Hi! I’m Nina
I’m a Certified Aromatherapist and my passion is teaching you how to use essential oils so that you have the knowledge and confidence to use them safely and effectively.
Life is full of everyday challenges. We can’t avoid or hide from them, we have to tackle them. Having a healthy mind and body is essential so that when we are faced with challenges, we don’t feel like we are drowning.
How do we cultivate a healthy mind and body? Keeping a balanced diet, regular exercise, reducing toxin exposure, getting enough sleep, reducing stress and really taking care of ourselves are just some of the things that we do, or should be doing to keep a healthy mind and body. Aromatherapy provides a natural way for us to accomplish this so we are able to focus on the important things. For me, that means having quality relationships, feeling energized and well rested, looking and feeling my best, being present in the moment, and of course having fun as well.
Essential oils and aromatherapy have been a great tool to help me pursue this lifestyle in a natural way, and it excites me to share that knowledge with you. That’s what Purescential Living is all about.
People don’t just wake up one morning and decide what their passion will be, neither did I.
So, how did Purescential Living start?
Growing up I always wanted to become a female version of James Bond. My Mom would always say that I lived in the clouds. We all have dreams though, right?! It doesn’t matter how crazy they may sound to someone else, they are still our dreams, and mine was always to be able to make a difference in people’s lives and change the world for the better. I just had to find a way to do it. I ignored my dreams for a while. I attained two bachelor’s degrees, one of which was in accounting, and after working in the corporate world for a while I realized it was a dream and soul crushing place, at least for me. That realization, along with having a child, changed my perspective on everything! I mean changing diapers and going away on secret missions is possible only if you work in Hollywood.
I used to be obsessed with commercial air fresheners, scented candles and plug-ins until one day I realized… that obsession was causing me and my little guy to sneeze like crazy and I always had watery eyes. I decided to switch to essential oils for their aroma. I never could have imagined how much more there was to essential oils. I went from just having an interest in making my house smell better to a whole lifestyle that involves natural aroma therapies and remedies. I developed such a passion for it that I’ve decided to turn it into a career. I’m excited to share that knowledge with you and perhaps even change the world for the better along the way.
Five things that bring me joy
1. My boys are the two biggest loves of my life! I have an adorable 5-year-old boy who thinks he’s all that. I also have an amazing husband who puts up with my dream chasing. I think he does it because he absolutely loves my cooking, and as the saying goes, the best way to a man’s heart is through his stomach.
2. Being truly happy would be impossible for me without my family and friends. They do keep me sane and I love them all so much.
3. I love cooking! It is such a creative process for me and no, I never follow a recipe to a T. I must put my little spin on it. The best part is when I get to share it with my friends and family.
4. If I could travel every day of my life I probably would. Luckily, my husband and son feel the same way. They are great travel buddies! I love exploring new places and meeting new people. If you keep an open mind you will be blown away by how much you can learn and grow as a person.
5. I dream of having a big rose garden just like my grandma. I love flowers, the more the merrier! I could spend the entire day just planting flowers, it’s so relaxing.