What's In My Travel Pouch? Part I

What's In My Travel Pouch? Part I

School Holidays are here! Hooray! Flying out tomorrow for a week and I'm still not packed. Can feel the nagging vibes from hubby already. Uggghh! Before every trip, I swore to myself to pack earlier so that I will not miss out something important. Each time I fail! :P So need to apply my Motivation oil! Haha, Love to travel, Hate to pack!

Sneak peak into what's in my travel pouch. Do note that some of my must-have essential oils will vary according to the weather of the place I'm travelling to, my luggage size and duration of the vacation. I would love to lug my entire essential oil collection there but I am sure hubby will faint. Anyway, I need to save some luggage space for shopping!

I will be away for a week to Melbourne City. It's Winter time right now and the temperature is going to be between 4-17 degrees. Cold Brrrr! So my focus this time is more on respiratory support, immunity oils for my family.

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Essential Oil:

• RC - Respiratory support. Always the first oil I'll go to when I hear sniffles. It can also be used to relieve allergies.
• Dorado Azul - Respiratory support. Stronger version of RC if the former didn't stop the sniffles.
• Raven - Respiratory support. Highly antiseptic and anti fungal. A hot oil very much suitable for the cold weather. Good to apply on feet and wear your socks at bedtime.
• Thieves - Immunity support. A definite Must daily in or out of Singapore. I will apply Thieves in the morning and ImmuPower for night time. 
• ImmuPower - Immunity support. A warming oil suitable for the cold weather. Good to apply on feet and wear socks at bedtime.
• Sacred Frankincense - Eye power. Daily routine for kid day and night.
• Helicrysum - Eye power. Daily routine for kid day and night.
• Cedarwood - Essential for a good night's sleep on a strange bed. Cedarwood stimulates the release of Melatonin and promotes deep sleep.
• Tranquil Roll-on - Feeling tension during your trip? Just roll on your shoulders and temples. With its blend of Lavender, Cedarwood and Roman Chamomile, it's your very own portable stress reliever.
• Peppermint - Need I say more? Good for headaches, nausea, itcky smells wherever you are.
• Frankincense - My bottle of vain. Good for my skin!
• Lemon - My morning ritual of cleansing my body.
• DiGize - Don't leave home without it. We tend to 'Let it go" by eating too much on holidays. I drink it every night after dinner to ensure that I can really "Let IT Go" the entire trip, least I end up with constipation.
• Purification - Weird smell lingering in the air when u check into a hotel room? This is what I need to absorb the foul odours. Also can help with minor cuts and bug bites.
• Joy - If the trip didn't turn out as great as intended, apply 1 drop of Joy over the heart and let's just enjoy the weather!

Supplements:

• Super C Chewable - Load up on vitamin C for the family to fight the flu bug.
• Ningxia Red Sachets - My daily dose of NXR on the go to boost my energy level. I had to specially order them from YL USA as they are not yet available in Singapore. It come in a 2oz easy-to-tear sachet. I love it!
• Sulfurzyme - My daily support for building immunity and skin.

So many oils and supplements to bring with me on one trip you say! Nay, not really. I can never have too many oils with me. Most will be packed into my luggage bag for check-in. As for the supplements, it is a hassle to bring along the big containers. Just count the number of capsules/tablets you need for the trip and packd them into a small pill box or into those smaller ziploc bags.

I love the Young Living Everyday Oils set (Refer to picture below). Whenever possible, I will switch my 15ml oil for a smaller 5ml bottle for easy travel. They are available for purchase as a box of 10 5ml oils or YL members can get it free if they are on Essential Rewards for 6 months. How cool is that!

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There are some basic oils I suggest that you always have along with you wherever you go. I did not have any problems bringing my four EOs with me on flight. But I did prepare a Ziploc bag to keep the oils in. My favourite first aid oils are RC, Thieves, Peppermint and Purification.

I should probably stop here for now and go back to my packing. Dagger eyes at 3 o'clock! :P

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Look out for Part II of my post "What's in my Travel Pouch?"

Have a great day!

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Young Living SG Promotion for June 2016

Young Living SG Promotion for June 2016

June school holiday is upon us. Most of us are probably looking forward to a short trip overseas or planning activities for the kiddos to enjoy in Singapore.

I'm no exception. I have been looking around for some children's programs to "outsource" my son out! Having him all day at home is testing my blood pressure! I need Stress Away. Lol

Here's this month's YL member's promotion. Love it deeply because it's suitable for folks traveling or staying inland for adventures. Who doesn't need a 30-oil case for storage? I would love to have this for my sharing sessions!

