101 INTRO TO ESSENTIAL OILS. Simple Life Changes Everyone Can Make INTRODUCTION

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1 101 INTRO TO ESSENTIAL OILS Simple Life Changes Everyone Can Make Why learn about oils? Every oil you use is a chemical you re not using. INTRODUCTION Welcome, everyone! I am so glad you are here! I am very excited to share a bit about my journey into natural health along with some of my favorite tips. As part of the Brightside Tribe and IHeartLiving team, we are here to educate, empower and walk with you as you take the steps towards optimum health. We are everyday people on an extraordinary mission: to transform families all over the world and our community is here to help and cheer you on. My Name: My YL Story:

2 WHAT I DO AND WHAT I DON T DO Remember, we are not medical professionals, just everyday people like you, whose lives have been impacted by Young Living s products. We are not qualified to diagnose or treat any medical conditions, but we sure love these products and will support you as you strive for health and abundant living. NATURAL APPROACH TO HEALTH As you start your journey into natural health, you will notice that this truly is a different way of looking at and thinking about wellness. Let s talk about some of the highlights of natural approaches to wellness: Relies on God-made (natural) substances, not man-made substances. Pro-active (rather than reactive). Prevents problems by supporting the body continually, during healthy times as well as illness rather than waiting until the body is sick or in pain. Enhances body s natural healing responses -helps your body do what it was designed to do. Addresses root causes rather than just treating symptoms No side effects. According to the CDC, over 100,000 people die every year due to properly prescribed, properly taken medication, no one has ever died from an essential oil. Deals with long term health rather than quick fixes. Empowers YOU as you learn to do personal research & listen to your own body s intuition rather than relying on others. We absolutely believe that medical doctors and procedures are needed and required in certain situations. We also love feeling empowered, educated, and proactive in our approach to wellness in everyday situations. First and foremost, Young Living is a wellness company, committed to helping people live their healthiest life. True wellness starts from within, and Young Living offers an extensive array of nutrition and essential oils to support wellness. In order to help you live a toxin-free lifestyle, they offer personal care and household products to ensure you and your family can benefit from natural products in every area of your life. WHAT ARE ESSENTIAL OILS?

3 Distilled from shrubs, flowers, trees, roots, bushes, fruit, rinds, resins, and herbs. Life blood or vital fluid of the plants. Are necessary for the life of the plant; they are the plant s immune systems, much like our own. Since plants are always being attacked by bugs and other environmental factors they are constantly changing and mutating to keep themselves healthy. When we use essential oils, we are supporting our body with the living power of nature. Not fatty oils like a vegetable oil. Readily absorb into your skin Oils consist of over 100 different natural, organic compounds. They are very complex, very concentrated and provide support for every system in the body on a cellular level ESSENTIAL OILS HISTORY Essential oils are not a new fad or just for hippies ;) Been around since biblical times, mentioned throughout the bible The Egyptians, Greeks, Romans, Europeans, and Chinese have used them for centuries for health, beauty, fragrance, and spiritual purposes. Just recently been rediscovered and their supportive abilities understood once again PURITY OF ESSENTIAL OILS Not all oils are created equal! *Please* don t buy essential oils in a store or on ebay or Amazon, etc. This is hands-down one of those cases where you get what you pay for. You may be able to buy a cheaper bottle of oil elsewhere, but a note of caution - you are receiving an inferior product. The FDA has a requirement that in order to label a bottle of essential oil pure or therapeutic grade, the contents of that bottle must contain just 5% essential oil. What does the additional 95% consist of? It may be water but then you are paying for an oil that has a less concentrated amount of support, paying for water. It may also may be a carrier oil such as a vegetable oil or even a synthetic or solvent. In any case, I would prefer to know what I am paying for and putting on my body, and with Young Living, I do. One of the many reasons we chose Young Living was because of the Seed To Seal guarantee. They oversee the entire process from start to finish and can say with a 100%

