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Pregnancy massage
Menopause


Hi , im Janet 🙂
My aim is to bring balance to your mind , body & soul 😊
In my tranquil home treatment room 😌💫🦋

It’s a bit of a long read .. but it’s how a lot of people are feeling right now . I have felt some of these shifts! Does...
09/09/2025

It’s a bit of a long read .. but it’s how a lot of people are feeling right now . I have felt some of these shifts!
Does any of this resonate with you ?

Let me know in the comments

The 9/9/9 Portal activation is the strongest calling into higher consciousness. This triple numerical sequence is the most powerful gateway of this year, it activates higher opportunities to close the doors on what no longer serves the higher purpose. To reflect on the current direction of life, shining spotlights on direction, hopes and soul desires.

These high frequency numerical energies will help the ascending to break free from repeating patterns and outdated cycles. There is a big plan in new earth energy and it is all coming together.
PAYING ATTENTION TO HOW WE FEEL, BECOMING AWARE OF OUR EMOTIONAL TRIGGERS. THE THEMES THAT SHOW UP FOR US OVER THE NEXT 3 WEEKS WILL BE A PERSONAL GUIDANCE PLAN TO WHAT AREAS NEED TO BE FURTHER WORKED ON.

Envisioning the path ahead. Setting strong and clear intentions. Allowing the soul to Now guide self forward. Preparing for the new, dreaming life into new earth physical manifestation. The ascension process is the expansion of the soul's purpose here, facing the truth in all situations. Letting go of false conditioning, taking full responsibility in self’s actions and how this has affected others in life .

The genuine ascending have been in an accelerated evolutionary process by cosmic celestial events that increase soul expansion, wisdom and the divine will of inner power.
Many may be Feeling a little uneasy after receiving intense downloads and insights. The Release of deep, ancient anger and injustice trauma which we may not have known still existed within the self. This is assisting the body in the powerful release of the crystalline structure and major repair and restoration process .

The 9/9/9 Portal activates a cosmic gateway of completions, spiritual growth, and self-alignment. The vibration of the number 9 symbolises wisdom, urging us to release what no longer serves so we can access the knowledge already within and to align with higher self.

This 9/9/9 portal amplifies the energy of closures, dissolving karmic burdens and awakening to the inner truth that guides the soul forward. It is a time to reflect on the conscious journey, honouring the wisdom gained through life experiences, discovering the deeper knowledge within.

The 9/9/9 energy activates the truth in self-and heightens intuition in areas that need attention.
it will highlight people’s true colours as masks continue to slip in others around you and in the collective, trust the process of revelations as higher powers now shape the path. The past is dissolving for many as the higher self is called to action truth, illusions in new earth reality will all eventually shatter as the old energy can no longer manipulate and control outcomes. This is a brand new chapter in life. Living in a truthful awareness is absolutely necessary in a new earth energy, as this energy on earth supports Only Truth and not deceptions.

In this lifetime, we are not just here to learn new things to achieve mastery. it is necessary to unlearn false conditioning, the rememberance of self’s ascended Mastery, ascending individuals have chosen to face the greatest challenges on this planet assisting humanity, Gaia and the universe at large.

Focusing on accessing self’s inherent powers to bring about change and to shift the frequencies on this planet from fear to love, abundance on this planet is the Starseeds natural birthright, when self follows the guidance of the higher heart the self can then begin to overcome fear, as the universe is fully supporting all authentic internal changes taking place .

The higher energies on our planet are rapidly moving through the ascending Starseeds, misalignment occurred from past times when separation was experienced from Source Light, the soul tribe, soul groups and lineages so that these lines and energies can now fully be restored to their original blueprints.
The ascended masters and higher light teams are preparing the ascending to Feel empowered in true self conscious awareness, to be in Sovereign service to self and those on the authentic path.

Expanding the higher heart consciousness and higher heart awareness.

This is connecting us with our soul, star and cosmic families.
Letting go of people and activities that are not serving self’s true essence and vibrational frequencies. Preparing for the New and aligned ascending Souls that will enter into life and enrich the path moving forward , some may feel surprised that their support does not come from known and familiar faces. The Universe may possibly place strangers on the path to take starseeds into their higher timelines.

