Calon Complementary Therapies

09/09/2025

Zoo La-La are raising much needed funds for SANDS Charity at Glangwili hospital.

Proud to be able to support.
Please contact them directly to purchase your tickets.

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Thank you to every business who has donated a raffle prize to help our cause, we are extremely grateful to you all 💛🙏😊
DAPS BAPS Mobile Catering Four Seasons Farm shop & florist Pool Mill
Clerkenhill Adventure Farm and Frizbee Golf Folly Farm Adventure Park & Zoo Heatherton World of Activities Vincent Davies Department Store Fire & Ice The Falcon Hotel Carmarthen 's Vineyard InBalance Therapies Vaughans isea Surfwear Jewellers Jeffreyston Inn Roadhouse Whitland Pie & Coffee Hafan Holistaidd Holistic Heaven Meithrin a Medi Dragon LNG and Dragon Energy Ali Stretton, Clare Scott, Mill Farm Catrin Davies, Sian Maynard, Tesco Milford Haven, Tesco Pembroke Dock, Tesco Haverfordwest, Asda Pembroke Dock. Calon Complementary Therapies Mary Howes

08/09/2025

I placed a rather large order for wax medium I use in reflexology treatment all thanks to you lovely lot for keeping me busy! 🐝💛

Dwy wedi gwneud archeb eithaf mawr am deunydd cwyr, gyd diolch i chi am cadw fi’n brysur! 🐝💛

The balm I use is produced locally in Carmarthen by the lovely Jackie
She’s been supplying me since I started this journey, and it smells amazing — such a wonderful medium to work with. Sensory heaven for me and you 🐝🥰

Fun fact: one summer I gave her a call when I noticed an unusual number of bees in the garden, wondering if she was missing any…
It turned out they were miner bees, and we’d accidentally disturbed their soil!

✨I’ll be trying out some new blends I haven’t used before in my treatments soon — look out for my faithful yellow labelled tins!

Book in to experience it for yourself!

If your a therapist let me know in the comments what medium is your preferred. 🥰

06/09/2025

🍂That liminal space when it’s still technically summer but all the Autumn feels are loading.

🍂Y gofod liminal hwn pan mae’n dal i fod yn haf, ond mae’r holl deimladau Hydref yn llwytho.

I’m looking forward to cwtshing in for Autumn, warm drinks, cosy boots, blankets very much my thing! But I’m not quite ready to say goodbye to the vitamin d and longer evenings.

The cwtshy blankets await you in the treatment room and ➡️ swipe to see that I’ve dug out Mama Calon’s crochet pumpkins. 🥰🎃

I’d love to welcome you this Autumn, the 🔗 is where you ⬆️ if you’d like to book in some Autumn me time. Or if you want to chat about what modality you’d like to work with my inbox is open 💌

Let me know in the comments if like me your not quite ready to give up the sandals yet.🩴🍂🍁

03/09/2025

🧠✨ You asked for more neurodivergent content…

One phrase I often hear is:
“Everyone’s a little neurodivergent.”

In short nope not possible! Neurtypical and Neurodivergent (ND) brains are different.

➡️ Everyone might share some traits, but the difference lies in the compounding effect and daily impact. ND brains experience less synaptic pruning allowing the brain to take in more information — which can actually come with strengths, like creativity, problem-solving, or noticing patterns others miss. Taking in lots of information can also come with shutdown and overload.

I was introduced to the term neurocomplex by and it really landed. It sums up not only the interplay between different types of neurodivergence, but also the whole-body connection. Recommend Lindsey’s substack!

This post is inspired by researchers and practitioners .daily

has a fab chart showing the differences between neurotypes.

shares a powerful insight on what this looks like in real life 💜

Neurodivergence isn’t really something you “develop” later in life — it’s usually present from birth.
But stress, life changes, even perimenopause and the luteal phase of your cycle can severly heighten traits.

In some cases, brain injury, stroke, traumatic experiences can lead to acquired neurodivergence.

In general Neurodivergence is lifelong — but our awareness and understanding can shift and grow around it. While it can be challenging at times, it also brings positives like deep focus, passion, resilience, and empathy.

Working with neuro-affirming practitioners has made all the difference for me. Especially in therapy and coaching. The usual methods have helped to a point but without this lense I wouldn’t be writing this now.

You don’t need a diagnosis to ask for -or offer yourself accommodations. Self identifying and making small changes can mean the difference between surviving and thriving.

