ANCIENT WISDOM
Wellness with the 12 Scriptural Oils
This post is contributed by One Drop founder – Kai Tan
It is absolutely common to read hundreds of uses for just ONE essential oil. Have you ever raised your eyebrows and wondered suspiciously if someone was trying to “over-sell” the abilities of this liquid with some smell?
City dwellers like myself – raised with plasters, paracetamol and green cough syrups were pretty much educated in the way of A-Pill-for-A-Problem. Until we realized this. The problem keeps coming back. And it seems to be getting fiercer each time. Then a new pill jazzes into the pharmacies – claiming to be tougher, more intense but we don’t fully know what the side effects are. This crazy little cycle then keeps repeating itself.
And then we finally look outside of this unending maze of entrapment and are greeted by a very simple solution: God’s Love.
This Love manifests in the molecules of the very essences of plants He created. The efficacy of His medicine never gets outdated. It has a living wisdom that knows how to eradicate the invading viruses or dis-ease without hurting us or promoting a mutilation in the “enemy”. And the healing is always complete for mind, body and soul. I don’t think we will ever have the Science to match this. And I will be grateful that we don’t try. Ancient wisdom rocks for reasons.🙂
I’ll like to use the next 3 posts to delight in that very wisdom of the 12 Oils from the Ancient Scripture. These are the ones that were faithfully recorded in the bible; that were used as medicine, precious gifts, proclamation of love, anointing oils for prayers and blessings. Thousands of years later, these oils are absolutely still relevant and and have countless of uses to heal physically, emotionally and mentally.
ALOES (Sandalwood)
Historical Uses:
Sandalwood essential oil has been used in India for thousands of years as an enhancement to meditation and prayer. It quiets the mental chatter that can distract us in meditation. It is also used in Ayurvedic medicine for skin revitalization.
Healing Properties:
- Support immune system
- Sandalwood has 90% sesquiterpines.
Uses:
- Inhale for relaxation and enhances deep sleep
- Add 1-2 drops in ART moisturizing cream or V6 for deeper skin support
- Rub 1-2 drops into dry hair to restore moisture
- Fill a large bowl with steaming water and add a drop of Sandalwood to it. Cover your head with a towel and simply breathe. This can be helpful for respiratory and skin support
CASSIA
Historical Uses:Cassia was a key ingredient in Mose’s Holy Anointing Oil. It is also mentioned in one of the oldest known medical records, Ebers Papyrus (dating from 16th century B.C) and ancient Egyptian list of 877 prescriptions and recipes.
Healing Properties:
- Supports immune system
- Supports digestive system
Uses:
- Inhaling Cassia may help curb your sugar cravings
- Apply on stomach or bottoms of feet (dilute with V6 at least 1:4) to help support digestive system
CEDARWOOD
Historical Uses:
Throughout antiquity, Cedarwood has been used in medicines. The Egyptians used it for embalming the dead. It is used as both traditional medicine and incense in Tibet.
Healing Properties:
- Cedarwood contains 98% sesquiterpenes
- Supports lymphatic system
- Respiratory system support
Uses:
- Apply 1-2 drops of Cedarwood into palm. Dab onto temples, forehead, back of neck, bottom of nose or rims of ears to help facilitate deep sleep.
- Terry Friedmann, MD found in clinical tests that this essential oil was able to help calm and relax children.
- Place Cedarwood on your thumb and press to the roof of your mouth to release blocks to learning!
- Apply on chest to help to support respiratory system
- Supports hair growth
- Use once a week as a luscious hair treatment:
- 1/2 cup of Veg Oil (V6, Olive or Jojoba)
- 5 drops of Cedarwood
- 5 drops of Sandalwood
- 5 drops of Spikenard
- 5 drops of Myrrh
CYPRESS
Historical Uses:
The oil of cypress originated from a tree so durable that the doors of St. Peter’s Cathedral in Rome are made from it and show no signs of decay even after 1,200 years.