Physical ascension symptoms: Most are due to the rewiring of new energetic systems and multidimensional sensory awareness of our Divine Original Blueprint activation is in full process. Blood pressure highs and lows, Times of brain fog, Not being able to remember events and forgetfulness. 3rd eye pineal awakening and activation. Kundalini activations,

Digestion issues, bloating, weight loss or weight gain.
Changing the existing diet for higher frequency levels, even though diets may be healthy there may possibly still be more modifications to make in what energies around you are being ingested.

Periods of needing to sleep and rest more a stronger desire to cleanse for spiritual and cellular release, assisting in the collective purification processes. Some ascending may find the self feeling a little more on edge, easily intolerant, irritable, shaky, feelings of anxiety, dense feelings in the body, strong duality thinking this is clearing and healing the subconscious programmes.

When we welcome our emotions as teachers, every emotion brings higher awareness , even the ones that we perceive to be painful.

There is an unsettling in the collective right now and many sensitives are feeling this .
Planetary action and changes are taking place astrologically speaking that will affect the collective as well as all ascending individuals in their own unique and individual ways .

This is to bring in the changes needed to take place in self and In the world. After the 9th of September, there is a different energy and tone for the rest of the year, many are awakening and making profound changes in life, after the recent lion gate portal activation energies many have noticed more evidence of this within self as well as others in the outer world. Collectively speaking these changes must take place and this always starts from within .

The higher configurations of light are integrating and adjusting, allowing for this , By remaining loving, loyal and patient , trusting that this is all part of the Ascension process. Becoming more gentle, loving, kinder and more forgiving towards self. Many have recently experienced ancient wound purging, healing and the release of major karmic soul contracts on many levels and in complex layers.

There will be new sacred soul partnerships to support New Earth frequencies. Peace, ancient knowledge, alliances of light and the reunion of Kindred soul friendships .

WE ARE HERE TO CREATE NEW QUANTUM PARADIGMS, ACTIVATING OUR CRYSTALLINE CELLS/ DNA OUR BLISS/GOD BODIES, QUANTUM CREATOR POWERS AND SOUL SOVEREIGNTY FREEDOM .

This is cause for celebration, joy and renewal of our new ascension status, our purpose to serve in a higher capacity in our true essence and expression, to serve and experience the multidimensional support through Higher Light beings, the Star family Cosmic Councils, Earth, Angelic Realms, and other ascended groups as Ascended Masters, Starseeds are the New Earth Energy Architects, deliberate creators that are here in a much higher consciousness and in powerful transformational service .

Elevating self’s state of conscious awareness involves accepting life based in truth, grace, humility, Integrity, dignity and the awareness of our inherent power as an Ascending soul, this enables ascending self to lead a Sovereign based life in new earth energy by creating their piece of heaven on Earth .

Ascension LightWorkers.
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I’ve finally joined the online booking brigade 😁😜This is my new booking link 🔗Please click the link to book an appointme...
19/08/2025

I’ve finally joined the online booking brigade 😁😜

This is my new booking link 🔗

Please click the link to book an appointment
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Hello my name is Janet Sheard

Wow 🤩 So many benefits to having reflexology Don’t forget get I will be training in RLD in September
06/08/2025

Wow 🤩 So many benefits to having reflexology
Don’t forget get I will be training in RLD in September

👣 The Power of Reflexology in Lymphatic Healing

When feet speak, the body listens.

In the quiet language of pressure points and touch, there lies a powerful form of healing that’s often overlooked — reflexology.
But when paired with an understanding of the lymphatic system, this ancient therapy becomes more than just relaxation —
…it becomes a pathway to fluid movement, immune support, and deep tissue detoxification.

🌿 What is Reflexology?

Reflexology is a therapeutic technique that involves applying gentle pressure to specific points on the feet, hands, or ears — each of which corresponds to an organ, gland, or body system.

Think of it as a map of your body, mirrored in your feet.
Stimulating these points helps trigger neural pathways and activate the body’s own healing responses — particularly through the autonomic nervous system and lymphatic circulation.

🌀 How Does It Support the Lymphatic System?

