We are so excited for this Essentially U 21 Day Challenge!!
Doing these 15 things are all about YOU! And ways to focus on a healthier you. It takes 21 days to form a new habit, so hopefully these healthy habits will stick.
I created this challenge for my Nesting Well Members- anyone who has gotten a Young Living Starter Kit! We offer daily education and ideas on how to use your oils and all the non-toxic products that contribute to our well-being. If you want to become a member with me and transform your home and health go HERE. We will be going live in our FB group sharing tips and experiences! Grab your starter kit!!
Essentially You Challenge Details-
You can adapt it to fit what you need in your life. We do have prizes and even a participation award for participating in the challenge for 21 days!
We will be starting the challenge on July 10th and it will end July 30th!
1- DRINK BODY WEIGHT IN OZ OF WATER- *Tip always have water with you and start every morning with a large cup of water before you eat or drink anything else.
2- WORKOUT- Just move. Go on a walk everyday for 21 days. Lift weights for 21 days. Whatever it is that makes you excited to move your body, do it!
3- EAT 3 CUPS OF GREENS- I try to aim for a cup at each meal *Tip it is super easy to do if you add a couple cups of greens to your smoothie
4- Drop of YOUR POWER OIL on your head- this is so much fun! Take your favorite oil or an oil that has meaning to you and do a couple drops right on your scalp (part your hair to get on your scalp). You will be a walking diffuser!! It is amazing. I have been doing “fulfill your destiny” oil and it sure helps set my intention for the day.
5-LEMON WATER– lemon water helps clear the toxins out of our body. Try drinking 3 cups a day. If you like an actual lemon or a drop or lemon oil, do what you like best!
6-ESSENTIALYZME– Enzymes play a roll in your health. Normal digestive health means the feeling of more energy and vitality! Do your research and see if enzymes are right for you! *you can skip this one and replace it with something else too!
7- PROBIOTICS– Many today consider regularly taking a high-quality probiotic to be one of the core pieces to a healthy gut which in turn is a key to brain, immune, skin health and overall support of a healthy immune system. Do your research and see if probiotics are right for you! *you can skip this one and replace it with something else too!
8- APPLY EATING GOALS– maybe you want to try whole30 for 21 days or paleo or you just want to cut out a little sugar or you want to try intermittent fasting. Set a goal and stick to it!
9- DIFFUSE AND GRATITUDE JOURNAL– if you aren’t already write somethings you are grateful for while diffusing your favorite oil.
10- GIRL WASH YOUR FACE– what is your favorite product to wash your face with? Charcoal bar, orange blossom or any other toxic-free cleaning product.
11- APPLY YOUR GLOW– find the right combination of oils and make your own personal glow moisturizer. Use it morning and night after washing your face.
12- DRINK 2 OZ NINGXIA RED– Some might call this mama juice or sweet nectar sent directly from heaven! Source of: Vitamins, antioxidants, nutrients Targets: Overall health, immune system, healthy blood sugar levels, energy, and much more! Also SO good for your skin! *if you don’t have Ningxia Red then take a multi vitamin to replace this in the challenge, but I highly recommend seeing what Ningxia Red does for you for just 21 days!
13- APPLY HAPPY HORMONE OIL– personally I won’t go a day without using Progessence Plus and Endoflex. Check out our list below for oils to support your hormones! *you can skip this one and replace it with something else too!
14- GET A GOOD NIGHTS SLEEP– sleep contributes to every part of your health. Set a goal of when to go to bed and stick to it!
15- PERSONAL GOAL– set a personal goal for this challenge! Be more patient? Read a book? Date night with partner?
Print your own Essentially You Challenge HERE
Keep reading on Healthy Hormones and Oils…..
I am amazed daily how my essential oils have supported my Hormones. I no longer break-out that time of the month. It used to be a pretty bad break-out and it was very frustrating. I will never not do oils because of the relief they have offered for this! Below is a chart on the best Essential Oils to use for hormone support. This was created for Nesting Well members. If you want to get any of these amazing oils the best way is to grab your starter kit HERE and join us! Then you get all of these oils at wholesale and you have community support on ways to use them.
Supporting Hormones with your Oils-
– Take care of your liver!
– Eat enzyme rich foods, and add natural pure complex enzymes in your diet. Essentialzyme -and Mightyzyme for children- are excellent options !
