Cherry Tree Holistic

What beautiful words to see us into the penultimate month of the year.

I've felt a change this morning - urged on by the damp fog and the chill that greeted me this morning. With the background changes in the landscape it's definitely feeling like it's time to grab more comfy knits, snuggly blankets and possibly even dig out the hot water bottle!

So here's to a warm treatment room with comforting treatments designed to nourish your soul and with you in mind.

Come and be met where you're at.

R x

"Wishing you a peaceful Samhain, with candles glowing for memories, gratitude, and the people whose stories remain with us". Unknown

A beautiful day back in my treatment room after a week off with reflexology and reiki featuring heavily. And I have to say, there are days where treatments just hit the spot more.

Today was one of them - I'm not sure if the energy that clients presented with, or whether it was because of the day of treatment but it definitely felt more intense.

I never cease to be amazed at how effective these treatments can be what things come up during them (especially during reiki).

Definitely a day of treats and not tricks (well, possibly some good ones!).

Perhaps it's time you find a way to treat yourself.

R x

Gosh, what a difference a few days makes. We've gone from golden light gently meandering across my room to dark and moody with nothing in-between.

And I love it!

Today I welcomed two lovely ladies for 90 minute treatments and I was able to keep lighting to a minimum, allowing them to fully relax and drift away.

The result? Women whose bodies were reminded of what rest and digest mode could feel like; from gurgling stomachs, to stillness and deep sighs you could see at what point the central nervous system went "it's okay, I am safe and I can rest."

It's why I love what I do.

Perhaps a warm welcome and a holistic approach is just what you need?

R x

Gosh, what a day!

Two beautiful clients who benefitted from back, neck and shoulder massages with some facial work added in where appropriate, and then onwards to chat all things holistic therapies at my friends business birthday bash.

It was genuinely lovely to celebrate Laura Dilloway at Spot on Fitness & Sports Therapy and her amazing 20 years in business and it was lovely to meet others who have been helped by her in some way.

I loved giving mini treatments and chatting about how holistic therapies can help and seeing people take just a moment of time to pause.

There were gentle reminders about the power of connection, stillness and therapeutic touch.

But now it's time for a cheeky drink, pyjamas and a snuggle with the kid.

R x

I have the great honour of calling Laura Dilloway a good friend - we've been through a lot together in the last 10 years and she was one of my early business supporters and cheerleaders (she also happens to be a pretty amazing pilates instructor ☺️)

It seems only fitting that I get to spend Saturday celebrating her amazing business achievement of 20 years (!) and offering reflexology taster sessions throughout the afternoon.

Please come along, meet Laura and try out some of her taster classes, mingle and try out reflexology and other therapies.

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20 years ago I was preparing to leave my nice “safe” full time job as a fitness instructor at Edgbarrow and Sandhurst Sports Centres to embark on a new and exciting journey!

MANY didn’t believe I would make it work…..
but here I am a whole 20 YEARS LATER about to celebrate my business lasting longer than I dared think about back then!

Please join me in celebrating on Saturday 10th October 3-6pm at Owlsmoor Community Centre

There will be:
Free open class tasters
Wellness stands from local therapists and businesses
Games and competitions
A raffle
And of course nibbles and drinks!

(We might even try some of those viral Pilates & Prosecco games!)

Something that was normally invisible suddenly became visible after a foggy morning and it was beautiful. And it was lovely to hear the chatter between parents and children about them on the way to school in the morning.

I'm always amazed by nature and although I'm really not a spider lover, I do find their webs a thing of beauty and I'm always amazed by their resilience.

But I also love how nature shows us things and serves as a reminder - just because you cannot see something, it doesn't mean it's not happening.

And this echoes with me in two ways.

Firstly - you never know what someone is going through until they share that with you. I feel hugely privileged that women share with me what they do and I never take it for granted. It's always a reminder that every day we walk out of our doors and be the person we're needed to be and not necessarily the one who is struggling.

