Relaxology by Sylvia - Holistic Therapist

07/08/2026

I absolutely love Dr Rangan Chatterjee's podcasts and have learned so much from the fascinating range of topics he explores with his guests.

Sleep is something we discuss during your first reflexology appointment, and often at future treatments too. Good sleep is so important for our physical, mental and emotional wellbeing, so I'm always happy to share helpful resources with clients.

I recently listened to his fascinating conversation with sleep specialist Dr Michael Breus and thought you might enjoy it too.

They cover so many interesting topics including:
💜Why worrying about sleep can actually make it harder to sleep
💜What may be causing those frustrating 3am wake-ups
💜Simple breathing techniques to help calm the nervous system
💜Yoga Nidra and its benefits for relaxation and sleep
💜Sleep issues during menopause
💜Sleep apnoea and why it shouldn't be ignored
💜Magnesium and whether it may help some people sleep better
💜Restless Legs Syndrome and the importance of checking ferritin (iron) levels

I particularly liked that the advice was practical, realistic and easy to implement. There are lots of simple tips that could make a real difference if you're struggling with your sleep.

If sleep is something you've been battling with recently, this episode is well worth a listen.

https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/feel-better-live-more-with-dr-rangan-chatterjee/id1333552422?i=1000775643482

Have a listen and let me know if you think it was helpful and which tip resonated most with you.

Podcast Episode · Feel Better, Live More with Dr Rangan Chatterjee · 7 July · 1hr 54min

06/08/2026

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A little wisdom from Eunice Ingham, the woman who helped shape modern reflexology as we know it today. 👣

04/08/2026

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03/08/2026

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I am all about taking responsibility for one’s self however we have a responsibility towards each other too 🫶💭✨

Even the smallest gesture can make the greatest impact…

03/08/2026

Happy Monday 💜

01/08/2026

It’s lovely to see how deeply relaxed clients become during a reflexology session - total “me time” is so precious 💜

The feet may be where reflexology begins, but they are rarely the whole story.

One of the things people often find so interesting about reflexology is that such a focused treatment can feel like it reaches much further.
Not because the feet are doing all the work on their own, but because the body works as one connected system.

When the nervous system begins to settle, other things can start to shift too. Breathing may soften. The mind may quieten. Digestion may feel less sluggish. Circulation may improve. Sleep may come a little easier. The whole person often feels the benefit, not just the feet on the couch.

That doesn’t mean reflexology is a cure-all, and it shouldn’t be presented as one. But it can be a powerful complementary therapy - one that gives the body a chance to slow down, regulate and respond in its own way.

That’s why a reflexology session may begin with the feet, but the deepest impact is often felt elsewhere. 👣

01/08/2026

Hello August 💜

In August, the earth reminds us: abundance is always available to those who look

25/07/2026

Rest doesn’t always mean switching off completely. Sometimes it’s simply the feeling that, for a little while, nothing is waiting on you.

No rushing. No fixing. No proving. Just space to be.

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