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Winter Wellness Package : Taking care of your wellbeing this Winter
Approaching the end of 2022 is an opportunity to review your wellness goals set back last January, adjust them accordingly and prepare the way forward to step into 2023 with the right foot forward, with a practical and effective plan to look after your physical and mental health. With the colder weather and shorter days, more people notice a feeling of lack of energy, low mood, change of appetite and sleep. Complementary therapies such as Reflexology, Reflexology Lymph Drainage, Indian Head Massage and Reiki are very helpful to cope with this challenging time of year. This month, I am offering a Winter Wellness Package of three 60-minute sessions of any treatment of your choice to be used over December 2022, January and February 2023 at a reduced rate of £120 (saving £30), to give you a chance to fully experience the incremental benefits of those natural and powerful therapies for regular support of your health and wellbeing. Step into your wellness journey with ease and early for 2023, and reach your goals. |
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World Reflexology Week - 19th to 26th September 2022
Day 7: A double whammy to celebrate the end of World Reflexology Week ! I got a wee bit bold and brave and went live on Instagram and Facebook to demonstrate a short 5 minute stress-busting reflexology sequence on the hands, something you can practice daily when you start feeling a little out of balance and overwhelmed. You can see it on the Endrick Holistics social media channels and have a little practice if you would like. Last day of World Reflexology Week 2022 - it has come rather fast and I hope you have enjoyed learning about the many benefits of this gentle yet powerful holistic therapy. Thank you so much for sharing my posts this week and sharing the love with your reviews about the many ways Reflexology have helped you, I really appreciate it. To show my gratitude, here’s a special offer which may support you both in the process if you know of anyone who may benefit from some support. I look forward to seeing you in our cosy and relaxing therapy rooms, both in Balfron and in the Relaxation Retreat in Stirling. Any questions, feel free to get in touch - I am always happy to discuss all things reflexology and reiki 😊! In summary on this year's focus during World Reflexology Week being "WHY reflexology?", a succinct response is simply "why not?" - I hopefully managed to demonstrate this though there is so much more to say so here's many more blog posts coming ! Day 6: Reflexology to support stress and its detrimental and inflammatory impact on the whole body - it is like a cumulative domino effect when one element out of kilter in our body, it initiates a succession of further imbalances. When we live in a constant state of stress, often part and parcel nowadays of the busyness of modern daily life, our body responds by producing cortisol. An over-production of this hormone by our adrenal glands can lead to adrenal fatigue, which can impact our metabolism and contribute to symptoms such as fatigue, headaches, brain fog, low mood, lead to increased heart rate and elevated blood pressure, disrupted sleep patterns. The latter is key to regulating our mood, improving our memory and maintaining our overall health, weight and energy levels.Research has shown that in reflexology can decrease stress and anxiety by stimulating the parasympathetic nervous system which promotes rest, digestion, and reducing the sympathetic nervous system, responsible for the automatic fight, flight and freeze response. Reflexology is one way of supporting the body to restore natural balance, by relaxing you deeply and promoting balance and wellbeing from within. Try it and see for yourself how it will help you and those around you! Day 5: This post is credited to the Reflexology International Council of Reflexologists ICR. "Ear Reflexology (Auricular Therapy) is based on the idea that the body is mapped on to the ears as a micro system, just like on the hands and feet. Visualising the body on the ears is easily remembered as an image of the body in an inverted foetal shape. The lobe of the ear becomes the head, with the neck and entire spine extending up the curve of the outer ear. A Reflexologist uses their fingers and thumbs to work all surfaces of the ear. Auricular therapy has a long history from around 500 BC, and is the most scientific of the reflexology platforms. With ear reflexology there is also the addition of being able to apply an ear seed, to a specific point on the ear to further assist with pain management and issues in the body for longer lasting benefits in between sessions - similar to acupuncture but without the needles! Facial reflexology is another area in which the stimulation of zones and points of the face are utilised to create an environment in which other areas of the body can be affected, with many possible benefits. Whilst it has been practiced for centuries in many countries around the world, it is the newest of the forms of reflexology. The treatment is unique in its combination of ancient therapies with modern neuro-anatomy. Facial Reflexology involves the application of pressure and massage to specific points on the face. It is deeply relaxing and can be very effectively combined with work on any of the other reflexology surfaces in the same session. Gosh, imagine a reflexology session combing feet, hands, ears and face ….. aaaaahh!". Doesn't this just sound like utter bliss ?! Day 4: here’s a wee summary of what to expect during a nurturing hour of reflexology in my peaceful treatment room either at Namrata in Balfron or at the Relaxation Retreat in Stirling. The perfect antidote to the worries and stresses of your busy life. Reflexology doesn’t claim to cure or diagnose, but it works by stimulating your body’s own innate healing system to help restore natural balance for optimal function and wellness.Treatments can be beneficial for a wide range of conditions including anxiety, migraines /headaches, insomnia, fatigue, back, joints and muscular pain, digestive issues, hormonal imbalances, pregnancy, fertility issues, perimenopause, menopause, autoimmune conditions. In my cosy treatment room, you’ll recline on a comfortable couch or a Lafuma chair, taking away any pressure on your joints. A warm electric blanket will help relax the muscles of your back, neck and shoulders further. To begin, a soothing hot towel will cleanse the area and a little organic grapeseed oil will be applied to your feet/hands/ears depending on the area you choose to receive the treatment on. A combination of massage, gentle pressure and holding will then be used upon specific ‘reflex' points mapped on your feet/hands/face/ears (to either sedate or stimulate, depending on the need) for a powerful restoration of balance within body and mind. These reflexes correlate to specific organs, tissues and glands within the body. The sensation is soothing and won’t tickle even the most sensitive feet and you may become aware yourself of some new sensations in your feet! Reflexology encourages deep relaxation, so you may nod off and let go - and yes, snoring is actually taken as a compliment! After a reflexology session at Endrick Holistics, you will leave feeling rested, recharged and ready to face the world again! Day 3: This year's theme for World Reflexology Week is "Why reflexology" - I am clearly a firm believer in what I do and this originally stemmed from my personal experience learning to deal with and manage with Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Irritable Bowel Syndrome over 12 years now. I also witness daily the benefits of the sessions with many of my clients asleep within minutes and all leaving mightily relaxed after their session. This great infographic was created by the Association of Reflexologists from a survey of many clients feedback. You can also read the many testimonials of my own clients if you wish to check how reflexology might be able to help you by promoting balance and wellbeing from within. Day 2 : Taking care of our feet so they can continue to take us on many adventures and to many places is an essential part of our work as reflexologists so here a few easy suggestions for foot selfcare with a small bingo designed to help maintain good foot health while also supporting your wellbeing. Did you know that each foot has over 7000 nerve endings and hold a unique access to some of the organs, glands and tissues deep in the body? Following this mapping of reflexes produced by Eunice Ingham back in the 1930’s, a reflexology session involves working each reflex individually in a bespoke manner and allows to stimulate or sedate the function of the corresponding organs or tissues to help promote relaxation and balance from within. This is particularly helpful to help with symptoms and alleviate pain, stress, tension, anxiety, insomnia, digestive or hormonal imbalances. How many of these suggestions will you implement this week and show your feet and body some love? Day 1 : A fitting image as we start World Reflexology Week on the same day we bade farewell to the Queen Elizabeth II in a tremendous show of support and love throughout her funeral services. In this image, HRH is receiving a hand reflexology treatment by Claire Brown and she certainly looks like she thoroughly enjoyed it. Look at that beautiful smile, it really says it all! |
23rd August 2022: Excited to offer all Reflexology modalities, Reiki and Indian Head Massage within the KA Therapies Relaxation Retreat in Stirling in early September
Endrick Holistics is bringing all its experience and expertise to Stirling in the Kildean Business and Enterprise Hub at 146 Drip road (FK8 1RW) on Wednesdays from 7th September. Very excited to join other like-minded therapists with a heart centred approach to health and wellbeing and working from this beautiful therapy room. My evening sessions in Balfron will still continue for added convenience but will now be available on a Thursday evening instead. I look forward to starting very soon xx
20th August 2022 : Hot off the press : new upcoming specialist treatment: Reflexology for Menopause - a treatment specifically aimed for peri/post menopausal ladies.
The menopause is a natural change in the female reproductive system that normally occurs between the ages of 41 and 55, although perimenopausal symptoms may occur earlier. This process occurs in a woman’s body when the ovaries stop producing the hormones oestrogen and progesterone with the body then reacting to the loss of hormones with a variety of symptoms. This treatment is adapted for menopausal symptoms including : hot flushes, night sweats, anxiety, fatigue, weight gain, mood swings, poor concentration, memory lapses, headaches, irregular periods with heavy bleeding.
Reflexology is a wonderful and soothing therapy to support and aid our journey through perimenopause, menopause and beyond. By promoting balance of the endocrine system (made up of all of the body's different hormones) through specific reflexes and sequences, Reflexology will also help to reduce the stress that can be the cause or an aggravating factor for a lot of these debilitating symptoms.
As a woman experiencing all of this myself, I am choosing to enjoy the second half of my life more than the first and I am here to support you, provide relaxation, offer lifestyle advice both holistic and/or allopathic and to help you find your zest for life again if you are finding yourself a little lost amidst it all.
As part of looking into your perimenopausal or menopausal symptoms, I would encourage you to consider the Five Pillars of Menopause:
I look forward to letting you experience the many benefits of this new specialised Reflexology treatment from the therapy room in Balfron or the Relaxation Retreat room in Stirling from mid-September 2022.
The menopause is a natural change in the female reproductive system that normally occurs between the ages of 41 and 55, although perimenopausal symptoms may occur earlier. This process occurs in a woman’s body when the ovaries stop producing the hormones oestrogen and progesterone with the body then reacting to the loss of hormones with a variety of symptoms. This treatment is adapted for menopausal symptoms including : hot flushes, night sweats, anxiety, fatigue, weight gain, mood swings, poor concentration, memory lapses, headaches, irregular periods with heavy bleeding.
Reflexology is a wonderful and soothing therapy to support and aid our journey through perimenopause, menopause and beyond. By promoting balance of the endocrine system (made up of all of the body's different hormones) through specific reflexes and sequences, Reflexology will also help to reduce the stress that can be the cause or an aggravating factor for a lot of these debilitating symptoms.
As a woman experiencing all of this myself, I am choosing to enjoy the second half of my life more than the first and I am here to support you, provide relaxation, offer lifestyle advice both holistic and/or allopathic and to help you find your zest for life again if you are finding yourself a little lost amidst it all.
As part of looking into your perimenopausal or menopausal symptoms, I would encourage you to consider the Five Pillars of Menopause:
- sleep - achieve consistent good quality and restorative sleep
- exercise - a mix of weight-bearing, strength, flexibility, aerobic and balancing
- relaxation - deep relaxation to allow your body to heal and repair
- diet - how foods and hydration help optimise your health
- purpose - find your flow and your zest for life again
I look forward to letting you experience the many benefits of this new specialised Reflexology treatment from the therapy room in Balfron or the Relaxation Retreat room in Stirling from mid-September 2022.
24th March 2020 : top tips for lockdown and self isolation
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23rd March 2020 - Free Daily Distance Reiki sessions
Feeling overwhelmed, stressed, tense, worried, anxious? Struggling with getting a decent sleep lately in this unprecedented situation as lockdown and self-isolation are now here.
Let the Reiki energy relax you, soothe you, support you physically and mentally during this crisis, helping rebalance the scales between the “fight/flight/freeze” automatic stress response and its counterpart “rest/digest/heal” - this is so crucial to keep your immune system strong along with proper nutrition and rest.
These 30 minute daily sessions at 5 pm (UK time) are free of charge, my small contribution to the gigantic wave of small acts of kindness, compassion and support that I have myself experienced in the last week. If you are not sure what Distance Reiki is and what it entails, it is as simple at it comes. First and foremost you need to let me know if you would like to be included (Pm, DM, email endrickholistics@gmail.com), set aside 40 min and at 4.55, pick a calm, comfortable and warm spot in your own surroundings where you won't be disturbed, you can listen to relaxing music if you wish, take a blanket to stay warm and a glass of room temperature water for afterwards. Set your intention to receive the energy, take a couple of deep breaths to still the mind and go with the flow, allowing your mind and body to feel whatever they need. Simple yet powerful. Give it a try and you won’t be disappointed - the only way to know if a Reiki Distance session really works for you is to try one for yourself - stay safe everyone and I hope it helps xxx
Feeling overwhelmed, stressed, tense, worried, anxious? Struggling with getting a decent sleep lately in this unprecedented situation as lockdown and self-isolation are now here.
Let the Reiki energy relax you, soothe you, support you physically and mentally during this crisis, helping rebalance the scales between the “fight/flight/freeze” automatic stress response and its counterpart “rest/digest/heal” - this is so crucial to keep your immune system strong along with proper nutrition and rest.
These 30 minute daily sessions at 5 pm (UK time) are free of charge, my small contribution to the gigantic wave of small acts of kindness, compassion and support that I have myself experienced in the last week. If you are not sure what Distance Reiki is and what it entails, it is as simple at it comes. First and foremost you need to let me know if you would like to be included (Pm, DM, email endrickholistics@gmail.com), set aside 40 min and at 4.55, pick a calm, comfortable and warm spot in your own surroundings where you won't be disturbed, you can listen to relaxing music if you wish, take a blanket to stay warm and a glass of room temperature water for afterwards. Set your intention to receive the energy, take a couple of deep breaths to still the mind and go with the flow, allowing your mind and body to feel whatever they need. Simple yet powerful. Give it a try and you won’t be disappointed - the only way to know if a Reiki Distance session really works for you is to try one for yourself - stay safe everyone and I hope it helps xxx
16th March 2020: Endrick Holistics is pausing all its reflexology services until further notice.
