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Raindrop

Technique

A hands-on technique based on Ancient Egyptian, Ancient

Tibetan and American Indian energy principles and using

pure, unadulterated Young Living essential oils.

Developed as an initiative of Young Living Independent Distributors #213132


List of Contents1. Client History Form

2. Session Notes and Log Book form[It is suggested that you put these forms back to back and make multiple double-sided copies. To attend Level 2

Raindrop Technique training, you will be required to hand in a copy of your log book, demonstrating a minimum

of 15 logged sessions (signed by each recipient), performed on at least 5 different recipients.]

3. Raindrop Technique: What to Expect

4. Preparing for Raindrop Technique[It is suggested that you put these forms back to back and make multiple double-sided copies to hand out to all

new recipients prior to their first Raindrop Technique session with you.]

5. Step Summary[A summary of the steps of Raindrop Technique for quick review. You may choose to laminate this page and

keep it handy while you are learning the steps of Raindrop Technique]

6. Recipient Testimonial and Faciliators Details[These 2 pages can be photocopied as many times as you like, and provide a means for you to participate in our

ongoing research into Raindrop Technique, and (where appropriate) gain recognition for your successes with

Raindrop Technique through our online advertising and publications.]

7. Raindrop Technique Training and Further Education

[This page tells you the steps needed to gain a Certificate of Competency, and Additional Education Courses]

8. Raindrop Technique Notes

Useful ResourcesThe Health Garden is an excellent source of literature and other resources on essential oils, aromatherapy, health,

wealth and wisdom (including most of the following literature). Freecall 1800 01 33 22 for your free catalogue, or

visit www.healthgarden.com.au for on-line ordering (at a discount) or download an order form and price list.

Required Resources:

Code: BOKEODR Essential Oils Desk Reference by Essential Science Publishing

Code: DVDEODR Raindrop Technique DVD: Expanded Edition by Essential Science Publishing OR

Code: 199802 DVD - Raindrop Technique (beginners) available directly from Young Living

Recommended Resources:

Code: BOKSVR Statistical Validation of Raindrop Technique by Dr. David Stewart, PhD.

Code: DVDRDTD Raindrop Technique (Dallas Version) DVD by Dr. David Stewart, PhD.

Code: DVDAVF Applied VitaFlex DVD by Dr. David Stewart, PhD.

Code: DVDVF Vitaflex Technique by Tom Woloshyn

Code: BOKCEO The Chemistry of Essential Oils made Simple by Dr. David Stewart, PhD.

Code: BOKREP Releasing Emotional Patterns with Essential Oils by Carolyn Mein, D.C.

Code: BOKAHS Aromatherapy for Healing the Spirit by Gabriel Mojay

Code: CDRVEEO The Vibrational Effects of Essential Oils (CDRom) by The Health Garden

Other Valuable Resources:

Code: BOKFBA Feelings Buried Alive Never Die by Karol Truman

Code: BOKMOE Molecules of Emotion by Candace Pert

Code: BOKHYB Heal your Body by Louise Hay

Code: BOKBBS The Body is the Barometer of the Soul by Annette Noontil

Code: BOKHAE Healing for the Age of Enlightenment by Stanley Burroughs

www.pubmed.com For essential oil research and abstracts


Raindrop Technique TrainingIn order to support your competency and education in Raindrop Technique, the following steps are necessary:

1. Purchase the required literature (see Useful Resources)

2. Review sections relevant to Raindrop Technique (watch DVD, read up on the oils used in the technique)

3. Attend the Level 1 Raindrop Technique training. Receive a certificate of attendance upon completion.

4. Give at least 15 Raindrop Technique sessions (to a minimum of 5 different recipients)

5. Have each new recipient complete a Client History Form

6. After every Raindrop Technique session, complete your log book (including recipient signature)

7. When you feel competent, and after a minimum of 15 Raindrop Technique sessions, attend Level 2.

8. Level 2 is a competency training.

9. It comprises a 100 point multiple-choice written exam, and a 100 point practical assessment

10. On completion of Level 2s written and practical exam, you will be given written feedback by your teacher.

11. If you have received a pass mark of 80% or more, you will be issued with a Certificate of Competency.

12. If you received a mark of less than 80%, your teacher will indicate to you the areas that need revision.

13. In this instance, your teacher will offer suggestions on how to improve your competency.

14. You may resit Level 2 at any stage that you feel ready.

15. Once you have your Certificate of Competency, you can register with the International Institute for

Complementary Therapists (IICT) for Raindrop Technique.

16. Once registered with IICT you may then obtain public liability and professional risks insurance cover for

Raindrop Technique through OAMPS Insurance Brokers.

