Natalie Rossiter Wellbeing

02/03/2026

The Spring Equinox approaches 🌱🌸
The air softens, the sun peeks out behind a cloud like a tentative foot sticking out the duvet and the branches are studded with lime green buds.
Humans are part of nature too, and these seasonal shifts take place in us, too.
Perhaps you feel a little increase in energy, or you crave different foods or types of movement.
Shaking off winter should be gradual, like a long, luxurious morning stretch.

You can welcome the season at my Spring Equinox mini retreat:
Sunday 22nd March at
10am - 3pm

Includes:
🌱 Meditation
🌸 Seasonal journaling
🌱 Qigong (gentle mindful movement)
🌸 Nature walk
🌱 Delicious plant based lunch
🌸 Make your own vision board
🌱 Tea/coffee & homemade cake

Tickets £75 via Eventbrite - comment Spring for the link or find it via the mindful events page on my website (link in bio).

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24/02/2026

Gandalf vs Mel Robbins

Gandalf vs Mel Robbins

24/02/2026

That first moment you truly feel the Spring arriving is like a sob of relief escaping from a tight throat; an almost undignified release of gratitude and delight. Hope blooms in your chest as a blue sky makes possible what, under yesterday's cloud, felt doomed. A row of daffodils innocently bob in the breeze, cheerful and easy as if the slog of winter was just a bad dream.

But this is fool's spring; only the naïve or forgetful will be completely charmed.

The rain and cold will return, as will the sun, in time. This blessed winter reprieve serves to remind us: this too shall pass. Do not be too complacent, nor fearful. Enjoy the sun. It will pass. Do not despair of the rain. It will pass. Don't wish any of it away because it's all your one, wild and precious life.

23/02/2026

My word for 2026 is boring.
That's literally the word: boring.

I wrote a Substack about it (shared to stories today) back in January, so I thought it was time to check in with how I've been doing so far.

Quite frankly the cost of living and the endless rain have helped!!

Have you done anything boring lately? Got any boring suggestions for me? Let me know in the comments x

19/02/2026

For the last few months I've been doing some Qigong training with the lovely on
I've been practicing for several years, thanks to a weekend workshop with John from that introduced me to this wonderful world of energy movement. Since then I've practiced at home using YouTube videos (shout-out to .gray !). I've had some wonderful in person & online qigong classes with and .studio.chester too.

As I became more familiar with the practice I started to read up on it and integrate it into my workshops and retreats. Occasionally I'll teach a bit to counselling clients who are looking for ways to connect mind and body.

Following a desire to practice with others outside, last year I started teaching some simple morning sessions in my local park. I had no idea if anyone would join me but we ended up practicing from March to November and I loved it! I'm bring the sessions back next month (more on this later).

It's funny how things come full circle. When I was a kid I was weirdly obsessed with the yin yang symbol (that Mimi is holding in the photo). I had it on pencil cases, t-shirts and necklaces. I think it must have been a bit of a thing in the 90s. But it wasn't just a cool looking symbol, I knew what it meant and I was fascinated by it. My interest in philosophy and spirituality started there.

Now I'm back to studying the Tao, through the practice of qigong. It's also very relevant to my forest bathing practice. It's all connected.

"Qigong is a way to connect to ourselves and the rest of nature. We are nature" Mimi says at the start of the course. A familiar, soft landing for me; already I am home ☯️💚

18/02/2026

Sun comes out --> literally everyone in the UK: "gosh, it really makes a difference doesn't it!" 😎

Yes, biologically, emotionally, spiritually....for a lot of us, the sunshine - or lack of it - really impacts how we feel. Wetter winters are a result of climate change, so this is something we need to be aware of and adapt to.

