Category: DoTerra Essential Oils

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Cleansing the house / your room / your office

For many years now I have been cleansing the energy in our living & work spaces. It might seem a bit whohoo, but everything is energy and when you become still in meditation you might observe external energies “sticking around” on your body and in your space.
I most often use my diffuser and essential oils to do this. My family seems accepting of this.
But every so often I bring out a Palo Santo stick or a herb smudge stick to cleanse the house with smoke when no one is around to complain about the smell ;-). I now have a white sage plant in our garden again, so often I just dry the leaves and burn them in a Paua Shell or Ash tray walking through the house. I actually enjoy the smell the of both the Palo Santo and White Sage smoke. I feel its comforting.
You can buy Palo Santo sticks online. Please make sure they are sustainably sourced. I think Kate @capesouth sells them too.
Cushla sells beautiful smugesticks she makes with herbs from her garden https://www.cushlaherbalist.com/shop.
If you just want a few leaves of white sage, I can cut you some from my plant as a gift. I don’t use them all.
Most essential oils are lovely to diffuse and refresh the energy. Trees are grounding, Citrus uplifting, Flowers balancing. I use On Guard if I want to cleanse the air if there is sickness going around in the house. Lemongrass, Lemon Eucalyptus, Lemon Myrtle, Litsea, the Purify blend are all great to get rid of yucky vibes. Click HERE for more info on how to buy the oils through your own account.
Happy cleansing!
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DYI Room Spray

I have done my own non toxic room spray for years. Its so easy! I just finished a Weleda Deodorant and converted the little spray bottle into a room spray for our Toilet.
I love to repurpose glass bottles. I usually give them a good wash & use Lemon Essential Oil to get the remaining sticker stuff off the bottle.
For this one I put 30 drops of the doTERRA Purify blend in the bottle and 10 drops of Litsea, then topped it up with water.

When there is a “smelly” situation in the toilet you just shake the bottle and spray liberally in the air.
To make this only cost me maybe a couple of $$ as the glass bottle is repurposed and I know exactly that there are only pure plant essences in this bottle. I can refill this again and again without creating any more waste and they make great gifts too.
A 15 ml bottle of Purify is $42 and has 250 drops of oil in it, so it will last for ages. I use for the diffuser, air freshener, stinky shoes, smelly bins etc. Anything that’s stinky.  Purify has the following oils in it: Lemon Peel, Siberian Fir Needle, Citronella Grass, Lime Peel, Melaleuca (Tea Tree) Leaf, Cilantro Herb
A 15 ml bottle of Litsea is $39. This one has a strong lemony like scent, but is from a shrub.
You don’t need both, you could either do one or the other, but since I have both I mixed them.
For more information on how to open your own account to purchase these oils click HERE.
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Bergamot

Bergamot
One of my favorite Citrus Oils – although really I love all of them. Bergamot is a bit more subtle, with a hint of sweetness and depth. Most of you would be familiar with Bergamot as its the flavouring in Earl Grey tea.
Bergamot may help with anxious feeling and uplift the mood. Traditionally it was used by the Italians to cool and relieve fevers, protect against malaria and expel intestinal worms. Its analgesic, antibacterial, antifungal, anti-infectious, anti inflammatory, neuroprotective.
I use this essential oil in all my 1:1 sessions at the start of the session in the Ear Shen Men point to bring in calm, joy and lightness & let go of stress & overwhelm.
This is a great one for the diffuser. In summer you need to mindful where you apply this to the body as all citrus oils are sun-sensitive for 12-24 hours after application, so not one to add to body care products during the summer months. Its beautiful in fragrance blends though!
From Aromatherapy for the Soul by Valerie Ann Worwood:
Bergamot is an amplifier of light energy , energizing and magnifying, opening the heart to cosmic joy. It will lighten the heart, lift stagnation,  dispel self criticism and blame and lighten the shadows of the mind.
One of my Aromatherapy Teachers, Tiffany Carole, names this oil the Creator of Equilibrium & the Bringer of balance and light. Tiffany also points out the support to calm the Central Nervous system relatively quickly and balancing of all the chakras with this oil.
If you are interested to buy a bottle I can order it in for you for $53 or help you to open your account. If you let me know what you would like address personally I can make recommendations as to what oils might be most helpful.
If you have any questions, please let me know. Happy to help.
More info on opening your own account HERE.
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Essential Oils for respiratory support in your movement practice

