<![CDATA[Bliss Holistic Healing

<![CDATA[Bliss Holistic Healing - Blog]]>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 21:48:28 -0800Weebly<![CDATA[what is sound bath healing?]]>Mon, 06 Oct 2025 15:25:04 GMThttp://www.blissholistichealing.co.uk/blog/what-is-sound-bath-healing

Sound healing has been used since ancient times for relaxation and overall well being. It was used by ancient civilizations from Greece, Egypt and India who had the idea that sound and vibrations could heal and provide harmony for mind, body and spirit. They used singing bowls, chimes, gongs, bells, drums and chanting which are still used today.

There is actually a lot of science that supports this ancient form of healing due to how the different sounds and frequencies (which are measured in hertz) effect the body but its far too complicated to get into. I went into it obviously on my course to become a sound healer but I would suggest doing a google search on the science behind it and it makes an interesting read. In summary though it is all about the frequencies, tones and vibrations, how they react with your brainwaves and how they reach your body on a deep cellular level.

Why is it called a sound bath? this is the name of a sound healing treatment because you are literally bathed in sound. You are immersing yourself in soothing vibrations and sounds which effects the whole body on all three levels. It is a deep meditation experience that you go through with a sound practitioner playing the healing instruments. It is a deep, moving and spiritual experience for the client and also for practitioner.

At Bliss we use bowls, bells, sound pyramids, drums, chimes and more for your sound healing experience. Alongside these instruments we use tuning forks to actually place on the body which helps your body to feel the vibrations on an even deeper level. We place them on the main chakra points on your body.

Chakra's are the main energy points in the body and it is important to free any blockages so that the mind, body and soul can flow and function as it should. By using the corresponding frequencies of the tuning forks over these chakras is highly beneficial to keep everything balanced.

Like all Holistic Therapies the benefits are endless. Sound Bath Healing at Bliss is a wonderful way to promote natural healing around the body and to relax the mind, body and soul together. Here are some of the benefits..

anxiety and stress relief
pain
increased energy
emotional healing
improve sleep and insomnia
clears brain fog
balances the chakra's
releases negative energy
helps with spiritual connection
lifts mood
improves inner peace and overall wellbeing

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Unfortunately we may be unable to offer this treatment if the following applies to you. (please feel free to contact us for further information and to discuss in more detail)

epilepsy and seizures
heart conditions
pacemakers and other implants
pregnancy
schizophrenia
bipolar
severe anxiety
sensitivity to sound
tinnitus

Bliss Holistic Healing xx

]]><![CDATA[what is acupuncture?]]>Thu, 02 Oct 2025 18:07:48 GMThttp://www.blissholistichealing.co.uk/blog/what-is-acupuncture

WARNING THIS BLOG CONTAINS PHOTOS OF NEEDLES BEING INSERTED INTO THE BODY

Acupuncture is an ancient form of healing which originated in China and is classed as Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). It is well known and is one of the most effective holistic treatments to have. It is also offered in some cases through the NHS but most people prefer to go to a private Acupuncturist.

We have many energy lines running through our body called meridians and it is important for them to flow freely for the mind, body and spirit to be balanced. There are also points on the body which correspond to different organs and systems which if stimulated or massaged can help with the flow of energy.

During Acupuncture fine needles are placed into specific points of the body (called acupuncture points) where there is need for treatment such as for pain. The insertion of the needles stimulate the nervous system promoting the release of natural pain relieving chemicals such as endorphins.

The fact that this treatment is sometimes provided by the NHS means that holistic, natural and ancient forms of healing are beginning to be seriously considered as a complementary therapy to medical treatment. I don't ever tell people that a complementary treatment will heal them but I always say that both holistic and medical treatments can work brilliantly together.

Even though the needles are very fine you can expect to feel maybe a pinch, sting or ache as they are inserted. You should not be in any pain or feel too uncomfortable so it is important to let your practitioner know if this is the case.

