Spring has finally arrived, and with it comes a sense of renewal we’ve all been craving. The hedges are turning green again, cherry blossom is appearing, and everything in nature seems to be waking up finally. At this time of year, many of us feel a natural pull toward fresh starts — clearing out cupboards, reorganising life admin, making plans. It can feel energising, but it can also feed something many of us don’t realise we’re carrying: an addiction to urgency . I noticed

The 1st February marks Imbolc, a seasonal festival that sits in the middle of the Winter Solstice and the Spring Equinox. It’s often described as the moment when winter begins to loosen its grip and we can start to feel that Spring is coming. We start to notice that the light is slowly returning and the first signs of life start stirring beneath the surface. We're still emerging from Winter, there’s no sudden burst of growth and colour. Instead, it’s a subtle emerging that is

As the New Year approaches, there’s often a familiar pressure in the air. New year, new you. New routines. Big goals. More effort. Gym memberships, strict plans, and the idea that January is the moment to completely reset your life. For some people, that energy feels motivating. For others, it feels exhausting before the year has even properly begun. My approach is a little different. Rather than seeing January as a time for big change, I see it as part of winter — a season t

For a long time, I found it difficult to rest without guilt. I remember being so tired but still feeling I should go to the gym, I even would ring my mum asking for permission not to go because I couldn’t allow myself that decision. Rest felt like something I had to earn, rather than something I deserved. But here’s the truth: rest isn’t earned, it isn’t a luxury—it’s necessary. Many people I work with here in Burton-on-Trent tell me the same thing: "I know I need to slow do

If you’re lying awake at night with a busy mind, restless body, or that familiar feeling of exhaustion mixed with wired energy, trust me you are not the only one! We all have times like this and poor sleep has become incredibly common — especially for people juggling work, family, social commitments, and the constant pull of screens and notifications. Improving your sleep doesn’t have to mean overhauling your entire life. Gentle changes, supportive routines, and calming pract

Somehow… we’re here. December! The month where the diary fills itself, the to-do lists multiply, and we collectively wonder how on earth the year has gone so fast. This time of year can feel full in every possible way — festive gatherings, school events, Christmas shopping, end-of-year deadlines, family commitments, and a general sense that everything needs to happen right now. And while lots of December is joyful, it can also be overwhelming, exhausting, and overstimulating

As the year draws to a close, Black Friday often tempts us with things we don’t really need. But what if this year, you gave yourself something different — an experience that restores, uplifts, and sets the tone for the months ahead? THE SPRING RESET RETREAT On Sunday 15th March 2026 , join me for a half‑day retreat designed to help you gently emerge from winter and step into spring with renewed energy. This retreat is all about finding calm and clarity for the year ahead. To

Let’s be honest — some parts of yoga are really hard. If you’ve ever been in a vinyasa class and thought, “How on earth do people make this look so easy?” , you’re definitely not the only one. In my recent mini-series, “Oof! That’s Kind of Hard!” I broke down some of the most common moments in yoga classes that tend to challenge people — even those who’ve been practicing for a while. Because, while yoga is about more than the poses, it helps to understand why certain movem

FINDING CALM BEFORE BEDTIME In today's busy world, our minds often stay switched on long after the day has ended. Evening yoga offers a gentle, grounding way to unwind - to shift from "doing" to "being." At Roots & Reeds in Burton, my slower evening yoga classes are designed to help you release tension, quiet your mind, and prepare your body for deep, restful sleep. THE SCIENCE BEHIND MOVEMENT & SLEEP When we move slowly and with intention, out nervous system begins to regula

As autumn settles in across Burton upon Trent, many of us feel the subtle weight of the seasonal shift. The days grow shorter, the skies turn grey, and our energy can dip. If you’ve been feeling low, unmotivated, or just a little off—you're not alone. This time of year naturally invites us to slow down, reflect, and restore. Personally, this autumn has felt harder than usual. My late summer holiday was more soggy than sunny, and I’ve found myself battling that familiar perfec

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As the seasons change, many of us feel the pull to slow down and reset. Autumn is the perfect time to de-stress, release the busyness of...

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