The lymphatic system is a fluid-based network responsible for:
• Removing waste, toxins, and pathogens
• Supporting immune function
• Regulating inflammation
• Maintaining fluid balance in tissues

But unlike the heart, the lymphatic system has no central pump — it relies on muscle movement, breath, and manual stimulation to flow.

That’s where reflexology becomes powerful:

👣 5 Ways Reflexology Boosts Lymphatic Health

1. Stimulates Lymph Flow Without Strain

Gentle foot pressure increases local and systemic circulation, helping lymphatic fluid move through congested vessels and nodes — especially helpful for those with swelling, fatigue, or sedentary lifestyles.

2. Activates Reflex Zones for Key Organs

By working on the liver, kidneys, colon, spleen, and intestinal reflex points, reflexology supports the body’s natural detox and drainage systems — reducing the burden on the lymph.

3. Reduces Stress and Cortisol

High stress = tight fascia + sluggish lymph flow.
Reflexology downregulates the sympathetic nervous system, allowing for parasympathetic healing, reduced inflammation, and better vagal nerve activation (which impacts gut and lymphatic communication).

4. Improves Digestive-Lymph Connection

The gut is home to 70% of your immune system (GALT). Reflex points on the feet related to the intestines and abdominal area help calm inflammation, improve motility, and stimulate visceral lymphatic flow.

5. Breaks Down Fascial Restrictions

Foot reflexology encourages release of fascial tension, which can compress lymphatic vessels and impair drainage. This is especially helpful in cases of chronic swelling, hormonal fluid retention, or post-surgical stagnation.

✨ Clinical Benefits Observed:
• Reduced swelling and puffiness (especially lower legs, ankles, abdomen)
• Improved energy and reduced fatigue
• Less fluid retention during PMS or hormonal shifts
• Clearer skin and improved elimination
• Calmer mood and better sleep
• Enhanced response when combined with Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD)

🔬 Backed by Research:

Recent studies have shown that reflexology:
• Increases peripheral blood circulation
• Modulates immune and inflammatory markers
• Improves quality of life in chronic illness patients
• Activates vagal tone, which regulates both gut and lymph function

A 2022 pilot study on reflexology and lymphedema in breast cancer survivors showed a statistically significant reduction in arm circumference and reported swelling after six weekly treatments.

🌸 Who Can Benefit Most?

Reflexology is especially beneficial for those with:
• Chronic inflammation
• Autoimmune diseases
• Hormonal imbalances (e.g., PCOS, estrogen dominance)
• Lymphedema or lipedema
• Digestive issues
• Stress-related immune dysfunction
• Post-surgical swelling or trauma

🌿 The Healing Power of Touch

Reflexology is gentle.
It’s non-invasive.
And yet — it can reignite movement in places where your body feels stuck.

Whether used alone or as a complement to lymphatic drainage therapy, reflexology helps the body do what it was designed to do:

🌀 Move.
🧬 Balance.
💧 Detox.
💚 Heal.

Final Thought:

If the lymphatic system is your inner river,
then reflexology is the gentle current that guides it home.

More than a foot massage! When you come to me for a reflexology treatment.. it’s not just a foot massage. It’s so much m...
04/08/2025

More than a foot massage!
When you come to me for a reflexology treatment.. it’s not just a foot massage. It’s so much more ! I mean .. you do get a foot massage, but I work with your internal energy.⚡️

We are all made up of energy.. or Chi ( also known as Qi in Chinese medicine) this life force energy needs to run freely throughout the body .. if it becomes stuck , stagnant or blocked… it can result in illness, physically , mentally and emotionally.

Throughout your reflexology treatment I can feel if a particular reflex point is blocked.. it may feel dense and hard or tight .. I will work this point to release that energy.
If a reflex point feels sunken or lacking , I will pump it to stimulate that energy. I balance… by gently‘holding’ the point to calm and centre
All throughout the session .. I feel energy through my hands , coming from you and from me. sometimes it’s strong and other times very subtle.

