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Tried and True-For Me and You!

12/30/2020

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It was one of those days....
I had a rough day at work and needless to say, I didn't come home in the best mood! I was cranky and whiny and my poor sister patiently listened while I vented. She quietly went to diffuser in the kitchen and put in a few drops of Balance.

After 10 minutes of being home, I was feeling much better. In fact, I thought to myself that my day wasn't really that bad and I totally over reacted. I shared this with my sister and she smiled and said, "That's because I put Balance in the diffuser!"

This was my first experience with Balance and after feeling the difference, it has become part of my daily routine. I roll it on the bottom of my foot in combination with Serenity essential oil. I also have a small bottle of it that I keep in my purse and I feel anxious and stressed, I open the bottle and smell it or rub a little drop on the insides of my wrist. 

I have seen this oil calm babies, anxious dogs and confused grandmas! It's an oil that I recommend to almost everyone because who of us doesn't need a little bit more grounding and a little less stress in our lives? 

If you don't have this amazing oil and would like a sample, please let me know and I would be happy to send one to you! Or you can get a whole bottle for yourself! 


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Hormones...We all Have Them but Don't Always Like Them!

7/1/2020

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In my daily interactions with women, it seems like the topic of hormones frequently come up.

I hear conversations like, "I think my hormones aren't balanced. What is the best way to know?" and "I'm suffering from really bad mood swings for no reason," and "My husband says 'Please ask Becky to help you with your PMS'". 

We all have hormones and they are beautiful, amazing things when they are balanced. Hormones are responsible for our metabolism, regulating body temperature, healthy inflammation levels, building muscles and bones, sleep cycles, stress levels, weight, energy and many other body functions. 

But in the society we live in, it's easy for hormone imbalance to be a real thing that many women deal with! Pain, irritability, fatigue, weight gain, difficulty sleeping, poor digestion, food sensitivities are all symptoms of imbalanced hormones. 

Stress, nutrition, exercise and toxins are fundamental building blocks of healthy hormones. With a little awareness of what your body is telling you, some education about how the body works combined with diligence and time will go a long way to bringing your hormones back into the balance that God intended them to be. 

I would love to encourage you on that journey! I offer a 6 month personalized program to help you restore that balance using supplements, lifestyle modifications, nutrition education and encouragement along the way.  Email me to schedule a time for us to start your program! 



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Adaptiv. What We All Have to be Right Now

5/15/2020

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Adaptiv is a new blend that doTERRA came out with last fall. Little did doTERRA know how much we would need this oil in six months! It's become my purse buddy and goes with me everywhere I go! 
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Adaptiv helps your body adjust to stress by supporting healthy cortisol levels. What that means is, it helps you to:
*Sleep better
*Feel less anxious
*Sustain attention
*Ease irritability 
*Improve energy

It has a fresh but calming scent with Wild Orange, Lavender, Copaiba, Spearmint, Magnolia, Rosemary, Neroli, and Sweetgum oils in the blend.  

*To use- Roll on wrist or back of the neck or diffuse 2-3 drops to ease tension and stress.  Learn more here. ​
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Ready or Not, Here Comes School!

8/16/2019

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Transitions aren't fun for anyone! New places, faces and stages can cause anxiety and worry. And sadness over leaving what was. But they don't have to be hard. Being thankful for the good parts of the past and looking for the positive in the future is a great place to start! 

Try these tips to make back to school transitions easier on you and your little ones!

Immune Support- Schools are full of people harboring their own microorganisms. Strengthen your immune system so you don't have to worry about what you come in contact with! Your body will be strong enough to fight them off.  These are some of my favorites! 
  • Sunshine Heros Multiple Vitamin and Mineral- Daily support of eleven essential nutrients deficient in modern diets
  • Sunshine Heros Elderberry Immune- Pop one of these chewables full of immune boosting nutrients in at the first sign of being sick
  • PB Assist Jr-Great watermelon flavored probiotics just for kids! Immunity starts in the gut. Keep the good bacteria stronger than the bad bacteria
  • Silver shield- Powerful for any bacteria based threats! Easy to take and virtually tasteless.
  • OnGuard Essential Oil- Powerful blend of oils to boost the immune system. Use just the oil or find it in hand sanitizer, hand soap, cleaner concentrate, toothpaste and mouthwash. 
Stress Support- Ease worries and anxious feelings by calming the mind and the nervous system. 
  • Magnesium- Wonderful for sleeping, stress, and relaxing muscles. Add the powder to your drink or rub on magnesium cream before bed and before leaving for school. 
  • Liquid Calm- A blend of oils especially for calming emotions and anxious feelings
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And my absolute favorite: The Kids Collection!
Stress, Immune, Focus, Calming, Pain and Motivation support all in one simple kit. Diluted for kids, easy to take with them to school and flash cards to teach them which ones they need for which issues! 
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All items available at the Country Cupboard. 
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Dealing with Chronic Stress

2/8/2019

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Did you know that prolonged stress can lead to adrenal fatigue?

