Why Am I Fatigued? by Nadia Woods Fatigue can present physically or psychologically. In physical fatigue you will notice an inability to preform normal daily tasks such as carrying groceries, or climbing stairs. In physiological fatigue you will find difficulty in concentrating or low motivation and depressive mood. Some symptoms caused by fatigue are: headache, […]
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Invaluable Minerals I am sure we are all familiar with the notion that foods affect mood, energy, and cognition. Often undervalued, magnesium is a mineral which is becoming increasingly required thorough diet. Did you know your body can rapidly use it’s supply of magnesium in times of stress? That poses the question, ‘how much is […]
What is Lapis? Lapis lazuli is not a single mineral, but rather an opaque rock consisting of varying amounts of royal blue lazurite and white calcite, with minute amounts of silver pyrite. It belongs to the silicate group of minerals and forms according to the cubic crystal system. It has a hardness of 5.5 on […]
In our environment and increasingly in today’s society, we are burdened by toxins and chemicals. Many of these toxins specifically disrupt the endocrine (hormonal) system of the body. For women this is evident in hormonal imbalances, particularly oestrogen excess and increased PMS symptoms. Over time these toxins continue to build up in our bodies, and […]
Do you, or do any of your loved ones, suffer from any of the following? These conditions may appear because of, or be exacerbated by, chemical toxicity in our bodies: Poor sleep Waking unrefreshed Low energy / vitality Poor immune system Migraine Period Pain Allergies Skin rashes Bloating Asthma Learning difficulties Poor / occluded teeth […]
Change is the only constant in life yet for many people, it is also one of the most significant contributors to stress. To make conscious change is to take new steps activated by our unlimited human potential, free from the distortions that arise when decisions are made from fear and stress. So it makes sense […]
Primary dysmenorrhea is uterine cramping related to normal menstruation and is common. For some the cramping can be so bad that pain relief is required. Herbal medicines are proven to be equally as effective as pharmaceutical medicines in managing dysmenorrhea. What can I try at home? For gentle relief there are some home remedies which […]
People have many reasons for choosing a career as a psychotherapist or counsellor. One important reason maybe the desire to come to terms with one’s own conflicts. Another reason may be the desire to help others. Whatever the initial motivation, the decision to train as a psychotherapist or counsellor can be the beginning of a […]
I would like to follow on from my previous article, “Hidden Toxins in the Home”, with a further short pieceoutlining the effect of physical toxins on our spirituality. I would like to point out that I am not obsessed with the ridding ourselves of toxins, certainly not to the detriment of all other beneficial pursuits, […]