I take the “Avoid all unnecessary contacts” in this latest update as a clear guideline for me to stop Reflexology treatments for the time being. On a personal level, I am very sad to take away this amazing therapy which helps soothe, relax, promote and balance wellbeing from within at a time when stress levels are very high and isolation can affect people’s physical and mental health and wellbeing adversely. At the same time, preventing the spread of this pandemic in the community is of the utmost importance and I will patiently wait for the next stage, when we can celebrate being together again and we can readjust our lives post virus. Supporting and helping others is the reason Endrick Holistics was founded and therefore I will continue to offer individual and group Distance Reiki sessions for those who would like the energy to support them at this challenging time wherever in the world people are. Any questions, please feel free to ask and thank you again to everyone for supporting my wee business since it was started almost 3 years ago. I will continue to post tips, uplifting quotes, positive notes on this page as a way to support each other and l welcome any suggestions on topics you would like me to focus on. Sending you all much love and positive vibes your way and take good care 🙏🏻💜🙏🏻. Frédérique x
I take the “Avoid all unnecessary contacts” in this latest update as a clear guideline for me to stop Reflexology treatments for the time being. On a personal level, I am very sad to take away this amazing therapy which helps soothe, relax, promote and balance wellbeing from within at a time when stress levels are very high and isolation can affect people’s physical and mental health and wellbeing adversely. At the same time, preventing the spread of this pandemic in the community is of the utmost importance and I will patiently wait for the next stage, when we can celebrate being together again and we can readjust our lives post virus. Supporting and helping others is the reason Endrick Holistics was founded and therefore I will continue to offer individual and group Distance Reiki sessions for those who would like the energy to support them at this challenging time wherever in the world people are. Any questions, please feel free to ask and thank you again to everyone for supporting my wee business since it was started almost 3 years ago. I will continue to post tips, uplifting quotes, positive notes on this page as a way to support each other and l welcome any suggestions on topics you would like me to focus on. Sending you all much love and positive vibes your way and take good care 🙏🏻💜🙏🏻. Frédérique x
6th March 2020: I am very excited to now be able to offer some therapy sessions from Connected Health Clinic - Killearn Community Health on a regular basis and I look forward to sharing this space with other like-minded therapists to support you with your health and wellbeing needs. In this new space, there is a small waiting area with complimentary tea and coffee, easy access and parking. I will be offering Reflexology in its many forms (hand/foot/Reflexology for Lymph Drainage and Facial Reflexology), Reiki, Indian Head Massage, HEARTS process and I also have expertise in adapting these therapies for cancer-care and palliative-care clients. If you would like to find out more about what I do or book, simply get in touch on 07818112693 or email endrickholistics@gmail.com. I look forward to this new adventure for Endrick Holistics 🙏🏻💜🙏🏻
March 2020: new Reflexology modality coming shortly
🙌🏻exciting times at Endrick Holistics HQ 🙌🏻 - for those of you who do not fancy looking at your feet or letting anyone touch them, here is an opportunity to experience the benefits of Facial Reflexology which include: inducing deep relaxation, building a sense of physical and emotional wellbeing by reducing stress and anxiety, improving energy levels, reducing muscle facial tension, improving skin condition by stimulating the renewal of skin cells, alleviating puffiness by reducing waste products in the skin, helping skin elasticity, toning facial muscles, slowing down the ageing effect, stimulating lymphatic drainage. What's not to like ?
🙌🏻exciting times at Endrick Holistics HQ 🙌🏻 - for those of you who do not fancy looking at your feet or letting anyone touch them, here is an opportunity to experience the benefits of Facial Reflexology which include: inducing deep relaxation, building a sense of physical and emotional wellbeing by reducing stress and anxiety, improving energy levels, reducing muscle facial tension, improving skin condition by stimulating the renewal of skin cells, alleviating puffiness by reducing waste products in the skin, helping skin elasticity, toning facial muscles, slowing down the ageing effect, stimulating lymphatic drainage. What's not to like ?
July 2019 : HEARTS Process Certification
I am delighted to have now received my certificate allowing me to use this gentle and soothing therapy. HEARTS stands for Hands-on, Empathy, Aromas, Relaxation, Textures, Sound and draws on a range of natural skills and sensory experiences which can be used in any combination for people who are anxious, in pain or unable to sleep. Hearts always includes physical contact given through fabric of some kind and the client remains fully clothes. It was designed to be used where conventional massage techniques were inappropriate or in any situation where well intentioned touch could be beneficial. It was devised as a bridge to the limitations given by some of the health issues of cancer care or palliative care patients which may rule out the use of some complementary therapies and allows to achieve a state of relaxation and calm as quickly and easily as possible. This process can be used by itself or be incorporated within other therapy treatments. Let me know if you would like to try it x
I am delighted to have now received my certificate allowing me to use this gentle and soothing therapy. HEARTS stands for Hands-on, Empathy, Aromas, Relaxation, Textures, Sound and draws on a range of natural skills and sensory experiences which can be used in any combination for people who are anxious, in pain or unable to sleep. Hearts always includes physical contact given through fabric of some kind and the client remains fully clothes. It was designed to be used where conventional massage techniques were inappropriate or in any situation where well intentioned touch could be beneficial. It was devised as a bridge to the limitations given by some of the health issues of cancer care or palliative care patients which may rule out the use of some complementary therapies and allows to achieve a state of relaxation and calm as quickly and easily as possible. This process can be used by itself or be incorporated within other therapy treatments. Let me know if you would like to try it x
16th June 2019 : I am thrilled to have finally felt ready and gone on an amazing course to become an Usui Holy Fire® III Reiki Master Teacher, allowing me to develop my skills further and to teach this amazing energy therapy to small groups giving individuals the opportunity to learn more about this gentle, soothing yet powerful energy to start their journey of self-healing or to use it on family and friends. I feel so privileged to be able to continuously deepen my knowledge and I am very excited about what the future holds. Any questions, please feel free to get in touch x
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20th May 2019 : Foot Reflexology to help ease the discomfort of Seasonal Allergies
Winter seems to finally be gone and everything seems to have suddenly bloomed all at once in Scotland. Although it is beautiful and uplifting for most people, if you have sensitivities to pollen, you are probably suffering from allergies, an overreaction of our immune system triggered by certain substances. Allergies are not necessarily dangerous; they are often associated with various symptoms and a fair amount of discomfort but they can trigger more serious reactions, especially for those affected with asthma.
Do you suffer from sniffling, sneezing, congestion and runny, itchy eyes, nose and throat as Spring makes its arrival?
While antihistamines are a handy quick fix, they will often leave you feeling drowsy, added to some other potential unpleasant side effects, did you know that there is another powerful, natural option to find relief to your symptoms which are exacerbated by stress? Anything that reduce stress will therefore help relieve allergy symptoms and Reflexology calms the nervous system by inducing a state of deep relaxation for the body and mind, simply through the stimulation of reflex points on your feet (each foot containing 7 000 nerves), hands, face or ears. While releasing tension and stress, Reflexology also affects your organs, glands and all parts of your body by working of its related pressure point/area on the feet, hands, face or ears.
Working on some reflex points or specific areas on the feet will help make your breathing easier.
For example, using your thumb or index finger to simply press/hold or rub for a few seconds each of the following areas:
1. The sinuses and nose reflexes to help drain sinus cavities.
2. The eye area to relieve the itchiness and weeping.
3. The pituitary gland or "master gland" to stimulate and rebalance hormone secretions of all other glands.
4. The Lymphatic system and spleen to strengthen your immune system and rid your body of toxins.
5. The chest, lungs and bronchi areas to release congestion.
6. The solar plexus and diaphragm areas to reduce stress and relax and ease breathing.
7. The adrenal glands, responsible for the production of cortisol to reduce inflammation and related to the stress response of the body.Cortisol impacts adrenalin which boosts your energy level, often depleted by allergy symptoms.
8. The ileocecal valve to regulate mucus production.
Working on these points will help strengthen your immune system, rebalance the flow of energy within your body, promote overall wellness.
Reflexology is a great tool to help you make the very best of this beautiful time of year, feeling great and breathing that little bit easier – it is your time to enjoy this wonderful season! I hope this help x
6th March 2019 : News and offers to help get a spring in your step ?
Another busy month at Endrick Holistics HQ which included taking part in a 2 day H.E.A.R.T.S course organised by Strathcarron Hospice, giving me the opportunity to add another very gentle, soothing yet powerful therapy to my tool kit. While this was designed with cancer and palliative care in mind, all the therapists and volunteers of the course myself included felt the benefits and loved receiving this treatment with a few soft and gentle snores escaping here and there ! Since then, I have loved practising this new skill set on one of the hospice daycare patients last Tuesday; his feedback was amazing and I now have one very willing volunteer for my case studies- result! Another fantastic advantage of this lovely therapy: it can also easily be taught to family caregivers and is a wonderful stress antidote for both the giver and the recipient - a win-win situation! You can have a look here or please feel free to give me a call if you would like to find out more.
I am a fervent believer in the benefits of using Reflexology Lymph Drainage (RLD) to stimulate the lymphatic system, which helps flush toxins out of the body, reduce fluid retention and stimulates the immune system - a great way to help rebalance all our body systems, fight fatigue/ the many bugs lurking around in winter and prepare the body before hayfever season starts. To celebrate Lymphoedema Awareness Month, I would like to offer each 1 hr specifically RLD focused treatment for £30 for the month of March so if you are having issues with fluid retention, have had lymph nodes removed or damaged by surgery or radiotherapy, this gently yet powerful therapy could offer you some support. You can find more information here, scrolling down to the blog post from 19th September 2018. As a point of reference, current findings suggest that Lymphatic drainage massage (MLD) is used to treat conditions other than lymphoedema, and RLD may be used similarly, therefore being useful with the following conditions : Arthritis, Asthma, Eczema, Chronic fatigue, Fibromyalgia, ME, Sinus problems, Migraines, Headaches, Muscular tension, Aches and pains, Premenstrual Syndrome.
Parts of the RLD sequence has also been incorporated to many of regular reflexology treatments so this may be of interest to my regular clients as a way to compare both types of the reflexology treatments I offer.
Another busy month at Endrick Holistics HQ which included taking part in a 2 day H.E.A.R.T.S course organised by Strathcarron Hospice, giving me the opportunity to add another very gentle, soothing yet powerful therapy to my tool kit. While this was designed with cancer and palliative care in mind, all the therapists and volunteers of the course myself included felt the benefits and loved receiving this treatment with a few soft and gentle snores escaping here and there ! Since then, I have loved practising this new skill set on one of the hospice daycare patients last Tuesday; his feedback was amazing and I now have one very willing volunteer for my case studies- result! Another fantastic advantage of this lovely therapy: it can also easily be taught to family caregivers and is a wonderful stress antidote for both the giver and the recipient - a win-win situation! You can have a look here or please feel free to give me a call if you would like to find out more.
I am a fervent believer in the benefits of using Reflexology Lymph Drainage (RLD) to stimulate the lymphatic system, which helps flush toxins out of the body, reduce fluid retention and stimulates the immune system - a great way to help rebalance all our body systems, fight fatigue/ the many bugs lurking around in winter and prepare the body before hayfever season starts. To celebrate Lymphoedema Awareness Month, I would like to offer each 1 hr specifically RLD focused treatment for £30 for the month of March so if you are having issues with fluid retention, have had lymph nodes removed or damaged by surgery or radiotherapy, this gently yet powerful therapy could offer you some support. You can find more information here, scrolling down to the blog post from 19th September 2018. As a point of reference, current findings suggest that Lymphatic drainage massage (MLD) is used to treat conditions other than lymphoedema, and RLD may be used similarly, therefore being useful with the following conditions : Arthritis, Asthma, Eczema, Chronic fatigue, Fibromyalgia, ME, Sinus problems, Migraines, Headaches, Muscular tension, Aches and pains, Premenstrual Syndrome.
Parts of the RLD sequence has also been incorporated to many of regular reflexology treatments so this may be of interest to my regular clients as a way to compare both types of the reflexology treatments I offer.
7th January 2019 : A brilliant way to start the New Year - it is newsletter time
WELCOME : Happy New Year everyone !!! I hope you all enjoyed the festive season and January saw you kickstart 2019 in style so far. Are you off to a healthier, happier and more relaxed version of you or are you still working out your plan to wellness in 2019 and need a little bit of help?
Let's start with some interesting results from a post on the Endrick Holistics Facebook and Instagram pages last week: This was run as a little experiment as I was setting up my own goals for 2019 and looking at ways I could support my needs and own wellness and wellbeing. The feedback was amazing and I really can't thank enough everyone who has taken part. It has been very interesting to read what areas people felt needed some attention and their own personal goals. As a quick synopsis, the results were as follow :
- mindfulness came up trumps with the most mentions
- tied second were exercise/gym and nutrition/food/diet
- joint third were laughter, gratitude, love and self-care
The other words mentioned in no particular order were belief/self-belief, family, mental health, meditation, boundaries, kindness, fun, sleep, calm, hydration, happy and learning to say 'no'. I think it covered a lot of very important bases and I was delighted to see mindfulness ahead of the more usual diet and exercise, which are often a recurring theme in January. If you haven had a chance to think about it as yet, what would your four words be?
WELCOME : Happy New Year everyone !!! I hope you all enjoyed the festive season and January saw you kickstart 2019 in style so far. Are you off to a healthier, happier and more relaxed version of you or are you still working out your plan to wellness in 2019 and need a little bit of help?
Let's start with some interesting results from a post on the Endrick Holistics Facebook and Instagram pages last week: This was run as a little experiment as I was setting up my own goals for 2019 and looking at ways I could support my needs and own wellness and wellbeing. The feedback was amazing and I really can't thank enough everyone who has taken part. It has been very interesting to read what areas people felt needed some attention and their own personal goals. As a quick synopsis, the results were as follow :
- mindfulness came up trumps with the most mentions
- tied second were exercise/gym and nutrition/food/diet
- joint third were laughter, gratitude, love and self-care
The other words mentioned in no particular order were belief/self-belief, family, mental health, meditation, boundaries, kindness, fun, sleep, calm, hydration, happy and learning to say 'no'. I think it covered a lot of very important bases and I was delighted to see mindfulness ahead of the more usual diet and exercise, which are often a recurring theme in January. If you haven had a chance to think about it as yet, what would your four words be?
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31st December 2018 : the perfect time to reflect and set up goals?
