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NEWS OF THE WORLD LEADER IN ESSENTIAL OILS
Volume 2 Issue 9
Founder’s Message
20th Anniversary: "A Hallmark Week" in France for Young Living Twenty-three years ago, Gary Young brought lavandula angustafolia seed from Provence, France, to plant in his quarter acre of ground behind the Young Living headquarters in Spokane, Washington. Gary felt a lot of excitement about the possibilities of growing French lavender in America, with a most fortuitous idea that this was just the beginning of something great to come in the future. Gary leased his first farm in France and then a few years later became the first American to purchase and own a lavender farm in the Provence region in the fa-
Gary and Mary Young in Simiane-la-Rotonde, France, during the 20th anniversary celebration.
mous village of Simiane-la-Rotonde. This past July, after years of learning to grow, harvest, and distill true lavender, Gary returned to southern France with 150 Young Living distributors from all corners of the world to celebrate the 20th anniversary of a most magnificent achievement. It was a monumental experience for distributors to see how one man’s vision has come full circle in perhaps the saving of French lavender for the world. About ten years ago, the farmers began to see a decline in their oil production. The plants weren’t as hardy and didn’t grow prolifically. It’s hard to say exactly what happened, but with years of chemically treated soil, exhausted soil nutrients, seven years of drought, and being struck by a virus, the lavender began dying out to now a loss of about 90 percent of the production in France. It seemed that pure lavender oil from France was to be lost to the world. However, the seed that Gary brought back had germinated into mighty little
lavender plants, and when Gary bought his farm in St. Maries, Idaho, those plants were transplanted to the farm and grew into huge, flowering bushes that produced exquisite oil. Gary’s first vertical, stainless steel distiller was built, more seed was planted, more oil produced, and more expertise acquired. Gary sent his beautiful, hardy seed to one of the lavender growers in Simiane-la-Rotonde, who in turn gave it to one of the greenhouse owners to see how well it would germinate. To everyone’s great delight, strong, healthy plants came up and were transplanted to the Young Living Farm. Distributors were thrilled to see our beautiful St. Maries plants growing in France, and what a contrast it was to see the few sickly plants that were still alive from previous years. Everyone was curious about the co-op distillery, of which we are part owner, and enthusiastically watched as Jean-Marie, our farm production manager, came in with a load of lavender in the harvester to dump into the extraction chamber. For many, it was the first time to see lavender distilled and to see those beautiful oil droplets come up into the separator. It was a great learning experience for all of us. We were honored to have the mayor of Simiane-la-Rotonde come to greet our Young Living guests, and we all enjoyed the picture taking. While most of the event was centered on the 20th anniversary and Continued, see FRANCE on page 2 THE
This has been a summer of opportunity! This year’s theme of transformation has perfectly described the enabling power found at every Young Living event that has inspired you to become better. This opportunity for transformation has literally been a worldwide effort: our International Grand Convention in Salt Lake City, our 20th anniversary celebration in France, and the Silver Retreat and 20th anniversary celebration in northern Idaho. This summer has been remarkable. Now, as all of us begin looking forward to the autumn season, a season filled with new sights and smells, I challenge each of you to continue on your path toward a changed, transformed, and better you. We are all dreamers. Each one of us dreams for something. I call it a dream for abundance. The quicker you are able to realize what your transformed you looks like, the faster you will achieve your dream of abundance. Don’t wait; make the decision to start acting today to realize your dream. It is yours for the taking! As I met with our wonderful Silver distributors in the lodge at the St. Maries farm during this year’s Silver Retreat, I talked with them about developing a deep purpose in life. Much of developing a deep purpose stems from the ability to evaluate yourself and dream, to visualize where or what you want to be. When you visualize something, you begin to believe it; when you believe it, your dream can become reality. There is a major disease that is destroying the possibility for successfully realizing our dreams, and it infiltrates all of us at times. It is called “excusitis.” Remove this disease from your life and start achieving today. The realization of abundance is worth the price.
