Ever stared at your essential oil bottles and thought, “What now?” You’re not alone! That question is exactly what inspired our most recent class: 100 Uses for Essential Oils—and what a class it was!
Whether you’re brand new to essential oils or you’ve got a collection that rivals a small apothecary, this class was designed to take your oil use from hesitant to heck yes!
We laughed, we learned, we sniffed, we blended—and yes, we discovered dozens of ways to stop letting our oils gather dust and start letting them do the work they were made to do.
🌿 What We Covered: A Quick Recap
Our class was based on the super-handy guide 100 Uses for Essential Oils, and WOW—there’s a lot packed into that little booklet. Here’s how we broke it down in class:
✨ The Three Main Ways to Use Oils
Aromatic: Think diffusers, room sprays, and breathing in oils straight from your hands. We demoed some mood-boosting blends and even made a linen spray!
Topical: From head tension to bug bites to glowing skin—applying oils directly (with proper dilution) is a game-changer.
Internal: Yep, you can safely take some oils internally! Think Lemon in your water or DigestZen in a veggie cap for those tricky tummy days.
🌀 10 Everyday Categories That Covered It All:
We walked through 10 main areas where essential oils shine—and how YOU can put them to work in your everyday life:
Aromatic Use – Create uplifting or calming environments with just a few drops.
Topical Use – Rollers, massage blends, and tension-targeting tricks.
Internal Use – Gentle ways to support your immune and digestive systems.
Cooking – Elevate flavor and health with oils like Basil, Lemon, and Cinnamon.
Cleaning – Safe, non-toxic DIYs that leave your space sparkling and fresh.
Wellness – Think immunity, energy, and overall vitality.
Sleep – Because we all deserve better rest. Serenity, Lavender, and Roman Chamomile, anyone?
Hygiene + Personal Care – Ditch the chemicals and love your body with natural swaps.
Fitness – From pre-workout motivation to post-workout muscle love.
Mood Management – Oils that support emotional balance and mental clarity.
And yes—every single one of those had real-life, practical, doable tips. Plus, participants went home with their very own 100 Uses for Essential Oils handout to keep the inspiration going.
🎁 Missed It? You Still Have Options!
If you missed the class—don’t worry! You can still get your own copy of the 100 Uses for Essential Oils guide by scheduling a free 15-minute wellness consult with me. We’ll personalize your oils for your life, goals, and needs.
Want to host a version of this class with your friends or team? Let’s talk! I’d love to bring this oil adventure to your living room or Zoom screen.
🌈 Final Thoughts
Essential oils don’t have to be confusing. With a little guidance (and a lot of fun), they can become essential to how you care for your home, your body, and your emotions.
So go ahead—diffuse something uplifting. Roll something calming on your wrists. Drop some Lemon in your water. Because you’re more than capable of using your oils with confidence, purpose, and joy.
Hormones can feel like the invisible puppeteers behind our mood, energy, weight, skin, sleep, and even our sense of identity. When they’re in balance, life flows. But when they’re not? Cue the irritability, fatigue, brain fog, breakouts, night sweats, or roller-coaster emotions. Whether you’re navigating puberty, pregnancy, perimenopause, or the pressures of daily life, hormonal harmony is essential for thriving—not just surviving.
What if there were natural, effective tools to help you feel like you again?
Support from the Inside Out: Nutrition and Supplementation for Hormone Balance
True hormonal balance begins at the table. The body needs a wide variety of nutrients to produce hormones, regulate the endocrine system, and support detox pathways that clear out excess estrogen, cortisol, and other hormone byproducts.
Research shows that the following whole foods can naturally support hormonal harmony:
Cruciferous vegetables (like broccoli, cauliflower, and kale) contain compounds such as indole-3-carbinol, which help the liver metabolize estrogen more efficiently (Snyder, 2019).
Healthy fats from avocados, nuts, seeds, and wild-caught fish provide the building blocks for sex hormones like estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone (Lawton & Hintze, 2020).
Leafy greens and whole grains support adrenal function by supplying B vitamins and magnesium—key nutrients depleted by chronic stress (Snyder, 2019).
Fermented foods like sauerkraut and kefir promote gut health, which is essential for mood regulation and estrogen detoxification (doTERRA, 2024).
Antioxidant-rich fruits such as berries, pomegranate, and citrus support cellular health and reduce inflammation, which can impair hormone production (Hintze & Lawton, 2020).
Even with the cleanest diet, modern stress, soil depletion, and digestive issues can make it hard to absorb and utilize all the nutrients our bodies need. That’s where targeted, high-quality supplementation comes in.
