Relationship and Connection
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In this issue of the Raindrop Messenger:
- Relationship and Connection
- Health Tip: Alzheimer’s
and Dementia- Are we all doomed??? - Featured Book: A More Excellent Way
- Featured Instructor: Patricia Iannone
By Anthony Stewart, FCCI, Executive Director
Relationship and Connection
One of the unique privileges of being human is the opportunity to make authentic connections and have meaningful relationships with others, the world around us, and with our Creator. This is not something to be taken for granted. If we make an intentional effort to really be present with someone and we don’t allow our minds to drift away toward other things that we think we should be doing or worries of the day, then there can be such power in little things like making eye contact, a handshake, a hug, a conversation, or just a smile. While we may have a million things to keep our lives busy, there is, perhaps, nothing more important than authentic connection.
Let all that you do be done with love.
1 Corinthians 16:14
CARE classes, at their essence, have to do with connection and relationship. When we teach Raindrop Technique and Vitaflex, in addition to the logistics of the techniques, one should always remember that when performing these healing modalities on a client or during a demonstration, that this is a beautiful human being laying on the massage table. How do we, as Raindrop facilitators, help facilitate a connection between the receiver and the God-given healing that is available to them? Are we ourselves connected to the Divine Will? Are we making an effort to connect with our client and realizing the power of touch in the healing modalities that we offer to others?
In our Healing Oils of the Bible/History of Anointing class we make a connection, not only between essential oils and scripture, but also to the teachings of Christ when he sent his disciples to anoint the sick with oils (Mark 6:13.) We are connecting to the realization that true healing is always a God-given gift.
CARE’s Chemistry class makes the profound connection as to how God created the molecules of essential oils within the plants to perfectly fit the cells in our human bodies… before He even created us. Now that’s love!
In the rich depth of Emotional Release we may come to understand that we need to cultivate healthy relationships with others and authentic connection with ourselves, our Creator, and with Truth. The Truth will set us free from bondage to our emotional baggage, no matter how long we have been lugging it around.
Connections and relationships can be made wherever we go. In July CARE had its annual CCI Summit in Salt Lake City, Utah following Young Living Convention. Our Summit theme just so happened to be “Relationship and Connection.” We heard from several speakers including Carrie McVige LMT, BCRS, CAC, LSHC about connecting to our vision; from Amelia Lasky FCCI about connecting emotional and physical manifestations to Raindrop; from Karen Birdsall FCCI on making ethical connections with our clients; from Amy Pittman CCI and Ismenia Azcanio CCI in connecting to the basic policies and programs in the CCI Handbook.
In addition to these fabulous presenters, we also had a private tour of Young Living Global Headquarters given by Jacob Young. It was wonderful to not only make a deeper connection with the company that supplies our therapeutic-grade essential oils, but also for CARE Instructors to connect with a member of the Young family in a private setting.
Making authentic connections with people, with nature, with God, with Truth, and with ourselves is the greatest way to live. We have little opportunities everyday to connect to some part of God’s creation, whether that is in the form of another human being, our own peace of mind, or just a bottle of essential oil. When we are really present and conscious of the moment, we will discover a whole world of connection and Oneness that we may have never noticed before.
Anthony Stewart and Jacob Young talking during our tour of YLGHQ.
During skills check Jasmine Phong, FCCI demonstrates Heart Vitaflex.
Carrie McVige talking about connecting to our “vision” at Summit
CARE Instructors receiving anointing.
CARE Instructors gathered for dinner and to relax in Salt Lake City.
Josef Young unexpectedly popped in for a few minutes to share with CARE Instructors.
Terra McAuliffe, CI demonstrating Vitaflex on the spinal points of the feet.
Young Living’s historian Dave Petty telling CARE Instructors some of the company’s rich history.
CARE Instructors spent time with Dale Billeter (far left) and Josef Young (bottom right).
Tonya Peterson, LCCI and Sherry Cummings-Strayer, LCCI (pictured with Anthony Stewart) were recognized as Lifetime Certified CARE Instructors, CARE’s highest honor.
