Uggggghhhh. I woke up feeling a scratch in my throat and pressure in my chest. NO!!!
It is NEVER a good time to get ‘the crud’ as my family calls it.Today I have a long day of teaching RomneyRide classes, ending with teaching my first ever Pilates Reformer class (more on that in a future blog post). So it’s kind of a big day. I want to be 100% on my game.
First thought…. Get thee to Thieves Oil.Ā Literally one minute after rising I put several drops of Thieves in my diffuser. And because it’s a therapeutic, food-grade product, I dropped some under my tongue. Yes it tastes like medicine. Yes I made a funny face. But it has worked for me before and I need it to work today.
I took an extra steamy shower using Eucalyptus and Thieves. I mixed a healthy smoothie to take to work. I also packed my Thieves oil and small Thieves spritzer spay. Before my first class at the fitness center I dropped another bit of oil under my tongue and I sprayed down the instructor bike and surrounding area.
By the end of the first class…. no more scratchy throat and no more chest pressure. It worked again!
I am so grateful for this stuff! Thieves has so many more uses. It is definitely the one product that got me hooked on Young Living Oils. Check out the cool graphic from Dolf Cheng that shows more ways to use and enjoy Thieves oil.
Friends, BE WELL and BE PREPARED. There’s LOTS of crud out there š
Several folks have contacted meĀ inquiring how and where to purchase the oils. If youāre interested in buying oils please see the post from Day 4: How To Purchase Young Living Essential Oils. You can also reach out to me via email at melanie@yogabirds.com.
In Peace, Health and Scented Bliss,
Melanie Buffett
Wholesale Member #1572095
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease. Iām justĀ sharing my experiences for entertainment purposes!Ā As always, do what you feel is best for yourself and your family.
It’s Day 6 of my blog series Young Living Essential Oils. If you’re just tuning in, welcome! Please have a look at the previous posts if you’d like to get caught up.
Today I want to talk about Joy. Literally and figuratively.
Yesterday was one of those days where, from the moment I rose from sleep I was consumed by work and life details and stress and admittedly…anxiety.Ā Don’t get me wrong, it was a very good and productive day. I taught three great RomneyRide classes. I completed task after task after task. I made more lists and lists of lists. I set goals, I wrapped up some old projects. But, IĀ ran myself ragged into a state of exhaustion and adrenal fatigue (more on that subject in a later blog post).
I had an epiphany by nightfallĀ that I had worked so hard all day at checking things off the list and making things ‘perfect’ that I forgot to enJOY even a granule of the fruits of my labors.
Instead of lamenting or telling myself that I would ‘do better tomorrow’, I remembered the little bottle of Joy Essential Oil blend that came in my Everyday Essential Oils pack. I pulled it out of my kit poured three drops in my palm and applied behind my ears and on my wrists. Immediately I felt transported to a new state of emotional balance. I remembered to breathe. I remembered to play some pretty music on the radio. I began thinking happy thoughts. I did not feel so tired. And there was my Joy!
Image courtesy of Dolf Cheng
Joy is a blend of Bergamot, Ylang Ylang, Geranium, Rosewood, Lemon, Mandarin, Jasmine, Roman Chamomile, Palmrosa, and Rose oils. Joy Oil can help to open the adrenal glands which is helpful when feeling overwhelmed and depleted.
Today is laundry day…well, everyday is laundry day… but today I am putting two drops of Joy oil onto a wet cloth and putting it in the dryer with my clothes. I want to carry the Joy with me in every way possible!
Several folks have contacted meĀ inquiring how and where to purchase the oils. If youāre interested in buying oils please see the post from Day 4: How To Purchase Young Living Essential Oils. You can also reach out to me via email at melanie@yogabirds.com.
In Peace, Health and Scented Bliss,
Melanie Buffett
Wholesale Member #1572095
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease. Iām justĀ sharing my experiences!Ā As always, do what you feel is best for yourself and your family.
