There’s a particular tension that often arrives with the holidays, sometimes before the decorations even come out. Many people feel it in their bodies first: a tight chest, shallow breath, irritability, or a quiet sense of dread that’s hard to name. While Christmas is sold as a season of ease and connection, for many it’s [...]
A New World Order: 2026 2026 Astrology By Gil Dwyer Firstly to the lunar activity in January, The Cancer Full Moon occurs at 9:02 pm on the 3rd of January in the 14th degree symbolised as: A Very Old Man Facing a Vast Dark Space to the North East. This references fulfilment in transcending and [...]
A Journey Inward Simon’s Story as a Healer by Simon Murray Recently I met with my Qigong Master to work on our ongoing book project (watch this space!). Towards the end of the session, he casually stated that I was now a Master. No big celebration or ritual, just a “you are here” moment. My [...]
Outgrowing Old Belief Systems: Gemini Full Moon and Sagittarius New Moon December Astrology Blog by Gil Dwyer Venus moves into Sagittarius on the first day of the month, where affection is expressed freely, enthusiastically, generously and idealistically. Saturn and Mercury have both recently turned direct bringing a renewal of focus and enabling a reprogramming of [...]
How insulin resistance and oestrogen dominance can lead to fluid retention Many people notice they feel puffy, swollen, or “water-logged,” especially around their cycle. Two common contributors are insulin resistance and oestrogen dominance, and they often work together. Insulin resistance means the body isn’t responding to insulin as well as it should, so the pancreas [...]
The Bridge Between Heart and Expression Healing Through the Heart and Throat Chakras by Billie Atherstone Exploring the Fourth & Fifth Chakras — Anāhata & Viśuddha The chakras offer a profound roadmap for understanding the human experience — a map of energy, consciousness, and embodiment that guides us toward balance and wholeness. We can consciously [...]
40 Day Kriyas: The Ups and Ups by Pip Atherstone-Reid I'm on day 35 of my current Kundalini Yoga Kriya, committed to completing 40 days. Along the way, I've moved through waves of love and resistance—feeling everything from physical pain to bliss, and a surprising sense of calm and surrender that often lingers as I [...]
Naturopathy for Stress and Anxiety: A Holistic Approach to Wellbeing Stress and anxiety are on the rise in our fast-paced modern world, affecting not only our emotional wellbeing but also our physical health. While conventional treatments such as therapy or medication can be helpful, many people are seeking a gentle, holistic approach that nurtures the [...]
Igniting Your Inner Fire: Exploring the Solar Plexus (Manipura) Chakra by Billie Atherstone Sanskrit Name: Maṇipūra — meaning “lustrous gem”Element: FireColour: Yellow — the colour of vitality, radiance, and confidenceLocation: Solar plexus, above the navel and below the sternumGoverning areas: Digestive system, liver, pancreas, stomach, adrenals, and musclesDevelopmental stage: 2 to 4 years — developing autonomy, will, and the right to [...]
When Your Body Can't Switch Off: Understanding and Healing Chronic Stress with Chinese Medicine If you're reading this, chances are your body feels like it's stuck in overdrive. Maybe you're lying awake at 3am with your mind racing through tomorrow's to-do list or yesterday’s interactions. Maybe you're having those anxiety dreams where you can't find [...]