Helping our children and grandchildren thrive during the school year is what every parent and grandparent hopes to do. Here are some essential oil suggestions that may help them thrive instead of just surviving this year. Click on the bold green links for more information.
Essential Oils for Emotional Support
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Getting ready for the new school year can be both exciting and stressful. Diffusing Joy or wearing topically over your heart may lighten your spirit and help you enjoy the rest of those summer days. Do you still have a few more hectic back to school shopping trips left? Try a drop of StressAway on the wrists and temples to add a little calmness to the activity.
Emotions can get in the way of getting the most out of the school day. Here are a few essential oils to help with emotional stability. Apply a drop of StressAway and Frankincense to promote calmness and feelings of control over your day.
Do you know someone who is nervous about the first day of school? Do you have a big test or presentation today? Try a drop of Valor on the back of the neck or over the heart. The oils contained in Valor were specifically selected for their unique aromatic and topical benefits. It's spicy, sweet, positive aroma inspires confidence and courage.
Another oil to have in your back to school kit is White Angelica*. A couple of the oils contained in this blend are Melissa and Bergamot. It may promote feelings of protection and security when diffused, and can be used to guard against negative energy.
Balance with Valor & protect with White Angelica
Great Oils to Sleep On
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A good night's rest makes for a better day at school.
Lavender is the oil of relaxation and is nick named the Multi Tool because of it's many uses, has a fresh, clean, comforting and calming scent. It supports many of the body's systems including the respiratory, nervous, glandular, cardiovascular, and the skin. My favorite way to use lavender is on the bottom of my feet and or on the back of my neck during my bedtime routine.
Cedarwood's woodsy aroma is relaxing. For nighttime use put equal drops of Lavender and Cedarwood on the bottom of your feet or in a diffuser. A added bonus for using Cedarwood is that it may support healthy looking skin.
School Time Focus
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The same oils, including Frankincense, that help us relax may also help us focus as they may clear the mind helping to focus on the current task at hand. The heavy, smokey, earthy fragrance of Vetiver has patchouli and lemon like undertones. Vetiver has balancing properties that can help to calm and tackle everyday life scenarios. Many families love using Vetiver on their children with emotional challenges. Click here for a great Focus roll-on recipe that can be used before school, can be sent to school with your child, or used during homework as well. You may want to make up a recipe for yourself as well because everyone knows that adults sometimes need help focusing as well.
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Here's to your child thriving in school this year, not just surviving.
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Do you have a son or daughter leaving for college in the next few days? I am often asked, "What oils should I send with Suzanne when she leaves for college?" or "What would be some good oils to send with Anthony for dorm life?" There are many essential oils that are wonderful assets to the life of a college student. Essential oils that may help with focus, support emotional health, and physical health. Here is what I would put in that care package of essential oils. Click on each heading to learn more about each essential oil.
Thieves and Thieves Vitality* are a blend of cinnamon bark, lemon, eucalyptus, clove and rosemary. A favorite for supporting the immune system, put a drop on your feet each morning before putting on your socks and shoes. You may also choose to rub a drop on your throat or diffuse to cleanse the air and give your room a spicy aroma. Include it your own hand spray, or foaming hand soap. Thieves Vitality is great in your water, tea, or create your own "chai" beverage. 
Peppermint and Peppermint Vitality* is at the top of the list because is such a versatile essential oil. It is supportive of the nervous system, the muscles, the digestive system, the endocrine system, and the respiratory system. Not only is it supportive of the body in so many different ways it also may help keep little flying and crawling annoyances from your room. Diffuse to awaken the senses and help you to focus on that late night project. Apply topically to the back of the neck or other muscle groups including the abdomen for a cooling sensation that may relax the muscles or contribute to the comfort of your body. A drop rubbed on your chest can be a benefit to your respiratory system. A drop of Peppermint Vitality in a quart of water is a refreshing benefit to your digestive system. Whereas added to a chocolate protein shake makes for an awesome after work out muscle support drink.
