scent the air.
- Use in a DIY Cleaner with water and vinegar.
- Used in Aromatherapy as a carminative and antispasmodic for symptomatic relief of digestive comfort.
Lemon
- Cleansing to the skin and body.
- Powerfully cleansing in a DIY cleaner.
- Diffuse for an uplifting aroma and cleansing to the home.
Frankincense
- Known as the King Of Oils.
- Supportive to the skin with blemishes.
- Warming effect on the skin with massage.
- Promotes feelings of peace and overall wellness when used aromatically.
Encouraging Blend – Motivate
- Promotes feelings of confidence and courage.
- Counteracts negative emotions of doubt, pessimism and cynicism
Uplifting Blend – Cheer
- Promotes feelings of optimism, cheerfulness and happiness.
- Counteracts negative emotions of feeling down, blue or low.
Focus Blend – In Tune
- Enhances and sustains a sense of focus.
- A very grounding and calming blend assists with staying on task.
Comforting Blend – Console
- Promotes feelings of comfort and hope.
- Counteracts negative emotions of grief, sadness and hopelessness.
Lavender
- Calming and relaxing properties promoting rest and ease of tension.
- Used in aromatherapy as a nervine and calmative.
- Relief of digestive discomfort
- Symptomatic relief of acne and boils, minor skin irritations, cuts, burns.
Bergamot
- Used in aromatherapy to help relieve headaches.
- Used in aromatherapy to help relieve digestive discomfort, acne, boils, eczema and dermatitis.
- Relief of minor skin irritations, cuts, bruises, burns.
- Excellent for massage.
- Calming and uplifting abilities assisting with anxious feelings.
Joyful Blend – Elevation
- Elevates mood and increases vitality.
- Energizing and refreshing aroma.
- Promotes a revitalizing environment.
Grounding Blend – Balance
- Promotes a whole body sense of relaxation.
- May help ease anxious feelings.
- Evokes feelings of tranquility and balance.
Invigorating Blend – Citrus Bliss
- Cleanses and purifies the air.
- Helps reduce stress and uplifts mood.
- Positively affects mood with energizing and refreshing properties.

and even more!

So I began diffusing every single night, experimenting with different oils and blends tweeking it to just what was right for me. What I found was my body was able to reach a new level of comfort and relaxation. I was waking up feeling rested! I began wearing the oils daily, for a while Elevation was my absolute favourite. That tight feeling in my chest began to slowly release. Wild Orange is another favourite during the day or at night to ease any anxious feelings.

I began transitioning out products within our homes which contain toxins which can be hormone (endocrine) disruptors to our bodies. In our homes some of these most common disruptors are chemicals – think of just how many chemicals there are in your home – you will be surprised. Obviously we cannot avoid every single chemical in everyday life, however if we begin at home we can set a new base of health and wellness for ourselves which in turn will strengthen our immune systems. I can speak from experience because this is exactly what my family did.

We now make our own foam soap and cleaning spray. We use an all natural laundry detergent, tooth paste, shampoo, conditioner, lotion, facial care and supplements. All things we use daily and one, the supplements that I had in the past, difficulty staying in the habit of taking them. I even make my own deodorant!

Two of the oils not mentioned above are Zendocrine and Smart and Sassy (Slim and Sassy in the US), being brand new to oils and had never done a cleanse before I wanted to ease myself in. So this is why I chose to give Zendocrine oil a try. I applied it topically to the bottom of my feet and also drank it – it does not taste good at all! I also used the Smart and Sassy (Slim and Sassy in the US) oil in my water everyday. With these two oils I really began to notice a change with an increased feeling of energy as toxins were being flushed out of my system.

I also used the Deep Blue Rub to help soothe any tension in muscles. Quite helpful when layered on top of Clary Sage (rubbed over my ovaries).