We want to ensure that you maintain your skills in Raindrop Technique. To maintain your registration with us, you

must offer proof of competency or further education every 2 years. There are a number of ways you can do this:

(a) Re-sit Level 1,

or (b) Re-sit Level 2,

or (c) Train in Raindrop Technique with an institution recognised by us, and provide proof of attendance,

or (d) Give a Raindrop Technique to one of our recognised teachers, and receive a letter of approval

Further Education CoursesIn addition to Professional Level Raindrop Technique (1, 2 and teacher training), we offer the following Further

Education Courses to help extend your understanding of Raindrop Technique and its application.

1. Vitaflex Master Class - learn complete vitaflex technique, Lymphatic Pump, Heart Access Point, Atlas

Adjustment, Ear Moves, Headache Point and Scalp Vitaflex

2. Raindrop Technique Master Class - advanced modifications of Raindrop Technique (including substituting

oils, Raindrop Technique variations, and integrating Raindrop Technique into other modalities)

3. Intuitive Raindrop Technique - advanced tools for sensing the body and using essential oils intuitively

4. Raindrop Technique for Animals

5. Egyptian Emotional Clearing Technique

6. The Chemistry of Essential Oils

AcknowledgmentsOur deepest appreciation goes to Gary Young for the creation and inspiration behind this wonderful technique,

and to Young Living for their dedication and research that makes such superb oils available for us all to use. We

would also like to express our heart-felt gratitude to: Will Halterman, Dr. David Hill (D.C.), Artemis, Simon

Elderfield, Ariel, Noel Cunnington, Kirsten Hartley, Riga Walsh, Soraya Saraswati, Suzie Donkin and Catherine

Garro for their valuable contribution to the development of this manual. We also wish to thank Dr. David Stewart

(PhD) for his valuable assistance in gaining insurance cover for Raindrop Technique.


Why is it called Raindrop Technique?

Raindrop Technique derives its name from the process

of dripping pure, unadulterated, therapeutic-grade

essential oils onto the spine from a height of about

15cm (6 inches). This duplicates the effect of raindrops

falling onto the body - an action Native Americans

believe to be purifying to body and spirit. As the oil

falls towards the body, it interacts with the etheric

energy field (aura), increasing its size and frequency.

The Origins of Raindrop Technique

Raindrop Technique was developed by naturopath D.

Gary Young, N.D., founder and President of Young

Living Essential Oils. In addition to various massage

techniques, it draws inspiration from many cultures:

Ancient Egypt: Raindrop Technique is performed in a

quiet, gently-lit space. The absence of visual and

mental distractions facilitate the recipient to reconnect

with their Deeper Self . The Ancient Egyptians used

this concept in their ceremony for Cleansing the Flesh

and Blood, which was performed in silence in a

darkened room. The recipient had a facilitator at their

head and feet. In Step 1 of Raindrop Technique, if a

second person is available to assist, one person will be

at the feet, and one at the head of the recipient.

Ancient Tibet: Raindrop Technique utilises Vitaflex

technique as one of its steps. Vitaflex Technique is the

ancient Tibetan version of reflexology, which utilises

VITAlity through the reFLEXes in order to send

electrical impulses to parts of the recipients body that

correspond to the points of the foot being worked on.

Native American: The Lakota people used to travel

in Spring to visit the aurora borealis (the northern

lights). Theyd hold their hands up to the lights, and

breathe in the electrical charge coming from the sky,

imagining they were pulling this electricity through their

fingers, into their body, and up their spine. They

believed this helped overcome many physical

problems.

When they were restricted to reservations, they

created an alternative technique where the recipient

holds up their hands, and the giver stands behind them

stroking lightly up their spine. The recipient breathes in

the energy from this movement, moving the energy

through their body as they breathe out.

Gary was inspired to disperse essential oils along the

spine using this same movement, with great success.

1. Energy and Electrical balancing

Raindrop technique begins with the oil blend Valor,

which has a balancing effect on the bodys electrical

energy, and the aura. During trauma, pain or emotional

imbalance the aura is fractured. Valor smooths the

aura and rebalances the electrical energy of the body,

promoting deep relaxation and centering.

2. Enhances Frequency, feels wonderful

Essential oils have been shown to raise body

frequency. Its not surprising that most people feel

wonderful after having received a Raindrop Technique.

Its common to feel energised yet calm, and centred

yet uplifted. Raindrop Technique also uses Marjoram

(Origanum marjorana) - the herb of happiness.

3. Research on spines

Raindrop technique was developed as a result of

research indicating that many forms of spinal

misalignments are caused by muscle spasms and

inflammation-producing bacteria and viruses.