Like all Holistic Therapies the benefits are endless. Acupuncture at Bliss is a wonderful way to promote natural healing around the body and to relax the mind, body and soul together. Here are some of the benefits..

helps with sleep disorders
anxiety
arthiritis
pain
depression and anxiety
nausea
stress
nasal and sinus congestion
infertility
headaches and migraines
joint and muscle pain
boosts immune function
improves circulation
relieves brain fog
promotes overall well being

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Unfortunately we may be unable to offer this treatment if the following applies to you. (please feel free to contact us for further information and to discuss in more detail)

active infections
pregnancy
a medical emergency
tumours
bleeding disorders
uncontrolled movements
spinal instability
scars and recent wounds
epilepsy
diabetic
metal allergy
skin disorders such as eczema or psoriasis
heart disease
pacemaker
cancer
phobia of needles

Bliss Holistic Healing xx

]]><![CDATA[nic's spiritual awakening]]>Thu, 02 Oct 2025 12:40:23 GMThttp://www.blissholistichealing.co.uk/blog/nics-spiritual-awakening

From as early as I can remember I felt drawn to care, nurture and to bring light to others. As a child I dreamt of becoming a nurse. I loved singing, dancing and creating happy vibrations wherever I went. My fascination with crystals, history and sacred places grew with every family holiday to Cornwall, the Lake District and Wales. Stories of Merlin, pirates and witchcraft stirred something deep within me. I still remember walking through the witchcraft museum at 14 absorbing every detail.

My fascination with crystals, history and sacred places grew with every family holiday to Cornwall, the Lake District and Wales. Stories of Merlin, pirates and witchcraft stirred something deep within me. I still remember walking through the witchcraft museum at 14 absorbing every detail. Around this same time my parents gifted me a subscription to Mind, Body and Spirit magazine where I discovered Tarot, mediumship, Reiki and healing herbs. It felt like a whole new world had opened within and around me.

Around this same time my parents gifted me a subscription to Mind, Body and Spirit magazine where I discovered Tarot, mediumship, Reiki and healing herbs. It felt like a whole new world had opened within and around me. During my nursing studies at college I was introduced to complementary therapies, meditation and mindfulness, Reflexology, Reiki and even more in depth information about crystals. After this nursing just didn't feel right to me. It was too rushed, too stressful and impossible to balance family life. In 2016 I opened up a home based nursery caring for children, which still remains one of my greatest joys.

During my nursing studies at college I was introduced to complementary therapies, meditation and mindfulness, Reflexology, Reiki and even more in depth information about crystals. After this nursing just didn't feel right to me. It was too rushed, too stressful and impossible to balance family life. In 2016 I opened up a home based nursery caring for children, which still remains one of my greatest joys.

When the pandemic hit my spirituality started to unravel, I was waking up each morning at 4.44 feeling sick, restless and plagued by vivid dreams. My weight started to fall away and I felt like I was losing myself. Through the chaos though signs started to appear..messages in music and synchronicities everywhere I went. One song in particular spoke to me, Enya's mention of Avalon. That word began to follow me everywhere pulling me towards Merlin, Glastonbury (not the festival by the way) and the magic of the old ways.

My world was opening up with mystery, synchronicities and guidance. At a mind, body and spirit festival a flute was played over my chest. I felt an instant stagnant energy clear in an instant leaving me lighter than I had felt in years. This was the beginning of my path as a white witchy healer. I began meditating and joined women's circles, finding a sisterhood that I had craved for. With my confidence returning I even stepped into a boudoir photo shoot, something that I never would have done. Sitting there watching the slideshow on my photos I realised that I had found myself and my confidence again. Soon after I pushed myself even further out of my comfort zone by attending a woman's retreat.

I drove alone, camped alone and arrived without knowing a single soul there. By divine synchronicity I met six women who all shared the same birthday as me. That weekend I dressed as a butterfly to symbolise transformation. I shed the weight of my past and even walked barefoot across a fire to Alicia Keys This girl is on fire. Whilst I was there I tied a leather cord around my wrist. This ritual promised that it would fall off once I was on the right path. A year later I passed a healing shop which I had never noticed before. Soon after that I saw a post on Facebook where the owner of this shop was looking for a new therapist.

I felt an overwhelming nudge to reach out to he, we met that very evening and instantly felt connected. As we explored the treatment room and was being shown the equipment etc to use, I lifted the hot stone heater lid and my red cord from my wrist fell off! We laughed in amazement knowing that the universe had spoken and steered me where I needed to be. Sam offered me the role there and then, it has been an incredible journey every since. Fast forward to two years later and now myself and Sam are co owners of Bliss Holistic Healing.

From the little girl enchanted by crystals and Merlin, the the woman who has embraced her calling as a healer and a witch, my journey has been one of synchronicity, courage and trust. Today I walk my path with gratitude, holding space for others to heal, grow and awaken the magic within themselves.