VMG+ Whole-Food Nutrient Complex: Essential vitamins and minerals from whole foods, formulated for optimal absorption and bioavailability.
EO Mega+ Complex: A blend of marine- and plant-sourced omega fatty acids with essential oils to support brain, cardiovascular, and joint health.
PB Restore ProBiome Complex: Promotes gut health, which is closely tied to mood, immunity, and hormonal balance.
Together, these tools lay the groundwork for hormonal harmony, helping you absorb and respond to the benefits of essential oils even more effectively. This trio supports cellular function, immune regulation, and the body’s ability to detox excess hormones, key to restoring energy and equilibrium.
Enter Essential Oils*
Essential oils—especially when sourced for purity and therapeutic benefit like those from doTERRA—can play a vital role in supporting the endocrine system, regulating stress, boosting mood, and easing transitions. Backed by science and endorsed by holistic practitioners, these plant-based powerhouses may be your secret weapon to go from frazzled to fabulous.
Essential Oils for Women: Hormonal Shifts Through the Seasons of Life
Puberty
Puberty brings a surge of estrogen and progesterone, often resulting in breakouts, mood swings, and growing pains—emotionally and physically. Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia), Clary Sage (Salvia sclarea), and Frankincense (Boswellia carterii) can help soothe the nervous system and balance hormones.
Clary Sage contains phytoestrogens, making it particularly helpful for hormone regulation, cramps, and emotional swings (Snyder, 2019).
Lavender supports calm, reduces anxiousness, and aids sleep—critical for developing bodies and minds (Lawton & Hintze, 2020).
Tea Tree (Melaleuca) is a go-to for supporting clear skin, especially when diluted and applied to blemishes.
Prenatal and Postnatal Support
During pregnancy and postpartum, hormones fluctuate dramatically. While not all essential oils are safe during pregnancy, gentle, targeted use can ease nausea, promote sleep, reduce swelling, and uplift mood.
Ginger and Peppermint can help manage morning sickness (Hintze & Lawton, 2020).
Roman Chamomile and Lavenderencourage relaxation and sleep—key to prenatal and postpartum recovery.
Clary Sage may support uterine tone in the final weeks but should be avoided until full term (Snyder, 2019).
These stages bring fluctuating estrogen, hot flashes, insomnia, and brain fog. Enter the powerhouses:
Clary Calm® Monthly Blend for Women is a doTERRA favorite for balancing hormones, easing cramps, reducing heat, and smoothing emotional highs and lows.
Peppermint and Geranium can reduce hot flashes and support temperature regulation (doTERRA, 2024).
Rose, Ylang Ylang, and Jasmine not only support hormone balance but also enhance libido and emotional openness.
For deeper cellular support during this transition, MetaPWR Advantage Lemon-Orange or Pomegranate-Cherry offers a revolutionary way to support collagen, NAD+ production, and metabolic health—all critical to graceful aging, energy levels, and hormone resilience.
Essential Oils for Men: Supporting Balance from Puberty On
Hormone balance is often overlooked in men, but testosterone, cortisol, DHEA, and insulin play critical roles in mood, energy, motivation, and reproductive health. Essential oils offer holistic tools to support mental clarity, stamina, and emotional steadiness.
Puberty and Young Adulthood
With rising testosterone comes increased aggression, oily skin, and sleep disturbances.
Adaptiv® Calming Blend is ideal for high-stress professions or those juggling many roles. It promotes clarity, calm, and adaptability.
Copaiba (taken sublingually or in a softgel) interacts with the body’s endocannabinoid system to regulate inflammation, ease anxious feelings, and support sleep—key for testosterone production (doTERRA, 2024).
Rosemary essential oil has been shown to stimulate mental clarity and circulation. It may also support hair and scalp health, which some men associate with confidence and self-image (Snyder, 2019).
Thyme essential oil contains thymol, a compound that may support testosterone levels and immune resilience. Apply diluted to the bottoms of the feet or diffuse regularly (Snyder, 2019).
In addition, men benefit from MetaPWR Advantage Lemon-Orange or Pomegranate-Cherry for healthy aging, blood sugar balance, mitochondrial function, and joint support. It’s a powerhouse formula that bridges the gap between peak performance and graceful longevity.
From Frazzled to Fabulous: Practical Tips
No matter your age or stage, here are tools you can begin using today:
Diffuse daily: Try Balance® in the morning and Serenity® in the evening to ground and rest your nervous system.
Roller blends: Use Clary Calm® across the abdomen or inner ankles during your cycle.
Dilute and apply: Add Lavender or Frankincense to your nighttime skincare or to the bottoms of your feet before bed.