Hey friends and aromatherapy enthusiasts! It’s Day 5 of the series 40 Days of Young Living Essential Oils.Ā If you’re just hopping on board, have a look at the prior posts at www.yogabirds.com. I admit it, I DID skip yesterday, but it was Sunday and I rested. And technically there are 47 days in Lent, so I have a few ‘off days’ for keeping my Lenten commitment.
Mondays are my day to workout. I teach yoga, indoor cycling (and starting this week, Pilates—YAY—another blog post on that soon to come) almost every day of the week. I cherish my personal workout times. Part of my ritual is going into the steam room afterwards. I love the high level of sweating and detoxifying the steam gives as well as the head clearing effects of breathing in the steam. Adding the therapeutic grade eucalyptus oil to the experience enhances it and takes it to a whole new level of physical head and nasal clarity and transformation. I can not believe how cleansed I feel and how well I can breathe afterwards! If you don’t have access to a steam room, you can also get the same effects of using the oil in a very steamy shower.
Several folks contacted me over the weekend inquiring where to purchase the oils. If you’re interested in buying oils please see the post from Day 4: How To Purchase Young Living Essential Oils. You can also reach out to me via email at melanie@yogabirds.com.
In Peace, Health and Scented Bliss,
Melanie Buffett
Member #1572095
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease. Iām justĀ sharing my experiences!Ā As always, do what you feel is best for yourself and your family.
For Day 4 I had planned on writing about Thieves Oil since it is one of Young Living’s signature products. But, in the last 24 hours, two people have inquired how and where to purchase the oils. Then today I received my most recent order of a box of goodies from Young Living… it is my most favorite and super happy mail day!!!
Today’s package includes three purse-sized Thieves spritzers, Thieves toothpaste, Morning Start Shower Gel, Eucalyptus Radiata, and Orange Essential Oils. Ready for Springtime aromatherapy!! Oh but I have digressed.
Back to the subject at hand….. So how do you purchase from Young Living?
You can sign up to be a Retail Customer.
What is a customer? As a customer, you are simply signing up to purchase oils directly from Young Living. There is no obligation to ever buy more or to sell anything. When purchasing oils as a customer, you will be paying retail price, and will receive no discounts or rewards, just lots of wholesome delicious smelling products. However, if you are currently a customer, and would like to begin receiving the 24% discount a wholesale member account offers you, you have the option to upgrade your account.
You can sign up to be Wholesale Member. Wholesale Members receive wholesale pricing (24% discount from retail), options for Essential Rewards, and the opportunity to build a business.
If you want to receive wholesale pricing, but do not want to sell anything, that is absolutely cool.Ā There is never any obligation to sell these oils ā EVER.Ā Ā If you do change your mind (like I did) and want to sell (be a distributor of) the oils, already having a wholesale account makes it easy to start if you chose to do so.
These are the steps toĀ join Young Living as a Wholesale Member or Customer:
2.Ā SelectĀ Wholesale MemberĀ so you can get the wholesale discount, or Retail CustomerĀ to pay retail.
3.Ā My member number is:Ā 1572095. This number should already be filled in the Sponsor ID and Enroller ID boxes. If it is not filled in, please fill in my number so that I can get credit for signing you up. (Many Thanks!!)
4. Fill out your name, billing address, shipping address, and contact info. (The reason you are asked to list your social security number is for tax purposes. If you make over $600/year selling Young Living products, you will receive a 1099 form in the mail, as is required by law. Young Living will never share this info with anyone.)
5. Create your password and pin which you will use to log in to your account and order your oils. If you chose Retail Customer you can skip to step 8.
6. If you chose the Wholesale Member option you must now purchase theĀ Starter KitĀ of your choice to activate your membership. This is where you can specify which starter kit you would like (see below for an explanation and description of the Starter Kits) ā they range in price from $40 on up. You only need to spend $40 to get the 24% discount. Note ā you must sign up with one of these kits to become a wholesale member. This is mandatory. To maintain your 24% discount going forward, you only need to spend $50 worth each subsequent year with Young Living on any product in their store. Thatās it! You can also purchase other items at this time if you wish.
