Living Health

14/12/2021

What's the right amount of tension?

We all exist in states of tension that are constantly shifting and changing every second, from the engagement of the muscles when we walk, to the intensity of our thinking and the interaction between the mind and body.

We absolutely need to have some tension in our systems to get things done. Take walking as an example. If there was no tension in action, we would flop around like jellyfish. When we have the right amount, everything feels easy and smooth.

When we have more than enough, on the other hand, it can cause pain both physically and mentally. Our systems start to close down to help us not feel the stress. This enables us to function, and, at the same time, it dulls the good with the bad. The increased intensity of trying to get ready for the festive season can cause us to miss the small moments of joy.

We at Living health really want everyone to enjoy the positives that the Festive season brings. The appreciation of close relationships, the sentiment of good old movies and stories shared with our loved ones, the warmth of the fire and cosy blankets. All those positive heart felt experiences that boost us during the cold, dark and dreich days.

To really relax and let go of excess tension, let's bring our attention to those things that influence it. Let's take deep breaths. Let's stop and scan our body and acknowledge what's present. Let's move and go for a walk. Let's leave the things on our to-do list that can wait for later. Let's do something nice for ourselves and treat our body and mind with compassion.

Taking a few minutes at a time to stop, pick one of the the above and appreciate something within us or around us will go a long way.

⭐For more about us, our values and the range of treatments we offer in West Linton, visit www.living-health.org ⭐
Gift vouchers available. Get in touch to request yours.

Veronika & Mark x

06/12/2021

🌲OUR WEE CHRISTMAS OFFERING 🌲- With every 60min massage treatment gift card for a loved one, we gift you £10 towards your next appointment with us as a thank you for gifting a wellbeing experience!

Offer is valid until 15th December.

To request a gift voucher, message us or call/text 07528550190. Payments available by card or bank transfer, vouchers can be collected or posted/dropped off to you.

✔️Restorative / deep relaxation massage
✔️Deep tissue/sports massage
✔️Injury clinic & rehab
✔️Lymphatic drainage
✔️Pregnancy massage

We're right opposite the WL pharmacy, side entrance.

REMAINING AVAILABILITY FOR DECEMBER APPTS
If in need of a space to help you reset, no need to wait for January!
NOW BOOKED Wed 8th 2-3pm
NOW BOOKED Fri 10th 5pm / 5.30pm
Tues 14th 7.50pm
Fri 17th 3pm, 4.30pm, 6pm
Wed 22nd 1.30-6.30pm
NOW BOOKED Tues 28th 6pm
NOW BOOKED Wed 29th 3-5.30pm

Get in touch to book in :-)
www.living-health.org
07528 550 190

NOW BOOKED

04/12/2021

This morning you will find us at the West Linton market. Come and say hello :-)

02/12/2021

How do you make time for yourself?

We would love for you to share some strategies that work for you!

24/11/2021

⭐To celebrate our newly designed Gift Cards, we would love to share one with you in a small giveaway!
To take part, simply like our page and comment YES under this post. One lucky person will be able to enjoy a 60min massage of their choice! 🙏😃

We will choose a winner on 24th December!

Veronika & Mark
www.living-health.org

18/11/2021

👉OUR MIND IS MULTIPLE
Did you that there is no such thing as a singular human mind? And that our mind is actually multiple?

What it means that our natural internal make-up resembles very much to an internal family. Our parts that might hold various beliefs and energies about life, based on our life experience, as well a those of past generations and society at large. In their original state, these parts hold wisdom and gifts.

Sometimes, parts speak to us through physical pain or tension. By alerting us to pay attention, they might hold a story that need to be heard, witness and healed.

👉🤗WE ALL HAVE ACCESS TO COMPASSIONATE CURIOSITY
We also have access to a state within us that is naturally open hearted and curious. This is our innate healing source. It' is US, the compassionate witness, the unconditionally loving parent to our internal family or parts. From this state we can transform past trauma, physical pain and less useful behaviours or beliefs.

It reminds us that, deep down, we are all whole, and we are not broken. That there is hope, and that we all can access more of it.

👉🤓HOW CAN YOU START APPLYING THIS UNDERSTANDING RIGHT NOW?
When you feel tension or pain in your body, or when you become aware of a place in your body holding an emotion (e.g. anger, sadness, anxiety, etc...), ask yourself this:

⭐What if I approached this tension/pain/emotion from that compassionate, curious space?
⭐What if I could acknowledge it as it is right now, without trying to push it away?
⭐What if I could imagine it as a younger part of me, a little one inside? How would I feel towards it?
⭐What if I could ask it what it needs from me right now? And what if I could listen with my senses to its response, and give it to them? How would it respond after it receives it from me?

