3R Reflexology

12/17/2025

Hormones don’t work in isolation. They’re part of a finely balanced system that’s deeply influenced by stress, sleep, and the nervous system.

Reflexology works holistically, supporting the endocrine system while also helping to calm the nervous system. When stress hormones such as cortisol are persistently elevated, they can disrupt other hormonal processes, including menstrual cycles, energy levels, sleep, and mood.

By encouraging deep relaxation and supporting the body’s natural self-regulation, reflexology may help create the conditions needed for hormonal balance. Whether that’s during the menstrual cycle, perimenopause, menopause, or times of prolonged stress.

Reflexology does not “force” change. Instead, it works gently with the body, supporting balance, awareness, and resilience over time.

12/16/2025

Winter can challenge your immune system, mood and energy. Cold weather, shorter days and higher stress levels often lead to stiff joints, poor sleep, low mood and reduced circulation.

Reflexology offers a gentle, holistic way to support your body through the winter months by encouraging balance across multiple systems.

How reflexology can support winter wellbeing:

• Relaxation & stress regulation
Reflexology helps activate the body’s “rest and digest” response. Research shows this supports deep relaxation and lower stress levels - an important foundation for winter health.

• Improved sleep quality
Studies suggest reflexology can improve sleep and reduce anxiety. Better sleep supports immunity, mood and energy when your body needs it most.

• Immune system resilience
By working reflex areas linked to the lymphatic system, reflexology may support overall resilience by helping the body manage stress - a key factor in immune health.

• Respiratory & sinus comfort
Reflex areas associated with the lungs, chest and sinuses are often used to ease tension and support comfort during seasonal congestion.

• Circulation & winter aches
Cold weather can slow circulation and increase stiffness. Research shows reflexology can help improve blood flow and reduce perceived pain and muscular tension.

• Mood & energy support
Shorter days can affect mood and motivation. Studies suggest reflexology may reduce fatigue and support emotional wellbeing through the darker months.

Regular reflexology isn’t just about feeling better when you’re unwell. It’s a form of preventative self-care that helps you stay balanced and supported all winter.

Reflexology is a safe, low-risk complementary therapy and does not replace medical care. Always consult your GP if symptoms persist.

Your health is worth warming up for this winter. 👣❄️

11/21/2025

11/18/2025

Reflexology is much more than some people think it is. It’s calmer shoulders, deeper breaths, and your nervous system going, “Ahhhhhh, finally.” 💆🙌💜

   

11/17/2025

It’s not unusual to feel sleepy, heavy, or even emotionally drained after a reflexology session, and it’s actually a good sign that your body is responding.

Reflexology activates the parasympathetic nervous system - the “rest and digest” branch responsible for slowing the heart rate, lowering blood pressure, and triggering recovery processes. When the body shifts out of a chronic stress state (sympathetic dominance), it finally has permission to relax, repair, and rebalance.

That deep relaxation can sometimes feel like fatigue, especially if your system has been running on adrenaline or stress hormones for a long time. The tiredness isn’t a side effect. It’s a signal that your body is resetting its internal balance.

📚 Research supports this response:

Studies, including McVicar et al. (Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice, 2007), show measurable reductions in heart rate, blood pressure, and anxiety levels following reflexology - clear indicators of parasympathetic activation.

A 2011 pilot study published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine found that reflexology sessions produced significant decreases in salivary cortisol (the body’s main stress hormone), reinforcing the link between reflexology and stress reduction.

Improvements in sleep quality and relaxation have been documented across multiple clinical settings, from cancer care to maternity wards, all pointing to the same physiological mechanism of rest and regulation.

💧 How to support your body afterward:

Drink water to help the body process metabolic by-products released during deep relaxation.

Avoid caffeine or alcohol immediately after your session to prolong the calm.

Rest if you can, even a short nap or quiet time helps integrate the benefits.

Feeling tired after reflexology is simply your body exhaling and catching up on the rest it’s been asking for. 😴

11/16/2025

Ear Reflexology / Auricular Therapy, Subtle and Powerful

The ears have a complete reflexion of the body, offering access to every system in a surprisingly gentle way.

Ear Reflexology can help ease pain, calm the mind, and restore clarity. It is especially helpful when the feet are injured and for people who are sensitive to have their feet touched, yet the effects ripple throughout the entire body.

I love how something so subtle can create such profound stillness. It is a reminder that the smallest gestures can bring the deepest peace.

Through the ears, we reach all body systems and the nervous system directly, supporting calm, emotional balance, and inner strength.

11/15/2025

11/14/2025

When you place yourself at the top of your priorities, life begins to realign.
Reflexology creates space for that shift - grounding your body, softening your mind, and nurturing your inner harmony. 💙 👣

This is your reminder to choose you.
To rest.
To receive.
To refill your cup before pouring into others.

11/12/2025

Fatigue - whether chronic or seasonal - affects both body and mind 🍂 🍃
Changes in light, temperature, and daily rhythm can lower energy and disrupt our natural balance.

Reflexology offers a gentle, evidence-based way to support recovery.
Reflexology can be tailored to each person - whether through the feet, hands, face, or ears - with each area offering its own gentle way of restoring harmony within the body.

By stimulating reflex points linked to internal systems, it helps regulate the nervous system, improve circulation, and promote deep relaxation.

Reflexology reminds the body how to rest - helping energy flow where it’s needed most.
A calm, grounded practice for times when you feel depleted.

Recent research supports reflexology as an effective complementary therapy for reducing fatigue and improving wellbeing. Meta-analyses and clinical trials show that stimulating reflex points on the feet can significantly decrease fatigue severity, improve sleep quality, and lower stress levels.
Studies published in journals such as The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine (2011), Journal of Clinical Nursing (2018), Medicine (2023), and Holistic Nursing Practice (2025) found consistent benefits across various groups - including individuals with chronic illness and treatment-related fatigue. These findings suggest that reflexology promotes relaxation and autonomic balance, offering a gentle, evidence-based approach to managing both chronic and seasonal fatigue.
👣 💙

09/29/2025

This is from evidenced based research.

06/24/2025

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