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Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity Event

A BIG thank you for all you support for the Charity Event held on Saturday! There was a great turn out! Sole & Mind was fully booked providing taster sessions in exchange for a charitable donation! Everyone left walking out much lighter on their feet than when they came in!

We were selling Gift vouchers and the wonderful benefits of Reflexology!! So a busy day had by all - when's my sessions - I need one!!!

Don't forget Christmas will be with us before you know it so why not beat the rush and buy your family and friends the gift of relaxation with a Reflexology session! And why not treat yourself with one too!!!!

Anna xx

Facts about Reflexology

What is Reflexology?
Reflexology is a science which deals with the principle that there are reflex areas in the feet and hands which correspond to all of the glands, organs and parts of the body. Stimulating these reflexes properly can help many health problems in a natural way, a type of preventative maintenance. Reflexology is a serious advance in the health field and should not be confused with massage.

Is Reflexology New?
The idea behind Reflexology is not new - in fact, it was practiced as early as 2330 B.C. by the Egyptian culture. Reflexology as we know it today was first researched and developed by Eunice Ingham, the pioneer of this field. Her first book on the subject was published in 1938. And since 1942, Reflexology workshops have been conducted year round.

What is the Ingham Method?
The combined work of the late Eunice Ingham and her nephew Dwight C. Byers, the world's leading authority on Foot Reflexology. Mr. Byers, director of the International Institute of Reflexology®, and/or his hand picked instructors conduct on-going workshops on a worldwide scale to both laymen and professionals.

What Does Reflexology Do?
The Ingham Method® of Reflexology is used primarily for relaxing tension. Doctors agree that over 75% of our health problems can be linked to nervous stress and tension. Reflexology improves nerve and blood supply, and helps nature to normalize.

What Special Equipment is Needed?
Only the hands are used, making it a safe, simple, yet effective method without the use of gadgets. Let your fingers do the walking.

Can Reflexology Make a Condition Worse?
No, it will not make any condition more acute. Reflexology helps to normalize body functions. A Reflexology session relaxes the stress that can affect your health. It is a safe effective way to Better Health.

What does a reflexologist do?

During a reflexology session, I will begin by talking to you, the client, about your lifestyle and medical history. I will examine and assesse your feet for potential problem areas before treatment starts. I can then tailor the session to your individual need.

And it goes without saying that I have :

a caring and holistic approach and a genuine interest in helping people achieve good health.
good hand skills to apply the techniques.
the personality to relate well to all kinds of people.
the intuition to tune into the client's needs.
good listening skills.
and a thorough understanding of how the human body functions in health and sickness.

So come on let me greet your feet with a holistic treat!!

Ten Tips For Good Health

1.    Brush your teeth 3 times a day
2     Drink 8 glasses of water ( at least) a day
3.    Run for 20 minutes, 3 times a week
4.    Eat healthy food in correct quantities
5.    Make love
6.    Stretch your body 7 times a day
7.   In moments of stress, take 2 deep breaths, the stress will pass
8.    Seek and enjoy the pleasures life has to offer, but don't over do it
9.    Work well, not hard
10. And most importantly for sole and mind let me greet your feet to a holistic treat!!!!

So why Reflexology???

Reflexology is known to promote balance, aid relaxation and improve circulation. It works through the nervous, magnetic & chemical systems of the body promoting homeostatis for mind, body and soul.

Why not give it a try yourself ~ honestly is it the most serene level of tranquility ever experienced!

Come on you must be curious now......

Feelin Fresh!

So the what do you think Sole & Mind's new website?? Fresh ~ is the word that comes to my mind! I hope you find it easy to navigate and get all the info you need - I thrive on feedback so please let me know what your thoughts are..... It's been a long old day so I am off for some 'solefull' beauty sleep and charge the batteries for my cycle ride into town in the morning! Love the feeling you get from a good cycle in~ all fresh faced and pumped!! Sweet dreams everyone x

What an exciting weekend! Two new clients joined the sole and mind family and have started their weekend off with buzzing feet! What a lovely way to kick off the weekend hey and it's sunny too!
We are just loving the warm weather in London town but don't forget to drink lots of water....and keep yourself nicely hydrated. Which reminds me my plants look like they need a good drink so I'm off into the garden. Happy Weekend all xx