Arcadia Therapeutic Massage

Thanks to Kyle Smith from Essex Oak Carpentry Ltd, Arcadia is up and running again with windows that actually open! I very much appreciate the effort Kyle put in on my behalf and his willingness to work with my schedule. I'm ready now. Bring on summer!

When first-time clients enter my practice to receive the Raindrop Technique, they are always blown away by how incredible the room smells. My response often surprises them: "These oils are so pure, you can actually use them for food preparation! But you need to be mindful of the fact that they are so powerful, it is highly suggested that you use the toothpick method."

Think about the heavy-hitters used in a Raindrop session: Oregano, Thyme, Basil, Cypress, Wintergreen, Marjoram, Peppermint, and proprietary Young Living blends like Aroma Siez, Valor, and White Angelica.You probably recognize several of those directly from your spice rack! Young Living actually produces a "Vitality" line of oils. These are officially classified as GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) by the FDA for internal use. To keep things compliant, they carry a separate label—but here is a insider secret: the therapeutic-grade oil inside the bottle is exactly the same pure plant extract I use during a Raindrop Technique!

Because they are far more concentrated than dried herbs, a single drop can completely overwhelm a dish. That’s why we dip a toothpick into the oil and swirl that into the recipe instead! See the chart below for recommended exchange rates.

Be warned, not all oils are created equal. I often enjoy a drop of Lemon and a drop of Peppermint EO in a cup of hot water. I once shared my treat with a friend. She enjoyed it so much she went home and tried to replicate it. She later told me that it was so disgusting she had to tip it out.

Word to the wise, before consuming an oil ensure it's quality. There are a lot of imposters on the market.

Are you a woman in business? This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with others.

Due to unforeseen circumstances, our Women in Business Coffee Connections this Friday has moved to Truffle Cafe, Paraparaumu.

Don’t miss a casual but fun and interactive networking session. Enjoy your morning coffee with a group of like minded ladies in business. You don't need to be a member to come along, it's free and open to all.

We'd love to see you there 💜

Arcadia will be closed this week as I am getting a new window for my room. To prep for the reno I moved everything out of the room, including all of my plants. I have to say, seeing them all together is rather impressive. And this isn't all of them! There are more in other rooms.