4. The effects of Phenols

A study in Germany showed that Phenols (the hot

constituent in high concentration in Oregano oil) have

the ability to dissolve the petrochemical coating which

forms on the receptor sites of our nerves.

5. Red dots along spine

When applying Oregano and Thyme to the spine,

occasionally red dots (pin prick size) will appear in a

patch along part of the spine. Enquire whether the

recipient has ever had a prior viral invasion such as

Ross River Fever or Glandular Fever, or a level of

fatigue that suggests possible viral infection.

6. Methyl Salicylate

Birch (Betula alleghaniensis) or Wintergreen

(Gaultheria procumbens), either of which may be

used in the Raindrop Technique, are high in methyl

salicylate (salicylic acid is an ingredient in aspirin).

7. Absorbability

Studies have shown that menthone (a constituent in

peppermint oil) increases the speed and absorbtion of

other substances (eg. the other oils used in Raindrop

Technique) by up to 18 times.

Research the essential oils used in Raindrop Technique

to learn more about its potential applications, and

review the Raindrop Technique DVD for clarification

of how the technique itself is performed.

Origins and Uses of Raindrop Technique


Remove all removable jewellery

Prior to starting the technique, the giver and receiver

remove all removable jewellery/metal. Metal interferes

with the flow of electrical energy through the body.

Fingernails short and filed

To perform Raindrop Technique, your fingernails must

be completely short, and filed. It is best to remove nail

polish before the session, as the oils will dissolve it.

Observe modesty and professionalism at all times

Be respectful in how and where you touch the

recipients body, and observe modesty at all times. For

example, cover exposed parts of their body with a

sheet or towels, and provide privacy when the

recipient rolls over, by holding up a sheet or towel

between you and them . Ensure that the room where

youre conducting Raindrop Technique is set up in a

professional-looking manner, and offers privacy (eg.

curtains closed if people outside can see in).

Never lose body contact with recipient

Have everything you need within easy reach, so that

you never lose body contact with the recipient during a

Raindrop Technique session - some part of your body

must always be in contact with them. Raindrop

Technique sets up an electrical current between the

giver and receiver. Losing body contact is like pulling

the plug on that electrical current.

The only exceptions are: (a) if the recipient needs to

use the bathroom, and (b) preparing the compress.

Consider setting up a rice cooker within arms reach for

the hot compress. A wet towel can be warmed up in

the rice cooker, and retrieved with tongs, gloves, or

bare hands without breaking body contact.

All movements performed up the Spine

Following the example set by the Lakota people, all

movements in Raindrop Technique are performed up

the spine (from lower back to neck, and also from the

heal to the toe when you are performing Vitaflex

Technique on the feet). The only exception is when

Raindrop Technique is performed on a quadraplegic,

or someone with Multiple Sclerosis or a spinal injury

(in which case the direction of movement is reversed to

work down the spine).

Conducted in Silence

Raindrop Technique initiates a state of connection in

giver and receiver. This can be interrupted or

diminished by talking, so Raindrop Technique is

conducted in silence. Gentle music may at times be

used to disguise intrusive noises, or aid relaxation.

Essential oil quality and neat application

A large quantity of essential oils (100 to 140 drops)

may be used in Raindrop Technique, so its essential to

use only pure, unadulterated, therapeutic-grade A

essential oils (grown and extracted without use of

harmful chemicals). The correct essential oil

chemotype must also be used.

These criteria are all met by Young Livings essential

oils, so always use their oils for Raindrop Technique.

Except in certain circumstances (seepage on Safety

Precautions/Special Instructions), the oils are always

applied neat (undiluted).

4 Core Steps to Raindrop Technique

The following 4 steps are the core of Raindrop

Technique. In certain circumstances (seepage on

Safety Information/Special Instructions), one or

more steps may be omitted, creating a condensed

version of Raindrop Technique.

(a) Energy Balance (Valor balance). During this step,

the recipients fingertips must not be touching, as this

changes the flow of electrical energy through the body.

If the recipient is wearing a metal zipper, fold the

zipper open so it doesnt sit over the spine.

(b) Vitaflex Technique is performed on the spinal reflex

of the feet using the Raindrop oils. Vitaflex must

involve a complete movement (from pads of fingers,

onto tips of nails, and then onto the backs of nails).

See Step 2 for a complete description of Vitaflex.

(c) With the recipient face-down or in a chair, the oils

are dripped onto the spine from a height of approx. 6

inches (15 cm), and spread over the back using

feather-light strokes with the backs of the fingernails.

(d) A warm, moist towel is placed over the back to

enhance the penetration of the oils. The moisture drives

the oils deeper into the body tissues. This is modified

to a cool moist towel under certain circumstances (see

page on Safety Precautions/Special Instructions).