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“You have met some beautiful people today, and now they’re your friends, too.”–Gary Young Gary’s beginning in France, distributors were able to tour the world-renowned Fragonard perfumery in Grasse and the fascinating lavender museum in Apt, with its old portable lavender distiller. It was most enlightening to see to what extent the farmers went through to produce the most famous oil in the world. The historical ride on the “breath-holding” hairpin road along Napoleon’s Route was thrilling, and as we journeyed from the Young Living farm back to Marseille, distributors were able to see several farms that grow for Young Living. Gary even
stopped the buses so that distributors could gather their own lavender to take home. Everyone had fun wild crafting and making their own discoveries. “Seeing the emotion that Gary has and the grounding that he feels in this place created a very special time for us,” said Max Hopkins. Max and his wife Karen, Platinum distributors from Oklahoma, added the celebration of their 40th wedding anniversary to this great week. “To actually see where it all started and to contrast this with the growth in the United States made our celebration a
A grateful Gary Young receiving framed photos of him and his mentor, Marcel, during the wonderful ceremony in Simiane-la-Rotonde, France. Also pictured are Marta, Marcel’s wife, and Jean Noel.
Mary Young with Marcel’s wife, Marta, in Simiane-laRotonde, France.
once-in-a-life-time experience.” All of the emotion that ties Gary to the farm in southern France came to a pinnacle while we enjoyed lunch in a quaint restaurant situated in the village of Simianela-Rotonde on the hillside that overlooks the Young Living farm. It was here where a “family reunion” took place with many of the dear friends who took Gary under their wings as he forged ahead with his dream. Gary was surrounded by Jean Noël Landal, Gary’s long-time partner from the very beginning, and Benoit Cassan, one of Provence’s most prominent lavender producer and the son of the mayor of Simiane-la-Rotonde. Benoit’s family has produced pure lavender for Young Living for many years. Marta Espieu also came to join our celebration and shared many wonderful memories of those early years. Marta was always making sure Gary had food to eat, and when she found out that Gary was sleeping in a sleeping bag at the distillery, she had him come and stay in their home. Sadly, Marta’s husband and Gary’s great
friend and mentor Marcel Espieu passed away a few years ago. Marcel, a 6th generation lavender grower and distiller, was the president of the Lavender Growers Association in France for more than 20 years. Gary spent a lot of time with Marcel learning not only the technique but also the art of distillation. Gary was a devoted student and Marcel was the devoted teacher. Marcel often chuckled at Gary’s vision and grandiose ideas, but when he and Marta came to the Young Living Convention in 2002, tears ran off Marcel’s face as he stood in front of the distillery in Mona, Utah, and cried that the student had become the teacher. Gary was presented with a framed picture of Marcel in his distillery in 1992, which brought tears to both Marta and Gary. It was a beautiful moment as Gary looked up and said, “You have met some beautiful people today, and now they’re your friends, too.” “This was just so exciting; a dream come true,” said Spanish distributor Lina Maria Lamos. “It was totally spectacular.” But above everything else, it was a week of greater appreciation for Gary’s dedication to his vision and the determination to bring it to fruition. “Being here in France is more proof that Gary is a visionary and that God is using him to teach about the plants that He put on this earth for the good of mankind,” said Karen Hopkins. “Young Living is truly the world leader in essential oils, and we need to carry that torch throughout the world.”
2012 Silver Retreat: Celebrating Adventure, Learning, and Life in Northern Idaho
The 2012 Silver Retreat leaders met in August from all over the world to celebrate in Coeur d’Alene, St. Maries, and the St. Joe River, Idaho.
