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  • Living in harmony with nature and the seasons is a fundamental element of Chinese Philosophy. Ancient theory illustrates the importance of following the natural rhythms and cycles of our planet in order to support balance in our bodies and minds. . At its core, Yin/Yang and Five Element theory are used to measure and describe the flow of energy throughout the day, months and year as well as our internal journey of activity in relation to the natural rhythms of nature. . The element for Summer is Fire, the organ is Heart and the emotion is joy. . Good health at this time of year manifests as satisfying sleep, clear eyes, a steady passion for life and relationships that feel balanced and measured. . Imbalances may show up as anxiety, trouble sleeping, difficulty in connecting with others, a lack of joy and cold hands/feet. . To bring into balance: *breathe - meditate, connect with your breath every.single.day - even for 5 mins *exercise however exercise works for you - yoga, fast walking, running or swimming - move. your. body. *drink water in small sips - enough that is right for you *find a little ritual to help you celebrate the season . This is a general list. Every body is different but these apply to us all. #summerdays #chinesemedicine
  • “And not feeling that death is the enemy, but that death is part of a process. Just like Autumn and Winter aren’t enemies of Spring and Summer. They are just continuing parts of the process. We are soul. As souls we are not under time or space. We are... We are infinite.” Ram Dass . Keeping this thought close today as I visit my extremely ill 96 year old grandmother to say farewell. I’m fortunate she’s been in my life this long. . We’re a large family and even from her hospital bed she has been sending texts ensuring birthday cards/cash and letters are in the post. I wish I’d inherited her organisational skills! (I did inherit her baking skills and sassy nature though...)
  • I’ve been working with @sisterhood_camp since 2016, teaching and practising at the retreats held at the beautiful @fforest in Wales. . This summer, the inspiring @sisterhood_camp community goes live with e-courses, ‘how to’ guides, interviews and blogs to help you explore your creativity, manage your finances, start/develop your business while integrating wellbeing practises into your busy life. . I am really excited to announce that I will be hosting an online mini e-course to help you learn to integrate meditation into your life. This will be a course that gives you insight into the ancient technique, why it is so good for your mental health and practical tools and techniques to support you in feeling a deeper sense of connection and peace with your body. . I will guide you through 4 modules and 12 meditations all designed to help you feel confident to start or develop your own practise, deepening your connection with the present moment. . Registration opens tonight at 8pm (14th May). See @sisterhood_camp or the link in my profile for more info #sisterhoodcampretreats Photo @silkie_lloyd flowers @erintrezisewallace
  • Did you know 1 in 50 people cannot visualise either easily or at all? Thanks @britishschoolofmeditation for that little piece of important information! . I often visualise when I meditate, sometimes an image drops into my mind, other times I like to create a quiet space from memory. . I’ve been remembering this image: the way the grass undulated gently with the wind making gentle shhhh sounds, the crickets, the big sky... . If you can visualise, is there a place that you can recall when you need some quiet head space?
  • Tickets for my full Spring Urban Retreat in Bristol are now live. Join me and @anna.ronayne on a Sunday morning in Bristol, for full body movement, deep meditation and Chinese medicine philosophy. There will also be seasonal snacks and homemade cake. . We have created this space for you to leave your busy life behind for four hours. You will leave having truly rested, and with a sense of a deeper connection to your body and heart. . The last one was a great success and we’d love you to join us. . Date: May 20th Place: Secret location in Bristol Time: 9:30 am - 1:30pm Cost: £57.50 . Link in my profile friends ♥️
  • This feeling...seriously, there was a lot of this as we swam, cycled on chalky lanes, stargazed and listened to the sound of the tree frogs at the beautiful @lacannonerie in SW France. . I was there with the @sisterhood_camp team to do a test run of the retreat in September. . Join us for a long weekend of incredible accommodation, delicious food, workshops, yoga, meditation, trips to a Cognac distillery and brocante, cycling and sunshine. And maybe a frog chorus. It’s going to be amazing. . There are a handful of tickets left. More details at @sisterhood_camp. . #sisterhoodcampcommunity
  • In traditional Chinese Medicine, sleep is regarded as one of the four pillars of health. Along with managing the mind and emotions, exercising and eating well, how well we sleep determines the overall health of our body. . Changes in light, the clocks and erratic weather during spring can all impact how well we sleep during these blustery months. I’ve definitely noticed a change in our house this year and am finding the random bedtime changes and early morning awakenings with my little one quite challenging! . The easiest way for me to manage this temporary change is to get myself to bed as early as possible, and come off all devices an hour before ‘lights out’. If you’d like some more, easy to incorporate tips then head over to @stateoflibertyco blog where I’ve outlined 10 easy ways to help improve the quality of your sleep during these months. I’m also hosting a Facebook forum chat on State of Liberty tonight between 8-9 about sleep. Send me a message or go to @stateoflibertyco for more info. . #reallifewellbeing
  • On my way to @sisterhood_camp self care event in Bristol today at @theforgebristol. . I’m talking about Chinese Philosophy, the nature of change and how we can gently adapt our bodies to meet the environment in which we live. . We’ll also be doing a full spring meditation and guided visualisation. . It’s days like these where I am reminded that all the hours of study, the life changes and constant ball juggling are totally worth it. . See you there @littlegreenshed @yogabrunchclub @sbcatering_atavola @kkiliszek And @silkie_lloyd . 📷 silkie_lloyd #sisterhoodcampevents

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Through my work, my intention is to help you feel a sense of peace, clarity and connection to your body; to the natural rhythm of life.

I hope to encourage you to slow down and listen to your heart, which is always there, quietly guiding you through life.

 

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