Healing Properties:
- May improves circulation
- Supports cardio system
Uses:
- Inhale or diffuse to ease the feeling of loss and create a sense of security and grounding
- Apply the oil in the inner arms or thighs (away from the wounded area) may help stop bleeding
- To support cardio system, apply Cypress on the spot 1 inch below ring finger where the nerve ending points of the heart is located
- Use it alone or in the following recipes:
- Morning blend – Dilute blend 60:40 with V6
- 10 drops tangerine
- 10 drops cypress
- Evening blend – Dilute blend 60:40 with V6
- 8 drops Geranium
- 5 drops Cypress
- 5 drops Helicrysum or Grapefruit
- Morning blend – Dilute blend 60:40 with V6
Go to part 2 of this series : Ancient Wisdom – Wellness with Essential Oils (Part 2)
Kai is the founder of OneDrop. She and her team supports oil users via https://www.facebook.com/groups/sgonedrop/. If you like Kai’s articles and would like to purchase the Young Living oils, please feel free to get in touch with Kai here or sign up directly here.
ANCIENT WISDOM
Wellness with the 12 Scriptural Oils
This post is contributed by One Drop founder – Kai Tan
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FRANKINCENSE
Historical Uses:Frankincense is considered the “holy anointing oil” in the Middle East and has been used in religious ceremonies for thousands of years. It is well known during the times of Christ for its anointing and healing powers and was one of the gifts given to Christ at His birth. “Used to treat every conceivable ill known to man”, Frankincense was valued more than Gold in the ancient times.
Healing Properties:
- Useful for visualizing, improving one’s spiritual connection, and centering, it has comforting properties that help with focusing the mind and overcoming stress and despair.
- Frankincense is considered a holy anointing oil in the Middle East, where it has been used in religious ceremonies for thousands of years. More recently, it has been used in European and American hospitals and is the subject of substantial research.
- Frankincense is also a valuable ingredient in skin care products for aging and dry skin. The ancient Egyptians used it in rejuvenation face masks.
Uses:
- Frankincense is high in sesquiterpenes
- Supports sore joint
- Supports hormonal system
- Inhale or diffuse
GALBANUM
Historical Uses:The benefits of Galbanum essential oil were documented in Egyptian times and Ancient Rome. They used it as a natural muscle relaxant; as a cough remedy, and to help with tooth abscess pain relief.
Healing Properties:
- Supports the immune system
- Supports digestive system
- Supports respiratory, circulatory, and other body systems.
- It is a spiritual oil that has been used for mediation and to increase awareness.
- Also supportive of skin.
Uses:
- When combined with Frankincense or Sandalwood, the oil frequency rises dramatically
- Galbanum is a very important scent for managing stress.
- For urinary system support, rub a couple of drops of Galbanum essential oil over lower back.
- Rub at the base of feet and spine to support circulation system.
HYSSOP
Historical Uses:
Hyssopus Officinalis grows mainly in the Mediterranean region and was known as Holy or Sacred herb in ancient times. Hyssop, due to its disinfectant and anti microbial properties, found its place even in the Old Testament as a purifier.
Healing Properties:
- Hyssop oil contains 20-40% monoterpenes and almost 50% ketones. Ketones are known to be calming emotionally.
Uses:
- Add 1-2 drops to V6 or vegetable oil to rub on chest to support respiratory system.
- For hormonal support, use 2-3 drops in 1 ounce of carrier oil and massage on lower abdomen and lower back area. Can also use 8-10 drops in bath water.
- To help relieve anxiety, and for meditation, use 2-3 drops in a diffuser.
MYRRH
Historical Uses:
The resin of Myrrh was used in incenses and perfumes in ancient Egypt while the oil obtained from it was used for healing wounds in ancient Greece.The Arabian people used Myrrh for many skin conditions, such as chapped skin and wrinkles.
Myrrh was listed in Hildegard’s Medicine, a compilation of early German medicines by highly-regarded Benedictine herbalist Hildegard of Bingen (1098-1179).
