I don’t know about you, but this is the time of year when my nerves get a bit frazzled and I tend to feel the weight of the world on my shoulders. 

I also know that when I intentionally practice some stress management techniques, I feel halfway human again. Here are some great tips for you...


You may realize that you are experiencing stress because you feel more irritable, fatigued, less motivated, or overwhelmed. You may also get sick more easily or your sleep is off. First, it's important to see it, so you can do something to help yourself!

Stress Less Tip: Don't forget to diffuse your oils or apply them on your wrists, ears, and over the heart. Stress Away, Joy, Valor, and Peace & Calming are a few of my faves. 

What oil can you carry with you to use when you recognize stress? I want to encourage you to look through your oil stash & see what can work for you!

When you need a little extra internal boost, look at Cortistop as an internal jumpstart. You can learn more about that on the product description on Young Living’s website, in our team’s Facebook group, or on the Life Steps app. 


Even though it may feel impossible during busy times, stopping for a few minutes to do absolutely nothing may be the perfect recharge that your body and brain need.

Get out and move as part of your break. This doesn't have to be strenuous exercise. Simple, natural movement can be highly effective. A walk or quick stretch can do a world of good! Sniff some Peppermint or prep a drink with AminoWise + NingXia Red to help keep you motivated.


This may sound weird if you’ve never studied this before… but going barefoot and/or lying on the ground relaxes and restores our nervous system to its natural, optimal state. The best time to do this is right before bed, but it can be done anytime! Don’t be afraid to go out even if it’s cold. A quick trip outside can have a significant impact!

While outside, practice “Square Breathing” with Frankincense oil or another tree oil. Hold the bottle up to your nose and breathe in for a count of 4, hold your breath for 4, breathe out for 4, and pause for 4. Let me know how it feels when you try this! I’d love to hear what you think. 😊


Boundaries are so important because, without them, we lose sight of who we are and what our purpose is. When you decide to set a boundary, those in your life may be surprised, shocked, or even try to undermine them. Keep remembering why you set that boundary in the first place. This can take some time before it feels comfortable, but it’s worth it. You’re worth it!

Here are some other tips about setting boundaries:
  • Learn how freeing it is to say "No" or "Not right now"
  • Detach from work and electronics when you are at home or with loved ones
  • Manage your time through a timer when working on a to-do list
Apply Believe essential oil and say: "I can choose who and how I want to be in each new moment." 

^^^ This tip alone can change your life!

Do you have Believe or do you want some other options?


Lastly, I'd like to give a shoutout to ✨ GRATITUDE. ✨

This, by far, must be the thing that helps me the most in times of stress (and in everyday life as well). When I'm feeling all of the big emotions (anxiety, overwhelm, sadness, etc), I redirect my thoughts to all the goodness in my life. This takes a bit of training your brain to be able to do this, but it's 100% effective. There is always something to be grateful for. 💜

I would like to challenge you now to pick one of these tips and work on practicing it for the next two days. I feel a significant difference when I do these things, and I think you will too! Which one are you going to try?

Thanks for taking the time to learn with me. Having tools is one thing, but using them is another. These tips (and your oils) only work when you use them. I’m glad to be able to be a cheerleader for you and to be on this journey with you! You’ve got this, friend!
 
 
 

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