AromaThrive with Lisa

Ready for summer vacation? You'll want to hear these pandemic travel safety tips to help keep you and your family safe. Since the July 4th weekend, COVID-19 cases in Santa Barbara and Southern California have dramatically increased. It's prompted health officials to urge everyone - regardless of vaccination status - to mask up. Keep your immune system strong - it can keep everyone safe. Need recommendations for all natural supplements, green cleaning or personal care products to support your overall well being? Let's talk. Email me at Lisa@Lisa.fm

Autumn Equinox, a time to check in with yourself to review the past three months, release what you no longer want and set your attention on what you wish to create. In this episode, I offer guidelines for socializing safely during the pandemic, self-care reminders and how to see the 'silver lining' in pandemic life, when things have slowed down and gotten quieter for most of us.  As always, I'm recommending an essential oil aroma to support you during these times: Release is a blend of ylang ylang, sandalwood, citrus and more, to help you release - let go - of worn out feelings, thoughts and ways of being. Visit AromaThrive.com to order Release and transform your personal, nutritional and cleaning routine with quality, plant-based products. 

I don't know about you, but putting on a face covering to go out made me not want to breathe, or go out as much. Until now - tune-in to this episode to learn a simple solution that makes mask-wearing more interesting, and breathe-able.  You'll also get ideas for being in the moment, Boosting your wellness by getting closer to nature (and natural products), and imagining your perfect life while staying safer at home.  

With all that's happening in the world, did you even notice that Spring has come?  It will be followed by a new moon on March 24, which inspires new ideas - it's a good time to plant seeds (goals, ideas) during a new moon that you wish to see come to harvest in 28 days, or even fall.  In this episode I encourage you to B R E A T H E, it can help you relieve stress. I'll walk you thru two breathing exercises, including breath of fire. And, will also offer ideas for grounding and centering - and re-imagining your life, as you may be staying home a lot more often, as so many of us are, during these interesting times. The essential oils & related items I recommend is this podcast  Raven, a respiratory-supporting blend of ravintsara, eucalyptus, wintergreen, lemon and peppermint, and Thieves - both of these oils come in the great-value 'Premium Starter Kit' of 12 oils + diffuser. And - since we're washing hands more than ever - some luxurious foaming hand soaps - in two aromas, lavender and Thieves.  You can order these and other all-natural, therapeutic-grade essential oils + infused products at AromaThrive.com

2020 is here - for many, it's a time to set new year resolutions, intentions or affirmations to support your goals. In this episode, Elizabeth Gould of Right Brain University offers tips for setting powerful affirmations.  Discover how to activate the Law of Attraction to work for you - and how to clear inner trauma (or that stubborn inner child) who may be holding you back from accomplishing your most cherished goals. Aromas are a powerful tool for setting affirmations - the essential oils recommended in this episode include the blend Valor and Frankincense. Both of these oils are included in a Premium Starter Kit of 12 exquisite oils plus your choice of ultrasonic diffuser. order yours at AromaThrive.com  Cover image by Ken Pfeiffer Photography

Science is proving that we inherit more than physical traits like hair and eye color from our biological families. The study of epigenetics has found that trauma and stress responses are also inherited.  In this episode, Elizabeth Gould, author of Your Best Health by Friday, explains how these unconscious  reactions are passed from generation to generation. And why, when you are aware of this, you can improve your health and well-being.  The suggested essential oil for this episode is lemon, or a citrus oil. Inhale a drop or two of lemon or other citrus essential oils to bring a feeling of sunshine into your heart. Citrus can provide an energy-brain boost and their aromas equate to happiness for many people. Citrus oils are great to add to natural cleaning solutions - they will help keep your living space smelling fresh and clean.   Lemon and Citrus Fresh are two of the dozen essential oils & blends you'll receive (along with your choice of ultrasonic diffuser) when you order a Premium Starter Kit at AromaThrive.com

The holidays are sneaking up, and extreme emotions sneak up on us, too, this time of year. In this episode, I speak with my friend, author Deborah Richards, who offers insights for shining thru the holidays even if they bring up memories that can feel overwhelming. In her book, Shift & Shine, Deb details how she survived the death of her husband who committed suicide, and how her belief that they will be together again in the afterlife warms her heart. She also speaks of struggles with two of her children who went thru addiction and recovery. She is blessed this holiday that both daughters are living sober. Deb shares a five minute morning ritual that enables her to Shift & Shine throughout her day. You can find her book on Amazon. In this podcast we recommend the essential oil of Frankincense to enhance your listening experience. It's an earthy aroma that can inspire feelings of higher consciousness, and reflection. Order your Frankincense and other essential oils at AromaThrive.com  

Here we are heading into the holiday season already! In this episode let's look at the health benefits of being grateful, aromas that can help you get more in the holiday spirit - and, why the average life expectancy of Americans continues to decline. The suggested essential oils blend for this episode is HOPE, a sweet blend of Melissa, Myrrh and more, to uplift spirits and inspire feelings of hopefulness. Wishing you a happy and healthy Thanksgiving holiday weekend.     

