Common Question: What is Lymphatic Drainage Massage?

Lymphatic drainage massage is a specialized technique that focuses on getting the lymphatic system of the body flowing. Without the use of oil, the therapists uses a very light short strokes following the lymphatic system, and thus assisting the body to rid itself of excess fluids (edema) as well as some of the body's waste products. It is excellent as part of a detoxifying and/or anti-aging routine. This removal of toxins can also have the effect of reducing pain in people w reduced activity due to chronic pain.

Lymphatic massage is also particularly good for people who have persistent swelling from fluid retention, such as during pregnancy, or post surgery once the surgical site has healed enough so that there will be no bleeding. Lymphatic drainage after this point can actually reduce bruising.

Lymphatic drainage massage should not be done if the person has a fever or acute inflammation, thrombosis, major cardiac problems, or malignancies.

After getting this type of massage, it is important that you try to rest and not move around too much for as long as possible, up to a few hours.

Essential oil blend: Peace and Calming

Peace and Calming contains Tangerine (Citrus nobilis), orange (Citrus aurantium), ylang ylang (Cananga odorata), patchouli (Pogostemon cablin) and blue tansy (Tanacetum annuum).

It is a gentle, fragrant blend that is specially designed blend that promotes relaxation, and a deep sense of peace. It helps to calm tensions and uplift spirits. I use it regularly during massage work, as it is one of the more popular aromas with clients wanting to relax.

Rub a drop or two on the soles of feet and shoulders, for peaceful sleep.
It can also be placed on temples, stomach or wrists for calming, soothing the mind and alleviating stress and anxiety.
Diffuse to help calm over active children and pets.
Place a drop or two on the soles of feet or in a bath to calm fussy babies.
Put a few drops in a bath to relax both mind and body.
Mix w/ massage oil for a relaxing massage.
Put a few drops into a spray bottle with water, and lightly mist linens and bed pillow to aid with deep peaceful sleep.


Ann
Young Living distributor # 889249
Order Peace and Calming therapeutic oil blend here.
(a distributor number is needed to place an order... having one of your own allows you to purchase at distributor cost with is lower than the listed prices... information on getting one for yourself is available here.)

Common Question: What is Hot Stone Massage?

Hot Stone massage is basically what it sounds like, it is massage w/ heated stones as tools.

Before you arrive, your therapist will heat special basalt stones, often in a covered roasting pan or crock pot. The stones vary in size and are naturally smooth as they are often polished by rivers. Basalt holds the heat better than most stones, and the smooth flat shapes are often palm size, and thus make amazing natural massage tools. An added benefit of basalt stones is their ability to draw negative energy out of the body.

During the massage, the therapist will use traditional swedish massage strokes to spread oil and prepare the area. Then your therapist will use the warmed stones to massage and "iron" the muscles. As your body draws the heat out of the stones, the therapists will exchange them with warmer ones. It is very important that you speak up if the stones feel to hot for your comfort.

This is an excellent type of massage for people who tend to feel cold, or who have difficulty maintaining their body heat.

People with uncontrolled high blood pressure should not get this type of massage, as the extra heat would be contraindicated for them.

Hot Stone massage is not an energizing form of massage. It is a warm and cozy massage. I don't recommend planning major activity after getting one, for it is likely that you may much prefer to float home to cuddle up with a good book or movie.

How to get a Young Living distributor number.

My first Young Living essential oil was a blend by the name of White Angelica.
From the first moment I put this oil on, I knew that I would buy it for myself, and then want to replace it once it was gone. But, it is a pricey oil blend with a retail price of $72.04, a preferred customer price of $63.39, and a distributor price of $54.75.

I have to admit that I have a prejudice against multi-level marketing. To date, my experience had been with companies which required a hefty purchase in order to qualify as a "distributor", which is usually what is required to get the product at the cheapest price possible.
I discovered that Young Living is different.

With Young Living, you can secure the distributor price for yourself for a mere $40.00 USD investment with the Start Living (enrollment) Kit
This kit was specifically designed to support your needs as a new Young Living Independent Distributor, the Start Living Kit contains materials designed to familiarize you with our products, services, sales aids, and training materials.

Considering that the savings on just one bottle of White Angelica at the distributor price would offer me a savings of $17.29, I realized that simply in purchasing a few of these oils for my own use, I would save more than the $40.00 investment quite quickly.