One of the most significant difference in my life was committing to give our Lifelong Vitality Supplements a true effort for 1 month. I did it! I began at 1/2 dose to ease myself in. The taste didn’t bother me, I wasn’t having any ill feeling effects after taking them and I began to notice I was doing more at home. This for me was HUGE! For a very long time, I was simply unmotivated and completely uninspired. Upon discovering that I had not one but two invisible illnesses (PCOS and Hypothyroidism) was quite devasting to my 23 year old self. Especially when these were literally hardly ever talked about and little research to go on so it was a lot of “lets try this”, “ok now try this”. After so many years of being in pain almost daily, unhappy, feeling completely defeated and ashamed of myself, I am finally me again.

In combination of using the oils within our home, on my body and aromatically along side the Lifelong Vitality Supplements I have been given my life back. These oils do not cure, no they do something better than that. They support the body’s natural processes. These oils come from plants, they have similar chemical make up recognizable to our bodies. The oils do not build up or have any side effects, simply side benefits. The therapeutic benefits alone are outstanding!

If you are someone who is struggling with PCOS, Im here to tell you – its going to be ok! I am a woman who is passionate about how great I now feel and am sharing it with others all over the world! There is a better way – its listening to your body and removing unnecessary toxins! Its amazing how wonderful it feels to be empowered in my own home, to have followed my own intuition knowing there was something natural that my body was in need of, I just had to find it.

Today, there is no looking back! Of course there will always be hiccups down the road, or various stressors which may affect my sleep, the odd meal that is not the healthiest… but thats ok! Really it is OK! My body is finally in a healthier state where these issues are not nearly as devastating to my body as they used to be!

Making this significant change in your life can feel daunting, however looking back its quite honestly hard to believe its already been 2+ years, although on the other hand I wish I had found this sooner! The commitment I had to make myself was sticking with it 100%. My body had a lot of adjusting to do. It was 100% worth it as I am much more in tune with my body, my emotions and my life.

There truly is an oil for everything!

Living in Disarray | My Renovation Life

Im going to get a bit personal here. My life feels like its been in disarray for the past almost 6 months… hmmm maybe even 7.

A renovation which was anticipated to be “simple”, has been a challenge. A reminder of why we moved from our first home… to get away from the massive extensive renovations!

With the idea of removing the old flat carpet downstairs and installing nice laminate turned into completely gutting rooms of carpet, drywall, insulation, framing and then having to properly seal, insulate and re-construct! With each room we have renovated things have gotten worse :( Its busy when you are both working full time and me building my doTERRA Wellness Business as well.

In the couple weeks Ive felt low on energy, unmotivated and a very blah feeling. It feels like we’ve been living in disarray the entire renovation process. Clutter is not good for my own well-being, it feels suffocating, overwhelming, and anxious.

Here is a glimpse into my family room… GAH!!!

This is the result of moving two complete bedrooms into the family room while renovating them completely. Then having to completely gut the bathroom as well – which is still only 1/2 done.

Too much stuff!

Need for organization!

Such an overwhelming feeling – where to even begin!

If I am feeling like this… how the heck is this affecting my kids?

They thrive on organization, they are much more self sufficient when everything has a place and they each have their own space. This disarray weight has already begun to show in the kids as well. They haven’t been as happy as they have been. We’ve noticed this, we’ve talked about it, about being more organized, about doing this and that or what needs to be done.Its been too easy this summer – with the amazing weather we’ve been having – to just “do it later”…

For all of our own mental health and wellbeing this has now officially become the MAIN focus for our family – together.

The first significant step is recognizing and admitting… This is crazy overwhelming to me! From gutting room by room downstairs to pulling ALL the brick off the back of our house… thanks water damage! Sigh…

The good news is our local Cancer Patient Services Thrift Store will be getting a lot of great donations to find a more functional and suitable home to suit each item!

I envision the end, I can picture it in my mind. Its so close I can feel how amazing it feels to come home and be able to relax and hang out together vs having a list of on-going projects and renovations.

I honestly thought it was overwhelming in our first house when we renovated our livingroom in the first house… a fun flash back!