Most importantly—listen to your body. Essential oils and nutrients are tools for empowerment, not one-size-fits-all solutions. Pair them with rest, movement, hydration, and joy. Your path to balance may be one drop at a time, but it’s absolutely within reach.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
We’re often told to “rest” when we’re overwhelmed. But rest is not one-size-fits-all—and it’s certainly not limited to a nap or a weekend off. True self-care begins when we learn how to listen: not just to the noise of the world around us, but to the whispers within.
There are many types of rest—seven, in fact. Each one speaks to a different dimension of our being: physical, emotional, mental, sensory, social, creative, and spiritual. Understanding which kind of rest you truly need is the beginning of deep self-care and regeneration.
If you’re feeling drained and unsure why—this post is for you.
Let’s explore how you can reconnect with your whole self and discover what you really need to feel nourished, restored, and alive.
7 Types of Rest: A Brief Reflection
Physical Rest – Your body asks for stillness. This might mean sleep, stretching, or a walk.
Emotional Rest – Your heart longs to release. Self-care, boundary-setting, and journaling help here.
Mental Rest – Your mind seeks space. Take a break, play with puzzles, practice mindfulness.
Sensory Rest – Your senses crave quiet. Step away from screens, be in nature, enjoy a book.
Social Rest – Your soul needs connection—or solitude. Spend time with loved ones or simply be alone.
Creative Rest – Your spirit yearns to express. Paint, write, explore something new.
Spiritual Rest – Your inner self calls for meaning. Meditate, reflect, and reconnect.
Guided Meditation: Tuning Into Your True Needs
Find a quiet space where you won’t be disturbed. Sit or lie down comfortably. Let this be a sacred moment for yourself.
After the Meditation: Journal for Inner Discovery
Take a few moments now to write freely. Download the workbook and let these prompts guide you into deeper self-awareness.
Rest is not a reward for burnout. It is your birthright.
When you rest with awareness—when you ask your inner self what you need and respond with love—you begin to regenerate. Not just physically, but energetically, emotionally, and spiritually.
This is the heart of self-care. Not a checklist, but a relationship—with yourself.
So today, give yourself permission to pause. Tune in. And respond.
There is wisdom within you. It’s been waiting patiently for your attention.
You don’t need to do more. You need to feel more. Be more. Trust more.
What if your wellness plan didn’t start with restriction or overwhelm—but with a strong, simple foundation?
The doTERRA Foundational Wellness Bundle gives your body what it needs to thrive daily. But when you want to personalize your health goals—whether it’s better digestion, deeper sleep, improved mood, or a metabolism that works with you—it’s time to explore targeted solutions that meet you where you are.
Let’s walk through how to build your personalized wellness path—starting with your foundation and layering in intentional support.
Start by downloading your Wellness Lifestyle Assessment.
True wellness starts with giving your body the essential building blocks it needs every day—nutrients, healthy fats, and digestive support that work together to energize, balance, and strengthen your body from within.
VMG+ Whole-Food Nutrient Complex – A daily multivitamin made with naturally sourced vitamins and minerals to support immune, bone, and cellular health.
EO Mega+ Essential Oil Omega Complex – A blend of plant- and marine-based omega-3s infused with essential oils and astaxanthin to support brain, heart, and joint health.
PB Restore ProBiome Complex – A revolutionary 3-in-1 pre-, pro-, and post-biotic formula that helps restore gut balance and support immune and digestive health.
These three daily essentials create a strong foundation to help you feel better from the inside out. But for most of us, that’s just the beginning. You can layer in specific support depending on your current needs and goals.
Whether you’re focused on digestion, sleep, mood, movement, or metabolism, doTERRA has solutions to help you go further. Start with two to three of the following categories based on your wellness priorities.
🌿 Digestion Support
If you feel bloated, uncomfortable, or sluggish after meals:
DigestZen® Essential Oil Blend or Softgels – Supports healthy digestion and soothes occasional discomfort.
Lemon Essential Oil – Add a drop to water for gentle daily cleansing and digestive support.
TerraZyme® Digestive Enzymes – Help break down food and improve nutrient absorption.
💛 Emotional Wellness
Feeling stressed, scattered, or emotionally overwhelmed?
Adaptiv® Calming Blend Capsules – Support emotional balance and resilience.
Lavender – A classic oil for relaxation, calm, and improved sleep quality.
Frankincense – Grounding, centering, and supportive of overall neurological function.
💤 Sleep & Rest
If you want to fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer:
doTERRA Serenity® Restful Complex Softgels – Combines Lavender and botanicals to help you wind down and rest.