4 guarantee that they know what is inside each and every bottle, and that the oils are pure beyond a shadow of a doubt. SEED TO SEAL PROMISE Young Living s commitment to quality starts with seeds. The seeds we use are selected for their ability to become botanicals with high levels of bioactive compounds. Imagine cooking a vegetable until it was a mushy, depleted mess vs. blanching it just the right amount to hold the nutrients in. Young Living uses the best seeds and the best distillation procedures. The seeds are then grown using cultivation practices that are dedicated to responsible and sustainable growing and harvesting methods, either on our own farms or by our coop farmers that are personally selected and trained by the YL founder. Next, we distill using a gentle, proprietary technique for steam extracting essential oils and preserving their precious constituents. To guarantee consistent, verifiable quality, our oils are tested in Young Living s own internal labs, as well as in third-party facilities. Finally, each essential oil is carefully bottled and labeled using state-of-the-art equipment. Gary Young has said that he never makes an oil for a profit, he makes it for a purpose. Young Living chooses to be out of stock on a product if it doesn t pass stringent quality tests. Seed to Seal means each plant is hand-weeded, there are no pesticides used, no chemicals, and no weed killers. The plants are harvested at their peak. They re then put through a vigorous testing process. Farms have full transparency - anyone can go to the farms, members can participate in spring plantings and different harvest times around the globe. When you use an essential oil, you re using a product with ONE ingredient. Lemon, Lavender, Oregano no additives and no chemical yuck! Every Young Living product you use is fewer chemicals. Seed to Seal is not a slogan, it s a promise.

5 Using YL gives you peace of mind, which is priceless. HOW WILL THIS HELP ME? You may be asking yourself, this is great, but why do I need these, what can they do, and where do I start? 1. Young Living has hundreds of essential oils and blends, but they know that can be a little overwhelming so they compiled 11 of the most popular, versatile oils into one beginner s kit. 2. It s the only thing on the Young Living website that is half off! This is literally your Oily Tool Box that you will want to carry with you everywhere! 3. These 11 oils are so helpful to: promote a restful night's sleep breathe deep in the spring time rustle up a chest rub help with teething help chill you out when you're feeling tense recover from a tough workout This kit covers all the basics: Stress and emotional support Improved sleep quality Supporting the body s natural response to inflammation Basic owies and helping the body s natural healing process Promoting comfort for muscles, nerves, joints Green cleaning Promoting healthy and beautiful skin And supporting optimal function for the respiratory and digestive systems This kit is the perfect beginners toolbox, and it comes with a diffuser to help purify the air and create a beautiful environment in your home.

6 EVERYDAY OILS-PASS THEM AROUND Now I am going to go though the most common oils with you, how to use them and the easiest ways to incorporate them into your everyday life. TOPICALLY: DIFFUSE: INGEST: APPLICATION Apply to skin either neat (straight up) or in a carrier oil such as olive oil, avocado oil, or Young Living s V6 oil. When in doubt, put oil on the feet. We put oils on the feet because there are spots on our feet, called Vita Flex points that relate to all the different organs in the body. Also, your feet are a great way to quickly and easily absorb oils without diluting them. Cleanse the air of your home and get the oils into your bodies all at once. Adds oxygen to the air and neutralizes bad smells. Quickest way to affect change in the brain. Goes straight to the limbic portion of the brain (which is the seat of our emotions) because essential oils can pass the blood brain barrier. The US FDA (Food and Drug Administration) classifies certain essential oils as GRAS (generally recognized as safe) Add a couple drops to water or beverages Take in a veggie capsule Use as flavor when cooking and baking Place a drop under the tongue or on the inside of cheek Young Living has an entire line of dietary oils called VITALITY, and the most popular ones are included in the Premium Starter Kit!