Being part of a tribe - people you relate to, and who get you - can be good for your health.  Festivals strive to cultivate a cool vibe that brings together like-minded people for a good time, and there's an art to that. FestForums, a conference that brings together people who create festivals- and those who provide services that support festivals and live events - is coming to Santa Barbara November 21-23.  It's a very cool hang! In this episode I speak with Laurie Kirby, co-founder of FestForums, about trends in conferences, what it takes to put on a successful live event - and what will be happening at FestForums this year. Special guests at FestForums this year include Penelope Spheeris, Jon Anderson (YES), Skip Parker,  Ray Parker, Jr. and many more. And, this is an event where everyone feels like a VIP, being treated to a variety of events and activities from wine tastings - and live performances, to panels, awards and presentations. I will be there to offer Aroma Experiences, so I hope to see you there.  For more information and to register (use the promo code "FRIENDOFLAURIE" for a deal), go to FestForums.com

This is the time of year that the ancestors come to visit - some believe they come in the form of Monarch Butterflies migrating through the area. In this episode, I share ideas for connecting with your inner guidance, and possibly lost loved ones.  Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, along with Halloween and All Saint's Day all fall within a few days of each other. Tradition says it's the time of year the veils are thinnest between earthly life and the 'other side.' The suggested essential oils for this podcast are Abundance -a spicy blend of Frankincense, Myrrh, clove and cinnamon - or just Frankincense alone. I will also let you know how to get a bottle of Abundance essential oil FREE in November, along with other essential oils blends known to help raise your vibrational frequency.  Here's to high vibes - peace, and knowing - as we head into the final days of the year - and decade. Visit AromaThrive.com for more information on this high-vibe line of essential oils and other lifestyle products free from harsh toxins and chemicals. 

Are you stressed out? Me, too! In this episode I'll offer sage advice on taking care of YOU when life gets bumpy. The information shared here was created by my partner, Dr. Ken Pfeiffer of PainRelievers.org.  I'm sharing it with you today, in part, because I was feeling stressed out about not having as much time as I would like to check in with you in these podcast episodes - and I am going to use this helpful, rejuvenating, information as much as I hope you will - so we can relax, rest and recharge as we head into the the final months of the decade. The recommended essential oil for listening to this podcast is the blend Deep Relief, which has been my friend lately as I work thru some body aches. You can find a lot of stress-reducing aromas in a Premium Starter Kit of 12 oils + diffuser for an incredible value. Check it out at AromaThrive.com. 

How many thoughts roll through your head each day that are the same thoughts as you had yesterday? If you are like me, a LOT! Here's a simple process for weeding your mind garden - downloading the thoughts in your head onto paper so you don't have to keep thinking about them. In this episode, life coach Jenifer Paredes shares this simple ritual. And, I recommend some 'high vibe' essential oils - including White Angelica with rose and Frankincense - to enhance this powerful ritual. You can order your 'high-vibe' oils - in a generous premium start kit (big savings!) at AromaThrive.com . Questions about getting started with essential oils and plant based wellness products? Message me and we can book a time to talk.    (photo by Ken Pfeiffer Photography)

So you're moving thru your day - normal routine - and then, BAM! Something comes out of the blue and you wipe out.  That's what happened to me the other day when I was rear-ended on Los Angeles traffic. It could have been much worse - so, I can't complain too much.  In this episode, I'm joined by Elizabeth Gould, author of Your Best Health by Friday, to talk about the link between emotional pain and physical pain. She offers insights into feeling your best, and shares what get her on the road to natural wellness. The suggested essential oil for this episode is Valor, a blend of Frankincense, Spruce and other pure essential oils. This aromatic blend inspires feelings of confidence and courage, and helps keep me focused on seeing what I want to achieve, rather than being pushed around on the whitecaps of life.  Valor is one of the 12essential oils & blends you'll receive (along with a diffuser) when you get a Premium Starter Kit at AromaThrive.com

Beautiful tributes are on display in the Santa Barbara Harbor for the 34 souls who lost their lives in a dive boat disaster off the coast of the nearby Channel Islands. Walking among the flowers, photos and other mementos, it was hard to not feel a sense of loss - for the victims' families & loved ones, as well as everyone whose lives will be forever changed by this event. Working through grief can be a roller-coaster of emotions. In this episode, I'm joined by my partner, Dr. Ken Pfeiffer, PhD, a psychologist and expert on the link between emotional and physical pain. He provides ideas for how to get to a place of acceptance without sabotaging the healing process.  The recommended essential oil for this podcast is Frankincense. Its warm, balsamic aroma is a key ingredient in essential oils blends which support emotional well being, including Valor. Both of these oils are included in the Premium Starter Kit of essential oils, along with a diffuser, it's a great way to start using therapeutic quality oils into your healthy lifestyle. Order your kit at AromaThrive.com You can also see photos of the memorials and tributes to the victims of the Conception dive boat disaster by clicking this link.   

Are you struggling with achieving an important goal or desire?  Perhaps a life coach could help you overcome the obstacles you're experiencing.   In this episode, I'm joined by Santa Barbara-based life coach Jenifer Paredes of JoyofNow.com. Find out what a life coach does - and how this kind of coaching is different from other coaching and therapy programs.   The recommended essential oil for this episode is Peppermint - it's an oil that's always in my purse, for an energy boost  I put a drop in my palm, rub hands together and inhale. The strong minty aroma helps me to feel more alert. You can also lick a dab off the back of your hand (1 drop or less) to freshen breath. I'll also rub a few drops on my belly for relief when feeling bloated.   Peppermint is one of the 12 oils that come in the Premium Starter Kit - along with your choice of cold-air diffuser, starting at $165 (a $400+ value). Order yours - and find out more about quality plant-based personal care and home products that can keep you and your family feeling good at AromaThrive.com. 

