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SOURCING, SCIENCE, AND STANDARDS Why you’ll want to share the updated Seed to Seal program
FOUNDER’S MESSAGE
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We have many experiences in life that
create memories that last a lifetime and that affect the way we think, what we do, and even change our life path for career and family. How often we are amazed at some of those changes that come as a surprise and were never thought of as possibilities in our life. For some, Young Living is one of those surprises
that
comes
because
of
the
tremendous benefits it offers and the success it makes possible. For over 25 years, I have been rewarded while watching thousands of people grow in self-development and become leaders who not only help themselves, but also help many others achieve their goals and make their dreams come true. From the first time someone gains an understanding of the power of essential oils, the moment a product user decides to become a business builder, or the first time
someone
attends
the
International
Grand Convention, these moments carry great significance and shape our lives with a richness of blessings often difficult to describe. They give us the clarity or fortitude we need to overcome challenges or take risks that build courage and self-confidence. Every month we watch new Diamond, Platinum, Gold, and Silver members emerge into leadership roles. In the first week of August, we celebrated at our beautiful St. Maries Farm in northern Idaho with those who reached the rank of Gold. They were
From the manuka grown in New Zealand to lavender grown in Mona, Utah, our Seed to Seal standards always apply. Pause for a moment and consider why you share
Lauren Walker at the convention. “It’s about building
Young Living Essential Oils with your friends, family,
relationships because it’s a trust factor. It ensures
and neighbors. One reason that probably stands out
that we know [our suppliers], and they know us.” The
is Young Living’s commitment to quality, purity, and
Sourcing pillar helps guarantee that our products are
transparency. Our Seed to Seal program catapults
pure, genuine, and free from harmful synthetics.
us beyond basic industry standards, and once you
Pillar Two: Science
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understand the expanded Seed to Seal program, you’ll
Pop quiz (this is the Science pillar after all): How
want to share it with everyone you know.
many different tests do you think we use to test each
Why the update
oil? Dr. Mike Buch, Young Living’s Chief Science
At the 2017 International Grand Convention, Young
Officer, answered this at the convention when he said
Living Chief Operating Officer Jared Turner put it this
that, generally, Young Living runs 15 to 20 different
way, “Our Seed to Seal program is upheld by three
tests on the oils to ensure the efficacy and authenticity
essential pillars: Sourcing, Science and Standards. Our
of all our products.
commitment to lead the industry and continuously
Pillar Three: Standards
improve is who we are.”
Our most important partner is the earth. Chief Legal
Focusing on three pillars of quality control gives
Officer Matthew French explains, “We’re passionate
members a more concrete behind-the-scenes look at
about and committed to sustainable environmental
the extensive efforts to produce the purest products
compliance, and we’re providing evidence of our
nature has to offer.
passion and commitment by our serious investments
Pillar One: Sourcing
in our Seed to Seal Standards pillar and a new gold
You care deeply about your products’ ingredients
standard Sustainable Compliance Program.” Our top-
and source, and so do we. That’s why we meticulously
tier standards strive to protect landscapes, plants,
vet our suppliers, essential oils, and production
wildlife, and you!
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facilities. “That’s what a lot of the Seed to Seal is all about,” said Young Living Chief Supply Officer
GET IN THE GROOVE WITH HEALTHY HABITS Revolutionize your routine by going back to basics Young Living product to help get you past challenges.
able to see the first Young Living farm,
If hydration is hard, add a drop of Lemon Vitality™ or
where I did so much of my early research on
Grapefruit Vitality and let the bright flavor motivate you
the cultivation of aromatic plants and the
to come back for more. When post-workout soreness
development of my distilling techniques.
keeps you from wanting to try again, give muscles a bit
In August, some of the men of Young Living
of relief with Cool Azul™ Pain Relief Cream! If you can’t
had the opportunity to attend our second Iron
make it to bed on time, prepare yourself for restful sleep
Will Men’s Camp I and the first Camp II, where
by diffusing Cedarwood and Lavender essential oils.
they gained insights into building businesses with their wives or partners and discovering
As fall begins, routines become far more hectic.
Calendar looking hectic? Schedule time for yourself first.
Whether juggling work schedules, kids going back to
greater self-awareness in different and inspiring
When the free-wheeling of summer comes to an end,
school, new extra-curriculars, or all of the above, there’s
ways. The beauty of my Skyrider Wilderness
it’s easy to fall into a funk without structure and routine
a lot to maintain. Help your family stay on track with oils
Ranch, nestled in the stillness of the Uinta
to get us back on track.
like GeneYus™ and Joy™ and add Inner Defense™ to the
Mountains, lent special time for introspection
Eating right, staying hydrated, exercising, and getting
and meditation as everyone connected with the
enough sleep is vital to a healthy routine. Make sure
Above all, remember that your routine is supposed
majesty of Mother Nature and her creations.
these important habits are part of your life by planning
to help you, not add stress and frustration. When your
Specials guest speakers such as Oli Wenker,
for them like any other appointment. Schedule time
routine has a hiccup, take a few deep breaths, diffuse
Sabina DeVita, Scott and Brenda Schuler,
throughout the day to drink water, put exercise on your
some Stress Away™, and know you can start again
Stevie Baggs, and Dallas Seavey added
calendar, and maintain a set bedtime. Plan meals ahead
tomorrow. For more tips on supporting your routine,
their own special touch while offering new
of time so unhealthy choices are harder to make.
check out our blog “Reset Your Mindset: Handling the
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Habits are easier to incorporate when you have the right PAG E 1
daily regimen before everyone walks out the door.
Hustle” at bit.ly/2eTkc84.