Copaiba Softgels – Nourish your nervous system and promote overall calm.
Lavender & Cedarwood – Diffuse before bed or apply to the bottoms of feet.
🔥 Metabolism & Weight Support
Looking to support healthy weight, energy, and metabolic function?
MetaPWR® Metabolic System – A powerful trio (MetaPWR Blend, Softgels, and Assist) that supports metabolic health, energy levels, and graceful aging.
MetaPWR® Blend – Add to water throughout the day to help manage appetite and support fat metabolism.
MetaPWR® Softgels – Convenient capsules for targeted support on the go.
🏃♀️ Movement & Recovery
Whether you’re starting a new workout routine or managing everyday activity:
MetaPWR® Blend and Softgels – Support stamina, muscle energy, and recovery so you can stay active longer.
Deep Blue® Rub or Oil – Apply before or after movement to soothe tired muscles and support comfort.
Turmeric Dual Chamber Capsules – Combines oil and extract for powerful recovery, inflammation support, and antioxidant action.
🔬 Cellular Support
Looking for vitality that runs deep? Focus on your cells:
DDR Prime® Softgels – Cellular renewal support to protect against oxidative stress.
Alpha CRS+ – Found in LLV and rich in polyphenols to support longevity and mitochondrial health.
Frankincense – A master oil that supports cellular, immune, and emotional wellness.
Identify Two to Three Target Areas – Focus on what your body and mind need most right now.
Add Targeted Support Products – Layer in oils or supplements that help address your goals.
Book a Wellness Consult – Get customized guidance and build a plan that works for you long-term.
🌍 Why Choose doTERRA?
doTERRA stands for purity, transparency, and purpose. Their CPTG® Certified Pure Tested Grade essential oils and supplements are rigorously tested, ethically sourced, and backed by science—so you can trust what you’re putting into your body.
From supporting immune health to emotional balance to graceful aging, doTERRA gives you powerful natural tools that make a difference.
✨ Final Thoughts
You don’t need to overhaul your life to feel better—you just need a foundation and a plan. Start simple, listen to your body, and layer in support that’s aligned with your goals.
With the Foundational Wellness Bundle and intentional product choices, you can build a wellness routine that supports your energy, clarity, mood, movement, and more.
Wellness isn’t a destination—it’s a lifestyle. And you deserve one that feels vibrant, resilient, and uniquely you.
There’s something sacred about pausing long enough to breathe deeply, to ask the deeper questions, and to connect with the One who knit us together. In a world rushing to do more, be more, and prove more, the greatest shift we can make is to slow down and align with our divine design.
That’s exactly what we’re doing in our upcoming class on Spiritual Health—and it’s not your typical “self-help” moment. This is soul work. The kind that ignites purpose, awakens potential, and calls us into the full expression of who we are created to be.
🕊 Essential Oils: Ancient Tools for Modern Faith
When I first started exploring essential oils, I had no idea they would become spiritual tools in my wellness journey. But the more I learned—especially from experts like Dr. Josh Axe, who teaches about the Oils of the Bible—the more I realized God’s provision has always included the natural world.
There are approximately 33 specific essential oils and aromatic oils mentioned in the Bible, with hundreds of references throughout.
John 12:3 (KJV) Then took Mary a pound of ointment of spikenard, very costly, and anointed the feet of Jesus, and wiped his feet with her hair: and the house was filled with the odour of the ointment.
1 Samuel 16:12–13 (KJV) 12 And he sent, and brought him in. Now he was ruddy, and withal of a beautiful countenance, and goodly to look to. And the Lord said, Arise, anoint him: for this is he. 13 Then Samuel took the horn of oil, and anointed him in the midst of his brethren: and the Spirit of the Lord came upon David from that day forward. So Samuel rose up, and went to Ramah.
The Holy Anointing Oil, as described in Exodus, was a blend specifically designed by God for consecration.
Exodus 30:22–25 (KJV) 22 Moreover the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 23 Take thou also unto thee principal spices, of pure myrrh five hundred shekels, and of sweet cinnamon half so much, even two hundred and fifty shekels, and of sweet calamus two hundred and fifty shekels, 24 And of cassia five hundred shekels, after the shekel of the sanctuary, and of oil olive an hin: 25 And thou shalt make it an oil of holy ointment, an ointment compound after the art of the apothecary: it shall be an holy anointing oil.
Isn’t it beautiful to think He gave us a recipe for holiness? Dr. Axe explains how these oils supported not only the body but also the spirit—offering grounding, clarity, and divine connection.
