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Spread your Wings Butterfly you have done your time close to the ground. Your Dreams are ready to to grow with your wise spirit you have strived so hard to see. The road blocks are just pebbles on the sand the stars are your guide now to wide open skies. Time it has it taken for you to see that anything is POSSIBLE with Faith and Hope by your side. Live with eyes wide open not missing a single step~ Coach Judie #blessed #focused #DREAMBIG #nevergiveup #BORNTOFLY #freesoul

What I have Learned

One thing Network Marketing of any kind has taught me is to Believe in myself and my Dreams. Never in my 100 JOBS has Corporate America ever wanted success from me they did not believe in me or my abilities. They held me back more then anything. Working from home living your life spending time with family has been the best dream ever to achieve. Pushing you forward giving you incentive after incentive to become better stronger more confident. MLM is nor a scam its a Family whom believe in one another supporting each other to LIVE LIFE NOW. Don't judge what you don't know people your really missing out you truly are. Life is meant to BE LIVED not held back with a chain on your ankle slaving for hours away from your families. Take a chance you might be surprises at its REWARDS.

Coach Judie Introduction my Journey unfolding

Hi, my name is Judie. I have been on my own self improvement journey for almost three years now. My journey has given great value to others struggling with their own weight loss and better style of life journeys. Through this I found passion in helping others with the tools to information that I have learned on my own path. Healthier eating choices, workouts, positive ways of thinking.  I have lost 49 pounds total as of today and I to struggle with plateaus mind over matter issues.  You can follow my journey on Facebook @Coach Judie
I had over a two year adventure with Beachbody doing P90X, Combat, 21 Day Fix, Insanity, Chalene Extreme, Turbo Fire, Turbo Jam. Meeting some pretty amazing people that inspired me and keep inspiring me today. Shannon my Coach got me into coaching I love the products and I love the passion behind the people. Dave and Kate were the Team Leaders even though we are all in this for our own journeys the leaders and coaches here are outstanding with the most drive anyone would want behind them in there path to success. Still friends with many today I still hold a great passion for the products they work or I would not be here today telling my story.

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Everyone has there own story and struggles with FOOD. I am 47 and my body is just struck where it is but I have never given up. I ran three 5ks my first year of my journey my kids challenged me to join them in the Hybrid Adventure Games competition.  Then last year 2014 took me to six events including Rugged Maniac, Kiss Me Dirty, Warrior Dash and volunteering at the Tough Mudder event. 

My most challenged event was the Wine on the Vine I thought it was a 5k and it was a 5 mile run with my daughter. She pushed and encouraged me to finish I made it with tears falling. My friends have started to join me event by event and I enjoy every minute of it. 

Never give up the fight you are worth every tear that falls for our health is what gets us through. Follow my journey on FB I am driven to succeed and reach my goals.  No matter how long it takes.

Over the Counter Drugs vs Essential Oils

Oils

Drugs versus Oils 

Drugs and oils work in opposite ways. Drugs toxify. Oils detoxify. Drugs clog and confuse receptor sites. Oils clean receptor sites.

Drugs depress the immune system. Oils strengthen the immune system. Antibiotics attack bacteria indiscriminately, killing both the good and the bad. Oils attack only the harmful bacteria, allowing our body’s friendly flora to flourish.

Drugs are one-dimensional, programmed like robots to carry out certain actions in the body, whether the body can benefit from them or not. When body conditions change, drugs keep on doing what they were doing, even when their actions are no longer beneficial.

Essential oils are multi-dimensional, filled with homeostatic intelligence to restore the body to a state of healthy balance. When body conditions change, oils adapt, raising or lowering blood pressure as needed, stimulating or repressing enzyme activity as needed, energizing or relaxing as needed. Oils are smart. Drugs are dumb.

Drugs are designed to send misinformation to cells or block certain receptor sites in order to trick the body into giving up symptoms. But drugs never deal with the actual causes of disease. They aren’t designed for that purpose. While they may give prompt relief for certain uncomfortable symptoms, because of their strange, unnatural design, they will always disrupt certain other bodily functions. Thus, you always have some side effects.