I have to admit, I didn't care about all of the paperwork or training materials. I wanted the discount, but had no intention of trying to share the oils with others until I had proven them to myself. Yet I do have to admit that I did enjoy getting the samples of several products.

Also available are several expanded kits which focus on one of the Young Living product lines:
Start Living with 5-day Nutritive Cleanse Kit  $300.00
Start Living with Everyday Oils  $150.00
Start Living with NingXia Red  $185.00
Start Living with Thieves  $150.00


Ann
Young Living distributor # 889249
Order your Start Living Kit and your distributor number here.
(a distributor number is needed to place an order... having one of your own allows you to purchase at distributor cost with is lower than the listed prices... information on getting one for yourself will be available *here* soon)

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Essential oil blend: White Angelica

White Angelica is the first oil that brought me to Young Living oils. The very first time I put it on, I felt tingles everywhere. I knew it was going to be helpful for me due to my tendency to be overly empathic.

White Angelica™ is a calming and soothing blend that encourages feelings of protection and security. It combines oils used during ancient times to enhance the body's aura, which brings about a sense of strength and endurance. Many people use it as protection against negative energy. White Angelica works great applied to shoulders.

Bergamot (Citru sbergamia) , geranium (Pelargonium graveolens), myrrh (Commiphora myrrha), sandalwood (Santalum album), rosewood (Aniba rosaeodora), ylang ylang (Cananga odorata), spruce (Picea mariana), hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis), melissa (Melissa officinalis) and rose (Rosa damascena) in a base of almond oil.

The best way I can describe it is that it is an amazingly protective oil for those of us who are empathic, and tend to be like sponges in our awareness of the energy of those around us.

Ann
Young Living distributor # 889249
Order White Angelica therapeutic oil blend here.
(a distributor number is needed to place an order... having one of your own allows you to purchase at distributor cost with is lower than the listed prices... information on getting one for yourself is available here.)

Common question: I've never gotten a massage, what can I expect?

When you first arrive at the spa or the therapist's office, you will be asked to fill out a client information form. The purpose of this form is to help the massage therapist rule out any techniques which may be contraindicated for you, or conversely know which techniques may be of particular benefit for you.

You will be asked to get undressed and onto a massage table between sheets. The therapist will leave the room while you do this. There will often be a heating pad and/or a blanket to assure that you stay warm enough. After a few minutes, the therapists will come back to the room to start your massage.

Your therapist will work one body part at a time, only exposing the part that they are massaging. The rest of your body will stay securely covered. Common areas to have worked are the head, shoulders, arms, hands, feet, legs, back and gluts. Some therapists may also work the abdominal area depending on the available time.

It is important that you remember to keep your therapist informed. For example, do not feel shy about letting your therapist know if you would like the pressure adjusted. How much pressure someone likes is a very subjective thing, so it should not hurt your therapists feelings.

Essential oil blend: Valor

Valor is an oil blend that works on both the physical and emotional levels.
 It has been found to help the body self-correct its balance and alignment making it an excellent addition to a massage. It also works on grounding the emotional spirit body increasing feeling of strength, courage and self-esteem in the face of adversity. As it is not a flowery smelling oil, it is an oil that both genders are very comfortable with.

Valor contains:
Spruce (Picea mariana), rosewood (Aniba rosaeodora), blue tansy (Tanacetum annuum) and frankincense (Boswellia carteri) in a base of almond oil.

Young Living's suggestions:
* Massage 1–2 drops of Valor essential oil blend on your temples or neck to ward off negative energy and increase inner strength when it’s time to have a serious talk with your boss, friend, or teenager.
* Add Valor essential oil blend to your back following a massage for an uplifting experience.
* Rub Valor essential oil blend on wrists to ease anxiety and yield confidence.
*  Rub on the bottom of the feet to help align and balance the body systems.


Through my work as a massage therapist, I find that both Valor and the blend Release are effective in loosening the fascia and assisting me to get to deeper layers within the muscles.

Ann
Young Living distributor # 889249
Order Valor essential oil blend here.
(a distributor number is needed to place an order... having one of your own allows you to purchase at distributor cost with is lower than the listed prices... information on getting one for yourself is available here.)