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WHAT COULD BE better than celebrating during an opening reception at the stunning Coeur d’Alene Resort, spending a day filled with fun and learning at the St. Maries farm, and river rafting down the spectacular St. Joe River? Well, doing all of those things with Gary and Mary Young, of course. In conjunction with the 20th anniversary of the St. Maries farm, 49 Silver leaders took advantage of three beautiful days in northern Idaho to build relationships and make memories during the 2012 Silver Retreat held August 2–4. In focusing on this year’s theme, transformational “goodies” were there for the taking almost constantly. “There have been so many great moments; it’s just such a huge blessing to be here,” said Texas distributor Kendra Murrell. “Being here just gives me so much excitement to go home and tell my group Essential Edge News
that if they don’t come to St. Maries, they’re crazy! It’s valuable and awesome.” Events like the Silver Retreat give leaders the unique opportunity to learn from and interact with Gary in a dynamic, personal setting. Through sharing his stories and teaching business skills, Gary is able to teach at these events unlike anywhere else, including the annual conventions. At this year’s Silver Retreat, distributors were encouraged to not only aspire to become Crown Diamonds but to also begin now to act, think, and do business like Crown Diamonds. “The best thing about this year’s Silver Retreat was learning how to see ourselves in the future,” said Louisiana Silver Danielle Jackson. “Gary really stressed seeing ourselves as Crown Diamonds and doing things Crown Diamonds would do. That is really exciting!” To learn about overcoming obstacles and
aggressively pursuing goals in a classroom is one thing; to experience it on a mountain river is entirely different. The St. Joe River was the opportunity of a lifetime for many to take personal adventure to a new level and gain experiential knowledge of the lessons Gary taught the Rollin’ on the river: Laura Karowsky, Kathy Nutter, and Joanne Kan having a night before. Follow- great time on the St. Joe River. ing Gary’s lead, Silver leaders made their way down the river, stopping at times to remove massive fallen trees from the riverbed—symbolic of removing obstacles St. Maries, Idaho and reaching our journey’s end—to reach An enormous planting effort was the end reward: a cliff-diving rendezvous recently completed at the St. Maries into a cool, exhilarating river pool. farm. Gary Young, along with farm “Being with everyone here on the river, employees and distributors from we have learned about leadership and around the world, worked together teamwork,” said Malaysian distributor during the last six weeks to plant Fee Boey. “To get down the river, we really nearly half a million new melissa and needed to have teamwork and to collabolavender starts. Gary and the other rate and cheer each other on. This experiworkers replanted a total of 312,000 ence alone was absolutely worth it for me melissa plants covering 31 acres and to come from Malaysia—an honor and a 108,000 lavender plants covering 10 privilege.” acres. Throughout the event there was a feelThis planting was a significant ing of camaraderie, that at Young Living event for many distributors as they we are all in it together. worked side by side with Gary and “I have loved it here; it’s great,” said learned about Young Living’s history; Jarrett D’Arco, a young Silver from New its industry-leading planting, harvestJersey. “Gary wishes the best for us, he is ing, and distilling techniques; and the on our side, and he wants us to succeed. importance of being environmentally It is really important to me to know that responsible. Young Living is here for us.”
Farm Update
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Ho Chee Hong (SGP) Joanne Kan (HKG) Patricia Gwee (SGP) Shu Li Law & Chua Hong Leong (SGP) Tan Kai Hiang (SGP) SILVER Katherine Susana Kan (HKG) Lee Hock Seng (SGP) Lee Hock Soon (SGP) Lee Wai Ching (SGP) Pang Kim Choo (SGP) Shamala Tan (SGP)
Cheng Cheng Law (SGP) Chua Hong Ling (SGP) Claudia Hofmaier (SGP) Fee Boey (MY) Jacq Ong Chiu Hoon (SGP) Jayesh Parekh (SGP)
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Young Living News Around the World SINGAPORE
Young Living Singapore recently joined the Health & You Trade Show at the Suntec International Convention Center in an effort to reach out to more people and create Young Living brand awareness. The leaders who managed the booth did a great job of sharing our products, which was evident by the number of new members who signed up at the event. Meetings were also held in Malaysia and Hong Kong in August and were very well attended. Speakers Frances Fuller, YL Diamond; Fee Boey, YL Silver; Hong Chua, YL Gold; Joanne Kan, YL Gold; and Cierra Yet, Training Supervisor, taught classes such as Essential Oils 101 and First Aid Oils. Additionally, following the launch of
the Training & Development Program for members, Singapore has increased its training offerings to an average of 10 per month by holding morning meetings in addition to the regular evening meetings.