Oil molecules send information to cells and cleanse receptor sites so that they bring your body back to natural function. Oils are balancing to the body. Drugs are unbalancing to the body. Oils address the causes of disease at a cellular level by deleting misinformation and reprogramming correct information so that cells function properly and in harmony with one another. With drugs, misinformation is fed into the cells so that some temporary relief may be obtained, but there is never any true healing. Drugs only trade one kind of disease for another.

Because essential oils properly applied always work toward the restoration of proper bodily function, they do not cause undesirable side effects. They are feeding the body with truth. Drugs feed the body with lies. While no amount of truth can contradict itself, it doesn’t take many lies before contradictions occur and the body suffers ill effects.

- See more at: http://healthimpactnews.com/2013/why-essential-oils-heal-and-drugs-dont/#sthash.LCtCgyb9.dpuf

10 Natural Ways to Heal Yourself

1. Tea Tree: Distilled from the Australian plant Melaleuca alternifloria, tea tree is one of the oils that can be used topically -- good news, because it's great for treating skin problems like fungus and blemishes. You can dab it on acne blemishes with a cotton swab to help clear your skin, or apply it to skin fungal infections like athlete's foot. It's also found in many skin care products.

2. Lavender: "Lavender is one of the most versatile oils,” Scarpelli said. "It is more commonly known for its relaxing effects but works on bruises, cuts, and skin irritation too.” Dr. Oz says that the scent of lavender can reduce the levels of stress hormones in your blood. That’s a good reason to put a few drops in your bath in order to help you relax at night. Scarpelli recommends putting a couple of drops of the oil on your hands, rubbing them together and inhaling, then sprinkle a few more on your pillow before you hop in bed.

3. Calendula: Bright-orange calendula flowers are also known as marigold. Calendula can be used in a variety of forms, include as an essential oil. It's particularly good for sensitive skin and can be used to reduce the appearance of acne scars. You can also put a drop in your bath water to soothe psoriasis.

4. Chamomile: You're probably familiar with chamomile used as a tea, but the essential oil has similar properties. It's particularly well known for its relaxing effects, which is why the tea is popular to drink before bed. Add to the effect with a few drops of the oil on your pillowcase.

5. Peppermint: "Peppermint purifies and stimulates the mind. It also can increase mental alertness,” Scarpelli advised. "Dr. William N. Denver of the University of Cinncinati found that inhaling peppermint oil increased mental accuracy by 28 percent.” Peppermint oil is also one of just a handful of oils that can be taken internally, which is fortunate because it’s a great recipe to help indigestion — just mix a few drops in water and drink.

6. Frankincense: Nina Nelson of the blog Shalom Mama says that frankincense is a must-have essential oil in her home. She uses it both for relaxation, such as in baths, and to help minor cuts and bug bites heal more quickly. "Frankincense has been used for thousands of years,” Scarpelli said. "It can be used for depression, inflammation, immunity, and to increase spiritual awareness."

7. Oregano: You may have heard of oil of oregano as a flu fighter. This strong-tasting oil has naturally antibacterial qualities, which is why many think it can help to fight colds and other sicknesses. It is taken topically, often by putting a few drops on the tongue — the taste isn't pleasant but many people swear by it during flu season.

8. Lemon: "Lemon oil can be used not only to detox the body but it can also help with acne,” Scarpelli said. If you want a healthy boost in alertness, a bit of lemon oil mixed 50:50 with a carrier is a great way to give your head a lift. Because of its uplifiting properties, lemon essential oil is also good for increasing focus and concentration. As a bonus, it can help keep fleas away when used on your pets.

9. Grapefruit: Another citrus oil, grapefruit essential oil has properties similar to lemon oil. It's a great choice for people experiencing fatigue and it can help you deal with the effects of jet lag. It's also a natural antiseptic so you can add it to your homemade household cleansers to keep your home safe and clean.

