January 2018 Full Moon Ritual

January Cancer Full Moon Ritual December 31, 2017 - January 7, 2018

One of my favorite times of the month is the full moon. It has been a rough 2017 and doing a ritual every month reminds me to take care of myself and to let things go and set positive intentions. I find when I don't do a ritual during the full moon, all the negative stuff carries over to the next month. It is a way to break the cycle and release what no longer serves me. I am excited to share this ritual with all of you. Enjoy and love yourself, learn and let go your stuff from 2017. Get ready to embrace 2018.

January 2018 is a busy month that starts off with a Super Full Moon on the 1st-2nd and ends with a Blue Moon Lunar Eclipse on the 31st.

While all of this energy will be kick starting the new year ahead, it will also be reminding us to bring closure to the year gone by. Boy do I need closure. I thought 2016 was bad and ready for 2017 when my whole world changed again with the loss of my father. It has been a rough 3 years since my husbands accident, I am ready to let go of it all and embrace 2018. This is my year, my families year, it is going to be amazing and so full of love, joy and peace. 

Full Moon’s always represent a time of completion and releasing, and seeing as this Full Moon falls in the watery sign of Cancer, we are being asked to cleanse and release all that prevents us from truly loving ourselves.

Cancer energy represents nourishment, intuition, and self-care, and on this Super Full Moon we will all have to tune into that softer, intuitive voice within and take care of our mind, body and spirit.

This ritual is designed to help you do just that, and will help to cleanse and release all energy that is no longer yours to carry.

This ritual will also help you to shed the dead weight of the year gone by, so you can welcome and embrace the new energies of 2018. I am ready for this! 

Cancer Super Full Moon Cleansing Ritual 2018

This ritual is best done just before showering from the 31st December to the 7th January 2018.

You will need:

• Sage or another smudging tool of your choice
• Jug/Bowl of water
• Your favorite blend of essential oils (you can also use dried herbs and flowers)

Recommendations:

Essential Oil blend for letting go - Sandalwood, Frankincense, Cedarwood, Cinnamon, Eucalyptus, Lemongrass, Melaleuca, Thyme, White Fir and Douglas fir

Essential Oil Blend for Loving yourself - Grapefruit, Eucalyptus, Coriander, Ginger, Cinnamon, Lemon, Lavender, Spearmint

Other recommendations, The Inspiring Blend, Renewing blend and Reassuring blend. When in doubt use Frankincense. 

Directions:

First -  Light your sage and begin smudging your aura, starting at the top of your head. Wave the smoke around your whole body making sure not to forget the back of your neck and the bottom of your feet. As you smudge yourself, recite the following affirmation three times-

“I cleanse and release all energy that is no longer mine to carry. I shed and clear myself of any pains of the past and release myself from any guilt or regrets that are weighing me down. I cleanse myself so I am light and free. I cleanse myself with light and loving energy.”

Second - Once cleansed, get your bowl or jug and fill it with water. Into the water add your own essential oils, dried flowers or herbs. To choose the perfect blend of oils/herbs etc. place your hand over your heart and say to yourself-

“Intuition please guide me to the perfect blend of herbs, flowers and oils that will lift my spirits, cleanse me of any pains and heal my mind, body and soul.” 

Then trust whatever ingredients you feel drawn to.

Third - Gently stir the water in the bowl using your finger and repeat the following affirmation nine times (feel free to write your own too)-

“I seal this water with the power of self love. I seal this water with the wisdom and power that comes from within. I am strong, I am light. I deserve to love myself. I deserve to be happy. I deserve to let go of any pains and to see the beauty in all of life. I am strong. I am light. I love myself.”

After reciting the affirmation nine times, clap loudly 3 times. Clapping can help to remove any negative energy and can help to seal the intention of your affirmation.

Fourth - Once the water has been infused by your affirmation, take it into the shower/bath with you. In your mind keep repeating- “I love you” or another powerful self-loving affirmation.

Pour the water over your body allowing it to infuse into you. Imagine it soaking away all your troubles and cleansing you so you feel loved and inspired for the year ahead. You can then shower as normal. Discard any remaining herbs/flowers in the garden or compost.

Embrace 2018 and Enjoy this Full Moon!

Source/Inspired: Forever Conscious. Image Credit Google

Winter Essentials & Recipes

Here is the recorded webinar, recipes from webinar are below.