As we come to the end of 2018 I would like to take this opportunity to thank you all for your love and continued support over the year, for spreading the word and helping my little business grow. I feel so blessed to be able to follow my passion for holistic therapies full time- it has been a pleasure spending time with you and it is so rewarding when you leave after your treatment chilled and relaxed ... I love what I do and am excited to see what 2019 will bring. I would like to wish each and everyone of you and your families, a happy new year - I hope all your dreams come true and wish you all the very best. Frederique xxx
As we come to the end of 2018 I would like to take this opportunity to thank you all for your love and continued support over the year, for spreading the word and helping my little business grow. I feel so blessed to be able to follow my passion for holistic therapies full time- it has been a pleasure spending time with you and it is so rewarding when you leave after your treatment chilled and relaxed ... I love what I do and am excited to see what 2019 will bring. I would like to wish each and everyone of you and your families, a happy new year - I hope all your dreams come true and wish you all the very best. Frederique xxx
24th December 2018 : "Festive season top tips to keep calm and diffuse any stress over the holiday period"
So, the mighty festive season is finally upon us. Are you ready? How are you doing? Are you full of Christmas spirit or only just hanging in there? I just thought today I would share my top tips to help create some calm and diffuse some of the stress over the festive season.
Get realistic: simply remember you are only human. Just because it's Christmas perfection is still overrated so swap expectations for hope and avoid any 'shoulds' that always end up robbing us of every good feeling.
Stop comparing: Focus on enjoying your own festive season in whatever form that takes, forget the picture-perfect images you may see on social media or even in your own head.
Forget feeling you have to do it all: share out the workload this Christmas, accept help when it is offered or ask for it if/when you need it even if it means it may not be done exactly as you'd like. See it as a perfect time and way for connecting with others. At our house, the troops are on vegetable peeling duty and we all love the banter that it usually involves in the kitchen at that time. Messy but fun!
Take time out: pay close attention to your feelings in order to act quickly before you get tired, ratty and exhausted. Include in your timetable small pockets of time to do whatever feels restorative for you and make it part of the plan so you remember when you're in the thick of Christmas.
Give yourself a break: just because it is Christmas doesn’t me you have to be 100% cheerful at all times. You are allowed to feel the whole range of emotions including tiredness, sadness, loneliness etc. As a rule, always remember to treat yourself as you would do your best friend feeling the way you do.
Be ready to let things go: yes, it is the season to be jolly but the children will still squabble and old arguments may be brought up. Pick your battles and save your energy to deal only with what you feel really strongly about. And when you feel like things are about to get out of hand, it is time to get everyone out for a walk to cool off and get some well needed space and perspective.
Savour the good stuff: keep your eyes open for when things are going to plan, for the fun and laughter or for the peaceful and quiet moments, notice the joy and the good moments too. Isn't it what you have been looking forward to all along?
And now, I would like to wish you a relaxed and joyful Christmas, whatever that looks and feels like for you.
Take good care of yourself too.
Frederique xxx
So, the mighty festive season is finally upon us. Are you ready? How are you doing? Are you full of Christmas spirit or only just hanging in there? I just thought today I would share my top tips to help create some calm and diffuse some of the stress over the festive season.
Get realistic: simply remember you are only human. Just because it's Christmas perfection is still overrated so swap expectations for hope and avoid any 'shoulds' that always end up robbing us of every good feeling.
Stop comparing: Focus on enjoying your own festive season in whatever form that takes, forget the picture-perfect images you may see on social media or even in your own head.
Forget feeling you have to do it all: share out the workload this Christmas, accept help when it is offered or ask for it if/when you need it even if it means it may not be done exactly as you'd like. See it as a perfect time and way for connecting with others. At our house, the troops are on vegetable peeling duty and we all love the banter that it usually involves in the kitchen at that time. Messy but fun!
Take time out: pay close attention to your feelings in order to act quickly before you get tired, ratty and exhausted. Include in your timetable small pockets of time to do whatever feels restorative for you and make it part of the plan so you remember when you're in the thick of Christmas.
Give yourself a break: just because it is Christmas doesn’t me you have to be 100% cheerful at all times. You are allowed to feel the whole range of emotions including tiredness, sadness, loneliness etc. As a rule, always remember to treat yourself as you would do your best friend feeling the way you do.
Be ready to let things go: yes, it is the season to be jolly but the children will still squabble and old arguments may be brought up. Pick your battles and save your energy to deal only with what you feel really strongly about. And when you feel like things are about to get out of hand, it is time to get everyone out for a walk to cool off and get some well needed space and perspective.
Savour the good stuff: keep your eyes open for when things are going to plan, for the fun and laughter or for the peaceful and quiet moments, notice the joy and the good moments too. Isn't it what you have been looking forward to all along?
And now, I would like to wish you a relaxed and joyful Christmas, whatever that looks and feels like for you.
Take good care of yourself too.
Frederique xxx
1st December 2018
Christmas can be a difficult time for many who suffer with a mental health problem or for lonely people. If you click on the link below you will be redirected to my Facebook page where I have listed some great sources of support which may be helpful during the holidays. Let's spread the love x
www.facebook.com/endrickholistics/posts/1790186497689867
Christmas can be a difficult time for many who suffer with a mental health problem or for lonely people. If you click on the link below you will be redirected to my Facebook page where I have listed some great sources of support which may be helpful during the holidays. Let's spread the love x
www.facebook.com/endrickholistics/posts/1790186497689867
6th October 2018 - the celebrations are over and the results are in !
To celebrate the first anniversary of my small business, I decided to run a series f fundraising events to support local charities. With perfect timing during our last event last night, all the number squares were sold and number 4 was drawn at the end of the night. The lucky winner has been contacted and has already placed her £50 order of fantastic Neal's Yard Remedies Organic Products of her choice.
I am delighted to now share that together we managed to raise £233 to be shared equally between Strathcarron Hospice and Rainbow Valley Cancer Charity. My therapy clients, customers and I know the funds will be put to very good use. THANK YOU SO MUCH everyone who has helped, attended these events and contributed, supporting me and these 2 amazing charities in the process. It meant a lot xxx
To celebrate the first anniversary of my small business, I decided to run a series f fundraising events to support local charities. With perfect timing during our last event last night, all the number squares were sold and number 4 was drawn at the end of the night. The lucky winner has been contacted and has already placed her £50 order of fantastic Neal's Yard Remedies Organic Products of her choice.
I am delighted to now share that together we managed to raise £233 to be shared equally between Strathcarron Hospice and Rainbow Valley Cancer Charity. My therapy clients, customers and I know the funds will be put to very good use. THANK YOU SO MUCH everyone who has helped, attended these events and contributed, supporting me and these 2 amazing charities in the process. It meant a lot xxx
3rd October 2018: news time !
WELCOME : October can be a time for change. Autumn arrives, trees shed their leaves, the evenings draw in, the logs stacked up, the kindling dried, the winter festivities a glimmer on the horizon - a gentle pause as one season leads to another - A perfect lull to ponder priorities and maybe consider a treatment from Endrick Holistics - we are here to help. Last week was World Reflexology Week and it was very much about promoting the benefits of reflexology and sharing studies, testimonials, quirky facts about feet etc. This also prompted me to think about 'what my why is' and what made me want to become a therapist, what keeps me fascinated about this line of work and drives me to continuously broaden my knowledge and skills.
More than just my story and the reason that actually prompted me to sign up for a life changing career (one of my very first blog post on the website), I love the fact I could rekindle my passion for helping others, supporting people to help them feel better (by improving flexibility, restoring mobility, relieving pain, getting better sleep, becoming a calmer and more relaxed version of themselves, adapting to hormonal changes, managing stress and its chronic negative impact on the body, feeling less anxious, taking time for themselves and unwinding, relieving headaches and migraines and their debilitating symptoms etc) - ultimately everyone's idea of feeling better is different and I absolutely love the fact that I can support each and everyone's needs and tailor bespoke individual treatments through holistic therapies to help everyone reach their individual goals and promote balance and wellbeing from within. I also love the part of my line of work that is all about empowering my clients to be in the driving seat again and manage their life as they want it to become, it starts by raising self-awareness of thoughts and patterns and becoming more grounded, continues with our sessions and with personalised tips and tools to support and encourage them further in between sessions too.
So the million dollar question now is : what is feeling better for you and how can I help?
It is amazing when a purpose and a passion come together and I feel so blessed to do what I love and love what I do. Who would have thought that a dentist would ultimately become so excited about working on hands and feet? I like to think the Universe works in mysterious ways and always guides us to ultimately find our purpose.
I delved deeper into 'my why' again, after attending an amazing workshop last Friday In Stirling University for family carers and volunteers supporting people affected by dementia -I very highly recommend this free course if you know anyone it could help- there are only 3 sessions available left on the last Friday of October 2018, November 2018 and February 2019.
Attending this event made me once again realise how strongly I feel about being inclusive and believe no one should ever feel left out. This is another reason why I attended specific CPD courses to broaden my expertise (including Reflexology Lymph Drainage to help lymphoedema sufferers) and volunteer both for Strathcarron Hospice and Rainbow Valley Cancer Charity. It certainly looks like World Reflexology Week has gotten me thinking !
EVENT UPDATES: A very big thank you to everyone who has been supported me in my efforts to fundraise for Strathcarron Hospice and Rainbow Valley Charities so far as part of my little business' first birthday celebrations.
Our donation in lieu of therapy day on Saturday 22nd September was a success and we raised a fantastic 76 pounds. Thank you so much everyone! I believe my new and fantastic chamomile and lavender weighed eye pillow was also a big favourite of the day. You will be delighted to know I have now ordered some more options (chamomile or lavender only) and some eye masks for added relaxation. All natural and so soothing- a must try!
The second planned event - Neal’s Yard Remedies Open Evening - is happening on Friday evening (5th of October) from 7pm to 9pm at my house in Balfron - a lovely way to socialise and sample some of the amazing products of the range and a great time to get some Christmas shopping out of the way (it is coming rather fast). Just let me know if you are planning to come and feel free to bring a friend. With 10% of product sales made from the evening being donated to the two charities, you can pamper yourself and feel even better that two worthy causes have also been supported. Bespoke gift boxes can be made for any occasions and Endrick Holistics gift vouchers can also be included for that extra special and unique gift. All proceeds from treatments, lucky squares (only 24 numbers left to go before the big draw - email here to get yours) and 10% of all products sales on Friday will be split equally between Rainbow Valley and Strathcarron Hospice. All Neal's Yard orders placed through the webshop on Friday will also qualify.
I hope you have a lovely rest of the week and please let me know if you would be interested in joining me for the open evening for catering purposes. Thank you. Frederique x
19th September 2018 : What is RLD (REFLEXOLOGY LYMPH DRAINAGE)?
For those of you who have never met me and don’t know about the journey that led me to learning Reflexology and complementary therapies, I have been amazed by the benefits of this gentle and yet powerful therapy on a very close family member who received it as part of palliative care in 2015. In 2017, after finishing a very thorough and in depth clinical reflexology course credited by Edinburgh Napier University, I attended a CPD course adapting Reflexology for cancer- and hospice-care at the Christie’s foundation in Manchester and since then, I regularly volunteer as a therapist at Strathcarron Hospice and with Rainbow Valley Cancer Charity while also running Endrick Holistics in the G63 area and beyond (as far as Bearsden or Milngavie), focusing on providing local access to therapies and removing the need to travel further afield.
To continue to further develop my expertise around reflexology for cancer- and palliative-care, I have very recently attended a specific CPD course “Reflexology Lymph Drainage (RLD)”. Approved by the Association of Reflexologists and delivered by its developer Sally Kay BSc(Hons), “the course is an award-winning reflexology technique which focuses on stimulating the lymphatic reflexes on the feet or the hands. The aim is to cause an effect on the lymphatic system in the body. It is a unique sequence that has been researched and developed by Sally Kay BSc(Hons), whilst working in Cancer Care”.
RLD is based on stimulating the flow of lymph and helping drain any extra fluid retention build up within the body. This technique was part of a clinical research based on helping people affected with secondary lymphoedema linked to the removal or damage of lymph nodes either following surgery, radiotherapy or cancer treatment. This is an incredibly helpful tool as more people are living with this debilitating side effect for which there is currently no cure. There are 3 sequences available:
As an illustration, the photos above were taken at the beginning and end of one RLD session by Sally Kay who researched and developed the sequence and is teaching reflexologists all over the world about RLD. If you would like the RLD research poster as a PDF file of the poster which was presented at CAMSTRAND 2012 research conference. (This abstract was published in the European Journal of Integrative Medicine Volume 4, Issue 3, Pages e359-e360, September 2012), please email me directly. All this information and more up to date research can be found on www.reflexologylymphdrainage.co.uk . It has now since been found to also help with people affected by primary lymphoedema, lipoedema and auto-immune diseases, as it reduces the level of inflammation, removes the waste from the body and provides a fresh flow of new lymph. This therapeutic treatment can also help boost our immune system which tends to slow down as we get older.
Current findings suggest that Lymphatic drainage massage (MLD) is used to treat conditions other than lymphoedema, and RLD may be used similarly. MLD may be useful with the following conditions :
As part of the course, I have to submit case studies to get my Reflexology Lymph Drainage practitioner certification and I am looking for one or two volunteers in the local area suffering with lymphoedema to help them manage their lymphoedema better and they can contact me directly on 07818112693 or by email at endrickholistics@gmail.com. All personal data would remain confidential as per GDPR guidelines. This would include a full first consultation, measurements of both arms or legs before and after each of our 4 RLD sessions and I am happy to offer these sessions for free as part of my case study. Each RLD treatment would be used as a therapy session of 60 minutes either weekly or bi-weekly until the 4 sessions are finished. As you can see from the graphs below, most significant changes are made on the first session. This will then allow me to get my full practitioner certification and allow me to offer those treatments on an ongoing basis locally.
Should you require any further information, please feel free to get in touch. I can be reached on 07818112693 or by email at endrickholistics@gmail.com.
