The Quiet Wisdom of a Christmas Tree
Each December, as I set up our Christmas tree, I am struck not by its imperfections but by its quiet presence. It carries the marks of time—slight wear, softened branches—and with them, a kind of earned wisdom. This tree has become more than a decoration; it is a companion to memory and a prompt for reflection.
Practising Autogenic Training and Mindfulness as your life depends on it, AND it does
Autogenic Training is a powerful tool you can learn to reset your nervous system and balance the act of equilibrium. What is the nervous system, and why does it often steal the spotlight when we talk about the transformative power of Meditation, Yoga, Progressive Muscle Training or Autogenic Training?
The Impact a Deeper Understanding of Awareness has on ADHD and Autism
Mindfulness is intentionally focusing on the present moment with openness and nonjudgmental awareness. It involves consciously attending to your thoughts, emotions, and surroundings without getting caught up in automatic reactions or distractions.
Strategies for ADHD
ADHD Some of you may know that I have two children with ADHD and sensory processing disorders, and my son is on the autism spectrum. In recent years, many of my clients have come to me struggling with similar disorders. I would like to highlight some of the major challenges they face and share techniques […]
Education
How can Classical Autogenic Training positively influence Education? Classical Autogenic Training can be effectively utilised as a learning aid for children in primary school, teenagers, and young adults. Extensive research in this field, particularly involving students from Canada and Japan, has provided significant insights. **Children** Children as young as seven can begin practising autogenic training, […]
Why Glimmers and Glows Matter for Resilience
I recently read a blog where the author Deb Dana discussed using Glimmers and Glows to help shift the perspectives and habits towards a more productive approach for supporting daily challenges in neurodivergent individuals’ lives. Glimmers refer to small moments when our biology is in a place of connection or regulation, which cues our nervous […]
What is stress
Why is avoiding chronic stress detrimental to our health I focus on stress because most of my clients come to me with chronic physical issues and mental exhaustion caused by ongoing and prolonged stress factors. Stress is often viewed as an inevitably destructive force that can ultimately lead to physical or mental deterioration. However, the […]