Totally Frank (2025)

13/12/2024

Start your weekend right with my Weekend Wind-Down Diffuser Blend. It works beautifully to help you unwind and truly let go of the week’s stresses. The uplifting scent of Wild Orange clears mental clutter, while Cedarwood and Sandalwood ground and relax your nervous system, bringing deep peace and emotional stability. Ylang Ylang adds a floral touch that melts away tension, leaving you with a sense of joy and relaxation. Together, these oils create a nurturing environment that allows you to reset, recharge, and fully embrace the calm of your weekend.

Breathe deeply and begin winding down! 🌿✨

11/12/2024

This morning, as I added Sandalwood and Litsea to my diffuser, I felt a strong urge to dive deeper into Sandalwood and share its wonders with you. So, let’s explore the beauty of Sandalwood together! 🥰

Sandalwood is probably my absolute favourite essential oil ever. Distilled from the core of the heartwood of the Sandalwood tree, Sandalwood is known as a highly aromatic wood that can retain its fragrance for several decades.

Historically Sandalwood has been used in meditation, religious rituals and even embalming. Sandalwood (both the wood and the essential oil) is highly valued and has a documented history of many applications. Sandalwood is incredibly beneficial to the skin and can promote a healthy, clear complexion. Added to wet hair it can help restore moisture and give the hair a healthy shine. It is also a great way to enhance your mood. Being from the wood family it provides a grounding and balancing aroma that will help to lessen tension and calm the nerves.

Emotionally Sandalwood essential oil is known as “the oil of sacred devotion”. It can assist to calm the mind, still the heart and connect to a higher consciousness. It asks us to assess where our heart is really at and challenges us to reassess our priorities to give us a greater spiritual clarity. 💫

Whether you're using Sandalwood to enhance your skincare routine, uplift your mood, or deepen your spiritual practice, its grounding and calming properties make it an essential part of any wellness toolkit. I hope this inspires you to explore the many benefits of Sandalwood and to experience the peace and clarity it brings.

Have you tried Sandalwood in your daily routine? I'd love to hear how you use it! 🤔

10/12/2024

🌿 Did You Know? Essential Oils and Your Nervous System 🌿

While many enjoy essential oils for their pleasant aromas, research suggests that some essential oils, like lavender, eucalyptus, and peppermint, may also offer potential calming benefits for the nervous system. These natural compounds are known to help reduce feelings of stress and promote relaxation, making them a helpful addition to a balanced wellness routine.

Here are 3 ways you can use these essential oils to support your nervous system:

1️⃣ Aromatherapy Diffusion: Add a few drops of lavender or eucalyptus essential oil to a diffuser and breathe in the soothing aroma to promote relaxation.

2️⃣ Topical Application: Dilute peppermint oil with a carrier oil (like coconut oil) and gently massage into your temples or neck to ease tension.

3️⃣ Relaxing Bath: Add a few drops of lavender essential oil to a warm bath for a calming and stress-relieving soak.

Learn more from the study here: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6514309/

10/12/2024

I just read an interesting study on how Peppermint essential oil can support cognitive function. The research highlights how Peppermint not only enhances mental clarity during challenging tasks but also reduces cognitive fatigue. This is especially relevant for those of us looking to support our nervous systems naturally. If you're curious about how Peppermint can help boost your focus and mental stamina, I highly recommend checking out the article!
Read more here: https://www.doterra.com/blog/science-research-news-peppermint-essential-oil-and-cognitive-function

09/12/2024

What’s your secret vice? 😂

07/12/2024

"Weekend Serenity" is about creating space for yourself to breathe, relax, and reset. This blend works beautifully to calm your nervous system, helping you unwind and find your center after the chaos of the week. Whether you’re reading, meditating, or simply enjoying a quiet moment, allow this blend to guide you into a peaceful, restorative weekend. As the calming, balancing, and grounding properties of Sandalwood, Bergamot, and Geranium come together, you’ll find yourself naturally transitioning into a state of relaxation and tranquility, ready to embrace whatever the weekend brings.

Why this blend works:

Sandalwood provides a grounding, earthy aroma that works wonders in calming the mind and body. Known for its ability to promote mental clarity, Sandalwood helps you release the mental clutter that often accumulates during a hectic week. Its grounding properties are especially beneficial for easing anxious thoughts and fostering a deeper sense of inner peace, making it an ideal choice when you need to reconnect with yourself.

Bergamot uplifts with its bright, citrusy scent, bringing a ray of sunshine into the blend. Beyond its refreshing aroma, Bergamot is highly regarded for its ability to balance mood and reduce feelings of stress. Its calming yet uplifting properties make it a perfect oil for those moments when you need to let go of tension but still want to maintain a positive, energized outlook as you head into the weekend.

Geranium adds a sweet, floral note that is incredibly supportive of emotional balance. This oil is well-known for its harmonizing effects, helping to stabilize emotions and soothe nervous tension. Geranium’s calming influence helps to gently ease any lingering anxiety, promoting a sense of overall well-being. It’s particularly effective for creating an environment where you can relax and feel emotionally supported, making it a vital component of this blend.

Ingredients:
3 drops of Sandalwood
3 drops of Bergamot
2 drops of Geranium

04/12/2024

5 Ways to Use the Kids Collection

Applying essential oils with kids isn’t always easy – ask me how I know! Over the years, supporting my boys through big emotions has taught me so much. Here are 5 of my favourite, tried-and-true approaches.

1. Aromatherapy Play Dough: Add a few drops of Thinker or Calmer to homemade play dough for a soothing sensory activity that helps kids regulate emotions while engaging their creativity.

2. Relaxing Bath Soaps: Mix Steady or Brave with melted soap base and pour into fun-shaped molds to create calming bath soaps. Perfect for winding down after a tough day.

