Yoga… sleep???
Calmness, peacefulness, relaxation. "I could do with that!", people tell me, when I say I am a yoga teacher or talk about my practise. I also sometimes get the response "Oh but I am not flexible enough to do yoga.". Posture practise, which has commonly become known as 'yoga', is only one part of it.. In my humble opinion, yoga, (union of body and mind) is possibly more difficult to work towards through postures, to those of us who are flexible than it is to those of us who aren't, unless you are hung up on what the person next to you is doing.
Sometimes, even the thought ...
Reflexology
What is Reflexology?
You may have heard people talking about this complementary therapy, but actually are unsure what is reflexology. I will attempt to describe it for you here. Reflexology is a special kind of massage on the feet, hands or face.
Points and areas are pressed and gently held or 'finger-walked' to balance and soothe the body. This brings about a deep state of relaxation and encourages homoeostasis. I work with a gentle, but not light, pressure, which can also vary as I move around your feet.
Over 7000 nerve endings are in the feet alone. Based on ...
Pregnancy yoga classes
We are currently looking for a venue in Allestree, Derbyshire. Please contact me if you know of a large comfortable space for hire.
Yoga during pregnancy is a gentle form of exercise, helps ensure optimum foetal positioning to ease back aches and facilitate an easier birth, and teaches you ways to help you relax, reduce anxiety, make space and keep you fit and flexible during your pregnancy. We prepare for labour and birth using postures, adapted sequences and breathing techniques.
Even if you know you are planning a caesarean birth, these classes are beneficial through ...
Hot Stone Reflexology
As you would expect, hot stone reflexology utilises the stones to bring warmth and a touch of luxury to your reflexology treatment. Stones are pre-warmed in my special hot stones bag, and the larger ones are placed behind your knees and ankles, smaller ones placed between the toes as I carry out your truly relaxing reflexology with medium sized stones. If you're really feeling the chill, stones may be wrapped and placed behind the shoulders to help you relax.
This type of reflexology is perfect as a gift to a loved one who you have no idea what to buy for, or as a gift to ...
Crystal reflexology
Crystal reflexology uses the actual crystals or crystal wands to perform the reflexology. I also place certain crystals on or around your body, if appropriate. These crystals are formed in the earth. They are mined in various countries and can be rough or smooth, from different levels within the ground. As such each one vibrates at it's own unique frequency.
Often we are drawn to certain crystals, and we don't know why, although if we were to hold a selected crystal a while we could ascertain feelings and thoughts as to what it means for us. This may be completely ...
Hand reflexology
Hand reflexology is decadent treatment for the hands. Book yourself or a friend this blissful hand treatment, and feel all your stresses melting away with the relaxing power of reflexology. There is something very special about treating the hands; it becomes a more intimate, supportive treatment. Hand reflexology takes care of the hands, gently easing away tensions whilst moisturising dry or cracked skin.
There may be times when it's inappropriate to have a foot treatment. Maybe you don't want your feet touched? Maybe you feel too ticklish? (You may be surprised that your ...
Reflexology Lymph Drainage
"I had this tightness in my upper arm, like when the blood pressure monitor is too tight. After just one RLD treatment it has really gone! I am amazed" V.R.
Reiki
Reiki can be described as the directing of healing energy into oneself or another, including animals and plants. As I lay my hands on or above your body I can feel heat from the reiki energy. You may also experience this. The healing energy passes directly to where you, as an individual, need it.
Reiki will allow you to begin to heal whatever comes up in a treatment, whether this be a mental, physical or emotional symptom. It is through this deeply relaxed state that you will begin to respond.
Regular sessions aim to balance you and leave you feeling more grounded. ...
Indian head massage
Indian head massage has been practised for thousands of years. It is a very relaxing treatment and excellent for neck and shoulder tension. It is especially good for relieving stress, tension, fatigue, insomnia, headaches and sinusitis.
Indian head massage can help migraine sufferers but only in between attacks, never during. Clients report that the experience is deeply calming and relaxing, leaving them feeling energised and revitalised and better able to concentrate.
Massage begins on the back and neck working over the muscles and pressure points that help the muscles ...
Soya Wax Candles
Soya Wax Candles are prepared with essential oils and with no carcinogenic materials.
Gentle lingering scents in simple jars with lids to preserve the scent when not in use. Soya wax melts much more slowly than traditional candle wax, and a small candle can have a total burning time of up to 17 hours.
Bespoke service also available, please get in touch with your ideas.
Each of the following candles has essential oils, herbs and crystals corresponding to the intention of the candle.
Love and Romance: Patchouli and Jasmine essential oils with sage and lavender. Rose ...