So many people - maybe you - are turning to CBDs for relief from everything from pain to getting a good night's rest. In this episode, I explain the difference between different CBD variations (full spectrum, broad spectrum and CBD isolate). You'll also learn how CBD and essential oils are similar in providing beneficial naturally-occurring chemical compounds, which can put your body in a state to heal itself.  I represent a top-quality line of essential oils and CBDs, including tinctures internal use, roll-on for calming and muscle rub for pain relief. Discover more at AromaThrive.com - and, message me to book a time for us to talk about how these products can support you in feeling and being your best.  

"Raising your Vibe" means being at your best - improving. Everything in the world is vibrating at a frequency - and, there are simple things you can do to raise your vibe. I love the term vibrations - and it always reminds me of a story I heard, Brian Wilson (of the Beach Boys) recalled a time when he was young, walking with his mom and he asked her why neighborhood dogs barked at some people and not others. His mom told him something like it's because everyone gives off vibrations - and some of those vibes will make dogs bark. And, that's what inspired Wilson to write the hit tune Good Vibrations.  So - in today's episode, I suggest ideas for making the vibrations you're giving off - high vibrations (or, as the song goes "Good Vibrations").  The suggested essential oil to enhance your listening experience is SAGE - as Sage is known for purifying air and cleansing. You can receive a F R E E bottle of Sage Vitality essential oil this summer - when you order a Premium Starter Kit of 12 essential oils + diffuder from me - at AromaThrive.com   

It's a Santa Barbara tradition that's almost 100 years old. Old Spanish Days Fiesta celebrates some of the city's early settlers, with food, dancing, parades and pageantry.  Santa Barbara native Paula Lopez has been involved with Fiesta since childhood. Her grandfather, Juan Cota, danced in the first Fiesta Pequena at Old Mission Santa Barbara. In this episode, Paula shares tips for making the most of your time at Fiesta. Paula and her husband, retired judge Frank Ochoa, will host Noches de Ronda Friday night at the Sunken Gardens of the Old Santa Barbara Courthouse. Paula also offers insight into the Historical Parade, and Children's Parade. The recommended essential oils for this podcast (and Fiesta) are the blend Stress Away, with an extra drop of lime (margarita making!).  Viva la Fiesta!

Two high-vibe events are coming to Santa Barbara: Wellness with Essential Oils, hosted by me - on Monday (July 29th). The following weekend - Saturday August 3rd - it's The Nest Fest, a cooperative conscious gathering. In this episode, I'm joined by The N.E.S.T Fest organizers Alisa Deen and John Beyond Reason - to find out what inspired them to create this safe space for high-vibe souls. Find out more about The NEST Fest by clicking this link. And - find out more about Wellness with Essential Oils - and how to get started with this line of premium essential oils and wellness products that could rock your world - at AromaThrive.com

Move above the wellness line with these new products, unveiled today at the Young Living 25th Anniversary Convention. In this episode, I unpack the new product releases, including two new nutritional supplements (Olive Essential, an antioxidant capsule and IlluminEyes eye health supplement); there are two new scents of essential oils - Chivalry and Davana + the popular Peace & Calming blend is now in a roll on. And, the cutest kids diffuser, ever! It diffuses + plays soothing sounds.  Young Living also has CBD oils - and, if you are interested in ordering any of these products, go to AromaThrive.com/order-oils - and, when signing up, please be sure to use my referral #1734225 (enroller/sponsor) so we can be on the same team :-) I am happy to walk you thru the process - and answer all of your questions about how to use these powerful products to support good health. Are you in the Santa Barbara area? You're invited to attend an upcoming class as my guest. Message me at Aromathrive.com for details!

Imagine being more supportive of all of the wonderful aspects of YOU! Sometimes we are harder on ourselves than we are on anyone else.  In this episode, author & energy healer Dani Antman, talks about being okay with the side of ourselves that we don't want others to see (the shadow). She will also walk you through a guided imagery experience. The essential oil recommended for this episode include Acceptance - one of my favorite blends, it helps me to feel relaxed and supported in my life, regardless of what is going on.  To order your Premium Starter Kit + Acceptance oil, go to AromaThrive.com Find out more about Dani Antman & her book by clicking here: Dani Antman, author of Wired for God: Adventures of a Jewish Yogi." 

Happy Solstice - in Santa Barbara, we are welcoming Summer this weekend with a colorful & creative people-powered parade (no motors, no corporate branding) that draws tens of thousands to State Street to see the spectacle, followed by a celebration in the park. Wherever you are this weekend, consider taking time to mark this major turning point of the year - equal parts of light and dark. In this episode, I share ideas for a Solstice ritual - as well as findings from a new study that reveals people who spend two hours a week in nature (anywhere, doing anything), reported better well-being and satisfaction with their life (read more in The Guardian). Plus - how do you use your Premium Starter Kit of essential oils once your order them at AromaThrive.com? I offer some tips for working these pure nature's essences into daily life. Finally - are you in Santa Barbara Solstice Weekend, you're invited to an essential oils infused meditation/goal setting ritual at the beach. Message me for details, and listen for more at the end of this episode. For more information and to order your Premium Starter kit of Essential oils, go to AromaThrive.com 