7. If you choseĀ the Wholesale Member option, you may also now set up your *optional* Essential Rewards Program (ER).Donāt be confused by this next step (like I was). Buying one of the Essential Rewards kits is not a requirement to sign up as a wholesale member! This is a (COMPLETELY OPTIONAL) rewards programĀ you can opt into to start earning money back to help pay for your oils. If you do not want to set up an Essential Rewards Program, at this point, you can skip this step by selecting: āNo, thank you. I plan on enrolling in the Essential Rewards Program laterā. If, however, one of the Essential RewardsĀ kits looks valuable to you then by all means get one in addition to your starter kit but please understand that you cannot buy an Essential RewardsĀ kit in lieu of a starter kit. The Essential RewardsĀ program is the most economical way to purchase your oils and other products. I choose to purchase my products through the Essential Rewards Program, but please note that it requires making a monthly minimum purchase. If you’re not interested or ready to join the Essential Rewards program now,Ā you can always opt-in at a later time.
8. AGREE to Terms & Conditions
9. CONFIRM YOUR ORDER. I have had many folks miss this step and end up not fully checking out. Make sure to confirm.Ā The tool will log you in and it will show you your order again and you will be prompted to enter in your payment information again. If you don’t confirm, your order won’t process and you will not receive your oils. And that’s no fun!
10. CONGRATULATIONS! That’s it!! After you set up your account and place your initial order, send an email to me. I will send you some additional materials and resources to help you navigate the wonderful world of Young Living. As well as introduce you to the Joyful Healing Oils TeamĀ that introduced me to the oils.Ā Your oils should arrive on your doorstep in one week!
What is this Starter Kit?Ā And why do IĀ have to purchase it to be a Wholesale Member?
Basically, there are four starter kits of differing price and value offered to new sign-ups. Each kit includes your lifetime membership fee, which is why the purchase of a kit is required. For $40 you will receive the Basic Starter Kit, $75 for the Basic Plus Starter Kit, and for $150 you may choose either the Premium Starter Kit with an oil diffuser or the Premium Starter Kit featuring NingXiaNitro.Ā I fully realize itās a lot to shell out at one time, butĀ the Premium Starter Kits get you the most bang for your buck because they come with the collection of 10 Everyday Oils in addition to the bonus Stress Away Oil. That’s 11 oils to play with right off the bat.
The four Starter Kit options are:
THE BASIC STARTER KITĀ / $40 …….Ā When you purchase the Basic Starter Kit, you will receive 10 YL oil samples {2 each of Lavender, Lemon, Peace & Calming, Peppermint, and Thieves}, a 5 ml bottle of Stress Away essential oil blend, 2 NingXia Red samples, AromaGlide roller fitment, and information about Young Livingās essential oils. This is all you need to get started as a distributor with Young Living.
THE BASIC PLUS STARTER KITĀ / $75……. Another option is to purchase the Basic Plus Starter Kit, which saves you 35%, as compared to purchasing the Basic Kit. This kit comes with everything in the Basic Kit, plus a FREE home diffuser!
***THE PREMIUMĀ STARTER KITĀ / $150 …… The third option is the Premium Starter Kit, which gives you a 37% discount, and is the kit with the best value for the oil enthusiast and is the kit I chose to start with. This kit comes with everything in the Basic Kit, the free home diffuser, AND the Everyday Oils Kit.Ā In this kit you will receiveĀ 10 of Young Livingās most popular essential oilsĀ which have a multitude of uses:Ā Lemon, Lavender, Peppermint, Frankincense, Thieves, Valor, PanAway, Purification, Peace & Calming, and Joy. Each bottle contains 85-100 drops of oil so this collection gets you around 900 drops. A typical application is 1-4 drops so they will last you awhile.
THE PREMIUMĀ STARTER KIT featuring NingXia NitroĀ / $150 …… The fourth option is new at Young Living and is perfect for those who are serious about transforming their lives. This kit has everything the Premium Starter Kit has but instead of the free home diffuser, you will receive two 14-packs of NingXia Nitro.
I realize this is a lot of info. Simply put, there is a minimum $40 start-up fee to become a wholesale member, and you only need to spend $50pv per year to keep the 24% wholesale discount.And that’s all folks!