7 FRANKINCENSE: Frank is known as the King of all essential oils Promotes feelings of calm and balance (it can really turn around a stressful day in no time) Think of it like a dimmer switch for busy squirrel brain that seems to turn on just as I am trying to sleep Increases spiritual awareness Amazing skin support Frankincense was given to baby Jesus as a gift, so you know it's fit for a king! LAVENDER: Swiss Army Knife of oils can do almost everything Known for its calming effects Throw it in a bath with some Epsom salt Mix it with water to make a pillow spray Add a drop to your dryer balls This is my happy oil in the summer when I ve spent too much time in the sun Lavender is your go-to when you re camping and rub up against something that irritates your skin. This is literally one I ALWAYS keep with me in a little travel case in my bag I personally love adding a drop to my mascara to promote lash health & growth (I also get less clumping and my mascara goes farther, win-win)! PEPPERMINT: This is a powerhouse oil and can support in so many ways Great tummy oil and helps support the gastrointestinal system Promotes healthy energy levels (who doesn t need more energy?) Supports performance during exercise Helps with head tension Great for support during seasonal changes Freshen your breath Helps promote focus and clarity by supporting a healthy nervous system Helps alleviate nausea Encourages proper respiratory function Provides Relief of occasional chest and throat burning. Really. This is so good! PURIFICATION: Perfectly named. Purification: to cleanse anything Stinky odors just can t hang around with this oil

8 Neutralizes stench in athletic shoes, diaper pails, garbage cans, you name it Cleanses lingering pet odors Add to baking soda for a fresh fridge Purification is also the perfect blemish blaster! Perfect blemish blaster Use on wool dryer balls in the laundry. Dryer sheets are filled with toxic carcinogens - ditch those and switch to Purification Also, things flee from Purfication irritating, buzzing flying things outside flee! THIEVES: This is your IT oil when trying to keep yourself and your family ABOVE the wellness line. It is your immune booster! Put a drop in your NingXia Red every morning and enjoy the tingle Add a drop of Thieves and Lemon Vitality to a mug of hot water, add some honey, and enjoy health-supporting tea! We put a roller top on one of our bottles and swipe on the bottoms of our feet every morning Fun story: the name "Thieves" is inspired by four 15th-century French thieves who formulated a special aromatic combination composed of clove, rosemary & other botanicals they used while robbing the dead and dying during the Plague. They were caught, and in exchange for lesser punishment, the judges asked for the recipe that kept their immune systems working as they should. It was a blend of THESE ingredients, hence the name *Thieves* This is a proprietary blend to Young Living. Many have tried to copy but it has NEVER been duplicated and it s the foundation of YL s personal care products and home cleaning products. Many studies have been conducted on thieves and its amazing abilities! STRESSAWAY: The name says it all! A delicious-smelling combo of lime and vanilla and other relaxing oils Can be used for those kiddos who just seem to have more stress in their little hearts It helps to reduce nervous tension and induce relaxation Reduces stressors at night so that normal sleep patterns can be maintained.

9 LEMON: Lemon is bottled sunshine, I am pretty sure A bright, fresh scent, it invigorates the mind and body by supporting the nervous system Cleans your bodily systems Supports proper nasal function Supports healthy respiratory function We use Lemon Vitality to flavor and enhance water It's a perfect replacement for lemon juice or seasoning to flavor seafood, vegetables, beverages or desserts Lemon contains the powerful constituent d-limonene (which I highly recommend you Google real quick, or if you want to be really sciency, look it up on pubmed) It s an amazing degreaser! It can be used for everything from cleaning dirty car rims, to car engines, to removing stickers from windows. You can even use it to get left over band aid residue or temporary tatoos off the little ones! PANAWAY: Designed to relieve occasional muscle soreness and tension Great for athletes as well It's perfect for localized soreness after - lifting small children all day - gardening - shopping - working out - really any kind of physical activity Blend it with StressAway in the diffuser and it smells like Dr. Pepper! COPAIBA: (Pronounced "co-pa-ee-ba") Enhances anything it's added to, which makes it a "driving or booster oil. It magnifies anything you layer it with It helps our body do its thing when it comes to injury or irritation... sweet relief! It is a favorite among babies and toddlers, rubbed directly on their gums as they have teeth popping in (it has a mild taste and smell, so is great for little ones)

