Essential Oils, Health, Self-Discovery

Be Ready for Anything: Build Your Own doTERRA Kits for Camping, Travel, First Aid & More

Ever had one of those trips where you wish you had that one thing? Whether you’re soaking up sunshine at the beach, sleeping under the stars, or navigating a new city, having the right essentials on hand can make all the difference. That’s where customizable doTERRA kits come in. Compact, powerful, and full of natural solutions—these kits bring peace of mind wherever life takes you.

Let’s dive into a few themed kits that will have you ready for adventure, healing, and everyday self-care.


🌲 Camping Kit: Nature’s First Aid in Your Backpack

Camping is magical—but bites, burns, and bumps happen. Your doTERRA camping kit is like a wilderness whisperer in a zipper pouch.

Must-Haves:

  • TerraShield® Outdoor Blend & TerraShield® Spray – Nature’s bug blocker in a bottle. Apply to wrists, ankles, and neck before heading out.
  • Purify® – A fresh-smelling blend to help with musty tents, smoky clothes, or that unidentifiable camping smell.
  • Lavender – Calm bites, soothe skin after sun, and support a good night’s rest in the wild.
  • Correct-X® – A natural ointment for cuts, scrapes, and minor burns—no sting, just healing.
  • Peppermint Beadlets – Freshen breath and cool down after a long hike.

🏖️ Beach Kit: Sand, Sun & Soothing Oils

Beach days are the best days—until sunburn, salt, or sticky sand tries to ruin the vibe. With your beach-ready kit, you can stay radiant and refreshed.

Beachside Essentials:

  • Helichrysum – Often called “liquid stitches,” this powerhouse oil is amazing for minor skin irritations and scrapes.
  • Fractionated Coconut Oil – Great for creating soothing after-sun blends or hydrating dry skin.
  • Lavender Touch – Roll on after a long day in the sun for a calming and restorative boost.
  • Peppermint – Mix with water in a spray bottle for a beach-friendly cooling mist.
  • Deep Blue® Stick – For post-paddleboard sore muscles or sandy volleyball aftermath.

🚑 First Aid Kit: Natural Support at Your Fingertips

Life doesn’t wait for you to get home to deal with discomfort. Keep a compact essential oil first aid kit on hand for everyday oopsies.

Natural First Responders:

  • Tea Tree (Melaleuca) – Clean and soothe skin irritations and blemishes.
  • Frankincense – Support cellular repair and healing—especially for bumps and bruises.
  • Clove – Natural relief for tooth and gum discomfort.
  • On Guard® Sanitizing Mist – Clean hands, shopping carts, door handles—wherever you go.
  • Correct-X® – Again, because it’s just that good.

✈️ Travel Kit: Jet Lag, Germs & Joyful Journeys

Planes, trains, and automobiles can be thrilling—but exhausting too. Keep your vitality high and your immune system supported wherever you go.

Travel Favorites:

  • On Guard® Softgels – Immune support on-the-go.
  • DigestZen® Touch – For travel tummy troubles.
  • Adaptiv® Touch – Keep calm in crowded airports or during stressful travel hiccups.
  • Peppermint Touch – Invigorate the senses and relieve travel tension.
  • doTERRA Deep Blue® Stick – TSA-compliant and ready to soothe sore muscles after lugging suitcases.

Pro Tip: Pack your oils in a doTERRA keychain case with 5/8 dram bottles or mini rollers. Pinterest has tons of cute DIY travel kits for inspiration!


Whether you’re in a cozy cabin, a noisy hotel room, or just need help winding down at home, having a sleep kit on hand can make drifting off feel effortless.

Soothing Sleep Staples:

  • Serenity® Softgels – Promote restful sleep without grogginess. Take 30 minutes before bed to help calm the mind and body.
  • doTERRA Serenity® Stick – Glide onto your chest, neck, or bottom of feet before bed for a comforting, lavender-infused ritual.
  • Shinrin-Yoku® – Inspired by the Japanese practice of “forest bathing,” this blend is ideal for diffusing at bedtime. It promotes a deep sense of relaxation and connection to nature—like sleeping under the stars, even if you’re not.

Pair this kit with a diffuser and a simple sleep routine to signal your body that it’s time to rest—no matter where you are.


🎒 Bonus: Everyday Grab-&-Go Kit

Not heading anywhere fancy? That’s okay! Life throws curveballs every day—be prepared.

Keep These On You:

  • Breathe® Touch – Clear airways in stuffy environments.
  • Motivate® Touch – Boost energy before meetings or school drop-off.
  • Copaiba – Grounding and calming, especially in moments of stress.
  • Sun Lip Balm – Natural hydration with a touch of soothing oils.
  • Rescuer® from the Kids Collection – Great for tension, growing pains, or just a little extra comfort.