If you have any questions, or need more information on how to purchase, please email me at melanie@yogabirds.com or call me at 251-508-7099.
In Peace, Health and Scented Bliss,
Melanie Buffett
Member #1572095
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease. Iām justĀ sharing my experiences!Ā As always, do what you feel is best for yourself and your family.
Well it’s Friday and Day 3 of my Lenten blog series 40 Days of Young Living Essential Oils. If this is your first day tuning in please read the intro to the series.
Today I am highlighting one of my favorites, Purification Oil. Two years ago when I went to India, a friend gave me a small sample bottle of Purification Oil to take with me. We sleptĀ in different and very foreign places every night for a month. I applied the oil on my temples before bed at night which gave me emotional balance in the midst of the intense (and wonderful) travel experience. It’s been a staple in my daily wellness regime ever since. Purification Oil is a blendĀ of Citronella, Lemongrass, Lavandin, Rosemary, Melaleuca, and Myrtle essential oils. This blend has been found to be especially helpful in neutralizing odors, as well as, being effective on mold and mildew. It is fantastic for cleansing and disinfecting the air. And for many other uses.
10 Ways I Use Purification Oil
As a deodorizing, and germ-fighting spritzer at the fitness center where I teach classes
On mosquito bites
To freshen up stinky sneakers, place a drop of Purification on a cotton ball and place inside of shoes
In a diffuser to freshen up at home
A few drops in the washing machine for super fresh laundry
In a spritzer to freshen up the dog beds
In a car diffuser to make my car rides extra pleasant
Inhale straight out of the bottle in the steam room at the gym
A few drops in a hot bath of a refreshing and detoxifying soak
To stay emotionally and physically balanced when traveling
Are you using Purification Oil in your daily home/health regime? Please share in the comments section below. Also, please āLikeā the Yoga Birds Facebook Page and Follow Yoga Birds on Twitter. I love being in touch with you all!
Until tomorrow….
Peace, Health, and Scented Bliss,
Melanie Buffett
Young Living Distributor #1572095
If you would like to become a Young Living Retail Customer or Wholesale Member under my (Yoga Birds) sponsorship pleaseĀ CLICK HERE or go to www.youngliving.com/yogabirds and chose āSign Up Hereā from the menu. My member number should be pre-filled into the online form. If it is not, please fill in my number (#1572095). THANK YOU!! Send me an email if you sign up so that I can help you navigate the wonderful aromatic universe of Young Living. xoxo Mel
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease. Iām justĀ sharing my experiences!Ā As always, do what you feel is best for yourself and your family.
And, yes, I am counting yesterday’s intro as Day 1. Today I am highlighting Basil Oil which I use everyday in a shower spritzer that I make. The scent immediately sends a message to my brain to wake up. It has become a ritual that I look forward to everyĀ morning upon rising. The spritzer is a mix of distilled water and YLEO Basil Oil.
A Few Interesting Bits About Basil Oil:
In old folklore tales, basilĀ was considered by the ancient Greeks as the ‘king of plants’Ā and was used to anoint kings.
It is also said to have aphrodisiac qualities and was used by Italian women to attract possible suitors—well who knew?!? š
Historically basil oil has been used for respiratory problems, digestive and kidney ailments, insect and snake bites, fevers, and malaria.
My first experience with basil oil was in a yoga class 10 years ago. The teacher came around in final relaxation pose with the scented oil on her hands and gave me a very nice and gentle head and neck adjustment. The aroma opened up a whole new dimension to my breath and my practice giving a heightened sense of clarity. At first I thought the oil was exotic but when I discovered it was basil, I was surprised because it is so common in kitchens and gardens. I have been interested in the many properties and uses for basil oil ever since then.
Ways I Have Used Basil Oil:
in a diffuser with success for help alleviating migraine headaches.
inhaling the scentĀ to ‘wake up’ andĀ motivate to teach fitness classes when I feel mentally fatigued.
one drop in my favorite smoothie recipe: pineapple, banana, spinach and almond milk.
Ā one drop in scrambled eggs. It totally adds another dimension to the flavor and aroma of these quick meals.
