Roses have long been associated with love, romance, and passion, especially during the month of February when Valentine's Day captures the hearts of many. However, there's much more to these delicate blossoms than meets the eye. Beyond being a symbol of affection, roses, particularly Damask roses, offer a wealth of therapeutic benefits for the body, mind, and skin.

During a reiki treatment the recipient normally lies still on a couch for 50-60 minutes, so it is fair to say that the experience doesn’t burn many calories. However, if you are looking to eat more healthily, ditch sugary foods and improve your overall physical health by losing some extra pounds then incorporating a reiki session into your routine really can support you in these goals.

One of the greatest gifts we can give ourselves is to live, work and play in a way that is fully aligned with who we are meant to be and in harmony with our true values.

When we do this, life somehow seems less of a struggle, and we have more ease and ’flow’.

I remember when I was a little girl, I’d tell everyone I wanted to be a teacher. I loved school and helping people, and this felt ‘aligned’ to who I was. Somehow, as I grew into adulthood, my life took a different path. After having my children, I looked into teaching French to adults (there’s teaching again!), before I ended up working for 16 years in Local Government. Even during this time, I found the bits of the job I enjoyed the most were when I was mentoring new colleagues.

As the colder days draw in and the nights grow longer, it's essential to prioritise self care and wellbeing. One simple and effective way to naturally uplift your mood, protect your skin, and create a cozy atmosphere at home is by incorporating the use of essential oils into your winter routine. Here are five must-have essential oils to help you stay invigorated and refreshed throughout the chilly season.

I am excited to bring you news of two brand new in-person treatment packages available now in my therapy room in Hibaldstow. Both harness the natural power of therapeutic massage and essential oil products to alleviate symptoms that are oh so common amongst my clients.