To the Man Who Doesn’t Believe in Essential Oils

First of all, I don’t blame you! It wasn’t long ago that I myself didn’t believe in essentials either! I once called them “snake oils”… Yikes! But, I’m here on the other side (with my husband!) fully immersed in Young Living and a wholehearted essential oil believer. I want to give you my point of view, then I will do a Q&A with my husband, Wil, so you can get some perspective from another man who once didn’t believe in them either.

My Advice to You:

My advice to you is simply this: give them a try. We, as wives, are only doing what we think is best by introducing essential oils into our family. What’s the worst that can happen? They don’t work? Ok, then you move on. But what’s MUCH more likely to happen is that they do work. You sleep better at night. You get sick less often. Your allergies are relieved. Your muscles are relaxed. You just. feel. better. Not so bad, eh? 😉 And no, it’s not in your mind! With all of this potential, what do you have to lose?

Secondly, there is MASSIVE scientific evidence behind the success of essential oils. There is also MASSIVE scientific evidence behind the harm that traditional items in your medicine cabinet really cause. This swap isn’t a short-sighted venture for your family. It’s truly an investment in your health and well-being. Think of all the money you spend on doctor visits, ibuprofen, antacids, sleeping pills… reduce all of that, bring in some oils, and you’ve done what I like to call the “ditch and switch.” Plus, you’re healthier and likely saving money. So, when I say we wives are simply just doing what we think is best, hear us out.

Q & A with Wil: Perspective from a Man

Ok, I’ll get off my soap box and give the spotlight over to Wil now.

Question: What did you think when I (Bethany) first started using essential oils?

Wil: They seemed like a fad or trend you picked up on just because people around you were using them. I didn’t really know what to think…

Question: What do you think of essential oils now?

Wil: I don’t have any doubts that they work after seeing undeniable benefits! I use them daily… that speaks for itself.

Question: What made you change your mind on essential oils? How long did it take until you also believed in them?

Wil: It definitely didn’t happen overnight! At first, I didn’t believe they would work even when I used them. I thought maybe they were “mental” and there would be a placebo effect. But when I saw results even with that mindset, it made me a believer. How could I not be? So the change happened when I saw undeniable proof on myself!

Question: What is your favorite way to use essential oils?

Wil: As a part of my fitness and recovery routine! I use Copaiba preworkout and before a round of golf to help reduce fatigue and soreness. At the end of the day, I like to use Deep Relief on any sore muscles… that’s probably my favorite! But really I use them all the time for so many things.

Question: Do you have any advice specifically for men using essential oils?

Wil: Even if you’re skeptical, give them a shot. What do you have to lose?

There you have it, friends. If you’re ready to give these “snake oils” a shot, we are here for you! Shoot us a message. We’d love to help you get started!

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