Healing Properties:
- Powerful immune support.
Uses:
- Supports healthy skin. The Arabian people believed it helped wrinkled, chapped, and cracked skin. Today, myrrh is widely used in oral hygiene products.
- Contains a high content of sesquiterpenes
- Used in the Scar-Be-Gone Blend to help remove scars that have been around for a long time. This blend must be mixed in sequence provided and in the precise quantities:
- 10 drops helichrysum
- 6 drops lavender
- 8 drops lemongrass
- 4 drops patchouli
- 5 drops myrrh
- 1 ounce V-6 Massage oil or virgin coconut oil
- Roll the blending bottle between your palms after adding each oil. Apply the blend topically at least 3-4 times a day.
- Face Blend for aging skin: Combine the following
- 10 drops oil of Myrrh
- 10 drops Roman Chamomile
- 5 drops Rosewood
- 5 drops Lavender
- 2 tablespoons Grape seed oil.
- Before using, wash your skin thoroughly, then massage in a portion of the formula. Apply daily. (to be continued in next post)Go to Part 3: Ancient Wisdom – Wellness with Scriptural Oils (Part 3)
Kai is the founder of OneDrop. She and her team supports oil users via https://www.facebook.com/groups/sgonedrop/. If you like Kai’s articles and would like to purchase the Young Living oils, please feel free to get in touch with Kai here or sign up directly here.
ANCIENT WISDOM
Wellness with the 12 Scriptural Oils
This post is contributed by One Drop founder – Kai Tan
(continues from Part 2)
MYRTLE
Historical Uses:
Myrtle was associated with Aphrodite, the Goddess of Love and Beauty. Further, the brave soldiers, athletes and nobles were honored with its leaves. In ancient Greece, it was priced for its medicinal properties too. Myrtle has been researched by Dr. Daniel Penol for normalizing hormonal imbalances.
Healing Properties:
- Supportive of the respiratory system, skin, and hair, it has been researched for its effects on glandular imbalances and its soothing effects when inhaled. It is also helpful for meditation and lifting the spirit.
Uses:
- For respiratory support, apply Myrtle essential oil to the sides of your nose
- To help support your endocrine system, apply Myrtle essential oil to the thyroid area and to the soles of your feet.
- Myrtle resonates with the heart chakra (interestingly relating to the chest again) and is useful for “letting go” of the past. Inhale and diffuse in meditation and quiet moments of healing.
ONYCHA
Historical Uses:Onycha was traditionally known for its comforting and soothing properties as well as its benefits for the skin. Ancient people used it to improve complexion and to help nourish the skin. Onycha was a prized aromatic mentioned in Exodus 30:34: “And the Lord said unto Moses, Take unto thee sweet spices, stacte, and onycha, and galbanum; these sweet spices with pure frankincense: of each shall there be a like weight.”
Healing Properties:
- Supports the digestive and urinary systems.
- Supports and maintain healthy blood sugar levels
- Support healthy sinuses and respiratory system (especially when inhaled)
- Used to soothe skin irritations
Uses:
- Mix Onycha essential oil with carrier oil, such as olive oil, and rub on chest to help support respiratory system
- Apply a few drops to chapped or cracked skin to help support healing
- Onycha can be combine with Rose and V6 as a highly uplifting blend for massage and self care.
- Rub Onycha over the stomach and abdomen to release blocked emotions
ROSE OF SHARON (Cistus)
Historical Uses:
Rose of Sharon (or Cistus) is also known as the “rock rose” and was noticed by shepherds thousands of years ago. Sheep and goats grazing in the fields would pick up the gum of the shrub in their coats and shepherds noticed that it would heal cuts and scrapes faster when they rubbed their hands in the gum trying to get it out of the coat!
Healing Properties:
- Calming and uplifting, it is helpful for meditating and counseling.
- Traditionally, cistus has been used for respiratory support.
