Peace on Earth? Let's Start with Peace in Your Brain
The holiday hustle is officially here—how about you? I swear, this time of year is like trying to walk through a snowstorm with flip-flops on. We all dream of those magical, peaceful moments, but instead, we’re running on caffeine and willpower, trying to keep up with the to-do lists. 🎄☕
And let’s be real—mom life doesn’t exactly slow down in December. You’re over here making sure everyone else has their “peace and joy,” while juggling the shopping, the parties, the kids' holiday programs, and somehow remembering to move that sneaky little Elf every night. (Oh, the pressure!)
But hey, in the middle of the chaos, it’s so easy to feel like your brain is stuck on turbo mode—like you’ve got 37 tabs open and you can’t find the one playing the music. Been there.
So, let’s talk about calming the storm. I’ve got a few tricks up my sleeve that help me switch gears, slow down the hamster wheel, and actually enjoy these fleeting moments with my family. And no, it doesn’t involve hiding in the pantry with a bag of peppermint bark. (Although, no judgment if that’s part of your strategy.)
Here’s where the science-y magic comes in. Did you know certain essential oils have compounds that interact with the part of your brain responsible for stress and emotions? It’s like giving your nervous system a little “shhh” moment. Oils like Lavender, Roman Chamomile, or my personal fave, Adaptiv, can help shift you from stressed-out chaos coordinator to calm and collected holiday hero. You can roll them on your wrists, breathe them in, or pop them in a diffuser while you wrap presents—whatever works. I call it my “holiday sanity starter pack.” 😉
And the best part? These oils are completely safe and natural, so you can use them around the kids without worrying about questionable ingredients. Because let’s face it—our houses are already chaotic enough without adding toxins to the mix.
So, what do you say? Let’s make “peace on Earth” start with a little peace in your heart. You deserve it, friend. ❤️
Feel calm, stay focused, and love the holidays again with these simple ideas!
Diffuser Recipe for Stress Relief
Here’s the thing: instead of reaching for your “emergency chocolate stash” (no judgment if you’ve already been there today), I’ve got a diffuser recipe that’s basically a chill pill in mist form. It’s like sending your brain on a mini vacation to a lavender field while you’re still in your kitchen refereeing snack time. 🧘♀️💨
Here’s what you’ll need:
4 drops of Roman Chamomile (aka the “tuck-me-in” oil—it’s been used for centuries to calm nerves and help you relax).
3 drops of Lavender (you already know this one’s a legend for turning chaos into calm).
2 drops of Clary Sage (this one’s like a pep talk for your emotions—bye, stressy feels!).
2 drops of Geranium (I call this the “balancer” because it helps keep you steady when life feels wobbly).
1 drop of Ylang Ylang (fancy name, but basically it’s here to help your heart slow its roll when it’s doing that anxious thud-thud-thud thing).
Just toss these in your diffuser, press start, and let that magical mist work its calming magic. Science moment: When you breathe in these oils, they send little signals to your brain’s “calm down center” (fancy name: limbic system), telling it to chill. And honestly, who doesn’t need their brain to be told “you’re good, take a breath”?
So, try it out and let me know how it goes! And hey, if it gives you five extra minutes of feeling like you’ve got it together, I’ll call that a win. ❤️
Essential Oils + Meditation
Here’s the thing—stress is sneaky. It’s not just about feeling anxious or overwhelmed. It can mess with your sleep, make you want to dive face-first into a bag of chips instead of cooking, and convince you that Netflix is a better workout buddy than your yoga mat. Been there. 🙋♀️
So, what’s the fix? Two words: oils + meditation. Now, hear me out—this doesn’t have to be all “zen master on a mountaintop” (though, let’s be real, a quiet mountaintop sounds amazing right now). It’s just about giving your brain a little timeout.
Here’s what I do:
Find a quiet spot (which, let’s be honest, might mean locking yourself in the bathroom for 10 minutes).
Diffuse a grounding oil blend—my go-to is something earthy like the Shinrin-Yoku Blend. Science moment: Certain oils can actually calm your nervous system by telling your brain, “Hey, it’s cool, we’ve got this.” It’s like aromatherapy for your overthinking.
Let your mind wander or, if you’re like me and need some guidance, try the “Headspace” app. It’s meditation for real people—no chanting required.
Seriously, give it a try. Even five minutes of breathing and just being can reset your brain and make that to-do list feel less scary. And the oils? They’re like the cherry on top—except instead of sugar, they’re full of calming plant magic. 🌿✨
So, what do you think? Bathroom meditation, anyone? 🛁
Essential Oils + Yoga
Okay, let’s talk about yoga—aka the thing we think will make us feel like a zen goddess, but half the time just leaves us wondering if we’re doing the poses right (or why our hamstrings hate us). But here’s the good news: yoga actually works wonders for stress, even if your “Downward Dog” looks more like “Collapsed Dog.”