Core Principles

Gary Young tailors Raindrop Technique to each recipient, so many versions of Raindrop Technique have evolved

since its inception. All versions have the following points in common (these represent the core of the technique):


The basic Raindrop Technique oils/oil blends

The oils traditionally used in Raindrop Technique are:

Oregano, Thyme, Basil, Marjoram, Cypress, Birch or

Wintergreen and Peppermint, as well as the Young

Living blends called Valor and Aroma Siez, and the

Young Living massage oils of Orthoease (or

Orthosport), and V6 (6 vegetable oils combined).

Using Additional Oils during Raindrop Technique

Some of these basic oils may be left out, or other oils

included, depending on each recipients needs.

Essential oils for emotional application may also be

substituted in place of (or in addition to) these oils.

They can be used on the recipient during the Energy

Balancing Step, or interspersed with the basic

Raindrop Technique oils on the feet or back.

A note of Caution: Many different essential oils are

already being used on the body during Raindrop

Technique. When you introduce additional oils and

blends into Raindrop Technique, be sensitive to the

amount of oils you are using, and the variety of

different oils/blends. More is not always better,

especially if you are giving Raindrop Technique to

someone unused to this quality of essential oil.

Consider spacing out the application of new oils

(allowing 4 or 5 minutes between oils), so the recipient

assimilates one oil before the next one goes on.

Young Livingproduces an extensive range of essential

oil singles and blends. For example, their Feelings

Kit contains an excellent range of essential oil blends

for emotional application.

Consult the Essential Oils Desk Reference for more

information on the application of essential oils, and to

help you select additional oils to use during Raindrop

Technique.

Always follow the manufacturers Guidelines for Safe

Use when applying essential oils (eg. Young Livings

brochure, How to use essential oils).

Australian Regulations - no therapeutic claims

Raindrop Technique is not intended to treat, cure or

prevent any disease. Because of Australian government

regulations, you are not permitted to make any

therapeutic claims about Raindrop Technique or about

Young Livings essential oils. Please be aware of this

in your advertising, and when you speak to others

about the technique. If you are not sure, contact Young

Living directly.

Therapeutic-grade Essential Oils

Therapeutic grade essential oils are produced using

low temperature, low pressure steam distillation, to

retain the true fingerprint of the essential oil. All of

Young Livings essential oils are Therapeutic Grade A.

Young Living goes a step further, with their research

into the ideal growing and distillation procedures for

their essential oils. For example, Cypress (Cupresses

sempervirens) is an oil commonly used in Raindrop

Technique. Young Living has discovered that Cypress

must be distilled for 24 hours (because 18 of the key

consitituents only come across in last 20 mins).

Young Living also has the correct chemotypes of oils

for Raindrop Technique. For example, Raindrop

Technique uses Basil (Ocimum basilicum Methyl

Chavicol CT). Many other brands use synthetic Basil

oil (which is potentially harmful to the body), or a

different chemotype (mostly Basil Eugenol CT. This is

sweet basil, and has a different effect. Methyl Chavicol

is not common in Australia.

Pure, Unadulterated Essential Oils

Young Living also guarantees that all of their essential

oils are unadulterated, and free of synthetic

constituents. This is essential for Raindrop Technique,

in order to avoid a skin reaction to the adulterants

often present in commercial essential oils.

Most essential oil growers use synthetic pesticides and

herbicides on their plants. Potentially harmful chemicals

are also added during the cooking process to improve

yield. Young Living carefully sources their essential

oils from farms that meet their quality standards, and

do not use these chemicals on their crops or during

distillation. Young Living also produce many of their

own essential oils from seed (on their 4+ farms world-

wide).

To ensure that no contamination has occurred (through

an unscrupulous supplier adulterating an oil, or through

the drift effect from crop spraying on neighbouring

farms), Young Living employs rigorous, state-of-the-

art tests on all batches of essential oils. Oils that dont

meet their standards are rejected.

Essential Oils Used


Client History Form

Each new recipient should complete a client history

form prior to their first Raindrop Technique. This gives

you important information on their medical history,

current health status, and exposure to chemicals.

Communication

Make sure the recipient understands the importance of

communicating to you any discomfort they might

experience during the session, or in the days following.

Skin Testing

Skin test the Raindrop Technique oils on each new

recipient at the beginning of their first session. Your

notes describe how to do this, and the appropriate

response should they experience a skin reaction. This

is further explained in the page titled Skin Test

Modifications (in the top table).

Specific Essential Oil Safety Precautions

Appendices T and U in the Essential Oils Desk

Reference is a table of safety codes for essential oil

singles/blends. They indicate which oils should be used

with caution (or avoided) for various conditions/ages.

