relaxation

Walk and talk: ease the mind and refresh the soul

Over the year-end festivities the structure of life often suffers with school out, shops only half-open and businesses only ticking over. Getting back into the full flow of life in January is tough. What better time than to go for a long walk and talk with a friend, colleague or loved one.

Walking amongst the trees with your eyes scanning the green landscape relaxes the mind and rests your body. The gentle movement of walking eases the muscles and makes your body feel at ease. Greenery is accessible to all. Even in a city, a green park is not far away. read more

By Alison Wem, ago

Relaxation: learn to remain still

Stillness is very powerful.

Mindfulness is a commonly used term these days. However it is true that meditation or just being still brings calmness which enhances your concentration, lowers blood pressure and aids sleep quality. All are good for enhancing your performance at work and improves your well-being.

The simplest way to induce stillness is to take deep breaths.

3-4-5 breathing is a simple exercise devised by @Dr Rangan Chatterjee.

1. Breath in for 3 seconds.

2. Hold your breath for 4 seconds. read more

By Alison Wem, ago

Relaxation: eat a meal at a table

For many of us today is the first day back at work. How did you get on with ensuring you got 15 minutes downtime? If you have not managed it, there is still time this evening – perhaps a lovely bath or listening to a favourite piece of music.

Do remember this time is for you and should not be done alongside a task like making dinner….

Here is another suggestion for relaxation   – eat a meal at a table with a friend, colleague or loved one.

Humans are social beings and have greater feelings of well-being when they feel more connected to others. As you are sitting it helps your body to move out of the ‘fight or flight’ mode and your digestion improves. You will be inclined to eat less which helps all of us who are watching our weight. read more

By Alison Wem, ago

Your Soul Family – Autumn 2017 Programme

Your Soul Family Autumn 2017 Programme

Autumn is on its way.  You can feel it in the air in the mornings now.  Mothers are starting to talk about the return to school.

Our Autumn 2017 Programme of events – introductory workshops, foundation course and coaching has been published.  Take a look and see if there is something you would like to join in.  The programme is designed for gaining a greater understanding of who you are and where you are going for a more balanced and happier life. read more

By Alison Wem, ago

Weekend workshop

Weekend workshop for calmness and relaxation

Wondering what to do next weekend?  Come to a Your Soul Family workshop and paint a soul map which represents you and your life.  Already painted one based on a template?  Come and try our exercises to design your own template.  Feel the calmness come in as you paint.

Life is a journey of discovery.  Your Soul Family helps you to review where you are in your life, identify the life lessons you may be learning and who is helping you with them.

Workshop includes a guided meditation, exercises to help understand you and your family, materials for painting and a reflection on your soul map.  No artistic skills are required.  Beautiful surroundings on a barge moored on the Thames, 10 minutes walk from Clapham Junction. read more

By Alison Wem, ago