If a summer (or longer) romance sounds enticing to you - tune-in to this advice from Lisa Amador of Amador Matchmaking. In this episode she urges listeners to get clear on their goals - What are your deal breakers? What you HAVE to have (or cannot have) in a mate?  - then get out into the world to start meeting others.  The suggested essential oils to inspire you as you listen to this podcast (and then take action) - are the blends of Clarity and Valor. The Valor comes in a premium starter kit (12 essential oils & blends + diffuser) you can order at AromaThrive.com   (photo by Rachel Sarah Thurston Photography)  

One of my best friends always said 'gratitude is the grease' that helps you attain your desires. So, why is giving thanks so powerful?  My guest Jacque Book, a mindset coach who speaks on gratitude and mindfulness explains the power of gratitude - and how important it is to speak about what you DO want, and not about what you don't.  Jacque shares a simple gratitude ritual she practices daily before she opens her eyes in the morning. She explains how you can do it, and why it's important to work this ritual into your daily routine. The essential oils aromas recommended to enhance this podcast listening experience are Idaho Blue Spruce and (Jacque's favorite), peppermint. You can order your essential oils at AromaThrive.com - where, you can receive 12 versatile pure essential oils & blends + a diffuser and other goodies all for a bargain price.  Find out more about Jacque and her work at JacqueBook.com

My friends who have migraines tell me they can be so severe they are throwing up, or bed ridden. How do migraines differ from other kinds of headaches? And, what are the latest treatments and alternative remedies being used to treat the discomfort?  In this episode, I speak with Dr. Adam Harcourt of Imagine X Functional Neurology in Santa Barbara, to find out about the latest research and treatments for migraines.  Peppermint is the essential oil recommended to enhance your listening experience for this episode. It's an extremely versatile oil - can be relaxing or uplifting, and it definitely can freshen up a room - or your mood. If you would like to get the essential oils Premium Starter Kit and ultrasonic diffuser mentioned at the end of this podcast, click here, or go to AromaThrive.com    (photo by Lisa Osborn/AromaThrive)

Are you feeling it? Exhausted, unmotivated, cynical, and just not into the daily grind? It could be burnout. This week, the World Health Organization (WHO) identified burnout as an occupational hazard. Now what?  We're clearly living in stressful times, so working at least a little time for self care and joy into daily life can help to keep you healthy. In this episode, I talk about burnout - and how you can support yourself, even if you only have a few minutes each day.  The recommended essential oil in this episode is JOY, a blend of floral (rose, jasmine, ylang ylang, geranium) and citrus (tangerine, bergamot, tangerine). We can all use a little more JOY in our lives, right? Also - a new moon is coming on Monday, so wrap up your tasks and goals for the month, and prepare to launch new plans after the new moon arrives on Monday.  Congrats to Young Living! Who celebrated the grand opening of their new global headquarters in Lehi Utah this week. Young Living is the leader in the modern essential oils movement - they are celebrating their 25th anniversary this year. They are doing something right, for sure, creating the finest essential oils and essential oils-infused vitamin supplements, beauty, personal care and cleaning products, in the world. Want to try some? Visit my site www.aromathrive.com to find out more, and order your premium starter kit (psk) and a bottle of Joy! 

Discover how to use sound - and silence - to lead you into relaxation. I speak with producer Richard "Wolfie" Wolf about how meditating has supported him in his career as an Emmy-Award-Winning music composer for TV and Film.    Wolf is the author of "In Tune: Music as the Bridge to Mindfulness." He also teaches mindfulness to students at USC's Thornton School of Music and in this podcast he will share with you simple exercises for meditating and will lead a mindfulness exercise at the end of the conversation.   Wolf suggests that listening to calming music - and continuing to listen to silence (ambient sound) once the music ends - can help draw you into a meditative state.   We breathed in the aromas of tangerine and peppermint essential oils at the beginning of this podcast - and reflected on how essential oils can also be a gateway into mindfulness and meditation.  Experiment for yourself - order a Premium Starter Kit of 12 essential oils & cold-air diffuser at AromaThrive.com.   For more information about Richard Wolf, go to RichardWolf.net    

"Wonder" is the theme of this year's Santa Barbara Summer Solstice Celebration, June 21-23, 2019. The annual event attracts thousands of locals and out-of-towners welcoming the warm-weather season with a childlike sense of creativity and awe.  It's a great place to get in touch with your inner child. Pali X Mano, a local artist who lends his creative talents to Solstice each year, shares what inspires him to create colorful costumes and headdresses, along with the grand finale float - a  giant, brightly-colored inflatable with aerialists inside swinging from silks or trapezes.  Pali also shares how the Solstice parade got started (in 1974), along with ideas for how you can turn on your playful side by participating in the parade - or as a spectator.  "Inner Child" is the essential oil blend recommended in this podcast episode. Get yours - along with a premium starter kit of 12 essential oils and a cold air diffuser at AromaThrive.com  

Whether you're a seasoned dating pro  - or single and looking to meet someone new, take in these tips from Lisa Amador of Amador Matchmaking. Lisa is Santa Barbara's matchmaker - and she's also a dating coach. In this podcast she'll offer advice on photos for your dating profile, what to include - and what to definitely leave out - when writing your profile description, and what's up with the latest dating apps. For the low-tech, or singles who prefer to meet their next match in person. And - because dating can be stressful... the AromaThrive essential oil recommended in this podcast is STRESS AWAY. Enjoy!   (Photo by Rachel Sarah Thurston Photography)

Energy healing - what is it, and is it something anyone can learn to do? I posed this question to my guest, Dani Antman, author of Wired for God: Adventures of a Jewish Yogi." Dani is a Santa Barbara based energy healer. She's internationally known and has trained for years in her craft. She shares information on her work and how everything in the universe has a vibration or energy.    The podcast opens with news out of UC Berkeley, where researchers found that anxiety levels among college students are at epidemic levels.  I work on a UC campus, and I can often feel the nervous energy when I'm around groups of people. Sometimes, when I feel anxious at the end of a busy day, I'll use Epsom salt with essential oils in a bath, to help me calm down.   The recommended essential oils in this episode include Dorado Azul ( for lung and respiratory support) and the blend White Angelica - in honor of Dani, who loves sandalwood oil. To get started with your very own set of Premium Essential Oils, click here. Enjoy!