Our adrenal glands are responsible for producing and secreting steroid hormones like cortisol, estrogen and testosterone. These hormones affect every tissue and organ in your body but also effect the way you think and feel. The primary function of the adrenal glands are to help your body deal with stress.

When you are chronically stressed, you can fatigue and depress your adrenal glands leading you to feel like this:
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  • Trouble sleeping
  • Irritable
  • Feeling wired but tired
  • Muscle tension
  • Feeling run down, overwhelmed and exhausted
  • Dark circles under eyes
  • Sugar and carborhydate cravings
  • Weight gain
  • Light headness
  • Hair loss

Nervous Fatigue has been personally helpful with reducing the effects of chronic stress and is my go-to recommendation for anyone who is feeling wired but tired! Vitamin B6 can also be very helpful to support your sleep cycles, mood and brain function! 
Nervous Fatigue TCM Concentrate
  • Relieves stress
  • Promotes feelings of well-being
  • Nourishes the circulatory and nervous systems
  • Supports digestion
  • Promotes sleep
  • Invigorates the body

Vitamin B6
  • Supports brain function
  • Regulates mood
  • Regulates sleep cycles
  • Eases PMS 
  • Eases morning sickness
  • Promotes healthy blood pressure levels
  • Nourishes eye health
  • Raises plasma levels
  • Promotes healthy blood vessels


This week save $5 off both Nervous Fatigue and Vitamin B6 at the Country Cupboard. 

Contact me for more information about chronic stress and adrenal fatigue!
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Basil...One of My Favorites!

8/24/2018

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Basil has come to be one of my favorite oils! It's my go-to oil when I need mental focus and energy when I am dragging. I use two drops internally every morning to support my adrenals and my body with stress. 

As the kids are getting back to school, it’s important to help them stay focused while doing their school work. Diffuse dōTERRA Basil essential oil in your child’s study area to promote a sense of focus for tasks that require mental clarity creating a perfect stress-relieving experience.

Not only can Basil be used to promote focus and alertness, but it can also add a little extra flavor to your cooking. The spicy, yet herbal taste of Basil adds the perfect flavor for meats, pastas, and entrée dishes.

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Essential Oil Spotlight: Geranium-The Poor Man's Rose

4/11/2018

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Throughout history, Geranium promotes youthful looking skin, hair and nails. I love to add it to virgin coconut oil and apply it to my skin every morning to moisturize and make my skin glow.

doTERRA Geranium has a sweet floral aroma and used in desserts, sweets, teas, and pastries. When consumed, it calms nerves and lessens stress. Citronellol is a main component in Geranium; it acts as a natural insect repellent and is handy during spring due to insect activity. With these natural benefits, there are infinite ways to utilize it all year round. 

If you don't have this oil yet, stop by the Country Cupboard for a sample and try it yourself! 

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Hello Spring!

3/23/2018

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Spring is the season of new beginnings. Flowers are blooming and the air is fresh. We often need a little push to get out of the gloomy winter slump.

dōTERRA Cheer Uplifting Blend is an amazing combination of citrus and spice oils that will brighten anyone’s mood. This uplifting oil can be applied to the skin to counteract negative emotions and provide a boost of happiness and positivity when feeling down.

My favorite way to use Cheer is to apply the touch oil to my wrist in the mornings when I feel sluggish and grumpy. 
 
If you would like to know more about this wonderful oil, check out the spotlight on doterra.com:
https://www.doterra.com/US/en/blog/spotlight-doterra-cheer-uplifting-blend

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I'm Dreaming Of A Free Frankincense!

11/17/2017

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No, it's not time to be dreaming of a white Christmas yet. But it is time to be dreaming of a free Frankincense! For the past several years, doTERRA has offered a free Frankincense, which is a $93 retail value with a 200 pv (point value) order in the month of December. It's an amazing deal!

So what's the big deal about Frankincense? Frankincense is the all purpose oil. If you aren't sure which oil to use, grab Frankincense-it does it all! It helps to focus energy and improve concentration. It eases irritability and restlessness and uplifts the mood. It's fabulous to support neurological challenges and for cellular health. I use 2 drops of Frankincense internally every day to keep my cells healthy.

This is the perfect time to purchase oils as Christmas gifts and stock up on your immunity favorites and makes it easy to get your 200 pv order. I have my cart already full and ready to go! 




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Winter Blues? Try Liquid Sunshine!

2/1/2017

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​Seems like I’ve heard a lot of comments lately about the cloudy weather! The lack of sunshine can definitely bring us down!

We get 80-100% of our Vitamin D from the sun which provides energy, lifts the mood, helps us absorb calcium and is linked to cancer, diabetes and heart disease.  Taking 2000 iu of Vitamin D during the winter months can significantly lift the mood.

Elevation (Joyful Blend) and Cheer (Uplifting Blend) are both wonderful blends to diffuse or roll on every morning to provoke energy and happiness and drive away gloom and disinterest.

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