JAPAN
Young Living Japan is transforming and growing! During this summer, Japan has had many new rank advancements. Congratulations to the newest Golds: Yoko Suzuki, Yukiko Yoshida, and Yuka Uyama; and to the newest Silvers: Toshiko Ohmoto, Emi Kojima, Bunkichi Kimura, Yuko Kashiwagi, Masako Minami, and Yoko Amemiya! As further proof of the tremendous growth, Japan also has 23 new Executive distributors.
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MEXICO
Along with Young Living Mexico’s steady growth, we have seen an increase in product launches in the region. The latest product release, Progessence Phyto Plus™, is already becoming one of the top sellers among our distributors, and we have received overwhelmingly positive feedback on this lifechanging product. We cannot wait to see how the next wave of product launches will inject an increase in activity in Mexico!
AUSTRALIA
Young Living Australia is pleased to announce the arrival of two new products, Slique™ Tea and Progessence Phyto Plus, which were launched at the transformational International Grand Convention in June 2012.
September will be a very busy month for Young Living Europe! In addition to the many webinars on a variety of topics, some super events are planned throughout the month. On September 15, the Austrian Regional Meeting will be held in Vienna, Austria; and one week later on September 22, the long-awaited German Founders Meeting will take place in Nurnberg, Germany. Finally, on September 29, the Swedish Regional Meeting is scheduled in Helsingborg, Sweden.
More from Convention Young Living Researchers Leading the Way in Frankincense Research presented his recent findings during the 2012 International Grand Convention. Stating that Boswellia sacra, or sacred frankincense, has been ingested by the Arabian peoples for centuries and is now considered safe by the Food and Drug Administration, Dr. Suhail said that components of boswellia work synergistically in a unique system. He explained that trying to isolate a single component in boswellia or trying to synthesize it leads to effective failure. “Why go only through the door with synthetic medicines when our natural medicines like frankincense go through walls?” he asked. According to Dr. Suhail, of the more than 250,000 known plant species, less than 1 percent has been tested for medical applications; yet out of this 1 percent comes 25 percent of prescription medications. However, all phytochemicals—naturally occurring plant
chemicals—subject to synthetic mutation lost most if not all of their potency. Part of Dr. Suhail’s studies includes examining the diverse grades and forms of many different boswellia species, as well as how seasonal, geographical, and harvest methods affect boswellia properties. Such an intense determination to provide each distributor and essential oil user with the most effective, results-based products is what separates Young Living from the competition. “Our plan, mine and Young Living’s plan, is to optimize extraction methods of Boswellia sacra using physical—not chemical—methods. The extracts will then be tested in vitro (lab testing) and in vivo (human testing), with the overarching goal of moving toward a registered, multicentral clinic in the U.S. and throughout the world.”
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THE FOCUS YOUNG Living is devoting to frankincense research is astounding, and one of the leaders of this research is Mahmoud Suhail, MD, a pediatrician and research scientist from Oman. Working closely with Gary Young, HK Lin, and other researchers, Dr. Suhail is discovering valuable component traits of Boswellia sacra, Boswellia frereana, and Boswellia carterii. Much to the delight of the thrilled crowd, Dr. Suhail
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Experts: Prepare for Pandemics by Building with Young Living The panel is the Integrated Health Professionals Council (IHPC), which consists of PhDs, MDs, and others with extensive medical backgrounds. It includes Peter Minke, PhD; Carolyn DeMarco, MD; Dan Purser, MD; Edward Close, PhD; and aromatherapy instructor Tracy Griffiths, RPP, PWE, CMT. “Another pandemic will happen—it is just a matter of when,” said Dr. Ed Close. “Surround yourself with positivity and optimism and use Thieves® any way you can; it kills all bad bacteria.” Noting that with Young Living essential oils, we have a great defense against illness, Tracy Griffiths said that a daily focus on building your immune system is critical. “The best defense is your offense. If you feel run down, watch your diet and take Inner Defense™ and Life 5™.”