Earth Day is being celebrated at festivals and events around the world. Did you know that Earth Day began in Santa Barbara, CA? It's true. Following a massive oil spill in the Santa Barbara Channel in 1969, concerned community members rallied to help clean up the coastline, and set guidelines to protect the environment. The activism led to the creation of Earth Day. In honor of Earth Day, I'll share with you some ideas for being gentle on Mother Earth all year around. Recycling rules are changing in Santa Barbara and in other cities across the USA. Papers and plastics that used to be recyclable are now classified as trash.  From reducing, reusing and recycling, to choosing more wholesome (non-toxic) cleaning and personal products, to considering natural alternatives to medicines and garden care, this podcast will give you a lot to think about. The recommended essential oil for this podcast is Rosemary. You can receive a bottle of Rosemary essential oil, as my gift to you, when you become a member by ordering a premium starter kit at AromaThrive.com.  (Click here to order!)

Keep stress at bay by simplifying your life.  In this episode, I encourage you to cut out unnecessary things from daily life - whether it's too many activities/meetings or household & personal care products that could be harmful to your health and well being. You might shop organic - but, do you ever think about the ingredients in the personal care and cleaning products in your home? Choosing products with ingredients you can pronounce can keep your body from being bogged down with potentially harmful ingredients, such as synthetic fragrances and stuff that can mess with hormones. And, how about getting out in nature? It's Spring - wildflowers are blooming everywhere - a walk in nature, enjoying fresh air an natural beauty is a great way to recharge your spirit.  Recommended Essential Oil:  Lemon.... keeping it simple with this pure citrus aroma. My favorite way to use this oil is to apply a few drops to rough spots on the bottom of my feet after a bath or shower. You could also add a drop to a glass of drinking water, or a few drops to a spray bottle and wipe down your kitchen counters.  Order your lemon essential oil or a Premium Starter Kit today by clicking this link. Thank you!

Spring Cleaning is a tradition for some. But, as you clean your surroundings - do you ever think about cleaning Yourself?  Consider using this season of rebirth (and new moon on April 5) to detox your body, or weed  your mind garden. In this podcast, I offer ideas for detoxing using a line of wellness vitamin supplements & essential oils that are pure and natural. In addition, consider your thoughts - some experts say we are creating our future 30 seconds at a time, with the thoughts & ideas we are thinking about. The suggested essential oils to enhance this podcast are a blend: lemon, lavender and peppermint. This blend is known to support seasonal discomfort, you know, the sniffles, sneezes, itchy eyes. Good news is - each of these oils (lemon, lavender, peppermint) are included in the premium starter kit - a dozen essential oils + electric home diffuser + premium samples, when you order at AromaThrive.com.  I will also tell you about a bill that's making its way through the California Assembly (AB 495) that would ban the 'toxic twenty' cosmetics known to include 'any of the highly toxic chemicals known to cause cancer, reproductive harm or hormone disruption.' Did you know that the US allows many chemicals that are banned in Europe and other countries? Can you imagine, toxic ingredients like those that disrupt hormones, and cause skin rashes are allowed to be in products sold in the US. Avoid being harmed (as I was recently by using a lipstick that left me with a nasty rash that required a trip to the doctor to treat) by this 'dirty make up' when you shop for clean cosmetics at AromaThrive.com. 

Wednesday is the Spring Equinox in the northern hemisphere - and, this year there's an added bonus. A full moon coincides with the equinox. In fact - it's a Super Full Moon -where the moon appears extra large in the sky because it's closer than usual to earth. The Equinox - a time of equal light & darkness - is one of four turning points of the year. It's a great time for planting seeds, and setting goals. In this podcast, I offer ideas for honoring yourself, and inspiring your dreams, during this auspicious time. To shop for the essential oils and other products mentioned in this podcast, go to AromaThrive.com