When I practiced yoga today I put some Fragonia essential oil on my chest, because the bottle was standing by my yoga setup. This was a limited edition essential oil earlier this year. It has similar properties to Eucalyptus. I focus a lot on my breath in my yoga practice and while I moved through my asanas I got wafts of this beautiful fragrance. Sometimes I have to remind myself how to use the oils. And to have the oils ready in the spaces where I use them helps, e.g. respiratory oil by my yoga mat, meditation oil near the couch in my office where I usually sit, sleep balm by my bed etc.
To apply a respiratory oil or blend before a movement practice can be really beneficial. It can improve the lung function and performance.
Here are some oils that I use for respiratory support:
Easy Air blend – this comes in a roller bottle, which is ready to roll on -10 ml are $33 or 15 ml undiluted is $42 This blend has the following oils in it: Laurel Leaf, Eucalyptus Leaf, Peppermint Plant, Melaleuca Leaf, Lemon Peel, Cardamom Seed, Ravintsara Leaf, Ravensara Leaf
Peppermint essential oil – 15 ml undiluted $40 or 10 ml roll on bottle $33
Eucalyptus essential oil – 15 ml undiluted $38
If you want to read more about some studies looking at this I found this article online, which refers to the studies:
https://www.aromaticformulations.com/single-post/2020/04/18/get-moving-essential-oils-that-support-exercise-and-endurance-bonus-they-also-support-foc?srsltid=AfmBOooQ7XN1tcVtmMO1BjKTSaM2JAVLcNM8dTKpOxtO1v-gxT4X68KS
If you are keen to get any of these oils to support your movement practice please let me know. I can either order them in for you or help you to set up your own account.
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Reflection & Connection through meditation / a special essential oil blend for Meditation

Reflection and Connection on Meditation

Our lives have been a bit upside down and constantly changing since we returned from overseas. I was finding it hard to sit and be quiet in the past few years. I had spells where I managed to get on my cushion but there was no real consistency. Now that we have a firm base again I feel more grounded and better able to be still.

I walk our dog every morning during the week first thing and for me that counts as a walking meditation. The world is still quiet, I still feel quiet and in a good free headspace and its so nice to get that fresh air in my lungs and my body moving in nature before spending the day in an air conditioned office mostly static at my desk.

For my ‘proper’ seated meditation I prefer the evening, set the scene with dimmed light or candle light, a diffuser on, or an oil rolled on, a cosy blanket and my timer (I usually aim for around 20 minutes, but if the timer goes off and I have a really good time I just longer than what I aimed for). Personally I find open eyed meditation too hard, so I practice with closed eyes. If my mind has a particularly busy day, sometimes I choose a guided mediation and if I feel really tired I might do a Yoga Nidra instead. As you can see my practice if fairly fluid to fit around my life.

I have just been hovering over my oil box and created a blend for my meditation practice. If you are interested you can have a 10 ml blend for $50. This one cost a bit more as all of these oils are precious “investment” oils. I usually roll my blend on before meditation around the neck and the third eye and crown chakra, then rub it in and inhale deeply. This also creates an aromatic anchor for you and if you do this every time you meditate, your brain “knows” what is coming and you may drop into your meditations quicker. You don’t need this to meditate, but it adds a nice touch. The 10 ml bottle will last you months if you just use it for your meditation. Just message me if you would like a bottle.
Frankincense, Myrrh, Copaiba, Guaiacwood (similar to Palo Santo) are all tree oils (resin and wood) and have been used by different cultures in spiritual rituals for centuries.
All of these oils are grounding, soothing, calming (among many physical benefits as well) – the perfect combo for a meditation blend. To bring a bit of lightness into the blend I added Blue Tansy and Helichrysum because they are such gentle, floral oils with calming properties and 2 of my favorite emotional healing oils. I also added Melissa, which is the oil of light and one of the highest vibrational oils that exist. You can purchase this blend HERE.

I have been thinking of creating a WhatsApp accountability group to share our practice. This could be anything (yoga, meditation, walking etc.) and as often as you like (every day, twice a week, whatever works) with a short message or photo to share our practices and progress and have an accountability buddy/buddies. If you are interested to join the WhatsApp group, let me know (email to: [email protected]) and I can add you in (your name & phone number). I sometimes find it can help to actually get the practice done if we are accountable in a space other than our heads and also to get back on it if we have a spell where we can’t manage.

May all people find space and time to for rituals that nourish their body, minds & souls.