“After 60 years of people using antibiotics, they are just not working anymore.”– Dr. Peter Minke PANDEMIC. WE HAVE all thought about it. With every “breaking news” alert of a swine flu outbreak, the horrifying speculation creeps straight from our dark subconscious and turns into a real terror of what might happen if we were to be so unfortunate to contract an infectious disease. That is the reality—at least if you are living without Young Living essential oils. “Don’t freak out about exposure; just make sure you’re healthy when the exposure happens,” explained Dr. Peter Minke during a panel discussion on pandemics at the 2012 International Grand Convention.
Life 5, according to Dr. Dan Purser, is especially important to healthy living and pandemic preparation as a high-potency probiotic. “Many times infections start in your gut, so your gut needs to be healthy.” Life 5 contains 8 billion active cultures for that specific purpose. Pointing to our overdependence on antibiotics, Dr. Minke said, “After 60 years of people using antibiotics, they are just not working anymore. The question is, ‘Do we have an alternative?’ Yes! The answer is Young Living essential oils. Be sure you always have them with you.” In addition to Thieves, the panel listed lavender, lemon, Peace & Calming®, Stress Away™, Trauma Life™, Citrus Fresh™, and Purification® essential oils and blends as must-haves for a healthy immune system and for pandemic preparation.
Josiah Meador: the Pre-Teen Who Can’t Stop Sharing Young Living
Mary, Gary, Josiah Meador, and Cindy Meador at the 2012 International Grand Convention.
IN A LOT of ways, Josiah Meador is like most 12-year-old boys. He craves science-fiction TV shows, has fun writing and singing parodies, recklessly rides his kick scooter, and battles for world takeover in his favorite video game. If by chance Josiah were approaching you on the sidewalk one day, you would see a big-grinning, happy-golucky, brown-haired adolescent. Then, he would do something so uncharacteristic that you would immediately realize Josiah is unlike any kid you have ever met:
he would say, “Hi, I’m Josiah; can I put this oil on you?” No joke; just ask the two ladies he talked with at the coffee shop in Salt Lake City during the 2012 International Grand Convention. “I have no problem walking up to people and asking if I can put an oil on them,” says Josiah. “I’m just an enthusiastic person, especially when I like something a lot. This just comes naturally.” The soon-to-be seventh grader from Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, was introduced to Young Living five years ago by his grandma, Silver distributor Cindy Meador, who, along with her husband, owns Christian Health Care. From day one it has been all oils all the time with Josiah. “I’m a proud grandma,” confesses Cindy. “Josiah calls me two or three times a week asking me what oils to use for vari-
ous things. Then he always calls me later just thanking me for telling him which oils to use.” Most recently Josiah called to inquire about the best five oils to take with him to church camp. Within days he had several friends hooked on Young Living essential oils. Don’t let his young age fool you—Josiah is serious about learning about the oils and products until he can begin to build his own Young Living business in four years. Of his most favorite oils, Josiah lists PanAway®, wintergreen, lavender, spearmint, and ginger. When asked if he likes KidScents® toothpaste, he deadpans, “I don’t use any of the kids’ stuff because I’m 12, so I just don’t really want to get into the kids’ stuff.” He means it, too, becoming excited when he described receiving the Essential 7™ kit for his birthday and a bottle of wintergreen for Christmas.
“I’m so excited that in four years I get to be a distributor,” proclaims Josiah. “What’s really cool is my grandma and grandpa are doing it, and I know they wouldn’t swindle me! Even though I can’t officially start a business until I’m 16, I’m going to start building now. I could literally become the youngest Star in history.” If the convention was any indication of future success, Josiah is well on his way to Crown Diamond. He certainly made an impression on Mary Young, who said, “Josiah was so cute running around offering to do Vita Flex to earn a little money so he could buy product. Now that is dedication.” “I look at these people who are Crown Diamonds, and I’m like, ‘Why did it take them so long?’ and then I realize they didn’t start until they were older,” explained Josiah. “I’ll be Crown Diamond by the time I’m 30.”