CARE Instructors demonstrating Vitaflex on the head.
Health Tip:
from Lora Lee Stewart, FCCI
Alzheimer’s and Dementia- Are we all doomed???
Did you know that every 3 seconds someone is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or Dementia? This disease is the 6th leading cause of death in our country, killing more people than breast and prostate cancer combined!
This is ASTOUNDING! Studies have shown that mercury and aluminum are two elements that act as poisons to our mitochondria in our brains which can lead to dementia. There are other things like obesity and eating fatty foods or processed foods which can cause inflammation in the brain and cause Alzheimer’s or Dementia over time. Also, if you have inflammation in your gut, this can also cause inflammation in the brain.
Now, this will be surprising to many of you, but studies have also shown that holding a cell phone to your ear or, even worse, having any device attached to your head connected to your cell phone (ear buds or head phones), can increase your chances of developing Alzheimer’s or Dementia.
Now, this will be surprising to many of you, but studies have also shown that holding a cell phone to your ear or, even worse, having any device attached to your head connected to your cell phone (ear buds or head phones), can increase your chances of developing Alzheimer’s or Dementia.
Young Livings Deep Sleep Essence
Young Livings Super Magnesium
This year at the Young Living Convention, a couple of new sleep products were presented: Deep Sleep Essence and Super Magnesium. Were you aware that the core of your complete wellness begins AND ends with the quality of your sleep? Unbelievable! Dementia is a “brain” disease. Toxins left in the brain can cause the brain to deteriorate and malfunction. If you can REALLY get a good night’s sleep every night, here are the benefits:
- Your brain will recharge and recover from the days activities and will store all of the things that you learned and experienced during the day.
- Your body will heal and restore itself, fortifying your immune system and boosting your mood.
- Deep sleep will remove waste and toxins from the brain, especially during the third and fourth stages of sleep (AKA REM Sleep). These last stages of sleep allow our bodies to be more effective at flushing our brain cells, leading to clearer brain function. This process also allows space between the brain cells to increase. Damaging molecules are flushed out, therefore reducing the risk of neurodegeneration.
There have been numerous studies done on the correlation between poor sleep and dementia. 1 in 3 Americans do not get enough sleep! If you can improve this one function today, you could save your brain cognition and improve your overall health!
Super Magnesium is a great supplement to take along with Deep Night Essence. Super Magnesium supports a restful night’s sleep and helps you have a calm nervous system. It helps reduce oxidative stress and much more! Check out our new Deep Night Essence and Super Magnesium today! Contact your nearest Young Living Brand Partner or contact CARE International at: 1-800-758-8629.
To your health!
Raindrop Messenger Featured Book
A More Excellent Way
$26.95
A More Excellent Way, Be in Health: Spiritual Roots of Disease, Pathways to Wholeness – by Rev. Henry Wright Pastor Wright has one of the most successful Christian healing ministries in the world. In his work, he finds the causes of sickness to be spiritual and emotional.
Featured Instructor: Patricia Iannone, LSH, CCCI, BCRS, CAC, CECP, Reiki Master, PEP
My journey to CARE began with my veterinarian.
I used to adopt elderly dogs that needed medical care and lots of love during their remaining time on this Earth. Typically, traditional veterinary medicine is not what worked best for them, so I found a vet that had many tools in her tool box in addition to traditional veterinary care, essential oils being one of those tools. At the guidance of my vet, I used Young Living essential oils on my elderly dogs that had tumors and cancer with good palliative results. The last dog that I adopted was a puppy because it was so heartbreaking having a dog die every year or so for a few years. I currently have 4 dogs and 2 cats.
With the help of my veterinarian, I started Young Living with a Premium Starter kit that included the Dewdrop Diffuser in 2015. I did “research” online and found that RC Essential Oil Blend could be used for plantar fasciitis, but I didn’t use it correctly. I expected it to be like taking a pill – once will cover me for 12-24 hours. Later, I learned that essential oils are not like pharmaceuticals and need to be applied multiple times during the day. As part of using Young Living consistently since 2017, I have attempted to be a distributor but found that I’m an educator, not a salesperson.
