My Life Without DoTERRA

What would my life be like if I never found doTERRA?

My life without doTERRA

How would things change, what would my life look like if I didn't build a business with doTERRA?

Today I began to wonder about all of the things that doTERRA has brought into my life. And, what my life would be like if it wasn't for my home-based business. It's hard to know what decisions we would have made or what I'd be doing while the kids are at school. But, I know for sure a few things that would be drastically different. 

I probably wouldn't be working from home. I may even still be in the job that I had been doing previously. It's hard to know for sure...but I do know the time freedom that I experience now would be radically different. Choosing my own schedule and working from my laptop with a tea in hand in my cute office, my dining room table or my backyard in the summer is one of my favourite things. 

We wouldn't have had the financial means to be able to afford TWO private schools for the past 5 years without massive sacrifice. And, these schools have been such blessing to our family in SO many ways!

I wouldn't have done so much work on myself. My personal development to help me become a better leader, a better entrepreneur and even a better parent, wife & human being. 

I wouldn't have built so many new friendships with women who inspire me, hold space for me, encourage me, make me laugh and who each hold a special place in my heart. 

I never would have been to Costa Rica, Cancun, Salt Lake City, Atlanta, Long Beach California, Prague, Whistler or (coming soon) Phoenix. 

I wouldn't have been given the opportunity to raise $39,000 CAD for a project that is near and dear to my heart - JPLA Shadow of His Wings to help be a small part of opening Casa Maria for teen moms. 

It's hard to pinpoint the one thing that would be different...because it's affected my entire life. And yet, doTERRA isn't my whole life. I have time for date nights. Time for boardgames and baking with the boys. Time for girls night out. Time for fundraising. Time for travel. Time for God, worship & Church activities. Time for myself and time for self reflection. So much has changed, and so much is still completely and authentically me. I am forever grateful. 

#gratitude #yourjobisnotyourlife #lovewhatyoudo #trusttheprocess#shinebright #gracetogrow #roomforimprovement #beyourself#opportunity #possbility #imstillme

#thisisdoterra

Anxiety Reappraisal

How to shift your own anxiety from fear to excitement!

That heart-pumping, tingly feeling...

When you are totally terrified and also excited and optimistic.

That's what I've got right now. 

I've learned that people can intentionally shift their nervous fears & fearful energy into a more positive emotional experience called excitement. This technique is called "Anxiety Reappraisal". Have you ever been able to do this? You are nervous about giving a presentation, but you tell yourself that you're excited about it? You psych yourself up for it so that your experience of the scary thing is positive instead of negative & debilitating? 

I've always done this, naturally. Without realizing it's a thing. I have an ability* to take the heart-pumping fear and channel it into the positive energy that I need to present, teach, speak up or try something new! 

Both of these experiences in the body feel very similar. It's that bursting energy, the increase heart rate, the cortisol that spikes your adrenaline. The difference is what you focus on. Do you focus on what could go wrong, or what could go right? Some studies have shown that it's easier to jump into action from this aroused state, AND, that it's easier to shift negative fear into positive excitement and action in the brain. So interesting! 

So why am I experiencing this right now? 

I'm about to try something new!

I've been approved for a challenging program in my company designed to push us & help us grow and also reward us. But it's going to be a very busy season and one that forces me out of my comfort zone. 

It'll be a time that I am heavily relying on Paul to hold down the fort at home and relying on my team for their support. But I'll also need the support of my customers and oil community! And, everytime that I've needed this in the past, people always show up. Things always work out. Miracles seem to roll right in. I'm open and excited to see where I am led to help people find relief, health, sleep, natural options & improved mental wellness. 

The nervousness doesn't ever fully go away...but maybe I can use it to channel some action! 

I'm curious, have you ever done this "anxiety reappraisal" before?

Joy Comes First

What if we have it backwards?

Joy comes first.

The world tells you to pursue your passions and what makes you happy. Do what you love. Follow your dreams. 

But what if that sentiment is backwards? 

What if you can be fulfilled even if you don't have a "dream job"? What if you can be content right now with what you've already got? 

The world preys on our unhappiness to sell us better toys, bigger houses, prettier clothes, new cars & home decor. The assumption in advertising is that they have something that can make your life better. Which implies - you aren't or don't have enough. Replacing things that are aging, breaking down or no longer serving their purpose DOES make your life easier. But, it doesn't change how fulfilled you feel. Improving your life won't change how fulfilled you feel either - because if you are unhappy now, chances are you'll still be unhappy when you reach your predetermined level of "success". 

I do believe that your joy can act as a guide and a temperature sensor, but I don't think it was meant to become the only measuring stick for which career you choose. Because, let's face it. Work is meant to be hard. Work is laborious. And the labour force is a necessary part of society to help things run smoothly. And, work teaches us so many important lessons about life, hardships, effort, pushing ourselves, stamina/endurance, perseverance and, yes, even contentment. 

What if you aren't happy? What can you do about it? 

Well, if you know me, you know that my answer is Jesus. And, I also know that some of you aren't ready to hear that. But, I believe with my whole heart that fulfillment starts on a spiritual/emotional level first before it manifests in your life. 

So, why do I sell essential oils to help make people's lives "better"?

I do want to help you make your everyday life better. I want you to be able to experience how reassuring it is to have a solution on hand when someone has an upset stomach. Or, when your child is stung by a bee when you're trapped on a hay ride #truestory. Or, when someone can't sleep. I want your life to be GOOD. But, no matter how many oils I help you discover, I can't change how fulfilled you are. I can help you improve your mood, cope with anxious feelings or feel less stressed...but there are some things things that oils don't fix (or save!). 

Is selling essential oils my dream job? 

No, actually, it's not. My dream job would be to have someone pay me for not working...but I've come to learn that isn't realistic 😂

It's also not easy. There are things I do in my business that take determination, perseverance and more scheduling than I would like. But, I chose to pursue a career in network marketing. Why? Because I needed a job that was flexible and lucrative enough to allow me to do the things I actually love doing. And, that list is long! <3

My point today is that you don't need to do have a dream job if you are content. When you are fulfilled, everything in your life will feel easier, happier & more in line with who you were made to be. 

" I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do all this through him who gives me strength."  
~Philippians 4:11-13