Do you have a Dream? The stars will be aligning on this year's Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday to assist you in anchoring your dreams and goals.  In this podcast, I'll share with you tips for setting goals and intentions during the full moon lunar eclipse and supermoon, which will be visible on the west coast of the USA and all across north and south america on the evening of January 20-21, 2019. This full moon will appear extra large in the sky because of its close proximity to earth, that's why it's a supermoon.  Legend has it that during any full moon humans may be feeling more emotional than usual, and if you quiet your mind and tune-in to your inner guidance, there's the opportunity for an Aha! moment - gaining insights - and coming up with creative new ideas. The full moon might also shine light on what was previously unknown.   A vision board is a powerful way to anchor in your dreams and goals. The Los Angeles Times recently published a story on how to create a vision board, and they turned to my friend, Joyce Schwarz author of The Vision Board book for advice. Click here to read the story, and be inspired to create your own vision board.  The essential oils I recommend to enhance your listening experience during this podcast are lemon & rosemary (for focus!), lemon & peppermint can also help your mind to feel sharp. And, since eclipses have the power to 'eclipse out' something from our lives - I also recommend the essential oil blend Release, to help you let go of people and things that have run their course in your life.  Looking for the best essential oils on the planet? I recommend starting with a Premium Starter Kit from Young Living - you can order at AromaThrive.com , choose 'become a member' and you will save 25% on all of your future purchases. Young Living is a wellness lifestyle company- they have hundreds of products to support your well being. I mentioned the "Slique in 60 Challenge," which starts in February and can help you to achieve your ideal weight. And, I love Mindwise, the liquid vitamin that supports brain and heart health. I love it because it contains vitamin D3, which provides a natural energy boost.  If you have questions about getting started with essential oils or would like some product recommendations, please get in touch, I'd be happy to speak with you. You can reach me through this page, or at AromaThrive.com.  Here's to you achieving your dreams in 2019!   Photo by Ken Pfeiffer, Ken's Pro Media

So many of us are often thinking of the past or projecting into the future, but being in the moment is where you have the power to guide your destiny. In this episode of my 'Rituals' series, I speak with Santa Barbara TV news reporter Tracy Lehr, of KEYT News.  In order for her to do her job of reporting the news on a tight deadline, Lehr says a key to her success on the job is being in the moment.   The California Assembly recently recognized Lehr as 'Woman of the Year' for her continuous coverage of the two disasters that hit the Santa Barbara area in the Winter of 2018, the Thomas Fire followed by the 1/9 Montecito Debris Flow. Lehr shares how one photographer's single word of HOPE helped her to regain composure after starting to cry on camera in the time following the January 9th mudslides.   Lehr explains what it's like to be a news reporter, being assigned stories with little notices and expected to get them on TV sometimes in as little as 30 minutes.  She also shares some tips for what it takes to be a good reporter. Tracy is also a big fan of essential oils, especially grapefruit and (her new fav) lime. So, these are the recommended scents for this episode to enhance your listening experience. (I'll help you get set up with your pure essential oils & diffuser at AromaThrive.com) Keep up with what Tracy is covering on social media, you can follow her on Twitter @KEYTNC3Tracy and Facebook, and see her stories on KEYT TV Santa Barbara. 

Musician and recording engineer Mike de Martino was introduced to Reiki when he was recovering from cancer treatment. Since then, he's become a practitioner of the natural healing modality, and works with a group that offers no-cost reiki sessions to the public in Ventura County. In this podcast, Mike explains what reiki is - and how he went from being a bit skeptical to a true believer in the benefits of this practice, which is a relaxing blend of gentle touch and meditation. You'll also hear some music de Martino composed to heighten the reiki experience.  To enhance your listening experience, I recommend the pure essential oils of Peppermint and Frankincense. You can order these oils from me, as part of a Premium Starter Kit which includes 11 essential oils and your choice of diffuser, at AromaThrive.com And, click here for more information and to listen to more samples of Mike de Martino's music. (photo: Mike de Martino with his wife, Tracy Lehr)

Whether you're giving a speech or public presentation,  or just want to glide through your day with more grace and ease, these Rituals for Confidence can help. Author, hypnotist and public speaker Nancy Segal shares simple techniques you can do to help you to feel more confident.  Nancy also shares powerful tips for turning your self-talk into success.  And, she is an advanced BWRT practitioner, so she shares insights into this new neuroscience technique. Find out more about Nancy Segal at http://www.risingaboveit.com The recommended essential oils to enhance your listening experience are Frankincense,  Palo Santo, Peppermint and the Young Living blend Envision.  Order yours at www.aromathrive.com 

Tradition says that it's easier to make contact with souls who have crossed over to the other side around this time of year. It's Interesting that different cultures celebrate similar traditions like Halloween,  Dia de los Muertos and All Saints  Day in late October and early November. In this podcast,  I offer tips for connecting with loved ones on the other side.  Enhance your listening experience with the following essential oils: Palo Santo, Frankincense or Sandalwood.  Order at AromaThrive.com 

A few minutes of quiet reflection can support you throughout the day. And, developing a simple practice can help you to get in touch with inner guidance and the things that are most important to you. In this podcast my friend Paula Lopez Ochoa, a media personality and Santa Barbara Realtor, shares her rituals for reflection, and how it helps her be her personal best. As you listen, you might be inspired to create your own ritual, or decide to set aside a few minutes of quiet time in your daily life. Enhance your listening experience with these essential oils, which promote relaxation and well being: Frankincense, and the Young Living blends Acceptance and Transformation. You can order these oils on my website, AromaThrive.com

Listening to Dr. Christine Blasey Ford share excruciating details of the night she was pushed into a bedroom and assaulted by two teenage boys at a house party when she was 15 years old is triggering memories in a lot of women who can relate to her story.  Dr. Deborah Smilovitz Foster, a psychologist in Santa Barbara, shares ideas for how to work through the painful emotions of past abuse and trauma.  Suggested essential oils to enhance this listening experience include frankincense, lavender, Inner Child, Stress Away and Release. For more information on these essential oils go to AromaThrive.com 