10. Eucalyptus: This is a great oil to have on hand if you get frequent colds or suffer from allergies that affect your breathing and make you congested. "Eucalyptus can be used to relieve sore muscles and help clear sinuses,” Scarpelli said. "It also has many antibacterial properties and has been known to stimulate the immune system." Use it in a vaporizer to loosen up a congested chest or apply it diluted to the inside of your nose to relieve nasal congestion. But never ingest it or use it on your skin undiluted, as it can be irritating.

Essential Oils and CHILDREN what is NOT to be used

• Anise/Aniseed Pimpinella anisum - avoid using (all routes) on children under 5
• Anise (Star) Illicium verum - avoid using (all routes) on children under 5
• Basil (lemon) Ocimum x citriodorum - avoid topical use on children under 2
• Benzoin Styrax benzoin, Styrax paralleloneurus and Styrax tonkinensis - avoid topical use on children under 2
• Birch (sweet) Betula lenta - avoid using (all routes) on children
  
• Black Seed Nigella sativa - avoid topical use on children under 2
• *Cajuput Melaleuca cajuputi, Melaleuca leucadendron - avoid using on children under 6
• *Cardamon Elettaria cardamomum - avoid using on children under 6
• Cassia Cinnamomum cassia, Cinnamomum aromaticum - avoid using on children under 2
• Chaste Tree Vitex agnus castus - avoid using (all routes) on prepubertal children
• Clove Bud, Clove Leaf, Clove Stem Syzygium aromaticum, Eugenia caryophyllata, Eugenia aromatica - avoid topical use on children under 2
• *Cornmint Mentha arvensis, Mentha canadensis - avoid using (all routes) on children under 6
• *Eucalyptus Eucalyptus camaldulensis, Eucalyptus globulus, Eucalyptus maidenii, Eucalyptus plenissima, Eucalyptus kochii, Eucalyptus polybractea, Eucalyptus radiata, Eucalyptus Autraliana,Eucalyptus phellandra, Eucalyptus smithii - avoid using on children under 10
• Fennel (bitter), Fennel (sweet) Foeniculum vulgare - avoid using (all routes) on children under 5
• *Galangal (lesser) Alpinia officinarum, Languas officinarum - avoid using on children under 6
• Garlic Allium sativum - avoid using on children under 2
• Ginger Lily Hedychium coronarium - avoid topical use on children under 2
• *Ho Leaf/Ravintsara Cinnamomum camphora (cineole chemotype)  – avoid using on children under 6
• Hyssop Hyssopus officinalis (pinocamphone chemptype) - avoid using (all routes) on children under 2
• *Laurel Leaf/Bay Laurel Laurus nobilis- avoid topical use on children under 6
• Lemon Leaf/Lemon Petitgrain Citrus x limon, Citrus limonum - avoid topical use on children under 2
• Lemongrass Cymbopogon flexuosus, Andropogon flexuosus, Cymbopogon citratus, Andropogon citratus - avoid topical use on children under 2
• *Marjoram (Spanish) Thymus mastichina - avoid using on children under 6
• Massoia Cryptocarya massoy, Cryptocaria massoia, Massoia aromatica - avoid using on children under 2
• May Chang Litsea cubeba, Litsea citrata, Laura cubeba - avoid using on children under 2
• Melissa/Lemon Balm Melissa officinalis - avoid topical use on children under 2
• *Myrtle (red) Myrtus communis - avoid using on children under 6
• Myrtle (aniseed) Backhousia anisata - avoid using (all routes) on children under 5
• Myrtle (honey) Melaleuca teretifolia - avoid using on children under 2
• Myrtle (lemon)/Sweet Verbena Backhousia citriodora - avoid dermal use on children under 2
• *Niaouli (cineole chemotype) Melaleuca quinquinervia – avoid using on children under 6
• Oakmoss Evernia prunastri - avoid dermal use on children under 2
• Opopanax Commiphora guidottii - avoid dermal use on children under 2
• Oregano Origanum onites, Origanum smyrnaeum, Origanum vulgare, Origanum compactum, Origanum hirtum, Thymbra capitata, Thymus capitatus, Coridothymus capitatus, Satureeja capitata- avoid topical use on children under 2
• Peppermint Mentha x Piperita - avoid using (all routes) on children under 6
• Peru Balsam Myroxylon balsamum, Myroxylon pereiraw, Myroxylon peruiferum, Myrospermum pereirae, Toluifera pereirae - avoid topical use on children under 2
• *Rambiazana  Helichrysum gymnocephalum - avoid using on children under 6
• *Rosemary (1,8-cineole chemotype) Rosmarinus officinalis  - avoid using on children under 6
• Saffron Crocus sativus - avoid topical use on children under 2
• *Sage (Greek), Salvia fruiticosa, Salvia triloba Sage (White) – avoid using on children under 6
• Sage (White) Salvia apiana - avoid using on children under 6
• Sage (Wild Mountain) Hemizygia petiolata - avoid topical use on children under 2
• *Sanna Hedychium spicatum - avoid using on children under 6
• *Saro Cinnamosma fragrans - avoid using on children under 6
• Savory Satureia hortensis, Satureia montana - avoid topical use on children under 2
• Styrax Liquidambar orientalis, Liquidambar styraciflua - avoid topical use on children under 2
• Tea Leaf/Black Tea Camellia sinensis, Thea sinensis - avoid topical use on children under 2
• Tea Tree (lemon-scented) Leptospermum petersonii, Leptospermum citratum, Leptospermum liversidgei,- avoid topical use on children under 2
• Treemoss Pseudevernia furfuracea - avoid topical use on children under 2
• Tuberose Polianthes tuberosa - avoid topical use on children under 2
• Turpentine Pinus ayacahuite, Pinus caribaea, Pinus contorta, Pinus elliottii, Pinus halepensis, Pinus insularis, Pinus kesiya, Pinus merkusii, Pinus palustris, Pinus pinaster, Pinus radiata, Pinus roxburghii, Pinus tabulaeformis, Pinus teocote, Pinus yunnanensis- avoid topical use on children under 2
• Verbena (Lemon) Aloysia triphylla, Aloysia citriodora, Lippa citriodora, Lippa triphylla - avoid topical use on children under 2
• Wintergreen Gaultheria fragrantissima, Gaultheria procumbens – avoid due to methyl salicylate content
• Ylang-Ylang Cananga odorata - avoid topical use on children under 2