01/09/2025

✨ A little peek into the new treatment room! I can’t wait to welcome you here from Thursday 4th September.

💬 Let me know in the comments if you’re looking forward to visiting the new place.

Pip bych i mewn i’r ystafell driniaeth newydd! Methu aros i’ch croesawu yma o dydd iau y 4ydd o Medi.

Rhowch wybod yn y sylwadau os ydych chi’n edrych ymlaen at ddod i’r lle newydd.

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25/08/2025

Can’t make it to an appointment because of work? Here’s how some of my clients make it work.

My evening appointments on Thursdays are limited and are now fully booked for September when I join .co.uk .

Diolch | Thank you🙏🏼.

Don’t worry, there are ways to fit in time for your wellbeing.

Here’s what some of my clients do:

✨ Flexible hours – finish work a bit earlier. 👌🏼

✨ Compressed hours – working a 4-day week.💖

✨ Wellbeing days – one teacher I worked with had wellbeing days allocated, and the school booked in cover so they could take time for themselves! Amazing💫

✨ Extended lunch breaks – pop in for a session, then catch up on quieter tasks from home afterwards. 🌻

✨ Use of policies – e.g. Welsh Government staff can take 60 extra minutes per week for health and wellbeing, and some choose to spend it with me! Honoured ☺️

Flexible working isn’t a favour it’s an entitlement thanks to the Employment Relations (Flexible Working) Act 2023 and is valid from day 1 of your employment. You don’t need to wait anymore to ask.

💡 Tip if your reading this as an employer: Small adjustments like this boost morale so much, reduce stress, and improve productivity. It could be a win win!

Evidence shows offering this flexibility helps support staff retention. Providing employees with opportunities to spend time in nature, balance caring responsibilities, and access complementary therapies can bring a wide range of benefits. These befits include improved sleep, reduced cortisol, and improved focus.

For more info check out: www.acas.org.uk

⬇️ Let me know in the comments if you think any of these could work for you.

P.S - Reminder that the £10 off functional facial offer runs until today. Head to the 🔗⬆️ using code: Fascia to secure your discount.

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23/08/2025

📣✨Keep reading until the end for a special bank holiday offer!

This facial isn’t just skin deep. A Functional Facial works with the fascia—the connective tissue that supports and links every part of your face and body. When fascia is released, it can improve circulation, reduce tension, and leave your skin looking and feeling radiant.

A deeply calming face, head and neck therapy combining:
✨Myofascial release
✨Acupressure
✨Ear reflexology
✨Gentle face massage

This innovative treatment can help ease:

Headaches
TMJ & jaw tension
Teeth clenching
Eye strain
Emotional holding in the face

Beyond skin-deep relaxation, the Functional Facial invites deep nervous system release, rebalancing your energy and inviting a sense of grounded peace.

It’s not just a facial; it’s a holistic approach to relaxation, rejuvenation.

And here’s a not so little secret… this amazing modality was created and accredited by the talented and knowledgeable Hannah Freimanis ofco.uk , and my new Centre Manager ☺️.

To celebrate moving to the new space, I’m offering £10 off functional facials in September – only 8 places available, so book yours now using code: Fascia

Don’t delay, the code i only valid until bank holiday Monday.

🗓️ Book now using the link

📍 Calon Treatment Room on Tuesdays or Fridays.

📍Thursday at .co.uk Health and Wellbeing Hub

19/08/2025

What I want you to know as a complementary therapies practitioner.

I’m not here to “fix” you.
I’m here to support your body’s own ability to heal, rest, and restore.
I see you as much more than your symptoms—you’re a whole person with your own story.

Sometimes, small shifts in lifestyle, food, or self-care can help or even reduce the frequency of sessions.

But I also know that health, time, and life don’t always make that easy—and that’s okay.

You’re still worthy of care exactly as you are.

If you feel ready to give yourself permission to take the time and space to rest and reset, my diary for September is open.

Calon treatment room on Tuesdays and Fridays.
co.uk better health and wellbeing hub on a Thursday.

The 🔗 is where you think ☺️⬆️

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Yr hyn rydw i eisiau i chi ei wybod fel therapydd cyflenwol

Nid ydw i yma i’ch “trwsio”.
Rydw i yma i gefnogi gallu naturiol eich corff i wella, gorffwys ac adfer.
Rydw i’n eich gweld chi fel llawer mwy na’ch symptomau – chi yw’r person cyfan gyda’ch stori eich hun.

