Are you or someone close to you suffering with cancer? Cancer may be much more treatable these days, but a diagnosis can still be shattering even if the prognosis is positive. The treatments involved can be gruelling and the sense of panic overwhelming. Both my parents suffered with cancer and this first-hand knowledge makes me…
When ‘Healthy’ Isn’t Enough – The Cost of Living Out Of Alignment by Suzy Malhotra
Suzy Malhotra, Seed’s Holistic Business & Life Coach in Henley, shares her cancer journey and how she feels learning to live an aligned life contributed to her recovery. “I used to believe I was doing everything right. I exercised. I ate well. I was resilient. While life was throwing curve balls at me – divorce,…
Tap Into The Wisdom Of Your Body With Kinesiology By Kate Kirrane
When I was first introduced to Kinesiology 15 years ago, I was immediately intrigued. Originating in the 1970’s, Kinesiology is the scientific study of body movement which addresses the physiological, bio-mechanical, and psychological elements of a patient. The basis of a kinesiology treatment lies in manual muscle testing, which is used to identify imbalances that are…
A Sleep Retreat Tailored for True Rest by Amisha Patel, Founder of Tailored Retreats
In our fast-paced, always-on society, getting a good night’s sleep has become a challenge for many. Stress, screen time, and demanding schedules often disrupt our natural sleep cycles, leading to restlessness, fatigue, and long-term health concerns. More than ever, people are searching for different ways to reset their internal rhythms and experience true, restorative sleep….
Nutrition & Sleep: Top Tips for Fabulous Sleep by Nutritional Therapist, Caroline Barton
Good quality sleep is vital to our health, wellbeing and longevity. Yet, according to recent research, around 1 in 5 people in the UK aren’t getting enough. The good news is there are lots of things we can do to ensure we get enough ZZZ’s. And nutrition, ie what we eat and when, is a…
The Transformative Power Of Qigong
Over 4,000 years old, Qigong combines the mind, body and breath using a variety of simple postures to promote a good energy flow. When we work with our energy, we can tap into and influence these subtle functions within us. We influence the activity of our nerves, the flow of our blood, the internal movement…
Anxiety and its affects on sleep in children & teenagers – what can parents do to help? By Emily Guiver
Many children and young people struggle with anxiety at some point in their lives and this can negatively impact sleep as well as other areas in their life such as school, friendships, and social interactions. If your child is struggling, particularly with the effects of anxiety on their sleep, then do read on for tips…
The Hidden Cost of Avoidance – Why Helping Children Face Their Fears Can Lead to a Longer, Happier Life by Rachel Bernard
Avoidant behaviour in children is often misunderstood. When a child refuses to go to a party, avoids speaking in class, or is reluctant to try something new, parents may assume they’re just shy or not ready. However, avoidance can have serious long-term effects—not just on mental health, but potentially on longevity itself. The Link Between…
Longevity and our Domestic Health by Sophie Casey, the Home Coach
More and more of us are living wonderfully longer lives. Our lives now evolve over several different chapters with so much opportunity than that of the generations before us. All of us will no doubt consider that the best quality of life is worth investing in through our physical, mental, relationship and financial and now,…
Why Purpose Boosts Longevity by Kate Lloyd
On Monday we remembered the liberation of Auschwitz Concentration Camp, 80 years ago to the day. One survivor of the atrocities was Viktor Frankl, an Austrian psychiatrist and psychotherapist who documented his experiences in the book, ‘Man’s Search for Meaning.’ In his reflections Frankl revealed that he treated those years as a learning opportunity that…