• Relieve It - It's a blend of Spruce, Black Pepper, Hyssop and Peppermint to relieve sore muscles and deep tissue pain.
• Copaiba - This a highly anti-inflammatory and can be used for pain relief, sore throat, insect bites and relieve of anxiety. *Little Tip: I would drip a few drops of Copaiba into my throat if I have sore throat. It tastes much better than Thieves!

YLSG Jun16 Member Promo

There's a new product in town! Following the launch of Thieves Laundry Soap in Apr16, we now have another baby coming to our Thieves range. It's the Thieves Dish Soap. It's worth a try because it's a plant-based formula without SLS (Sodium Lauryl Sulphate) and synthetic perfumes. Have you tried it yet? Let me know if you had! :)

Thieves Dish Soap @YLSG Jun16

In addition, there is now a limited time sale on the following products from June 1-14, 2016. Order these via Standard Orders and get a 15% off!. Please check out the flyer below for the terms & conditions. My personal favourites are Thieves, Peppermint, Lavender and Cedarwood essential oils. I can never be without any of them. In fact, close friends can testify to the fact that I always carry them around in a pouch wherever I go. Together with godzillion other oils haha!

15% Off June 1-14, 2016. YLSG Member Promo

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Bon Appetit at CULINARYON!

Bon Appetit at CULINARYON!

There's a new place in town. You can learn to make your own spaghetti, a chef will be there to teach you how to cook it to perfection. Voilà! I had such a fun time that I felt that I simply had to share it with all my friends.

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It's a great venue for private or birthday parties, team-building events. Just leave me a message, I'll link you up to the Events Manager for CULINARYON. For ad hoc girlfriends or parent-child bonding sessions, you can just check their latest schedule online at CULINARYON SG. There are scheduled classes with chosen meal sets to choose from.

Cream pasta seems to be one dish I can never master. I can cook tomato-base pasta just fine. My son loves it. But I admit I'm a failure at Carbonara. Each time, the sauce tasted funny and I had to throw the whole pot of sauce away. What a waste!

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When an invite came from my fellow Young Living Oiler and buddy Serene, from Xavvy-licious, to join her in a pasta making class on 4th May 2016, I jumped at the chance. From the series of pictures below, you can see that the setting is not your ordinary cooking class. It's Elegance in a cooking studio! I was spoiled the moment I stepped into the premises. The ambience was classy, romantic and bustling.

Sipping drinks while chatting with old friends, new friends. Yummy finger foods arranged delectably. How to resist? I admit I binged even before the cooking event started.

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It was really a meal from scratch. Any more fresher, you probably have to grow the ingredients yourself. Look at the wonderfully fresh tomatoes, eggs and fruits! Our chef, Daniel, even taught us a few handy kitchen tips to make cooking a better experience.

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Pasta-making time from flour up! Definitely a first for me. To my surprise, making your own fettuccine does not take long. It's actually possible to make it in our own kitchen with the right tools.

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Chef Daniel and his sous chefs then proceeded to cook the pasta for the class. We were taught how to present the pasta to make it look more appetising to our guests. Dashes of Mozzarella Cheese and Olive oil and it's Bon Appetit! Something about making the pasta ourselves. It's definitely 'Yum' in every bite. Serene and I were thinking that the dish would be perfect with a swirl of Young Living's Taste of Italy essential oil. I will definitely try it at home the next time I cook.

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Fruit salad with Mango ice cream for dessert? I had two helpings. That's an indication on how delicious it was. Now how to convince my hubby to buy me the Kenwood Mixer. :)

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I need to Power Up My Brain!

"Son: Mom, can I have Brain Power?

Me: Why? (super puzzled)

Son: I need to Power Up my brain! :p"

Exam Anxiety? Since Brain Power (BP) is one of the freebie oils for members in May 2016. I thought I will talk a little about it in my blog this time. Strangely enough, my child asked me for this oil himself one week ago while he was doing his homework. I was really surprised. The usual oils he will ask for are Clarity, Cedarwood and Frankincense. Think the chase for paper is getting to him seeing his peers gearing up for the Semestral Assessment (SA). That's our mid-year examinations in Singapore. 

BP promotes deep concentration and helps to channel physical energy into mental energy. Some of the oil in this blends are Frankincense, Sandalwood, Cedarwood, Lavender and Helicrysum. Many of the oils are high in sesquiterpene and that helps to increase activity in our Pineal, Pituitary and Hypothalamus glands.

Well since BP has Frankincense and Cedarwood, I guess he's covering most of his usual oils. Lols! This is his Exam Stress Buster oil!