For those of you who have never met me and don’t know about the journey that led me to learning Reflexology and complementary therapies, I have been amazed by the benefits of this gentle and yet powerful therapy on a very close family member who received it as part of palliative care in 2015. In 2017, after finishing a very thorough and in depth clinical reflexology course credited by Edinburgh Napier University, I attended a CPD course adapting Reflexology for cancer- and hospice-care at the Christie’s foundation in Manchester and since then, I regularly volunteer as a therapist at Strathcarron Hospice and with Rainbow Valley Cancer Charity while also running Endrick Holistics in the G63 area and beyond (as far as Bearsden or Milngavie), focusing on providing local access to therapies and removing the need to travel further afield.
To continue to further develop my expertise around reflexology for cancer- and palliative-care, I have very recently attended a specific CPD course “Reflexology Lymph Drainage (RLD)”. Approved by the Association of Reflexologists and delivered by its developer Sally Kay BSc(Hons), “the course is an award-winning reflexology technique which focuses on stimulating the lymphatic reflexes on the feet or the hands. The aim is to cause an effect on the lymphatic system in the body. It is a unique sequence that has been researched and developed by Sally Kay BSc(Hons), whilst working in Cancer Care”.
RLD is based on stimulating the flow of lymph and helping drain any extra fluid retention build up within the body. This technique was part of a clinical research based on helping people affected with secondary lymphoedema linked to the removal or damage of lymph nodes either following surgery, radiotherapy or cancer treatment. This is an incredibly helpful tool as more people are living with this debilitating side effect for which there is currently no cure. There are 3 sequences available:
- RLD for unilateral lymphoedema of the arm
- RLD for lymphoedema of the leg
- RLD for bilateral lymphoedema of the arms
As an illustration, the photos above were taken at the beginning and end of one RLD session by Sally Kay who researched and developed the sequence and is teaching reflexologists all over the world about RLD. If you would like the RLD research poster as a PDF file of the poster which was presented at CAMSTRAND 2012 research conference. (This abstract was published in the European Journal of Integrative Medicine Volume 4, Issue 3, Pages e359-e360, September 2012), please email me directly. All this information and more up to date research can be found on www.reflexologylymphdrainage.co.uk . It has now since been found to also help with people affected by primary lymphoedema, lipoedema and auto-immune diseases, as it reduces the level of inflammation, removes the waste from the body and provides a fresh flow of new lymph. This therapeutic treatment can also help boost our immune system which tends to slow down as we get older.
Current findings suggest that Lymphatic drainage massage (MLD) is used to treat conditions other than lymphoedema, and RLD may be used similarly. MLD may be useful with the following conditions :
As part of the course, I have to submit case studies to get my Reflexology Lymph Drainage practitioner certification and I am looking for one or two volunteers in the local area suffering with lymphoedema to help them manage their lymphoedema better and they can contact me directly on 07818112693 or by email at endrickholistics@gmail.com. All personal data would remain confidential as per GDPR guidelines. This would include a full first consultation, measurements of both arms or legs before and after each of our 4 RLD sessions and I am happy to offer these sessions for free as part of my case study. Each RLD treatment would be used as a therapy session of 60 minutes either weekly or bi-weekly until the 4 sessions are finished. As you can see from the graphs below, most significant changes are made on the first session. This will then allow me to get my full practitioner certification and allow me to offer those treatments on an ongoing basis locally.
Should you require any further information, please feel free to get in touch. I can be reached on 07818112693 or by email at endrickholistics@gmail.com.
Reflexology Lymph Drainage- poster research which was presented at CAMSTRAND 2012 research conference. (This abstract was published in the European Journal of Integrative Medicine Volume 4, Issue 3, Pages e359-e360, September 2012)
15th September 2018: exciting news at Endrick Holistics HQ - newsletter time!
Welcome : September has been an incredibly busy month so far at Endrick Holistics HQ and involved getting back into school/work routine, having my eldest leaving the nest and moving to university. This week, I also attended a fantastic course, which has blown me away, deepened my knowledge and spurred me on to make my therapy sessions even more tailored and specific to individual needs, particularly but not exclusively for people affected by lymphoedema (where there is currently no medical treatment available) and auto-immune diseases.
SEPTEMBER can be a difficult time for many of us. Are you feeling stressed now that summer is over and it's back-to-school and back-to-work? Many parents experience anxiety specifically related to this time of year so you are not alone.
Stress can affect every aspect of our lives - our jobs, our relationships, our sleep and even our mental health. But it doesn’t have to. I often find my clients feel very relaxed during their sessions but struggle to keep the benefits once back at home and at work with stress building up again. This is the reason tailored aftercare advice and specific tips and tools are given after each session. They are designed to be used on the go as and when needed to slow the body's innate 'fight or flight' response to stressors and to maintain the benefits of calm and balance the body needs for optimal function and wellbeing. Most of these tools are simple and some take just a few minutes a day, to start a new routine and empower you to be in the driving seat again and manage your life as you want it to become.
I loved one of my clients' responses this week when I asked her what she’d like to gain from her Reflexology- ‘I’d like to be the best version of myself I can be and take care of myself’. I love assisting and supporting her in reaching her goal.
Reflexology is so beneficial for the body and the mind, it is worth thinking of it as essential wellbeing rather than an occasional treat. You can read the testimonials here to see the wide range of benefits experienced by my clients ranging from pampering and relaxation, to helping with issues such as anxiety, depression, sleep, digestion, stress, headaches/migraines, allergies, pain etc.
HOT OF THE PRESS : I have been so lucky to attend this course this week in Edinburgh and boy was it worth the wait! Reflexology Lymph Drainage is absolutely amazing and can be applied to provide relief and support our bodies in many ways. I was so excited by the research, course delivery and experiencing the benefits. Between myself and the 19 other therapists, comments on post treatment benefits included - "calming the mind and body", "less tension, more energetic", "less bloating", "feeling clearer in the head with clearer sinuses, headache gone", "feeling lighter and more serene", "less aches and pains", "breast swelling and tension going down".
RLD is based on stimulating the flow of lymph and helping drain any extra fluid retention build up within the body. This technique was part of a clinical research based on helping people affected with primary lymphoedema (genetic predisposition) or secondary lymphoedema (linked to the removal or damage of lymph nodes) following surgery, radiotherapy or cancer treatment. This is an incredibly helpful tool as more people are living with this debilitating side effect for which there is currently no cure. The photos above were taken by Sally Kay BSc(Hons) who researched and developed the sequence and is teaching reflexologists all over the world about RLD.
It has now since been found to also help with lipoedema and auto-immune diseases, as it reduces the level of inflammation, removes the waste from the body and provides a fresh flow of new lymph. This therapeutic treatment can also help boost our immune system which tends to slow down as we get older. For a full list of the many indications of RLD, please click here. This treatment can be used as a stand alone therapy treatment of 60 minutes or incorporated within a regular reflexology treatment for a session of 75 minutes.
As part of the course, I have to submit a case study and I would be extremely grateful if you could perhaps let any of your friends local to Balfron suffering with lymphoedema know about this and perhaps suggest them to contact me directly on 07818112693 or via email. This would include measurements of the arms before and after each of our 4 sessions. I am happy to offer these sessions for free as part of my case study.
SAVE THE DATES : Thank you very much to everyone who have supported me in my efforts to fundraise for Strathcarron Hospice and Rainbow Valley Charities so far.
Reflexology, Reiki or Indian Head Massage charity day with donations in lieu (£10 for 30 minutes / £20 for 60 minutes including consultation) is a perfect opportunity to come and see how these gentle yet powerful soothing therapies can help promote balance and wellbeing from within. Sessions will be held in Balfron on Saturday 22nd September. Please call 07818112693 to book your preferred slot.
Due to personal circumstances, I unfortunately had to postpone the Neal’s Yard Remedies Open Evening in August but I am happy to host this event in Balfron on Friday 5th of October- a lovely way to socialise and sample some of the amazing products of the range and a great time to get some Christmas shopping out of the way (only 12 weeks left to go! Lol). Just let me know if you are planning to come and feel free to bring a friend. With 10% of product sales made from the evening being donated to the two charities, you can pamper yourself and feel even better that two worthy causes have also been supported. All proceeds from treatments, raffles, lucky squares and 10% of all products sales on the days will be split equally between Rainbow Valley and Strathcarron Hospice.
I hope you have a lovely weekend and please let me know if you would be interested in joining me for the open evening or the taster sessions day. Frederique x
Welcome : September has been an incredibly busy month so far at Endrick Holistics HQ and involved getting back into school/work routine, having my eldest leaving the nest and moving to university. This week, I also attended a fantastic course, which has blown me away, deepened my knowledge and spurred me on to make my therapy sessions even more tailored and specific to individual needs, particularly but not exclusively for people affected by lymphoedema (where there is currently no medical treatment available) and auto-immune diseases.
SEPTEMBER can be a difficult time for many of us. Are you feeling stressed now that summer is over and it's back-to-school and back-to-work? Many parents experience anxiety specifically related to this time of year so you are not alone.
Stress can affect every aspect of our lives - our jobs, our relationships, our sleep and even our mental health. But it doesn’t have to. I often find my clients feel very relaxed during their sessions but struggle to keep the benefits once back at home and at work with stress building up again. This is the reason tailored aftercare advice and specific tips and tools are given after each session. They are designed to be used on the go as and when needed to slow the body's innate 'fight or flight' response to stressors and to maintain the benefits of calm and balance the body needs for optimal function and wellbeing. Most of these tools are simple and some take just a few minutes a day, to start a new routine and empower you to be in the driving seat again and manage your life as you want it to become.
I loved one of my clients' responses this week when I asked her what she’d like to gain from her Reflexology- ‘I’d like to be the best version of myself I can be and take care of myself’. I love assisting and supporting her in reaching her goal.
Reflexology is so beneficial for the body and the mind, it is worth thinking of it as essential wellbeing rather than an occasional treat. You can read the testimonials here to see the wide range of benefits experienced by my clients ranging from pampering and relaxation, to helping with issues such as anxiety, depression, sleep, digestion, stress, headaches/migraines, allergies, pain etc.
HOT OF THE PRESS : I have been so lucky to attend this course this week in Edinburgh and boy was it worth the wait! Reflexology Lymph Drainage is absolutely amazing and can be applied to provide relief and support our bodies in many ways. I was so excited by the research, course delivery and experiencing the benefits. Between myself and the 19 other therapists, comments on post treatment benefits included - "calming the mind and body", "less tension, more energetic", "less bloating", "feeling clearer in the head with clearer sinuses, headache gone", "feeling lighter and more serene", "less aches and pains", "breast swelling and tension going down".
RLD is based on stimulating the flow of lymph and helping drain any extra fluid retention build up within the body. This technique was part of a clinical research based on helping people affected with primary lymphoedema (genetic predisposition) or secondary lymphoedema (linked to the removal or damage of lymph nodes) following surgery, radiotherapy or cancer treatment. This is an incredibly helpful tool as more people are living with this debilitating side effect for which there is currently no cure. The photos above were taken by Sally Kay BSc(Hons) who researched and developed the sequence and is teaching reflexologists all over the world about RLD.
It has now since been found to also help with lipoedema and auto-immune diseases, as it reduces the level of inflammation, removes the waste from the body and provides a fresh flow of new lymph. This therapeutic treatment can also help boost our immune system which tends to slow down as we get older. For a full list of the many indications of RLD, please click here. This treatment can be used as a stand alone therapy treatment of 60 minutes or incorporated within a regular reflexology treatment for a session of 75 minutes.
As part of the course, I have to submit a case study and I would be extremely grateful if you could perhaps let any of your friends local to Balfron suffering with lymphoedema know about this and perhaps suggest them to contact me directly on 07818112693 or via email. This would include measurements of the arms before and after each of our 4 sessions. I am happy to offer these sessions for free as part of my case study.
SAVE THE DATES : Thank you very much to everyone who have supported me in my efforts to fundraise for Strathcarron Hospice and Rainbow Valley Charities so far.
Reflexology, Reiki or Indian Head Massage charity day with donations in lieu (£10 for 30 minutes / £20 for 60 minutes including consultation) is a perfect opportunity to come and see how these gentle yet powerful soothing therapies can help promote balance and wellbeing from within. Sessions will be held in Balfron on Saturday 22nd September. Please call 07818112693 to book your preferred slot.
Due to personal circumstances, I unfortunately had to postpone the Neal’s Yard Remedies Open Evening in August but I am happy to host this event in Balfron on Friday 5th of October- a lovely way to socialise and sample some of the amazing products of the range and a great time to get some Christmas shopping out of the way (only 12 weeks left to go! Lol). Just let me know if you are planning to come and feel free to bring a friend. With 10% of product sales made from the evening being donated to the two charities, you can pamper yourself and feel even better that two worthy causes have also been supported. All proceeds from treatments, raffles, lucky squares and 10% of all products sales on the days will be split equally between Rainbow Valley and Strathcarron Hospice.
I hope you have a lovely weekend and please let me know if you would be interested in joining me for the open evening or the taster sessions day. Frederique x
4th September 2018: save the date
The date for the taster sessions' event for Rainbow Valley and Strathcarron Hospice has been set to Saturday 22nd September. A suggested donation of £10 per half hour session will be gratefully received and put to great use by these 2 amazing and local charities. To book prior to the day, please call 07818112693 or email endrickholistics@gmail.com- Thank you x
The date for the taster sessions' event for Rainbow Valley and Strathcarron Hospice has been set to Saturday 22nd September. A suggested donation of £10 per half hour session will be gratefully received and put to great use by these 2 amazing and local charities. To book prior to the day, please call 07818112693 or email endrickholistics@gmail.com- Thank you x
31st August 2018 - lucky winner draw
The winner of our Facebook lucky draw competition to celebrate Endrick Holistics's first birthday since its launch was Louise MacLeod and she was delighted to win a full session of the therapy of her choice. Many thanks to everyone who took part and helped spread the word of the benefits of Reflexology, Reiki and Indian Head Massage.
The winner of our Facebook lucky draw competition to celebrate Endrick Holistics's first birthday since its launch was Louise MacLeod and she was delighted to win a full session of the therapy of her choice. Many thanks to everyone who took part and helped spread the word of the benefits of Reflexology, Reiki and Indian Head Massage.
