All Well Beings

09/02/2026

Why do I do what I do?

I was never one of those kids who had a strong idea of what I wanted to be - in fact while in school I don't think I ever thought that far ahead!

My mum often suggested "physiotherapist" as a career path for me - I didn't even know what that was!

But now here I am, having taken a less traditional pathway to working with the body to help resolve issues similar to those I would have been resolving had I followed my mum's advice.🤔

Having done a string of very different, unfulfilling roles I have found my Ikigai - that which fills me with joy & makes me feel at home🤗

These are the reasons I love my job:
🔥Passion - for helping others find peace in their own bodies again

👣Variety - perfect for a busy brain that easily gets bored! My job means I get to work with a variety of different people & dogs using a variety of therapeutic tools

🖌Creativity - no 2 people are the same, even if they have the same symptoms. Each session is creatively crafted to suit the body & nervous system that walks through the door for optimal outcomes

👐Hands that listen - I love working with my hands- but a bodyworkers' skills are not just about knowing the technique & applying it to the anatomy – we have highly sensitive hands that are able to feel & “listen” to what the tissues are saying. This is one of the most exciting parts of my job!

🧐Knowledge & learning - you never stop learning about the body! My therapeutic journey has lead me down educational paths & opened new avenues I never had considered before. (Watch out for some new services brewing that will be available later in the year! )

❓Problem solving - I love a challenge (within reason!) & running a small business in a competitive industry certainly keeps me on my toes!

Have you found your Ikigai?💚🩵🖤

04/02/2026

Just checking in....
We're a few days in to February- how are you feeling?

Are you getting plenty of rest?

Are you sleeping well?

Are you drinking plenty of water?

Are you making sure to keep moving to prevent stiffness?

Are you feeling good in your body or are there areas that are giving you grief?

To make it more accessible to access my services it's now possible to set up payment plans to help spread the cost of a course of treatments.

Get in touch.if cost has been putting you off booking in 💚🩵🖤

01/02/2026

Happy imbolc!🌿💚🩵🖤

The return of the light is here!
A time when winter transitions into Spring.

There will be more cold, there will be more rain, there may even be some snow.....

But rejoice in the knowing that under your feet nature is stirring, plants are preparing to grow & the mud takes on a new quality....

Somewhere between sticky treacle & squelchy ice, this month's mud presents walkers with new challenges!

Such as the forward motion of the upper limb, only to find the lower limb gets left behind as the foot is stuck in place!

Or the occasional slippy patch that takes you by surprise & embarrasses you by forcing you to do the splits!

February, that glorious month of sprains, strains & other mud inflicted injuries!

A promising time for handing yourself over to your local bodyworker to help ease your hard working ankles, knees & hips & restore some of the balance lost in navigating the treacherous paths in your corner of the world!💚🩵🖤

31/01/2026

1st offer of the year!

One for your loved one, a family member or friend who's companionship you value.

Or just for yourself! There's nothing wrong with treating yourself to a gift once in a while!

Online vouchers available until midnight 15th Feb.
For physical copies orders taken upto 12th Feb for local delivery only .

Use the QR code to order.

30/01/2026

Just a reminder of some of the services I offer here in Gloucestershire💚🩵🖤

27/01/2026

Where does the Bowen Technique come from ?

You may be surprised to know that Bowen Therapy has some very humble beginnings.

Hailing from 1950's Geelong, Australia, this hands on technique was developed by Tom Bowen - a working class factory worker with a talent for helping relieve his work mates' pains & tension during their lunch breaks.

His interest in anatomy & hands on "healing" lead him to begin a journey of self-education, developing the foundations of the technique that is now practiced across the globe.

By the 70's & 80's interest in his technique lead to a select few learning from Tom himself, developing & spreading this valuable bodywork practice that helps countless people recover from pain, some who may have exhausted all other options in their journey to recovery.

In the last 2 decades alone science has caught up! with ever expanding research into fascia, the nervous system, the physical effects of trauma & the body's innate ability to recover & heal itself from a range of issues.

