Seasider Posted September 20, 2012 Share Posted September 20, 2012 I would love to integrate the use of essential oils into our battles against allergies, respiratory illnesses, PMS miseries and teen angst. I honestly do not have time in my current busy schedule right now to go the read-and-sift-and-hunt-and-gather route, kwim? So, I was wondering if any of you know of any places offer workshops? Something hands-on that would get me jump started? Maybe even a really good online tutorial with video? Amy G., I wished I lived near you - you have it all figured out! I feel a bit overwhelmed, but really wanting to give this stuff a try. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amy g. Posted September 20, 2012 Share Posted September 20, 2012 Thnk you, that is very flattering, but it isn't the type of thing you ever completely figure out. I don't know of any workshops, but one book I like a lot is "500 Formulas for Aromatherapy" It can be expensive building up a supply of oils to blend with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather in OK Posted September 20, 2012 Share Posted September 20, 2012 You might do some checking to see if anyone in your area is doing a Young Living info class. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasider Posted September 20, 2012 Author Share Posted September 20, 2012 Thanks! If I resort to a book, I'll look for the one you recommend, Amy. I will spend some more on the YL site, thanks Heather, that's the one recommended by an IRL friend. Anyone else with brilliant ideas..... this is me ----> :bigear: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Munchkins_mama Posted September 20, 2012 Share Posted September 20, 2012 I would recommend doTERRA oils and if you google 'doterra pms" or whatever it is you are wanting info about, there are a few really great sites with to the point information. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CalicoKat Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 You might do some checking to see if anyone in your area is doing a Young Living info class. :iagree: Young Living does a lot of classes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UmMusa Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 My mom and I both have this book and used it to get acquainted with essential oils and their uses. We've made a lot of the recipes and now are comfortable to use the oils in useful ways for ourselves. http://www.amazon.com/Complete-Book-Essential-Oils-Aromatherapy/dp/0931432820/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1348196746&sr=8-1&keywords=aromatherapy (for some reason the coding on my reply box doesn't let me insert a word in place of the whole URL.. but it does let me do that from my iphone!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hypatia. Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 My mom and I both have this book and used it to get acquainted with essential oils and their uses. We've made a lot of the recipes and now are comfortable to use the oils in useful ways for ourselves. http://www.amazon.com/Complete-Book-Essential-Oils-Aromatherapy/dp/0931432820/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1348196746&sr=8-1&keywords=aromatherapy I have the same one and it's been very helpful. I'll look into the other one mentioned too, I'd love to have another good book on hand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pixjen Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Thanks! If I resort to a book, I'll look for the one you recommend, Amy. I will spend some more on the YL site, thanks Heather, that's the one recommended by an IRL friend. Anyone else with brilliant ideas..... this is me ----> :bigear: FYI - the Young Living website information is...well...very generic. They have to be because the FDA gets their undies in a bunch if there is even a whiff that your "Hoozywhatsit" will do anything that sounds like it cures or treats *anything.* If you can, find someone with an Essential Oils Desk Reference (probably a YL member). It is stuffed full of all kinds of information about essential oils, application, and uses. Although it is specifically Young Living oils. (If you happen to live in the N TX area, I'll be happy to loan you my book.) As wonderful as the oils are, a healthy diet and good habits are equally important. Sometimes EOs can act like a magic bullet (lavender on a burn will instantly take the pain away no matter your fitness level), but they can't keep you from getting sick if you eat McDonald's three times a day. KWIM? And while there are some ppl who are anti-conventional medicine, each person/family has to choose what is best for THEM. And if that means seeing a doctor or taking 'script meds, then that's okay too. EOs at least gives you another choice to consider. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasider Posted September 21, 2012 Author Share Posted September 21, 2012 Thanks for the book rec, UmMusa, I'll add that title to the list. FYI - the Young Living website information is...well...very generic. They have to be because the FDA gets their undies in a bunch if there is even a whiff that your "Hoozywhatsit" will do anything that sounds like it cures or treats *anything.* If you can, find someone with an Essential Oils Desk Reference (probably a YL member). It is stuffed full of all kinds of information about essential oils, application, and uses. Although it is specifically Young Living oils. (If you happen to live in the N TX area, I'll be happy to loan you my book.) How kind! Unfortunately I am not even close. As wonderful as the oils are, a healthy diet and good habits are equally important. Sometimes EOs can act like a magic bullet (lavender on a burn will instantly take the pain away no matter your fitness level), but they can't keep you from getting sick if you eat McDonald's three times a day. KWIM? Yes, I totally understand. We've been working on that, too. And while there are some ppl who are anti-conventional medicine, each person/family has to choose what is best for THEM. And if that means seeing a doctor or taking 'script meds, then that's okay too. EOs at least gives you another choice to consider. This is what I am thinking - another line of defense. We are not anti-conventional, I just want to be sure I am proactive about as much as I can be before going to pharmaceuticals. I've seen too many people I love swallow too many pills over too many years... Thanks again, everybody! You have been very helpful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiddenJewel Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Vintage Remedies has some essential oil training. They may have some mini-courses as well but I don't know for sure. http://www.vintageremedies.com/Study-Programs/Foundations-of-Aromatherapy.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iamblessed Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 I second the Doterra essential oils. Just attended an Doterra esential oil class tonight and it was amazing. They have a website where you can find information about health issues and oil usage, www.everythingessential.me :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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