In your reflexology session I work to release , restore and revive , allowing the Chi to run freely throughout your body bringing balance & harmony to your mind , body & soul. 😌

My intention is to always work with you holistically and from a whole centred approach.
You will hopefully leave feeling lighter , calmer and 😌💚✨ Want to try reflexology? ☎️ Janet 07702292745

So interesting to know that your lymphatic system is connected to your hormones. Follow this lady for more information
04/08/2025

So interesting to know that your lymphatic system is connected to your hormones.

Follow this lady for more information

🩸 Why Your Period Can Feel Worse After Lymphatic Drainage

Understanding Hormone Shifts, Detox, and the Lymph–Uterus Connection

Lymphatic drainage is known for its powerful effects on detoxification, circulation, and inflammation, but what many women don’t realize is that it can also shift your menstrual cycle — sometimes making it feel more intense before it gets better.

Let’s explore why.

🌿 1. Lymphatic Drainage Affects Hormonal Balance

Your lymphatic system helps clear out excess hormones, including estrogen, progesterone, and cortisol. When the lymph starts flowing more effectively, your body may temporarily mobilize stored hormones that were stuck in stagnant tissues, especially:
• Breast tissue
• Abdomen and pelvis
• Liver and gut (key in estrogen detox)

🌀 This “hormonal flush” can trigger symptoms like:
• Breast tenderness
• Heavier flow
• Mood swings
• Water retention
• Cramping

Think of it as your body saying:
“We’re clearing the backlog — bear with me.”

🔥 2. Increased Blood Flow = Heavier Bleeding

Manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) enhances circulation, especially to the uterus and ovaries. This can:
• Increase blood flow to the endometrium
• Stimulate shedding of the uterine lining
• Result in a heavier or earlier period than usual

This is not a bad thing — it’s your body resetting and releasing.

💧 3. Toxin Release Can Trigger Symptoms

If your body is eliminating:
• Environmental estrogens (xenoestrogens)
• Stored waste from fat cells
• Inflammatory debris

…you might experience a temporary detox reaction — also known as a healing crisis — that amplifies period symptoms.

Common responses:
• Fatigue
• Headaches
• Cramping
• Acne or skin flare-ups
• Irritability or low mood

These are short-lived but real — and often sign that deeper clearing is taking place.

⚖️ 4. Pelvic Lymph Congestion Clears First

Many women store lymphatic congestion in the pelvic basin — around the uterus, ovaries, colon, and bladder.
When this area is stimulated:
• The uterus becomes more responsive
• Old fluid, inflammation, and stagnation start to move
• Hormonal communication improves

This shift can temporarily intensify PMS or period pain before your next few cycles begin to regulate.

✨ The Good News: It Gets Better

Although your first cycle after lymphatic therapy may feel a bit more intense, many women experience:
• Lighter, more regular periods
• Less bloating and cramping
• Improved fertility
• Better mood stability
• Less breast tenderness
• Shorter, cleaner cycles over time

The key is to stay hydrated, support your liver, and honor the healing process.

🌸 Supportive Tips Post-Drainage

✔️ Castor oil packs over the pelvis to reduce inflammation
✔️ Magnesium to ease cramps and calm the nervous system
✔️ Herbal teas like ginger, red raspberry leaf, and chamomile
✔️ Sleep and gentle movement during your luteal phase
✔️ Hydration to support lymph flow and detox

Reminder:
Each woman is unique. Not everyone will experience these shifts the same way. But if your period feels more intense after lymphatic therapy, trust the process — your body is clearing, realigning, and healing.

🌻AUGUST🌻Happy Yorkshire day everyone 😁 1st August marks Yorkshire day .. Summer is well and truly here..( although today...
01/08/2025

🌻AUGUST🌻

Happy Yorkshire day everyone 😁 1st August marks Yorkshire day .. Summer is well and truly here..( although today I think it’s hiding 🫣) kids have broken up from school and I hope everyone is enjoying a break of some sort.
what have you got planned ?

I will be taking a break for a week to go to beautiful Northumberland at the end of the Month so my last working day will be 23rd

Check out my available dates for August in the comments to book a moment of calm & tranquility for yourself..