Uses:
- Rub along the spine or apply to the soles of feet
- Apply 4-5 drops of Rose of Sharon oil to the spine or to the sole daily to help support immune
- For respiratory conditions, dilute several drops of Rose of Sharon with carrier oil and apply to the chest area. Cup your hands and inhale after.
SPIKENARD
Historical Uses:Spikenard is highly regarded in India as a medicinal herb. It was one of the precious oils in ancient times, used only by priests, kings, or high initiates. References in the New Testament describe how Mary of Bethany used Spikenard to anoint the feet of Jesus before the Last Supper. In Jesus’s time, a box of Spikenard Oil can cost a year’s wage. According to Dietrich Gumbel, PhD, Spikenard is very good cardio system support.
Healing Properties:
- Supports sleep, hormonal and circulatory system.
Uses:
- Supports skin issues by applying topically.
- Supports digestive system by massaging the oil (diluted in V6) in a clockwise position around the abdomen.
- Tibetan herbalists use Spikenard oil for the purpose of hair growth and colour restoration
- Spikenard is a good oil for use at the time of approaching death. It can give one the courage needed to seek release from this life and move forward to the new. It is also regarded as an oil of forgiveness. It can help us come to terms with the experiences of our life and to feel at peace with those who shared our journey with us. Gently apply on heart or base of feet.
- Spikenard can also be inhaled or applied for emotionally doing a clean sweep and beginning again. It is not about repair of attitudes or relationships.
Lastly, here is a wonderful piece written in the Young Living Blog with regards to using the 12 Oils of the Ancient Scripture for healing from sexual abuse. While this may not have relevance to many, the information of how each oil can be applied for emotional clearing may offer valuable use in your pursuit for emotional wellness.
May you find great healing and joy as you discover and unveil for yourself the depth and richness of each of these oils.
Kai is the founder of OneDrop. She and her team supports oil users via https://www.facebook.com/groups/sgonedrop/. If you like Kai’s articles and would like to purchase the Young Living oils, please feel free to get in touch with Kai here or sign up directly here.
BRAIN GYM & ESSENTIAL OILS
The Synergy between Movement, Frequency and Smell
This post is contributed by One Drop member – Angela Lim Jie Yi
I started my oiling journey with Young Living in November 2013, researching and experimenting with essential oils mainly for my children. It was when I became a Brain Gym® Instructor in 2016 that I started exploring the possibilities of combining both modalities together.
So how does Brain Gym® and essential oils work together?
First, let me introduce to you what Brain Gym® is about. Brain Gym® was founded by Dr. Paul E. Dennison, Ph.D, in the 1980s. He was born with processing disorder and dyslexia and didn’t start to speak until he was 7 years old. At that time, he was deemed to be a “failure in life” because of his disabilities. Being a tough man, he wanted to show the world that he could make it in life despite his disabilities. He subsequently became a reading expert and opened many reading schools in USA. It was then that he met his wife, Gail, who is an artist and movement master. Together, they studied and researched on how movements have an effect on the brain. After 20 years of research, they came up with 26 basic movements which we refer them as the Learning Menu. These 26 movements are in line with our developmental milestones and address the different parts of the brain function. Brain Gym® has, over the years, evolved to include many other courses and many more movements! Carla Hannaford, Ph. D, also published a book, Smart Moves – Why Learning Is Not All In Your Head, documenting her research on how movement affects the brain.
So how do essential oils come into play?
In order to stimulate the brain, you can either inhale the oil or apply the oils. So when we inhale a fragrance of an essential oil, the odour molecules goes through the olfactory bulb, then transmits pulses to the gustatory centre (where the sensation of taste is), amygdala (where emotional memories are stored) and other parts of the limbic system of the brain. Because the limbic system is directly connected to those parts of the brain that control heart rate, blood pressure, breathing, memory, stress levels and hormone balance, essential oils can have profound physiological and psychological effects. The sense of smell is the only one of the five senses directly linked to the limbic lobe of the brain, the emotional control centre. Also, when you set a positive intention on what would you like to achieve when using the oil, the oil’s frequency interacts with your intention, and that increases your body’s frequency as well. So when we use the oils together the Brain Gym® movements, it creates a synergy between them.