You may enjoy being busy, but in stressful times, some of us are finding that less is more. Cutting down on unnecessary demands and commitments could is a good way to nurture yourself and actually can improve productivity. In this podcast, my friend Paula Lopez Ochoa, a Santa Barbara Realtor and busy mom and grandma offers her secrets for how to keep from being over-committed, and ideas for self care in stressful times. Essential oils can enhance your listening experience! In this episode we recommend Frankincense (Paula's favorite and top all-around oil) and the Young Living blends "Release," and "Harmony."  You can order these oils, along with a premium starter kit (11 oils + diffuser) at AromaThrive.com

There can be so much more to eating than rushing through meals, or eating when you aren't even hungry, or choosing the wrong foods, or, (if you are like me) not even knowing what I want to eat when you get too hungry. Petra Beumer of the Mindful Eating Institute in Santa Barbara, CA, joins me with her powerful tips for Mindful Eating. Petra says this approach to eating can make you feel more happy and fulfilled. Enhance your mindful eating experience with Essential Oils! Some of the aromas I recommend to support you while listening to this podcast episode, and practicing mindful eating include: geranium, lavender and the Young Living blends Inner Child, SARA and Release. You can get started on your essential oils lifestyle journey when you join my team at AromaThrive.com To find out more about Petra Beumer and her work at the Mindful Eating Institute, go to MindfulEatingInstitute.net  

How well do you take care of yourself? Emotionally, I mean. Many people (often women) are great at taking care of others - but fall short when it comes to giving themselves the same loving care as they are sharing. In this podcast, I speak with Petra Beumer of the Mindful Eating Institute in Santa Barbara, CA.  Petra coaches her clients on how to nurture themselves. She offers tips for you to incorporate easy self-care tips to support your emotional well-being. Enhance your emotional-self-care experience with Essential Oils! Some of my favorite fragrances for this include geranium, lavender and citrus oils such as lemon and Citrus Fresh. You can get started on your essential oils lifestyle journey at AromaThrive.com To find out more about Petra Beumer and her work at the Mindful Eating Institute, go to MindfulEatingInstitute.net

  I'm super excited to share with you this simple technique for relaxation, which blends the soothing aroma of an essential oil blend with a brief guided meditation.  I'd like to introduce you to my good friend and partner, Dr. Ken Pfeiffer -- Hi there, I am Doctor Ken Pfeiffer, a psychologist. If you suffer from stress or anxiety, or any associated health problems such as headaches, backaches, insomnia, or digestive problems, I have a simple meditation technique that uses the soothing aroma of a natural essential oil that can help you. Stress is an increasingly common problem in our modern society. Too much to do in too little time is a recipe for stress, anxiety, and anger. Chronic stress harms the body in many ways by increasing stress hormones and muscle tension, and changing normal blood flow and body functions. To alleviate stress, it is important to put things into perspective and take some time for yourself to relax and rejuvenate. I have three things today to help you: 1) Essential Oils: The sense of smell is intimately connected with the emotional part of your brain. Smells have the ability to create emotions, or to recall emotions associated with the smells. For example, the ingredients and soothing aroma of "Stress Away" essential oil blend are naturally calming. And the more the smell of this oil is associated with actually being calm and relaxed, the more effective the smell is in eliciting calm. 2) Meditation: Meditation is a great way to reduce stress and to relax. There are many forms of meditation, and you can choose whatever technique works well for you. Simple forms such as focusing on the breath or counting the breath work well. I will give you a demonstration of a guided meditation that relies on letting go of body tension, and imagining cooling the head and warming the extremities that I have found very effective. This specific technique counters the "fight or flight" reaction, or the "defensive reflex" that is the opposite of relaxation and calm. 3) Combining Essential Oils with Meditation in "classical conditioning": When events are paired together over time, the occurrence of one event can elicit the other. For example, suppose you usually come home after work, pour your favorite beverage, turn on the TV, and watch your favorite show and relax. Repeatedly pairing the beverage and TV with relaxation causes the beverage and TV to be a cue for relaxation, and can actually cause you to relax in the future. So what we will do is to pair the unique smell of a relaxing essential oil with the relaxation of meditation to enhance the relaxing effect. The oil will become a cue for relaxation and can be used in the future to help de-stress. It is important that the smell of the oil is unique, and at first you only smell it when you are already relaxed from meditation. Then in the future you can use it to de-stress when needed. To illustrate this, we are going to do a brief guided meditation of about 8 minutes. To help you relax there will be some background sounds of waves at the beach. Toward the end of the session you can open your little package that contains a stone saturated with the calming aroma of Stress-Away essential oil. Practice once a day, and soon you will have a special "relaxation" stone you can use to de-stress anytime you need. You can order Stress Away oil at AromaThrive.com, purchase a single bottle or, get a 'premium starter kit' including the Stress Away oil and ten other oils, along with an electric cold air diffuser.     

Today I'm sharing with you one of my all-time favorite Young Living products, Genesis body lotion.  Whatever you rub onto your skin is absorbed into your body and bloodstream - so when you use lotions and other products that contain synthetic fragrances or toxic ingredients you are putting your health at risk.   Just because a product is on a store shelf doesn't mean it's safe. There are several ingredients used in common products in the United States that are banned in other countries. The products I am recommending in this 12 Days of Wellness podcast series are free of formaldehyde, parabens, phthalates, sodium lauryl sulphate (SLS) and other toxic ingredients. You'll also learn how you can earn essential oils and other Young Living products through their loyalty program. I am such a big fan of these products that I switched out my department store beauty products and drug store cleaning products for these essential oils infused products. For more information and to get started with essential oils, go to AromaThrive.com. If you shop on the Young Living website, please use my member ID #1734225 as your sponsor and enroller. Thanks!