Refer to these appendices and your Client History

Form prior to each Raindrop Technique session.

Follow Manufacturers Instructions for safe use

Always adhere to the manufacturers guidelines for safe

use of essential oils (see How to Use Essential

Oils brochure by Young Living.)

General Safety Precautions

Do not apply essential oils neat to the skin directly

over plastic parts in the body (breast implants,

pacemakers, etc.).

Do not perform Vitaflex Technique on the legs/feet of

someone who has blood clots in those regions. You

could perform vitaflex on their hands instead.

Never apply pressure onto the spine.

Quadriplegics, MS or Spinal Injury

All of the movements in Raindrop Technique are

performed up the spine (from lower back to neck).

However, Gary Young teaches that in quadriplegics, or

people with Multiple Sclerosis, a spinal injury or any

neurological limitation in a lower extremity, movements

should be performed down the spine, to help move

energy through the damaged part of the spine or legs.

Hot versus Cold compress

Step 4 of Raindrop Technique is the application of a

hot, wet compress. If the recipient has a neurological

disorder (Multiple Sclerosis, Lupus, Parkinsons and

Safety Precautions/Special Instructionseven sometimes shingles or chronic fatigue), a cool

moist towel should be used instead (as the warmth of a

hot compress could exacerbate nerve pain).

How to perform Modified Raindrop Technique

There will be situations where you modify Raindrop

Technique, to reduce its potency (and potential detox

effects). This is done by:

(a) Diluting oils before use (1 part EO to 4 parts V6);

(b) Performing an incomplete Raindrop Technique -

start with Steps 1 and/or 2 of Raindrop Technique;

(c) Using fewer drops of essential oil during the session

(for example, halving the number of drops used).

(a) is less potent than (b), which is less potent than (c).

See the page titled Skin Test Modifications (the

second table on that page explains some of the

situations where you might apply these modifications.

If there is no reaction to the modified technique, then at

your discretion you may ramp up to a full technique

in a future session (continuing to comply with the safety

precautions from the Essential Oil Desk Reference).

When to use Modified Raindrop Technique

Because of the Raindrop Techniques ability to

detoxify, it may trigger uncomfortable symptoms in

some people. Whilst its not always possible to

ascertain if someone is highly toxic or very sensitive,

there are indicators (corresponding to questions on the

client history form) that suggest a toxic overload and a

potential detox response. In these instances, modified

technique can be performed. The indicators include:

(a) An acid condition in the body (acid pH). See Past/

Present Illnesses. An acid pH underlies most diseases,

including arthritis, allergies, inflammation and cancer.

(b) Exposure to high levels of chemicals or medication.

See Chemical Exposure/Past operations/Medication.

(c) Dehydration (see Dehydration)

(d) Perform modified Raindrop Technique on elderly

people, children under 15, small animals, people with

surgical rods in their spine, and people who have been

through recent acute illness or long term chronic illness.

(e) People undergoing a detox regime will find their

detox symptoms amplified by Raindrop Technique.

Discuss their goals with them, and consider modifying

the technique if they dont wish to amplify their detox.

The page titled When to modify to reduce the

potency demonstrates the questions in the client

history form which target the above 4 points.


Skin Test ModificationsFor each new RDT recipient, you will perform a skin test. You do this by putting a drop of each of the raindrop

oils on their arm, and waiting 10 minutes to see if any discomfort is experienced with any of the oils. The

Raindrop Technique oils more likely to cause skin irritation are: Oregano, Thyme, Basil, Wintergreen and

Peppermint. While you are waiting the 10 minutes, you can be measuring the recipients height, and performing

the other body assessments.

Any time there is a reaction on the arms during the skin test which requires V6 to be applied to the arm, then you

will always modify your approach to that oil on the back. The way that you modify it will depend on the severity

of the reaction. The following table indicates the appropriate response:

Modifications to Reduce PotencySafety modifications are performed during a Raindrop Technique to reduce its potency. This is determined from

an analysis of the client history form, and subsequent interview of the recipient (to gain further clarification of what

they have written on their form). There are 3 degrees of modification, and indications of how to qualify recipients.

#1 (below) indicates a small reduction in potency, #3 is a dramatic reduction in potency.

REACTION

NIL

LOW

MEDIUM

HIGH

DESCRIPTION OF REACTION

Oils may prickle, but no V6 required on

the arm

Mild to moderate irritation, taking more

than 5 minutes before V6 required

Moderate irritation. V6 required within

5 minutes

Extreme irritation requiring urgent V6

application once irritation is felt

ACTION TAKEN

Ask the recipient how their back is feeling if

you notice pinkness or redness on the skin. If

it is uncomfortable and they would like the

heat extinguished, apply V6 to their back.

