Chatting with Andrea & Brian

Have I ever talked to you about the limbic system?  You may remember hearing something about it when you first learned about essential oils.  (Of course, we covered a LOT of information then so, if you don’t remember, don’t feel bad.) 

The limbic system is a relatively small part of the brain but it is HUGE with regards to governing our emotions, memories and behaviors.  I won’t bother with all of the technical stuff; that’s what Google is for, right?  But here are a few specifics of what the limbic system is involved with:

 

Ever wonder why certain smells conjure up memories and even physical feelings so vividly? Our sense of smell is unique compared to our other senses  because it bypasses parts of the brain that other types of sensory information often can't.  This is the reason smells can often cause immediate and strong emotional reactions based on memories;  bringing us back to past events within milliseconds, making us feel a certain way based on past events, whether we realize why we’re suddenly feeling that way or not.

Essential oils can have dramatic effects on limbic function and how you feel. The fragrances they hold, make their way into your bloodstream then travel directly through the blood/brain barrier very quickly.  

Research shows that the olfactory bulb sends information to the hippocampus, and the hippocampus then passes it along to the main olfactory bulb. This is how memories and smells become tied together.  Once engaged, sensors emit strong emotional signals based on smells starting from your limbic system and spreading throughout the rest of your body to places like your heart and digestive tract.

Because essential oils can impact memory, balance hormone levels and  support healthy limbic system functions; scientific evidence shows that inhaling essential oils may be one of the fastest ways to create physiological or psychological benefits. These include decreasing anxiety, anger or even fatigue.

Because essential oils are absorbed into the bloodstream when they are inhaled, using a diffuser can help you experience the benefits of essential oils, or you can directly inhale them from the bottle or a cotton swab. For example, diffuse lavender to reduce stress, orange to improve your mood, frankincense for spiritual connection, and peppermint to improve focus and energy.

There is so much more to the limbic system and how it effects our physical and emotional well being but I’ll stop with the science there.  While I’m not a doctor or even a scientist, and therefore am limited in what I’m allowed to say, I encourage you to do your own research anytime you want to dig deeper into what essential oils may be able to do.

For today, I can tell you some of my favorite oils that support the limbic system function of balancing emotions.  Again, these are just a few of the amazing oil blends that D. Gary Young studied and formulated for emotional support.  There are others that may turn out to be your favorites.

Brain Power  

This is one I keep in my purse (along with Stress Away, Lavender and Peppermint).  Brain Power is a blend of essential oils high in sesquiterpenes—like Sacred Sandalwood, Blue Cypress, and Frankincense—to promote a sense of clarity and focus when used aromatically.  I don’t know about you, but I often find myself in a brain fog; usually when I feel overwhelmed or over-tired.  I apply Brain Power to the bottoms of my big toes and/or on my brain stem and crown of my head. It’s like getting a “second wind” to carry on. This one is a good choice for kids too, as is the next one.

Clarity  

When you need a boost of support for focus and sorting through information, I’d recommend Clarity.  I usually diffuse it, but you can apply it to the same areas as you would Brain Power. Clarity blends Basil, Rosemary, Peppermint, and other essential oils for an aroma that invites a sense of clarity and alertness.

Motivation  

The powerful scent of Motivation may promote feelings of action and accomplishment when diffused.  Don’t feel like getting after a project?  Is your “To Do” list longer than your arm?  Diffuse this for about 30 minutes and see what happens!  (That’s what I’ll be doing later today when I need to declutter my art supply closet.)

Maybe like me, you have some mindsets that need adjusting.  The oils in Transformation include Idaho Blue Spruce, Palo Santo, and Ocotea and this combination can empower you to replace negative beliefs with uplifting ones when diffused.  When my mind tells me “I can't,” I use this to move past limiting beliefs or destructive patterns toward a new and healthy mindset.

We all need a little mood lifting sometimes.  Some days, I don’t always know why, I just feel “off”.  Joy is great for uplifting my mood and balancing emotional ups and downs.  I usually apply it over my heart and on the back of my neck, but it’s also great in the diffuser so everyone can benefit from this sweet, citrusy, floral combination.

Every oil that comes in the Premium Starter Kit can have a benefit on your limbic system function. (Yes, even DiGize! ).  So, as you can guess, there could be an entire series just on essential oils for emotional support. 

For now, “Don’t Worry. Be Happy!”  (That song reference may be lost on some of you.  You know how to find it. ) ;)

Our family has done a lot of volunteer work with our local animal shelter and loved sharing that experience together. Did you know that July 5th is one of the busiest days of the year for animal shelters all over the country because the most number of pets get lost on the 4th? 