Here’s why yoga is so good for calming the chaos:
It helps lower cortisol, the stress hormone that makes you want to eat cookies instead of deal with life.
It gets your nervous system to chill out, which means your heart stops racing, your breathing slows, and your stomach isn’t tying itself into knots.
It even helps your brain manage emotions better (so you don’t lose it when someone spills glitter everywhere. Again).
But wait—it gets better. Pair yoga with essential oils, and it’s like adding whipped cream to your hot chocolate: chef’s kiss. You amplify all those brain-calming, body-relaxing benefits. Oils + yoga = less stress, more bliss.
Here’s how I love to use oils during yoga:
Swallow a Frankincense capsule each morning to help with stress and so much more. This is a new product I'm LOVING because you get the benefits of multiple types of Frankincense working throughout your body.
Set your focus with a swipe of InTune on your wrists before you start (because honestly, my brain loves to wander mid-warrior pose).
Open up those airways with 3 drops of doTERRA Breathe in the diffuser. You can also use the Breathe Stick on your chest. Suddenly, deep breathing feels effortless.
Boost your energy with Wild Orange and Peppermint in the diffuser if you’re doing a flow to wake yourself up.
Chill out with doTERRA Serenity if you’re doing a slower, calming practice (or if the kids just finished a sugar-fueled meltdown).
Meditation magic: Swipe the new Frankincense stick on your temples and feel your stress melt away as you sit in silence (or as much silence as a house full of kids allows). You can also add Frankincense oil to your favorite diffuser.
Ultimate relaxation: During Savasana (aka “the best pose ever”), rub some Balance on the back of your neck. It’s like hitting the reset button for your mind.
So, whether you’re a yoga newbie or can do a headstand in your sleep, adding oils takes it to the next level. Try it out, and let me know if you feel like the zen queen we both know you are! 🧘♀️✨
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Adaptiv
The holidays: a magical time of joy, laughter… and let’s be real, stress. Between gift shopping, coordinating family visits, baking Pinterest-level cookies (or trying to), and keeping the kids from destroying the tree, it’s enough to make even the calmest mom feel like she’s running on fumes.
Enter Adaptiv, your holiday lifesaver. It’s here to help you actually enjoy the season without feeling like you’re one burnt-out tantrum away from hiding in your closet.
Adaptiv Capsules
These capsules are like a stress reset button in a bottle.
GABA: Helps calm that holiday brain chaos (like when you realize you forgot to move the elf).
Sceletium: Keeps you steady even when the gift you ordered in October “might” arrive by January.
Adaptogens: Help your body handle stress like a pro, instead of spiraling when the holiday to-do list grows longer than Santa’s.
Take one before the day’s chaos begins and feel like you can actually breathe.
Adaptiv Essential Oil Blend
This oil is the ultimate holiday mood manager.
Diffuse it: While you wrap presents (or hide in the bathroom for five minutes of quiet).
Roll it on: When Aunt Linda brings up politics at dinner.
Deep breaths: A drop in your palms works wonders when the kids are “helping” with holiday crafts.
Why It Works
When stress hits, your brain’s amygdala is like a smoke alarm going off nonstop. Adaptiv helps quiet the alarm, so you can feel calm, clear, and ready to enjoy the magic of the season (instead of just surviving it). 🎄✨The holidays: a magical time of joy, laughter… and let’s be real, stress. Between gift shopping, coordinating family visits, baking Pinterest-level cookies (or trying to), and keeping the kids from destroying the tree, it’s enough to make even the calmest mom feel like she’s running on fumes.
Enter Adaptiv, your holiday lifesaver. It’s here to help you actually enjoy the season without feeling like you’re one burnt-out tantrum away from hiding in your closet.
Adaptiv Capsules
These capsules are like a stress reset button in a bottle.
GABA: Helps calm that holiday brain chaos (like when you realize you forgot to move the elf).
Sceletium: Keeps you steady even when the gift you ordered in October “might” arrive by January.
Adaptogens: Help your body handle stress like a pro, instead of spiraling when the holiday to-do list grows longer than Santa’s.
Take one before the day’s chaos begins and feel like you can actually breathe.
Adaptiv Essential Oil Blend
This oil is the ultimate holiday mood manager.
Diffuse it: While you wrap presents (or hide in the bathroom for five minutes of quiet).
Roll it on: When Aunt Linda brings up politics at dinner.
Deep breaths: A drop in your palms works wonders when the kids are “helping” with holiday crafts.
Why It Works
When stress hits, your brain’s amygdala is like a smoke alarm going off nonstop. Adaptiv helps quiet the alarm, so you can feel calm, clear, and ready to enjoy the magic of the season (instead of just surviving it). 🎄✨
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