For me, YLEO Basil Oil is a ‘must-have’ oil. My most recent experiments with using the oil in cooking is super exciting. I might actually be a foodie after all!
I will keep you posted on other ways I use the oil. If you are using Basil Oil in your daily routine or in your house, please share your experiences in the comment section below. Also, please āLikeā the Yoga Birds Facebook Page and Follow Yoga Birds on Twitter. I love being in touch with you all!
Until tomorrow….
Peace, Health, and Scented Bliss,
Melanie Buffett
Young Living Distributor #1572095
If you would like to become a Young Living Retail Customer or Wholesale Member under my (Yoga Birds) sponsorship pleaseĀ CLICK HERE or go to www.youngliving.com/yogabirds and chose āSign Up Hereā from the menu. My member number should be pre-filled into the online form. If it is not, please fill in my number (#1572095). THANK YOU!! Send me an email if you sign up so that I can help you navigate the wonderful aromatic universe of Young Living. xoxo Mel
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease. Iām justĀ sharing my experiences!Ā As always, do what you feel is best for yourself and your family.
Today is Ash Wednesday and the start of the Lenten Season. This year I am attempting to write more consistently, actually daily.Ā If you follow my Yoga Birds blog you know that it’s pretty sporadic at best and varies in subjects that span mindful movement, travel, healthy eating, sewing and crafting, conscious living, and most recently my new fave, aromatherapy.
In my Lenten practice of daily writing I have decided to highlight aromatherapy, specifically talking about Young Living Essential Oils. I figure, since I use the oils daily inĀ hundreds of different ways, finding 4o things to ‘say’ or write about them should be …. easy? We shall see.
I mentioned in my last blog post about Thieves Oil eradicating a vicious invasion of the flu which was the impetus for my becoming a Young Living distributor last year. Since becoming a wholesale member and distributor I have had the pleasure of exploring many more of the oils and blends in the diffuser, spritzers, bath, laundry, vacuuming, dusting, and even cooking.
It is fascinating to me how just by awakening the sense of smell with certain fragrances correspondingly opens and enhances all of the other senses. I also feel better (like wayyyyyy better) about using non-toxic products to clean my home. I feel more awake and aware and ALIVE incorporating the oils into my life and my home. And my husband likes them too!
What these next 40 Days will look like on the blog (or at least this is the plan):
I will post several tips, ideas, and resources for usingĀ oils, as well as, how to become a distributor and the benefits of being a distributor.Ā I am also going to share some of my must-have oils! Itās going to be a wonderful, consciously uplifing forty days. I hope you will join me! Please join in the conversation by leaving comments. Also, please ‘Like’ the Yoga Birds Facebook Page and Follow Yoga Birds on Twitter. I love being in touch with you all!
In Peace, Health, and Scented Bliss,
Melanie Buffett
Young Living Distributor #1572095
If you would like to become a Young Living Retail Customer or Wholesale Member under my (Yoga Birds) sponsorship pleaseĀ CLICK HERE or go to www.youngliving.com/yogabirds and chose ‘Sign Up Here’ from the menu. My member number should be pre-filled into the online form. If it is not, please fill in my number (#1572095). THANK YOU!! Send me an email if you sign up so that I can help you navigate the wonderful aromatic universe of Young Living. xoxo Mel
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease. Iām justĀ sharing my experiences!Ā As always, do what you feel is best for yourself and your family.
Last November Thieves Oil saved me in four hour’s time fromĀ a cold/flu that was coming on with a vengeance. The next day I enrolled as a Wholesale Member of Young Living Oils.
Like a lot of people, I want a higher vibration quality of living in my body and home.
I’ve always been paranoid about toxic home cleaning products, overuse of OTC drugs and pharmaceuticals, and chemicals in personal care products. I am always seeking out alternatives. This first-hand experience (when I was spared a real nasty sickness by using Thieves Oil) of the ‘power of the flower’ and the natural healing remedies is what essentially ‘sold’ me on the products. Young Living products satisfy a full spectrum of my needs from aromatherapy, personal care, nutrition, andĀ supplements.
