Were you hug-deprived in 2020? We really cannot underestimate the power of human connection. The reassurance, sense of belonging, connecting with our tribe, feeling validated, reconnecting with our sense of identity, being able to care about others again, and just being able to touch or hold someone. That human connection is an integral part of our being. We are tribal… Read more →
“When the wind changes, we must adjust our sails” It’s time to go ONLINE! These times of change and uncertainty are affecting life as we know it. When faced with things that we cannot change, it is important to remember that there are still things that we have control over. One of them may be the way that we… Read more →
Through physics we know that we are all a collective energy from the same source. It has been proved beyond doubt that all forms of matter vibrate at different energy levels, yet they are all interconnected. Each person, animal, plant and mineral is connected. We have been trained to believe that we are separate from everyone and everything else, and… Read more →
There is freedom in accepting ourselves exactly as we are and acknowledging that we are a work in progress, continually learning and developing. When we choose to honour ourselves with this love and respect on our journey in the School of Life, we are also able to show love and respect to all others. Life is the greatest teacher and… Read more →
Honesty begins within. When you accept yourself with absolute honesty, it becomes easier to be open, honest and authentic with others. Let go of any need for approval, or any fear of rejection, and accept yourself exactly as you are right now. You are OK. You are more than OK. You don’t have to be any more than you already… Read more →
How easy it is, to feel a sense of anger and immediately react by either responding in a similar fashion, feeling immobilised or withdrawing. It is the primeval fight, flight or freeze reaction that kicks in before your brain has had a chance to catch up. However, anger is not necessarily a negative emotion. It can be very meaningful and… Read more →
Sometimes it feels as though worry seems to be a natural, default state of mind. Could it be because we have been conditioned to be active, ever watchful … a primeval urge to be in control in order to be safe. How often do you feel that you can just “be”? Do you worry about the past? Sometimes our worry… Read more →
Did you know that color is a form of communication, both to other people and to yourself? Each colour carries with it a specific vibration that can be absorbed by your being and help you to intentionally create your reality from one moment to the next. Everything in the universe is made up of light which moves at different frequencies.… Read more →
This is what 5lbs of fat and 5lbs of muscle looks like. That’s 2.26kg. Fat sure does take up much more space than muscle. No wonder I’ve been spilling out over the top of my jeans lately with my Buddha-belly and muffin top. Being honest here … because I know some of you have felt the same way. Over the… Read more →
Do dogs have a special place in your heart? If so you will be happy to know that 2018 is the year of the Earth Dog and celebrates the attributes of our loyal and trusty companions. But it does more than that. If we look a little deeper and consider what it means to the Chinese, and those who resonate… Read more →
Why is my Gut important? You know that “gut feeling” that you get when something is right or wrong? It is a very real resource that, when developed, can be used to increase your intuition and inner guidance, and help you to be healthy. How can this be? Your gut, also known as the enteric nervous system, is often referred… Read more →
The key to a healthy body is based on the quality of your cells. In order to both survive and prosper, cells must have oxygen, water, nutrients (potassium, sodium, calcium, magnesium, zinc and other trace minerals) and be able to to eliminate their own waste. All of these things are dependent on the quality of your blood. For the cells… Read more →
It is Breast Cancer Prevention week and women around the world are being asked to share a pink heart with other women on Facebook as a reminder to get their breasts checked for lumps. This is important, but it’s more important to share information about simple lifestyle strategies that can prevent the lumps from appearing in the first place. Remember… Read more →
What does Christmas mean to you? For some it is a time of joy, giving, happy families and plenty of love. For others it can be a difficult time. In the spirit of Christmas, allow yourself time to take a breath and be present with what it’s really all about. Above all, be gentle with yourself and those around you. For… Read more →
Life is an epic journey and most people have experienced many incredible highs and some challenging low points along the way. Often the road to the future is punctuated by challenging and difficult circumstances, deep grief or trauma. Life is not discerning between those who have and those who have not and in reality, nobody escapes unscathed and it becomes… Read more →
Do you ever feel sluggish, foggy in the head or just not quite right? Do you suffer from intestinal distress – constipation, carbohydrate indigestion, diarrhea, gas, bloat, hemorrhoids, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Diverticulosis, Colitis, Parasites or skin conditions such as psoriasis, shingles and eczema? Do you find it difficult to lose weight? Do you suffer from pain; abdominal pain, continuous headaches and migraines,… Read more →
How do stories affect me? Stories are about the way people see the world, how they remember events, their self-talk, and how they respond to people and events in their life. All at a conscious level. What if there was an easy way to bypass the conscious mind and communicate with themselves at a deeper level? To look beyond what… Read more →
The science, yes SCIENCE, of Kinesiology can gently and quickly find out what your body wants you to know. It’s interesting that your body will always tell you when something has been bothering you for too long. However, unless you are aware of this and good at listening to your body, your initial solutions will probably make the problem worse. Read more →
Lots of us have had the same New Year’s resolution for as long as we can remember. Losing weight, quitting cigarettes, drinking less alcohol, spending more time with family or friends and being nicer to yourself are probably ringing a couple of Jingle Bells for you. These are also among the resolutions that are most commonly broken. Read more →