Throughout this journey, I have worked full time since 1992 at a very large insurance company. Even though I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance, I currently work as a Technology Analyst in their Enterprise Technology department. I enjoy my job and love the company. My Project Management Professional (PMP) certification has helped me approach my CARE journey from a “project” point of view.
Although retirement is still a few years away, I was looking for a retirement “job” when I attended my first Care Intensive on September 30, 2021. I then walked through many open doors and became a Certified Raindrop Technique Specialist/Licensed Spiritual Healer (CRTS/LSH) on January 1, 2022, Certified CARE Instructor (CCI) on May 29, 2022, Certified Aromatherapy Coach (CAC) on August 1, 2022, Completely Certified CARE Instructor (CCCI) in September 2022, and Board Certified Raindrop Specialist (BCRS) on January 1, 2023. I love to teach all of the CARE classes, and really love Chemistry because it appeals to my analytical mind. The CCI exam was an exciting challenge for me that I passed with 100%.
I have been trying to attract students and clients since becoming a CCI in 2022. I invested in learning how to have an online presence and an online (not CARE) course. I learned skills that I now use, but my online course went nowhere – I’m much better in person! I have a website (www.GinkgoTreeHealing.com) and Facebook business page that I use to advertise my face-to-face CARE and Reiki classes, in addition to running ads with Google and occasionally Facebook. My business has been created from the learnings of failing and succeeding repeatedly!
On my way to becoming a CCCI, I taught the practice classes and did the practicums in my home, but 4 dogs and 2 cats are overwhelming to most people, so that didn’t work as a professional space. I shared a space with a massage therapist for six months but she didn’t want me to teach classes there because it was too much energy in her space. I also used another space with two people, but that didn’t work out either. After being attuned as a Usui Holy Fire® III Reiki Master in March 2024, my new location came less than a week later. On a Wednesday, I was talking with a friend about needing a private space and she knew someone that had a space to rent. I met the landlord and saw the office on Thursday, signed the year contract on Friday, painted the room on Saturday, and gave my first Raindrop to a repeat client in my space on Sunday. It’s a storefront in Downtown Bloomington, IL. My CARE and Reiki students enjoy the activity of the area during class breaks, lunch, and at the end of the day.
My passion is Energy healing, so I took my first Transcendental Meditation course in November of 2023 and became a Certified Emotion Code® Practitioner (CECP) in March 2024. I’m now working on the next level, Certified Body Code® Practitioner. My next challenges are learning and practicing advanced techniques of Transcendental Meditation and becoming attuned as an Animal Reiki Master. I would also like to complete the Supervisor training for CARE instructors.
Another passion that I have is reading and listening to books. I recently finished The Convoluted Universe, Books 1 & 2 by Dolores Cannon. I’m currently listening to her book, Jesus and the Essenes, and learning more about higher states of consciousness in the Transcendental Meditation app. Coincidentally, this year I also re-discovered the peak performance blend that I created for the aromatherapy coach curriculum that contains Clove, Juniper, Sage, Lime, Elemi, Helichrysum, Frankincense, Galbanum, Myrrh, and Avocado Oil.
Over the past few years, I have been walking through open doors and learning a lot about Divine Timing. CARE was not only the best introduction I could have into the world of essential oils, but also into the world of Energy and metaphysics. When I started this journey just 3 years ago at my first CARE Intensive, I was driven to be a facilitator of emotional healing. I could not have foreseen that I would have a small energy healing and essential oil business. My spiritual life and psychic gifts have expanded greatly since then. My daily prayer is to have knowledge of God’s will for me and the Power to carry it out. I truly understand that I am a channel of Peace.
THE RAINDROP MESSENGER
Official Newsletter of CARE
The Center for Aromatherapy Research and Education
12835 BCR 800, Marble Hill, Missouri USA 63764
(573) 238-4846
Official Newsletter of CARE
The Center for Aromatherapy Research and Education
12835 BCR 800, Marble Hill, Missouri USA 63764
(573) 238-4846
NOTE: The information in this newsletter is intended for education purposes only. It is not provided in order to diagnose, prescribe, or treat any disease, illness, or injured condition of the body or mind. Anyone suffering from any disease, illness, or injury should consult with a physician or other appropriate licensed health care professional.
