What is Well-being?
The definition in the dictionary of Well Being is “the state of being comfortable, happy or healthy” so when we think about this for ourselves are we asking the questions -
‘Am I comfortable?’
‘Am I happy?’
Am I healthy?’
Read MoreJSJ self help finger holds - just gently hold each digit starting with the thumb and work your way out to your little finger - allow for a good 3 to 5 minutes on each and feel the benefits of taking care of yourself in a gentle soothing way.
Read MoreHello and welcome to Sensib Holistics - here is a short video about me and what I do.
Read MoreSensib Holistics self help spa - foot massage incorporating Reflexology - what you need is clean feet so this is good to do after a bath or foot soak - get your fav moisturiser or cream or oils with an essential oil mixed in like lavender and peppermint a lovely scent to send you into relaxation mode
Read MoreTraditionally, certain essential oil application methods have been preferred or used exclusively. However, as the research surrounding essential oils continues to develop, a greater understanding of application methods is now understood. All application methods are safe when used appropriately, including aromatic, topical, and internal methods. One or multiple application methods can be used for a wide range of emotional and physical wellness applications. They can be used a single oil at a time or in complex blends in one of three methods:
The sense of smell is a tool that can elicit powerful physiologic, mental, and emotional responses. Essential oils are quickly absorbed by the smell receptors, which have a direct link to the limbic system by way of the olfactory nerve. The limbic system is part of the brain that supports a variety of functions including smell, emotions, behaviour, and memory. For this reason, essential oils have an especially powerful effect via aromatic application.
Some essential oils induce uplifting or invigorating effects, while others are more calming. Diffusion is one of the simplest methods for using essential oils aromatically. Diffusers that use cold air or water are ideal. However, using essential oils aromatically does not require any special diffusing devices.
You can achieve the same health benefits by simply placing a few drops of essential oil in the palm of your hand that is then cupped around the nose as you breathe deeply.
Read MoreIf you have ever enjoyed the scent of a rose, you’ve experienced the aromatic qualities of essential oils. These naturally occurring, volatile aromatic compounds are found in the seeds, bark, stems, roots, flowers, and other parts of plants. Essential oils provide plants with protection against environmental threats and play a role in plant pollination. In addition to their intrinsic benefits to plants and being beautifully fragrant to people, essential oils have long been used for food preparation, beauty treatment, and health-care practices.
Read MoreWhat is stress?
Stress has different meanings for each individual - it can be a build up of pressure brought on by work or home life - like layer upon layer of overwhelm.
It can be when we have too many balls in the air and we are afraid of dropping one or two, or all of them at once - the extra pressure can immobilise us as we can’t always keep up with that fast pace. Sometimes we just need to let them drop and then go about picking them up one by one - taking time to deal with what you might feel is urgent.
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