Mooloolah Massage and Bowen

28/04/2026

25/04/2026

A Tribute to ANZAC Day

With their hair a little whiter, their step not quite so sure
Still they march on proudly as they did the year before.
Theirs were the hands that saved us, their courage showed the way
Their lives they laid down for us, that we may live today.

From Gallipoli's rugged hillsides, to the sands of Alamein
On rolling seas and in the skies, those memories will remain.
Of airmen and the sailors, of Lone Pine and Suvla Bay
The boys of the Dardenelles are remembered on this day.

They fought their way through jungles, their blood soaked desert sands
They still remember comrades who rest in foreign lands.
They remember the siege of old Tobruk, the mud of the Kokoda Trail
Some paying the supreme sacrifice with courage that did not fail.
To the icy land of Korea, the steamy jungles of Vietnam
And the heroic battle of Kapyong and that epic victory at Long Tan.

Fathers, sons and brothers, together they fought and died
That we may live in peace together, while at home their mothers cried.
When that final bugle calls them to cross that great divide
Those comrades will be waiting when they reach the other side.

Ken Bunker

18/04/2026

Stay alert to these key stroke symptoms that women experience differently than men - it can save a life!

12/04/2026

Headaches are common, but not all headaches are created equal. Some are harmless, while others can signal something serious. Knowing the different types and their warning signs can protect your health and help you get the right care fast.

Tension Headaches
The most common type, tension headaches feel like a tight band squeezing the head. They’re often triggered by stress, poor posture, or long hours at the computer.

Migraine
Migraines are intense, throbbing headaches, usually on one side of the head. They can come with nausea, vomiting, light or sound sensitivity, and sometimes a visual aura. Hormonal changes, certain foods, and stress can trigger migraines.

Cluster Headaches
Cluster headaches are rare but excruciating. Pain is focused around one eye and may include tearing, redness, or nasal congestion. Attacks often come in cycles (“clusters”) over weeks or months.

Sinus Headaches
Often mistaken for migraines, true sinus headaches are linked to sinus infections or inflammation. They cause pressure around the forehead, cheeks, and eyes, often with congestion or fever.

Cervicogenic Headaches
These headaches originate from issues in the neck, such as poor posture, arthritis, or injury. Pain often starts in the neck or back of the head and radiates forward.

Hormonal Headaches
Many women experience headaches linked to hormonal changes, especially around their menstrual cycle. These are often migraine-type headaches, triggered by fluctuating estrogen levels.

Caffeine-Related Headaches
Caffeine can be both a remedy and a trigger. Withdrawal from caffeine often causes headaches, while too much caffeine may also trigger them in sensitive individuals.

Medication-Overuse (Rebound) Headaches
Taking pain relief too often can actually cause more headaches. These are common in people who use over-the-counter or prescription headache medications frequently.

Exertion Headaches
These occur during or after intense physical activity like running, weightlifting, or hardjob. The pain is usually short-lived but can be severe.

Thunderclap Headaches
A sudden, severe headache that reaches peak intensity within seconds is a medical emergency. It can signal a serious condition, such as bleeding in the brain. Seek immediate medical attention.

04/04/2026

Happy Easter Everyone! Hope you have a beautiful weekend. Enjoy, stay safe and be happy 🐰💐🌞💝

04/04/2026

In a world that values doing more…

Today can be about doing less.

In Bowen Therapy, the pauses matter.

Sometimes the body just needs space to respond.

Wishing you a gentle, restful Easter. 🐣

02/04/2026

I received these beautiful roses yesterday from a lovely client. Today they have opened up more, smell divine and added brightness to my room. Thank you! 💖❤️

31/03/2026

Did you know emotional and psychological stress doesn’t just affect your mind - it affects your fascia too?

Fascia is the body’s connective tissue network, and it responds to stress by tightening and bracing. Over time, that protective tension can show up as stiffness, restriction and physical pain.

Sometimes the ache isn’t just physical - it’s the body holding onto stress. 😔

The Bowen Technique works gently with the fascial system, helping the body soften, reset and release built-up tension.

Because when the nervous system feels safe, the body can finally let go. ✨
Do you hold emotional stress in your body? The neck and shoulders are a very common place this can happen.
Chat to us in the comments 💬

29/03/2026

Bowen Therapy follows structured procedures.

Each move, location and sequence is intentional.

The goal is to provide the nervous system with clear, specific input — not overwhelm it.

Simple doesn’t necessarily mean "basic."

It can also mean precise.

25/03/2026

We instinctively handle fragile things gently.

But when it comes to our bodies, we often do the opposite — pushing through, forcing change, overriding signals.

Bowen Therapy takes a different approach.

Gentle.

Precise.

Considered.

25/03/2026

𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲 𝘀𝗼 𝗺𝘂𝗰𝗵 𝗰𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗮𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗹𝘆......𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝘁 𝘁𝗼𝗼 ? Imagine if we each encouraged just one person every day, that would amount to encouraging 365 people in a year ! - What a difference that would make in the world today ! Swop criticism with encouragement & change someone's life for the better....

Encouraging others :
🌻 Boosts their self-esteem.
🌻 Lifts their spirit.
🌻 Builds trust.
🌻 Makes them feel supported & cared for.
🌻 Helps them become more self-assured & positive in what they do.

Here are some ideas
🌻 Show that you really care - learn about their interests, dreams, challenges. Care about what they care about..
🌻 Tell them that you believe in their abilities.
🌻 Say how great they are in front of others.
🌻 Trust them & verbalize it, or even write them a note.
🌻 Assign them more responsibilities.

Who will you encourage today ? How will you encourage them ?

Have a beautiful Wednesday. Take great care ❤

03/03/2026

https://fundraise.mater.org.au/fundraiser/dianerantall/funrun-2026-your-way

Today from now, 10.00am if you donate to this great cause your donation will be matched by Healthia...so it doubles in value. Please do you have $20.00 to spare?

They are matching donations up to $150.00 and to a total of $30,000.00. Thank you Healthia and a huge thank you to everyone who has donated, it's much appreciated! 🙏

I am taking part in the International Women’s Day Fun Run presented by Queensland X-Ray. Please help me to support women with breast cancer by making a donation today!