Relax… It’s One Simple Word

Finding Our Balance

This time of the year is about staying warm, eating nourishing restorative hearty warming food to nourish and raise our qi and Kidneys (and for me, wishing for snow, however, not happening here in Tascott on the Central Coast of Sydney!).   

It is about dancing around mesmerising flames of fire pits, or enjoying the warmth and dancing flames whilst rugged up, playing a ukelele, and singing. 

If this is not for you, it maybe more preferable to be snug and cosy inside!

Whilst on the other side of the world at the moment, from where I am originally from, it is about eating cooling foods and staying hydrated during the warmer weather.

We all need a good tonic of connection, amongst like-minded people who we can be ourselves with, wherever we are, Winter or Summer, if we’re drinking Gluhwein or water!

Hydration can, sometimes, be overlooked during Winter, as we may be too cold to drink water.  We may then wonder why our skin is drying out, our limbs and joints are not working how we wish them to. 

Could it be as simple as… if we are cold, we have warming foods and warm water.  If we are hot, we have cooling foods and room temperature water?

What if we are tired or our body shows signs of discomfort, do we rest more?  And if we are over-energised or seizing up, do we exercise more?

It is all about finding our balance, and allowing our bodies to return to alignment.  OK, and how do we do this?

Does one remedy fit all?

We are all individuals, with different genetics, experiences, expectations, constitutions, levels of managing stress, energy, resilience, nutrition, etc.

So how can there be just one remedy that suits everyone?

How is it possible to separate a mind from a body? 

The Central Nervous System entwines everything together, muscles support bones, bones supply muscles, digestive systems feeds and clears brains etc. 

Is it possible for one thing to work effectively on it’s own? 

How can we do everything well ourselves, when we don’t practise it all the time every day?

Does it make sense to make things easier and have a team of friends, family, Practitioners, mechanics, electricians, teachers, producers, etc?

Who thrives when they are alone?

Would it be beneficial to have a Holistic approach in life? 

Do you have a supported community where you are? 

Does it help our mental wellbeing, to know, and make time to be with, a caring bunch of likeminded supportive people whom we can be ourselves with?

When we allow everything and everyone to work as a team, together, surely it helps to take some of the pressure off, to not have to be alone?

So many questions!!

I love being a part of Holistic Therapies, because we are able to view a person as a whole.

We observe and work with the physical body, skin tone and signs, overall appearance, body posture, tongue and pulse indications, biochemical needs, emotional needs, electromagnetic effects, and, remembering that our spirit is a massive part of us too that may get dismissed by others.

We find something that can suit individual personalities and needs.

How often do you do relaxation?  Does it make pain ease, smiling easier, smoother movement, clearer thinking, and more effective digesting and detoxing? 

Our new Keep Calm Group has definitely succeeding in producing some of the above qualities, according to those who starred in these last Saturday of the month’s events…

Keep Calm, Create and Connect with Kinesiology groups

A huge thank you to those of you who joined me in the Keep Calm, Create and Connect with Kinesiology groups.  They were indeed very cherished gatherings.

Some experienced group Kinesiology for the first time, where we selected a focus card, and Young Living Essential Oil to infuse comforting aroma for the duration of the groups.

There was plenty of space for paying attention to and acknowledging our body’s needs, and using all senses whilst relaxing sounds were played with. 

The Tibetan bowl and symbols featured in the first group.  They also made an appearance whilst crafting in the second group producing some interesting body responses.  Then came one the majestic meridian tuning forks in the finale relaxation.

We explored various grounding techniques, lots of intention focusing, and precious expression through some amazingly beautiful heart felt creations.

Intuition was honoured, explored, discussed and played with. 

Root ginger and Rosemary were the stars of our first herbal tea ceremony in the May group.  Sage appeared popular for June’s gathering, along with fresh lemon and ginger, and not forgetting the tasty liquorice root.  Each providing us with interesting insights inside and out.

Experiences, creations and their meanings were nurtured and shared by some group members, which was very special to be a part of.

Coloured Italian Glass Rods were chosen by some group members, and placed in the center of the group, to soak up the morning’s intentions and vibes.  These were then lovingly hand sculpted into unique bead babies within the fiery flame of life, and chosen to be worn as personalised earrings. 

This service is offered each month to our group members, as an optional extra. 

It can be treasured as a keep’s sake, or called upon as an assistant to feel the return of calm and centering qualities, gained from the group.  The small cost varies around $10-$30 for your cherished creation/s.  These babies can be either a keep sake, or an opportunity to gift yourself or someone special, a tailor made, one of kind Italian glass jewellery that is infused with individual characteristics to be cherished.

Our group members gained some useful insights, and wonderful unique heart-warming creations. 

Some descriptive words from the first group’s experiences were Soothing, Calming, and Loving.

Some of Saturday’s more recent group awarenesses were shared as… “Replenished”, “pain free”, “well balanced”, “lighter”, “happy”, “grateful”, “peaceful”, “owning resilience”, “clarity” and “knowing what area I need to work on next”.

I very much look forward to sharing some more nourishing time, and insightful experiences, at our next gathering on the last Saturday of the month, 26 July 10.30am-12pm.  

