Rachael Barrett Rachael Barrett

The Vagus Nerve: Your Body's Whisper of Calm and How to Listen

Discover how the vagus nerve connects mind and body, plus 5 gentle practices to ease anxiety, support digestion, and restore your natural calm.

The vagus nerve is a remarkable part of our nervous system that plays a profound role in how we respond to stress, feel calm, digest our food and even connect with others. A whisper inside of all us - a soft guiding current that connects mind, nervous system and the rhythms of the body. 

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Rachael Barrett Rachael Barrett

The First Supermoon of 2025

Discover the magic of the UK’s first full moon of the year - a radiant supermoon. Learn simple moon rituals, explore seasonal wellbeing practices aligned with lunar cycles, and find inspiration to release and renew.

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Rachael Barrett Rachael Barrett

Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

As the days grow shorter and the light begins to fade, many of us notice a subtle shift in our energy and mood. For some, this change is fleeting, but for others it can become something much heavier - a type of depression known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). SAD is more common than you might think, and if you’ve ever felt your spark dim as the seasons change, you’re not alone. It is believed to affect up to 5% of the UK population.

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Rachael Barrett Rachael Barrett

The Blood Moon Lunar Eclipse

On Sunday 7th September 2025, as the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, our lunar companion will slip into shadow, glowing with a soft crimson light.

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