The Emotional Connection to Brain Damage: How Young Living Helps Generate Change “It’s because of essential oils that remarkable changes are possible
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By Karen Boren DAN AND CORINNE Allen live seven miles from Nezperce, Idaho. Their 200acre property has another function beyond its fields of wheat: it is a place of rejuvenation. In addition to the Allen’s two-story home are a clinic and a guest house for those seeking new skills to help with brain damage. Dr. Corinne Allen has a master’s degree in counseling and a PhD in nutrition. She delved into neurodevelopment to help her brain-injured daughter, who was born not breathing. “I always wanted to know what we could do better, deeper, and faster,” she explained. As her daughter’s health improved, Dr. Allen wanted to share what she had learned. Four to five times yearly, Dr. Allen holds her 12-day Brain Camps, where individuals with issues can experience profound transformation. She uses multiple modalities in helping people recover their health, but Young Living essential oils are foundational to her program. Dr. Allen uses 15 quantum modalities such as sound, light, laser, and color therapy, along with balance and coordination exercises. Meals are all-natural and gluten free. But the key that seems to unlock progress is an emotional reEssential Edge News
in such a short time.”–Dr. Corinne Allen
lease using Young Living’s new Idaho blue spruce oil, sacred frankincense, and clove. After learning about blue spruce at the recent Young Living International Grand Convention, Dr. Allen immediately felt that this new oil was going to be pivotal. “Hunches are my hounds of heaven,” she said. “What started out as a five-year program to restore balance is what we achieve now in two days with emotional release,” she marveled. Dr. Allen explained that emotional traumas and stress “can lock up in us and keep us sick. Now we have a way to unlock it in about an hour. It’s so powerful. You can be transformed in an hour,” she said. The Brain Camp is also deeply spiritual. “The Idaho blue spruce oil is a key for our connecting to God,” she said. Young Living Platinum Dan Keskey suffered from a head injury and severe electromagnetic frequency poisoning, saying he felt there was a vise gripping his head. He came to the 12-day program for help, but his input was crucial in improving the emotional release protocol. He pointed out an emotional trigger point between the right foot’s big toe and the one next to it that, combined with
the three oils, ramped up the protocol’s power. “I call frankincense our ‘divine nature activator,’” he quipped. Jason Stutey is developmentally delayed and came to the Brain Camp with emotional issues. He struggled to speak, which caused him great frustration. While all the clinic techniques were helpful, his emotional release was Jason Stutey and Dr. Corinne Allen during a 12-day camp for so profound that the facili- patients suffering from brain injuries. ing essential oils and prayer as she faced tators wept. Young Living Silvers Brian and Cindy Culpepper were returning home to her first apartment. Dr. Allen recommends Stress Away™ to masterful in choosing essential oils and positive affirmations needed for Jason’s ground her facilitators. Copaiba, spikeemotional release and restoration. His nard, and palo santo are other favorite gentle demeanor and personality were oils. “Most people who have traumatic greatly enhanced as he again was able to stress from abusive upbringings suffer from constant adrenal fatigue. The loop fluidly communicate with others. Kelly Still, 28, lost some of her hearing in the brain won’t shut off because of and experienced developmental delays stuck emotions. We use cinnamon and due to a vaccine reaction. She came to lemon myrtle, and they make a huge the Brain Camp desiring the skills that difference,” she said. “It’s because of eswould enable her to live on her own sential oils that remarkable changes are when she returned to North Carolina. possible in such a short time.” Facilitator Kari Browning was able to help Kelly work through anxieties by us-
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Singapore September 2012 Issue
Young Living Singapore’s First Trade Show Appearance: Health & You 2012! Message from the General Manager One
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In any moment of decision the best thing you can do is the right thing, the next best thing you can do is the wrong thing, and the worst thing you can do is nothing.
