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13/01/2026

Overwhelm can occur when we are overcome by intense emotions or demands, making things seem too much to handle. This can lead to mental paralysis, exhaustion, anxiety or physical symptoms like headaches -often because you feel unable to cope.😔

It’s a signal that stress levels are too high: like a cup overflowing, and requires managing by reducing demands, prioritising self-care (saying “no,” resting), getting thoughts out (writing), and seeking help if it’s too much to handle alone. 😴📖🗣️

Here are some initial steps we can take to help:

👃🏻Breathe: Practice deep, slow breaths to calm your nervous system.

🧘🏻‍♀️Ground Yourself: Focus on the present moment with mindfulness or grounding techniques.

🙏🏼Accept the Feeling: Acknowledge the overwhelm as a temporary state, not a permanent one.

☝🏻Do One Small Thing: Break down overwhelming problems into tiny, manageable steps. 🫶🏼

08/01/2026

Rest doesn’t need to be EARNED.🫶🏼

This is such an important message and one that is often difficult for us to accept and act upon.

Rest is crucial for physical and mental well-being; allowing the body and mind to repair, recharge and function optimally by reducing stress, improving mood, boosting immunity, productivity and focus and preventing burnout.

It’s not just sleep but also includes short breaks, relaxation and activities that help process emotions and restore energy.😌

30/12/2025

👋🏼If 2025 has been a bit of a wonky year, in a few hours you can officially let go of it, and wave bye-bye!
A new chapter awaits…✨🫶🏼

24/12/2025

As I reflect on 2025, I am full of gratitude and would like to thank you so much for your continued support.🫶🏼

May this festive season offer you moments of stillness, nourishment and joy, and may the New Year bring renewed energy, harmony and wellbeing.☺️

-Merry Christmas!🎄

19/12/2025

Information overload (or “infobesity”) occurs when the amount of available information exceeds our ability to process it, leading to confusion, stress, poor decisions and reduced productivity. Though identified in the 1970s, it has intensified with constant digital communication and multitasking. And it can be further exacerbated at this time of year!🎄

What It Is?
   •   An excess of complex and competing information that overwhelms cognitive capacity
   •   Strains attention and decision-making, causing mental fatigue and inaction

Common Causes
   •   Constant digital notifications, emails and social media
   •   High volumes of information from work, news and daily life

Negative Impacts
   •   Weaker decision-making and “decision fatigue”
   •   Increased stress, anxiety and overwhelm
   •   Reduced focus and productivity

How to Manage It

🔕Create Gentle Boundaries: Reduce notifications, limit screen time and protect quiet moments in your day.

🫖Slow the Body First: Make a cup of tea, take a few deep breaths, stretch, or pause before responding to information.

🌳Reconnect Offline: Go for a walk, spend time in nature, read a book, or enjoy unstructured time without inputs.

💆🏻‍♀️Nourish & Restore: Get adequate sleep, eat regular meals, stay hydrated and consider restorative practices like massage or warm baths.

🗑️Clarify What Matters: Focus on essential information, ask “What action is actually needed?” and let go of the rest.

🧘🏻‍♀️Ground Through Presence: Meditate, journal, talk with a friend, or engage in meaningful hands-on activities.🫶🏼

17/12/2025

👟Gorgeous pink sky on this morning’s walk.☺️

16/12/2025

🧐Inflammation vs. Swelling: What’s the difference?

Inflammation and swelling are often used interchangeably, but they are not the same.
While they frequently occur together, understanding the difference can help guide more effective treatment and recovery.

• Inflammation is your body’s immune response to injury, infection, or irritation
• Swelling (oedema) is caused by fluid buildup in tissues.

Inflammation can cause swelling, but swelling can occur without inflammation.

Ongoing inflammation or swelling may signal an underlying medical condition.

What Is Swelling?

Swelling, or oedema, occurs when excess fluid accumulates in tissues, causing puffiness, tightness, or heaviness. It’s a mechanical process rather than an immune response. Common causes include poor circulation, prolonged sitting or standing, injury, pregnancy, high salt intake, certain medications, and heart, kidney, or liver disease. Swollen areas may appear shiny and may “pit” when pressed.

What Is Inflammation?

Inflammation is the body’s protective response to harm. It involves increased blood flow and immune activity to fight infection and promote healing. Typical signs include redness, warmth, pain, swelling, and reduced function. Inflammation can be triggered by injuries, infections, autoimmune diseases, or allergies.

Key Differences

The main difference lies in cause and purpose. Inflammation is an immune-driven healing response, while swelling is fluid accumulation that may or may not involve inflammation. Because of this, treatments differ: inflammatory conditions respond to anti-inflammatory therapies, while non-inflammatory swelling often improves with elevation, compression, massage and improved circulation.

10/12/2025

👟🌙Moon gazing this morning, on my Wednesday walk!☺️

09/12/2025

💆🏻‍♀️…and decompress with a relaxing Indian head massage.

This ancient massage practice is performed seated, is deeply relaxing and offers a multitude of benefits☺️

* Helps prevent headaches and migraines, by releasing built-up tension in the head and neck area and relieving muscle stiffness.

* Relieves stress and symptoms of depression and anxiety through relaxation and quietening the mind.

* Promotes hair growth by increasing oxygen in the hair follicles which stimulates growth and health.

* Promotes better sleep.

* Soothes the sinuses.

* Refreshes tired eyes.

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