R&R Therapy

06/11/2025

Here in a nutshell, if you’re considering visiting for reflexology this article explains why it helps you and your wellbeing. Feel free to message for a chat if you’d like anymore information.

Reflexology isn’t just relaxing. Studies show it can lead to real, measurable changes in the body.

A review published in National Center for Biotechnology Information looked at what happens physiologically and biochemically when people receive reflexology. Here’s what they found 👇

✅ 1. Stress hormone levels can change
Several studies showed reductions in cortisol (the body’s main stress hormone) and salivary amylase after reflexology. Lower stress = better balance for many systems in the body.

❤️ 2. Heart rate and blood pressure may respond
People often experience a calming effect — including lower heart rate and blood pressure during or after a session. This reflects activation of the parasympathetic (“rest and digest”) system.

😊 3. Improved relaxation and emotional wellbeing
Participants consistently reported feeling calmer, more centered, and less anxious after reflexology. This isn’t just subjective — some studies observed measurable shifts in physiological markers of stress.

⚠️ Important note:
These changes don’t mean reflexology treats or cures disease. But they do show that what happens during a session is more than surface-level pampering. It can support the body’s natural stress regulation pathways.

A relaxed body has more capacity to heal, regulate, and restore balance. Reflexology supports the body’s natural balance by encouraging deep relaxation and reducing stress. Small shifts inside can make a big difference in how you feel on the outside.



Source: McCullough, J. E., Liddle, S. D., Sinclair, M., Close, C., & Hughes, C. M. (2014). The Physiological and Biochemical Outcomes Associated with a Reflexology Intervention. National Center for Biotechnology Information

05/11/2025

It’s time for quiet, it’s time to breathe, it’s time for peace.
Now don’t for a minute think I say that 😀 a client does, othertimes the chatter just quietly ends..

I’m happy to chat, I’m happy when there’s silence, even when there’s gentle snoring, and yes, at times there is.🤗
I’m at my happiest when a client gets the very best from their visit.

This could be your time too.

There aren’t many appointments left before the end of 2025, so if you can’t squeeze in an hour for yourself just yet then my diary is open for 2026, visit

https://www.randrholistictherapy.co.uk/book-online

🥰

01/11/2025

As October closes, Menopause Month may end—but the lived experience doesn’t. For many women, the struggle is silent, persistent, and deeply personal. Did you know 1 in 12 leave work because their symptoms make it impossible to function as they once did? Shocking hey?!

This is not a phase of life for surface-level care & wellness. It’s a time to nurture. To cherish. To feel worthy—because you are. To soothe, to pause and listen to what your body is saying.

Because when a moment of nurturing reminds you that you are cherished and worthy, a gentle pause becomes the whisper that truly soothes your mind, body & soul.

Menopause reflexology is one of my most popular therapies, aiding sleep, easing stress leading to feelings of improved wellbeing, let me know if I can help 💚💜

01/11/2025

A time to quieten, embrace the comfort of home, even the cosiness of my therapy space 🤗, to slow your mind and body in whichever way suits you, it’s time to let yourself soften in the slowing of the seasons.

29/10/2025

This is great news, however i think smaller companies need this too. I do understand the implications financially but surely to keep a great workforce is more important, did you know 1 in 12 women walk away from their employment because of menopausal struggles and don’t have the support they need. When a valued member of staff leaves there’s financial implications anyway.

As part of the Government’s Employment Rights Bill roadmap, a new Menopause Action Plan will be introduced to strengthen workplace support.

Under the proposals, larger businesses (those with 250+ employees) will be expected to publish an Equality Action Plan outlining how they support employees experiencing menopause. This will be voluntary from April 2026, before becoming a mandatory requirement in 2027.

Employers...how we can help you get ahead with your Menopause Action Plan, before it becomes mandatory in 2027

From April 2026 large employers should voluntarily publish an Equality (or Menopause) Action Plan; by 2027 this becomes mandatory. The plan must cover menopause support (alongside gender pay gap action).

To help with that we can now offer companies and organisations, large or small, the opportunity to subscribe to the Digital Version of Menopause Matters and enable their employees/members access to the online magazine.

Email us for further information and pricing -

info@menopausematters.co.uk

How We Can Help Business and Organisations..Online or Face-to-Face

Dr Heather Currie MBE and Ruth Devlin offer online or in-person educational sessions across all sectors including large and small and community groups and employers.

please email us for more information email address above 😊

18/10/2025

Does this resonate with you?

🤦‍♀️I get frustrated when the kids don’t listen, in a way I wouldn’t normally

🙄I don’t have the patience at work that I used to?

😣Even my husband breathing irritates me (yes, that’s in the has been said before)

🥲My reactions are over the top nowadays

😩Anxiety is creeping in over the silliest of things

😠The anger is so frightening because that’s just not me

Who am I becoming?

Yes, perimenopause can create so many feelings, emotions and symptoms but
believe me you can and will feel normal again. Your confidence will return, you aren’t going mad, your patience will be restored, this will pass, it may take time but it will pass.