Wouldn't you rather put your energy into staying well rather than battling illness or disease? That's why I have switched out chemical-laden and synthetic personal care, supplements and cleaning products for similar products infused with pure essential oils. Essential oils support every system in your body including bones, brain, muscles, respiratory, digestion, healthy weight, hormones and more. In this episode, find out what to look for in choosing an essential oil brand (not all are created equal!). And, why you would want to eliminate toxins and chemicals from your living environment. Begin your essential oils-infused lifestyle at AromaThrive.com. Or, if you shop the Young Living website, please be sure to use my member ID #1734225 as sponsor & enroller when ordering. Thanks! 

Essential oils have been used to support wellness and kill germs and bacteria throughout history.  This was demonstrated powerfully in the 1300s, when millions of people were dying from The Plague, one of the worst pandemics in human history. During this time, a band of innovative robbers used a blend of clove, lemon, eucalyptus, rosemary and cinnamon bark essential oils to anoint themselves before stealing jewelry off of the dead and dying.  As the story goes, when the robbers were ultimately caught, the King demanded to know how they were able to come into contact with those dying of the highly-contagious disease without getting sick. The thieves shared their recipe - which was passed on to the community. That's how the Thieves blend of essential oil got its name. Consider how this germ-fighting essence could be used to keep you and your family well during flu season, and all year long. You may already know that clove oil was used in early dentistry as a numbing agent. A drop of Thieves oil can ease the discomfort of a sore tooth. And, using Thieves toothpaste and mouthwash can promote good dental hygiene.  In this podcast, I will introduce you to the entire line of Thieves-infused household and cleaning products, including Thieves toothpaste and mouthwash, household cleaner, sanitizing spray and more.  Ready to infuse your home and family with the power of Thieves? Check out the Thieves Starter Kit at AromaThrive.com. If you shop at the Young Living website, please use my Member ID#1734225 when ordering.    In the 1300s, millions of people died from the Plague. 

Breathing, we all do it - and, at times, we may have a harder time than others keeping our lungs, throat and sinuses in optimum health. Essential oils, whether applied directly to skin, inhaled, or diffused with a cold air diffuser, can be very effective in supporting respiratory health. I'm in Santa Barbara, where several homes have burned down in one of the largest wildfires in California history. Residents here are encouraged to wear N-95 masks, and not sweep up or come into contact with soot and ash that's fallen like snow across sidewalks and yards. Like many others, I had a sore throat, itchy eyes and was fatigued. Here are some of the essential oils that I've been using to keep from being overcome by soot and smoke in the air: R.C. This blend which includes eucalyptus, pine, marjoram, lavender and peppermint will make you want to breathe deeper. I apply one drop in the palm of my hand, rub my hands together, tent over my nose and inhale.... really soothing on the lungs and sinuses (and R.C. comes in your Premium Starter Kit available at AromaThrive.com) Peppermint is a very versatile essential oil - it can remind you of holidays past, candy canes, or peppermint cocoa. It can also clear a stuffy nose. I always have peppermint in my purse, and will lick one drop after meals to freshen breath. Peppermint is another oil that comes in the Premium Starter Kit available at AromaThrive.com Raven Blends wintergreen, peppermint and Ravintsara, lemon and eucalyptus for a more powerful support for upper respiratory problems or viral infections. Super strong Ravintsara is a powerful antiviral, antibacterial, anti-fungal and anti-infectious oil which may help open and strengthen the respiratory system. Its fresh scent reminds me of yoga!  You can support wellness and a strong respiratory system regardless of which oil you choose. Diffusing these nature's essences in your living space is a gentle way to kill bacteria and germs while promoting calm and wellness. For more information on wellness with pure essential oils, go to AromaThrive.com,  and, let's connect on Facebook, too. 

Vitamins and supplements, along with eating right, exercise and rest, play a big part in a wellness routine. And, not all supplements are created equal!  That's why I shop at AromaThrive.com for my vitamins and wellness products. Young Living oversees all steps of production of their quality vitamins and supplements to Super B, Super C, MultiGreens, as well as OmegaGize (omega 3 fatty acids, vitamin D-3 and coQ10), as well as immune supporting products such as Inner Defense and Longevity softgels.  The bonus of using this brand of products is that the supplements are infused with pure essential oils, which offer added support of anti-aging, immune support and more. The vitamins and supplements I take daily include Longevity (love it for my radiant skin and anti-aging benefits!), Multi Greens, Super B, Super C, as well as the Life 9 probiotic in the evening. Oh, and a shot of Ningxia Red each morning gets my day going in the right way! Shop at AromaThrive.com, where I'm also happy to answer your questions. Thanks for listening!

Essential oils have been used to support health since ancient times. Young Living has made a science out of essential oils, in developing a pain cream, and a sunscreen - free of toxins and harmful chemicals. The Cool Azul Pain Cream and Minerals Sunscreen Lotion were introduced at this year's Grand Convention. They are FDA approved (that's why they can use the descriptive words 'pain cream' and 'sunscreen'). I don't know about you - but, I hesitated to slather on chemical based sunscreens because I didn't want the yuck soaking into my skin. Now, I don't have to worry. Order yours at AromaThrive.com, or, use my member ID# 1734225 as sponsor/enroller at Young Living.