Balsam Fir

Balsam Fir

Balsam Fir is the oil of Strength and Steadfastness.  Balsam Fir helps us develop and balance our masculine energy.  It is good to be strong and steadfast.  Let go of the subconscious benefits of being weak and fragile.

Be strengthened with each challenge or trial in life.  You cultivate more strength when you allow yourself to be refined by each trial.  Clear out the negative perspectives and see only the advantages from life’s challenges.

Permit Balsam Fir to remind you of the divine power source from which your true strength and wisdom stems.  Balsam Fir invites all to form close relationships and find strength in family and community.  No matter the situation, we are all better off together than apart.

Of course, with close relationships we risk inflicting and receiving deep wounds on and from each other.  Know that those closest to you will offer the best life lessons to strengthen your faith, if you allow it.

There is much unnecessary suffering which can cripple us spiritually when we carry burdens alone.  Balsam Fir prompts all to be at one with God, be obedient, and have courage to change.  This change will provide the balm of rest and healing you yearn.  This way you remain steadfast in any circumstance.

Some Biblical scholars believe that the ‘Balm of Gilead’ (see Gen. 37:25) was a rare perfume used medicinally made from an Arabian Balsam Tree.  Balsam Fir is high in beta-pinene and alpha-pinene, which is soothing and relaxing.  It has a moderate amount of beta-phellandrene and limonene, which helps with cleansing.  dōTERRA sustainably sources Balsam Fir from Canada.

Possible Physical Manifestations: muscle and joints, air freshener, massage oil, skin support, calming, grounding, cleansing, protecting against environmental threats especially in the wintertime, and cellular support.

Negative Emotional Energy to Release: weakened, defeated, separated, wounded, hurt, bitterness, hostility, resentment, disappointment, guilty, victim, blame, and disconnected.

Possible Negative Beliefs and Thoughts to Release:

• I am not strong or tough enough.
• People hurt me.
• Bad things happened to me.
• I can’t let go of the pains, resentments, or disappointments.

Positive Emotional Energy to Adopt: rest, tranquility, recovered, introspection, belonging, comfort, loyal, strong, steadfast, courageous, whole, and resolved.

New Enlightened Beliefs and Thoughts to Adopt:

• I allow God to prevail in my life.
• I can endure and benefit from all things.
• I pledge to be obedient to God’s promptings.
• I am tough and courageous when times are challenging.
• I am fully accountable for all my choices.

Affirmations (Enlightened Declarations):

• I trust that all trials are consecrated for my own good.
• I am strong and steadfast.
• I am whole.

Actions: Diffuse and blend with other oils for a calming atmosphere.  Dilute slightly or add to unscented lotions and oils and massage on body.  Add 2-3 drops to warm bath of Epsom salt for rejuvenation.

⚠︎Attention: This oil is not labeled for internal consumption.

Possible Substitutions: If you don’t have this oil, here are some other oils with similar qualities you can use: Douglas Fir, Siberian Fir, Black Spruce, Black Pepper, Juniper Berry, Marjoram, Dill, Coriander, and Lemon.  The substitutes have similar profiles.  Also found in Steady Grounding Blend for Kids, and the Amavi Fortifying Blend for Men.  The main constituents are beta-pinene, alpha-pinene, beta-phellandrene, and limonene.

NOTE: Balsam Fir was the dōTERRA Product of the Month for Dec 2020 and came with an ornament; therefore, it may not be available for purchase.