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And the living room was after the extensive reno of the entire 2nd floor to transform into our master suite!

What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger… hell freaking ya!

Thankfully these were both done before kids… however while also trying to conceive (during the master reno) and then pregnant while during the living room reno! Apparently we were destined to renovate and customize our dream home and here we are… finally “at home” at last!

The time is now to bite the bullet and dig in… with working together as a family to keep the daily life rolling forward more smoothly and gettin ‘er done!

Tonight we all pitched in… I had Peace in the diffuser and although it looks slightly more in disarray now, we made significant progress… to be continued!

I can do this. We can do this. My goal for our family is 1 year… to be all done and sitting in the sun!

Getaway at the Cottage | My Family

This past long weekend my family and I took an extra long weekend and enjoyed a couple days just the four of us before our family and friends joined us on Friday!
What a fantastic weekend – the company, weather, water, food, drinks… just fabulous! Hope you had a great weekend as well with your loved ones! Its early to bed for all of us ;)

My oils came in handy this weekend. My little man had a cut which we were able to gently and thoroughly cleanse, we were protected from the bugs – they don’t like our Terra Shield spray blend hehehe, the kids slept soundly with Wild Orange and Serenity!

Preparing for back to School | Focus & Immune Boost

With back to school a little over a month away this month is amazing to stock up on the “Back to School” Essentials!

These 4 items are what I would consider key for back to school!

Fractionated Coconut Oil is what we use as a “carrier” for the essential oils. This provides the oil a slower absorption rate and a greater coverage area. Using the FCO also lowers the chance of developing a skin sensitivity that you may develop by using the same oils or blend every single day.

In Tune is the focus blend. This blend includes oils which assist the mind to be grounded and concentrate. “This blend is all so known as The Oil of Presence. In contrast to Lemon oil, The Oil of Focus, Focus Blend calms the mind, facilitating inner peace. Whereas Lemon activates the mind, Focus Blend quiets and grounds mental forces.” (Emotions and Essential Oils 2015) This blend comes in a convenient roller bottle and the main oils includes Amyris, Patchouli, Frankincense, Lime, Ylang-ylang.

Lemon, as mentioned above is The Oil of Focus. This oil stimulates the mind to assist in concentration. “It teaches individuals to be mentally present by focusing on one thing at a time.” “Lemon calms fears and insecurities while restoring confidence in the Self”. (Emotions and Essential Oils 2015). Lemon is also beneficial to relieve colds and coughs, cleanse the skin, remove grease or sticky labels and more!

On Guard is a powerhouse of a blend. This can be diluted and applied to the bottle of the feet, spine or in the diffuser. It’s effective as an all purpose cleaner, will cleanse the air when diffused and has a beautiful spicy sweet aroma with Cinnamon, Wild Orange and Clove. This blend is know as The Oil of Protection. “This blend’s protective properties, however, extend beyond the physical level by aiding individuals in warding off energetic parasites.” “The protective blend strengthens one’s immune system, which governs the ability to defend against attacks from physical pathogens and negative energies.” (Emotions and Essential Oils 2015).

This month you have the opportunity to receive On Guard and Lemon for free and In Tune is 10% off!!!

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Place a 150PV Canadian Order (OTG) and receive On Guard and Lime FREE!!! We have these two in the diffuser now and they smell incredible together!

Place a 160PV US Order (NFR) and receive Lavender, Lemon and Peppermint 15ml Trio for FREE!!!

If you are not working with someone with doTERRA I would love to help you get started on your journey! I am passionate about my team and our health and wellness. I provide on going support and education for safely using the oils along with some excellent resources which have been a valuable asset these past couple years!

Hope you had a fantastic long weekend :) Let me know if you have any questions!

Remove Toxins From Your Life | Top 50 Health and Wellness Tips

Check it out! Hot off the presses… the top 50 Health and Wellness Tips from REAL people making a difference!!!