Now, I would like to invite you to do some Brain Gym® with me and experience it for yourself!
In Brain Gym®, we have a 4 step process called P.A.C.E., which stands for Positive, Active, Clear and Energy. Now, close your eyes and feel your body and mind. How do you feel? What do you notice about your thoughts, feelings and your body?
Now we will go through the P.A.C.E. process.
The first step, “E”, stands for “Energy”. Sip some water and hold it in your mouth for a few seconds, then swallow it. Our brain is made up of more than 80% water so we need water to bring more information to the brain. By holding the water in your mouth before swallowing, it sends signals to the brain that water is coming. Do you remember a time when you feel thirsty? How do you feel? Were you able to think clearly? Though in Educational Kinesiology (the study of Brain Gym®), we encourage people to drink plain water, I understand that there are times when we don’t like the taste of plain water and even find it awful. In order to add a little flavour to the water, add a drop of Lemon Vitality into your water. How does it taste now? Once when you have gotten used to drinking water, switch to plain water instead.
The second step, “C”, stands for “Clear”. By massaging the Brain Buttons, which is slightly below the collarbone and feels sore when massaged, we clear the toxins that are in our body. To enhance this, apply the En-R-Gee blend on the kidneys and soles. Also, the Brain Buttons accesses the brain for stimulation of the carotid artery for increased blood flow to the brain, so I love to use oils like Clarity, Brainpower or Common Sense to wake up the brain. Use one drop of either one of the oils and apply on your brain stem (which is the indentation at the based of your skull), forehead and temples.
The third step, “A”, stands for “Active”. By doing cross crawl, where we bring one elbow to the opposite knee, we are crossing our body’s midline and access the brain for crossing the visual, auditory, kinaesthetic and tactile midline. With the remaining blends of Clarity, Brainpower or Common Sense in my palm, I love to inhale them deeply and then do my cross-crawl!
The final step, “P”, stands for “Positive”. By doing the hook ups, where we cross our legs and arms and fold in our arms, it accesses the brain for emotional centering and grounding and increased attention. Before doing the hook ups, I love to inhale oils like Sacred Mountain, Peace & Calming or Grounding. At this point, think of what you would like to achieve at the end of the day.
Now that the P.A.C.E. process is over, close your eyes and notice how you feel, think and how your body feels this time. Is there a difference as compared to before doing P.A.C.E.?
Brain Gym® can be done at anytime of the day and it is especially beneficial when it is done before the start of an assignment or activity.
Cheers to a positive life!
If you like my articles and would like to purchase the Young Living oils, please drop me a message at angela.lim@thebalancingact.sg. I would love to support you in using the oils for yourself and your loved ones.
ESSENTIAL OILS FOR INTIMACY
Which Essential Oils to Enhance Sexual Intimacy?
This post is contributed by One Drop member – Connie Chua
Sex is a beautiful gift that God has given to a couple under a marriage covenant and I believe it is not only sacred, it can be the most intimate and exhilarating moment that a couple can ever experience! However, having grown up in a conservative Asian culture where sex is hardly ever brought up for discussion, I sincerely feel that we should not feel embarrassed to talk about the sexual issues we face. How I wish that more people had been more open about it so my hubby and I would not have fumbled through most part of our married life!
Nevertheless, it is never too late! Ever since I started using Young Living Essential Oils, I’ve been trying different oils for different purposes. Yes, I started to use them to first help support immunity level of my 4 children. Then when my hubby became more used to the different scents and got into being used as a “guinea pig” whenever I need to practise the massage techniques that I have learnt, I began to explore more oils and supplements that support our overall well-being as well.
