The Reflection Zone

23/04/2026

A T H O U S A N D. H O U S E S

There's a team of people in my neighborhood who do an amazing, hard, mind-blowing job making homes for people who have had to give up everything they owned so as to be safe.

So far: 1022 houses

These people are Woven Earth and I am so proud to be the provider of wellness care to their incredible volunteers so that they can keep doing this vital work they do.

It's part of our ethos: to care for the carers. Woven Earth are carers. Caring via hard physical and mental work. More especially, caring via incredibly hard emotional work.

To tell the Woven Earth story https://www.facebook.com/share/1BGJzxSwv8/ went behind the scenes...

23/04/2026

Yes I know. You are all sick of me harping on in the clinic about yoga 🤣

I won't stop. 😁

Because our bodies need to move the way that yoga makes them move. Moving bodies the yoga way gives balance to all the other movements we do.
We need yoga just as much as we need weight training and cardio.
Yoga reverses and prevents the stiffness that limits our freedom of movement and, lets face it, our freedom of living.

And yes I know, being the newbie in a yoga class is off-putting, and this is why I LOVE Yoga With Adriene

It's yoga for common sense PURPOSE (like yoga for headaches, yoga for runners, yoga for when youre sick, yoga for sore backs. Even yoga for the overstimulated nervous system ❤️).

It's yoga for people at home without any special equipment.

It's yoga in plain language.

When this new video from Adrienne popped up today I had to share it to illustrate the point!

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/16LFVmqtnT/

It is quite easy to be overstimulated these days, I am not going to sugar coat it. Overstimulation can happen when we experience too much noise, sensory overload, racing thoughts, intense emotions, or overwhelming environments. This is when our bodies tell us that our nervous system is in a heightened state. When things feel like too much, yoga teaches the body to come back to balance.

This practice is here for you when you need to be guided back to equilibrium. Together we will flow through slow, intentional movement to shift the nervous system back to a parasympathetic state, also known as “rest & digest.” Reconnect with your body, relieve tension, and find a safe place to land. I’m here for you.

https://youtu.be/rPcBPTrPsgU?si=LOmxXQDRZck4TgAc

31/03/2026

Celebrating 31 March which is Transgender Day of Visibility 🏳️‍⚧️

I am proud to offer a safe, inclusive and rainbow - affirming space for our gender diverse community 😊

All bodies, all identities and all walks of life are welcome here and for this coming month of April, we are supporting our rainbow client's wellbeing with special prices for Reflexology and Coaching ❤️

How can you access this?

Using our easy online booking site, you can choose your time and then just enter the promo code RAINBOW25 for a 25 percent discount 🌈.

26/03/2026

Autumn is the perfect time to discover wellness through the Art of Reflexology.

Why??

❤️ Reflexology is a non-invasive complementary health therapy that can be effective in promoting deep relaxation and wellbeing; reducing stress in people’s lives can be key in optimising good health and building resilience.

❤️ Reflexology can be effective in promoting deep relaxation and wellbeing; reducing stress in people’s lives can be key in optimising good health and building resilience.

❤️ It is a touch therapy that is based on the theory that different points on the feet, lower leg, hands, face or ears correspond with different areas of the body and reflexologists work these points and areas, so any area of the body can be treated via those points.

❤️ However reflexology is viewed, there can be no doubt that what it does provide is a period of time for relaxation where the client has one to one attention and supportive touch in an empathetic listening environment.

❤️ Reflexology can be used safely alongside standard healthcare to promote better health

❤️ Reflexology is a therapy which can be received by anyone at any age, from newborn babies to those receiving end of life care, and everyone in between. However, there may occasionally be times when it is not suitable to provide a treatment. The best advice we can give you is to give your local reflexologist a ring and ask!

❤️ Well trained reflexologists provide a very individualised treatment plan which is tailored to you as a whole person, taking into account both physical and non-physical factors that might be affecting your wellbeing.

❤️ Reflexology is a very easy therapy to receive; depending on the type of reflexology, the most clothing that will have to be removed for a treatment to take place will be your socks and shoes.

If you have questions about how Reflexology might support your wellbeing, we are happy to answer them 😊

25/03/2026

Has your petrol-purchasing behaviour changed in the last week?

Mine has!

I used to wait til my car's fuel tank was almost empty then I would fill it all the way up.

Last week I started TOPPING UP every time the fuel garage dropped a couple of bars.

The approach of only going to the gas station when the tank is empty might work for cars but it is a flawed approach when it comes to humans. Where a car will keep working til the last sniff of fuel has gone from the tank, not so humans.

Humans ( if you watch) will have a deterioration in performance long before the tank is empty. And when close to empty we might look like we are functioning but there will be great internal cost to keeping on going.

We function much better with the regular top up approach!

Recently, a client arrived with their tank on E for empty. They said they were feeling completely overwhelmed and the circumstances that has led to that overwhelm were likely to continue for several months. .

In the past, Reflexology had really helped when things were stressful. But life had been busy ( and lifey) recently and they hadn't hadn't a treatment for several months. So, right now their car is using a lot more fuel than normal.

So we made a plan aimed at helping them get through this stressful period. Because of the overwhelm we would do treatments one to two times per week. Then when the overwhelm was reduced, we would try weekly treatments, maybe working towards fortnightly.

We also decided to do half hour treatments ( instead of an hour)

This met two goals: achieve the frequency of treatment that would help its effect to 'hold' longer and to keep the volume of treatments affordable!

At the beginning of the most recent treatment the overwhelm was down to 2 out of 10! So we are definitely making progress.

