I realise I've done things independently for so long, sometimes instruction, doesn't sink in straight away. This is what I discovered after spending an enjoyable hour on Chalkwell Beach with The Open Water Swimming Coach, as he delivered a group beginner lesson in open water swimming. He reminded us of a few of the benefits … Continue reading Open Water Swimming: A Beginners Lesson

My trainers became buoyant as salty water filtered its way through the holes. I found myself wishing i’d left them tucked neatly next to my bag, on the shore side of the mud, as we swam 200 mtrs across The Ray. It was early Saturday morning and my mind was doing a dance with indecision. … Continue reading An Introduction To Swimming Out On The Ray With Mat – The Open Water Swimming Coach

Yesterday morning I was short of time, a busy day ahead. I knew it is good for my wellbeing to begin the day with some form of exercise. One of the elements of working in an overseas drug and alcohol rehab, was the importance given to exercise, movement and meditation first thing in the morning. … Continue reading Developing The Art Of Focused Intention Through Yoga

"Being in nature allows the prefrontal cortex, the brain’s command center, to dial down and rest, like an overused muscle."         David Strayer. Cognitive Psychologist.  Yesterday I walked to my Fluid Flow to Restore class at the Yoga Factory. The walk was part of my warm up before flexing. It was the first … Continue reading Recalibrate Your Brain By Taking Time Out In Nature

I remember when I started wild swimming. The Thames Estuary, kissing the shingled shoreline, in my little hometown of Southend on Sea. It wasn't considered fashionable or fabulous then - the only people I would see dipping their toes into the salty brine the same as me, were swimsuit clad septuagenarians. For them, it never … Continue reading Turn To Wild Swimming To Explore & Increase Wellbeing

Winning an award for creating a happy team and making the working environment better, was something I didn't see the value in as a young adult finding her way in the world.  Now, as an experienced Humanistic Therapist and Wellbeing Practitioner, I fully understand the importance and value of building and working with a team, … Continue reading 5 Key Tips To Boost Mental Wellbeing in the WorkPlace