CARE Summit 2023 at Highland Flats Tree Farm - September 2023
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CARE Summit 2023 at Highland Flats Tree Farm
By Anthony Stewart, FCCI, Executive Director
Every year CARE Instructors come together for our Annual CCI Summit so that we can refresh, learn, and grow. What better way to further our love and knowledge of essential oils than to experience firsthand how essential oils are grown, harvested, distilled, tested, and bottled! In early August we gathered at the Young Living Highland Flats Tree Farm and Distillery in Naples, Idaho. CARE Instructors traveled from as far as Indonesia, Singapore, and Malaysia to attend.
Left to right: Hengki Sukardi, Georgann Bastecki, Lora Lee Stewart (and Molly), Robert Teasdale, Autumn Bear, Ismenia Azcanio, Amy Pittman, and Patricia Iannone
Left to right: Hengki Sukardi, Teo Sek Jen, Bernadette Williams, and Rihab Sawah ready to harvest Grand Fir
As you drive down the gravel road leading to the distillery you will see young evergreens to the right, many of which were planted by CARE Instructors years ago. Just beyond the entrance you can see a building to the left where Idaho Blue Spruce and Grand Fir are distilled, with a gorgeous mountain view in the background.
Denise Setzer harvesting Grand Fir branches
CARE Instructors packing down Grand Fir material into the distiller
CARE Instructors and Interns enjoyed the full experience of harvesting Idaho Grand Fir and then followed the load of evergreen material to the distillery where it was steam distilled into essential oil. Each of us filled and capped our own bottle of Grand Fir during the tour.
CARE Instructors loading Grand Fir branches into the chipper
CARE SUMMIT 2023 AT HIGHLAND FLATS TREE FARM
Did you know… Both Idaho Grand Fir (Abies grandis) and Blue Spruce (Picea pungens) were traditionally used by Native Americans? The fragrance of Grand Fir is emotionally grounding and spiritually uplifting. Idaho Blue Spruce was used by Native Americans for smudging and purifying, and is a very diverse oil emotionally, effective in assisting us to release emotional blocks.
Just steps away from the Grand Fir tree farm. In the foreground the yellow flowers are Idaho Tansy which grows wild in many places in the area
Instructors’ feet atop Grand Fir material that is about to be steam distilled
CARE Instructors learning about the distillation process
Robert Teasdale laying on a comfy pile of Grand Fir
Elisa McClure with a bountiful harvest of Grand Fir in hand
In the hours and days that followed, CARE Instructors heard from speakers such as Christina Hagan, LCCI on ethics and “All Things Raindrop”; from Dr. Tamer Zakor from Malaysia, who is an expert on resonance and its healing power in the body. Dr. Zakor did a brief yet profound demonstration of how our intentions can affect the power of essential oils.
Marie Keopke, LCCI lead a discussion of the book The Body Electric by Robert O. Becker, MD and Gary Selden, followed by an explanation of the physics relating to this book by Rihab Sawah, FCCI. Other presenters included Amy Pittman, CCI, Ismenia Azcanio, CCI and Kristina Zittle, FCCI.
CARE Instructors also spent time together demonstrating and testing our Raindrop and Vitaflex skills. This helps us all as CARE Instructors to maintain consistency in teaching and preserves the integrity of the techniques as originally taught by D. Gary Young and passed on by CARE’s founders David and Lee Stewart.
Summit is always a rejuvenating and renewing experience. But this year, in addition to learning together, we had the opportunity each day to sit in the three hot tubs on the farm, all of which were filled with floral waters from the distillery. This three-day retreat was an experience like no other.
CARE’s Annual Summit is open to all Certified CARE Instructors and CARE Interns. If you would like to become an instructor for CARE, contact your local CARE Instructor, or click here to learn more about becoming a CCI.