– Eat fiber rich foods
– Eat foods not treated with pesticides, and meat from animals not given synthetic hormones
DRAGON TIME
The name speaks for itself! This blend relieves PMS, cramping, and irregular periods. Do your family and friends a favor and tame the dragon. Support your body during that time of the month with this effective hormonal blend. Roll on lower abdomen, wrists or inside of ankles. Also great in the bath!
SCLARESSENCE
Supports normal glandular functions and can be helpful in supporting women’s health and hormonal health. Make a roller and roll it on ankles every single night! Useful for menopause, hysterectomy.
PROGESSENCE PLUS
Boosts progesterone. I love this one!! It is known to balance the effects of estrogen dominance and promote regular cycles with fewer PMS symptoms. I apply this directly to my wrists, ankles, stomach or feet. **More on this oil below.
ENDOFLEX
I put a roller cap on my Endoflex and roll over my thyroid daily. Your endocrine system decides how you feel. If your hormones work correctly, if you have energy, if you have a whole lot of things – like cravings, hair growth, weight and more. So it seems pretty important to give them what they need.
LADY SCLAREOL
Has a divine fragrance and can improve mood and positively influence low estrogen. Great for menopause. It’s a blend of rosewood, vetiver, geranium, ylang ylang, jasmine, and more.
CLARY SAGE
Has been used for centuries to help support the female body. Supports a healthy attitude during PMS, and also supports menopausal women emotionally due to its balancing nature. It has anti-inflammatory properties, which makes it a great one to use to support and relieve any menstrual discomfort. Supports hormone balance, insomnia related to raging hormones, heavy menstruation, hot flashes, healthy skin, and is a great oil to diffuse when we are feeling those hormonal blues—combine it 1:1 in the diffuser with nutmeg and you won’t be disappointed!!
CORTISTOP
Is a proprietary supplement designed to help the body maintain its natural balance and harmony. When under stress, the body produces cortisol. When too much cortisol (known as the “death hormone”) is produced, it can have negative health consequences such as feelings of fatigue, difficulty maintaining healthy weight, and difficulty maintaining optimal health of cardiovascular systems. Great supplement for supporting your adrenals!
ENDOGIZE
With DHEA helps women to balance naturally by supporting a healthy endocrine system. This product was designed to promote women’s wellness and balance.
ESSENTIALZYME
Normal digestive health means the feeling of more energy and vitality. The essential oils that are in Essentialzyme tarragon, peppermint, anise, fennel, and clove all work together to improve overall enzyme activity! Teamwork !!!!
LIFE 9
Many today consider regularly taking a high-quality probiotic to be one of the core pieces to a healthy gut which in turn is a key to brain, immune, skin health and overall support of a healthy immune system.
PMS TIPS*
1. For any sort of bloating or water retention- apply fennel right on your abdomen.
2. For menstrual cramping, you can layer Dragon Time with Copaiba right on your abdomen as well!
3. Consider taking a bath—add some EOs to Epsom salts and relax your troubles away! I love using Lavender and Stress Away for the moody blues, or Clary Sage for some cramp relief!
4. Drop of En-R-Gee on the big toes will also help to kickstart your adrenals and produce that cortisol in your body to help you get going with the day!
5. Support adrenals is by using Nutmeg, Clove, and Rosemary essential oils. Combining these three together into a roller bottle is a great way to support your adrenals, and you can apply it morning and night.
*Be sure to talk to your physician before starting any new supplement routine. I am not a doctor and can not advise specifically on what you should use, this is just my experience.
Gary Young and Dan Puser (MD) formulated Progessence plus with wild yam extract, vitamin E and essential oils that are naturally balancing to the body, (like Copaiba, Bergamot, Rosewood, Sacred Frankincense, Cedarwood, Clove, Peppermint)
- This serum penetrates the skin easily, and is readily recognized by the body because it is not synthetic in nature.
- Safe to use from 12-100 years old!! 2-4 drops max/day, on wrists or neck. I also read where some apply it to their face.
- Depending on where you imbalance lied, you will see a difference. I will say it took me a month or two to see a change. Now I will never not use it.
- I have also heard that friends going through menopause, love it!!
- The benefits are real! I have better sleep, my moods are more even, my skin is smooooooth, and the best part is that I have zero PMS. I don’t feel cramps. No more hormonal breakout. Regulated period and more!
