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Sunday Reads: Midsummer

Sunday Reads: Midsummer

The summer solstice has been and gone, meaning we are well and truly into summer time.  It is also time for our monthly round up of wellbeing news and articles.  Enjoy a sit down and read in the shade. Have you tried homemade lemonade?  It is very easy and refreshing....

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Aromatherapy Blends; Our Current Favourite

Aromatherapy Blends; Our Current Favourite

If you've ever visited us here at Ashlins you may have noticed we love burning essential oils.  We love how just a few drops can change the atmosphere of the whole clinic; refreshing, revitalising, rejuvenating or relaxing us in mere minutes.   While burning...

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Stress Busters no. 91-99

Stress Busters no. 91-99

91 . Go dancing 92. Sigh occasionally 93. Drink lots of good water 94. Have a good cry 95. Make time for hobbies 96. Work as a team 97. Compromise/cooperate 98. Don’t procrastinate 99. Don’t over schedule

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Stress Busters no. 81-90

Stress Busters no. 81-90

  81. Schedule play time 82. Do your best then stop 83. Limit caffeine and sugar 84. Be spontaneous 85. Get some fresh air 86. Be pampered 87. Join help networks 88. Maintain good posture 89. Respect your limits 90. Exercise routinely   The series so...

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In Season Fruit and Veg: June

In Season Fruit and Veg: June

There's an abundance of tasty produce in season this month.  Which is your favourite?  We've found some tasty recipes to tempt you in to eating seasonal food.   Strawberries Strawberry, honey and chocolate dippers (via River Cottage) Strawberry Panzanella (via...

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Stress Busters no. 71-80

Stress Busters no. 71-80

Here's the 8th part of our stress busting series.  Only 2 more to go!  How many have you tried?     71. Stop the ‘shoulds’ 72. Allow for imperfections 73. Plan a special outing 74. Take in the sun 75 Validate yourself 76. Expose your secrets 77. Seek advice...

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E17 Art Trail – Featuring Acupuncturist Sally!

E17 Art Trail – Featuring Acupuncturist Sally!

Our ever busy Acupuncturist Sally is taking part in the E17 Art Trail! As well as being a respected therapist she is also a photographer and will be displaying some of her work. Drop in and see her on Saturday 7th, Sunday 8th and Sunday 15th June at 42 Pasquier Road....

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Celebrating our Birthday in Style, Stress Busting Open Day

Celebrating our Birthday in Style, Stress Busting Open Day

A couple of weeks ago Ashlins was swarming with therapists and local people, all enjoying one of the biggest events in our history.  The reason? We were celebrating our 20th birthday with a stress beating themed open day.   We had birthday balloons.....   ...and gave...

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Sunday Reads: Stress Free Summer

Sunday Reads: Stress Free Summer

  June is here already, meaning that the longest day of the year is almost upon us!  Say goodbye to the month of May with our latest links round up.  We're finishing off our stress theme today, so pour yourself a drink and settle down to read.   Top 5 Tips...

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