10 It helps the body regulate its natural immune responses (always a good thing) And it promotes a youthful appearance from the inside out! I love to add this one to Epsom salt and throw it in some warm water for a nice long bath. DIGIZE: DI, as in digestion. It supports a healthy digestive system! This blend was created specifically to help your tummy stay happy as can be in spite of all the things that try to make it unhappy Helps alleviate occasional nausea or an upset/sour stomach. It can totally keep that fiery feeling in your chest and throat at bay For those of you who love food as much as I do, it helps alleviates fullness, bloating and occasional gas from overeating You can put a drop in water, under your tongue, or a few drops in a vegetable capsule for added support Your belly s new best friend! RC: We like to say that R.C. stands for Respiratory Care, so enjoy your clear, easy, gift of breath when you re using RC. Rub it on your feet or chest to get you up and going, or before exercise Massage 3 drops on your feet before bedtime to encourage an atmosphere of comfort Helps you breathe clearly and quietly in your sleep and to wake up better rested as a result RC contains three different types of Eucalyptus Our family likes to stock up on this big-time before the trees wake up and bloom and yellow dust starts blowing all over creation It s also in our must-have fall arsenal as we head back in to the craziness of germinfested schools CHEMICAL FREE HOME We have talked a lot about how oils can support your different body systems but it makes no sense to detoxify our bodies if we haven t done our part to reduce chemical exposure in our homes as well. It s like if we eat organically then rub toxins on the largest organ in our body our skin, its counterproductive. It is best to work on changing both our body and our home simultaneously so we aren t cancelling out the support we are adding to our body!

11 If you d like, I have a Three Cabinet Challenge for you to do when you get home. Pick three cabinets in your home and look through the ingredients list of each product. Grab the free app called Think Dirty and scan the products you have in those cabinets. The app will give you a rating from 1-10 to show you the toxicity of each product. It breaks each one down if you want to know more. This will give you a good idea of the many hidden chemicals we don t even know are in our home that we are exposed to on a daily basis. But, for the challenge, just keep it simple and focus on one chemical SLS. Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) is the foaming agent in your products. What you will quickly realize is that it is in most products in your home! Don t be fooled, even brands like Meyers, Biokleen and Seventh Generation have this ingredient in their products! Just because advertising leads you to believe a product is more natural, doesn t mean it actually will be. These bottles don t warm of long term effects of their ingredients. Each of our bodies have a toxic overload limit. Sadly, we don t know what our limit is until we have a major health issue, and our individual limits vary. That is why a person can smoke for 40 years and be fine, while another may have never smoked and developed lung cancer. Every day we put products on our skin, in our body, and breathe them in, but many of these products contain damaging chemicals. The average woman applies over 300 chemicals a day to her body just through soaps, makeup, shampoos, and hair care products. 80 of those are before breakfast! I am going to go over a few quick facts that I hope will really paint a picture as to why transitioning to a more chemical free home is so important to you and your family. Toxic Substance Control Act 1976 The Toxic Substance Control Act of 1976 grandfathered in an estimated 65, ,000 chemicals currently on the market today. What does that mean to you? Simply put: these chemicals have not had any safety testing and we know very little information about their effects. Of the chemicals tested, toxic labeling is required only if 50% or more of the animals tested with a chemical die. So, if 200 animals were texted and 98 of them died, toxic

12 labeling is not required. Manufacturers are protected by trade secret laws that allow them to keep their ingredient lists a secret. HOME So what can you use? Are there really products out there that are safe, effective and don't cost a fortune? YES! Thieves cleaner is what I recommend. Not only has much testing and research shown it to be extremely effective but it is an ALL PURPOSE cleaner and it is cost effective. It s.88 a bottle!!! As I wrap up, let me be real with you for a minute. Why do essential oils and chemical free living matter so much to me? Because I have seen the other end of a chemical filled lifestyle. It was hard. I realized that I am the gatekeeper to my home. I get to choose what I allow and don t allow in. And I want everyone to know what they are putting in and on their bodies. Number 2 cause of death in the United States is cancer. 1,620 people a day die of cancer. The American Cancer Society says only 5 to 10% of all cancer cases are from gene defect. 5 percent. That means 95 % of cancer cases are under our control. It s what we allow into our homes. Which is good news, we can make changes! What are some things that happen when your body is chemically overloaded? You may see it in something as catastrophic as cancer. But most of us feel it on other ways: Lethargy Inability to focus Sleep trouble Inflammation Unexplained pain Skin issues adult acne Hot flashes Stress and fear THE WRAP UP