Recipes from Winter Essentials Webinar, Happy Holiday's

Try this recipe in a glass of water daily for Immune Support

1 drop of Lemon

1 drop of Lavender

1 drop of Peppermint

-On Guard® Protecting Throat Drops

-Peppermint Beadlets

-DigestZen® Softgels

-Breathe® Vapor Stick

-On Guard® Toothpaste

-Serenity® Restful Complex Softgels

-Lip Balm

What are your health goals for this winter?

These products have helped me reach my goals!
My goals this holiday season is not to gain weight, no stress, enjoy the holidays and if it does not bring me Joy I am going to pass. I am going to look back on 2017 and remember what I learned and let go of what no longer serves me and get ready for a Fantastic 2018. I start everyday with all of these products and am so blessed to have them. I invite you to try them.

-LifeLong Vitality® Pack

-Slim & Sassy® TrimShake

-Mito2Max® Energy & Stamina Complex

-Deep Blue® Rub Soothing Lotion

I don’t know about you, but as the temperature drops and the days get shorter, I begin to think about warm baths, days in, and ways to slow down and show myself some love! 

I practice self-care by taking the time to play with fun DIY that I can later use myself. (That’s DOUBLE self-love if you ask me!)

Unfortunately, a lot of methods of self-care can cause harm, such as harmful chemicals in store bought bath and beauty products.

This is why DIY is the way to go! Know every ingredient, get more bang for your buck, and have fun making things EXACTLY how you want them!

I also think it is very important for you to pamper yourself. I don't know what I would do without my massages. I want you to take a moment and pick up the phone and make yourself an appointment for a massage or whatever you love to do to pamper yourself, a pedicure or whatever you like. You deserve it! 

Here are some DIY Recipes to Enjoy and Pamper yourself. 

Bath salts are incredible way to moisturize, exfoliate, supplement magnesium, AND relax. These fizzy Peppermint bath salts also give the added bonus of a fun fizzle, similar to popular bath bombs!

Instructions:

In a dry bowl, combine the salts, essential oil, and food coloring until thoroughly combined. Then add baking soda and citric acid until completely mixed together. Divide into airtight containers into however many servings you would like (I usually do 3-4).

*Be sure to store these in a DRY environment or the fizziness will deactivate.

To Use:

Pour desired amount into a warm bath and RELAX!

(Note that you can prepare these like bath bombs if you have molds. If you do not care for the fizzle, omit the citric acid and just simply mix everything together!)

Dry skin is a common complaint as the air gets cold and dry and our skin doesn’t know quite how to acclimate without ample moisturization. No fear, I’ve got a solution for you: lotion bars! They are easy to make, smell wonderful, and are GREAT for your skin.

I also recommend Wintergreen, Peppermint, Lavender, and Wild Orange!

Instructions:

-Melt coconut oil, shea butter, and beeswax in double boiler

(*Tip: if you do not have a double boiler, you can place a large mason jar filled with the ingredients in a pot of shallow hot water, but BE CAREFUL)

-Stir constantly until mixture is fully melted and incorporated

-Remove from heat and add essential oils

-Pour mixture in desired container. Candy or ice trays or empty deodorant tubes work great!

Be sure to store these in a COOL environment (like the fridge) or they may melt.

To Use:

-If chilled, heat up lotion bar by rubbing it in between your hands to make application easier

-Rub desired amount in desired areas (or all over!)   

These also make great gifts!

Chapped Lips are a thing of the past with this holiday lip balm! I’m sorry, but you are lying if you say you NEVER suffer from chapped lips. Okay, maybe you aren’t lying, but you are LUCKY. Try this yummy Cinnamon Orange Lip Balm to keep your lips smooth all winter long!

Instructions:

-Melt coconut oil, shea butter, and beeswax in double boiler

-Keep mixture on heat and stir until it is fully melted

-Add essential oils

-Pour mixture into small jars, lip balm tubes, or any other desired container

To Use:

Apply directly onto your lips or with your finger.

A good salve can be the base to many amazing recipes. Similar to the texture of petroleum jelly, you can customize this salve with essential oils to meet your needs.

Ingredients:

-1/2 cup grapeseed oil

-1/2 cup almond oil

-2 tablespoons beeswax

-1/2 tablespoon vitamin E oil

-5 drops each of Lavender, Cypress, Melaleuca, Frankincense, and Eucalyptus essential oils

Directions:

-Melt beeswax in double boiler

-Once melted, add grapeseed, almond, and vitamin E oil until melted.