Thank you for taking the time to read my story. If you feel called to begin or to deepen your own healing journey I'd love to guide and work alongside you. You can explore my treatments, meditations and spiritual guidance here at Bliss Holistic Healing.

Love and light to all
Nic XX

]]><![CDATA[what is crystal Healing?]]>Wed, 01 Oct 2025 13:54:48 GMThttp://www.blissholistichealing.co.uk/blog/what-is-crystal-healing

For this type of treatment crystals are used for healing. These crystals aren't just pretty to look at as they also hold all of the energy from the earth. By placing them on the body or by holding them it is transferring the energy through the client.

These crystals have naturally formed over billions of years on Earth and they hold the vibrations from our world. It is said that these vibrations and energy interact with our own bodies to help with a healing process.

This ancient way of healing has been used and still is by all different cultures around the world. They are used for meditation, jewellery, placement around the home and on your body or used specifically as a crystal healing treatment. This involves different crystals being placed around you and in specific places on the body to help your chakra's align and to heal.

When holding a crystal if you concentrate, you can actually feel the vibration that they have within them, meaning you are connecting with our mother Earth. There is nothing better than connecting with the world around us. Just like all holistic therapies, the use of healing from natural sources is what it is all about.

There are thousands of different healing crystals that are used for all different purposes so it would be absolutely impossible to list every single one. I would highly recommend doing some research about them to know which one might be good for the type of healing that you need.

I would say that the most popular and most well known crystals are rose quartz, clear quartz and amethyst. Rose quartz is especially good for self love and self healing. Amethyst is great for psychic development and clear quartz is a master healer. It amplifies the healing properties of all crystals. Obviously they do much more but they are the basics.

Like all Holistic Therapies the benefits are endless. Crystal Healing at Bliss is a wonderful way to promote natural healing around the body and to relax the mind, body and soul together.

PLEASE READ IMPORTANT INFORMATION BELOW

Unfortunately we may be unable to offer this treatment if the following applies to you. (please feel free to contact us for further information and to discuss in more detail)

Epilepsy
uncontrolled schizophrenia or bipolar
have a pacemaker

Bliss Holistic Healing xx

]]><![CDATA[what is a lomi lomi massage?]]>Sun, 28 Sep 2025 17:42:20 GMThttp://www.blissholistichealing.co.uk/blog/what-is-a-lomi-lomi-massage

This beautiful ancient Hawaiian type of treatment has a deep, spiritual meaning alongside healing the physical body. A Lomi Lomi massage is also known as the 'loving hands' massage or simply a 'Hawaiian' massage. It is a sacred healing practice which aims to heal the mind, body and spirit. Even though it is known as a massage it is important to remember that is it more than that.

Lomi Lomi translates as 'rub rub' referring to a Polynesian traditional massage technique which is all about soothing and healing the body on all 3 levels, mind, body and soul/spirit. Traditionally this type of massage has been of a light pressure but depending on the clients preference we can also go a little deeper. Of course this type of massage carried out by therapists in the UK like myself will not be able to master the techniques carried out in Hawaii but we can do our best to spread this 'loving hands' spiritual practice to bring healing to everyone.

Using long, smooth strokes the therapist moves in a dance type of method providing a continuous flow over the body. These movements connect to and represent the ocean waves, washing away blockages, toxins and stress. Bringing a sense of calm and serenity with the flow of the ocean.

There of course is more information to the origins and traditions of Lomi Lomi but this is just a basic guide to what we offer at Bliss and a quick summary to explain why it is so meaningful and spiritual. The Hawaiians themselves are spiritual, they have a deep connection to their land, ancestors and gods. They have a deep respect for nature and family. I love how much history and meaning there is behind the Lomi Lomi.

I do feel quite connected to this massage and the beautiful meaning behind it. This treatment combines healing on a physical level alongside spiritual. Some of the benefits from having a Lomi Lomi massage are

Physical
relief from muscle pain and tension
improved circulation
stimulates the lymphatic system
reduces inflammation
improves blood flow
relaxes the body
releases toxins
promotes sleep

Spiritual
eases anxiety and depression
relaxes the soul
balances the chakras
improves energy flow
helps to release emotional disress
provides spiritual balance
provides mental clarity

Like all Holistic Therapies the benefits are endless. A Lomi Lomi massage at Bliss is a wonderful way to promote natural healing around the body and to relax the mind, body and soul together.