* indicates essential oils that are high in 1,8-cineole and can potentially cause respiration to slow in children. If you are looking for age-appropriate anti-congestion suggestions, read this post:

Anti Congestion 10+ years and up Essential Oil Blends

Please use responsibly and do not over-use. Eucalyptus is appropriate to use for this age group, so I’ve included it in the blend along with Peppermint. You may wish to replace all of the Peppermint with Eucalyptus if you wish! Totally a matter of preference 

NOTE: These recipes were created for children aged 10+ years. I am keeping the dilutions the same as the previous age group (2-3%) although ages 15+ can use up to a 5% dilution if necessary.

Anti-Germ Blend recipeages 10+
Combine in a 5ml bottle:

• 30 drops Sweet Orange Citrus sinensis
• 20 drops Clove (Bud, Leaf, or Stem) Zyzygium aromaticum
• 20 drops Cinnamon Leaf Cinnamomum verum
• 15 drops Peppermint Mentha Piperita
• 15 drops Eucalyptus Eucalyptus globulus, Eucalyptus radiata, Eucalyptus divies, Eucalyptus smithii

Ideally, you should add 15 drops to an inhaler and inhale before and after being exposed to germs. This is the most effective, along with using the Hand Spray recipe below.

Although inhalation is more effective than topical use, you can use it in a massage blend by combining 2 drops of this blend per teaspoon (5ml) of carrier oil for a 2% dilution if your child has been exposed to germs.

For other volumes using a 2% dilution, see the chart here: Properly Diluting Essential Oils.

Note: You can bump it up to 3% dilution if your child is sick.

Anti-Germ Hand Spray recipe
ages 10+, 2% dilution

In a 2 ounce fingertip sprayer combine:

• 1 1/2 ounces (3 TBSP) witch hazel
• 2 tsp almond oil (or oil of your choice)
• 24 drops Anti-Germ Blend (recipe above)

Note: If you need to boost this blend, you may increase to a 3% dilution by adding an additional 12 drops per ounce of the liquids in your hand spray (for a total of 36 drops per 2 ounce bottle).

Although the Anti-Germ Blend recipe will be successful for both keeping germs away andhelping with congestion, I have provided a blend with a bit more Peppermint/Eucalyptus and less Cinnamon Leaf/Clove as an option. I have called this my Anti-Congestion Blend recipe.

Anti-Congestion Blend recipeages 10+

Combine in a 5ml bottle:

• 30 drops Sweet Orange Citrus sinensis
• 15 drops Clove (Bud, Leaf, or Stem) Zyzygium aromaticum
• 15 drops Cinnamon Leaf Cinnamomum verum
• 20 drops Peppermint Mentha Piperita
• 20 drops Eucalyptus Eucalyptus globulus, Eucalyptus radiata, Eucalyptus divies, Eucalyptus smithii

Ideally, you should add 15 drops to an inhaler and inhale to help clear congestion. This is the most effective.

Anti-Congestion Massage Oil recipe
ages 10+, 2% dilution

Combine in a 2 ounce squeeze bottle:

• 2 ounce almond oil (or carrier oil of your choice)
• 24 drops Anti-Germ/Anti-Congestion Blend

Shake well and apply on throat/neck/back of congested child.

Note: If you need to boost this blend, you may increase to a 3% dilution by adding an additional 12 drops per ounce of carrier oil (for a total of 36 drops per 2 ounce bottle).

6 years to 9 years and Up Essential Oils Blends for Cold and Flu Season

Anti-Germ Blend recipeages 6-9 years (and up!)

\Combine in a 5ml bottle:

• 30 drops Sweet Orange Citrus sinensis
• 20 drops Clove (Bud, Leaf, or Stem) Zyzygium aromaticum
• 20 drops Cinnamon Leaf Cinnamomum verum*
• 25 drops Peppermint Mentha Piperita

Ideally, you should add 10-15 drops to an inhaler and inhale before and after being exposed to germs. This is the most effective, along with using the Hand Spray recipe below.

Although inhalation is more effective than topical use, you can use it in a massage blend by combining 2 drops of this blend per teaspoon (5ml) of carrier oil for a 2% dilution if your child has been exposed to germs.

Note: You can bump it up to 3% dilution if your child is sick.

Anti-Germ Hand Spray recipe
ages 6-9 years (and up!), 2% dilution

In a 2 ounce fingertip sprayer combine:

• 1 1/2 ounces (3 TBSP) witch hazel
• 2 tsp almond oil (or oil of your choice)
• 24 drops Anti-Germ Blend (recipe above)

Note: If you need to boost this blend, you may increase to a 3% dilution by adding an additional 12 drops per ounce of the liquids in your hand spray (for a total of 36 drops per 2 ounce bottle).

Although the Anti-Germ Blend recipe will be successful for both keeping germs away andhelping with congestion, I have provided a blend with a bit more Peppermint and less Cinnamon Leaf/Clove as an option. I have called this my Anti-Congestion Blend recipe.

Anti-Congestion Blend recipeages 6-9 years (and up!)

Combine in a 5ml bottle:

• 30 drops Sweet Orange Citrus sinensis
• 15 drops Clove (Bud, Leaf, or Stem) Zyzygium aromaticum
• 15 drops Cinnamon Leaf Cinnamomum verum
• 35 drops Peppermint Mentha Piperita

Ideally, you should add 10-15 drops to an inhaler and inhale to help clear congestion. This is the most effective.