🌻Reflexology ( foot & facial )
🌻Aromatherapy massage
🌻Lymphatic drainage massage
🌻Pregnancy massage
🌻Maternity Reflexology
🌻Menopause reflexology

Call Janet to book in
☎️ 07702292745

https://naturalbalanceholistictherapy.co.uk/index.php

Today I’ve been a busy girl.. pregnancy massages , reflexology, and a beautiful post natal massage for a new mummy .. us...
28/07/2025

Today I’ve been a busy girl.. pregnancy massages , reflexology, and a beautiful post natal massage for a new mummy .. using a relaxing blend of bergamot, geranium & frankincense, relaxing, balancing and grounding .
She fell asleep during her massage and got to take home her beautiful blend to use at home.

Post natal massage can help melt away any tension and ease out any knots in stressed shoulders , regulate and balance hormones and give you that much needed time for just you ..
If you book an aromatherapy massage with me .. you can take home the blend in a roller ball for use on pulse points or dropper bottle to use in a relaxing bath 🛁.
What’s your favourite essential oil ?
Post natal massage using a bespoke aromatherapy blended for your specific concerns.
60 mins £45
90 mins £55

Wow !! This is soo interesting.. our stagnant lymph flow could be a contributing factor to brain fog 😶‍🌫️.. something th...
28/07/2025

Wow !! This is soo interesting.. our stagnant lymph flow could be a contributing factor to brain fog 😶‍🌫️.. something that I definitely struggle with.

Who else does this effect?
Let me know

🧠 “What If Your Brain Fog Isn’t in Your Head—But in Your Neck?”

How Lymphatic Blockages Around the Neck and Clavicle Can Choke Your Cognitive Function

Introduction

Brain fog. That hazy, disconnected feeling like you’re wading through cotton wool. It’s one of the most frustrating and misunderstood symptoms people experience. Often dismissed as stress, hormonal, or “just in your head”—many don’t realize the real problem might lie in your neck.

Specifically: your lymphatic drainage system.

Let’s connect the dots between neck congestion, clavicular lymphatic bottlenecks, and your brain’s ability to detox and think clearly.

🔬 1. Your Brain Has a Lymphatic System—The Glymphatic System

For decades, scientists believed the brain was an “immune-privileged” organ with no lymphatic drainage. That changed with the discovery of the glymphatic system (Iliff et al., 2012), a network of channels that clears:
• Cellular waste
• Neurotoxins (like beta-amyloid)
• Inflammatory byproducts

This cleansing system is most active during deep sleep, relying on cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) and healthy venous + lymphatic outflow—which exits primarily via the neck.

🦠 2. The Neck: The Drainpipe for Your Brain

Lymphatic drainage from the brain moves through:
• Perivascular glymphatic pathways
• The meningeal lymphatics
• The deep cervical lymph nodes
• The thoracic duct and right lymphatic duct, which both drain into the subclavian veins beneath your collarbones

If these regions are stagnant, compressed, or congested, the brain’s waste cannot exit efficiently.

The result?
• Brain fog
• Head pressure
• Sleep disturbances
• Visual processing issues
• Emotional flatness or mood swings

⛔ 3. What Blocks the Brain’s Drainage Pathways?

Several physical and emotional factors can choke your neck’s lymphatic outflow:

🧍 Poor Posture:
• Forward head posture (“tech neck”)
• Rounded shoulders compressing the thoracic outlet
• Clavicular pressure reducing flow through the subclavian vein and lymphatic duct

🧘‍♀️ Shallow Breathing:
• Diaphragmatic stagnation = less thoracic duct movement
• Less “pumping” pressure on the deep cervical and thoracic lymphatics

😔 Unprocessed Emotional Trauma:
• Somatic memory and fascial tension held in the sternocleidomastoid (SCM) and scalenes
• Protective “hunch” posture following emotional injury
• Vagus nerve restriction, which impacts brain-gut-lymph communication

🧬 Chronic Illness or Autoimmunity:
• Inflammatory debris buildup in brain and lymph
• Hypothyroidism or Hashimoto’s slowing detox
• Sinus congestion backing up drainage from the cribriform plate and facial lymph

🧠 4. Why Lymphatic Drainage Clears Brain Fog

When you manually or pneumatically stimulate:
• Deep cervical nodes
• The thoracic inlet (under the collarbone)
• The jugular chain
• The diaphragm + cisterna chyli

You open the gates for glymphatic clearance to occur.
Clients often report:
• Clearer thoughts
• Brighter vision
• Deeper sleep
• Emotional breakthroughs

Sometimes, they cry unexpectedly—not because they’re sad, but because their nervous system is finally exhaling.