PLEASE READ IMPORTANT INFORMATION BELOW

Unfortunately we may be unable to offer this treatment if the following applies to you. (please feel free to contact us for further information and to discuss in more detail)

acute infections
acute inflammation
kidney failure
liver failure
active cancer
deep vein thrombosis
pregnancy in the first trimester
acute cellulitis
untreated heart failure or heart disease
caution during menstruation
low blood pressure
asthma or severe respiratory conditions
chronic oedema
recent surgery
severe skin conditions or flare ups of eczema, psoriasis
recent surgery
open wounds or burns
broken bones
sunburn
high blood pressure

Bliss Holistic Healing xx

]]><![CDATA[what is a holistic facial?]]>Sun, 28 Sep 2025 13:41:17 GMThttp://www.blissholistichealing.co.uk/blog/what-is-a-holistic-facial

A Holistic Facial at Bliss focuses on a face massage using all home made products but also the pressure points which is called Acupressure. Acupressure is an Ancient Chinese way of healing and is extremely effective. This treatment combines beauty with overall wellbeing and healing.

Stimulating and massaging the facial pressure points can work wonders for overall wellbeing. In reflexology we have pressure points on our feet that correspond to different parts of the body and this works exactly the same on the face. I will include the benefits at the end of this blog.

At the start of the treatment we start with a meditation and again at the end. Throughout the Holistic Facial we guide our clients with mindful breathwork (focusing on the breath to relax) We also practice intent setting with the client which also turns the session into a ritual of release and renewal.

So when it comes to the beauty side...this treatment also focuses on the health and beauty of the face by using all home made products leaving your skin feeling deeply cleansed, soft, healthier and brighter. We have products for all skin types. These are aging skin, oily/combination, sensitive and combination. All of our products are vegan and completely natural using the highest quality ingredients.

A Holistic Facial with us at Bliss is a beautiful treatment combining facial skin health and appearance with overall wellbeing. Here are some of the benefits of both..

Beauty with home made products
improved skin appearance
improved skin health
helps to balance oily, combination or dry skin
helps reduce acne
helps with signs of aging
helps to eliminate dead skin and impurities
provides relaxation
promotes blood circulation
improves under eye bags and dark circles

Overall well being due to pressure points/breath work
balances the Chakras
promotes all over body healing
helps emotional healing
provides relaxation
provides stress relief
helps with headaches and tension
releases endorphins (natural pain relieving chemicals)
helps muscle and tension pain
clears brain fog
helps to flush out toxins

Like all holistic therapies the benefits are endless. A Holistic Facial at Bliss is a wonderful way to promote natural healing around the body and to relax the mind, body and soul.

PLEASE READ IMPORTANT INFORMATION BELOW

Unfortunately we may be unable to offer this treatment if the following applies to you. (please feel free to contact us for further information and to discuss in more detail)

severe skin conditions or current flare ups such as eczema, psoriasis, acne
recent sunburn
heat rash
cuts or grazes to the skin
bruising, swelling, lumps
cold sores
fungal or bacterial infections
conjunctivitis
skin tags
recent scar tissue
boils
blisters
hypersensitive skin
had cosmetic treatments within 2 weeks before facial
ringworm, scabies

Bliss Holistic Healing xx

]]><![CDATA[what is a cbd massage?]]>Wed, 17 Sep 2025 14:30:15 GMThttp://www.blissholistichealing.co.uk/blog/what-is-a-cbd-massage

When you say Cannabis to some people they will automatically think of someone smoking it to get high but it actually has many benefits. Cannabis is a natural plant that originated in central Asia. It has been used for thousands of years by many cultures for different reasons, such as for medicinal purposes, cultural, religious and spiritual significance. In ancient times it was mixed into things such as food and drink, medicines and incense.

Unfortunately over the years it began to get a bad reputation. In 1928 Cannabis became illegal in the UK. At that time there was limited medical understanding regarding the drug and the effects of using it. They associated negativity with it such as it making people go insane leading to addiction and criminal behavior. It was being associated with immigrants and criminals. They were also receiving a lot of pressure from other countries who had already made it illegal.

As the years went on and more research was carried out, it was seen that Cannabis had a lot of medical benefits and in 2018 it was made legal for medical use in the UK. This legal form of Cannabis though has to be prescribed by the NHS. After the legalisation of Cannabis for medical use came CBD oil.