Most of our adult lives we can and do hold it together, but this is a turbulent phase, think back to puberty and the tears, rages, low self esteem, lack of confidence now it’s in reverse and this really is the time to nurture yourself.

Whether you choose menopause reflexology (read my blog, link is in my stories or the link is in the bio), reiki a holistic facial or something else, make a promise to yourself that you’ll spend 60 minutes (more if you can) purely on yourself!!! Because you are worthy of feeling calm, restored and relaxed.

Rachel 💜💚

18/10/2025

So, this morning I meant to share my blog in celebration of World Menopause Day but like so many of us do..it slipped my mind! 🤣

So here you go..better late than never 🥰

It’s been around five years since I became post-menopausal, and as I was moving through that stage of life, many of my clients were too. After a little lull, where my focus shifted to supporting busy mums in their late 30's and early 40's, I now find myself drawn back to working closely with women...

08/10/2025

How busy are you right now? Juggling, spinning plates, meeting yourself coming back? (that's a funny saying isn't it?)

When I first started R&R Therapy, I thought I had to be available 24/7. I didn’t dare say no — I was building something! Oh, and I also had a second job as a Nanny. My day started at 6:30 am, ended around 8 pm, and involved a 9-year-old, a 4-year-old. I had a home to run, and a family to care for (meals and moral support included 😄). It was a bit chaotic!

One day I said, “I need a break.” And the universe said, “Sure thing!” …by giving me a broken ankle. Plate, pins, and six weeks of being non-weight-bearing — I literally got my break! Be very careful what you wish for, choose your words very carefully..

But the magical part? I didn’t lose my business. In fact, I learned the world doesn’t implode if you take time off. So, my very top tip — schedule time for yourself like you would a dentist/doctors appointment, pop a date in your diary and guard it fiercely.

I even gave my “me time” an alias — Mrs Smith - reflexology. It looked totally legit when I flicked through my business diary, but it was actually a secret appointment just for me. I highly recommend it. 😉

What would you choose?
Who would you be? 😁

07/10/2025

Do you find yourself replaying conversations, worrying about things that haven’t happened yet? Do you create every scenario possible and try and create possible solutions before anything happens? You're not alone!

When your mind is overthinking, your body is often in a constant state of high alert — you carry tension in your muscles, your breathing is shallow, your sleep disturbed. That's not conducive to a positive day, week or month is it?

Reflexology helps guide the body back into balance, encouraging your nervous system to shift from being busy and overactive to being quiet and calm.

As your mind begins to quieten down you become aware of feelings and sensations within your body, your heart rate slows, your breathing deepens, your body begins to release tension, that mental overload eases - and you relax!

Sometimes, you don’t need to do everything or be everyone — you just need to allow your mind, body and soul to rest.

✨ Reflexology is more than relaxation — it’s a reset for body and mind.

05/10/2025

If something isn’t sitting right, you’re carrying a mix of emotions around that are creating some inner turmoil then have you considered reflexology, reiki or both?

Both therapies help your body to feel realigned, restored, so very calm, relaxed and rebalanced.

You may fall asleep
You may shed a tear
You may smile
You will feel it’s one of the best things you’ve done for yourself, drop me a message if you’d like to know more.

01/10/2025

The ‘ber’ months are loved by so many but not all.
Do you find the darker days hard, are you left feeling tired, drained and generally blurgh, would you like to change that?

Here’s some gentle ideas,to help you feel a little more nourished and cared for.

Tonight, decide what time you’d like to go to bed, and go 15 minutes earlier.
Snuggle down, feel the weight of your covers, the warmth and comfort and reflect on the day, what went well, what didn’t and know that you’ve done your best 🥰

Tomorrow begin your day with a quick blast of cold water (go on, be brave), either washing your face or in the shower. It helps the happy hormones surface

And at some point through your day write a short paragraph about what brings you joy, it can be anything from the wag of your dogs tail, the smell of coffee, not being stuck for too long in traffic - anything at all.

And as you climb into bed tomorrow night, see if you have felt any different in the last 24 hours..I’d love to know!

P.S. Did you know Mindful reflexology can leave you feeling brighter in your mood, get in touch if you’re curious to know more 🤗

23/09/2025

Once a client has visited I like to follow up with a quick message the following day to see how they've been, it gives an opportunity for them to ask any further questions and for me, as a therapist to learn too.

This lovely lady had a few things going on in life and although she didn't feel physically different the following day she had enjoyed our chat, and traditional reflexology. Sometimes as a therapist we may suggest something else that they can do for themselves i.e. seek out supplement advice or to try yoga, meditation that kind of thing, or alternatively a different therapy, in this case when she revisits she is going to have a reflexology treatment to help with stress, anxiety and depression, known as Mindful Reflexology, taking her out of her head and into her body. She's already looking forward to her next visit.

As a holistic therapist our daily aim is to help our clients feel the best they can be...where do you go to feel your best?