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Diffuser blend for focus / study & work

These 2 oils – Rosemary & Lemon – are my favorites if I am working from home.

Rosemary is a renowned brain booster & stimulant. Its invigorating scent helps improve memory retention, mental alertness and overall cognitive function. Diffusing Rosemary oil while studying can lead to improved learning and information recall.

Lemon essential oil is like a burst of sunshine in a bottle. Its bright citrus scent can uplift your mood and improve mental clarity. Diffusing Lemon essential oil while studying can help you feel more motivated and focused.

I use ultrasonic diffusers in our home. Its cold “steam” and doesn’t damage the precious properties of the essential oils through heat (the holder style diffusers with candles heat up the essential oil, so you may damage some of the benefical compounds in the oil through the heat). An electrically powered vibrating plate in the base of the diffuser creates a continuous series of inaudible oscillations. These silent waves rise through the oil-impregnated water and atomise it to a finely scented vapour before dispersing it into the atmosphere.

If you are keen to have these oils in your home I can order them in for you. Rosemary is $30 and Lemon $22. They come in a 15 ml bottle and you have approx. 300 drops in each bottle. I put approx. 5-6 drops in the diffuser, which goes for several hours. So you have around 100 diffuser loads with both bottles. That is $0.50 per diffuser load of one of the most tested, ethically sourced, organic essential oils that benefit your health.

Most air fresheners you buy in the supermarket are a mix of manmade fragrance and toxic chemicals that have no benefit whatsoever for your health.

Diffusing oils was my first love before I got into topical application. I love knowing that our home smells nice with natural scents.

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doTERRA spare bottles for sale

I just sorted, refilled and took stock of my oils collection and I have a few spares I am happy to sell on. Feel free to message me if you are interested in one or more of them. Happy to consider Koha offers or swapsies. One of my goals in the holiday’s is to clear out and narrow down. These are all unopened new bottles.
ARBORVITAE – The Tree of Life, 5 ml, $40
Emotional: peaceful, surrender, grounded, trusting, relaxed, grace
Has been used in rituals and ceremonies,
Emotional Balance, Respiratory System support, nourishing for the skin
THYME, 15 ml, $55.50
Emotional: Releasing & forgiving, tolerant, patient, openhearted, understanding
1 well diluted drop over heartchakra, well diluted with carrier oil under soles of feet when unwell.
Supports Immune system, tonic for Nerves, uplifting
can be used to flavor dishes (just dip toothpick in top of bottle and stir through dish)
Needs to be very well dilutes – this bottle will last for a very long time.
MARJORAM, 15 ml, $38.50
Emotional: Open & connected, close relationships, softhearted, loving, ability to trust
I use a diluted drop over heartchakra and mix with a carrier oil when body feels sore and stiff.
Supports joints, helps with stiffness, supports respiratory system
can be used to flavor dishes (just dip toothpick in top of bottle and stir through dish)
Needs to be very well dilutes – this bottle will last for a very long time.
EUCALYPTUS, 15 ml, $26
Emotional: ability to heal, whole integrous, well, liberated, encouraged, responsible.
I love putting a drop of this oil on my drybrush. I also like to put 1 drop in my hand and inhale before yoga or breathwork.
Affinity with respiratory system and skin, can help relax muscles
ON GUARD, 15 ml, $52
Emotional: protective, healthy boundaries, capable, integrity, independent, reinforced, strenghtened
I roll this over my chakra line sometimes before and after I do energy work on others, because I am so sensitive and often take on other peoples energy. I always use this when I feel something is coming on – over my throat, on pulse points under feet. This always comes with me when travelling. Great in diffuser as well if things are going around in the family. I use the toothpaste, the Multipurpose cleaner, the Throat Drops etc. Swear by the On Guard products.
ON GUARD & PEPPERMINT BEADLETS $40 for both
These are little beadlets with a tiny amount of the oil. I personally find them too strong in my mouth. I sometimes use a peppermint beadlet to cleanse my breath other a meal if I see a client.
CLARY SAGE, 15 ml, $68
Emotional: Spiritual clarity, intuitive, open-minded, imaginative, spiritually discerning
You can’t use this while pregnant, can bring on labor!
Great for female complaints – Affinity with Hormonal System
TEA TREE (Melaleuca), 15 ml, $32
Emotional: energetic boundaries, healthy and respectful connections, empowered, resilient, safe
This is a practical oil for me. I use to clean, a drop in the dishwasher and washing machine regularly to kill off any yucky stuff. I also put it on pimples and around wounds.
ICE BLUE, 5 ml, $50
Emotional: Resisting pain, avoiding emotional issues, panicked, fearful, wounded, unhealed
I use the Ice Blue range of products regularly when sore after exercising. Lots of people who go to the Gym also use beforehand. Great for any aches and pains.
MOTIVATE TOUCH,  10 ml roll on bottle x 2,  $27.50 each – 1 SOLD, 1 LEFT
Emotional: Motivated, encouraged, hopeful, energized, confident
This is a nice citrussy, uplifting natural perfume.
LAVENDER TOUCH, 10 ml roll on bottle x 2, $25 each
Emotional: Open communication calm, expressive, emotional honesty, self-aware, peace of mind.
This is a calming natural perfume. I use this when I have head tension around the hairline. Lots of people find it helpful for sleep support or to calm anxious feelings. Lavender is the swiss army knife of essential oils.
COPAIBA TOUCH, 10 ml roll on bottle, $37.50 – SOLD
Emotional: Worthy, self-aware, clarity, forgiven, redefinition of self, purposeful existence.
This is a tree resin, much like Frankincense and Myrrh. Has been used in spiritual ceremonies. Physically great affinity with Nerves. Its calming. I sometimes apply over third Eye and Crown Chakra in my yoga practice. Also use this for inflammation or pain.
If you have any questions or need more info, please don’t hesitate to be in touch.
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Positivity Aromatherapy blend by Valerie Ann Worwood