Save your seat now to Keep Calm, Create and Connect with Kinesiology, by simply following this link… before they all go (maximum of 7 for comfort and optimus crafting and relaxing!).

We would love for you to join us for some much needed restorative peaceful opportunities 😊

And who doesn’t love a story? I invite you to sit down, get cosy and experience some more relaxation with this calming storytime gift for all ages…

Storytime for Calming Nervous Systems…

“One Simple Word”…

“I can’t stand it” Horace breathed out.

“What?” Huffed Heggarty.

“This tension” he squeezed out through pursed lips.

“So, let it go” She simply said.

“And how do I do that?” he demanded.

“The right way” Heggarty declared.

“Which is?” came the almost whistly reply.

“Calm down, and love yourself of course” came the matter of fact, know it all response.

An eery silence ensued, as his blue fur began to turn a bright shade of red.  A giant lump began to form in his throat.

Heggarty reached out to pat his fur, and a slight sizzle made her quickly retreat it, “Sausage!” She swore.

“Breathe.” She demanded, trying her best to help, as her own frustration grew.

This did the opposite effect, as steam began to bellow out of his ears. 

She took a step backwards.

“Calm yourself, you’re going to blow!” she hissed, noticing his size expanding.

Panic began to take over as he started to bounce around the room, crushing everything he landed on. 

This was getting out of hand, fretted Heggarty, as she repeatedly scanned her mind, seeking something that was useful to help. 

Horace’s bouncing sped up, leaving a blur of red fur and steam in his wake, with his petrified eyes being visible every now and again.

As Heggarty watched, her eyes moving in all directions.

She then physically shuddered, almost like a dog shakes off a shock or discomfort.

This brought her back to herself.  Knowing she had to do something quickly, she sent up a silent plea for help to the Bogglets.

She felt it immediately.  A warming light sensation spread across her shoulders relaxing them.

“That’s it!” she realised.

Heggarty’s instincts took over…

“Relax…” she soothed, “I am here for you”.

She held her arms out and upwards, towards him, while focusing on the warming sensation.  It gently spread through her heart and her whole body.

Concentrating with all of her senses, she surrendered to her inner guidance.

She noticed the angry frustrated pain in her heart disappear, as she allowed the warmth to blanket and comfort her.

With her eyes closed briefly, she breathed into the warmth in her body and heart, sinking into herself with her outbreath.

When she opened her eyes, Horace was gently floating down in front of her and his fur was slowly changing from red to blue. 

His eyes were soft as they focused directly on her holding his attention.

“Relax” Haggerty repeated.

“Relax”.

Horace gently landed on the ground, his fur, mostly blue now, cushioning him.

“Relax” she soothed.

He could feel her warmth, see her glow with his own eyes, as his shoulders relaxed more and more. 

He could sense she truly was there for him.

“Relax.”  The tone of her voice was like slow melting butter. 

Heggarty was relaxation herself.  She was the warmth.  She was the love.  She herself was a calm space. 

Gone was the frustration, the need to know it all, to have all the answers.

Together, they rode the waves of emotions in their little inner boats of peace and comfort.

Together they journeyed into the unknown, being connected to their inner knowing, guiding and reassuring them.

Wishing you and your family calm and enjoyment, and to be there for yourselves and each other.

Here’s hoping we can all “Relax” to feel physical comfort, whilst navigating any emotional storms.

Calming Opportunities Are Now Here…

We have a few calming options to help empty out any building emotions, physical tension, or overwhelm before they become uncontrollable!

When is the next KEEP CALM, CREATE AND CONNECT with Kinesiology groups? 

The next one is on Saturday 26^th July 2025 at 10.30am-12pm.  Book in now to ensure you receive your time for clarity, calm and nourishment.

In person or Online insightful Kinesiology/Integrated Therapy sessions…

Open the door to receiving necessary help for understanding how to soothe ourselves and our families, and explore ways to let go of tension and discomfort.  What a lovely way to tap into intuition, find answers and gain clarity from confusion.  Reduce overwhelm by getting rid of and emptying out, towards feeling clean and refreshed again.

Begin the process and explore what is possible…

Downloadable Guided Relaxations…

Opportunities in your pocket, to find solace and the RIGHT ANSWERS from within, whenever and whenever needed, on the go or in the comfort of your home. This way to explore the comforting insightful adventures.

Bead Babies

Custom order or adopt your own bead baby now, towards feeling uplifted, a sense of comfort, and heartfelt joy.  Custom order a bead baby to assist a loved one feel cherished, unique and special.  No-one in the world will have an exact replica like yours.

Optimising Energy Group coming soon…

It would be wonderful to hear your thoughts and what would work for you. Send an email to show your interest and what day and time may suit you and your needs better, get in quick whilst its in its creating and incubation stage.

I hope you enjoy reading this as much as I have enjoyed throughout its creation.

It is my wish to create something that assists you and your family in some way.  As always, thank you for reading all of my offerings.

Whatever you feel you are drawn to, I look forward to seeing and supporting you in some way soon.

I wish you all a sense of calm, connection, and joy,

Mandy xo.