CBD (Cannabidiol) oil is a natural extract taken from the cannabis plant. It provides all of the goodness and the benefits from the plant without the high. The part of the plant which provides the high is called THC (Tetrahhydrocannabidol), this is the psychoactive component which causes an altered state of mind. CBD oil has none of this meaning there are no risks involved regarding the 'getting high' aspect, just the benefits.

CBD oil is widely used in a number of ways, for example in capsules, edibles, in food and drink, lotions, balms and creams, beauty products and also by adding the oil directly to the skin which is what we do for a CBD Massage. Good quality CBD oil has many benefits which I will list further below.

Massage therapy using CBD oil is an extremely beneficial treatment. We also use essential oils to further add to the benefits if requested by our clients. Here are some of the benefits of a CBD Massage

reduces pain and inflammation
enhanced relaxation
stress, depression and anxiety relief
eases muscle tension
improves skin condition
improves sleep quality
enhanced relaxation
improves blood flow and circulation
and much more...

Like all holistic therapies the benefits are endless. A CBD Massage at Bliss is a wonderful way to promote natural healing around the body and to relax the mind, body and soul.

PLEASE READ IMPORTANT INFORMATION BELOW

Unfortunately we may be unable to offer this treatment if the following applies to you. (please feel free to contact us for further information and to discuss in more detail)

pregnancy and breastfeeding
cancer and undergoing chemotherapy
open wounds
liver disease
low blood pressure
Parkinson's disease
taking blood thinners
taking certain anti depressants, antipsychotics
have sensitive skin
severe eczema
severe psoriasis
kidney disease
allergies to hemp/cannabis

Bliss Holistic Healing xx

]]><![CDATA[what is cold massage therapy?]]>Thu, 11 Sep 2025 18:15:23 GMThttp://www.blissholistichealing.co.uk/blog/what-is-cold-massage-therapy

Cold therapy is enduring the cold for a brief amount of time to promote healing for the body and the mind. From ancient civilizations to modern practices, cold therapy is an effective way of promoting overall health and wellbeing.

There are many forms of cold therapy including cold water immersion, using cooling agents on the skin such as creams/sprays, using an ice or gel packs, ice baths, ice massages, cold showers and more. Exposing the body to coldness has many benefits which I will list at the end of this blog.

When it comes to massage we usually imagine a warm, often heat related treatment such as a hot stone massage to ease aches and pains, but cold massage therapy also has its benefits. When we have toothache we know to apply an ice pack to ease swelling and pain, or if we have a headache we know to apply a cool gel pad over our forehead. The same goes for pain and swelling in the body.

Cold therapy or ice therapy works for pain relief by causing blood vessels to narrow which reduces blood flow. This then numbs the area providing pain relief, whilst the reduced circulation decreases swelling and inflammation. Once the source of cold is removed the increased blood flow supports the healing process.

Cold therapy isn't just used for pain or injuries though...it is also used for for mental health and wellbeing. It works by stimulating the release of feel good chemicals such as dopamine and endorphins which are linked to happiness, motivation and mental clarity. It can also re set the nervous system which then reduces anxiety. Not only that but it will leave you feeling refreshed and revitalised.

So how does it work with massage? there are so many benefits to cold therapy but when combined with the many benefits of massage it just means that the healing will be even more effective. At Bliss we use both cold tools and stones for our cold massage therapy. We target specific areas for pain and inflammation with the cold stones and our cold tools are used to work around the body and combine it with massage. It also means that the treatment isn't as shocking as cold water immersion. You still get some warmth from the massage.

So here are some of the benefits...
reduces swelling
improves circulation
relieves migraines
improves skin appearance
especially good for sports injuries
refreshing and leaves you feeling revitalised
releases feel good feelings
reduces anxiety
helps sore muscles
provides pain relief
and much more...

Like all holistic therapies the benefits are endless. Cold Massage Therapy at Bliss is a wonderful way to promote natural healing around the body and to relax the mind, body and soul.

