In the company of trees
As we enter this new moon cycle, (yes that Scorpio season that everyone is talking about) my pace has slowed considerably. From this place of increasing stillness I hope to further open my shamanic eyes and ears to the whispers of the natural world. I particularly...
October and the art of Surrender
Phew! Anyone else feel relieved that we have moved into November? Well I certainly do. I found October, or really the last 6 weeks, a beastly slog. I surrendered to October in the end. I had to, despite my initial reluctance and resistance, there really was no other...
October began very unproductively for me and as anyone who has experienced the slap in the face of a house-sale falling through at the last minute, will understand, I am in that kind of funk - busy sending prayers out to the universe, rituals as well as all sorts of...
7 Herbal Recipes for Autumn
For everyone in the Northern Hemisphere, we are well and truly into the colourful and blustery days of autumn or fall. The coming of autumn brings both relief and sadness for gardeners as the enthusiastic growth over the summer quietly dies down and plants lose their...
Asking Nature for the Answer
When I have something on my mind, a decision to make or simply a problem that needs solving and I am feeling stuck,one of my favourite ways of dealing with this is to take myself for a walk and hand over the issue to nature. Science shows us that being in nature makes...
5 Differences between Shamanic Reiki and Reiki Treatments
On this week's video I'm talking about two of my most favourite things: Reiki and Shamanism and how I combine Reiki with my Shamanic work to create powerful, interactive and transformative experiences for clients. You will discover: What is Reiki and what is...
5 Lessons from an Ecuadorian Shaman that will change your Life
Rummaging through a box in the attic I found an old journal detailing the first ever Shamanic ceremony that I experienced over 20 years ago. Rather than detail the ceremony, which was a sacred and life-changing experience for me, I'm sharing 5 of the most valuable...
Inspiration from Stinging Nettle
Feeling inspired by the wonderful participants of both workshops last weekend at Dilston Physic Garden and the amazing spirit of the garden and the plants there that really held us with strength, compassion and fun (we did all get soaked in the end!). The group on...
How to meet a plant ally
This is the 2nd video in which I am talking about plant allies, if you haven't watched the first one which explains What is a Plant Ally and Why do I want one? then watch that by clicking here. How to meet a plant ally? It's simple, just start becoming aware of the...
What is a Plant Ally and Why do I want one?
Here are a few notes on Plant Allies to help you answer the question what is a plant ally and why do I want one? When you think of a Plant Ally, think of a friend whose vibration resonates with you. Think along the lines of Spirit Helper, Angel Guide, Ancestral...
10 Reasons to Learn Reiki
OK so here they are: My Top 10 Reasons to Learn Reiki 1.Personal Healing When you learn Reiki Level 1 you will be connected to Reiki energy for your life time. This means that whenever you need it for personal healing, relaxation and well-being then you've got it at...
What is Plant Spirit Healing?
Plant Spirit Healing, also known as Plant Spirit Medicine, works with the spirit of plants to restore wholeness and make us feel like ourselves again. Most clients that I work with report feelings of bliss, joy, love and peace. Often a client may experience an...