Advanced Bible Oils and Emotional Release
The day preceding the CARE Summit, Anthony Stewart, FCCI taught Advanced Bible Oils, which is an 8-hour in-depth training on how to teach CARE’s History of Anointing and Laying on of Hands class to diverse groups of people, and how to field questions that may come from students. It also explores much of the Bible’s rich history.
Advanced Bible Oils Class of 2023. Left to right: Denise Setzer, David Garig, Melissa Garig, Anthony Stewart (instructor), Rose Blankenship, and Teo Sek Jen
Students in Advanced Emotional Release class practicing facilitated releases
In the three days following Summit Anthony also taught Advanced Emotional Release, where students learned extensively how emotions are linked with our bodies, how unresolved trauma can negatively affect our lives, and how we can find personal freedom through emotional release. During the training, we had the wonderful experience of practicing facilitated emotional releases on one another.
CARE’s advanced classes are open to anyone who has previously attended CARE classes. Advanced Bible Oils will be set for the day before CARE’s Annual CCI Summit in 2024 (dates to be announced). Advanced Emotional Release dates have not yet been set for 2024, so keep your eyes on the CARE Calendar and future issues of the Raindrop Messenger!
Advanced Chemistry of Essential Oils
Advanced Chemistry is scheduled for September 22-24, 2023 in St Louis, Missouri. This class is open to all students who have previously attended CARE’s 6-hour Chemistry of Essential Oils class. Instructors are Lora Lee Stewart, FCCI and Rihab Sawah, FCCI.
If you plan to participate, there are choices you will need to make regarding the assignments. Your payment must be received before or at the time you make your choices. Choices are assigned on a first-come basis and are not honored until payment is made.
If you plan to participate, there are choices you will need to make regarding the assignments. Your payment must be received before or at the time you make your choices. Choices are assigned on a first-come basis and are not honored until payment is made.
Registration is still open. For more information and to register Click Here.
Health Tip:
from Lora Lee Stewart, FCCI
Apple Cider Vinegar and Essential Oils…
Perhaps many of you are already familiar with the benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar… This short article will briefly outline some of those benefits as well as specific essential oils that can enhance those benefits. Apple Cider Vinegar (with the “mother” present, made from fermented organic apples) is a rich source of minerals (particularly potassium), vitamins, enzymes and amino acids. Taken internally, Apple Cider Vinegar can help with a wide range of internal conditions, according to a naturopathic doctor, Dr. Berkowsky (Natural Health Science). Here are some conditions that can be modified with the use of Apple Cider Vinegar: obesity, diabetes, cataracts, heart weakness, blood pressure abnormality, high cholesterol levels, asthma, common cold, nasal/sinus congestion, digestive weakness, indigestion, hiccups, constipation, diarrhea, gall stones, bladder infections, kidney stones, prostate enlargement and vaginal yeast infection, just to name a few… there are several other conditions that it can help.
Apple Cider Vinegar can also be used externally along with Rosemary essential oil, Lavender essential oil, Cedarwood essential oil, or Tea Tree (Melaleuca) essential oil to help with hair, scalp and skin conditions. 1 part vinegar to 2 parts water along with 5-6 drops of any of the above essential oils can help with hair strength and vitality, dandruff, scalp conditions, skin conditions and many other things. It can be used in a bath for relaxation or as a “shampoo” of sorts.
Apple Cider Vinegar can also be used externally along with Rosemary essential oil, Lavender essential oil, Cedarwood essential oil, or Tea Tree (Melaleuca) essential oil to help with hair, scalp and skin conditions. 1 part vinegar to 2 parts water along with 5-6 drops of any of the above essential oils can help with hair strength and vitality, dandruff, scalp conditions, skin conditions and many other things. It can be used in a bath for relaxation or as a “shampoo” of sorts.
