PlumEssence Therapies and Training

28/01/2026

So far, a week of all female clients.
Yesterday, it was bodywork clients.
Today, it's all hypnotherapy clients. 🙂

24/01/2026

All male clients today.
The online booking request, for one client, made me smile ...
"It's been a while :) Same issues as before, neck and shoulders need poking, prodding and sorting out"
I will do my best 😀😀

22/01/2026

When a client presents with hip pain, it's rarely easy to work on straight away. So many factors to consider.
Treated hip pain this morning, using a mix of aromatherapy, various massage techniques and The Dorn Method.
Not a relaxing treatment, but usually great immediate results.

17/01/2026

There has been quite a few enquiries about hypnotherapy this week. So, hopefully, some new clients booking in soon.
Today, though, was all about the ladies and aromatherapy massages. No specifics treated, just general stress relief, work-related aches, pains and tension and to help improve sleep. 🙂

06/01/2026

There was a time where I had been hunched over my tiny laptop for a couple of days, writing a course, and my back, neck, shoulders & wrists were really letting me know that it’s not been good for me. The next day, I certainly tried to stretch a little more. Here is some advice I took on board:
Let's set the record straight... Just as there are no good or bad exercises, there are no good or bad stretches; only what is appropriate for the specific requirements of the individual.
So, a stretch that is perfectly safe and beneficial for one person may not be safe or beneficial for someone else.
Remember, the stretch itself is neither good nor bad. It's the way the stretch is performed and whom it is performed on that makes stretching either effective and safe, or ineffective and harmful.
So, if the stretch itself is neither good nor bad, how do you decide which stretch is right for you?
Here's a 5-point check list you can use today to make sure every stretch you do is safe and beneficial for you...
1. Make a review of the muscle group to be stretched: Is there any damage to the muscles, joints, ligaments, tendons, etc.? Has the area been injured recently, or is it still recovering from an injury? If the area to be stretched is healthy, then...
2. Warm up prior to stretching: Warming up helps to increase muscle temperature and makes the muscles loose, supple and pliable. This is essential to ensure the maximum benefit is gained from your stretching.
3. Stretch gently and slowly (Avoid bouncing): Stretching slowly and gently helps to relax your muscles, which in turn makes stretching more pleasurable and beneficial.
4. Stretch ONLY to the point of tension: Many people believe that to get the most from their stretching they need to be in constant pain. This is one of the greatest mistakes you can make when stretching.
5. Breathe slowly and easily while stretching: This helps to relax your muscles, promotes blood flow and increases the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to your muscles.

05/01/2026

Been out for a beautiful walk just after lunch. Do you wrap up and get out in the snow?

05/01/2026

Small simple exercises, https://plumessencetherapies.co.uk/back-pain-awareness/

04/01/2026

Are you struggling for enthusiasm, inspiration and action? Let PlumEssence Mentoring establish why and help you with some small quick exercises to get you going.

Mentoring; a beneficial experience, sharing personal knowledge, professional skills and experience, promoting self-discovery to grow and develop.

03/01/2026

If you feel you say a negative ‘what if’ too often, or say ‘should’ too often, then please get in touch.
My empowerment coaching belief change sessions could very well help you.
These sessions are an NLP-based approach and can include meditation techniques, all of which are simple exercises for you to continue to use at home.

After delivering a workshop, entitled The Benefits of Meditation, I was partly disappointed the sun was shining. I knew I had gone into a meditative state.

03/01/2026

Happy new year!
After a couple of weeks break, I am back working with clients today.
An equal mix of male & female clients.
Aromatherapy massage is booked for the first client. After that, it could be massage, reiki, crystal therapy, colour therapy, or a mix of all 🙂
The same policy applies this year. No set menus, no differing pricing structures, and treatments combined to suit your needs.

01/01/2026

The mental health benefits of gardening: https://www.the-cma.org.uk/cultivating-mental-health-the-benefits-of-gardening/