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‘Leg godt in Danish means play well’ – Lego Therapy
‘Leg godt in Danish means play well’ - Lego TherapySo why I am writing a blog about Danish phrases I hear you ask. Well I am a massive Lego fan and recently I took some time out from my hands on therapies and took part in some training to become an accredited Lego...
Walking Backwards
Walking Backwards You would agree that it’s normal for people when they walk to walk in a forward direction (unless you have had a bit too much to drink and might go in more of a zig zag pattern). Walking is a great form of exercise, which most people are able...
New Year or a New You
New Year or a New You How many times have you decided that you are going to change something when the new year comes round? And how often have you actually stuck to these changes for the whole year? Did you know a study was carried out in America about people...
Christmas Aromas
Christmas Aromas Soon we will be hearing, if not already the Coca Cola advert telling us all that ‘the holidays are coming” and the shops already have their Christmas stock on the shelves as Christmas is not long away now, how will you be spending it? Will it...
Who is behind Essential Thyme?
Who is behind Essential Thyme? Essential Thyme was born in July 2012 around the Lemington area of Newcastle, carrying on a legacy from the charity ‘Time For You’ which offered low-cost therapies to people on benefits in the Scotswood area, but unfortunately it...
The Power of Touch
The Power of Touch Touch is so underestimated ‘Nothing is so healing as human touch, and too often we underestimate the power of touch’ During the month of October we are celebrating Pro-Touch Awareness Month and kicking off on the 1st October with National...
Can I mention the ‘C’ word yet? (Christmas)
Can I mention the ‘C’ word yet? When I mean the ‘C’ word of course I am talking about Christmas, yes I know its only the start of September but behind the scenes at Essential Thyme there has been a lot of planning and preparation to introduce to you a new bigger...
Why do you ask for my medical conditions and medications?
Why do you ask for my Medical Conditions and Medications? Firstly, before I go into this blog post, I want to ask you a question. Would you attend an appointment that was related to your health but not divulge information about any medical conditions or...
Massage for Health v Massage for a Treat
Massage for Health vs Massage as a Treat Many people see having a massage is only a treat or luxury and only have them once or twice a year or if given them as a present. However, times are changing, and more people are realizing the benefits of having a...
What is Sciatica? And how can I help alleviate the pain?
What is Sciatica and how can I help alleviate the pain? Sciatica is a range of different symptoms caused by the compression or irritation of the root of the Sciatic nerve. The medical terminology is Lumber Radiculopathy. The Sciatic nerve is the...