When you apply the irritant oil to the back,

feather it in, then apply V6 over the top.

Apply V6 to the back immediately prior to

dripping the irritant oil onto the back.

Dilute the irritant oil(s) 1 part essential oil to

4 parts V6.

If a reaction occurs, you must indicate this in the log book for that recipient. Write the oil(s)

which caused a reaction, and the level of reaction (L=Low, M=Medium, H=High)

EXAMPLE OF HISTORY

Person whos been through a recent acute or long term chronic illness,

but whose general health is otherwise good, OR someone in the midst of

a detox program (Raindrop Technique will amplify their symptoms), OR

a person whos relatively healthy, but been exposed to a lot of chemicals

through their work (Eg. hairdresser).

Appropriate for someone who is elderly, OR who has surgical rods in

their spine, OR who has all the signs of being a major detox candidate

because of long-term or intense chemical exposure (eg. numerous recent

operations) or long term illness, OR on children 10 years of age and

over.

Use this option on young children (eg. under 10), small animals, or someone

who is highly reactive to essential oils or who has an extreme level of

chemical exposure (ie. they are reacting to just about everything).

Need to substantially reduce the potency of Raindrop Technique -

1

2

3

ACTION TAKEN

Apply all of the essential oils

neat (ie. undiluted), but use

fewer drops than normal (eg.

halve the number of drops)

Only perform Steps 1 and 2

(ie. Valor Balance and Vitaflex

on the feet)

Dilute all essential oils before

applying them to the body (1

part essential oil to 4 parts V6)

If you use one of these safety modifications, you must indicate this in the log book for that recipient. Describe

which modification you are using, and why. Depending on the recipients response to the modified Raindrop

Technique, you may choose to increase the potency of the raindrop technique in subsequent sessions.


The following bold sections relate to the points listed on the previous page under Modifications to reduce

potency. It is important to ask questions of the recipient. The more severe and recent the condition and/or the

more boxes ticked, the greater likelihood the recipient has of a detox response to Raindrop Technique. Look at

what theyve ticked as being like a set of scales. The more boxes that are ticked, the heavier the likelihood of

detox set of scales (especially if they have never been on a detox, drink less than 8 glasses of water a day, and

regularly consume alcohol, or have an occupation that exposes them to a lot of chemicals). See the Question

bottom right This is not my first Raindrop Technique. If the recipient has previously had a complete (not

modified) Raindrop Technique with no detox response, and no significant chemical exposure since, then you most

likely will elect to use the full Raindrop Technique on them.

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ALLERGIESI have allergies/suspected allergies to

food, environmental substances,

medications, etc.) . They are:

..............................................................................

BACK/NECK PAINI am NOT able to lie on my back or

stomach for up to one hour.

I have a current back or neck problem.

Please describe:...........................................

.............................................................................

I have a history of back or neck

problems including injury/operation to

my spine

This is relevant if the recipient has

rods in their spine.

I receive treatment for these problems

(or self treat). Please describe:

..........................................................................

............................................................................

CHEMICAL EXPOSUREI am a smoker

How many cigarettes a day?.....................

I regularly drink alcohol

How many glasses a week?.......................

I have been vaccinated

I have taken antibiotics

I have been exposed to a significant

amount of chemicals, either through my

profession, environmental exposure,

hobbies, recreational or prescription

drugs (including marijuana), or regular

hair colouring. Please provide details:

........................................................................

.............................................................................

DEHYDRATIONHow many glasses of water do you

drink on average per day (not including

other beverages)?

DETOXIFICATIONI have never been on a Detox regime.

If you have been on a detox regime,

please describe the regime you follow

(and the date of last regime):

...............................................................................

...............................................................................

EMOTIONSI have taken/am taking antidepressants

How would you describe your current

emotional state?

...........................................................................

EPILEPSYI have had an epileptic seizure

If so, when was your last seizure, and

how frequently have you had seizures?

........................................................................

HOT/COLD RESPONSESI like hot drinks (no cool water added)

I strongly dislike cold weather

I strongly dislike cold showers and

swimming in cold water

MEDICATIONI am on medication for thinning the

blood (Aspirin, Heparin, Warfarin, etc.)?

I have high blood pressure

I am on the contraceptive pill

I am currently taking medication. List

type and reason:

...........................................................................

.................................................................................

PAST OPERATIONSPlease list all operations (and year):

...........................................................................

............................................................................

................................................................................

................................................................................

