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🌸 Living My Best Life One Drop at a Time: My Essential Oil Self-Care Journey 💜🌿

  • Writer: The Adorable Savage
    The Adorable Savage
  • Dec 30, 2025
  • 5 min read

🌸 Living My Best Life One Drop at a Time: My Essential Oil Self-Care Journey 💜🌿

How DoTERRA essential oils became the cornerstone of my daily wellness routine.

💜 The Moment Everything Changed

 

I'll never forget the day I realized something had to shift.

I was exhausted, drained, physically depleted, and emotionally running on empty. My "self-care" consisted of scrolling social media in bed and calling it "me time." I knew I needed more, but I didn't know where to start.

That's when essential oils entered my life. 🌿✨

Not as a trend. Not as a quick fix. But as genuine tools for living my best life—one intentional drop at a time.

Let me take you on my journey... 💚

🌅 It Started with ONE Morning

 

My first bottle was DoTERRA Frankincense. Simple. Classic. Life-changing.

That afternoon, I noticed something different and then I remembered the two drops, then something clicked. The aroma was calming, but more than that—it made me PAUSE. For the first time in months, I wasn't rushing. I was present.

That single morning ritual opened the door to something bigger: What if I could intentionally support my well-being throughout my entire day?

Spoiler alert: I could. And it's been incredible. 🌸✨

🌿 One Drop at a Time: My Daily Essential Oil Rituals

Here's the beautiful thing about essential oils—you don't need to overhaul your entire life. You just need to start small and build rituals that feel GOOD.

Here's what "living my best life one drop at a time" looks like for me:

☀️ Morning: Setting the Tone

Before my feet hit the floor, I set the mood.

·         I start my diffuser with DoTERRA Citrus Bliss or Wild Orange 🍊

·         The bright, sunny aroma fills my bedroom and instantly lifts my mood

·         While I stretch and breathe, I'm already telling my body: Today is going to be a GOOD day

Then, I apply oils with intention:

·         Peppermint on my temples for mental clarity and focus 🧠

·         Balance (Grounding Blend) on my wrists to center myself before the chaos begins 🌿

·         I take three deep breaths and set my intention for the day 🙏

This 5-minute ritual has replaced my frantic mornings with peaceful ones. That's powerful. ✨

💼 Midday: Staying Grounded When Life Gets Crazy

Let's be real life gets overwhelming. Emails pile up, deadlines loom, and stress can hit out of nowhere.

Instead of pushing through and burning out, I've learned to pause and support myself in the moment.

Here's how:

·         When stress creeps in, I reach for DoTERRA Adaptiv or Lavender 💜

·         I put a few drops in my palms, cup my hands over my nose, and take 5 slow, deep breaths

·         Instant calm. Instant reset. 🔄✨

Need an energy boost without another coffee?

·         I diffuse Motivate (Encouraging Blend) or add a drop of Peppermint to my water 💧⚡

·         Natural energy that doesn't crash later? Yes, please!

These small acts of self-care throughout my day keep me balanced, focused, and feeling GOOD. 💚

🌙 Evening: Winding Down & Restoring My Soul

This is where the magic happens. 🌙✨

I used to struggle with sleep. My mind would race, my body would feel tense, and I'd toss and turn for hours.

Essential oils changed my nights—and my life.

My Evening Wind-Down Ritual:

Step 1: Create a Sanctuary

·         About an hour before bed, I diffuse DoTERRA Serenity (Restful Blend) or Lavender 🕯️

·         I dim the lights, light a candle, and put my phone in another room

·         This signals to my mind and body: It's time to let go 💜

Step 2: Self-Massage for Deep Relaxation

·         I massage Deep Blue (Soothing Blend) into my neck, shoulders, and feet 💙

·         I take my time, breathe deeply, and release the tension from the day

·         This isn't just skincare—it's soul care 🙏

Step 3: My Non-Negotiable Bedtime Ritual

·         I apply Serenity or Lavender to the bottoms of my feet and pulse points 🌸

·         I lie in bed, take 10 deep breaths, and reflect on three things I'm grateful for

·         My sleep quality has improved dramatically. I wake up feeling restored. 😴✨

💚 Why Quality Matters: My DoTERRA Story

Here's something I need you to know I didn't just randomly choose DoTERRA.

I tried other brands. Some smelled nice but didn't deliver results. Others were cheap but made me question what I was putting on my body.

When it comes to essential oils, quality is EVERYTHING. 🌿

🌸 Why I Trust DoTERRA With My Self-Care:


✅ Certified Pure Tested Grade™ (CPTG®) - Every bottle is tested for purity and potency✅ No Fillers, Synthetics, or Harmful Contaminants - Just pure plant extracts✅ Sustainably & Ethically Sourced - Supporting farmers and communities worldwide 🌍✅ Transparency You Can Trust - Every bottle has a quality ID you can verify online✅ Used by Wellness Professionals - Trusted by aromatherapists, naturopaths, and holistic practitioners

I'm putting these oils on my skin, diffusing them into the air I breathe, and using them daily for my well-being. I needed to know I was using the absolute best—and with DoTERRA, I do. 💜✨

🌸 The Transformation: What Changed When I Started Living This Way

This isn't just about essential oils. It's about the intentional life I'm building—one drop at a time. 🌿

✨ Here's What Shifted For Me:

💆‍♀️ I'm More Present - Instead of rushing through life, I pause and breathe🌿 I Listen to My Body - I give myself what I need: calm, energy, rest, focus💜 I Prioritize Myself Without Guilt - Self-care isn't selfish; it's essential🙏 I've Created Rituals That Nourish Me - My mornings, afternoons, and evenings are intentional✨ I Feel Empowered - I'm taking my wellness into my own hands naturally

Living my best life doesn't mean perfection. It means showing up for myself daily—one drop at a time. 💚🌸

🌿 Ready to Start YOUR Essential Oil Journey?

If you've been curious about essential oils but didn't know where to begin, I'm here to help! 💜

🌸 My Top 5 Oils for Beginners:

1.      🌿 Lavender - Calming, soothing, versatile (my first love!)

2.      🍊 Wild Orange - Uplifting, energizing, mood-boosting

3.      🌱 Peppermint - Cooling, focusing, refreshing

4.      🌲 Frankincense - Grounding, centering, deeply supportive

5.      💜 DoTERRA Balance - My go-to for emotional grounding

💡 Pro Tip: The DoTERRA Home Essentials Kit is the PERFECT way to start. It includes 10 of the most popular oils PLUS a diffuser—everything you need to begin living your best life! 🌿✨

💬 Let's Connect & Share Our Journeys!

I'd absolutely LOVE to hear from you! 💚

🌸 Are you already using essential oils? What's your favorite? 💜 What does self-care look like for YOU? ✨ What's one small ritual that's made a big impact on your life?

Drop a comment below or send me a message! Let's inspire each other. 🙏🌿

🔔 Want More Essential Oil Inspiration & Wellness Tips?

📩 Subscribe to my newsletter for weekly self-care tips, essential oil recipes, and wellness inspiration delivered to your inbox!💜 Follow me on [Instagram/Facebook/Pinterest] @[YourHandle] for daily essential oil living content! 🌿 Ready to get started with DoTERRA? Click here to explore or send me a DM—I'd love to help you find your perfect oils!

🌸✨ Living my best life isn't about doing it all—it's about doing what matters, intentionally, one drop at a time. ✨🌸

 

 
 
 

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