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FOUNDER’S MESSAGE YOUNG LIVING’S NEXT CHAPTER GETS UNDERWAY Breaking Ground on the New Global Headquarters Spring is an exciting time for me when the
seeded ground comes to life as the plants
begin to push through the earth and reach for
Executives officially broke ground on the new Global Headquarters in Lehi, Utah, on May 15.
the sunshine. The einkorn at the Tabiona ranch is thriving, and we expect to have a wonderful
Nestled between rugged Mount Timpanogos and
crop. Mona, Highland Flats, and St. Maries
Utah’s main traffic corridor in Lehi, Utah, Young Living
are also in the process of new growth and all
executives broke ground on the new Young Living
Inside, the building will feature a large member
that comes during the summer and early fall.
Global Headquarters on May 15, with members and
recognition area and Young Living museum. Visitors will
staff in attendance.
also enjoy a three-story waterfall, stunning waterscape
Much excitement is in the air as we come
roof-mounted solar panels, liberal use of natural light in the structure, and more.
closer to our International Grand Convention.
This 263,000-square-foot, world-class building will
features, and a variety of plant life. Employees will
This will be a new adventure for all of us as we
be a commanding presence among Utah’s thriving
benefit from efficient and comfortable work stations,
fill the seats in the stadium at the University
business community, while espousing Young Living’s
on-site cafeteria and restaurant, and collaborative
of Utah. Everything is going to be different,
values of bringing pure essential oils to the world and
spaces throughout the building.
and the anticipation is at a terrific height. So
being a steward of the earth. Sitting on more than 27
Outside, the planned 3.6 acres of demonstration
many new products are coming, with huge
acres, the building’s natural exterior finish materials and
gardens will be an important teaching and research
surprises. I would love to just “spill the beans”
flowing, organic design will complement the incredible
tool open for members to enjoy. With features such
because I can’t wait to see the look on your
landscapes that surround it.
as a landscaped amphitheater that will accommodate
faces; but I am bound by my own commitment
Young Living Founder and Chairman of the Board
approximately 1,000 people and the 1.5-acre Founder’s
to not spoil the fun. You’ll just have to be
D. Gary Young spoke at the event, celebrating the
Park, it will become a place that brings people together.
there
groundbreaking and future of Young Living.
to
experience
the
explosion
live.
We have been thrilled with the response to
“We don’t have to build this building, but we’re going
the relaunch of Valor®. Everyone has waited so
to do it,” he said, “because we’ve got a future, and we
long and so patiently. But it is here and members
have a message for the world. And so, yes, we do need
around the world are raving. Many members
to build this building.”
More Features:
• Six outdoor shaded terraces
• 4,500-square-foot shaded dining patio • Sky-lit, five-story central court • 18’ x 35’ LED screen in center court
have never even had the opportunity to
The new headquarters is an investment not just in
experience this great oil blend with its exquisite
Young Living’s future but also in the future of the earth.
• Charging stations for electric vehicles
aroma and magical benefits. But no one has
It will give back with green initiatives such as water-
• Recycling of food bio-waste into planting mulch
to wait any longer. Those of you who don’t
conserving xeriscaping and drip irrigation systems,
• Seeking LEED and Green Globe certification
yet have your bottle are in for a special treat. I love talking about the creation of Valor— actually, I love talking about any of my formulations. I am so invigorated to be in the lab surrounded by so many different oils
YOGA THE YOUNG LIVING WAY Find the Right Essential Oils to Enhance Your Yoga Practice energy, meditation, or whatever suits your practice.
as I anticipate combining them to create
Young Living Senior Global Educator, RN, RNPA,
something new. Each new blend is special
and certified yoga instructor Ed Dailey recently shared
to me, and I formulate them with a specific
some thoughts on how essential oils can enhance
intent for a special purpose. That’s why each
a yoga practice, no matter your level of expertise.
one is unique to itself and why it seems that
“Sometimes, at the beginning of the practices if I’m
members have their favorites, unless you
diffusing, say, Frankincense, I might put a drop on my
are like Mary and me—we love them all.
hand and just take some soft inhalations and exhalations
Whenever I create a new blend, I like to
at the beginning of practice and again at the end,” he says.
start with a goal in mind. I’ll ask myself what
Young
I want the blend to accomplish—what will the
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a base oil and then add the other supporting For example, if I am trying to create a blend
oils
can
enhance
sessions
built
around specific poses. Some great ways to use them:
benefit be in the lives of our members? I select oils to put my idea and vision into the bottle.
Living
Many Young Living oils and essential oil blends can boost your yoga practice.
Standing Try
poses
diffusing
Frankincense,
•
can
be
earthy Myrrh,
or
very
grounding.
essential
oils
like
Idaho
Balsam
Fir.
For awakening poses like backbends, Tangerine,
with a soothing aroma, I may turn to Lavender
Practicing yoga is an excellent way to stay on
as my base oil; and then, guided by instinct,
the pathway to health and wellness, and it’s one
Orange,
and
intuition, and research, I carefully select
of our favorite forms of self-care. For seasoned
Awaken
can also be diffused to aromatically
the other oils to optimize the scent, fortify
yogis,
intensify the effect of poses meant to energize.
the application, or even enhance the flavor.
incorporating essential oils into a yoga practice
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can transform it, creating an atmosphere of peace,
or
those
stretching
into
something
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new,
™
Grapefruit
can
be
diffused.
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