1st August 2018: HAPPY FIRST BIRTHDAY ENDRICK HOLISTICS ! TIME TO CELEBRATE AND SHARE THE LOVE !
Today Endrick Holistics is celebrating its first full year in business. It means the world to me to be running my own holistic therapy business and I can't believe it is now a year since Endrick Holistics was launched. Thank you so much to everyone who has come and visited my treatment room and helped make my dream come true.
My dream is to continue to empower women (who then empower their own families and sometimes send on their husbands and children along too) to manage their health and wellbeing in the most natural way possible and to support them every step of the way. It is so rewarding and such a blessing to see the positive difference the therapies are having and I absolutely love learning every day too, deepening my knowledge and expertise further.
To celebrate this big milestone, I am planning a few events and special offers which I hope you will enjoy so please do read on !
- As a thank you to all my lovely and loyal clients who have come in the last 12 months, I will offer a £5 discount on their next treatment booked before the end of August.
- I believe strongly in giving back and I would like to also support 2 local charities very close to my heart where I volunteer my services and raise awareness of the amazing work they do. I would like to fundraise for Strathcarron Hospice and Rainbow Valley Charities by offering 2 types of events:
• I will hold a Neal’s Yard Remedies Open Evening in Balfron on Thursday the 16th of August to socialise and sample some of the amazing products of the range.
• On a separate day, I will also offer a day of Reflexology, Reiki or Indian Head Massage taster sessions with donations in lieu (£10 for 30 minutes). This could be the perfect opportunity to come and see how these gentle yet powerful soothing therapies can help promote balance and wellbeing from within. Sessions will be held in Balfron with the date to be confirmed. (Most likely a Saturday in September). Bookings in advance will be essential. Details shall be added on the blog of the website and on social media.
All proceeds from treatments, raffles, lucky squares and 10% of all products sales on the days will be split equally between Rainbow Valley and Strathcarron Hospice.
One way to start the ball rolling will be by using sheets of lucky squares and I wondered if some of you may like the chance to help win £50 of Neal's Yard Remedies products for yourselves or perhaps even a great way to start your Christmas shopping early (did I just mention Xmas?!!!).
£2 a box and a few sheets of 50 boxes (each representing £100) are up for grabs! Each finished sheet will have one lucky winner who will receive £50 of Neal's Yard Remedies products of their choice with both Rainbow Valley and Strathcarron Hospice receiving £25 cash each.
If you would like to help spread the word and raise awareness of the amazing work both these fantastic charities do. I am sure they would all greatly appreciate any support. No end date, I will just keep going. As all the boxes are sold on a sheet, I will draw a number live on Facebook.
Payments can be made via Paypal and the winner of the NYRO products can get their goodies sent anywhere in the UK, Ireland, France or Germany.
I hope you get to enjoy these special offers and thank you once again for all the support in the last 12 months.
Frederique xxx
22nd July 2018 : A good night sleep: dream or reality?
Increasingly people who are having trouble with sleep are exploring more natural ways to improve the situation. The issues may stem from a multitude of causes - some mental (stress, tension); some physical (pain, injury, medication etc.) – all too often a combination of both in our hectic and stressful modern lifestyles.
When a person feels balanced and calm, combined with a sense of relaxation often following therapy sessions such as Reflexology, Reiki or Indian Head Massage, natural sleep rhythms are encouraged to re-establish themselves. With these holistic treatments being tailored to the individual needs of each client and stimulating the body’s inner ability to self-heal, the calming and soothing experience can promote balance and wellbeing from within and the benefits continue well after the session has ended.
Personally, I don’t only consider sleep as being just about rest and rejuvenation to restore and energise the body. To me, it also has a broader impact in terms of inspiration, insight, motivation and creativity and our ability to keep learning, expand our horizons and enjoy living life to the full.
A few interesting facts about sleep: Did you know …
My TOP TIPS for a restful night sleep involve starting a new bedtime routine - training our brain to recognise a series of actions taken repeatedly in a sequenced way as winding down time. Some suggestions below will focus on optimising your sleep environment but the key message is actually for the brain - It MUST associate your bedroom with relaxation and comfort as opposed to stimulation or stress.
1. Avoid late meals in the evening, ideally the digestion process should be finished before bedtime.
2. Switch off all technology at least 1 hour before bedtime and remove TV and electronic devices out of bedrooms.
3. No work in the bedroom, dim the lights, keep the room cool, calm and quiet activities to wind down before bedtime. Reading for a few minutes helps sleep but thrillers or work-related content books/documents before bedtime are counterproductive.
4. Have a 20-minute full bath (or footbath) with Epsom salts at least 1 hour before bedtime to increase the absorption of magnesium in the body. Please make sure you drink plenty of water afterwards to rehydrate. This should not be done on days where you have therapy treatments as it increases the detoxification process.
5. Use the power of essential oils can help with the relaxation process: I use the Neal’s Yard Remedies Organic (NYRO) Range as an add-on to my therapies as it can help my clients maintain the benefits of our sessions for longer by keeping stress levels low. I’ll include some suggestion later in the blog.
6. Write down any lingering thoughts or worries/concerns on paper to remove mental clutter. The list will be ready and there for the next morning.
7. Use the solar plexus reflex on the hands a few times, always pressing as you inhale and releasing as you exhale, making sure you balance both hands as demonstrated during our Reflexology session.
8. Sinking back into a soft pillow, you could recall your most relaxing Reflexology or Reiki session for easing into sleep. This visualisation and sensory recall tricks the brain into thinking you are having the experience right there and then.
9. Practice slow, deep breathing (inhale for 4, hold for 5, exhale for 7), a progressive relaxation exercise to relax the muscles around the body or alternatively listen to a sleep guided meditation.
10. As mentioned in point 5, there are a number of NYRO products that I would recommend to help you restore a good night’s sleep:
Frederique x
Increasingly people who are having trouble with sleep are exploring more natural ways to improve the situation. The issues may stem from a multitude of causes - some mental (stress, tension); some physical (pain, injury, medication etc.) – all too often a combination of both in our hectic and stressful modern lifestyles.
When a person feels balanced and calm, combined with a sense of relaxation often following therapy sessions such as Reflexology, Reiki or Indian Head Massage, natural sleep rhythms are encouraged to re-establish themselves. With these holistic treatments being tailored to the individual needs of each client and stimulating the body’s inner ability to self-heal, the calming and soothing experience can promote balance and wellbeing from within and the benefits continue well after the session has ended.
Personally, I don’t only consider sleep as being just about rest and rejuvenation to restore and energise the body. To me, it also has a broader impact in terms of inspiration, insight, motivation and creativity and our ability to keep learning, expand our horizons and enjoy living life to the full.
A few interesting facts about sleep: Did you know …
- The optimum amount of sleep required ranges from 6.5 hours to 8 hours for an adult but the depth and quality of sleep are just as equally important as the duration of our slumber.
- Sleep quality and duration can also be affected by stimulants such as alcohol, smoking and caffeine. Although relaxing at first, alcohol later disrupts and creates fitful sleep. Similarly, caffeine and high vitamin C-rich food and drinks (fruits, vegetables, smoothies…) are best consumed before 2pm to avoid interference with a good night’s sleep.
- Falling asleep within 5 minutes of your head touching the pillow is a clear sign of sleep deprivation while 10-15 minutes is the average recommended time.
- Keeping active and exercising during the day helps with sleep at night by releasing endorphins.
- The optimal bedroom temperature is about 18 degrees to help the body core temperature decrease in order to fall asleep. Contrary to common belief, having a hot bath just before bedtime isn’t therefore conducive to falling asleep.
- A dark bedroom is favourable to sleep as is feeling safe and comfortable in your surrounding environment.
- Lack of sleep can be linked to weight gain as it creates a shift of balance to the levels of 2 important hormones: Ghrelin (which stimulates hunger) and its counterpart Leptin (which signals satiety).
- Lack of sleep reduces our ability to concentrate and increases our irritability.
- The blue light from electronic devices can suppress the secretion of melatonin and therefore affect our sleep
- Chronic sleep deprivation causes ageing to occur more rapidly as Growth hormone levels (released during the deep sleep phase) are impacted and affect skin repair and rejuvenation.
- If a person needs to go to the toilet more than once at night, drinking less fluids in the evening may help but, in order to maintain adequate hydration levels, increasing water intake during day time is important.
My TOP TIPS for a restful night sleep involve starting a new bedtime routine - training our brain to recognise a series of actions taken repeatedly in a sequenced way as winding down time. Some suggestions below will focus on optimising your sleep environment but the key message is actually for the brain - It MUST associate your bedroom with relaxation and comfort as opposed to stimulation or stress.
1. Avoid late meals in the evening, ideally the digestion process should be finished before bedtime.
2. Switch off all technology at least 1 hour before bedtime and remove TV and electronic devices out of bedrooms.
3. No work in the bedroom, dim the lights, keep the room cool, calm and quiet activities to wind down before bedtime. Reading for a few minutes helps sleep but thrillers or work-related content books/documents before bedtime are counterproductive.
4. Have a 20-minute full bath (or footbath) with Epsom salts at least 1 hour before bedtime to increase the absorption of magnesium in the body. Please make sure you drink plenty of water afterwards to rehydrate. This should not be done on days where you have therapy treatments as it increases the detoxification process.
5. Use the power of essential oils can help with the relaxation process: I use the Neal’s Yard Remedies Organic (NYRO) Range as an add-on to my therapies as it can help my clients maintain the benefits of our sessions for longer by keeping stress levels low. I’ll include some suggestion later in the blog.
6. Write down any lingering thoughts or worries/concerns on paper to remove mental clutter. The list will be ready and there for the next morning.
7. Use the solar plexus reflex on the hands a few times, always pressing as you inhale and releasing as you exhale, making sure you balance both hands as demonstrated during our Reflexology session.
8. Sinking back into a soft pillow, you could recall your most relaxing Reflexology or Reiki session for easing into sleep. This visualisation and sensory recall tricks the brain into thinking you are having the experience right there and then.
9. Practice slow, deep breathing (inhale for 4, hold for 5, exhale for 7), a progressive relaxation exercise to relax the muscles around the body or alternatively listen to a sleep guided meditation.
10. As mentioned in point 5, there are a number of NYRO products that I would recommend to help you restore a good night’s sleep:
- After a bath, apply to the skin some slightly fragranced body lotion - NYRO beauty sleep body butter or beauty sleep body lotion have both been designed for this purpose.
- Alternatively, you can use a diffuser with water with 1 drop of NYRO night time essential oil 1 hour before bedtime. Switch off 30 minutes before bedtime or it switches itself off when the water runs out for safety.
- Another option could be to spritz the award winning NYRO goodnight pillow mist near your bed- all these options aim to be using a carefully created balance of tranquil essential oils to help you drift to sleep and promote a sense of calm for a peaceful night sleep.
- On the go, the remedies to roll selection (relaxation, night-time) can slip into a pocket or handbag and can be used on pulse points to help with sleep in new surroundings.
- The NYRO white tea facial mist could also prove useful if you are struggling with night sweats and need cooling down quickly during the night, thus helping you fall asleep faster again.
Frederique x
3rd July 2018: Summer special offer
As my working hours become more flexible this summer to fit around family holiday plans and children's busy schedule, I am delighted to offer during the month of July the opportunity to enjoy a half hour Reflexology by a half hour Reiki session for £25 only. A perfect opportunity to perhaps try something new and get to make the most of the benefits of both those gentle, soothing yet powerful therapies. See you soon x
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21st June 2018 : a gentle reminder
Time is running out... Last chance to benefit from the 20% discount offer for all working NHS nurses - a small gesture as a thank you for all the hard work nurses do for us and our loved ones in times of need. This offer was well received to celebrate International Nurses Day and finishes at the end of June. If you haven't had a chance to book, now is the perfect time. x |
17 June 2018 : Father's Day
I would like to wish a very happy Father's Day to all the wonderful dads and father figures out there. Spending time with our fathers is a privilege with love and family being treasures sadly denied to many so I am sending love clouds (see link) to all the people who are missing their dads today.www.facebook.com/khmercloudprinter/videos/1111409565600955
I would like to wish a very happy Father's Day to all the wonderful dads and father figures out there. Spending time with our fathers is a privilege with love and family being treasures sadly denied to many so I am sending love clouds (see link) to all the people who are missing their dads today.www.facebook.com/khmercloudprinter/videos/1111409565600955
3rd June 2018: Newsletter Ahoy ........ENDRICK HOLISTICS: Restoring balance and wellbeing from within
Volunteering: I am delighted to start my training with Strathcarron Hospice this month and I am also looking forward to taking part again to the "7 steps to health" pampering evening run by Rainbow Valley Cancer Charity, a fantastic and positive session during their 3 day residential course in Ardoch House. We are ever so lucky to have such amazing settings and resources locally.
It's so exciting that the holiday season is just around the corner and Endrick Holistics is more than happy to help you start the relaxation process before you leave for the sun or before the children start their sun filled 7 weeks of summer fun - on your marks, get set......Pampering sessions are also available to be enjoyed in the comfort of your own home if you are local to G63 - a fantastic opportunity to have friends or family get together for a treat and a catch up especially as the Football World Cup is about to kick off. For any party of 4 or more, a 20% discount will be applied.
I hope you enjoy the sunshine and the uplifting feeling that inevitably comes with it. Frederique x
Volunteering: I am delighted to start my training with Strathcarron Hospice this month and I am also looking forward to taking part again to the "7 steps to health" pampering evening run by Rainbow Valley Cancer Charity, a fantastic and positive session during their 3 day residential course in Ardoch House. We are ever so lucky to have such amazing settings and resources locally.
It's so exciting that the holiday season is just around the corner and Endrick Holistics is more than happy to help you start the relaxation process before you leave for the sun or before the children start their sun filled 7 weeks of summer fun - on your marks, get set......Pampering sessions are also available to be enjoyed in the comfort of your own home if you are local to G63 - a fantastic opportunity to have friends or family get together for a treat and a catch up especially as the Football World Cup is about to kick off. For any party of 4 or more, a 20% discount will be applied.