And today, with the purity and power of doTERRA essential oils, we have access to these same gifts—ready to support our spiritual practice in a deeply tangible way.
1. Frankincense
Biblical Use:
Presented to Jesus by the wise men (Matthew 2:11)
Used in incense offerings (Exodus 30:34)
Symbol of prayer, worship, and holiness (Leviticus 2:1–2)
Modern Use:
Soothes skin when used topically
Supports meditation, spiritual connection, and emotional grounding
Promotes healthy cellular function and immune support
3. Cinnamon
Biblical Use:
Ingredient in the Holy Anointing Oil (Exodus 30:23)
Symbol of holiness, warmth, and sacred covering
Modern Use:
Supports healthy metabolic function and immune response
Warming oil that invigorates body and mind
Used in cooking, diffusing, and topical blends
5. Spikenard
Biblical Use:
Mary anointed Jesus’ feet with spikenard (John 12:3)
Symbol of extravagant worship and devotion (Song of Solomon 1:12)
Modern Use:
Deeply calming and emotionally centering
Supports skin health and hormonal balance
Encourages humility, worship, and inner peace
7. Sandalwood (Biblical equivalent: Aloes)
Biblical Use:
Mentioned as “aloes” in the preparation of Jesus’ burial (John 19:39)
Symbol of fragrance, healing, and sacred intimacy (Proverbs 7:17, Song of Solomon 4:14)
Modern Use:
Deeply grounding and spiritually centering
Promotes healthy skin and enhances meditation
Used in rituals, anointing, and emotional work
2. Myrrh
Biblical Use:
Used in embalming and purification (John 19:39, Esther 2:12)
One of the gifts brought to Jesus at His birth (Matthew 2:11)
Part of the Holy Anointing Oil (Exodus 30:23)
Modern Use:
Often used in oral care and natural perfumes
Calms the nervous system and supports emotional healing
Excellent for skin (especially dry or aging skin)
4. Cedarwood
Biblical Use:
Associated with cleansing and purification (Leviticus 14:4–6)
Symbol of strength and longevity (Psalm 92:12, 1 Kings 6:15–18)
Modern Use:
Grounds emotions and calms the nervous system
Supports restful sleep
Encourages feelings of safety and stability
6. Cassia
Biblical Use:
Used in the Holy Anointing Oil (Exodus 30:24)
Represents dedication and consecration
Modern Use:
Similar in properties to cinnamon (they’re botanical cousins)
Supports immunity and healthy digestion
Emotionally uplifting and purifying
8. Cypress
Biblical Use:
Used in temple construction (Isaiah 44:14, 1 Kings 6:34)
Represents strength, eternal life, and transition
Modern Use:
Supports circulation and respiratory function
Emotionally helps with transitions, grief, and letting go
Grounding yet uplifting; often used in spiritual work
🌟 Enter the BrilliantPlus App: Your Faith-Based Strengths Companion
Have you heard about the NEW BrilliantPlus app? It’s a transformational tool that bridges faith and personal growth through the lens of CliftonStrengths. Whether you’ve known your Top 5 for years or are just discovering what makes you uniquely gifted, this app integrates your strengths with biblical principles and practical applications.
We’ll walk you through how to use the app to explore your God-given design in a deeper way. Think of it as your personal strengths journal, devotional, and growth plan—all rolled into one.
One of my favorite things about CliftonStrengths is that it affirms what many of us have suspected deep down: we are not broken—we are BUILT. And we’re each built uniquely for a reason.
When you see your strengths through the lens of Scripture and the Spirit, everything shifts. You begin to understand that your Achiever drive, your Empathy heart, your Strategic vision—none of it is random. It’s all intentional. And when aligned with faith, it becomes powerful fuel for your calling.
📖 Sneak Peek: Faithfully Unleash Your Strengths
I’m beyond excited to give you a sneak peek at of Ronai Brumett’s upcoming book, Faithfully Unleash Your Strengths. This project has been a labor of love, born from coaching sessions, quiet moments with God, and her journey through healing and purpose.
In the book, Ronai share how to:
See your strengths as spiritual assignments
Pair essential oils with your strengths to support emotional and spiritual alignment
Use the BrilliantPlus app as a daily practice for growth
And most importantly, partner with God in every area of your life
You don’t have to hustle to be worthy. You are already equipped. This book will help you remember that.
If your heart is longing for more—more connection, more clarity, more confidence in who God created you to be. This is your invitation to stop striving and start thriving in alignment with who God created you to be.
Let’s walk this sacred journey together.
With purpose and possibility, LeeAnn Mason Founder, Beyond Possibilities
Beyond Possibilities 