The Maris Practice

06/02/2026

Shorter daylight hours can influence:

- Serotonin (the “feel-good” neurotransmitter)
- Melatonin (which affects sleep)
- Blood sugar and cravings
- Energy metabolism

This is why many people naturally reach for warming, comforting foods. The good news? You can work with your body by choosing foods that steady your mood, enhance energy, and support immunity.

Read here for ideas on how to work with your body during these wet and cold months:

January often brings cold mornings, early sunsets, and a natural dip in motivation. What we often don’t realise is that winter can change the way our bodies function - from energy levels to mood, immunity, and digestion. The right winter-friendly foods can make a surprisingly big difference. Here....

30/01/2026

Workshop for parents of an anxious child looking at parent-led CBT on 8th Feb - link to our website in bio

21/01/2026

Day 5: Declutter one small area - Not the whole house - just a drawer, corner, or shelf.

Quick wins give an instant mental lift.

19/01/2026

Day 4: Create a winter comfort ritual - A specific January treat: a special tea, a cosy reading nook, an evening bath, or a favourite podcast.

16/01/2026

Day 3: Start a “good moments” list.

Nothing big — write down one small good thing each day. By the end of the month, you’ll have 31 bright spots.

14/01/2026

Day 2: Do one “tiny joyful walk” a day.

Not exercise — just movement. A loop around the block, a walk to the postbox, or a wander in nature if you can.

12/01/2026

10 days of 10 things to boost your happiness

Day 1 - Get morning daylight every day: Even 10 minutes helps regulate your body clock, boost mood, and reduce winter sluggishness.

05/01/2026

🌿 Welcome to the practice, Mandeep! 🌿

We’re so excited to welcome Mandeep Nandhra, Osteopath & Acupuncturist, to the team 💫

With over 25 years of clinical experience, Mandeep brings a wealth of knowledge and a truly compassionate, patient-centred approach to care. She has a special interest in fertility, pregnancy and postnatal care, supporting patients through every stage with gentle, tailored treatment.

Mandeep takes an integrated approach, combining Osteopathy and Acupuncture to address the root cause of pain and imbalance. She draws on techniques including electro-acupuncture, cupping and Master Tung points alongside classical osteopathic methods to support chronic pain, inflammation and overall wellbeing.

✨ Now available Sundays & Wednesday afternoons ✨

We’re thrilled to have you with us, Mandeep 💚

03/01/2026

Children need to learn that avoiding hard challenges isn't the answer. Apparently children are avoiding as many as 6 school days a year because of anxiety about difficult challenges. Can we find a better way? A way to support our children while they develop self- reliance and confidence...

We can help with teaching tools of self-hypnosis, EFT tapping and CBT. These all offer strategies to manage anxiety and become strong and resilient. If you would like to find out more, Louise has written a blog about it....

https://changingtimeshypnotherapy.com/how-can-i-help-my-anxious-child/

25/12/2025

Wishing all our patients and friends a peaceful, nourishing Christmas.
Thank you for being part of The Maris Practice community. ✨💚
Here’s to rest, health and brighter days ahead.

22/12/2025

From our lovely Hypnotherapist, Louise Coyle 😍

Most everyone likes to receive gifts during the holidays. It's a way of letting us know that someone is thinking about us and how much they care. You can

19/12/2025

Last minute gift? Our gift vouchers are available for a treatment with any therapist at the practice.

https://themarispractice.com/gift-voucher/