Anti-Congestion Massage Oil recipe
ages 6-9 years (and up!), 2% dilution

Combine in a 2 ounce squeeze bottle:

• 2 ounce almond oil (or carrier oil of your choice)
• 24 drops Anti-Germ/Anti-Congestion Blend

Shake well and apply on throat/neck/back of congested child.

Note: If you need to boost this blend, you may increase to a 3% dilution by adding an additional 12 drops per ounce of carrier oil (for a total of 36 drops per 2 ounce bottle).

3-5 years Cold and Flu Season Essential Oil Blends

Please use responsibly and do not over-use. Clove (Bud, Leaf, or Stem) is appropriate to use for this age group, so the blends now contain Clove. You may continue to use the recipe for age 6 months – 2 years and just increase the dilution.

NOTE: These recipes were created for children aged 3 years and up to aged 5 years. However, they may be used by older children as well. If you prefer a stronger dilution for your older children, keep reading! I have those recipes available further down on the page.

Anti-Germ Blend recipeages 3 – 5 years (and up!)

Combine in a 5ml bottle:

• 30 drops Sweet Orange Citrus sinensis
• 20 drops Clove (Bud, Leaf, or Stem) Zyzygium aromaticum
• 20 drops Cinnamon Leaf Cinnamomum verum*
• 25 drops Fir Needle Abies sibirica

*Feel free to exchange the Cinnamon Leaf for Lavender Lavandula angustifolia

For this age group, diffusing into the air by adding 10 or so drops to your diffuser is the most gentle and can still be effective.

You can make an inhaler by adding 10 drops to an inhaler, waving the inhaler under your child’s nose before and after being exposed to germs. Inhalation via an inhaler is a more concentrated route of inhalation than diffusion.

Inhalation (via diffuser or inhaler) is more effective than topical use, but you can use it in a massage blend by combining 1 drop of this blend per teaspoon (5ml) of carrier oil for a 1% dilution if your child has been exposed to germs.

For other volumes using a 1% dilution, see the chart here: Properly Diluting Essential Oils.

Note: You can bump it up to 2% dilution if your child is sick.

Anti-Germ Hand Spray recipe
ages 3 – 5 years (and up!), 1% dilution

In a 2 ounce fingertip sprayer combine:

• 1 1/2 ounces (3 TBSP) witch hazel
• 2 tsp almond oil (or oil of your choice)
• 12 drops Anti-Germ Blend (recipe above)

Note: If you need to boost this blend, you may increase to a 2% dilution by adding an additional 12 drops per ounce of the liquids in your hand spray (for a total of 24 drops per 2 ounce bottle).

Although the Anti-Germ Blend recipe will be successful for both keeping germs away andhelping with congestion, I have provided a blend with a bit more Siberian Fir Needle and less Cinnamon Leaf/Clove as an option. I have called this my Anti-Congestion Blend recipe.

Anti-Congestion Blend recipeages 3 – 5 years (and up!)

Combine in a 5ml bottle:

• 30 drops Sweet Orange Citrus sinensis
• 15 drops Clove (Bud, Leaf, or Stem) Zyzygium aromaticum
• 15 drops Cinnamon Leaf Cinnamomum verum
• 35 drops Fir Needle Abies sibirica

*Feel free to exchange the Cinnamon Leaf for Lavender Lavandula angustifolia

For this age group, diffusing into the air by adding 10 or so drops to your diffuser is the most gentle and can still be effective.

You can make an inhaler by adding 10 drops to an inhaler, waving the inhaler under your child’s nose. Inhalation via an inhaler is a more concentrated route of inhalation than diffusion.

Anti-Congestion Massage Oil recipe
ages 3 – 5 years (and up!), 1% dilution

Combine in a 2 ounce squeeze bottle:

• 2 ounce almond oil (or carrier oil of your choice)
• 12 drops Anti-Germ/Anti-Congestion Blend

Shake well and apply on throat/neck/back of congested child.

Note: If you need to boost this blend, you may increase to a 2% dilution by adding an additional 12 drops per ounce of carrier oil (for a total of 24 drops per 2 ounce bottle).