-Let cool for 2-3 minutes.

-Add essential oils and stir.

-Pour in container of choice and allow to set for 2 hours.

To Use:

-Apply to skin.
(I recommend the chest, bottom of the feet, or the base of the neck. I also prefer Coconut oil and Olive oil instead of grapeseed and almond.

As for customization, you could add dōTERRA® Breathe® to help maintain feelings of clear airways, dōTERRA® Serenity® or Lavender to help you rest better, or Citrus Bliss® for an invigorating moisturizer. So many options, use what you would like. 

As much as the holiday season is full of fun and love, it can also bring in a lot of stress. Stress on our bodies can make us physically ill, mentally foggy, and even, dare I say it, cranky!

Try this blend in your favorite massage oil base (or even just your favorite carrier oil!):

3 drops of Frankincense

2 drops of Ginger

4 drops of Orange

3 drops of Cedarwood

Frankincense is one of my FAVORITE oils for meditation and daily stress relief. Cedarwood is great for grounding and feeling more balanced. Orange is uplifting and makes me happy! And last but not least, Ginger plays a huge role in encouraging circulation. This combination is the perfect mix for a nice, warming, stress-destroying massage!

Or you can throw it in a bottle and it’s the perfect gift for a loved one!

Ingredients:

-15 drops of Frankincense essential oil

-15 drops of Grapefruit essential oil

-30 drops of Siberian Fir essential oil

-Glass Spray bottle

Instructions:

-Fill spray bottle with water to fill it about ¾ of the way full

-Add essential oils

-Top off with water if necessary

-Shake it up & enjoy!

*I know we may not all have the same size spray bottle, so the amount of each ingredient may be a little different for you. One thing to remember is keeping a 2-to-1 ratio for the Siberian Fir to the Frankincense and Grapefruit.

This room spray smells GREAT. At first there's a top note of Grapefruit, mingled with just a hint of Frankincense. The Douglas Fir lends an apple-like scent, and after being in the air for a little while, the Grapefruit fades to a faint sparkle to reveal a heartier base note of apple, pine, and a spicy, earthy resin from the Frankincense. You can't help but be in a good mood when you've got this magic in the air!

You can purchase aluminum spray bottles at 

Aromatools.com, sunburst.com or in bulk at essentialsbycatalina.com

I could take up all of our time just telling you my favorite blends, so I will try my best to shorten my list...

If I missed any that you LOVE, share below, please!

Frosty Forest

-3 drops White Fir

-2 drops Cypress

-1 drop Cedarwood

By the Fire

-2 drops White Orange

-2 drops Frankincense

-2 drops Cinnamon

Long Winter’s Sleep

-1 drop Cassia

-2 drops Cedarwood

-2 drops Wild Orange

Bye, Bye Winter Blues

-3 drops Citrus Bliss

-2 drops Juniper Berry

-2 drops Frankincense

Winter Chai

-3 drops Orange

-1 drop Cinnamon

-1 drop Cardamom

-1 drop Clove

Holly Jolly

-1 drop Lemongrass

-2 drops Wild Orange

-2 drops Juniper Berry

-3 drops Citrus Bliss

Fresh Snow

-3 drops White Fir

-2 drops Cardamom

-1 drop Clove

Candy Cane

-4 drops Peppermint

-3 drops Bergamot

Bright and Merry

-2 drops Lemon

-1 drop Wild Orange

-1 drop Siberian Fir

-1 drop Citrus Bliss

-1 drop Cinnamon

Warm and Cozy

-2 drops Cinnamon

-2 drops Wild Orange

-2 drops Clove

One of my favorite things to do with essential oils is cook with them. At the top right hand corner of this blog is an ebook on how to cook with essential oils and also you can click on the tab above for tips and tricks. We did our whole Thanksgiving dinner with essential oils and it was delicious. We are doing it again for Christmas and New Years. We also made some holiday treats with the oils, Lemon bars (I could eat the whole pan myself, Peppermint bark and ginger cookies. Yum 
You can go to my website www.kollettechambers.com for the recipes and for winter round up recipes click on the link below. Enjoy!

Just take a look at these recipes on the doTERRA blog: https://www.doterra.com/US/en/blog/recipe-roundup-essential-oil-recipes-for-winter

I love share essential oils and my experience with them. I invite you to bring them into your home. 

Enjoy the Holiday Season! 

References and photos from Synduit.com and doTERRA.com

**These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.