Secondly - the quiet background work that seems to be doing nothing is often doing more than you think. It may not always be apparent or obvious, but those quiet moments, those small changes are adding up to bigger things.

Holistic therapies can be a huge part of that silent work - those moments where you can settle for a moment, have someone take time for you, support you and ultimately where you can put the brakes on life for a moment.

R x

Hello October, and welcome to the cool morning and sunlight filled days - I am 100% here for sunsets like this one earlier this week!

As always at the start of the month, I looked at quotes but nothing really felt quite right. So today, you have my words.

Like you, there are times where things feel heavy and the noise just gets a little too much. So, just like I encourage so many of my clients to do, I'm learning to let things fall away.

Soon the leaves will start to turn and then, as autumn progresses to winter, they'll start to fall. A great practice is to assign thoughts or worries or patterns of behaviour that you want to let go of to leaves and then watch them float away. It's a great visual representation and can really help with the notion of physically and mentally letting go.

So this month, soak in the warmth and light of the sun, snuggle in blankets, wear the cosy knits on the cooler days, turn your face to the sun as often as possible and eat well.

Learn to let go of what no longer serves you.

R x

If you've been following me long enough, you'll know that one of my passions is supporting women into and through perimenopause.

I entered into extra training because I felt that as a woman of a certain age, knowledge was power.

And I wasn't wrong.

I knew all about hot flushes and changing cycles, but a lot of the other symptoms never really got mentioned.

What I have learned through personal experience and working with women, is that perimenopause can be sneaky and insidious and can turn your life a little topsy turvy.

A lot of the more well known symptoms are not actually early signs of changes, and so chances to make lifestyle changes or start HRT early can be missed.

I've mentioned a few of the lesser know symptoms, and my graphic goes into a little more detail. But if there really are 100 signs and symptoms, then I'm still a long way off.

So let me know what you're struggling with and if you think it's hormone related.

The more I've read and studied, the more I am utterly amazed by our bodies. The interconnected nature of our mind and body, and the differing systems within them both, is so utterly apparent and amazing in equal measure that it can be difficult to ascertain what symptoms mean.

But that's why it is so important to me to treat the whole you.

I absolutely love resetting my room and getting all my laundry sorted in one go. This is one chore that can feel a little laborious, but when it all comes together and I can spend time mindfully folding and arranging it all, it's actually quite fun.

I have appointments available throughout October (and as early as Thursday) so message me for more information and keep an eye out for a post later this week with availability.

Remember I offer a variety of treatments;
💫 Reflexology
💫 Reflexology for menopause
💫 Reiki
💫 Holistic facials
💫 Indian Head Massage

Perhaps this is the sign that you need to book some self care time and hit pause on the busy day.

R x

About yesterday........

Reflexology for Women’s Health

When I booked onto this course before the summer, I had no idea that it fell during World Reflexology Week, so heading towards Hove yesterday, things felt a little serendipitous.

And I couldn’t have asked for a better day, with such a fabulous tutor and group of women.

Lisa Solise Holistic School — thank you for sharing your knowledge and expertise, and for creating such a safe space for the exploration of all things women’s health.

Felicity Felicity 🤍 Reflexologist in Berkshire — thank you for finding Lisa and giving me that gentle nudge to book. It was blissful to see you and work together, and I cannot wait to welcome you to my space soon for some self-care. (And yes, I absolutely welcome trying hot stone reflexology!)

I was reminded why reflexology is so powerful, and how useful it can be as a medium for balance and healing. There is something so deeply connecting about receiving a treatment — its apparent simplicity leading to surprising results.

But the truth is, there is nothing simple about reflexology.

Its origins are steeped in history, and it has been practised throughout the world for generations. There is so much depth to this beautiful practice — connecting, provoking and creating a sense of wholeness that shouldn’t be underestimated.

A beautiful reminder of why I love what I do. 🤍