We all can do with a bit of positivity in these times. I found this lovely blend in “The complete book of essential oils and aromatherapy by Valerie Ann Worwood and thought I would share it with you:

In 30 ml bottle put the following mix of essential oils and top with a carrier oil of your choice (Fractionated Coconut Oil, Jojoba or Almond oil etc.) You can use it as a body oil, in baths or don’t dilute in Carrier Oil and put 3-4 drops of the essential oil mix in your diffuser for inhalation.

10 drops Geranium

8 drops Grapefruit

8 drops Petitgrain

4 drops Frankincense

Do not expose skin to direct sunlight 12-24 hours after application, as citrus oils can cause sunburn / sun sensitivity / sunspots.

“Positivity is not about grey areas, its about being optimistic and proactive – the kind of attitude that creates its own luck.

Positive people construct strategies to improve their chances of success. Rather than leaving things to chance, they put the odds in their favor by planning carefully and learning to deal with different situations. Positive people don’t daydream that one day it’s all going to get better, they set themselves realistic goals and for them, step by small step. and they don’t blame themselves for every little mishap. Mishaps are to be expected, they are part of the drama, but don’t allow them to rule your life.

Life is all about good and bad, and the trick is to find a balance in which there  is more good than bad. That’s all we can do. Optimism is key, and it is the attitude that good will ultimately prevail in the universe.

Essential Oils are like little packages of positivity, a helping aid in the move toward optimism. They gently nudge you forward until you find yourself saying, “Oh, maybe things aren’t so bad!” I don’t know of an essential oil that doesn’t add positivity in some way.” -Valerie Ann Worwood”

If you are interested to purchase the doTERRA essential oils, please message me [email protected] or check out the essential oil section on my website.

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Essential Oils to support your creativity / aromatic anchors

Aromatherapy can support us in our physical and emotional world and I certainly make use of my precious plant essences on a daily basis. I roll on an oil several times a day, change the essential oils I add to my body and face oils, I apply them to acupressure points, inhale deeply from the bottle and if we happen to be in a marina I also use my diffuser (not enough solar power here to do this daily anymore).

The essential oil is the blood of the plant, the soul, the lifeforce. – Tiffany Carole

One of the secret tools that not many people know about are aromatic anchors. If you choose one oil and repeatedly use it for the purpose of getting your body / mind into a certain space, your brain after some time will automatically switch without you doing anything about it. For example if you use Lavender every night at bedtime in your diffuser or as a foot rub or similar you body will learn when it detects the smell its sleep time and sleep will come alot easier. This is also a great tool for children. Same for mornings. If you choose for example Peppermint or a Citrus Oil and diffuse every morning your body will automatically know its wake up time.

 

Same can apply for your creative space. I would highly recommend hovering over your oils box and choosing an oil that you feel drawn to for your creative space if you are looking for an aromatic anchor.