I hope you enjoy the sunshine and the uplifting feeling that inevitably comes with it. Frederique x
May 2018 Special Offer : As a big THANK YOU to all the incredible NHS nurses for their amazing work and dedication and to celebrate International Nurses Day I am offering all NHS Nurses 20% off any full price therapy treatment until the end of June 2018. (Sessions to be held in Balfron). Book here
*Please bring proof of employment and photographic ID*
*Please bring proof of employment and photographic ID*
May Newsletter's Highlights for reference only : pictures excuded
APRIL HIGHLIGHTS : Another busy month at Endrick Holistics HQ which included an interview to become a volunteer as a therapist on an ongoing basis with Strathcarron Hospice in Denny. As many of you know, I strongly believe in the benefits of the therapies in cancer- and palliative- care and I am delighted to be able to help there in the near future. It feels good to somehow be closing a circle, returning to what started me on my journey to becoming a therapist.
This month I have also enjoyed doing a mini workshop with the Primary 7s in Balfron Primary School sharing my experience about being a reflexologist and a dentist during their my World of Work Week. They asked many pertinent questions and were busy practising on the solar plexus reflex on their hands to potentially help in those stressful or challenging times that are inherent part of life.
GDPR AND DATA PROTECTION UPDATE : You must be inundated with emails about the Data Protection Act changing and new regulations being implemented by 25th May. It is very important that you know I only use the information you have shared for the purpose it was initially intended- to check that you are able to receive a therapy treatment safely and that there are no medical issues that may affect the treatment. I also use your contacts to keep you up to date with news and offers by Endrick Holistics (as you have agreed to when filling the consultation form or signing up the contact form via my website) and I never discuss or pass on your details to anyone else. Your information and notes are kept solely on paper and in a locked filing cabinet and email addresses are used from computers or devices that are password protected. Should you no longer wish to receive emails and updates, please email me directly. For insurance purposes, I need to keep all consultation forms and notes for 7 years for adults or for 7 years after children reach their majority so until they turn 25. My privacy policy will be uploaded on the website before the 25th May.
I am planning to run a workshop in Balfron focussing on peri-menopause and menopause with specific emphasis on the 3 areas of skin, sleep and balance. This event will be focused on reflexology to help rebalance the hormones and the main body systems and will include sampling of some Neal's Yard Remedies Organic range of products to help alleviate a wide range of symptoms and discomforts. There are so many tools available to support women as they enter into this next phase, why not share the knowledge and help make this transition a little smoother?
Should you be interested to attend or know of anyone who may be, please feel free to get in touch and I will organise it.
FEES UPDATE: I have recently updated the fees scale to reflect on the fact that young children sessions do not last as long as adults and have added a flat rate for pensioners - every little helps!
APRIL HIGHLIGHTS : Another busy month at Endrick Holistics HQ which included an interview to become a volunteer as a therapist on an ongoing basis with Strathcarron Hospice in Denny. As many of you know, I strongly believe in the benefits of the therapies in cancer- and palliative- care and I am delighted to be able to help there in the near future. It feels good to somehow be closing a circle, returning to what started me on my journey to becoming a therapist.
This month I have also enjoyed doing a mini workshop with the Primary 7s in Balfron Primary School sharing my experience about being a reflexologist and a dentist during their my World of Work Week. They asked many pertinent questions and were busy practising on the solar plexus reflex on their hands to potentially help in those stressful or challenging times that are inherent part of life.
GDPR AND DATA PROTECTION UPDATE : You must be inundated with emails about the Data Protection Act changing and new regulations being implemented by 25th May. It is very important that you know I only use the information you have shared for the purpose it was initially intended- to check that you are able to receive a therapy treatment safely and that there are no medical issues that may affect the treatment. I also use your contacts to keep you up to date with news and offers by Endrick Holistics (as you have agreed to when filling the consultation form or signing up the contact form via my website) and I never discuss or pass on your details to anyone else. Your information and notes are kept solely on paper and in a locked filing cabinet and email addresses are used from computers or devices that are password protected. Should you no longer wish to receive emails and updates, please email me directly. For insurance purposes, I need to keep all consultation forms and notes for 7 years for adults or for 7 years after children reach their majority so until they turn 25. My privacy policy will be uploaded on the website before the 25th May.
I am planning to run a workshop in Balfron focussing on peri-menopause and menopause with specific emphasis on the 3 areas of skin, sleep and balance. This event will be focused on reflexology to help rebalance the hormones and the main body systems and will include sampling of some Neal's Yard Remedies Organic range of products to help alleviate a wide range of symptoms and discomforts. There are so many tools available to support women as they enter into this next phase, why not share the knowledge and help make this transition a little smoother?
Should you be interested to attend or know of anyone who may be, please feel free to get in touch and I will organise it.
FEES UPDATE: I have recently updated the fees scale to reflect on the fact that young children sessions do not last as long as adults and have added a flat rate for pensioners - every little helps!
7th January 2018 : Progress !!!!
This subject is very close to my heart and I thought I would share it here- it is wonderful to see some research showcasing how Reflexology and Complementary Therapies can help and support people while they undergo cancer treatment. Please feel free to share with anyone you know it could help x
msutoday.msu.edu/news/2016/at-home-therapies-help-cancer-patients-cope
This subject is very close to my heart and I thought I would share it here- it is wonderful to see some research showcasing how Reflexology and Complementary Therapies can help and support people while they undergo cancer treatment. Please feel free to share with anyone you know it could help x
msutoday.msu.edu/news/2016/at-home-therapies-help-cancer-patients-cope
5th January 2018 : Happy New Year everyone !
I hope this post finds you all nicely refreshed and ready to step into 2018 with gusto after the festive season break.
January tends to be the month of new resolutions, a clean slate and a new start perhaps to a healthier, fitter, kinder version of yourself? While I wish you every success in your endeavours, I found the article below very interesting and I thought I would share it here as it offers a new lens to resolutions, offering people a chance to take a self-compassionate look at how we approach self development and our mental health this year by making sure you choose things that work for you and will help you see these resolutions through for lasting effects. Happy reading and do bear in mind that Reflexology, Reiki and Indian Head Massage are all therapies that aim to support you and your wellbeing in a gentle yet powerful way because YOU MATTER and YOU ARE IMPORTANT !
www.mentalhealth.org.uk/blog/theme-yourself-2018
I hope this post finds you all nicely refreshed and ready to step into 2018 with gusto after the festive season break.
January tends to be the month of new resolutions, a clean slate and a new start perhaps to a healthier, fitter, kinder version of yourself? While I wish you every success in your endeavours, I found the article below very interesting and I thought I would share it here as it offers a new lens to resolutions, offering people a chance to take a self-compassionate look at how we approach self development and our mental health this year by making sure you choose things that work for you and will help you see these resolutions through for lasting effects. Happy reading and do bear in mind that Reflexology, Reiki and Indian Head Massage are all therapies that aim to support you and your wellbeing in a gentle yet powerful way because YOU MATTER and YOU ARE IMPORTANT !
www.mentalhealth.org.uk/blog/theme-yourself-2018
6th December 2017: Support during the holidays
Christmas can be a difficult time for many who suffer with a mental health problem or for lonely people. If you click on the link below you will be redirected to my Facebook page where I have listed some great sources of support which may be helpful during the holidays. Let's spread the love x
www.facebook.com/endrickholistics/posts/1790186497689867
Christmas can be a difficult time for many who suffer with a mental health problem or for lonely people. If you click on the link below you will be redirected to my Facebook page where I have listed some great sources of support which may be helpful during the holidays. Let's spread the love x
www.facebook.com/endrickholistics/posts/1790186497689867
4th December 2017: Pampering parties available
What sounds better than having a few friends or family members get together for a relaxing time ? Endrick Holistics is delighted to offer afternoon or evening sessions where you and your partner/friends/family/guests can enjoy a choice of therapies in the comfort of your own home if you are local to G63. These therapies are beneficial and suitable for all ages.
For any party of 4 or more, a 20% discount will be applied, please call 07818112693 for details.
What sounds better than having a few friends or family members get together for a relaxing time ? Endrick Holistics is delighted to offer afternoon or evening sessions where you and your partner/friends/family/guests can enjoy a choice of therapies in the comfort of your own home if you are local to G63. These therapies are beneficial and suitable for all ages.
For any party of 4 or more, a 20% discount will be applied, please call 07818112693 for details.
1st November 2017: Another busy month at Endrick Holistics HQ
I can’t get over it is now 3 months since Endrick Holistics was launched with a view to offer the benefits of holistic therapies to local people in the Forth Valley area, removing the need to travel further afield. I can’t thank everyone enough who have supported me throughout my studies and helped me make my vision become a reality.
WINTER WELLNESS EVENT, ABERFOYLE: I would like to thank everyone who came to our Winter Wellness Workshop. All the therapists thoroughly enjoyed the day, the chats, the energy in the room and a few cheeky cakes while at it. It was great to raise £20.26 for Rainbow Valley Charity and Katie M was the lucky winner of the free reflexology treatment draw and she reported back she had loved her session.
INDIAN HEAD MASSAGE
In addition to taking the Adapting Reflexology for Hospice and Cancer Care course at the Christie’s Foundation in Manchester, I have completed an Indian Head Massage course and I am now offering this therapy as well. This could be an alternative to Reflexology for people who may not have an inclination for their feet to be touched but still want to get the physical and mental benefits of a soothing therapy session.
NEAL’S YARD REMEDIES ORGANIC
I have joined Neal’s Yard Remedies Organic (NYRO) as an independent consultant as an add-on to my therapies, with a view of helping clients hold on to that relaxed feeling of wellness for longer in between sessions through the potential use of some of their ethical, fair trade, cruelty-free and eco-friendly products.
STRATHCARRON HOSPICE CHRISTMAS FAYRE - 11NOV17: I will be supporting Strathcarron Hospice at their Christmas Fayre in the McLintock Hall in Balfron (10 am-4pm). I will be offering 20 minutes hand or foot Reflexology and Indian Head Massage taster sessions for £10 - a great way to come and try the therapies. I will also bring a selection of NYRO products along with me giving everyone a chance to sample, treat themselves or a loved one to a natural and organic gift as the festive season approaches.
CHRISTMAS SHOPPING @ THR PIRN - 24NOV17
I am also holding a Christmas shopping night at the Pirn Inn in Balfron on Friday 24th November 7-9 pm for people aiming to take out the stress of Christmas shopping, the long queues, frazzled customers and crazy parking. It may be the perfect time to enjoy a warming drink and have a browse at the many options. Should you want to find out more about any of the products, you can explore http://uk.nyrorganic.com/shop/frederiquepower or contact me for a hard copy of the catalogue. As always Endrick Holistics gift vouchers are also available - perhaps a good opportunity to give an experience to someone you think may benefit from a session but may not try without a gentle nudge?
REMEMBER, REMEMBER……MOVEMBER
Last but not least, have you heard of Movember ( https://uk.movember.com), the November movement when men grow moustaches for charity and to raise awareness for men’s health issues? My husband has been doing this for 7 years now and his November whiskers are a reminder that men need to look after their health too. Did you know it takes on average 6 times longer for a man to decide to attend his GP regarding a health issue than a woman? I have some leaflets from the Association of Reflexologists specifically about men’s health available if you would like to find out more and raise awareness on how complementary therapies can help and support men when dealing with many strains and stresses of modern daily life.
I hope November is a great month for you all and you enjoy the beautiful autumnal colours and cosy evenings by the fire x
I can’t get over it is now 3 months since Endrick Holistics was launched with a view to offer the benefits of holistic therapies to local people in the Forth Valley area, removing the need to travel further afield. I can’t thank everyone enough who have supported me throughout my studies and helped me make my vision become a reality.
WINTER WELLNESS EVENT, ABERFOYLE: I would like to thank everyone who came to our Winter Wellness Workshop. All the therapists thoroughly enjoyed the day, the chats, the energy in the room and a few cheeky cakes while at it. It was great to raise £20.26 for Rainbow Valley Charity and Katie M was the lucky winner of the free reflexology treatment draw and she reported back she had loved her session.
INDIAN HEAD MASSAGE
In addition to taking the Adapting Reflexology for Hospice and Cancer Care course at the Christie’s Foundation in Manchester, I have completed an Indian Head Massage course and I am now offering this therapy as well. This could be an alternative to Reflexology for people who may not have an inclination for their feet to be touched but still want to get the physical and mental benefits of a soothing therapy session.
NEAL’S YARD REMEDIES ORGANIC
I have joined Neal’s Yard Remedies Organic (NYRO) as an independent consultant as an add-on to my therapies, with a view of helping clients hold on to that relaxed feeling of wellness for longer in between sessions through the potential use of some of their ethical, fair trade, cruelty-free and eco-friendly products.
STRATHCARRON HOSPICE CHRISTMAS FAYRE - 11NOV17: I will be supporting Strathcarron Hospice at their Christmas Fayre in the McLintock Hall in Balfron (10 am-4pm). I will be offering 20 minutes hand or foot Reflexology and Indian Head Massage taster sessions for £10 - a great way to come and try the therapies. I will also bring a selection of NYRO products along with me giving everyone a chance to sample, treat themselves or a loved one to a natural and organic gift as the festive season approaches.
CHRISTMAS SHOPPING @ THR PIRN - 24NOV17
I am also holding a Christmas shopping night at the Pirn Inn in Balfron on Friday 24th November 7-9 pm for people aiming to take out the stress of Christmas shopping, the long queues, frazzled customers and crazy parking. It may be the perfect time to enjoy a warming drink and have a browse at the many options. Should you want to find out more about any of the products, you can explore http://uk.nyrorganic.com/shop/frederiquepower or contact me for a hard copy of the catalogue. As always Endrick Holistics gift vouchers are also available - perhaps a good opportunity to give an experience to someone you think may benefit from a session but may not try without a gentle nudge?
REMEMBER, REMEMBER……MOVEMBER
Last but not least, have you heard of Movember ( https://uk.movember.com), the November movement when men grow moustaches for charity and to raise awareness for men’s health issues? My husband has been doing this for 7 years now and his November whiskers are a reminder that men need to look after their health too. Did you know it takes on average 6 times longer for a man to decide to attend his GP regarding a health issue than a woman? I have some leaflets from the Association of Reflexologists specifically about men’s health available if you would like to find out more and raise awareness on how complementary therapies can help and support men when dealing with many strains and stresses of modern daily life.