I’m loving tip #30… It’s mine!!!

http://www.flipsnack.com/9DFD697EFB5/defyeneurs-fall-2016-issue.html?b=1&p=46

My tips for a healthy and well life are simple. Remove toxins from your life, this includes chemicals and people! Shift your health care focus from problem solving to preventative maintenance. Support your body’s natural processes to become healthier; when we are healthier we are happier! Listen to your heart and gut; know that it’s ok to say no to others! Most important put yourself first, make time for being with people you love and doing things you enjoy!

I am so excited to inspire others to make a positive changes for their life, their body, mind and soul!

Savour Life and Return to Love | doTERRA Black Pepper & Basil

After hearing some very heart breaking news today, this evening I asked The Spirit Plant Essential Oil Cards which 2 oils I should use in the diffuser. I found this incredible which two oils were suggested.

So tonight while enjoying this diffuser blend I wanted to share this with you. A reminder to truly open up your heart and mind to what you really love, where you are most at comfortable and feel strength.

I am so very grateful and thankful for everyone in my life, past, present and future. For those in the past have shaped me to where I am today through happiness, sadness and challenges. I am grateful and thankful for our home, being able to provide a beautiful home for our children to grow in and to make it our own. A reminder to take everyday full open with love and happiness.

Black Pepper – Return to Love – The Oil of Unmasking

From the Spirit Plant Essential Oil Cards this oil is known to help with the release of grey energy, spiritual, emotional or mental darkness and strength to overcome crisis. Its time to return to love where you are most at home and where you are yourself.

From the Emotions and Essential Oils book Black Pepper is known as The Oil of Unmasking. Black Pepper reveals the masks and facades used to hide aspects of the Self. Black Pepper invites individuals to “get real” by digging deep within the less understood parts of the Self. With positive properties of emotional honesty, authentic, courageous, motivated, self aware and personal integrity.

Basil – Savour Life – The Oil of Renewal

From the Spirit Plant Essential Oil Cards this oil is known to help with being present, enjoying pleasure, experiencing life to the fullest, when questioning, ‘what’s next’ in your life. To slow down and taste your life. Use your senses to connect with the life that’s all around you.

From the Emotions and Essential Oils book Basil is known as The Oil of Renewal. The smell of basil oil brings strength to the heart and relaxation to the mind. This oil is excellent for nervous, anxious or sad feelings. It gives hope and optimism to the tired soul. Basil has positive properties of energized, renewed, rejuvenated, rested and strengthened.

Sources

Emotions and Essential Oils Book – http://www.enlightenhealing.com/about/

Plant Spirit Essential Oil Cards App – http://www.plantspiritmessages.com/

Empowered Femininity | doTERRA Diffuser Blend

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My evening oils consisted of Women’s Blend, Wintergreen, Ginger and Calming Blend – Serenity.

I used the Spirit Plant Cards ap and their “My reading” option.

I then read in the Emotions and Essential Oils resource book.

Women ‘s Blend is The Oil of Femininity. This blend supports a woman with feeling kind, accepted, teachable and adaptable.

Wintergreen is The Oil of Surrender. This oil “can assist a strong willed individual in letting go…” and has positive feelings of inner strength and relying on the divine.

Ginger is The Oil of Empowerment. This oil can emotionally support someone who feels stuck or on a negative path of blame and misfortune. Ginger has positive emotional support of feeling empowered, purposeful, capable, accountable and responsible.

Calming Blend – Serenity is The Oil of Forgiveness. “Calming Blend has a powerful effect on the heart…”, “When an individual expects too much from others, Calming Blend can relax their perfectionistics expectations”. Calming Blend is emotionally Calming of feelings, accepting, forgiving, compassionate, receptive and tender hearted.

This is tonight’s diffuser blend. 3 drops of Serenity, 3 drops of Wintergreen and 1 of Ginger with Whisper on my wrists and neck.

Truly amazing how our bodies know what we need emotionally. We are drawn to the oils which our bodies emotionally need support with.

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Pam McLellan Zmija
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