🧼 Easy Storage & Stylish Ideas

Pinterest is brimming with adorable DIY storage ideas:

  • Repurposed Altoid tins
  • Hanging toiletry bags
  • Personalized pouches with labels
  • Magnetic spice jars turned oil holders

Your kits don’t have to be bulky to be effective. A few well-chosen oils and products can go a long way!


Final Thoughts: Choose Your Adventure, Pack with Purpose

Whether you’re building one of these kits or mixing and matching for your lifestyle, doTERRA empowers you to take wellness with you. These natural tools don’t just support the body—they create peace of mind, confidence, and joy wherever life leads.

💬 Want help customizing your own essential oil kit? I’d love to help you create something perfect for your needs—whether it’s for your car, your kids, or your next big getaway.

Ready to pack wellness in your bag? Let’s go.

Energy Healing, Healing Journey, Health

The Healing Power of Belief: How the Mind Fuels Recovery

Belief is more than just a hopeful thought—it can be a powerful therapeutic tool. Across cultures and medical paradigms, belief has played a central role in the healing process, influencing everything from patient outcomes to how societies understand illness. Drawing from scholarly insights and energy healing modalities, we explore how belief shapes healing in profound and measurable ways.


Belief as a Catalyst for Healing

According to Warner (2006), belief is not merely a psychological comfort but a functional component of the healing process. Warner points out that belief engages both the mind and body, triggering neurochemical responses that can reduce pain, enhance mood, and even strengthen the immune system. This is evident in the placebo effect, where patients improve after receiving treatments with no active medical ingredients—simply because they believe the treatment will work.​

What’s striking is that belief doesn’t need to be medically “rational” to be effective. Even rituals or treatments without scientific backing can promote recovery if the patient has strong faith in them. This doesn’t diminish the value of evidence-based medicine; rather, it shows how incorporating the patient’s mindset and cultural background can enhance clinical care.​


The Cultural Context of Belief and Healing

The influence of belief also has deep cultural roots. In traditional societies, belief systems are integral to healing rituals, carrying real therapeutic weight. When patients trust in the healer and the ritual, their bodies often respond positively.​

Belief can validate the treatment in the eyes of the patient and the community, reinforcing its efficacy through collective trust. In this way, folk healing isn’t just about herbs or chants—it’s about shared meaning, expectation, and psychological alignment.​


Mind Over Medicine: Insights from Behavioral Health

Research demonstrates how belief influences medical outcomes. Positive beliefs can lower stress, improve treatment adherence, and reduce the perception of symptoms. Belief becomes a mechanism through which patients reclaim agency over their health, particularly in chronic or uncertain medical conditions. Trust in the process—whether through conventional medicine, alternative therapies, or spiritual practices—can empower healing in ways that are both biological and emotional.​Discover Healing


Energy Healing Modalities: Emotion Code, Body Code, and Belief Code

Dr. Bradley Nelson’s energy healing modalities—The Emotion Code, The Body Code, and The Belief Code—offer structured approaches to harnessing belief in the healing process.​Discover Healing

  • The Emotion Code: Focuses on identifying and releasing trapped emotions that may be causing physical or emotional distress. By addressing these emotional energies, individuals can restore balance and promote healing.​Discover Healing
  • The Body Code: Expands upon The Emotion Code by encompassing a broader range of imbalances, including structural, nutritional, and energetic issues. It aims to uncover and correct the root causes of discomfort and disease.​
  • The Belief Code: Targets limiting beliefs stored in the subconscious mind. By identifying and transforming these beliefs, individuals can remove mental barriers to healing and personal growth.​Discover Healing

These modalities utilize muscle testing to communicate with the subconscious mind, allowing practitioners to pinpoint and address specific issues. By aligning the conscious and subconscious beliefs, they facilitate a holistic healing process that integrates the power of belief.​Discover Healing


Conclusion

Belief is more than a placebo—it is a dynamic part of the healing equation. It bridges the mind-body divide, amplifies the effects of treatment, and connects patients to their cultural and spiritual roots. By recognizing and respecting the role of belief, practitioners can foster more holistic, empathetic, and effective care.​


References

Bascom, W. (1949). The bearing of folk belief on cure and healing. Journal of American Folklore, 62(243), 306–313. https://www.jstor.org/stable/3814395

Discover Healing. (n.d.). The Belief Code. https://discoverhealing.com/the-belief-code/Discover Healing+3Discover Healing+3Discover Healing+3

Discover Healing. (n.d.). The Emotion Code. https://discoverhealing.com/the-emotion-code/Discover Healing

Discover Healing. (n.d.). The Body Code. https://discoverhealing.com/the-body-code/

Warner, E. (2006). The role of belief in healing. Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine, 99(4), 199–201. https://doi.org/10.1258/jrsm.99.4.199