Last August 4 and 5, Young Living Singapore participated in the Health & You 2012 Exhibit at the Suntec International Convention Centre. This event was well-promoted and attracted a lot of audience as it was organized by Singapore Press Holdings’ The Strait Times, Mind Your Body and Lianhe Zaobao LOHAS. This participation is aligned with the company’s goals of spreading wellness, purpose and abundance by creating brand awareness and tapping new customers. Thanks to the help of the following leaders and their respective team members: Frances Fuller, Shuli Law, Richard Ho, Kai Tan, Sheena Ling, Jacq Ong, Gennet Song, Joycelyn Chua, Jenny & Emily Ho, Lynda Chen, Deanna Koh, Steven & Margaret Lee, Lynn Cham, the event was a huge success. In just 2 days, YL generated a total of 97 leads and 36 new sign-ups, 22 of whom were on Essential Rewards! Watch out for announcements on the next trade show YL will join so you could join in on the fun. Is there a trade show or event that you would like to join to help you grow your Young Living business? Great news – we can support you! Visit your Virtual Office and download the Trade Show & Event Support Guidelines and Forms.
The statement was made by Theodore Roosevelt, the 26th president of the United States, and defined the remarkable energy and determination with which he lived his life. Within this quote is built the principle he lived by, that doing something, anything, is better than doing nothing at all. Doing nothing dooms us immediately to settling for whatever life throws at us, and remains one of the primary reasons for negativity in our lives. We in Young Living have more reason to be positive than anybody else in the world right now. We have the best products on earth, backed by a strong and growing company, and supported by an owner who has a deep passion for essential oils and natural health.
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Frances Fuller, Diamond sharing Young Living with the event attendees.
In our current worldwide economic conditions, doing nothing is no longer an option for many. Action must be taken now to improve personal and family finances where possible. While not all actions we take or decisions we make will be the right ones, it is better to make a mistake and learn from it, than to do nothing and fail to improve our lives and the lives of those we love. If we decide today to take action and provide a better life for ourselves and those around us, success awaits us all.
I hope in each of our business quests we take the advice of Theodore Roosevelt to heart, and act. What we have to share with others is a gift, and I encourage each of you to act upon that gift and share it with others around you. By sharing good health and wellness with others, you can, in turn, build a business that can support you and your family for years to come.
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Steven, YL distributor sharing his favorite oils with attendees
YL staff at the event
Overflowing Energy from Hong Kong and Malaysia
I look forward to seeing our leaders in Bali later this month for our annual Leadership Seminar. This will be a fantastic event to learn and share leadership principles. I encourage everyone to make plans to achieve the rank of Silver or above and attend our Leadership Seminar next year. Best of success and well-being to you all! Will Halterman General Manager Young Living South East Asia Hong Kong attendees listening attentively to the speakers
The South East Asia Regional Team led by Will Halterman (General Manager), Karen Cornejo (Sales & Marketing Manager) and Cierra Yet (Training Supervisor), held meetings last August 23 & 24 in Eastern & Oriental Hotel in Penang, Malaysia and in Park Lane Hotel, Hong Kong. The meetings were supported by leaders Frances Fuller – Diamond, Joanne Kan – Gold, Hong Chua – Gold, Fee Boey – Silver, who all shared about the life-changing power of essential oils. Both meetings were well-attended and one could feel how ready these markets are for more growth! Meetings in different locations within the region will be held on a quarterly basis. THE
Let me be clear, though, Young Living has never been a company of hype and hard selling. Our product and our people are our most important and valuable assets, and will always be our areas of greatest focus. However, Young Living also represents an opportunity to supplement a family income through the sales of the highest quality essential oils on earth. During these times of economic prudence, Young Living can not only help people maintain good health and happiness through our amazing products, but can help maintain the health of family finances through the opportunity provided.