3. Massage Ritual: Use Stronger or Calmer in a gentle foot or hand massage to provide physical touch and emotional comfort when emotions run high.

4. DIY Comfort Rollers: Combine a few drops of Tamer or Steady with Fractionated Coconut Oil in a roller bottle for kids to carry as their own "emotional rescue tool" on the go.

5. Bedtime Pillow Spritz: Blend Calmer with water in a spray bottle to create a calming pillow spray for a peaceful nighttime routine, helping kids transition to sleep after an emotional day.

Supporting our kids through big emotions doesn’t have to be overwhelming. These simple ideas not only help make essential oils more accessible but also turn them into meaningful moments of connection and comfort. If you’d like more tips or have questions about getting started, feel free to reach out - I’d love to help! 💛

03/12/2024

Easy Air, also known as “Breathe”, is doTERRA’s Respiratory Blend. It’s a blend that has been a lifesaver for our family whenever we’ve been unwell and one I think every family should have.

Easy Air is a blend of Laurel (Bay) Leaf, Peppermint, Eucalyptus, Tea Tree (Melaleuca), Lemon, Cardamom, Ravensara and Ravintsara essential oils. The oils in this blend have been studied for their incredible abilities to open and sooth the tissues of the respiratory system. In addition, many of the oils help combat airborne bacteria and viruses.

Easy Air is popular in supporting us to minimise seasonal threats and, diffused at bedtime, to help calm the senses and promote a restful sleep. 😴

Emotionally, Easy Air is the “Oil of Breath”. It helps to address our inability to let go of pain and grief and invites us to let go and receive - to breathe in and to breathe out.

Whether you're looking to support your respiratory health or seeking emotional release, Easy Air is a versatile blend that can bring relief and comfort. It's been a staple in our home, offering both physical and emotional benefits when we need them most. If you haven't already, give it a try in your diffuser or apply it topically to experience the calming and soothing effects for yourself. Breathe in, breathe out, and let Easy Air do the rest.

Curious about how **Easy Air** can make a difference in your home? I'd love to share a sample with you! Drop a comment or send me a message, and I'll pop a sample in the mail/drop one off for you to experience its benefits firsthand. 💫

02/12/2024

"The people who are crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones who do." - Steve Jobs

30/11/2024

It’s that time of the week - no appointments, no activities, very few demands. 👌 We’re starting our weekend off on the right foot by diffusing our Relax & Reset diffuser blend.

This blend harmoniously combines the calming and soothing effects of Lavender, which eases tension and promotes a deep sense of peace, with the balancing floral notes of Geranium that help to uplift your mood and stabilize emotions. The refreshing citrus scent of Lime adds a burst of clarity and energy, helping to clear mental fatigue and invigorate your senses. Together, these oils create a serene and rejuvenating atmosphere, perfect for unwinding, fully relaxing, and resetting your nervous system after the demands of a busy week.

Enjoy the tranquility! 🌿✨

**Relax & Reset Diffuser Blend**

- 3 drops Lavender
- 2 drops Geranium
- 2 drops Lime

29/11/2024

The smell of Rosemary evokes so many wonderful memories for me. The boys and I used to pick it back in Melbourne on the way home from school to use in a lamb roast. We would rub our fingers on the leaves and enjoy its scent all the way home. Thinking about Rosemary always brings a huge smile to my face.

Steam distilled from the flowering plant, Rosemary essential oil was historically considered sacred amongst many civilizations including the Greek, Roman, Egyptian and Hebrew cultures. Most famously known for its culinary benefits Rosemary also supports healthy digestion, as well as helping to reduce nervous tension and occasional fatigue.

When diffused, Rosemary has that magical ability to help you both energise and settle yourself. Adding Rosemary essential oil to a warm bath can promote a calm and relaxing environment and added to your hair Rosemary is fabulous for creating healthy, shiny hair.

Emotionally, Rosemary is the “Oil of Knowledge and Transition”. It supports individuals in receiving new information and experiences and can aid one in times of transition and change. Rosemary essential oil can also support one in feeling confident and assured during times of great change in understanding and perspective.

We use our Rosemary essential oil regularly at home and I find it incredibly supportive for my neurodivergent boys.

26/11/2024

I've been diving deep into research on the autonomic nervous system and exploring how essential oils can support this system, especially for neurodivergent individuals. **Bergamot essential oil** has repeatedly come up in my findings, and I've already experienced its benefits firsthand. In fact it’s usually one of the first oils I reach for. 👌

Bergamot, a citrus oil, is cold-pressed from the fruit’s rind. It’s the most delicate of the citrus plants, thriving only in specific climates and soils, particularly along Italy’s coast. You might recognize it as the flavor in Earl Grey tea. Historically, Italians used Bergamot for its calming, soothing effects and to rejuvenate the skin. What sets Bergamot apart from other citrus oils is its unique ability to both uplift and calm, making it perfect for managing anxious and sad feelings.

Today, we use Bergamot’s uplifting and refreshing aroma to support ourselves during moments of anxiety, stress, tension, or overwhelm. Whether applied topically or diffused, Bergamot creates a calming, serene atmosphere. Its soothing and cleansing properties also make it ideal for massage therapy or skin purification.

Emotionally, Bergamot is known as the Oil of Self-Acceptance. It helps alleviate feelings of self-judgment, despair, and low self-esteem, encouraging a more optimistic and hopeful outlook. Its cleansing effects help energize and bring about hope where there was once despair.

In our family, Bergamot essential oil has proven highly effective. We use it in various rollerball and diffuser blends to support our nervous systems and uplift our spirits. This week, I’m challenging myself to go beyond my usual blends and explore new ways to create magic with Bergamot.

Would you like to try it? 🤔 DM me and I’ll be happy to share a sample.

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