Category Archives: health

Happy Birthday, NHS! #NHS70

Posted on July 9, 2018 by SpookyMrsGreen

Our National Health Service just celebrated its 70th birthday, and for some reason this was considered a big milestone by the media. I even received a postcard with my monthly prescription delivery celebrating the event. Perhaps it is because the … Continue reading →

Product Review: Naipo Car Seat Cushion Back Massager

Posted on April 25, 2018 by SpookyMrsGreen

You may have seen my previous reviews for massage cushions from Naipo. These products have been a godsend for my chronic back pain and sciatica, and I use both of the cushions regularly. I jumped at the opportunity of testing … Continue reading →

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Reiki and Emotional Healing at Christmas

Posted on November 29, 2017 by SpookyMrsGreen

My reiki practise continues alongside all the other chaos in my life at present. You know what I mean: husband, children, domestic challenges, family challenges, work and all the rest. I never really took time to learn what reiki healing … Continue reading →

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When Life is a Challenge

Posted on August 23, 2017 by SpookyMrsGreen

This week I feel broken. There are many conflicting demands on my time at the moment, and I have had to let something lapse. That was my work. While I am desperate to continue building my freelance writing business, and … Continue reading →

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Breathe

Posted on June 7, 2017 by SpookyMrsGreen

Take a deep breath, all the way from the bottom of your lungs. Breathe in…. hold… Breath out… And again: Breathe in… hold… Breathe out… Once more: Breathe in… hold… Breathe out. You got this. You can vote in the … Continue reading →

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Does He Have OCD? #mentalhealth

Posted on May 29, 2017 by SpookyMrsGreen

I recently read a blog post from a man who talks about his mental health, and what it means to have OCD. Like many people, I have made flippant remarks in the past about my OCD tendencies. I try not … Continue reading →

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My Spiritual Journey: Reiki and Distance Healing

Posted on May 17, 2017 by SpookyMrsGreen

At this stage in my spiritual journey, I am exploring the possibilities of distance healing with reiki. Last week I completed part two of the classroom training for Reiki 2nd Degree, Okuden. Now I must take time to complete the … Continue reading →

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#MHAW17 Get Back Up Again

Posted on May 10, 2017 by SpookyMrsGreen

This is proving to be a very tough week for me personally. How is it for you? I thought that once the retrograde planets starting moving again, we would be able to put an end to our current drama. Well, … Continue reading →

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Easter Holiday in Review #pblogger

Posted on April 17, 2017 by SpookyMrsGreen

We have reached the end of the school Easter holiday, and what a long one it has been. I had dreamed of taking some time to rest and recuperate while we were off school. No such luck! From hyperactive children, … Continue reading →

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My Spiritual Journey: Coping with Stress

Posted on March 22, 2017 by SpookyMrsGreen

My reiki journey continues alongside domestic life, and I am noticing very definite distinctions in my behaviour, my mood, and the way I cope with everyday stress. Before I properly accepted reiki into my life, I would practise meditation sporadically, … Continue reading →