  • Tree oils are usually grounding and full of wisdom. When I think of tree oils they are for me deeply connected with the root chakra and also with the third eye and crown chakra.  Examples are Cedarwood, Myrrh, Frankincense, Silver Fir, Manuka, Douglas Fir, Black Spruce
  • Citrus oils are light, creative, uplifting for me. They invite freshness, alertness, happiness to my body. A perfect match for creative time. Examples are: Tangerine, Wild Orange, Lemon, Grapefruit.
  • Flower Oils are sweet, harmony, balance, mystical, feminine. They invite softness, exploration, forgiveness, femininity, exploration. Examples are: Rose, Geranium, Jasmin, Ylang Ylang, Neroli, Magnolia
  • Spice Oils are warm, comforting and healing to me. They feel like a blanket that I can wrap in. My favorite is Cardamom, but other examples are Ginger, Cinnamon / Cassia (very well diluted!)
  • Herb Oils are healing, cleansing, fresh, helping to digest emotions. Examples are Basil, Cilantro, Oregano, Marjoram, Thyme

I often apply an oil over my belly, heart, on my feet on my third eye or crown chakra. Before you sit down at your creative space create a comfortable, safe and happy environment, turn your diffuser on, place an oil and your body, close your eyes for a moment and tune in.

From the “Essential Emotions” book:

Essential Oils to support Creativity:

  • Wild Orange, Tangerine, Citrus Bliss, Clary Sage, Passion blend, Green Mandarin
  • Query: Am I open to thinking outside of my box? Where can I go to receive inspiration? Have I moved enough physically to clear my mind and heart? When have I been burned in the creative process? D I trust that this can be used as a fit for my growth?
  • Affirmation to say when applying the oil: “New ideas now flow naturally and abundantly to me.”
  • Visualise: See light pouring from the sacral chakra / reproductive area of your body, bringing gifts and ideas beyond your own.

Essential Oils for Inspiration:

  • Passion blend, Roman Chamomile, Lemon, Rosemary, Elevation blend, Blue Tansy, Arise blend, Green Mandarin, Tumeric
  • Query: What will it take for me to connect to the inspiration waiting for me? What life experiences have caused me to limit myself?
  • Affirmation: I am now open to infinite possibilities. Solutions are now waiting for me.
  • Visualise: See light pouring from the sacral chakra / reproductive area of your body. Visualize a gift being handed to you that contains ideas beyond your own. See your mind expanding to hold more.

Essential Oils when feeling Blocked:

  • Cypress, Thyme, Oregano, Litsea, Hinoki (Thyme and Oregano need to be very well diluted!)
  • Query: What am I avoiding? What will it take for me to feel confident in moving forward?
  • Affirmation: I can now trust my internal compass. I now move forward in confidence and faith.
  • Visualise: See yourself dismiss the conflicting voices on either side. Imagine your eyes and face cleaned, allowing a clear perspective to emerge.

Essential Oils for Worthiness / Worthlessness:

  • Bergamot, Slim & Sassy (or Smart & Sassy), HD Clear, Copaiba, Beautiful blend, Cassia
  • Query: Is this a feeling that will help me progress or turn to my Higher Power? Is it possible this feeling does not originate from a source of truth? Am I trusting in false thoughts about myself? What is clouding my perspective of myself? What am I to change?
  • Affirmation: I can now reject falsehood. I am now cherished, valued, and worthy of infinite love. I was born with intrinsic worth and value. I now reject belittling thoughts about myself.
  • Visualise: Imagine yourself held in loving arms. See what value you truly hold. Imagine your heart open to receive all the love that is yours.  See your heart, mind, and gut surrender any feelings of unworthiness and be filled with love. Open your arms to receive all that is yours.

Essential Oils for Authenticity:

  • Wild Orange, Cassia, Spearmint, Black Pepper, Steady blend, Kumquat, Pink Pepper, Amavi blend
  • Query: What will it take for me to stop comparing myself or my life mission with others? Am I safe to express what I think, feel, and desire?
  • Affirmation: I now choose to be true to my authentic self
  • Visualise: See you body as a cluster of circular colors. Take a deep breath and honor the beauty of the colours Dismiss anything that does not belong in your space.

If you have any questions or would like to share your oils or insights, I would love to hear from you. [email protected]

If you are interested to purchase doTERRA essential oils I am happy to support you and help to set up your account. You can find more information HERE or you can message me on [email protected].