📉 5. Signs That Your Brain Fog Is Neck-Related
• You feel “cloudy” despite eating clean or balancing hormones
• You have sinus pressure, ear fullness, or tightness under your jaw
• Your collarbone or neck feels puffy, tight, or sore to touch
• You clench your jaw or carry stress in your upper shoulders
• You experience relief after neck massage or cranial work

✅ What You Can Do
• 🖐️ Lymphatic drainage therapy focusing on the clavicle, SCM, jawline, and thoracic inlet
• 🌬️ Vagus nerve exercises + diaphragmatic breathing
• 💧 Stay hydrated to support CSF and lymph flow
• 🧂 Use trace minerals to maintain osmotic balance in the brain
• 🧘‍♀️ Gua sha or lymphatic facial massage 2–3x per week
• 🚫 Avoid prolonged neck compression (phones, tight bras, poor pillows)

🔄 The Bottom Line

Your brain fog might not be in your mind—it might be in your neck.

Clear the pathways.
Open the drain.
Let your brain breathe again.

📚 References
• Iliff, J. J., et al. (2012). A paravascular pathway facilitates CSF flow through the brain parenchyma and the clearance of interstitial solutes. Science Translational Medicine, 4(147), 147ra111. https://doi.org/10.1126/scitranslmed.3003748
• Louveau, A., et al. (2015). Structural and functional features of central nervous system lymphatic vessels. Nature, 523(7560), 337–341. https://doi.org/10.1038/nature14432
• Nedergaard, M., & Goldman, S. A. (2020). Glymphatic failure as a final common pathway to dementia. Science, 370(6512), 50–56. https://doi.org/10.1126/science.abb8739
• Plog, B. A., & Nedergaard, M. (2018). The glymphatic system in central nervous system health and disease: past, present, and future. Annual Review of Pathology, 13, 379–394.

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This is me !! And this is why I love learning about ways to calm and heal ❤️‍🩹😌
23/07/2025

This is me !! And this is why I love learning about ways to calm and heal ❤️‍🩹😌

😔 The Sad Reality of High Cortisol: When Your Stress Hormone Becomes Your Silent Saboteur 🔥💧

Cortisol — your built-in alarm system, your “get up and go,” your life-saving stress hormone.
But what happens when this short-term hero becomes a long-term villain?

Let’s uncover the hidden toll of chronically high cortisol — and why it may be silently sabotaging your lymphatic flow, immune resilience, and overall health.

⚠️ Cortisol: A Blessing in Balance, a Curse in Chaos

Cortisol is released by your adrenal glands during stress. It’s designed to:
• Increase alertness
• Raise blood sugar for energy
• Suppress non-essential functions (like digestion & detox)
• Help you survive a crisis

But here’s the reality most don’t talk about…

In today’s world, most people aren’t fighting lions.
They’re fighting inboxes, deadlines, trauma, grief, financial strain, chronic illness… every day.

And that means cortisol never switches off.

😞 The Hidden Damage of High Cortisol

When cortisol remains elevated for weeks, months, or years, it becomes toxic to your system.

Here’s what it does:

🧠 Brain Fog & Mood Swings

Cortisol shrinks the hippocampus (memory center) and disrupts serotonin and dopamine production.
Result: depression, anxiety, emotional numbness.

🛏️ Sleep Disruption

High nighttime cortisol means you feel “tired but wired.”
You fall asleep late, wake up early, and never feel restored.

🍽️ Weight Gain & Belly Fat

Cortisol tells your body to store fat, especially around your abdomen — to “survive” the perceived stress.
It also causes insulin resistance, bloating, and inflammation.

💧 Lymphatic Stagnation

This is where it gets scary:
• Cortisol stiffens fascia, compressing lymph vessels.
• It raises fluid retention by triggering aldosterone imbalances.
• It shuts down detox priorities — because survival doesn’t care about drainage.