Weithiau, gall newidiadau bach mewn ffordd o fyw, bwyd neu hunanofal helpu i wneud i’r budd o’ch sesiynau bara’n hirach.

Ond rydw i hefyd yn gwybod nad yw iechyd, amser a bywyd bob tro’n caniatáu hynny – a mae hynny’n iawn.

Rydych chi dal yn haeddu gofal, yn union fel yr ydych chi.

Os ydych chi’n teimlo’n barod i rhoi caniatâd i’ch hun i gymryd amser a lle i orffwys. Mae fy nghalendr ar gyfer Medi ar agor.

Ystafell Calon ar Dydd Mawrth a Dydd Gwener.co.uk, Better Health and Wellbeing Hub ar Dydd Iau.

Y 🔗 yn y man arferol☺️⬆️

11/08/2025

Making a change and stepping into self-employment means diving into so many new and exciting pools of opportunity — like showing up here on social media with an awesome collaboration giveaway and sharing posts on my knowledge and experience.

But with that comes plenty of chances for Imposter Syndrome to whisper,
“You’re not good enough. You don’t belong here.”

There’s another experience I have that adds to the Imposter Syndrome.

Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD). Last week, I nearly wrote RSD in my stories… but I decided Imposter Syndrome was more “acceptable.”
It felt safer. Easier to explain.

The truth is, what I was feeling the most wasn’t only Imposter Syndrome — it was RSD waving her arms in the air shouting, “Over here!” 🙋‍♀️

💡 What’s the difference?

Imposter Syndrome is the belief that you’re not as competent as people think you are — even when there’s plenty of evidence you are.

RSD is an intense emotional — and sometimes physical — pain triggered by the perception (real or imagined) of rejection, criticism, or failure.

RSD is especially common in neurodivergent brains, and for me, it can feel like:

🌻A deep ache tightening in my chest
🌻A sudden drop in my stomach
🌻A wave of heat in my legs ready to run from the perceived threat

For years, I didn’t have the words for this. I just thought I was

“too sensitive.”

Since learning about having dyslexia a few years ago and diving into online courses, podcasts, workshops, and seminars on neurodivergence, I’ve finally been able to name it. To paraphrase Berné Brown; shame thrives in secrecy. One I had the terminology I could name it and I could share it.

Since burnout, I’ve stopped hiding so much. And in sharing, I’ve connected with so many people.

The truth is, RSD will still pop up — and Imposter Syndrome will too — but neither of them get to drive the bus anymore. 💛

10/08/2025

Today’s the day!

Thank you all for your participation. If you haven’t entered it’s not too late.

Head to the grid to like, tag, share by 7.30pm.

Don’t forget to follow both .amy and

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07/08/2025

🌟 Welcome if you’re new here – and thank you to everyone who’s joined in so far! 🌟

It’s such a joy to be collaborating on this special giveaway – and with just 3 days to go, here’s your friendly reminder not to miss out!

We’re giving away a prize worth over £100, including:

🌻A Deluxe Elim Pedicure with .amy
🌻 A Relaxing Reflexology Session with

Make sure you’ve entered all the details are on the Giveaway post – and stay tuned for the winner announcement on Sunday! ✨

04/08/2025

Why We’re Collaborating on This Giveaway 💛

We’re not just business owners — we’re business besties. We got to know each other through working at Wild Sisters Wellness and clicked!

Often our trips to greet clients at the door would be at the same time and we’d chat. When our breaks aligned we’d have a cuppa and catch up.

Recently we’ve both walked away from careers in the corporate and public sector
to build something that aligns more with us.

Starting again isn’t easy, even if we have been doing it part time for a little while. There’ve been challenges, doubts, and days we’ve had to remind each other of the why.

But through it all, we’ve had each other’s backs.
Cheering each other on.
Holding space when things felt wobbly.
Celebrating the wins — big and small.

This giveaway is a little reflection of that support — and a way to share something joyful and nourishing with you. Because everyone deserves some relaxation and pampering.

Thank you for being here and thank you for supporting our small businesses.

We’re so grateful to everyone for the follows, tags and shares to date.

It’s not too late to get your entries in.
Head to the giveaway post on the grid for all the details on how to enter🌻☀️↗️