13 If you face any of these issues, be encouraged that you can control what you allow within the walls of your home. Wellness is multidimensional. Because of that, Young Living offers several product categories that can enhance many areas of your life. Young Living is proud to have spent the last 20 years and counting developing a product line that cultivates wellness by purifying the home, nourishing the body, beautifying the skin and hair, and comforting the spirit all while never compromising on our stringent Seed to Seal standards. Young Living is truly the ONE STOP SHOP for all your family s health and wellness needs. Every oil you use is a chemical you re not using. So There are two ways to order: Choice One: Retail Customer - always full price Choice Two: Wholesale Member - 50% off starter kit; 24% discount off retail w/optional loyalty rewards (ER), monthly promotions By a show of hands, how many of us in here have a Costco (or Sam's club) membership? Right! Most (or all) of us! We are willing to pay Costco s membership every year in order to have the ability to purchase products at wholesale pricing. With Young Living s wholesale membership, you only have to spend $50 a year to remain an active member plus no annual membership fees. Step 1: Grab a Premium Starter Kit half off we get it for $160 but purchased retail it would be over $300. In the kit comes: A diffuser and 11 bottles of the most popular, versatile oils for supporting all systems of the body (or 2 other choices if you really want to start with Thieves or NingXia Red, though we suggest getting those on the loyalty program or adding them to your first order) Add any additional items you want this first month Step 2: Add on the Essential Rewards Loyalty Program You get a monthly wellness box right to your doorstep Its free to join and free to cancel - no strings attached Most economical way to order YL products; an additional 10-25% back in free product credit Helps you plan and budget your orders You can change your order and date each month base on your needs

14 Reduced flat-rate shipping Exclusive FREE products each month when ordering $100 or more Exclusive loyalty gifts at 3, 6, 9, 12 months & every anniversary Costco only offers 2% back on their Executive memberships; Young Living gives 10-25% back, plus all the other benefits I shared. AND it comes straight to your door, which is the ultimate in convenience. You can see why most people participate in the Essential Rewards loyalty program. It s just the most economical way to make changes over time in your home. In fact, about 85% of our members who ordered last month ordered on ER. COMPENSATION PLAN OVERVIEW As a Young Living member, you re never required to distribute or sell any product. In fact, over 93% of Young Living s members never do a business with YL they join for the wonderful products at wholesale prices. HOWEVER, as a wholesale member, you are able to enjoy the perks of our referral program; every time you refer a friend who purchases a premium starter kit, YL sends you a $50+ thank-you check! Our team offers casual hobby and serious business coaching as part of our education. If you are looking for additional income you can earn from home, the pace is up to you, but there is no income ceiling. Royal Crown Diamonds in our company make, on average, $141, A MONTH! Knowing that your future and your family are well cared for is the final dimension of wellness. If you need greater financial independence and want to do something you can feel good about in the process, sharing Young Living can help you find the missing piece in your wellness puzzle. It s so simple. If you love Young Living, share it! Our team has ongoing business mentoring available as well as product education and support, so you ll never be alone in this. We really believe this is the best kept secret in Young Living. Whether you want to travel, eliminate debt, fulfill a need, give generously, or just get your products paid for, Young Living can make that possible! When asked why Gary Young didn t just put these oils in stores, he said there were two reasons: 1) he wants the essential oils to come with support and education, and 2) he wants to provide jobs for people. I am so glad he does because my family has benefitted!

15 THANK YOU When you get started, you will have continuing education and support we talked about. You will be on the IHeartLiving team under the Brightside Tribe. As part of the Brightside Tribe and iheartliving team, you ll have access to our local and virtual classes, Google Docs files, our Brightside Fireside private Facebook group, and our website iheartliving.org. We have mentors ready and willing to help you, and tons of resources. YL University videos and training are also available on Young Living s website. This is a team where each person matters. Your family matters. Your friends matter. You ve heard me explain how Young Living has changed lives. You guys, people in your life need to hear this too. Come see me afterwards about hosting this 101 Class for the people in your life. I d love to share this with them, give you the free hostess gift, and get them started on the road to health. In conclusion, I want to tell you how very glad I am that you all came. Thank you for investing in yourselves and your future by being here. When you are ready, please fill out the order form and meet us at the computer. We are here to help you personalize your order, book your own 101 class, and look forward to getting to know you better!