Result? Puffy face, swollen limbs, brain fog, sluggish detox, recurring infections, and autoimmune flare-ups.

💔 Heart & Hormone Havoc

Chronically high cortisol:
• Increases blood pressure
• Throws off progesterone and estrogen
• Suppresses thyroid function
• Elevates inflammatory cytokines

This leaves you tired, inflamed, irritable, and disconnected — often without knowing why.

🧬 Is This You? Common Signs of Cortisol Overload:
• Wired but tired
• Puffiness that won’t go away
• Frequent colds or infections
• Midsection weight gain
• Poor sleep and vivid dreams
• Low libido
• Anxiety or “shut down” feelings
• Brain fog and memory lapses
• Sluggish digestion and bloating

🌿 How to Lower Cortisol & Reclaim Balance:
1. Nasal Breathing + Grounding – activates the parasympathetic (healing) state.
2. Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) – gently resets the nervous system and reduces inflammation.
3. Adaptogenic Herbs – ashwagandha, rhodiola, and holy basil can support adrenal recovery.
4. Gentle Movement – like walking, yoga, or rebounding to move lymph without spiking stress.
5. Left Side Sleeping – improves drainage from the heart and calms vagal tone.
6. Screen & Noise Detox – especially before bed.
7. Safe Emotional Release – breathwork, therapy, journaling, crying — your body needs to let go.

💔 Final Thought:

Cortisol was never meant to be your constant companion.
It was meant to protect you — not imprison you.

If you feel like your body is breaking down, your mind is tired, and your soul is flat…
You may not need “more willpower.”
You may need less cortisol.

Let’s not normalize burnout.
Let’s normalize nervous system safety, lymphatic flow, and emotional healing.

Your peace isn’t a luxury — it’s a biological necessity.

📚 References:
• McEwen BS. (2007). Physiology and neurobiology of stress and adaptation: central role of the brain. Physiological Reviews.
• Tsigos C, Chrousos GP. (2002). Hypothalamic–pituitary–adrenal axis, neuroendocrine factors and stress. Journal of Psychosomatic Research.
• van der Kolk, B. (2014). The Body Keeps the Score.
• Fasano A. (2012). Intestinal permeability and systemic inflammation.

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💚SUMMER DETOX TOP TO TOELYMPHATIC MASSAGE💚I’m combining these two beautiful treatments together to give you the ultimate...
22/07/2025

💚SUMMER DETOX TOP TO TOE
LYMPHATIC MASSAGE💚

I’m combining these two beautiful treatments together to give you the ultimate detox experience

👌Ideal for before or after your summer holidays 🌞

🌿I will start the treatment with dry body brushing to stimulate and improve circulation

🪶The massage itself is very gentle and resembles a feather like touch. It’s deeply relaxing and so beneficial for a number of medical conditions.

🌸I will use an aromatherapy massage oil , expertly blended of fennel , grapefruit, juniper berry & cypress organic essential oils all known for their diuretic therapeutic effects.

💆‍♀️I will the then complete the treatment with a blissful lymphatic facial.
I use a soft brush specifically designed for lymphatic drainage massage for your face .. this will increase circulation and help to reduce puffiness and fine lines over time .
I have a range of facial oils for every skin type , all natural ingredients and based on essential oils with no toxic or harsh chemicals.

💚It’s a beautiful and relaxing experience which leave you feeling lighter and is really very special🤩

🌱Lymphatic drainage massage (MLD) is used to stimulate the lymph channels on the body to clear the lymph and drain away excess fluid.

💆‍♀️It is a very gentle massage treatment that cleanses and removes toxins , relaxes, relieves pain and can boosts immunity

* Studies show that lymphatic massage might be more effective than connective tissue massage in relieving symptoms of stiffness and depression in people living with conditions like fibromyalgia , Chronic Fatigue or any other autoimmune disorder.

🩺I will need to take a full medical consultation prior to your treatment.

📣This is a steal at only £60 for a 70 mins treatment 😁

☎️ Message Janet for more information and to book an appointment
07702292745

https://naturalbalanceholistictherapy.co.uk/index.php

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WF102EZ

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Tuesday 11am - 8pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

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