I hope November is a great month for you all and you enjoy the beautiful autumnal colours and cosy evenings by the fire x
1st October 2017 - "And the winner is... "
My daughter's innocent hand picked the winner on a short video uploaded on the Endrick Holistics Facebook page. Many warm congratulations to Katie McGarrity. I very much look forward to seeing her very soon for her free session.
My daughter's innocent hand picked the winner on a short video uploaded on the Endrick Holistics Facebook page. Many warm congratulations to Katie McGarrity. I very much look forward to seeing her very soon for her free session.
30th September 2017 - "Winter Wellness Workshop fun and competition draw"
After months of preparation, a few therapists and I are finally hosting our Winter Wellness Workshop today in The Memorial Hall in Aberfoyle to showcase therapies such as Bowen Technique, Reiki, Angelic Reiki, Emotional Freedom Technique ("tapping") and Reflexology as well as promoting Dru Yoga and the beautiful fair trade and ethical products from Neal's Yard Remedies Organic. I believe the free goodie bags will be well received too. It will lovely to meet many people today while working alongside like-minded therapists. To celebrate the end of World Reflexology Week and the Winter Wellness event, I plan to draw the winner of one free full session of either hand or foot reflexology at 8 pm tomorrow night. To enter, simply like my Endrick Holistics Facebook page and the relevant post or sign up to enter the draw during today's event. See you soon !
After months of preparation, a few therapists and I are finally hosting our Winter Wellness Workshop today in The Memorial Hall in Aberfoyle to showcase therapies such as Bowen Technique, Reiki, Angelic Reiki, Emotional Freedom Technique ("tapping") and Reflexology as well as promoting Dru Yoga and the beautiful fair trade and ethical products from Neal's Yard Remedies Organic. I believe the free goodie bags will be well received too. It will lovely to meet many people today while working alongside like-minded therapists. To celebrate the end of World Reflexology Week and the Winter Wellness event, I plan to draw the winner of one free full session of either hand or foot reflexology at 8 pm tomorrow night. To enter, simply like my Endrick Holistics Facebook page and the relevant post or sign up to enter the draw during today's event. See you soon !
25th September 2017 - "Going on a journey"
I have just had an amazing weekend at the Christie's NHS Foundation Trust in Manchester, learning how to adapt Reflexology for Hospice and Cancer Care. It was a truly incredible experience with 3 fantastic tutors sharing a wealth of experiences with many amazing like-minded ladies. There was lots to process, many Reflexology treatments, I found it truly motivating! I can't wait to incorporate some of this learning to my foundation techniques as this can help more people including children, people who have autism, dementia as well as people affected by cancer or people in palliative care. The last couple of years have been an incredible journey and I wish I could personally thank a fantastic lady from the bottom of my heart for guiding me on this new path with her gentle and subtle ways before she departed having benefited from Reflexology herself in the last few weeks of her life. It feels like I am closing a circle and yet it is only the beginning of my own journey now. Onwards and upwards!
I have just had an amazing weekend at the Christie's NHS Foundation Trust in Manchester, learning how to adapt Reflexology for Hospice and Cancer Care. It was a truly incredible experience with 3 fantastic tutors sharing a wealth of experiences with many amazing like-minded ladies. There was lots to process, many Reflexology treatments, I found it truly motivating! I can't wait to incorporate some of this learning to my foundation techniques as this can help more people including children, people who have autism, dementia as well as people affected by cancer or people in palliative care. The last couple of years have been an incredible journey and I wish I could personally thank a fantastic lady from the bottom of my heart for guiding me on this new path with her gentle and subtle ways before she departed having benefited from Reflexology herself in the last few weeks of her life. It feels like I am closing a circle and yet it is only the beginning of my own journey now. Onwards and upwards!
18th September 2017- A reward for my loyal clients
As part of World Reflexology Week, I have decided that it would only be fair to also treat my regular clients to a nice reward as well. While Reflexology is a fantastic was to relax, de-stress, unwind and pamper oneself, it is also about helping the body rebalance itself, shifting some blockages created over the space of weeks or years may not happen overnight. If you consider you may have been pushing your body for a length of time both physically and mentally, one session would help momentarily but a course of sessions may be the path forward to consistently help your body create new pathways resulting in longer benefits which then allow for a longer gap in between sessions. The ultimate goal is to reach the stage where a maintenance phase is all that is needed to avoid things building up again and creating new imbalances. As my current clients know and appreciate the benefits of our sessions, I have decided to run an offer suggested by one particular client . For each paid block booking of 5 sessions, you can now get the 6th for free! Please note this only applies to the named individual and cannot be shared. I hope you would like to enjoy this offer, please feel free to contact me.
Have a lovely day and see you soon !
As part of World Reflexology Week, I have decided that it would only be fair to also treat my regular clients to a nice reward as well. While Reflexology is a fantastic was to relax, de-stress, unwind and pamper oneself, it is also about helping the body rebalance itself, shifting some blockages created over the space of weeks or years may not happen overnight. If you consider you may have been pushing your body for a length of time both physically and mentally, one session would help momentarily but a course of sessions may be the path forward to consistently help your body create new pathways resulting in longer benefits which then allow for a longer gap in between sessions. The ultimate goal is to reach the stage where a maintenance phase is all that is needed to avoid things building up again and creating new imbalances. As my current clients know and appreciate the benefits of our sessions, I have decided to run an offer suggested by one particular client . For each paid block booking of 5 sessions, you can now get the 6th for free! Please note this only applies to the named individual and cannot be shared. I hope you would like to enjoy this offer, please feel free to contact me.
Have a lovely day and see you soon !
14th September 2017-World Reflexology Week is almost here ...
This year's focus is on Reflexology in the workplace. While locally in G63 we may not have very big corporations and companies, we certainly have plenty of fantastic businesses, services and hard working people who deserve some pampering and well deserved "me-time". Why not treat your employees or yourself by offering the option of a 30 minute Reflexology taster session in your workplace, which can make a difference to general wellbeing, reduce stress levels, balance moods, increase productivity while showing your appreciation for their work and dedication? Full sessions or gift vouchers are also available for star employees and amazing bosses!
If you are in the G63 area and beyond (as far as Milngavie or Stirling), why not give me a call of drop me a message to discuss options? Let's help spread the word of the many ways Reflexology can help and support general wellbeing.
This year's focus is on Reflexology in the workplace. While locally in G63 we may not have very big corporations and companies, we certainly have plenty of fantastic businesses, services and hard working people who deserve some pampering and well deserved "me-time". Why not treat your employees or yourself by offering the option of a 30 minute Reflexology taster session in your workplace, which can make a difference to general wellbeing, reduce stress levels, balance moods, increase productivity while showing your appreciation for their work and dedication? Full sessions or gift vouchers are also available for star employees and amazing bosses!
If you are in the G63 area and beyond (as far as Milngavie or Stirling), why not give me a call of drop me a message to discuss options? Let's help spread the word of the many ways Reflexology can help and support general wellbeing.
3rd September 2017 : 'Sourcing and bringing you the best products'
Saturday was the launch of the Neal's Yard Remedies Organic Christmas range and my first ever roadshow in Glasgow . It can all pretty much be summed up in one word "WOW"- beautiful gifts, fair trade company supporting communities across the globe, sustainable and ecological framework, cruelty free living, vegan... I have personally found it all very impressive and spent 6 hours learning and getting stuck in with many lovely like-minded ladies- it was fairly intense but yet so inspiring.
I have just been playing with some of my new goodies added from the roadshow yesterday (not sure my display skills are that good yet and some creativity was required 😊) - it felt like such a treat to be able to sample and try out some of the range. Let me know if you fancy trying any of these, always better to try before you buy.
With Christmas only 111 days away , this could be a very nice way to treat some of the special people in your life with products suiting all budgets. You can now contact me to get a catalogue or have a look through my website ( http://uk.nyrorganic.com/shop/frederiquepower ) to take out the the stress out of Christmas shopping. Just imagine not having to brave throngs of people in the shops, the traffic, the drama of items being out of stock everywhere at the last minute and the added benefit of spreading the cost of Christmas before December even kicks in with its many associated parties and events added to last minute work deadlines before the holidays.
I am clearly new to all of this but was wowed and loved the organic ethos of this company as well as the depth of research going into the products (skincare range,stress busting products, first aid remedies, food health range ...)- integrating some of these products into my therapies is high on my priorities to enhance the experience of my clients and the beneficial effect of their reflexology treatments.
I joined to have access to good organic products for my therapies and offer access to bath salts, essential oils to extend the benefits of the treatments further in between sessions but I thought I would let people know about this and give them the choice to investigate this further. I will put some updates on the @FrederiquePowerNYROrganic Facebook page which you can like and share to get up to date information and special offers coming your way via NYRO or you can look on my website uk.nyrorganic.com/shop/frederiquepower
Saturday was the launch of the Neal's Yard Remedies Organic Christmas range and my first ever roadshow in Glasgow . It can all pretty much be summed up in one word "WOW"- beautiful gifts, fair trade company supporting communities across the globe, sustainable and ecological framework, cruelty free living, vegan... I have personally found it all very impressive and spent 6 hours learning and getting stuck in with many lovely like-minded ladies- it was fairly intense but yet so inspiring.
I have just been playing with some of my new goodies added from the roadshow yesterday (not sure my display skills are that good yet and some creativity was required 😊) - it felt like such a treat to be able to sample and try out some of the range. Let me know if you fancy trying any of these, always better to try before you buy.
With Christmas only 111 days away , this could be a very nice way to treat some of the special people in your life with products suiting all budgets. You can now contact me to get a catalogue or have a look through my website ( http://uk.nyrorganic.com/shop/frederiquepower ) to take out the the stress out of Christmas shopping. Just imagine not having to brave throngs of people in the shops, the traffic, the drama of items being out of stock everywhere at the last minute and the added benefit of spreading the cost of Christmas before December even kicks in with its many associated parties and events added to last minute work deadlines before the holidays.
I am clearly new to all of this but was wowed and loved the organic ethos of this company as well as the depth of research going into the products (skincare range,stress busting products, first aid remedies, food health range ...)- integrating some of these products into my therapies is high on my priorities to enhance the experience of my clients and the beneficial effect of their reflexology treatments.
I joined to have access to good organic products for my therapies and offer access to bath salts, essential oils to extend the benefits of the treatments further in between sessions but I thought I would let people know about this and give them the choice to investigate this further. I will put some updates on the @FrederiquePowerNYROrganic Facebook page which you can like and share to get up to date information and special offers coming your way via NYRO or you can look on my website uk.nyrorganic.com/shop/frederiquepower
27th August 2017 : 'Forever learning'
Hot of the press... I have signed up for an Indian Head Massage course in October which I believe will complement the therapies I already offer so watch this space for more information soon. Have a great week everyone.
Hot of the press... I have signed up for an Indian Head Massage course in October which I believe will complement the therapies I already offer so watch this space for more information soon. Have a great week everyone.
COMING SOON ...
I am very much looking forward to ( and a tiny wee bit daunted too if I am totally honest) attending a very thorough two day course at the Christie Foundation Trust in Manchester focusing on adapting reflexology for hospice- and cancer-care this September. This brings me right back to the very beginning of what became the start of my journey in learning Reiki and Reflexology, closing the circle and hoping to send out ripples of balance and wellness outwards by locally offering some therapies to support people going through such challenging times as well as their loved ones. It isn't going to be easy but I have witnessed first hand the difference it made a few years back in trying circumstances and I hope I can help others in a similar way now the I am fully qualified. Thinking today of a mighty lady our family will forever miss and who guided me on this journey.
I am very much looking forward to ( and a tiny wee bit daunted too if I am totally honest) attending a very thorough two day course at the Christie Foundation Trust in Manchester focusing on adapting reflexology for hospice- and cancer-care this September. This brings me right back to the very beginning of what became the start of my journey in learning Reiki and Reflexology, closing the circle and hoping to send out ripples of balance and wellness outwards by locally offering some therapies to support people going through such challenging times as well as their loved ones. It isn't going to be easy but I have witnessed first hand the difference it made a few years back in trying circumstances and I hope I can help others in a similar way now the I am fully qualified. Thinking today of a mighty lady our family will forever miss and who guided me on this journey.
23 August 2017 "results time"
My daughter's innocent hand pulled out our 3 lucky winners' names out of a hat yesterday. Congratulations to the 3 lucky ladies who have each won a free hand reflexology session to be claimed before the end of September. Thank you very much to all who have taken part in the competition and have helped spread the word about Endrick Holistics. Please stay tuned for our next offer/competition coming soon either via the Facebook page (we have reached 100 likes -fantastic!) or by subscribing through the website (footer or contact page). I look forward to getting to meet you all at some stage very soon x
My daughter's innocent hand pulled out our 3 lucky winners' names out of a hat yesterday. Congratulations to the 3 lucky ladies who have each won a free hand reflexology session to be claimed before the end of September. Thank you very much to all who have taken part in the competition and have helped spread the word about Endrick Holistics. Please stay tuned for our next offer/competition coming soon either via the Facebook page (we have reached 100 likes -fantastic!) or by subscribing through the website (footer or contact page). I look forward to getting to meet you all at some stage very soon x
16 August 2017 'COMPETITION TIME'
To celebrate my new qualification and the end of my studies, I am offering a chance to 3 lucky winners to get a free hand reflexology session each. You can enter by liking and sharing my Endrick Holistics page on Facebook. Three names will be drawn out of a hat on Tuesday 22nd August and results will be posted on my Facebook page. Good luck everyone !
To celebrate my new qualification and the end of my studies, I am offering a chance to 3 lucky winners to get a free hand reflexology session each. You can enter by liking and sharing my Endrick Holistics page on Facebook. Three names will be drawn out of a hat on Tuesday 22nd August and results will be posted on my Facebook page. Good luck everyone !
