One of the biggest challenges at this time of year is that the nights draw in and our energy begins to naturally shift towards hibernation - just as we move into some of the busiest and most social months of the year! This can leave us feeling the tension of our bodies pulling us towards rest, and our minds pulling us to action.

If you find yourself being rather irritable or snappy, or feeling overwhelmed and tearful this can be a sign we need to make adjustments. I can’t say I have at all perfected the balance of rest and activity this time of year but there are some simple things we can do to help preserve our energy and our sanity!

Here are my top tips for staying energised as Winter approaches:

I had my second mammogram a couple of weeks ago, and it struck me afterwards that there probably aren't many situations where you are expected to take your top and bra off in front of a complete stranger, have your breasts positioned and squashed between two plates, and then simply carry on with your day as though nothing unusual has happened!

If you've never had a mammogram before, it can sound rather intimidating. I thought it might be useful to share my experience, particularly for anyone who has been invited for breast screening and is feeling a little nervous about going.

We tend to think of air conditioning as something that keeps us cool inside our homes. Yet London has its own enormous, natural cooling system – millions of trees growing in our streets, parks, gardens and woodlands. With hotter summers becoming part of our reality, could the humble tree be one of the simplest ways of making our city more comfortable to live in, and what can we do to help look after them?

When we think holistically about our wellbeing, our environment plays a significant role. There’s a reason therapeutic spaces often share similar qualities. Thought is given to all the senses, creating an atmosphere that helps people unwind and relax. The intention is to offer a sanctuary away from the stresses of everyday life. And really… why shouldn’t we create that for ourselves at home?

Are you hearing a lot about the need for rest but struggling to find the time? I totally understand that frustration. Nonetheless, adequate rest is essential to our good health, especially for women due to our energy cycles. There are periods when we need more rest such as during menstruation, pregnancy and perimenopause. However, rest doesn’t always mean finding time to do nothing. This guide will show you practical ways to get the seven types of rest you need.

Did you know that most New Year Resolutions fail by the end of the month? In this blog I share with you an alternative approach, aligned with seasonal cycles, that helps you set achievable goals for sustainable long-term change and happiness.

September has that unmistakable "back-to-school" energy. For me, it feels a bit like a second New Year—a chance to reset, set new intentions, and bring fresh focus after the slower pace of August. The only challenge? The weeks between now and Christmas seem to fly by, and it’s easy to feel the pressure of unfinished projects and busy schedules.

That’s why I like to see September as an opportunity to pause, reflect, and make small but meaningful changes that support both our wellbeing and our goals.

Did you know that there is a functional relationship between our feet and our pelvic floor?!

Many women experience pelvic floor issues including pain, incontinence and prolapse, and at the same time they may also have foot problems, such as plantar fasciitis, bunion, foot pain or stiffness. If this applies to you and you have been trying to treat these as separate issues you may benefit from a wider perspective! Read this blog to learn easy practises you can do to help both your foot and pelvic function.

Our Inner Summer can be the most enjoyable and productive part of our cycle. It is the phase that is most recognised and rewarded in society and a time where our energy and mood can be high. This is your time to shine!

It occurs as the body reaches ovulation and oestrogen peaks. Physically it can be where our skin is more glowing, our hair more luscious, we may have a bounce in our step and a swing in our hips. We may feel more energised and more comfortable in our bodies and there can be a natural rise in libido. If you are planning a family, this is the time to act!

Every day, most of us use a range of personal care and household products without thinking twice—shampoo, toothpaste, deodorant, body lotion, washing-up liquid, cleaning sprays. But have you ever stopped to consider what’s actually in them?

Decluttering has multiple benefits of creating more physical space and comfort, more mental space and ease, and through the process to re-evaluate what really matters to you and what you can let go of. Then by creating all this space and shifting the energy it allows new things to flow into your life. 

If you ever feel stuck in life, that nothing is changing or improving, a little decluttering can work wonders!

There are many ways to declutter, here are three ways you can shift the energy and create space and ease in your life:

Our inner Spring occurs as the bleed part of the cycle ends and we move towards ovulation. It is sometimes referred to as the follicular phase of the cycle as it is when the ovaries are developing one of the follicles to be released later in ovulation. 

This phase has similar qualities to nature's spring of rising energy and growth. However, like those delicate new shoots and leaves we can see outside, we need to treat ourselves with a little tenderness during this phase…