Welcome to General Chat - GAW Community Area
This General Chat area started off as a place for people to talk about things that are off topic, however it has quickly evolved into a community and has become an integral part of the GAW experience for many of us.
Based on its evolving needs and plenty of user feedback, we are trying to bring some order and institute some rules. Please make sure you read these rules and participate in the spirit of this community.
Rules for General Chat
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Be respectful to each other. This is of utmost importance, and comments may be removed if deemed not respectful.
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Feel free to give feedback as these rules are expected to keep evolving
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First let me correct an error I made. Robert Tisserand is a leading authority on aromatherapy but he is not a doctor. Secondly I am sure that you are aware that the plant infusions in oil are not considered as essential oils. It is a way to get the essence of the plant without the extraction methods necessary for essential oils. They are both very beneficial and the infusions are something you can do at home which makes a big difference. It would be great to make your own.
I agree with you 100% about the atrocious markup on goods in the multi-level companies. Just by way of becoming knowledgeable...I use references outside of YL for my internal oils protocols. I am not sure YL promotes it...it is a personal choice and I have no problem with it but I can respect your decision for you and your family not to use them internally. Actually oregano capsules are sold commercially and I have found them to work well. I use YL blends but get most of my single oils from other sources. Again...as long as your decisions are based on research it becomes whatever works for you. I am NOT a fan of multi-level companies but I do find many of their protocols such as the Raindrop Therapy Massages and the Emotional healing protocol to be very effective. I have been in it long enough to reap some benefits from it...but I am very careful what I order moneywise. It is obviously not for everyone.
I love to read and learn and I also use homeopathics but I have to say I LOVE the smell of the oils. It sounds like you are doing fine on your own...but I suggested the book for the safety protocols in it...I just found it to be very useful. Happy oiling!
I honestly didn’t know if he was a dr or not. I’m familiar with his work and knowledge. I completely agree with everything. Learning is so much more important to me than when in school. If something is working for you (anyone) why change it!? Heck even if a person wants to spend more $$$ on something that’s cool. I love the concept of different companies doing different blends that the other doesn’t have. I have two cbd essential oil blends from plant therapy and they don’t make it anymore. Guess cbd wasn’t profitable. I don’t care about cbd, it’s too expensive for me. But these oils are a God send for me. Especially the headache oil. It takes a headache away quickly and soothes sore muscles. After the new year I’m going to email and request they sell blend with out cbd. They will probably give me the recipe. They are very good with customer service. Yes, I’m aware plant infused oils are made differently than essential oils and are different. I get more pain relief from these oils either stand alone or made into salves. Also they are cheaper in the long run than essential oils if I’m using topically. Those little pre blend roller bottles don’t go far. If I were to blend myself I have to buy multiple oils and carrier oil. In addition carrier oils go rancid and I don’t use them quickly enough. Then the whole process of sanitizing bottles for blends🤦🏻♀️ I’d rather pay someone and get what works. Plus I’m supporting independent businesses. Good chat 🥰