Raindrop Messenger Featured Book
Chemistry of Essential Oils Made Simple
$49.95
Chemistry of Essential Oils Made Simple – Whether you have a background in chemistry or not, you will understand and enjoy this book. It will enlighten and entertain you while demonstrating, by the chemistry of essential oils, that God’s power and divine nature can be seen through the things he has made. (Romans 1:20)
Hello! I’m Christina, an LCCI from North Carolina. I’m honored to have been asked to help kick off the Raindrop Messenger. I’ve missed reading the oily advice from Dr. Stewart, Anthony and fellow CARE Instructors. I’m so happy to have it back and look forward to receiving them in my email inbox.
I’ve been teaching with CARE since 2006, so I’ve seen many changes both in Young Living and CARE. One thing that hasn’t changed is the passion each CARE Instructor puts into their classes. This became evident to me during our most recent Summit in Idaho. I could hear the enthusiasm of our instructors as we discussed our experiences teaching about essential oils, Vitaflex, Raindrop and Emotional Release. I count myself very blessed to be teaching with such a spiritual and caring group.
Since I’ve been teaching for a while I’ve wanted to offer additional support to my fellow Raindroppers. That desire led me to writing the Raindrop Resource Guides for Oily Families and Practitioners. I also create the All Things Raindrop Community, which you are welcome to join!
When I’m not talking oils or seeing clients at our therapeutic bodywork office, I like to work in the garden, go hiking, swim or paddle board at the lake and cook with my family. We’ve been living in the Raleigh area for 15 years now. Talk about seeing some changes! Our little town is simply exploding.
My interest in gardening and our southern location has led me to grow quite a few cucumbers! If you have an abundance of cucumbers this summer, one of my most recent favorite recipes is from a southern grandma. It is for refrigerator pickles. They are easy to make and just as easy to eat!
I hope you are excited to receive the Raindrop Messenger in your inbox again. Don’t forget to tell whatever email server you use that you trust emails from RaindropTraining.com – These emails are way too good to end up in your Junk File!
I hope you are enjoying the end of summer, and as we slide into the fall – don’t forget to use Raindrop as a tool to support you and your family’s health!
Link to All Things Raindrop: https://all-things-raindrop.mn.co
Many Thanks,
Christina
Christina
Resources from Christina G. Hagan, M.Ed., LCCI, LMBT
The Practitioner’s Raindrop Resource Guide
$29.95
The Practitioner’s Raindrop Resource Guide – Confidently Tailor Raindrop to Serve a Wider Variety of Clients and Excel in this Technique. As a Raindrop Technique Practitioner, you may receive questions about how you can safely offer this technique to more people.
The Raindrop Resource Guide for Oily Families
$29.95
The Raindrop Resource Guide for Oily Families – You’ve learned Raindrop, but now you have some questions, Whether you learned Raindrop at a three-day training, from a friend, from a book, or by watching a video, this book is for you!
Recipe for Refrigerator Pickles:
- 2 cups water
- 2 cups vinegar
- 1 cup (or less) sugar
- 2 Tbls salt
- Sliced cucumbers or other veggies
- Onion
- Garlic
- Dill
- Mustard Seed
Combine first 4 ingredients in a pot.
Cut and stuff jars with veggies.
Add onion, garlic, dill and mustard seed to taste.
Bring pot to a full boil.
When liquid is hot, ladle into jars one at a time.
Close jar immediately when filled and turn upside down for a few minutes.
Turn over and let them cool. Put in fridge when room temperature.
They will stay good for a few months.
Cut and stuff jars with veggies.
Add onion, garlic, dill and mustard seed to taste.
Bring pot to a full boil.
When liquid is hot, ladle into jars one at a time.
Close jar immediately when filled and turn upside down for a few minutes.
Turn over and let them cool. Put in fridge when room temperature.
They will stay good for a few months.
You can use this recipe with other vegetables too or mix them!
THE RAINDROP MESSENGER
Official Newsletter of CARE
The Center for Aromatherapy Research and Education
12835 BCR 800, Marble Hill, Missouri USA 63764
(573) 238-4846
Official Newsletter of CARE
The Center for Aromatherapy Research and Education
12835 BCR 800, Marble Hill, Missouri USA 63764
(573) 238-4846