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How to use? I would usually apply 1-2 drops of BP on my palm and start applying on his brain stem (concave area just above the back of his neck), temples and rub the balance oil on my palm and allow him to inhale. You can also apply to the bottom of feet (the 2 big toes). Search for the VitaFlex Feet Chart. The big toes are where the Brain, Pineal and Pituitary glands are. Do exercise caution if you are using the oil for the first time. I can use it neat does not necessary means you can too. Dilute with V6 Vegetable oil if needed.

Good luck to all our kiddos who has papers coming up!

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Respiratory Oils for Child

Respiratory Oils For Children

My son, Jayden, has sinus issues since young. Like his Daddy, he will start sneezing every morning when he first gets out of bed. He will also get a Cold, Flu or Congestion every time after water play or swimming. My visits to the Paediatrician is as often as visiting my local cinema. I can make wantons very well too. Loads and loads of tissue papers. Achoo! You can probably imagine the rest.

R.C essential oil is for all symtoms related to respiratory control. It's my best friend. I am so grateful to have found it that I am ready to kiss Dr Gary Young if I do meet him! (On the cheeks of course, else my hub will kill me! LOL) I will apply on his chest every morning and also each time after his water play or swimming sessions. You can also apply on foot, padded area beneath the toes (refer to the Foot VitaFlex in my photo) or diffuse. Always exercise caution when you first try any new oils. I can apply Neat on my child doesn't mean that you can too. Please do a test patch or dilute with V6. Safest way of using will always be to diffuse or apply on foot.  I see less running nose therafter and less visits to the Paediatrician. After his respiratory issues got under control, I began to work on improving his immunity. See my earlier blog post on boosting kids immunity.

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One fine day, R.C went out of stock at Young Living Singapore. Imagine my horror! As usual, no spares for me as I thought I can always get the oils whenever I need them. Fortunately, fellow oilers shared that there are other alternatives to R.C for supporting our respiratory system. I experimented abit and found that Dorado Azul and Raven do work for my child as well. Now I have the joy of being able to rotate the oils around for a change. Sometimes, I'll just leave it to Jayden to decide which respiratory oil he wants.

Faith Teo, from the 'Let's Add Oil' Facebook group also shared recently that Myrtle, Eucalyptus Radiata and Ravintsara are good oils to try for our children. I do love listening to her videos online. She's always so willing to share. Unfortunately, Eucalyptus Radiata is out of stock at Young Living SG. I have ordered Myrtle and Ravintsara (from Young Living USA) recently.Once I get to try the oils will definitely do another writeup to share! :)


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My Love-Hate Relationship With Badminton

My Love-Hate Relationship With Badminton

Haven't touched my badminton racket in years. One thing about this game. You have to be sociable and be willing to travel. I can't jolly well play Badminton by myself. It's a minimum two persons' game. Yes, I used to knock the shuttlecock against the wall when I was a kid. Ended up getting more scoldings than normal. The black marks on the wall is the reason why my father had to repaint the wall every year. LOL

When a friend asked if I'll like to join their weekly game. I readily agreed, forgetting my age. Gosh, what monster aches I have after the game! My right side of the body felt paralysed. I used Peppermint, layered with Wintergreen to ease my abused muscles. Initially, I had to apply every 30 minutes. Gradually, it was more manageable so frequency was reduced to 3 times a day.

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• Peppermint - Anti-inflammatory and pain relieving
• Wintergreen - Reduces muscle and nerve pain

Other oils recommended by fellow oilers are PanAway and Cool Azul Sports Gel. Have you tried them?

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Young Living SG Promotion for May 2016

Young Living SG Promotion for May 2016

Woohoo! Member promotion details are out. Think Singapore office also can sense that mummies like ME need help with coping with Semestral Examinations.

I super love the freebie oils this month. Brain Power and Frankincense are must-haves for my child. Other two oils are new to me, can't wait to have the chance to try them out. Ledum, like JuvaCleanse, is a liver cleanse and Idaho Balsam Fir is a great oil for Respiratory Support.

YLSG May16 Member Promo

There is always a great emphasis on celebrating Mother's Day. April has a lot of oils on sale for our beloved mums. Let's not forget our wonderful daddies. May 2016 is the time to pass some LOVE to our fathers and hubby. Check out the promotional sets for our Men below.

YLSG May16 Promo

YLSG Father's Day Catalog May 2016

Personally I am really interested on the Extreme Relief Set, Mental Power Set and Stress-Free Set. What's your favourite?

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