Traditionally carved from pink Himalayan salt mined from the Khewra Salt Mine in Pakistan, Himalayan salt lamps can not only be used to create a more relaxed, mindful space at home but are also believed to have a number of health benefits.
Made from large chunks of pink salt or placed in a decorative bowl, the lamps typically have a single bulb or candle to heat them and release a distinct, warm orange-pink glow. Similar to table salt, small amounts of minerals give it a distinct pink...
Increasingly, we are discovering that health is truly holistic. We are healthy and happy when our physical body, mind, emotions and soul are all in alignment. Healing means to make whole. We are not just our body; we also have an emotional, mental and spiritual body. Nowadays, there is a lot of emphasis on mind, body and soul. Many researchers have made the connection between mind and body. In fact, our body knows how to heal itself - we just need to help it heal in a very holistic way....
No matter how you celebrate, the holidays can be a stressful time filled with responsibilities, juggling family and friend expectations, all while making sure you still have the time to enjoy the moment yourself. It can be easy to get caught up in the excitement and stress of Christmas and the New Year, but wouldn’t you like to feel a little more present this year?
Whether you are looking for a way to relax ahead of the holidays, treat yourself for being one step ahead of the crowds, or...
Essential oils can be a simple way we can improve our overall sense of well-being, de-stress and feel more relaxed. Aromatherapy uses essential oils to assist the body’s natural abilities to rest, recover and heal from stress and illness.
Most commonly used through smell or skin absorption, certain essential oils may contain anti-inflammatory properties that can help relieve pain. Scents that are linked with positive or happy memories can also affect your mood positively, giving you a...
Well, that’s the question, isn’t it? Who knows? Acupressure is an ancient – and I mean ancient – form of massage that originates in China. The definition of acupressure is “a form of alternative therapy in which manual pressure is used to stimulate specific points on the body along what are considered to be lines of energy”. There are people who swear by it. There are people who poo-poo it. As a massage therapist and reflexologist, I’m on the fence....
I have several friends who suffer from this unfortunate condition who have benefitted a great deal from regular Reiki and so I wanted to bring awareness to other sufferers too. For those of you who do not know much about fibromyalgia (FM), it is a condition that presents intense, chronic muscle pain in various, or all areas of the body at the same time, and other symptoms include sleep disturbance, IBS, depression, constant headaches, lethargy and inability to move; for instance, if the legs...
When stressed we often feel as if we are spinning out of control, as we rush from one thing to another, struggling with concentration and maintaining focus. This is often a sign that our energy is stuck in our higher chakras and we have become ungrounded. Being grounded brings us into the present moment and is important for good physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health. A simple grounding exercise can be extremely useful at work too, before big meetings or presentations or simply to...
With the increase in anxiety, low mood and depression amongst children and young people these days, wouldn’t it be lovely to have a way to support your child on an emotional and spiritual level? Learning Reiki 1 as a parent is a wonderful way to increase the tools in your parenting tool box. You cannot go wrong investing in learning Reiki healing. Anyone can learn Reiki 1; you do not need any previous experience, all you need is an open mind and an open heart. It can be learned in a...
Calm
Aiming to bring joy, peace and clarity into your daily life, Calm focuses on a mixture of mindfulness and meditation. If you're experiencing increased levels of anxiety, or have trouble sleeping due to stress, Calm’s sleep stories and breathing programs can help you to feel calmer, more relaxed, and better able to fall asleep.
You can choose different options to fit your schedule (meditations are available in three, five, 10, 15, 20, and 25-minute versions), select which topics...
Aromatherapy can help assist your body’s natural abilities to heal, rest and recover from stress and illness. A form of complementary therapy that uses essential oils, plant and flower extracts, it can be used in a number of different ways to assist with healing and relaxation.
We share five simple ways you can use essential oils to reduce stress, lift your mood, and improve your sense of well-being.
Massage
Aromatherapy massages can be both calming and comforting. By using...
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