PLEASE READ IMPORTANT INFORMATION BELOW

Unfortunately we may be unable to offer this treatment if the following applies to you. (please feel free to contact us for further information and to discuss in more detail)

heart failure and heart conditions
hypersensitivity to the cold
open wounds
diabetes
sensory disorders
poor circulation
eczema
psoriasis
deep vein thrombosis
raynaud's disease
peripheral vascular disease
scar tissue

Bliss Holistic Healing xx

]]><![CDATA[what is a lymphatic drainage massage?]]>Tue, 09 Sep 2025 12:00:49 GMThttp://www.blissholistichealing.co.uk/blog/what-is-lymphatic-drainage

The Lymphatic system has been recognised since Ancient times with early physicians documenting therapies for swollen lymph nodes. The lymphatic system was known as 'the body's hidden rivers'. In the 17th century lacteal vessels and the flow of lymph fluid was discovered and studied, it was then that the lymphatic system was established as a distinct entity within the human body.

In the 1930's a Danish man named Dr Emil Vodder studied and developed technique known as 'Manual Lymph Drainage MLD) whilst working with people in France who were suffering with congested lymph nodes. He observed that gentle, manual pressure could move the lymph fluid and reduce swelling. This gained recognition in the 1960's leading to the establishment of training programmes for MLD.

The lymphatic system study and treatment has continued to evolve by doctors and professors over the years. Thanks to all of these studies we now know more about the lymphatic network and understand the importance of keeping lymph fluid flowing. Lymph fluid contains proteins, salts and white blood cells which contribute to your body's natural lymphatic cleansing network.

One of the ways to keep your body's natural cleansing network functioning as it should is to have a lymphatic drainage massage. This involves a therapist using light, gentle movements with the hands and special tools especially developed for this practice. These movements stimulate the system promoting a healthy flow of lymph fluid. Some of the benefits of having a lymphatic drainage massage are

improved circulation
helps with surgery recovery
reduces swelling
eases water retention
filters out toxins
strengthens the immune system
improves skin appearance and reduces puffiness
promotes relaxation and stress relief
...and much more

Like all holistic therapies the benefits are endless. A lymphatic drainage massage at Bliss is a wonderful way to promote natural healing around the body and to relax the mind, body and soul.

PLEASE READ IMPORTANT INFORMATION BELOW

Unfortunately we may be unable to offer this treatment if the following applies to you. (please feel free to contact us for further information and to discuss in more detail)

acute infections
acute inflammation
kidney failure
liver failure
active cancer
deep vein thrombosis
pregnancy in the first trimester
acute cellulitis
untreated heart failure
caution during menstruation
low blood pressure
asthma or severe respiratory conditions
chronic oedema
recent surgery

Bliss Holistic Healing xx

]]><![CDATA[Sam's spiritual awakening]]>Sun, 03 Apr 2022 13:55:14 GMThttp://www.blissholistichealing.co.uk/blog/sams-spiritual-awakening

A couple of years ago, I realised that I have the gift of connecting to and receiving messages from spirit. I always wanted to believe that there was something more to life than what meets the human eye but I don’t think you can get proof unless you are able to experience the paranormal for yourself. I’ve always had a fascination with the unexplained and remember my grandmother telling me all about her experiences. It turns out that her dad (my great grandfather) was a well known Psychic Medium in his day so had a feeling that something must have been passed through the family, but when I realised that I could actually speak with the spirit world for myself…it all became a whole lot more interesting!

It all started after I went through some really awful trauma, the worst kind of heartbreak I have ever known. It opened up something in me that changed my whole perception on myself and on life, it completely flipped my old Atheist ways upside down to give me different views on the world. After finding my new self I decided to learn how to meditate and to learn Tarot as I was being called to it. I needed a way to help clear my mind and surprisingly by doing this I opened up my senses to realise that I am clairaudient, clairsentient and clairvoyant. I have to admit it was probably the freakiest time of my life. I had somehow opened up this gateway to another world and there was no going back. My ears were popping and ringing from tuning into a higher frequency, everything seemed louder, I had intense headaches and then suddenly I was hearing a voice in my head. Honestly I thought I was having some kind of breakdown and needed to see a psychiatrist, but then I realised that this voice wasn’t nasty, it wasn’t telling me to do strange or bad things..it was just there!