With an improved health and vitality after adding essential oils and supplements from Young Living into our daily regime, I can’t help but notice that our activities between the sheets get more and more pleasurable and exciting, too! Haha, talk about discovering such great side effects of using essential oils! I became more intrigued and went to research more. So, what are the essential oils that I have been using? What about the supplements that I have mentioned earlier? Let me show you which oils I am using for myself first followed by the oils I apply on him before I touch on the supplements (pun not intended).
Firstly, Progessence Phyto Plus, or PPP for short, is highly recommended! It not only has made regular monthly visits by Aunt Flo a painless issue, my PMS seems to have subdued significantly. Even the usual tenderness on my breasts a few days before the period somehow became unnoticeable that I only realized its absence after sometime! Hence, hubby gets fewer rejections than before. (Hint: what a great gift for your wife! :D)
PPP is a serum made using a special blend of frankincense, peppermint and bergamot essential oils and progesterone from wild yam plus vitamin E. Simply apply one to two drops onto the inner arms and ankles twice a day. You can read more here.
Secondly, diffusing Joy sets me in the right mood for love and cuddles! It’s a blend of Geranium, Ylang Ylang, Jasmine and Rose essential oils! How not to feel feminine and attractive? In Indonesia, petals of Ylang Ylang flowers are scattered on the bed of newly weds. This blend helps to increase libido and balance out the crazy hormones making me feel more calm and in control.
Thirdly, I like to put on either Transformation or Believe blend onto my diffuser necklace and declare over myself that I am attractive; I am blessed so I can bless others; I am beautiful because I am fearfully and wonderfully made by my Papa God; I have gifts that made me unique; etc. These declarations are powerful and the scent added simply evoke powerful stimulus into my limbic system! I believe this act of applying the oils and verbal declarations has been helping me to act upon the beliefs that I have over myself. With such confidence being built upon myself, I find myself to be in a position to give love rather than waiting to be loved. It also helps me to discard any sexual inhibition that I had previously. So BOOMZ! Our lovemaking has been so transformed!
One last oil that I highly recommend is Shutran! Oh my, the scent of this powerful blend drives my adrenaline really high and gets me all excited for the pleasures thinking about that big O! It’s certainly worth investing as a drop behind my earlobes and his is sufficient to get into the grooves!
Next are the oils for my hubby. He, being an active jogger, has complaints of muscles aches and pains. Long usage in front of a computer also has caused him much stiffness on his neck and shoulders. Well, most probably due to bad posture. So, I applied essential oils like Idaho Blue Spruce and Cypress with v6 oil or Ortho Sports oil and massaged onto his aching muscles. Little did I know that these two added extra boost to his testosterone level and better blood circulation to you-know-where!
Another oil that I have been religiously applying on his outer ankles is Mister after I read that it is good for his prostate health. This is certainly a must as I believe that prevention is better than cure! This blend was originally formulated to support healthy prostate function and balance male energy. Apparently, this has increased his libido gas tank and helped his soldier to stay firm longer!
What about the supplements? Yes, supplements are also critical as wanting to achieve orgasm requires an extra bit of physical energy besides being healthy. Hence, drinking Ningxia Red and taking Sulfurzyme regularly is a must for me. Hubby took a while to jump in the bandwagon, but has found himself with more energy even after midnight! He used to be totally drained off by 9pm. What a drastic change!
We have been married close to 22 years and I can honestly say that our sex life has never been as satisfying as it is now. It is not so much an age issue but rather an overall health and wellness issue plus a greater level of trust and intimacy built over the years. Let me end off by sharing some oily potions that have added some “omph” in achieving that big O.
*Inner Thigh Potion for Her
20 drops of Joy
15 drops of Lime
10 drops of Cypress
25 drops of carrier oil
*Inner Thigh Potion for Him
20 drops of Idaho Blue Spruce
10 drops of Cypress
5 drops of Rosemay
5 drops of Nutmeg
25 drops of carrier oil
Put each potion into an empty 15ml roller bottle and massage over each other’s thighs and all the way up to the leg crease. Have a sensational rolling good time
*The potions are taken from the book, Lucy Libido.