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Singapore September 2012 Issue
Aromatheraphy for Animals The use of aromatherapy as a form of medicine is becoming more socially acceptable. The unique ability of essential oils to affect body, mind and spirit simultaneously and adapt to individual symptoms and needs makes aromatherapy a truly holistic therapy – working with the forces of nature and facilitating a true healing process. While the greater community is beginning to take notice of the term aromatherapy, not everyone understands the true capabilities that essential oils can have on the body. Mass marketing has the public believing that anything scented is aromatherapy, as what you see in supermarkets – soaps, body washes, air fresheners and even candles enhanced with synthetic essential oils to fragrance the room. Pet care companies have also jumped on the bandwagon, flaunting pet shampoos and colognes with added essential oils – majority of which are synthetic and harsh on your pets’ skin. Have you ever wondered what aromatherapy might be able to do for your pets? As with people, aromatherapy works with animals on multiple levels – physically, emotionally, conditionally, evolutionary and spiritually. When used responsibly, essential oils can alleviate a range of general conditions affecting animals. As Kristen Leigh Bell points out in her book, Holistic Aromatherapy for Animals, “there is a fine line between caring for your pet holistically with aromatherapy and knowing when it is time to consult a vet for intervention.” Which Oil Should I Use? You know how the oils smell and how your body reacts to them so when it comes to choosing which oil is best for your needs, the decision is usually straightforward. It isn’t always as simple when it comes to animals. Dogs have far more acute sense of smell than people, up to 100 times stronger than ours! So keep in mind that a little goes a long way. Plus, they can’t tell you what they
love or hate. Animals show As Kristen explains, “Animals show varying reactions when presented with essential oils. The greatest level of interest is when they lick the bottle or your hand when a drop of the oil is applied. In other instances, they may sniff intently, but not lick; sniff and turn their head away; sniff and walk away; or not directly sniff, but know instinctively to move away. These reactions are the basis for whether or not an animal needs an oil.” Important Precautions Animals have very distinct genetic makeups to that of humans. Therefore, their bodies will react differently to essential oils than ours would. For safety, keep the following precautions in mind before using essential oils on your pet. • Cats are hypersensitive to essential oils and are most adversely affected by monoterpene hydrocarbons, pinene and limonene, found in citrus and pine oils. Steer well clear of thyme, cinnamon and tea tree oils as these can be toxic to cats. Ensure any use is handled with extreme caution. • Never apply an essential oil neat (undiluted) to a cat – just a single drop of certain oils can cause poisoning. • Always dilute before using on your dog. As a general rule, use 10 drops of essential oil for every 15 drops of carrier oil. If you are ever in doubt, use less! • Never use in or close to the eyes, on or close to the nose, or in anal/genital areas. • Discourage ingestion but don’t be concerned if your dog licks some of the oil from its coat or paws. If your pet is exhibiting minor health conditions, the following oils may be used sparingly. Remember the golden rule: less is more. If your pet has a more serious problem, consult your vet sooner rather than later.
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Lavender. Perfect for minor burns or cuts and also helps to repel fleas. Purification. This blend is useful for external parasites such as fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes. PanAway. With osteoarthritis common to older pets, PanAway is valuable for relieving discomfort and relaxing the muscles, ligaments and tendons. This oil blend can be used alone or in addition to other essential oils that aid in general discomfort. Using a moist towel over the area increases the effectiveness of the oils. Peace & Calming. If stress, fear, anxiety or other similar conditions are present, Peace & Calming can relax the animal enough to administer other treatments. This blend can also be used on cats that are resistant to other forms of treatment for urinary problems or excessive grooming resulting from stress. Thieves. Perfect for attending to minor skin issues (if Thieves cannot be tolerated, try Melrose). Thieves is also utilized to address dental concerns. References: International Aromatherapy & Aromatic Medicine Association Inc 2010. KL Bell, Holistic Aromatherapy for Animals: A Comprehensive Guide to the Use of Essential Oils & Hydrosols with Animals, Findhorn Press, Forres, 2002.