Douglas Fir-Did You Know?

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Screen shot 2015-10-28 at 7.58.40 PMDouglas Fir Needle Oil is extracted through steam distillation from the twigs, and needles. The aroma is very citrusy, fresh and crisp. Douglas Fir is a conifer that grows natively throughout North America. This tall, evergreen fir tree is frequently used in the Christmas tree industry. Douglas Fir can be used in candles, sprays, diffusers, and freshener sprays.

This oil helps muscular pains, and aches. Works best when massaged into muscles. It soothes, and relieves pain after exercise or intense muscle use. In general, Douglas Fir oil is non-toxic, non-irritating, and non-sensitizing.

Douglas Fir has a unique chemical composition that’s particularly rich in beta-pinene, contributing to its ability to promote feelings of clear airways. Douglas Fir can also be used to purify the skin and promote a positive mood, also helping with stress, and reducing anxiety. Blending Douglas Fir with citrus oils will create an uplifting environment while freshening the air.

Believe in Yourself

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VictoryA man can be as great as he wants to be.
If you believe in yourself and have courage,
determination, dedication, competitive drive and
if you are willing to sacrifice the little things in
life, and pay the price for the things that are
worthwhile, it can be done”
Vince Lombardi

Whatever I can imagine I can achieve. Whatever I can dream, I can become. For my Heavenly Parents expect nothing more of me than to accomplish anything I believe I can be or do.

How many times have we talked ourselves out of being or doing something great. We will say to ourselves, I am not smart enough, I am too old, too young, somebody has already done and that, I don’t have enough money. The list goes on and on.

In Exodus 3:14 it says, “And God said unto Moses, I AM THAT I AM: and he said, Thus shalt thou say unto the children of Israel, I am. Thou hath sent me unto you. When we attach “I Am “statements to things we say, we are using the name of God. When we use positive or negative statements with I AM, we magnify these beliefs. We need to be careful how we use the words I AM. in our everyday lives. Start saying “I am good, I am great and I am happy.”

Starting today, we need to remove all excuses and start believing in ourselves. There is nothing in this world we can’t accomplish, when we believe in ourselves.

We need to remove all “stink-en think-en” from our thoughts, and start saying yes to our potential. If you knew you couldn’t fail, who would you be or what would you do with your life?

Everyday we need to tell ourselves, we are a child of God who loves us, and we love Him. We need to start showing God what a great person he created when He created us.

Our mind is so powerful. It can either create a dam, stopping our progression, or open the flood gates to success. Let’s start believing in ourselves becoming what God knows we can become. Let’s do many remarkable things, as we reach our full potential.

Sage-Did You Know

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SageDid you know sage is the oil of purification? Sage is known for its ability to cleanse energy, and spaces. It also purifies the body, and opens spiritual channels. Sage is a powerful energy cleansing oil. It can send away unwanted or hard to endure energies, and restore harmony, and balance. It plays a role in helping people who have experienced any form of abuse, also feeling a disconnect from their physical body.

Sage (Salvia officinalis) has a herbaceous spicy aroma. The Ancient Greeks and Romans used the leaves of both species as compresses for the treatment of wounds. The oldest reference is a depiction of Salvia fruticosa on a fresco in Crete, which has been dated at about 1400 BC. The name salvia in fact comes from the latin, salvere, meaning to heal. It has been identified for its ability to strengthen the senses, and vital centers of the body.

Sage was used by herbalists externally to treat sprains, swelling, ulcers, and bleeding. Internally, a tea made from sage leaves has had a long history of use to treat sore throats and coughs; often by gargling. It was also used by herbalists for rheumatism, excessive menstrual bleeding, and to dry up a mother’s milk when nursing was stopped. It is helpful for supporting the respiratory, reproductive, and nervous systems. Sage may help in coping with despair and mental fatigue.

Yarrow-Did You Know?

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YarrowDid you know yarrow is native to Europe? Now commonly found growing wild in North America (except far north). Yarrow is a familiar plant in meadows and fields, along the sides of country lanes, roadsides, on embankments, and in landfills. Yarrow is a member of the daisy family. In many parts of Europe yarrow was believed to protect against all evil.

The yarrow plant was first used by the Greeks over 3,000 years ago for treating wounds on the skin. The flowers and leaves of yarrow were eaten and also made into a tea. The fresh leaves were used to stop bleeding wounds, treat gastrointestinal problems, fight fevers, lessen menstrual bleeding and better circulation. The fresh leaves were also chewed on to relieve tooth aches. Scientists have credited yarrow for its benefits relating to almost every organ in the body.

Yarrow gives strength and energy to the body and mind. It has been studied for its ability to help circulatory disorders like hemorrhoids and varicose veins. Colic, constipation problems, indigestion and cramps are also influenced by using essential oils. Hypertension, Insomnia and other stress related issues are also dealt with using yarrow oil. Many other people claim it is great for allergies, and asthma.