PAST/PRESENT ILLNESSESAcne

Acne Rosacea

Allergies

Arthritis

Asthma

Autoimmune disease

Bacterial Infection

Blood Clots

Bronchitis

Cancer

Chicken Pox

Chronic Fatigue

Depression

Dermatitis

Diabetes

Eczema

Glandular Fever

Please list other current illnesses:

.............................................................................

......................................................................................

I am currently being treated by a health

care professional (incl. physiotherapist,

chiropractor, or natural therapist)

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PREGNANCYI could be pregnant

SESSION GOALSThis is what Id like to achieve from my

Raindrop Technique sessions:

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YOUNG LIVINGI am a regular user of Young Livings

essential oils

This is not my first Raindrop Technique

When to Modify to Reduce the Potency

Heart Attack

Herpes

High Blood Pressure

Inflammation

Lupus

Measles

Mental Illness

Migraines

Multiple Sclerosis

Neurological disorder

Parkinsons

Psoriasis

Ross River Fever

Shingles

Skin Rashes/lesions

Stroke

Viral infection

OCCUPATION / DATE OF BIRTH:_______


If any of the highlighted sections below are ticked, or if the recipient is younger than 5 years of age, go to

Appendix T and U in the Essential Oils Desk Reference (EODR) and make a list on the Session Notes and Log

book of all essential oils that should be avoided or used with caution (not just the oils commonly used in

Raindrop Technique). Write an A or C after each oil to indicate which category it falls into (Avoided/

Caution). Refer to your recipients session notes prior to each Raindrop Technique, and you will be alerted to

these cautions/exceptions.

NAME: ____________________________________________DATE OF BIRTH: If younger than 5 y.o.




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Acne Rosacea

Allergies

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Blood Clots

Bronchitis

Cancer

Chicken Pox

Chronic Fatigue

Depression

Dermatitis

Diabetes

Eczema

Glandular Fever


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essential oils


When to Cross-Reference the EODR

Heart Attack

Herpes

High Blood Pressure

Inflammation

Lupus

Measles

Mental Illness

Migraines

Multiple Sclerosis


Parkinsons

Psoriasis

Ross River Fever

Shingles

Skin Rashes/lesions

Stroke

Viral infection


The safety data sheets in the Essential Oils Desk Reference (Appendices T and U) indicate that Peppermint oil

should be avoided (A) on children younger than 5 years of age. It should also be used with caution (C) in people

with high blood pressure (that is, only use a small number of drops). People who have indicated a strong hot/

cold response (by ticking 2 or 3 of the boxes in that section) may also prefer fewer drops of Peppermint oil to

be used on them (at least for their first session, until you ascertain their response to the cooling effect of

Peppermint oil). 6 to 10 drops of peppermint oil are typically used on the back in Raindrop Technique, so 1 to 5

drops on the back would represent a reduced amount of Peppermint.

NAME: ____________________________________________DATE OF BIRTH: If younger than 5 y.o.




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Acne Rosacea

Allergies

Arthritis

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Autoimmune disease

Bacterial Infection

Blood Clots

Bronchitis

Cancer

Chicken Pox

Chronic Fatigue

Depression

Dermatitis

Diabetes

Eczema

Glandular Fever


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When to use less/no Peppermint oil

Heart Attack

Herpes

High Blood Pressure

Inflammation

Lupus

Measles

Mental Illness

Migraines

Multiple Sclerosis


Parkinsons

Psoriasis

Ross River Fever

Shingles

Skin Rashes/lesions

Stroke

Viral infection


The highlighted sections on the client history form below suggest additional modifications to Raindrop Technique:

(1) Do not apply essential oils neat to the skin directly over plastic parts in the body (breast implants,

pacemakers, bionic ear, etc.). These should be indicated under Past Operations.




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emotional state?

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Acne Rosacea

Allergies

Arthritis

Asthma

Autoimmune disease

Bacterial Infection

Blood Clots

Bronchitis

Cancer

Chicken Pox

Chronic Fatigue

Depression

Dermatitis

Diabetes

Eczema

Glandular Fever


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essential oils


Adjustments to Raindrop Technique - 1

Heart Attack

Herpes

High Blood Pressure

Inflammation

Lupus

Measles

Mental Illness

Migraines

Multiple Sclerosis


Parkinsons

Psoriasis

Ross River Fever

Shingles

Skin Rashes/lesions

Stroke

Viral infection

Plastic parts implanted

into body


The highlighted sections on the client history form below suggest additional modifications to Raindrop Technique:.

(2) Do not perform Vitaflex on the legs/feet of someone who has blood clots in those areas. Vitaflex can be

performed on their hands instead, or left out entirely.




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other beverages)?





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emotional state?