12th August 2017 'Menopause and weight gain':
theheartysoul.com/how-to-prevent-menopausal-weight-gain/?utm_source=JERFP&utm_content=53622-WGP0
An interesting article about hormones, menopause and weight gain. Nutrition and exercise remain key factors to deal with these hormonal changes and their many effects on our body and our wellbeing. Reflexology can help by stimulating all the reflexes related to the endocrine and the reproductive systems, looking to rebalance the body and bring some relief to stress, symptoms and moods associated with hormonal imbalances.
I hope the article helps and remember to get in touch if you would like to discuss this in finer details.
Have a nice day xxx
theheartysoul.com/how-to-prevent-menopausal-weight-gain/?utm_source=JERFP&utm_content=53622-WGP0
An interesting article about hormones, menopause and weight gain. Nutrition and exercise remain key factors to deal with these hormonal changes and their many effects on our body and our wellbeing. Reflexology can help by stimulating all the reflexes related to the endocrine and the reproductive systems, looking to rebalance the body and bring some relief to stress, symptoms and moods associated with hormonal imbalances.
I hope the article helps and remember to get in touch if you would like to discuss this in finer details.
Have a nice day xxx
4th August 2017 'results time !'
The results are in and I am thrilled to report I have finished my course in clinical reflexology, accredited by Edinburgh Napier University (SCQF 8) with distinction. I have since been hard at work getting insured and registered with HMRC, setting up a calming treatment room within my home and I will be offering sessions in Balfron during school hours and evening sessions on Wednesday evenings in Lumsdaine Halls (Killearn) giving you the opportunity to unwind and reclaim some very special 'me' time. I can also offer a mobile service if required (an additional travel charge may be incurred).
A well deserved break with the family is next on the cards before I come back refreshed, energised and eager to start creating ripples of calm, balance and wellness, raising the awareness of the many benefits of Reflexology and Reiki when facing with the many strains and stresses of modern daily life. I look forward to meeting you on my journey...
Ps : did you know you can also follow my Endrick Holistics Facebook page for Special Offers and articles you may find relevant?
The results are in and I am thrilled to report I have finished my course in clinical reflexology, accredited by Edinburgh Napier University (SCQF 8) with distinction. I have since been hard at work getting insured and registered with HMRC, setting up a calming treatment room within my home and I will be offering sessions in Balfron during school hours and evening sessions on Wednesday evenings in Lumsdaine Halls (Killearn) giving you the opportunity to unwind and reclaim some very special 'me' time. I can also offer a mobile service if required (an additional travel charge may be incurred).
A well deserved break with the family is next on the cards before I come back refreshed, energised and eager to start creating ripples of calm, balance and wellness, raising the awareness of the many benefits of Reflexology and Reiki when facing with the many strains and stresses of modern daily life. I look forward to meeting you on my journey...
Ps : did you know you can also follow my Endrick Holistics Facebook page for Special Offers and articles you may find relevant?
31st July 2017 'time to go with the flow'
It has been a very interesting last couple of days... while I have mostly focused all my energy into my family and the Reflexology course lately, leaving Reiki mostly as a self-healing practice, the energy of Reiki has come back knocking strongly at the door reminding me of its many beneficial properties when 2 ladies needed help as their respective children went into surgery a few days ago. I appreciate Reiki isn't for everyone, it tends to bring out strong reactions and opinions and has many detractors ( I was fairly unsure myself to start with) but in my experience, it is a very positive and soothing energy, which supports the person receiving it and helps the healing process from within. I have spent many hours lately sending soothing energy to a very strong mum who still had to deal with very high stress and very little sleep as her child underwent surgery as well as to a young adult recovering from a surgical procedure herself, leaving her exhausted, drained and in pain for a while. In both cases, the Reiki energy supported them, giving them what they needed at the time during these challenging circumstances. It has been a privilege to be able to help them both and I am thrilled to report everyone is doing well on their road to recovery. Should you want to find out more about Reiki and how it may be able to support you for whatever you are facing right now, please feel free to get in touch. Have a lovely day xxx
It has been a very interesting last couple of days... while I have mostly focused all my energy into my family and the Reflexology course lately, leaving Reiki mostly as a self-healing practice, the energy of Reiki has come back knocking strongly at the door reminding me of its many beneficial properties when 2 ladies needed help as their respective children went into surgery a few days ago. I appreciate Reiki isn't for everyone, it tends to bring out strong reactions and opinions and has many detractors ( I was fairly unsure myself to start with) but in my experience, it is a very positive and soothing energy, which supports the person receiving it and helps the healing process from within. I have spent many hours lately sending soothing energy to a very strong mum who still had to deal with very high stress and very little sleep as her child underwent surgery as well as to a young adult recovering from a surgical procedure herself, leaving her exhausted, drained and in pain for a while. In both cases, the Reiki energy supported them, giving them what they needed at the time during these challenging circumstances. It has been a privilege to be able to help them both and I am thrilled to report everyone is doing well on their road to recovery. Should you want to find out more about Reiki and how it may be able to support you for whatever you are facing right now, please feel free to get in touch. Have a lovely day xxx
28th July 2017 'Almost there'
Time has just flown by ... Nine months of training are about to end with my final practical assessment taking place on Sunday. All the essays and case studies have been submitted and I am almost there, looking forward to being able to fully launch Endrick Holistics and help raise the awareness of the many benefits of Reflexology and Reiki in supporting people through the strains and stresses of modern life.
As you may have read through the Facebook page, I was very lucky to finish my 100 hours requirement early on and was showered with beautiful flowers and gifts from my happy clients as I refused to take any payment until I fully qualified. I decided to start a donation box in favour of Rainbow Valley, a local cancer charity and we have collectively raise £63.12, a fantastic result- Thank you very much everyone! If you would like to find out more about the amazing work they do, please feel free to have a look at their website www.rainbowvalley.org.uk
Time has just flown by ... Nine months of training are about to end with my final practical assessment taking place on Sunday. All the essays and case studies have been submitted and I am almost there, looking forward to being able to fully launch Endrick Holistics and help raise the awareness of the many benefits of Reflexology and Reiki in supporting people through the strains and stresses of modern life.
As you may have read through the Facebook page, I was very lucky to finish my 100 hours requirement early on and was showered with beautiful flowers and gifts from my happy clients as I refused to take any payment until I fully qualified. I decided to start a donation box in favour of Rainbow Valley, a local cancer charity and we have collectively raise £63.12, a fantastic result- Thank you very much everyone! If you would like to find out more about the amazing work they do, please feel free to have a look at their website www.rainbowvalley.org.uk
1st July 2017 'It is almost time ...'
Sorry for the recent lack of communication on this blog, it has been a very busy time finishing up case studies, writing anatomy and physiology essays, exam time and medic insight week for my eldest before getting all the preparations under way for his big adventure in Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands with Camps International. What an experience for a young man! I have also kept busy seeing many clients including some of their children (no age limit to the benefits of the therapies) and am now revising for the big practical assessments coming up. Tomorrow is the first one ... both exciting and daunting in equal measures... Onwards and upwards !
July should see me keeping busy with the kids on their summer holidays and many clients still booking sessions before their holidays. If you fancy getting in touch, please feel free to do so via email, the Facebook page ( which I update more regularly) or why not give me a call. I look forward to hearing from you. Have a fantastic summer.
Sorry for the recent lack of communication on this blog, it has been a very busy time finishing up case studies, writing anatomy and physiology essays, exam time and medic insight week for my eldest before getting all the preparations under way for his big adventure in Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands with Camps International. What an experience for a young man! I have also kept busy seeing many clients including some of their children (no age limit to the benefits of the therapies) and am now revising for the big practical assessments coming up. Tomorrow is the first one ... both exciting and daunting in equal measures... Onwards and upwards !
July should see me keeping busy with the kids on their summer holidays and many clients still booking sessions before their holidays. If you fancy getting in touch, please feel free to do so via email, the Facebook page ( which I update more regularly) or why not give me a call. I look forward to hearing from you. Have a fantastic summer.
07th June 2017 'An amazing experience'
It was such a privilege to volunteer my therapies in Ardoch House and meet such wonderful people taking part in the "7 Steps to Health program" residential seminar run by our local Rainbow Valley Cancer Charity. Both the participants and the team members of Rainbow Valley were amazing, the atmosphere was incredible and the setting and views both soothing and stunning. A few therapists were there to help and support people affected by cancer and their loved ones and it felt so good to be a part of this. I actually treated a lady who is now looking into doing a reflexology course herself. It is all about creating ripples of wellness and letting them spread naturally- I absolutely loved the whole experience and I will be back! If you would like to find out more about Rainbow Valley, perhaps support them in any way you can, help with their fundraising or simply spread the word as they help people all over the UK not just in Scotland, you can find the link to their website below or why not just give them a call? rainbowvalley.org.uk/
It was such a privilege to volunteer my therapies in Ardoch House and meet such wonderful people taking part in the "7 Steps to Health program" residential seminar run by our local Rainbow Valley Cancer Charity. Both the participants and the team members of Rainbow Valley were amazing, the atmosphere was incredible and the setting and views both soothing and stunning. A few therapists were there to help and support people affected by cancer and their loved ones and it felt so good to be a part of this. I actually treated a lady who is now looking into doing a reflexology course herself. It is all about creating ripples of wellness and letting them spread naturally- I absolutely loved the whole experience and I will be back! If you would like to find out more about Rainbow Valley, perhaps support them in any way you can, help with their fundraising or simply spread the word as they help people all over the UK not just in Scotland, you can find the link to their website below or why not just give them a call? rainbowvalley.org.uk/
18th May 2017 'How Reiki works, the science bit'
Interestingly, this article popped up on my Facebook newsfeed and I thought it may be of some interest to you. Happy reading.
www.elephantjournal.com/2016/02/how-reiki-works-the-science-bit/
Interestingly, this article popped up on my Facebook newsfeed and I thought it may be of some interest to you. Happy reading.
www.elephantjournal.com/2016/02/how-reiki-works-the-science-bit/
12th May 2017 'Reiki for anxiety research paper'
Following on my post from yesterday, I have now found a research paper showing promising results for the effects of Reiki on people with anxiety. It makes for interesting reading.
Have a lovely weekend everyone!
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4147026/
Following on my post from yesterday, I have now found a research paper showing promising results for the effects of Reiki on people with anxiety. It makes for interesting reading.
Have a lovely weekend everyone!
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4147026/
11th May 2017 'Reflexology for anxiety'
Anxiety is an emotion everyone may experience at some stage of their life but it sometimes becomes more frequent in stressful times and its symptoms may start impacting daily life activities, relationships, health and wellbeing. If you feel you can relate to this,you may find the article below interesting. Please feel free to get in touch if you would like to try a Reflexology session bearing in mind the treatments are currently free as it helps with my practical assignment hours requirement.
lease also feel free to like and share my Facebook page Endrick Holistics to see more articles and updates.
Let's restore balance and wellbeing from within together!
www.naturaltherapypages.com.au/article/reflexology_for_anxiety
Anxiety is an emotion everyone may experience at some stage of their life but it sometimes becomes more frequent in stressful times and its symptoms may start impacting daily life activities, relationships, health and wellbeing. If you feel you can relate to this,you may find the article below interesting. Please feel free to get in touch if you would like to try a Reflexology session bearing in mind the treatments are currently free as it helps with my practical assignment hours requirement.
lease also feel free to like and share my Facebook page Endrick Holistics to see more articles and updates.
Let's restore balance and wellbeing from within together!
www.naturaltherapypages.com.au/article/reflexology_for_anxiety
9th May 2017 'My journey to Endrick Holistics'
Having seen the benefits of holistic therapies on family members in trying circumstances and been gently directed towards meeting some of the amazing therapists that helped at the time, I decided to embark on a journey of research and study to qualify in both Relexology (SCQF level 8) and Reiki (level 2 practitioner) with a view to help others in a similar way. It has taken a while and many hours of studying, essay writing, almost 100 hours of practice and many case studies to get me so close to the finishing stages of my diploma course of clinical Reflexology. I am now very excited about using my skills to raise the awareness of the beneficial aspects of those 2 gentle non-invasive but yet powerful therapies, restoring balance and wellness from within and creating a positive ripple effect.
I am very concerned about the level of stress many people experience in the workplace and in keeping up with the busy schedules of daily modern life, often having a detrimental effect on health. I set up Endrick Holistics to help others cope with the stress of modern living and support them by offering a service available locally to my rural community, removing the need and added stress of traveling further. I aim to offer Reflexology and Reiki treatments in the comfort of the client's own home or in premises in our local villages (which I am currently seeking), helping clients look after their own wellbeing by taking time for themselves and boosting the natural ability of the body to heal itself.
The website is up and running thanks to Kate (@eatmypixeldesign), the Facebook page allows me to share some articles and insight about the therapies and Twitter definitely keeps me on my toes (lots of learning to be done there still!). Thanks for following me and joining me on my journey.
Having seen the benefits of holistic therapies on family members in trying circumstances and been gently directed towards meeting some of the amazing therapists that helped at the time, I decided to embark on a journey of research and study to qualify in both Relexology (SCQF level 8) and Reiki (level 2 practitioner) with a view to help others in a similar way. It has taken a while and many hours of studying, essay writing, almost 100 hours of practice and many case studies to get me so close to the finishing stages of my diploma course of clinical Reflexology. I am now very excited about using my skills to raise the awareness of the beneficial aspects of those 2 gentle non-invasive but yet powerful therapies, restoring balance and wellness from within and creating a positive ripple effect.
I am very concerned about the level of stress many people experience in the workplace and in keeping up with the busy schedules of daily modern life, often having a detrimental effect on health. I set up Endrick Holistics to help others cope with the stress of modern living and support them by offering a service available locally to my rural community, removing the need and added stress of traveling further. I aim to offer Reflexology and Reiki treatments in the comfort of the client's own home or in premises in our local villages (which I am currently seeking), helping clients look after their own wellbeing by taking time for themselves and boosting the natural ability of the body to heal itself.
The website is up and running thanks to Kate (@eatmypixeldesign), the Facebook page allows me to share some articles and insight about the therapies and Twitter definitely keeps me on my toes (lots of learning to be done there still!). Thanks for following me and joining me on my journey.
2nd May 2017 'Hello World'
Welcome to my new website. I hope you like it!