Incorporating Young Living into my daily routines of mindful movement,Ā self-care,Ā and home maintenance haveĀ brightened upĀ my world with an elevated sense of consciousness about vibrant healthy living. And everything SMELLS. SO. GOOD.
I’d love to share the oils and other products with you. Please contact me for a consultation, demonstration, or small seminar. You can reach me via email at melanie@yogabirds.com or via text or voice mail at 251-508-7099.
If you’d like to enroll as a Wholesale Member to receive significant discount (24%) on oils and other Young Living Products, please enroll through my sponsorship. It is very simple to do at my Young Living WebsiteĀ (www.youngliving.com/yogabirds). If you sign up at the main Young Living site, please use my member #1572095 as the Enroller and Sponsor ID.
Please be in touch if I can answer ANY questions for you.
āThey shall not be expected to acknowledge us until we have acknowledged ourselves.ā ā John Adams
A few years ago I read David McColloughās John Adams. I loved it for so many reasons. One of the most amazing facts I remember reading is that after a life long ādanceā of sorts in politics with Thomas Jefferson, the two men died within 6 hours of each other on July 4, 1826.Ā Today I like to honor that cosmic synchronicity and my American heritage.
āLiberty cannot be preserved without a general knowledge among the people.ā ā John Adams“People and nations are forged in the fires of adversity.” -John Adams
Although we live in an incredibly challenging and relentlessly cruel world, I believe if we stay open to it and practice connecting with it, the Light outshines the suffering.
“You will never be alone with a poet in your pocket.” -John Adams“The world grows more enlightened. Knowledge is more equally diffused.” -John Adams
John Adams was a fearless and remarkable philosopher. Reading his timeless speeches and edgy proclamations give me courage to live more aligned with the beliefs of my conscience and helps me stay connected to the essence of Americaās and Humankindās greatness. Reading, writing, staying active, and creating are celebrations of free will and liberty. I am thankful today for these freedoms.
āThe true source of our sufferings has been our timidity.ā -John Adams“Let every sluice of knowledge be opened and set a-flowing.” -John Adams
In honor of JA, and of Life Liberty and The Pursuit of Happiness (which I like to translate as LET YOUR FREAK FLAG FLY), I hope you will enjoy these quotes and flags.
I read my eyes out and can’t read half enough…. “The more one reads the more one sees we have to read.” -John Adams
I made the flags with scraps of fabric from various sewing projects. The words are all John Adams’.
Cheers to Love, Yoga, Courage, and the Creative Spirit that resides in us all. May we all be happy and free.
Happy Fourth of July! Keep in touch. I’d love to hear from you here or on FB or Twitter.Ā Peace y’all, Melanie
Friday I had the great honor to attend a lecture given by the Dalai Lama in New Orleans. Even though I have been twice to Dharamsala where he lives in India, this is the first opportunity I’ve had to hear him speak live. One of the things that is most striking about His Holiness is how funny and down to earth he is. I’m still a little bit awed from the whole experience. I feel really lucky and blessed to have been there.
The city has been preparing for his visit for a year. In the last couple of weeks New Orleanians have drapedĀ homes and business in every neighborhood, and churches of all denominations with Tibetan Prayer Flags.Ā I had a fun day cruising around the city on my “#BuddhaBike”Ā doing a photo essay of the flags. All the pics areĀ on my Instagram page. Have a look! You don’t have to be on Instagram to see the photos.
The main thing I have taken to heart from this auspicious audience is that compassion has the power to unlock the suffering and trappings in our personal lives. Practicing peace and compassion in our own lives is the key to bringing more harmony to the whole global family. With so much suffering in the world, how can we not work to become more compassionate beings?
It’s my favorite song…Let there be peace on earth and let it begin with me.
Please leave comments below. I’d love to hear from you. Keep in touch on Twitter & Facebook too!
IN PEACE & COMPASSION,
Melanie Buffett
If you’re interested to read more information and details about Friday’s lecture and His Holiness’s first ever visit to the Gulf Coast, this is a great article from Nola.Com about the historic visit.
