Balanced and Present

27/01/2026

!! February workshops/courses !!

Very excited to announce another collaboration with Marie Mulcahy.

We are creating a free wellness workshop (limited spaces available so get booked on quickly) to offer herbal and crystal methodologies, helping those who are in need of support. The first workshop will be 18th Feb, details below.

More information available shortly, watch this space. 🙏🏼🥰

26/01/2026

💜💜 Hey lovelies 💜💜

I’m so sorry it’s been quiet here for a while – we’ve been heads-down and hearts-full getting everything ready behind the scenes!

We’ve been busy setting up Balanced and Present (our little metaphysical & spiritual shop) and creating a beautiful, peaceful therapy space just above NNumber 1 Coffee Shop Community Hub CIC It’s taken longer than expected, but we’re finally almost there and SO excited to share it with you.

To celebrate, we’re throwing open the doors for our Official Opening Day on Monday 2nd February 2026 from 9:30am – 8pm 🎉
Come and wander around – you’ll find:
- A curated collection of crystals, incense, smudge sticks & spiritual accessories
- Tarot & Oracle decks to suit every vibe
- Whimsical, uplifting home decorations & gifts
- All the metaphysical & magical bits that make your soul smile and heart sing.

Pop in for a browse, a chat, a coffee from downstairs, and feel the energy of the new space. Everyone is warmly welcome!
We’re also marking the 1st anniversary of Number 1 Coffee Shop CIC on the same day – so it’s going to be a lovely double celebration ☕🙏🏼

As a special opening treat, we’re offering Angelic Reiki and Quantum Regression Integration Therapy sessions at discounted rates – but only for bookings made AND paid for on the day itself.
We can’t wait to see familiar faces (and meet new ones!). Come celebrate with us – no pressure, just good vibes and lovely energy.

See you soon – Monday 2nd Feb, from 9:30am
With love & gratitude 🙏🏼😊🥰

Gail & the Balanced and Present team ###

31/12/2025

As we step into this New Year, we send love, gratitude, and blessings to each and every one of you ✨
May the turning of the wheel bring renewal, clarity, and gentle growth. May you be guided by your intuition, supported by the universe, and surrounded by peace in both joyful and challenging moments.

We are deeply thankful for your presence, your support, and the energy you share with us. May this year open doors to healing, balance, abundance, and authentic living. May your path be lit with hope, your heart stay open, and your spirit feel held and protected.

Wishing you a truly blessed, magical, and harmonious New Year 🙏🏼🥰

20/12/2025

Beloved Sister and Brother Soul Warriors

As the Earth leans into her deepest exhale and the Sun pauses at the edge of rebirth, I send to you all , blessings wrapped in winter light. May this solstice meet you exactly where you are—strong, tender, luminous, and wildly alive beneath the stillness.

You have walked your path with the courage of one who remembers, one who knows and one who is. Even in the long nights, you carry fire in your bones and wisdom in your breath. This season asks not for more doing, but for inner resting. Lay down the armour for a moment; your strength is not diminished by softness. In the dark, the roots grow deeper.

May the returning light find all the places you once thought were broken and reveal them as initiations. May the silence speak kindly to you. May your intuition sharpen like frost in moonlight, clear and undeniable. And may every release you offer now become fertile ground for miracles you do not yet need to imagine.

Beyond this solstice, may you walk with grace and a little mischief—because the awakened know that joy is serious magic. May your laughter keep portals open. May your prayers travel fast. May your presence continue to remind others of who they truly are, simply by being.

Stand tall, radiant ones. The Sun is rising again, and so are you—inevitably, brilliantly, and right on time.

With love that transcends seasons
and blessings that know your name 🙏🏼🥰😌

04/12/2025

04/12/2025

04/12/2025

Looking for a gift that’s unique, quirky or therapeutic? We’ve got it.

We stock a beautiful range of crystals, metaphysical and spiritual offerings as well as Angelic Reiki, Quantum Regression Integration Therapy, crafting workshops and courses. Hosted inside the wonderful Number 1 Coffee Shop Community Hub CIC, 19 Croft Street, Darwen, BB3 1BG, where there is always a welcoming atmosphere.

More than a cafe, it’s a mini supportive village packed into one space offering friendship, supportive and creative groups regularly.

Downstairs offers a high quality affordable menu with a wide selection of food and drinks, served in a warm and comfortable space. Upstairs is a perfect space offering friendship, therapy and meeting room, crystals, incense, tarot/oracle cards, Rieki and Quantum Regression Integration Therapy, quirky and unusual uplifting gifts all curated by Balanced And Present, your metaphysical, spiritual and ritual boutique.

So yes, 19 Croft Street, Darwen is your mini village in one, where everyone is welcome, everyone cares, everyone feels supported and no one is alone. Blessed be 🙏🏼🥰










For further information tel Gail on 01254 922294 or leave a comment below 🙏🏼☺️

28/11/2025

🙏🏼 Unlock the Wisdom of the Cards, Embrace the Touch of Angels..

An amazing evening where Cards Reveal, and Angels Heal, hosted by Marie from Urban Based Herbalist and Gail from Balanced And Present.

🔮 Tarot Readings – Receive insight, guidance, and a fresh perspective on your path.
👼 Angelic Reiki – Experience soothing, high-vibration healing to realign your energy and restore harmony.

Whether you’re seeking answers, healing, or simply a moment of tranquillity, this is your invitation to pause, breathe, and reconnect.

🤗 All are welcome – beginners to seasoned seekers.
📖Booking recommended to secure your space and time.

😊 If you feel called, follow the pull of the cards and the angels…
We’d love to share this magical evening with you in the beautiful surroundings and offerings at Number 1 Coffee Shop Community Hub CIC💫

Blessed be 🙏🏼😊

ℹ️ For further information

Please comment below or
Call Gail on 01254 922294 or
Text 07942146764 or
Email info@balancedandpresent.com

27/11/2025

What’s new? Lots new 🙏🏼😃

The boutique above Number 1 Coffee Shop Community Hub CIC is slowly coming together for all your wellbeing and uplifting needs.

Not quite open yet but you’re more than welcome to come and have a look or chat Monday- Saturdays, 9:30pm till 4:00pm (sometimes we close later) or by appointment.

We are pleased to share even more therapy methodologies with Gail now qualified 4th degree Angelic Reiki Master, fully insured alongside her Quantum Regression Integration Therapy (Q-rit) offering. Our dedicated therapy space should be fully completed by 12 December 2025 so keep an eye out for opening offers 😃.

We look forward to seeing new and returning clients, blessed be🙏🏼😊

15/11/2025

DARWEN CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH ON TONIGHT

NUMBER1 COFFEE SHOP IS OPENING UNTIL 7pm today.

Come and have a festive coffee and enjoy the new festive menu.

Balanced and Present will be open until 7pm too, so if you’re looking for something quirky, uplifting and inspiring as a gift or just for yourself, we are upstairs in the coffee shop. Grab a brew and peruse.

14/10/2025

Come on down to Number1 coffee shop CIC and enjoy a night of fun and laughter making your own enchanted broomstick.
There’s 10% off food and drink as well as great company, a talk on the history of the broomstick, how to use and get the most out of your creation.
Limited spaces so booking is essential.
For further info contact Gail on
07942 146764 or pop into the coffee shop.