Can you feel the change in the energy around you as the weather warms up, the social calendar fills, you need time off work to attend your children’s end of year events and the family start calling?? It can start to feel overwhelming, but finding balance over the silly season is possible! We often call these months ‘the silly season’ as it can be a time filled with joy and laughter, but it can also be a time of busyness, stress, tension, conflict and drama. While it is easy to get swept up in the hustle and bustle at the …
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We all know stress is not great but did you know that long term stress is really harmful to your physical and mental health? “Diseases whose development has been linked to both stress and inflammation include cardiovascular dysfunctions, diabetes, cancer, autoimmune syndromes and mental illnesses such as depression and anxiety disorders.” PubMed Getting on top of our stress levels and finding peace and calm is vital to our wellbeing! This can be a challenge in today’s modern world when we are busy with working, parenting and daily life. But with some natural remedies to support and some lifestyle changes, it is …
Getting a good night’s sleep is essential for everyone: adults, children, and especially parents of young children. Sleep plays a vital role in physical health, emotional wellbeing, and the body’s natural ability to heal and cope with stress. Choose natural solutions for sleep disturbances and the whole family will benefit! For children, quality sleep supports healthy growth and development. For adults, it helps regulate mood, immune function and mental clarity. And for busy parents juggling the demands of family life, poor sleep can quickly lead to exhaustion and overwhelm. In this blog, we’ll explore gentle, natural approaches to support better …
If I had to use one word to sum up grief I would choose change. And most of us don’t like change, even when we ask for it, so change in the form of grief is always a big obstacle in our life journey. Supporting the grief journey with natural remedies is nourishing and nurturing to the soul. When you are blinded by grief and you can’t view the world as you once saw it, there are no rules on what you will feel, what you should feel and what you should do. It’s about reconstructing the world into a …
Nothing can prepare you for the diagnosis of a serious illness – whether it’s your diagnosis or that of a loved one. We are all touched by grim prognoses at some point in our life, unfortunately. Dealing with big illnesses can challenge us physically, emotionally and spiritually. The goal of this blog is to provide guidance to family and friends of a diagnosed loved one, and also some tips for those personally facing a difficult health crisis. In recent years, I’ve been involved in supporting two of the most important women in my life as they wrestle with facing medical facts …
I must admit, I always viewed the stage of children leaving home as the parents’ time to reconnect and pursue things of their own enjoyment without living life around the schedule of their kids. But as I get closer to this period in my life, I notice a general sense of sadness in my friends whose children are moving out and navigating the empty nester stage. Usually it’s a rational sense of sadness where the parent misses the child’s company or presence around the house because they understand the child is pursuing their own life and adjusting to the world …
Anxiety, overwhelm, stress and worry seem to be common concerns these days. Big life events, trauma, hormone and gut issues and even nutritional deficiencies can all contribute to us experiencing feelings of anxiousness. There are many natural remedies to try that may help ease the symptoms of anxiety. What is anxiety? Anxiety is a multi-system response to a perceived threat or danger. Everyone feels anxious from time to time, especially when we feel under pressure or something happens to disrupt our calm. When the anxious feelings don’t go away or make it hard to cope with daily life it may …
Toddlers are right up The Simplest Remedy’s alley as all of my flower essences were created when I had three under four years of age keeping me on my toes. These essences have been tried and tested and there is nothing more rewarding to watch them work their magic right before my eyes! Here are some remedies that can help all parents with natural support for toddlers. Flower Essences to Support Toddlers Flower essences are a brilliant support for toddlers and are a safe and gentle natural remedy. If your toddler resists taking the drops under their tongue, you can …
With the warmer weather creeping in, it’s natural to feel a sense of rejuvenation and optimism. Are you ready for a spring clean? We usually associate spring cleaning with our home and while that is a great thing to do (hello feng shui), we can also do a spring clean of our mind, body and soul and clear any old, stagnant energy leftover from winter and any illnesses we may have had. If you are ready to capitalise on the fresh, warm energy of spring to welcome abundance, positivity and growth into your life, I have some tips that can …
Caring for other people is a beautiful privilege and a rewarding experience. It can also be very emotional and exhausting, so it is important to practice self care while in this role. Whether you are looking after children, elderly parents or those with an illness or disability, creating a good balance and finding adequate support is crucial to ensure your wellbeing. Often carers and caregivers are performing this role over a long period of time, so it is very important to consider how you will be able to make it sustainable and avoid burn out. The emotional aspect of care-giving …