👉☀️Now, go ahead and turn these 'what if' questions into gentle, curious action. And notice the magic and intelligence of your system unfold. Let us know what you discovered.

🌿For more about our mission and the range of treatments we offer, visit www.living-health.org

with love,
Veronika & Mark🙏

16/11/2021

How we look at situations and events can really affect our mood and, in turn, how our body feels.

Something happens during those times when we rush around, feel overwhelmed or stressed, with a generous number of 'absolutely must do' things on our To-Do list. Our body responds. It can do that by shutting down digestion, nutrition absorption, affecting sleep quality and hormone release processes. Our muscles on the neck, shoulders and jaw tighten. Our nervous system goes into fight and flight mode.

And in turn, our energy impacts our perspective.
If we feel good, solutions appear with more ease, we find our way forward with more calmness and life no longer feels so overwhelming.

So what if there was a simple way to start this process of shifting perspective into a more resourceful state of being?

OUR TIP: Paced breathing

Let's create a little bit of space. One way to start making this space for ourselves and calm the nervous system is by becoming aware and changing our breath.

This simple, yet effective breathing technique can reduce stress levels, improve overall health, and help slowdown your heartbeat. Here's how to do it:

Inhale for a count of 2-4 and exhale for a count of 4-6. Find the combination that feels good to you, just make sure you exhale longer than you inhale. You can focus your attention gently on your lungs as they expand and contract. After a few breaths, notice your body softening.

You can try breathing both in and out through your nose and also breathing in through your nose and out through your mouth. Pick what feels more calming to you.

How did it feel for you to try this? Leave us a comment.
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For more information about us and the body-mind treatments we offer in West Linton, head to www.living-health.org or call/text 07528 550190. We would love to hear from you.

Veronika & Mark x

07/11/2021

Here at Living Health, we thought it was about time we shared more about what we do and why we do it. We are passionate about helping our clients to understand how the mind and body relationship affects their health, through the various treatments we offer.

Over the coming weeks, we will share more about what inspires us - so you can get to know us a little more. We will also be sharing practical tips, which we hope will help many of you to navigate this time of year.

We all want to have fun, spend time with family and have a joyful festive season. This is the time to give. Yet if we give too much, we run the risk of depleting our batteries. If our energy levels are low, then we can get overwhelmed by all the things that have to get done.

This quote reminds us of the importance of saying 'No.', before the body says it for us.

So make sure you look after yourself so you can enjoy the upcoming weeks. Rest, recharge and remember - it is ok to say 'no'. 🙂

Veronika & Mark
www.living-health.org

12/10/2021

We have had a few cancellations this week and have remaining availability to help you reset and get some breathing space so you can feel more balanced in yourself.

Blissful deep relaxation massage / Pregnancy massage / Deep tissue massage / Soft tissue injuries treatment / Lymphatic drainage / Postural realignment with Kinetic Chain Release / Chinese Medical Massage (Tui Na - based on Chinese medicine principles)

Get in touch if your body and mind needs a little self-care break.

We look forward to welcoming you!
Veronika & Mark
www.living-health.org

21/07/2021

Hello lovelies!
It's the summer holiday season and we have some appts available during the last July week, so get in touch if you'd like some self care time!

Appts in West Linton:

Tues 27th July 1pm, 3.30pm
Wed 6.15pm
Thurs 4.45pm

Please get in touch to book!
07528550190
Veronika x

25/06/2021

We invite you to watch this talk (around 40mins) by one of our role models, Dr Gabor Mate, who has strongly affected the Living Health philosophy. It will inspire you to think about how our emotions affect our physical health, and the fact that the mind and body are never to be separated.

Stress is ubiquitous these days — it plays a role in the workplace, in the home, and virtually everywhere that people interact. It can take a heavy toll unle...

21/06/2021

Two appointments available for tomorrow, tues 22nd june:

Blissful deep relaxation massage
Sports/remedial/deep tissue massage
Lymphatic drainage
Kinetic Chain Release
Pregnancy massage

Choose from 30, 45, 60 or 90mins treatments.

Get in touch to book.
Look forward to seeing you!
Veronika x