The reason is because pet owners sometimes underestimate how their pets will react to the loud fireworks going off around them and for those pets that are afraid, their instinct is to run and try to get away from the loud noises. If they are not restrained or on a leash, they could end up lost and may even get hurt while on the run. 

Regardless of whether or not your pet has shown any sign of fear toward fireworks before, you just never know how they will react. Not only that, there are other hazards that can harm pets during the festivities. 

Here are a few practical tips  from PetFinder to help you keep your furbabies safe on the 4th:

From an oily standpoint, there are a few different ways that we help keep our furkids happy and calm during 4th of July week. First, we make sure that we have our diffusers going in the evening to help keep our dogs relaxed and calm during the festivities that happen on multiple nights. We also put a drop or two of our chosen oil (usually Peace & Calming or Lavender) onto our palms, rub them together, then stroke their fur. We may instead rub a bit on their paws or the outsides of their ears. We also do this during thunderstorms to help calm our furbabies during a time that could otherwise be stressful to them.

Here are a few other essential oils that your furry friends may enjoy:

Stress Away
Acceptance
Valor

Try some different combos and see what works for you and your pets. If applying topically, do your research on dilution ratios, especially for smaller dogs. And if your furbabies don’t have to be outside on the 4th, please let them stay inside!

Happy 4th of July, one and ALL!!! 

HAPPY July, friends!

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

Yield: About 10 cups

6 lemons, juiced

1 lime, juiced

½ cup honey

2 drops Lavender Vitality essential oil

Ice water, about 10 cups

Lavender sprigs, optional

Combine lemon juice, lime juice, honey, and Lavender Vitalityin a large glass pitcher.

Add water to taste.

Stir until well mixed.

Garnish with sprigs of lavender.

Ever wondered what it might look like to build a Young Living business? Wonder no more! 

In this video, a few of us share what it's been like for us to each build our own business, along with why we jumped in and how we've fit it into our daily lives. We answer some commonly asked questions, dispel some concerns and share our passion for what we do. 

Click on the play button below, take a listen and check out both the income disclosure and compensation plan. Then, let us know what questions you have. We'd love to help you determine if this business is for you and, if it is, help you build, grow and succeed. 

THEY'RE HERE!!! Have you seen all of the new products launched at Convention?!?!?! 

Oh, my word!!!! We're SO excited!!! 

 
The new products are now available for everyone to order by “Quick Order” until July 1st, when you can then add them to your Essential Rewards order.  

Trust me  when I say that  if there are products you REALLY want to make sure to get, don't wait until July to order! Even when YL proactively plans for 5+ months of projected  inventory to be available for these new products (as they did last year with the Savvy Minerals line), we still take them by surprise and  cause products to go out of stock. We’ve learned from previous years that the new products fly off the shelves in a hurry, so don't wait!  

NEW CONVENTION PRODUCTS
Prices listed are wholesale prices.  If you aren't a member yet, ask me for the retail price (24% more) or better yet,  jump in,  get your starter kit and get the wholesale prices now!

Freedom Essential Oil Blend (Only available for purchase at YL events)

Item No. 24303 / $28.00 / 28 PV
- Calms the mind during nightly routine
- Promotes feelings of emotional freedom
- Inspires feelings of freedom from everyday troubles
- Grounding and relaxing
- Helps with occasional sleeplessness or restlessness

Journey On! (Only available for purchase at YL events)
Item No. 25121 / $44.75 / 44.75PV
- Herbacious and earthy
- Inspires what makes us unique
- Motivating in personal journey
- Brings joy, harmony, and peace
- Made for the peace caravan
- Combination of 34 blends

Item No. 23433 / $39.75 / 39.75 PV
- Clean, spicy, and woodsy
- Comparable properties to Tea Tree
- Helps soothe fatigued muscles
- Reduces the appearance of blemishes
- Purifies the air from unwanted odors

- Create a relaxing atmosphere

- Supports the Upper Respiratory System

Item No. 23700 / $84.75 / 50.75 PV
- Metal and Glass
- 11 light settings
- Candle flicker mode
- Same base as Desert Mist
- Runs 5-8 hours, 10 hours on intermittent 

Item No. 24552 / $15.50 / 7.75 PV
- Oldest grain varieties
- Lower gluten content
- Grind to make flour
- Use whole as a base for salads and porridges

Item No. 24327 / $5.50. / 2.75 PV
- Lower gluten content
- Sweetened with organic coconut sugar
- Higher levels of protein and trace minerals

Item No. 24261 / $32.75 / 32.75 PV
- Supports and maintains healthy digestive and immune system
- Promotes healthy bacteria in gut by colonizing GI tract
- Helps with bouts of constipation
- Support against digestive discomfort, including occasional diarrhea, gas, and bloating 

Item No. 23795 / $26 / 26 PV
- Maximum strength salicylic acid
- Prevents new acne, blemishes, pimples, and blackheads
- Willow Bark improves appearance of skin
- Aloe + Chamomile softens and moisturizes
- Vegan-friendly

Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 (This has a stronger SPF than the Sunscreen from last year’s launch.)
Item No. 24137 / $29.75 / 29.75 PV
- Non-greasy, matte finish
- Prevents sunburn for ALL skin types, including sensitive skin
- Reef safe
- 80 minutes water and sweat resistant
- Recommended by Skin Cancer Foundation

 

Item No. 23705 / $26.75 / 26.75 PV
- Improves manageability, softness, and shine
- Leaves hair silky and glossy
- Minimizes frizz, flyaways, and tangles
- Restores damaged hair
- Use on wet or dry hair
- Vegan friendly

Item No. 23735 / $36.75 / 36.75 PV
- Sandalwood, Jasmine, + Rose w/ Jojoba and Argan oil
- Removes impurities, makeup, and water-resistant sunscreens
- Antioxidants to improve skin texture and skin appearance
- Softens and moisturizes
- Vegan

Item No. 23799 / $12.50 / 12.50 PV
- Pulls out dirt and impurities w/o stripping skin’s moisture barrier
- Orange Blossom scented
- Cleanses and deodorizes body
- Suitable for face soap for oily, combination, or acne prone skin
- Promotes clear, healthy-looking complexion
- Leaves skin soft and smooth

Orange Blossom Facial Wash (Reformulated; HUGE member favorite)
Item No. 20176 / $39.75 / 39.75 PV
- Maintains healthy looking skin
- Leaves skin clean and soft
- Removes dirt and oil from pores
- Reduces oily skin and surface oils
- Maintains skin’s natural moisture barrier
- Created w/ sensitive skin in mind

Item No. 21622 / $33.50 / 33.50 PV
- Soothes, softens, calms, and moisturizes skin
- Improves appearance of skin
- Non-greasy, non-irritating, non-comedogenic
- Controls excess oil and shine
- Preps face for makeup
- Hypoallergenic
- Vegan friendly

Savvy Minerals Cinnamon Infused Lipstick - 5 MATTE, rich-colored shades

Item No. 23837 / $35 / 35 PV

- Mattifies and controls shine and oil

- Smooths and blurs lines and evens look of skin

- Reduces shine and prolongs makeup

- Minimizes look of pores and fine lines

- Cleanses skin and reduces appearance of blemishes

- Non-nano ingredients, non-comedogenic

Item No. 23684 / $35 / 35 PV

- Smooths, conditions, hydrates, and moisturizes

- Creates smooth surface for foundation

- Reduces shine and prolongs makeup

- Minimizes look of pores, imperfections, and fine lines

- Non-nano ingredients

Item No. 24283 / $49 / 49 PV

- Gives medium to full coverage

- High quality fibers made in Italy

- Soft and easy to clean

Item No. 21072 / $29.75 / 29.75 PV

- Infused w/ lavender

- Conditions, nourishes, and gives a naturally defined look

- Clinically tested for ocular irritation and safe for sensitive eyes

Item No. 23954 / $55 / 55 PV

- Pressed powder palette!!!! (Not loose minerals)

- Lavender infused with coconut oil and shea butter for smooth application that blends and builds

- Long-lasting

- Vegan

Shades:

- Ambition (deep charcoal shimmer)

- Timeless (mauve shimmer)

- Elegant (bronze shimmer)

- Chic (rose pink shimmer)

- Charm (cream shimmer)

Diamond Dust (shimmer) Item No. 20793 / $45 / 45 PV

Matte (NEW, non-shimmer) Item No. 23327 / $45 / 45 PV

- Blurs appearance of imperfections, blemishes, fine lines, and wrinkles

- Absorbs excess oil

- Gives skin an airbrushed look

- Minimizes appearance of pores

- Prolongs wear of foundation

- Vegan

Want to know more about each of these new products? The Young Living Training and Education team did a fantastic, 20 minute video giving us all the details! Check it out! (It's on FaceBook, but is public, so you should be able to access it if you're on FaceBook. If you're not following them yet, it's a great page to follow for sure!)