Falling Into Fall: Support, the Third Pillar of Navigating Change
- Peggy Washburn
- Sep 25
- 3 min read
Support: Reinforcing Stability Through External Tools
When change comes, most of us try to power through. We tell ourselves to “just handle it,” but over time the cracks show. Sleep feels lighter. Energy dips sooner. Small stressors feel bigger than they should. Even our mood can swing on a dime.
This is why the Third Pillar of Navigating Change—Support—matters so much. First Pillar - Awareness shows us what’s shifting focus helps us choose our response. Second Pillar - Support brings in steady anchors that hold us when willpower alone isn’t enough.
Support isn’t weakness. It’s wisdom. It’s about using what’s around you—nutrition, supplements, essential oils, and mindful practices—to steady your body and reassure your mind. These tools remind your whole system: you’re safe, you can reset.
Why Support Works
Stress and transition demand more from the body. Your nervous system fires constantly, burning through reserves. Your organs work harder. And without replenishment, fatigue and irritability take over.
External support steps in where depletion begins:
Supplements rebuild what stress drains, fueling energy and resilience.
Essential oils signal calm or focus to your nervous system within seconds.
Mindful practices like breathwork or journaling slow the spiral of stress, creating pockets of steadiness in the middle of change.
Together, these layers of support create a rhythm of stability you can rely on.
Practical Tools for Stability
Nutrition and Supplements Resilience begins with strong foundations. A consistent supplement routine provides the nutrients your body leans on most when stress is high.
Essential Oils Certain oils are natural allies during change. Balance® restores steadiness when everything feels shaky. Copaiba offers reassurance when worry takes over. Frankincense deepens calm and creates grounding. Citrus oils spark optimism and fresh perspective when you need a lift.
Mindful Practices Daily practices don’t have to be long or complicated. A few minutes of slow breathing, jotting down a page in your journal, or creating a short ritual with oils can send powerful signals of safety and consistency. Pairing oils with these practices adds a sensory cue that makes the habit easier to return to.
The Deeper Experience of Support
Support is more than “extra care.” It’s what helps you reset instead of running on empty. Imagine starting your morning with a few deep breaths and Balance®, adding Frankincense before journaling, and taking supplements that protect your energy. Small acts like these layer into a rhythm that makes change feel manageable instead of overwhelming.
A Gentle Invitation
Ask yourself: Where do I most feel the strain of change—body, mind, or emotions? What simple support could I bring in today to steady myself?
If you’re ready to go further, there are structured ways to walk this out—a guided 90-Day Reset that rebuilds your foundation, strengthens your organs, and renews your energy for the long run. Learn more and get started here: Fall into Change: 90-Day Reset Protocol.
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Guiding You Through Change
I started with doTERRA shortly after it launched, having already used essential oils for 15 years. But when my sister gave me a bottle of doTERRA Wild Orange, it was a game-changer. The moment I opened it and inhaled the scent, I was in awe. It was a mood-shifting experience that sealed my commitment to doTERRA and my journey began. How could you not smile when you smell Wild Orange? That was over 15 years ago.
More recently, I expanded my passion for wellness and personal growth into creating transformative journals. These journals are designed to inspire growth, intention, and personal transformation. I am passionate about helping others on their unique journeys of self-discovery. I craft journals that combine meaningful prompts with reflection to help individuals embrace change and cultivate a life of purpose.
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