I have heard that it is better for your health to be more alkaline than acidic, but what exactly does this mean? In order to burn fat effectively, have a healthy immune system and to repair itself, your body needs an alkaline environment which is a pH balance of about 7 to 7.4. When the pH of your bodily fluids,… Read more →
LETTING GO “Letting Go” is a great cliché and heard more often now than ever before. But really what is “Letting Go”? I was driving a long distance in a very strong wind recently and it was difficult to keep the car in the right lane. I had to grip the steering wheel very tightly and even though I was… Read more →
Terry came to see me in clinic a few years ago. He was on crutches, and putting any weight on his right foot caused excruciating pain. He had spent more than 3 years going to Doctors and Specialists, none of whom could help any more. He had tried many medications, most of them leaving him feeling worse in other ways… Read more →
There are many prisoners among us. Invisible prisoners. You can’t see their prison clothes, shackles or handcuffs but they are living without freedom, choice and dreams for their future. Imprisoned for a crime that they didn’t commit and shackled by the beliefs of others. They may not know that they are prisoners. Read more →
Much like carrying a heavy bag all day, our stress can accumulate. If we stop, just for a moment, to put that bag down, we are not as tired at the end of the day. Take a moment out of your busy day to stop, breathe and enjoy the peace of a new day and the rhythm of the waves.… Read more →
Do you feel fantastic when you have had a good night’s sleep? That feeling of being in control, on top of everything and able to handle anything that comes your way. If you are not sleeping well, especially if it is happening on a regular basis, it can not only affect how you feel about yourself, it can affect many… Read more →
My dog “Lucky” has 3 legs and 1 eye I was just thinking about how lucky we are to live in this great society of ours. We can love and marry whoever we want (as long as they are the same sex). We can smoke whatever we want (as long as we buy… Read more →
Refuse to allow negative, self-defeating thoughts. Don’t think anything about yourself that you wouldn’t say out loud to your best friend. Read more →
Forget the stereotype of sitting crosslegged in a meditative yogic post. You can achieve Nirvana in a supermarket queue. Simply become aware of your thoughts, take a few deep breaths and bring your mind home to the centre of your being. Read more →
Discovering the Buddha of Compassion Inside each of us is a light, loving, and truly forgiving energy that can transcend any burden that we may be holding onto. We often aren’t aware that we are carrying a heavy load inside, yet when a certain intense topic comes up, it can feel like a 10 ton weight is sitting upon our… Read more →
A mind that in its natural state of order
Is in harmony with the universe
And such a mind is timeless Read more →
” ….. if you accept everyone you meet along the way as a teacher and if you are prepared, most of all, to face and forgive some very difficult realities about yourself, then the truth will not be withheld from you”. Read more →
It’s really up to you how long you want to ride this train, or how far down the rabbit hole you want to go. Reflect for a moment that you are the sum total of everything you have eaten, drunk, slapped on your skin, read, listened to and thought. If you want to get back to feeling good, it’s easy and your body will respond rapidly. Here are a few guidelines. Read more →
Overcome jet lag with Traditional Chinese Medicine acupressure points If you are travelling to another time zone you probably know only too well the feeling of jet lag that can get in the way of making the most of where you are. Here’s how to overcome it quickly and easily using acupressure points. These are the points that are… Read more →
Be kind to yourself If you indulge in a few treats this festive season, be sure to enjoy them. Bingle Jells! What is the best thing about Christmas for you? Is it the joyous, uplifting spirit of giving and sharing, happy smiling faces, being with loved ones, sharing gifts, or the sumptuous food and opportunity to party? What is the… Read more →
I saw this on FB thismorning and loved the message. I hope you like it too. “The small details of your lives are what really matter in a relationship. It is not the mansion, the car, property, the money in the bank. These create an environment conducive for happiness but cannot give happiness in themselves. So find time to be your… Read more →
Health is like a Showbag – there are many factors to consider. However the good news is that it’s not rocket science. It’s really very simple. Keep an eye on this page – more info coming soon Read more →
IT’S JUST OLD AGE …. OR IS IT ? Are we educated to plan and provide for our future from a very early age? Perhaps some of us saved pocket money for our first prized possession, thought about what we wanted to be when we grew up and started making choices, usually about education, that would give us the qualifications… Read more →
[one_half] A warm welcome to Holistic Health Melbourne … Hello, I’m Keren Perhaps you are experiencing challenges in your life, health, career or relationships just now. You know, it’s never “just one thing” – there are many components that can affect the way you feel, some of them obvious and others not so obvious. Together, we can work on many levels to explore aspects ranging… Read more →
I’ve learned….that the greatest thing you can do for someone is to accept them just the way they are without trying to change them I’ve learned …… that this is probably the hardest thing that you will ever have to do in your life I’ve learned….that to ignore the facts does not change the facts… Read more →
Living can be a wonderful experience. The best and most important things in life are the things that are free – our health, happiness and peace of mind. Without these things everything else becomes meaningless and empty. Trying to find gratification from external sources is like trying to satisfy hunger by taping sandwiches all over your body. So how can… Read more →
A warm welcome to Holistic Health Melbourne If you are ready for a change, you have come to the right place It may be a very small change, or a large one. It doesn’t matter. Sometimes the smallest change can have the biggest impact. What does matter is that you can begin by taking one step towards what… Read more →