So I decided to talk to it, (as you do) the only way I can describe the experience is when you are having thoughts in your head, but for me there was someone else’s thoughts there too. So after a couple of weird chats going back and forth, I was then shown an image of a woman. Here’s how this works… I am going to say to you ‘think of a red balloon’ So now you have an image of a red balloon in your head right?. This is exactly how it works for me but spirit are putting the image there for me instead. (It is so hard to explain what it feels like if you have not experienced it for yourself). So with this image and a conversation which took place entirely in my head, I somehow worked out that the person I was talking to, was a 40 year old Greek woman named Anastasia (who I now know as my main spirit guide). Each time I get information through about something I will then do a Google search to check if it is correct, so I did a search to find out the origin of the name Anastasia because the only one I had ever heard of was the singer, and sure enough it is a Greek name. Still at this point I was wondering if I was losing my mind or not but then things got weirder..

One afternoon a friend of mine (Paula) came round for a brew. (if you are not from the UK, this means having a good old cup of tea or coffee). Her mum had sadly passed away a few months earlier and as we were sat there having a general chit chat about the bores of everyday life, my head started to feel like it was being squashed. I zoned out, everything went fuzzy and it felt like there was an enormous amount of pressure on my head. All of a sudden I thought ‘Mary is here’ (Paula’s mum) I didn’t say anything but I was so freaked out that I suddenly told my friend I needed to go out. I hurried Paula out of the door and was left wondering what the hell had just happened, turns out Mary had popped by for a visit. After that day, all kinds of weird and wonderful things started happening and are still happening. Since my first conversation with Anastasia, I have kept a diary which has all of my predictions and messages from spirit in.

I can’t go through the diary and tell you everything that has happened because there is so much, but I can give a couple of examples. Rick’s (my partner) Aunty Irene was ill and during 2018 she was gradually getting worse. Through September I was given the message that she was going to pass on right before Christmas. I really hoped that I was wrong but I told my partner anyway. The week before Christmas came and I thought ‘thank god I got that wrong’ Unfortunately she died on the 22nd December. It was also my partners Aunty Irene who I heard from the other day. Rick was away for the weekend and was planning his birthday family get together (about 2 and half hours away) I had a very strong message from her to ‘tell Rick I will be at his birthday’ I text him the message and he rang me back. Turns out, earlier that morning him and his daughter had a conversation about if Aunty Irene was going to be at the party or not (she had got the names mixed up with an aunty who is still living) he had said ‘no it will be a bit difficult seen as she isn’t alive anymore’. She must have been listening and thought to herself ‘I most definitely will be at that party and wouldn't miss it for the world' Being able to pass messages on like this and to let people know that their loved ones are always with them is one of the best feelings in the world!

Since hearing my spirit guide Anastasia for the first time, lots of strange but amazing things have happened. The feeling of someone being in the room with me, messages in my head, visions, recurring numbers, seeing things out of the corner of my eye, ringing in my ears when spirit is near, things going missing then quickly reappearing and much more. At first it was a time where I thought I was losing my mind with all of the voices I was hearing, I have even lost friends through them thinking I was going mad but the people who truly matter to me have embraced my Spirituality and supported me all the way! I am still extremely new to all of this communicating with the other side stuff, which is why I do not offer it as part of Bliss Holistic Healing, although it really does have its advantages when carrying out treatments such as Reiki. I remember one client from when I first started out as a Holistic Therapist where I was guided towards his stomach. After the session I asked him if he had been experiencing any problems in that area, to which he replied he'd been having stomach pains for the last 3 days. I am truly honoured to have been given such an amazing gift, and being able to pass messages on between the land of the living and the land of spirit is now a huge part of me that I never want to lose!.

After all of my spiritual gifts started to show themselves I started getting all kinds of urges to help and heal people. I found myself wanting to study and be attuned to Reiki. So I did. I had the urge to pick up my massage qualification from 20 years ago which I had never done anything with. This then opened the door to learn about crystals and other ways of holistic and spiritual healing. I was on a role and these urges to learn and train in new healing practices just kept coming. It was then that I had a calling to open my own business. I went through a few months of working out of salons but it just wasn't the right environment for me. I also did beauty therapy at college but that was not the road I wanted to go down.

I looked into opening up my own place and when I found somewhere Bliss Holistic Healing was born. After 3 years of working by myself I decided that I wanted to bring someone else to offer different kinds of healing to add to the practice. Nichola's story of how she ended up working from Bliss is quite an interesting one so give it a read. She was definitely sent to me for a reason. We now co own Bliss Holistic Healing and are still working hard to progress the business and to offer more treatments under one roof.

Thank you for reading
Love and light to you all

Sam xx

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