Pathway2Wellbeing

14/02/2026

Responding with care, not criticism

When we notice we are tired, overwhelmed, or struggling, our first response is often self-criticism:

• I should be coping better.
• Others manage fine.
• I just need to push through.

But stress isn’t a personal failing, it’s often a signal.
Responding with care might look like:

• slowing the pace slightly
• setting a boundary
• choosing rest instead of pushing
• being kinder in how we talk to ourselves

Support doesn’t always come from doing more. Sometimes it comes from responding differently.

For example, this week has been especially busy for me. Did I get everything completed that I had planned? The simple answer is No. However there were still many positives, so I am choosing to focus on those and move the remaining tasks to another day.

What would a kinder response to yourself look like today?

05/02/2026

Listening earlier
Many of us are very good at getting through things.
We adapt, push on, and cope, often without realising how much energy that takes.

The challenge is that when we are always coping, we can miss the quieter signals that we need rest, support, or change.

Listening earlier doesn’t mean stopping everything.
It might mean:
• taking a proper break
• asking for help sooner
• adjusting expectations
• doing one thing a little more gently
Small responses, taken early, can make a big difference over time.

What would “listening a little earlier” look like for you this week?

28/01/2026

Before it becomes “too much”

We often wait until stress feels overwhelming before we pause and pay attention. But most of the time, the signs show up much earlier, quietly, and gradually.

A shorter fuse.
Feeling more tired than usual.
Finding it harder to concentrate.
Less patience for things that would not normally bother us.

None of these mean we are failing. They are often signals that something needs a little care or adjustment.

Wellbeing isn’t just about recovery after burnout. It’s about recognising the early signs and responding before things tip too far.

What’s one small sign your body or mind has been giving you recently, and what might help right now?

21/01/2026

Checking in, not checking off

After talking about “Are you on track?” and “one day at a time”, I’ve been thinking about how often we turn wellbeing into another thing to measure or get right especially when we are still so early in the year.

Sometimes the most supportive thing we can do is pause and notice how we actually are, without judgement.

Not every day will feel productive.
Not every plan will stay on track.
And that’s okay taking one day at a time.

Wellbeing isn’t about pushing harder. It’s about recognising when we need to slow down, respond with care, and give ourselves permission to recover.

What does your body or mind need a little more of today?

14/01/2026

Following on from “one day at a time”

Looking after your wellbeing doesn’t have to be complicated. After my last post, I found myself reflecting even more on the idea of taking things one day at a time.

So often we think wellbeing requires big changes, more time, or adding yet another thing to our already long to-do list. In reality, it’s usually the small, consistent actions that make the biggest difference.

Noticing when you are feeling stretched.
Pausing to breathe.
Responding with a little more kindness towards yourself.

At Pathway2Wellbeing, I am passionate about practical, realistic approaches to wellbeing, ones that help people recognise pressure early and respond in ways that genuinely support their wellbeing, rather than adding more to manage.

What is one small thing you could do today to support your own wellbeing?

07/01/2026

Are you on track?
This is my first post of the new year, and like many of you, I have a list of things I would like to achieve.

How are you doing so far? Are you still showing up for yourself?
I have decided to remind myself daily of one simple truth:

Yesterday has gone and can’t be changed, so there’s no need for me to dwell on it.

Tomorrow isn’t here yet.

All we truly have is today.
So my intention is to make today the best it can be, to be present for myself and for the people I meet along the way.
Taking one day at a time … what do you think?

30/09/2025

🌟 Something special is coming this October… 🌟
We’ve got exciting news for Early Years settings.
A special discount on our Functional Reflex Therapy (FRT) Early Years Practitioners one-day training 🤫 Want to hear more?

Join our free Zoom info session:
📅 Thursday 2nd October 2025
🕔 5:00pm
📍 Online via Zoom
✨ Find out about the training, discover how it supports children’s wellbeing and staff self-care too
👉 Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/TO-TwFUbRg6BwAvv5TC_1g
Don’t miss out — spaces for the info session are limited.

18/09/2025

🌟 We’re moving forward! 🌟
Last week we shared the exciting news that the very first limbic reflexology research paper has been published. Now, we’re turning our attention to the next study, which already has ethics approval (granted in October 2024)

Our team is ready and passionate—but we need funding to bring this research to life.

📺 Watch our new conversation with David Wayte here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jx8PRG8cfIo

💜 Want to help? Visit: https://limbicreflexologyresearch.com

Every bit of support makes a difference. Thank you for being part of this journey!

Limbic Reflexology Research CIC aims to establish Limbic Reflexology as a complementary therapy to improve the lives of those living with Fibromyalgia.

10/09/2025

Wonderful News

I’m so pleased to share that the research article based on my MRes project has been published in the European Journal of Integrative Medicine (EUJIM).

This journey began with my training in Limbic Reflexology back in 2016, followed by starting my MRes in 2018 and completing it in 2021.

The manuscript was first submitted to the EUJIM in July 2024, and after four rounds of revisions, reviewed by five experts, and feedback from several editors, it has finally been accepted.

The paper looks at the potential of Limbic Reflexology as a non-drug option for supporting people with fibromyalgia — and I’m delighted it has been recognised at this level.

You can read it here:

20/08/2025

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟
I’m delighted to share that I’ll be speaking at the upcoming Online Burnout Summit — a 3-day event running from 9th to 11th September.
Hosted by the inspiring Samantha-Jane (The Habits of Happiness Ltd) and Tara McDaid Sly, this free event will bring together experts to explore:
✅ Identify the signs of burnout early
✅ Discover practical strategies for managing burnout
✅ Explore how to maintain a balanced lifestyle post-burnout
I’ll be joining as one of the speakers, sharing insights on burnout, the limbic system, fibromyalgia, and supportive approaches like Limbic Reflexology.
✨ Registration is completely free (Click on link below)— and it’s your chance to connect, learn, and take positive steps towards wellbeing.

https://thehabitsofhappiness.co.uk/burnoutsummit2025-waitlist-554334?fbclid=IwY2xjawMSpIRleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETBwMFNYN0g1MHROY25EVTlQAR6xK5qr3zjQ5ZGonH7AeAP6P1_qsWe7mNvwuMusSCYEVPQdCYu-HiHIzk3JVQ_aem_Gs74hWMb6O_lNxxeEEFYUg

Join us for the Online Burnout Summit, a transformative three-day event where you'll discover how to identify, manage, and maintain a healthy life post-burnout.

26/06/2025

Good news everyone, the limbic reflexology research website is now live, why not take a look and let me know your thoughts

Limbic Reflexology Research CIC aims to establish Limbic Reflexology as a complementary therapy to improve the lives of those living with Fibromyalgia.

10/06/2025

Dear All, there are still spaces left on this course: