Dragonfly River Clinic

14/10/2025

Today marks 10 whole years of daily journaling! 🎉

Every evening before going to sleep I empty my head onto the page. In whatever form that takes.

But always ending on a highlight. Something good in the day, however small.

It is one of my health non-negotiables 🤷🏼‍♀️

This is something I would highly recommend. It has given me so much… peace, space, clarity and better sleep 💪🏼 all of which have gone a long way to improve my overall health ♥️

08/10/2025

I’m a real fan of Hz music and listen to it often as well as recommending it to many of my patients

Not because she made a mistake. She played perfectly.But when she hit the high C—something in my chest shattered.I ran to the bathroom, counting floor tiles to stay conscious. 12, 13, 14.Heart rate: 136 bpm. Breaths: 23 per minute. Time until I pass out: Unknown.For six years, I'd been falling apa...

06/10/2025

🌕Tonight is a super full moon 🌕

🌕💤 Super Full Moon Sleep Tips 💤🌕

Many people find their sleep is lighter or more disrupted during a super full moon — thanks to increased light, shifting circadian rhythms, and heightened energy levels. If you’ve been tossing and turning, you’re not imagining it! Here’s how to support deeper, healthier rest tonight:

😴 1. Start winding down earlier: The body’s internal clock can be thrown off by extra evening light. Begin your bedtime routine 30–60 minutes earlier to help melatonin (your sleep hormone) kick in.

🛁 2. Create a calming routine: A warm bath or shower before bed lowers core body temperature, signalling to your body it’s time to sleep. Add lavender or chamomile oil for an extra relaxation boost.

🌙 3. Keep your room dark: Even moonlight can suppress melatonin production. Blackout curtains or an eye mask can make a big difference.

📵 4. Minimise screen time: Bright screens trick your brain into staying awake. Aim to switch off devices at least an hour before bed.

🧘‍♀️ 5. Calm your nervous system: Try slow, deep breathing, light stretching, or meditation to reduce cortisol (your stress hormone) and prepare your body for rest.

📝 6. Clear your mind: The full moon is a natural point of reflection. Journaling or writing a to-do list before bed can stop thoughts from racing once your head hits the pillow.

🌕 Even with the moon at its brightest, small changes to your routine can help you drift into deeper, more restorative sleep — so you wake up refreshed and ready for the new lunar cycle. ✨

03/10/2025

02/10/2025

30/09/2025

Pillars of health

🌿 The 7 Pillars of Health – and Why Balance is Everything 🌿

Your health is built on more than just one good habit — it’s a balance of key foundations that support your body, mind, and energy every day. Think of them as the pillars holding up your wellbeing:

💤 1. Sleep – Quality rest is when your body heals, your brain resets, and your hormones rebalance. Without it, everything else struggles.

🥗 2. Nutrition – Real, nourishing food is your body’s fuel. It supports immunity, energy, mood, and cellular repair.

🏃‍♂️ 3. Movement – Daily movement keeps your muscles strong, your joints healthy, and your mind clear. It doesn’t have to be intense — consistency matters most.

🧘‍♀️ 4. Stress Management – Chronic stress is like rust on your health. Tools like breathwork, mindfulness, nature time, or chiropractic care help keep your nervous system in balance.

🤝 5. Connection – Humans thrive on meaningful relationships. Supportive social bonds boost longevity, mental health, and resilience.

🌟 6. Purpose – Having a sense of direction, passion, and meaning gives you motivation and drive. Purpose is fuel for both mental and physical vitality.

🙏 7. Spirituality – Whether through faith, mindfulness, nature, or self-inquiry, nurturing your spiritual life fosters peace, perspective, and a deeper sense of belonging.

✨ When one pillar is out of balance, the whole structure wobbles. When they work together, you create a foundation for vibrant, lasting health — body, mind, and soul.

✨ True health isn’t about perfection — it’s about balance. When you nourish each pillar, you create a strong, resilient foundation for a life full of energy, clarity, joy, and fulfilment.

Which pillar could you focus on strengthening this week? 💫

23/09/2025

19/09/2025

Many of my fellow chiropractors have raved about barefoot shoes for decades now so I’m late to the party 🫣

But for Christmas last year I asked for a pair of the leading barefoot manufacturers shoes at a significant cost 😬

While they were nice I soon realised they aggravated my back and I had to wear my orthotics in then which kind of defeated the purpose of the barefoot shoe 🤷🏼‍♀️

But I’m not a quitter 😇 so this summer I was in need of a new pair of trainers and having read the website for another brand of barefoot shoe called PureStep I decided to take a punt….especially as they were a third of the cost of the leading brand 🎉

Well I now own 3 pairs!

I have NEVER bought 3 pairs of the same brand shoe before!

They are fabulous! I don’t want to wear anything else and they don’t need me to wear my orthotics in them as they don’t aggravate my back 💪🏼

I am always on my feet so shoes are of paramount importance to me.

If you are interested in barefoot shoes or just looking to replace your trainers I would highly recommend looking at PureStep ♥️

17/09/2025

Let’s talk about osteoporosis 🦴 Osteoporosis – the silent bone thief 🦴

Often called the “silent condition”, osteoporosis weakens bones without obvious symptoms until a fracture happens. The good news? There’s a lot you can do to support your bone health at every age:

✨ Move daily – weight-bearing exercises strengthen bones
🥦 Nourish yourself – calcium, vitamin D & magnesium are key
☀️ Soak up sunlight – natural vitamin D helps absorption
🧘‍♀️ Balance & posture work – reduces fall risk

Looking after your bones today is an investment in your independence, strength, and vitality for the future. 💪

👉 Have you checked in on your bone health lately?

13/09/2025

Our brilliant Hollistic therapist Dee is taking some time off 🤷🏼‍♀️

Her last weekend for her bespoke treatments is the 20th of September! She still has some spaces 🤯so DM now for a 2 hour treatment that includes

♥️ whole body massage
♥️hot stones
♥️reflexology
♥️reiki

If next weekend does not work for you then Dee is back in early November 💪🏼🎉

10/09/2025