Lemon and Lemon Vitality* can be another revitalizing oil. It has a refreshing aroma that is great for waking up in the morning or helping you stay focused on the task at hand. Try it over the bridge of your nose when your upper respiratory system is in need of support. Add a drop or two of Lemon Vitality to a glass of water for general detox or a refreshing pick me up. Try it in sparkling water instead of drinking pop or soda.Purification is a blend that contains citronella, lemongrass, tea tree, and 
other great cleansing oils. It is nick named "The Deodorizer" for good reason. It is great to diffuse in your dorm room when you just have not gotten around to getting that smelly laundry done. Or put a couple of drops on a cotton ball and place in your gym bag. Because of its cleansing abilities, it may be supportive of the the skin and unexpected bumps.
other great cleansing oils. It is nick named "The Deodorizer" for good reason. It is great to diffuse in your dorm room when you just have not gotten around to getting that smelly laundry done. Or put a couple of drops on a cotton ball and place in your gym bag. Because of its cleansing abilities, it may be supportive of the the skin and unexpected bumps.StressAway is a blend that contains lime, vanilla, copaiba and other oils. The blending of these oils creates a great blend that is supportive of the emotional and nervous systems. My favorite place to use this oil is on the back of my neck close to the brain stem. You can also use this oil over your heart, the crown of your head, your wrists or the bottom of your feet. A few minutes after applying this oil may bring a sense of calm and equilibrium to your emotions.Lavender is another essential oil that creates a sense of relaxation when used. I have used StressAway or Lavender as part of my bedtime routine depending on the kind of day I have had or the what the next day may be bringing. Just rub a drop on the bottom of your feet. It is also great for the skin. Just place a drop on the blemish or areas that have been exposed to the sun too long.
Tea Tree, known for its cleansing properties, it is another one that can be used on blemishes. My favorite use for this oil is to combine it with lavender in coconut oil and then slather it on my feet, making sure to get between my toes, each night as part of my bedtime routine.These are the oils that are the must haves to help your college student thrive during the school year. Please check out my home page and all the valuable information contained on it, including the great videos. www.cherishedvitality.com
*The Vitality line of oils are labeled for internal or dietary consumption. 
It is the same oil as the regular line of oils which are labeled with topical and aromatic use.
Lavender – (Lavandula angustifolia) is the most versatile of all essential oils, giving it the nick name “The Multi-Tool". When diffused it adds a clean, fresh scent to any room and is loved for its calming, soothing fragrance which is supportive to the nervous system. It also provides support to the skin when used topically or when added to body care products, ointments, or baths.
12 Uses for Lavender
Take a Lavender Bath. Put 4-5 drops of Lavender ¼ cup Epsom Salts then add it tour bath water for a spa like experience.Rest for Your Feet. After a long day on your feet, rub a drop of Lavender and Lemongrass on your legs and feet.
Love my Skin. Mix 3 parts fractionated coconut oil and one part Lavender in a roll-on bottle for minor skin irritations.
Time for Bed? A drop or two on the bottom of your feet is a great addition to your bedtime routine.
Mattress Refresher. Add 10 drops of Lavender to 1 cup baking soda and sprinkle all over your mattress. Let sit for an hour and vacuum. Other good oils to try: Eucalyptus, Peppermint, Clove, or Rosemary or a mixture of any one of the above with the Lavender. Try a different one with each bedding change until you find your favorite.
Too Hot to Touch!! Apply Lavender to affected area to support the skin and reduce any temporary redness.
Oatmeal Anyone? Add 5- 8 drops Lavender to a half pint of oatmeal and seal. Add water when ready to use and you have a natural scrub. A little goes a long way!
Baby Close Your Eyes. Make a Lavender spray by adding 8-16 drops Lavender to ½ teaspoon Epsom Salts and adding to 8oz filtered water. Shake before use and spray on pillows before bed. Great for children of all ages. 😊
Lavender Twist Anyone? Lavender Vitality adds a unique flavor to marinades, custards, breads, cookies, icings, drinks, and even honey or syrup.
Refresh the Mind. Apply Lavender to the back of the neck and temples to promote mental clarity and ease stress.
Baby Bump Blessings. Rub Lavender onto your tummy to help relieve itchy tight skin.
Fresh Dish and Laundry Soap. Add Lavender to your soaps to transform your cleaning jobs into an aromatherapy experience.
What is the difference between Lavender and Lavender Vitality? Just the label. One is labeled for Lavender is labeled for topical and aromatic use and Lavender Vitality is labeled for internal use. Same great 100% pure therapeutic grade oil, just different labels.
