Living Magazine Fall 2014 Living Magazine | Page 24

Essential Oils for Teachers & Students Create a classroom environment that promotes positive behavior, improves focus, and delivers academic success whether at home or in a traditional classroom. Keep a bottle of Melaleuca essential oil and a jar of Band-Aids nearby in case of a unexpected surprises that may occur (especially during recess). InTune Focus Blend Drop a little InTune on a clay pendant and place on a desk or in other key areas in the classroom. Alternatively, apply it to wrists or the back of hands and inhale deeply to promote focus and clarity. Every teacher could use PastTense to relieve stressful feelings associated with the demanding nature of teaching. Hand Cleanser Ingredients 5–10 drops Lavender 30 drops Melaleua 1 tablespoon witch hazel extract 8 ounces aloe vera gel ¼ teaspoon vitamin E oil Directions 1. A  dd essential oils and vitamin E oil to small glass bowl and swirl to mix. 2. Add witch hazel to oils and swirl again. 3. Add this mixture to aloe vera gel and mix well. 4. Shake gently before each use. 24 / SPRING 2014 LIVING MAGAZINE Upcycle and Reuse Reuse dōTERRA supplement caps and empty bottles to make fun hall passes, art projects, and other useful materials. Be creative! Empty essential oil bottles make great personal size paint containers. Use empty Lifelong Vitality bottles to store paint brushes, pencils, and other supplies. See page 28 for homemade earth paint with essential oils!