Some February remedies, if you need them:
🌱 Looks for early signs of spring e.g. crocus flowers in your local park, buds on trees, birdsong
🥞 Pancakes! Don't feel the need to limit them to just one day.
🌸 This is a good time of year for planning. Make you buy seeds for your garden or get some dates in the diary of fun things to look forward to.
🧶 It's still winter, so embrace the last few weeks of cosy season with some relaxing or creative activities at home when the weather is wet/cold
🌤️ Take any opportunity to get outside when the sun does come out. Even grey skies provide daylight and being outside in the morning is vital for good circadian rhythm

What would you add to this list?

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16/02/2026

Get outside, immerse yourself in nature and indulge in some playful creativity with like-minded folk.

16/02/2026

https://natalierossiter.substack.com/p/do-you-really-need-to-love-yourself

I meant to finish writing this on Saturday morning but the sun was shining so I went out for a big walk instead...so here it is, better late than never.

Clients often ask me if they need to love themselves "properly" before they can love someone else. There's a short and a long answer, the latter considering attachment, interdependence and the link between love and fear.

A therapist's answer.

14/02/2026

Happy valentine's day to everyone except the b*stards in the Epstein files & far right fascists . Lots of love to everyone else from me and these gorgeous snowdrops.

12/02/2026

🇬🇷 Retreat food 🇬🇷

Food is such an important part of our retreats. It's mostly served 'family style' so you can help yourself to as much or as little as you like. We follow the principles of being veg focused, with some fish for those who eat it. And of course, you can order whatever you like when we eat out. There are little to no ultra processed foods (the oregano lays are my exception!!) and everything is made fresh on site by

We serve Greek and Mediterranean food, which is seasonal, healthy and delicious!

There are also opportunities to eat at local tavernas; maybe you'll have a frappe on the beach, eat spanakopita on the boat or have a gyros at . I will take you to the best ice-cream shop on the island I recommend the baklava flavour 😋

After yoga will let you pick some fresh fruit from the garden to have with breakfast - last year the figs were divine!

So if you're ready to look forward to great food, excellent coffee & memorable gelato then email natalierossiterwellbeing@gmail.com

**Early bird rate ends on Sunday!!**

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10/02/2026

A weekend of 'medicine', part two: a solo adventure

Sunday's prescription was for:

🌴 Nature - I *love* botanic gardens, especially tropical glasshouses & was an absolute delight. I loved the geranium collection and the snowdrops too.

🥐 Gourmet treats - The cafe are the gardens was literally called Medicine and had a mouthwatering array of pastries. I had a raspberry danish and blueberry iced matcha.

👣 Walking - I must have walked miles! You see so much more of a city on foot.

📸 Mindful photography - noticing the details, enjoying being a tourist and capturing memories.

🫂 Connection - I heard singing near the town hall and went to investigate. It was a group of Iranian people gathering to share stories of their people and their fight for freedom. I know a few Iranian people and have been following the news, or lack of it, due to the communications blackout. A young man came to speak with me and when one of the songs brought a tear to my eye he offered a hug. It was a reminder that humans have the capacity for love and tenderness even in the face of violence & oppression.

✍🏻 Journaling - time to process my thoughts through reflection and writing.

🎧 Listening to an audiobook on the train home.

All of these things felt like medicine for me, because they're what I needed and what I enjoy. My own wellbeing is so important as a therapist; filling my own cup in this way means I bring energy, integrity, inspiration and compassion into my client's sessions.

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09/02/2026

A weekend of 'medicine', part one: Therapist's Birmingham book crawl! 📚🍹
Saturday's prescription was for:

📚 Being surrounded by literature -

🥰 Social connection - being a therapist can be isolating at times so you've gotta make the effort to communicate & meet up with others. I'm grateful to and for a day of good convo, laughs and support

🍛🍹 Tasty treats - hummus served in a trowel (thanks ), Indian food & a hidden gin bar were all delightful!

🛏️ Afternoon nap

🏨 A night away from home. Sometimes a change of scene and a break from domestic duties is essential. I stayed at the cheap and cheerful Holiday Inn express which was comfy, surprisingly spacious and in a great location.

Stay tuned for part two to see what Sunday's wellbeing 'medicine' entailed!

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