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An alternative way to do simple mindfulness (Part 2)

Following on from part 1, I want to introduce you to more ways to do simple mindfulness. 1. Tuning into sounds The hum of a gan, tickeing of a cloack, the round of rain on the window, voices outside the room.  Realing tuning in ot hte volume, pitch and noticing if [...]

31 Dec 2019
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How to treat heartburn naturally – part 2

In my last blog post, I shared some tips on natural way to trear hearburn, below are more tips: 1. Raw Apple Cider Vinegar Because acid reflux actually occurs due to having very small amounts of acid in your stomach,  raw apple cider vinegar may actually help keep [...]

30 Dec 2019
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Using Positive Psychology to boost Resilience – Part 1

Sometimes in life we can get trapped, focusing on what we don't have rather that what we do have, which can lead to a state of anxiety and stress.  I know in the past, I have been guilty of believe my happiness will increase when I earn more, find my [...]

27 Dec 2019
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Hip Pain

Hip pain is common problem, and it can be confusing because there are many causes.  The most common cause of Hip Pain is arthritis for which you will need to see your GP for them to advise on the best treatment option of you. Trochanteric Bursitis Trochanteric bursitis is an extremely common [...]

26 Dec 2019
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So how does massage reduce pain? – Part 2

Previously I explained the scientific theory for  "How does massage reduce muscle pain?" in the short term .  But what about the long term? I would like to introduce to you the "descending pain suppression mechanism." The brain is not a passive receiver of sensory [...]

25 Dec 2019
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Does nature restore you? – Part 2

In my previous post, I shared the evidence of how nature can restore you.  I appreciate that not everyone in London lives within easy access to a green space, and it turns out that it may not be necessary to visit the green space just look at a green [...]

23 Dec 2019
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Power Poses

Like most people I am interested in body language.  Like most people I noticed awkward social interactions in day to day life.  Until recently I considered that body language is about

  • what you are communicating others
  • what they are communicating to you
I always viewed body language as a tool people use to [...]

23 Dec 2019
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Stress and the immune system – Part 1

With the Coronavirus outbreak, I thought it would be beneficial to discuss how stress impacts the immune system. The immune system’s job is to keep the body safe and its very flexible but can be compromised by age and illness. There are two types of immunity:

  1. Specific immunity
  2. Natural immunity
Specific immunity is [...]

23 Dec 2019
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Is the way you breathing causing your neck pain? – Part 2

In my last post, I explained how both your scalenes and sternocleidomastoid can become both tense and painful from shallow breathing.   Obviously deep breathing will help as it will address the cause.  But what if you have a bad habit of shallow breathing, and know its causing tension [...]

14 Dec 2019
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Benefits of being Mindful

In my last post, I distinguished between meditation and mindfulness and described mindfulness as the process of noticing things. If we go on holiday to somewhere exotic, its very easy to be mindful as we are surrounded by new interesting sights, sounds & smells. But what are the benefits of [...]

14 Dec 2019
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Busting the top 5 massage myths

In this post I am going to do my best to bust 5 common myths about massage.  So here goes 1 I can take it Probably the biggest myth is that the harder the pressure the better.  We only need to use enough pressure to release the tension and it is way [...]

11 Dec 2019
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Strength and Core exercises to prevent neck & shoulder pain.

There is scientific evidence to suggest the exercises below when combined with shoulder flexilbity exercises reduce Neck & Shoulder pain.

9 Dec 2019
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Is this you…

Like a trusty guard dog, your smart phone probably rests right next to you (or even under your pillow) every night when you go to sleep. You’re able to answer calls, texts and emails at a moment’s notice – even during the wee hours of the night.  And isn’t that [...]

9 Dec 2019
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Stress and the immune system – Part 3

In part 1, I explore the immune system and in part 2 the impact of short term or accute stress on the immune system.  In this post I want to explore the impact of chronic or long term stress on the immune system. 1. Distant Stressors – traumatic experiences that occurred [...]

3 Dec 2019
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What can help period pain – Part 1?

It is reported that period pain affects two thirds of women ranging from mild discomfort to pain at some time or other.  Period pain happens because of contractions in the uterus, or womb, which is a muscle. If it contracts too strongly during your menstrual cycle, it can press against [...]

2 Dec 2019
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