Annette Budd Reflexologist

15/04/2026

Thank you Hagar Basis for such an inspiring day yesterday in London. Working with advanced reflexology techniques and a great group of ladies. Incredible what we covered in just a day which will enhance our practice.

20/02/2026

I truly count my blessings being a reflexologist because I genuinely love what I do. I’m so fortunate to have so many wonderful clients, each bringing their own warmth and stories to my day. Yvonne, who will be 103 on her next birthday, absolutely loves her reflexology sessions — along with her regular mid-day gin and tonic… and I’d say her longevity must be working its magic!

13/01/2026

Reflex helps you relax, unwind, and sleep naturally…..

21/12/2025

Wishing all my wonderful reflexology clients a Christmas full of rest, relaxation, and feet firmly up! 🎄👣 Thank you for trusting me with your soles this year—here’s to a calm, happy New Year!

18/11/2025

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

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

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

📚 Research supports this response:

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

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

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

💧 How to support your body afterward:

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

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

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

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

31/08/2025

As autumn leaves fall, I’m reminded of John Lennon’s words: “Time you enjoy wasting, was not wasted.” Reflexology is just that—time well spent restoring balance, so you can shine on through the season.

09/06/2025

Her Guardian Angel 👼 but then I believe I whatever capacity dogs are…

08/06/2025

31/05/2025

Step into June with happy feet and an even a happier bear. 🐾✨
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23/05/2025

Bank Holiday Toes
Spring’s here again—let’s wiggle our feet,
Forget the stress, the spreadsheets, the heat.
A rabbit hopped in, said with a grin,
“Reflex those paws, let the healing begin!”

So kick off your shoes, take a holiday breather,
Your toes need love (and maybe a tweezer).
Cheers to the healers with magical thumbs—
Relax, it’s spring… and here the bunny comes!