These are exciting times! As we learn more about how our bodies function - both internally & externally - & the institutes of learning expand their range of studies & clinical research into the effectiveness of bodywork techniques in the rehabilitation of a range of conditions💚🩵🖤

23/01/2026

What they are saying about All Well Beings.....

A happy client who came for help with some TMJ (jaw) related issues💚🩵🖤

21/01/2026

***New clinic space***

So as well as offering my bodywork practice at The Wellness Barn in Newent, I am now offering the same service at the Reflection Rooms on Barton Street in Tewkesbury.

Reflection Rooms is a beautiful 16th century building lovingly converted into a relaxing, safe & nurturing space.

With a large, wheelchair accessible waiting area & ground floor room with mobile massage couch for hands on therapies.

Availability at this location is variable as the treatment room is shared with other practitioners, so get in touch if you would like to book your next appointment with me here.

Looking forward to expanding my offerings in other parts of the county!💚🩵🖤

19/01/2026

Blue Monday...
How are you feeling?

Here is some positive news for you to reflect on:

In 7 days time the sun will set at 16.47 then 7 days later it will set at 16.57
In 2 weeks time it will be Imbolc, which marks the start of Spring, the time for thinking what you will sow for the coming months of growth
In 60 days it will be Ostara, the Spring Equinox, when the days & nights are equal in length in perfect balance
In 3months & 12days we will reach Beltane, the start of summer, when what has been sown begins to gather strength & you can dust off your summer wardrobe in readiness for the sun!

But for now, it's just another Monday in January & you are allowed to continue resting, it's what your body is designed for during this last slumber phase in the cycle of seasons💚🩵🖤

***If you are struggling with your mental health please reach out within your community, your mental health team , your GP or to one of the many mental health organisations that are there for you***
https://www.mindschange.co.uk/list-of-organisations-for-mental-health/

19/01/2026

A mesmerising mindful moment watching raindrops making ripples in a pond.

Such tiny drops making impactful movements through & under the water, without creating waves that unbalance the whole pond.

Just like light touch bodywork techniques that create ripples through fascia, superficially & through to the deeper layers of the body, right down to each & every cell.

Sometimes the greatest impacts come from the smallest drops💚🩵🖤

18/01/2026

When the client creates a map of their pain while in the shower before their appointment😂

My clients get to know me quite well - they know they don't just come in, have some bodywork, then leave.

I ask questions - lots of questions!
I ask them how they feel
I ask them where they feel it
I ask them what it feels like
I ask them if the feeling increases or decreases with certain movements or activities
I ask them how that feeling makes them feel

I even ask them to walk up & down the room or corridor so i can observe where there may be restrictions.

How my clients are feeling is always a big part of the process.
For some it can be difficult to feel into their body, but with time & a sense of safety this can & does improve.

Give me a call, if you want to be similarly taken through my investigative process!
07756210977💚🩵🖤

09/11/2025

Sleep, an essential part of your self care routine!😴💚🩵🖤

However, for many Sleep doesn't come easy - anxiety, excessive rumination, physical pain, dysfunctional breathing patterns can all interfere with sleep quality💚🩵🖤

If this resonates with you, get in touch to find out how i can help you improve your sleep patterns 💪💚🩵🖤

While you sleep, your brain is quietly washing itself clean.

Every night, when you drift into deep sleep, your brain doesn’t just rest, it gets to work. Hidden inside is a newly discovered cleaning network called the glymphatic system, a kind of “night-shift janitor” for your mind.

While you sleep, this system flushes out toxins, dead cells, and waste proteins that build up during the day, including those linked to Alzheimer’s and other neurological diseases. It works through glial cells (the brain’s support cells) and acts like the body’s lymphatic system, circulating fluid to remove harmful debris and deliver vital nutrients such as glucose and amino acids.

Here’s the fascinating part: this cleansing process only happens while you’re asleep. When you’re awake, the system slows down almost completely. That means skipping sleep doesn’t just make you tired, it literally prevents your brain from taking out the trash.

Scientists now believe that good sleep might be one of the most powerful tools for preventing cognitive decline, boosting memory, and keeping your brain healthy for life.

So the next time you’re tempted to stay up late, remember, your brain needs its nightly rinse to stay sharp, creative, and clear.