Inner Calm Reflexology

27/10/2026

What sounds help you relax during reflexology? 🌿

Do you love gentle music or chanting? 🎵

Do birdsong sounds instantly soothe you… or does the chirping drive you mad? 🐦

And what about flowing water? Does it make you feel wonderfully peaceful… or have you running for the bathroom? 💦

We all have different preferences when it comes to relaxation, and I love discovering what helps each person truly switch off during their treatment.

🐦 Did you know? Birdsongs may help us feel safe and relaxed. Evolutionarily, birds singing signalled a peaceful environment with no nearby predators. Our brains may still associate these sounds with safety, helping our nervous system settle and relax. 🌿

💚 I’m curious — what sounds would you choose for your reflexology treatment? Tell me in the comments or at your next treatment 👣 Alex x.

19/10/2026

How often do we put relaxation at the bottom of the list, waiting until everything else is done, or something that has to be earned?

🌿 Relaxation is about more than simply switching off. When we truly relax, changes in our nervous system can influence how our bodies respond to stress, tension and pain. It’s one of the reasons relaxation can be such an important part of supporting our wellbeing and managing symptoms.
I've explored the science behind this in my latest blog, *The Power of Relaxation*.

Got chronic symptoms? Take a few minutes to discover why relaxation matters and why we should make it a priority.

🌿 Read my blog: https://www.innercalm.co.nz/blog/the-power-of-relaxation
Alex x
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Learn how to truly relax and move from being in a stressful state to one of calmness.

14/10/2026

✨ Such a treat to receive reflexology with Janette today. Always great to share and learn through experiencing. I look forward to providing your treatment soon💚

There’s always more to learn! thank you for sharing this gem of a book that I will dive into tonight📖

And that view… 🌊💙 Can anyone guess where this little piece of paradise is?

13/10/2026

Ever feel like you should be relaxing, but your mind just won’t cooperate?

You’re not alone. When we’re used to being switched on all day, slowing down doesn’t always come naturally.

Sometimes, we need to give ourselves permission — and the space — to pause. 🌿

When was the last time you truly switched off?

30/09/2026

So often I hear from clients how much time they spend living in their heads — thinking, planning, doing and carrying so much.

It’s lovely to see them finally switch off, let go and simply be. ✨

But sometimes the best way to understand a treatment is to hear from the people who have experienced it.

Curious what Advanced Facial Reflexology feels like for you?
Alex x

23/09/2026

🌿 World Reflexology Week 🌿

For those new to my page, this is a special week when reflexologists around the world come together to educate and share what reflexology is and how it can support wellbeing.

For me, one of the ways I love to mark the week is by spending a day at Burwood Hospital.

Thank you to Jane Kandhai, Kōwhai Coordinator, for once again helping make this day possible.

Three of us from the Southern Reflexology Group worked together to provide 22 treatments in the Older Persons Health Ward and Day Clinic.

Some had never heard of reflexology, while others were so thankful to experience it after everything they had been through. We also had the privilege of hearing their stories — about their lives, their experiences and what had brought them to hospital.

Among the busyness of the hospital, reflexology created a little moment to pause, connect and relax.

A special thank you to Sue, the occupational therapist, who was amazing at coordinating the day and getting everyone ready for their treatments.

The registrar on the ward personally thanked me for providing this opportunity, which was a lovely reminder of how meaningful these moments can be.

And perhaps the most rewarding part was seeing the tension melt from people’s faces, their shoulders soften and those beautiful smiles appear. 🤍

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16/09/2026

✨ Try Advanced Facial Reflexology at Inner Calm Reflexology ✨

A deeply relaxing treatment that works with specific reflex points and zones on the face, corresponding with the whole body and its systems.

Based on the Bergman Method of Advanced Facial Reflexology, this specialised technique works with the whole body through the face. The close proximity of the face to the brain and cranial nerves makes facial reflexology a powerful way to work with the body’s systems, while gentle, precise techniques may support circulation, nerve function and the body’s natural processes.

It may be particularly supportive for headaches and migraines, sinus congestion, jaw tension and bruxism, anxiety and sleep difficulties, as well as providing complementary support for some facial muscle and nerve conditions.

And while it feels wonderfully relaxing, this is not a facial massage — it is a specialised reflexology treatment designed to help you slow down, reconnect with your body and experience deep relaxation. 🌿

Choose a dedicated hour of Advanced Facial Reflexology, or try the Advanced Facial Reflexology Experience, combining facial reflexology with tailored foot reflexology as a special introductory offer.

✨ Find out more and book online at innercalm.co.nz

15/09/2026

Enjoying these beautiful spring days and all the little signs of new life and colour that are around us. 🌿🌸🌹

A gentle reminder to slow down, look around and appreciate the beauty of the season. Alex x

09/09/2026

Not long to go now… only 3 more sleeps! 🎉

Come and join us this Saturday 12th September at the Papanui Spiritual Centre for a wonderful day of reflexology, treatments and learning, with some of our own talented reflexologists sharing their knowledge and expertise.

Come and experience foot reflexology, hand reflexology or facial reflexology — or why not try all three! 👣🤲✨

We’d love to see you there! 💛

08/09/2026

👣 The ankle… who knew?

It’s one of those areas that so many of my clients absolutely love having worked during reflexology. Swipe through to find out more. Alex x