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type and reason:

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Acne Rosacea

Allergies

Arthritis

Asthma

Autoimmune disease

Bacterial Infection

Blood Clots

Bronchitis

Cancer

Chicken Pox

Chronic Fatigue

Depression

Dermatitis

Diabetes

Eczema

Glandular Fever


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Please describe:...........................................

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essential oils



Heart Attack

Herpes

High Blood Pressure

Inflammation

Lupus

Measles

Mental Illness

Migraines

Multiple Sclerosis


Parkinsons

Psoriasis

Ross River Fever

Shingles

Skin Rashes/lesions

Stroke

Viral infection



(3) In Quadraplegics, people with Multiple Sclerosis or a spinal injury, perform all movements down the spine.

This doesnt apply to people with scoliosis. In this instance, perform movements up the spine.




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other beverages)?





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emotional state?

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type and reason:

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Acne Rosacea

Allergies

Arthritis

Asthma

Autoimmune disease

Bacterial Infection

Blood Clots

Bronchitis

Cancer

Chicken Pox

Chronic Fatigue

Depression

Dermatitis

Diabetes

Eczema

Glandular Fever


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Please describe:...........................................

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essential oils



Heart Attack

Herpes

High Blood Pressure

Inflammation

Lupus

Measles

Mental Illness

Migraines

Multiple Sclerosis


Parkinsons

Psoriasis

Ross River Fever

Shingles

Skin Rashes/lesions

Stroke

Viral infection



(4) If the recipient has a neurological disorder (Multiple Sclerosis, Lupus, Parkinsons), use a cool moist towel

as sometimes the heat of a warm towel may prove painful. In the case of shingles and chronic fatigue, ask

the recipient if heat on their skin causes them pain. If it does, use a cool, moist towel for the compress.




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other beverages)?





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emotional state?

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type and reason:

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Acne Rosacea

Allergies

Arthritis

Asthma

Autoimmune disease

Bacterial Infection

Blood Clots

Bronchitis

Cancer

Chicken Pox

Chronic Fatigue

Depression

Dermatitis

Diabetes

Eczema

Glandular Fever


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Please describe:...........................................

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essential oils



Heart Attack

Herpes

High Blood Pressure

Inflammation

Lupus

Measles

Mental Illness

Migraines

Multiple Sclerosis


Parkinsons

Psoriasis

Ross River Fever

Shingles

Skin Rashes/lesions

Stroke

Viral infection



(5) If a recipient is unable to lie on their back or stomach for up to one hour, you may need to perform

Raindrop Technique with them sitting in a chair.

(6) If a recipient has a history of back or neck problems, or a spinal injury, be especially gentle with your

movements over the spine.




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other beverages)?





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emotional state?

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type and reason:

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Acne Rosacea

Allergies

Arthritis

Asthma

Autoimmune disease

Bacterial Infection

Blood Clots

Bronchitis

Cancer

Chicken Pox

Chronic Fatigue

Depression

Dermatitis

Diabetes

Eczema

Glandular Fever


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Please describe:...........................................

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essential oils


Adjustments to Raindrop Technique-5,6

Heart Attack

Herpes

High Blood Pressure

Inflammation

Lupus

Measles

Mental Illness

Migraines

Multiple Sclerosis


Parkinsons

Psoriasis

Ross River Fever

Shingles

Skin Rashes/lesions

Stroke

Viral infection



(7) If the recipient is on unknown medication, suggest that they check with their health care professional (eg.

Doctor) before the session. Their doctor should monitor their medication over the course of their Raindrop

Techniques.




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other beverages)?





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emotional state?

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type and reason:

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Acne Rosacea

Allergies

Arthritis

Asthma

Autoimmune disease

Bacterial Infection

Blood Clots

Bronchitis

Cancer

Chicken Pox

Chronic Fatigue

Depression

Dermatitis

Diabetes

Eczema

Glandular Fever


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Please describe:...........................................

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essential oils



Heart Attack

Herpes

High Blood Pressure

Inflammation

Lupus

Measles

Mental Illness

Migraines

Multiple Sclerosis


Parkinsons

Psoriasis

Ross River Fever

Shingles

Skin Rashes/lesions

Stroke

Viral infection



(8) If the recipient has been going through a difficult emotional time, be aware that emotions may come up

during the session. Refer to the page in your notes titled Supporting emotions for indications on how to

respond to this.




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other beverages)?





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emotional state?

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type and reason:

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Acne Rosacea

Allergies

Arthritis

Asthma

Autoimmune disease

Bacterial Infection

Blood Clots

Bronchitis

Cancer

Chicken Pox

Chronic Fatigue

Depression

Dermatitis

Diabetes

Eczema

Glandular Fever


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