Another client has been preparing for a forthcoming major professional challenge. The plan we made was to have frequent reflexology top ups, so that they could stay calm and objective while under increasing pressure. They have been delighted with the mental clarity and pragmatism with which they have been able to operate.

Both these people had and have big stressors in their life, and are using the frequent top up approach with great effect.

Please remember you are a human ( and not a car) and whatever you do for self care and refueling, it would be a great idea to do little bits often rather than waiting til your tank is empty.

15/03/2026

A S A N C T U A R Y ... and our secret spot...

The Okareka satellite clinic is all ready for another full week of caring for, supporting and relieving tired and tense bodies and minds with Clinical Reflexology and Self Compassion Coaching ❤️

Green space and blue space abound here! (Did you know that exposure to green spaces - trees - helps relieve stress, reduce mental fatigue, and improve mood? And that blue spaces—water bodies— activate the parasympathetic nervous system, lowering heart rates and lowering cortisol?).

Regularly visiting blue spaces is linked to higher happiness levels and reduced psychological distress, often even outperforming green spaces in calming effects. Add regular body work and mental support and you have a powerful, beneficial combination! 😁

So when you are here, gazing out at the restful water views is ENCOURAGED!

How to find us?

🌍 https://www.reflectionzone.co.nz

🗓https://thereflectionzone.gettimely.com

📩 liz@reflectionzone.co.nz

☎️ 021 988 468

Appointments available one week a month.

15/03/2026

O U R S E C R E T S P O T ...

The Rotorua satellite clinic is all ready for another full week of caring for, supporting and relieving tired and tense bodies and minds with Clinical Reflexology and Self Compassion Coaching ❤️

Green space and blue space abound here! (Did you know that exposure to green spaces - trees - helps relieve stress, reduce mental fatigue, and improve mood? And that blue spaces—water bodies— activate the parasympathetic nervous system, lowering heart rates and lowering cortisol?).

Regularly visiting blue spaces is linked to higher happiness levels and reduced psychological distress, often even outperforming green spaces in calming effects. Of course regular body work and mental support provides added benefits! 😁

So when you are here, gazing out at the restful water views is ENCOURAGED!

How to find us?

🌍 https://www.reflectionzone.co.nz

🗓 https://thereflectionzone.gettimely.com

📩 liz@reflectionzone.co.nz

☎️ 021 988 468

Appointments available one week a month.

12/03/2026

We want you to know that you are so welcome here.

This space is loved by us as well as our clients.... we love the way the sun comes in... the way the breezes waft in on warm days... seeing the effect of turning seasons in the zen garden outside...

We love how peaceful it is... the look of relief on your faces when you arrive and the quiet calm in your eyes when you leave.

Welcome to The Reflection Zone.

06/03/2026

Reflexology is often sought out when stress, fatigue or discomfort have reached a tipping point, and while it can be deeply supportive in those moments, it’s rarely where the most lasting changes begin.

In practice, the clients who tend to experience the most noticeable benefits are those who don’t wait until they’re completely run down. They come when symptoms are subtle, when stress is building quietly, or simply because they recognise the value of regular support.

Reflexology works by encouraging the body’s natural balance and self-regulation. Like many wellbeing approaches, its effects are often cumulative, meaning consistency matters. Regular sessions can help the nervous system stay regulated, rather than constantly recovering from overload.







Looking after yourself doesn’t have to be a response to burnout. It can be part of how you prevent it in the first place.

Reposted from Irish Reflexologists Institute ❤️

13/02/2026

Every year I have a focus for my continuing professional development.

In 2026 I am so excited to be already underway with REFLEXOLOGY FOR THE TREATMENT OF PAIN.

I am already doing a lot of work with pain conditions and this methodology is going to adda huge amount to my tool.box!

Specifically i will be focussing on learning additional techniques for:
* Migraine
* PMS
* Sciatica
* Low Back Pain
* Bursitis
* Tendonitis
* Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
* Plantar Fasciitis

Also....
* Fibromyalgia
* Ulcerative Colitis
* Chrohns Disease
* Rheumatoid Arthritis
* Lupus

( which are autoimmune conditions with a paun component).

Pain is a complex and debilitating experience but there are therapies that can help.

Please do tell your friends or family that Reflexology is one of them, and that I am here to help.

16/01/2026

is one of my favourtie places to work. It's got the buzz of Matakana paired with the vibe of artists, complementary health practitioners and just a wee bit of quirk 😁.

If you are in the area today, and your feet a longing for some reflexology, I'd love to see you ❤️👣❤️👣❤️👣❤️👣

01/01/2026

Happy New Year and thank you for being part of this space at the Reflection Zone, with your presence and your comments and reactions. You all matter to me.

The Reflection Zone was started so people ( you) would have a space ( both online and in the clinic) where they could feel visible and understood in their struggles. I SEE you and I UNDERSTAND you. I acknowledge your need for respite and to be cared for yourself.

This time of year comes with many pressures, to “be” a certain way, to be joyful and present and often to give more of yourselves when sometimes what you need is to just take some time to know your needs are important too.

One thing that I encourage you all to do is to take self care - of yourselves - seriously. I know that nearly all of you are focussed on everyone else. Take time each day this year to do some self care, and I guarantee your body and mind will thank you.

Here are some tips I find useful, about self care no matter what amount of time you have - ( applicable to everyone, not just parents!) https://www.healthline.com/health/parenting/self-care-strategies-for-parents-no-time

Your positive support of yourself makes a measureable difference to the of your everyone around you. Promise!

Sending you all much respect, support and encouragement for each day of this year we’re now in.

Whether you find yourself with a free hour or can barely find 1 minute, we've got suggestions for making the most of your time for some worthwhile self-care.