Following on from the publication of our ‘Fibroids and COVID-19’ infographic, we’re delighted to notify you of the publication of our latest fibroids infographic.
This infographic, entitled ‘What You Need to Know About Fibroids’ covers what fibroids are, the different types of fibroids, risk factors, symptoms and tips for women living with fibroids.
The aim of this resource is to provide women with a simple overview of fibroids and to address the concern that women expressed to us about the lack of accurate reliable information on this important women’s health issue.
We had the pleasure of working with newly qualified doctor, Sofia Miah, to create this resource. Sofia carried out some desk-based research in order to prepare the content and designed the infographic.
Sofia’s experience of working on this short project highlighted some very important lessons for those working in the healthcare field, with Sofia stating that:
“As a newly qualified doctor with clinical experience in women’s health, I was shocked by the higher incidence of fibroids among African-Caribbean women and how little it is spoken about in medical education and the workplace. Black women are disproportionately affected by fibroids and more likely to have hysterectomies. This is worsened by the lack of high-quality, comprehensive and accessible information out there on fibroids for patients. As healthcare professionals, we need to be more open and vocal about the impact of fibroids on patients and their quality of life. We need to be better.”
We are very grateful to Sofia for working with us on this project and to the experienced gynaecologist who reviewed the infographic. You can download the infographic below and if you have any questions or comments about this resource, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us by sending us an email
Produced and edited by Sheila Marshall and written and presented by Robert Beckford this insightful audio documentary explores the black pentecostal church’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The documentary discusses how the church should respond to this pandemic and assesses whether the response so far has been effective. It also seeks to answer the controversial question of whether churches should get involved in political and social justice matters, and how best they can do this without compromising their beliefs and perceived role in the community. There was the feeling that the church should move beyond its comfort zone and take the lead during global emergencies and lead the drive in moving the agenda forward to benefit the black community.
The documentary also looks at the power of contemporary gospel music and explored some of the gaps in the repertoire which prevents the genre from having a significant impact during challenging times. For example, there is a lack of music that articulates the current emotions that people are feeling and the reality of people’s lives. This point was expanded into a wider point of the church overlooking the powerful emotions, stress and anxiety many are experiencing by focusing on upbeat messages. It was identified that this denial of our emotions can lead to many questioning their faith, but can also affect the mental health of black Christians in general.
We’re delighted to announce the publication of our new ‘Fibroids and COVID-19’ infographic.
COVID-19 has created a lot of anxiety, especially for people with pre-existing health conditions. Whilst there has been a lot of information published on the impact of COVID-19 on people with various health conditions, we noticed an information gap with regards to fibroids and therefore we sought to address this.
Working with Mariana Ndrio, a second-year medical student at the UMHS in St Kitts and Nevis, we did some desk-based research to understand the possible impact of COVID-19 on women with fibroids and, based on this, provide some practical tips to help women manage during this pandemic, which experts have warned is likely to last for another 12-18 months.
Whilst carrying out her research to prepare this infographic, Mariana faced one major challenge:
“As a medical student that remains generally impressed by the increasing amount of existing medical and scientific knowledge, researching gynaecological diseases such as fibroids have led me to a stark realization: that despite the high prevalence of uterine fibroids among women, not enough high-quality data is available to formulate evidence-based guidelines that address patients’ needs adequately.”
Mariana very clearly describes what we hear from women all the time when it comes to fibroids – the lack of accurate, reliable information. We have been slowly trying to address this issue by creating a set of information resources which we are improving and expanding to ensure women have the best information possible.
You can download our new fibroids infographic below and we created a list of the references we used to assist us in preparing the content for the infographic (you can find this below too). Additionally, this resource has been reviewed by Dr Oduntan, one of the District Medical Officers here in St Kitts and Nevis.
Coming soon will be a couple more infographics which will focus on various aspects of fibroids.
If you have any questions or comments about this new infographic, please do leave them in the comments section below, or if you have fibroids and would like to share the experience you’ve had during this pandemic maybe by writing an article about your experience, then please do send us an email and we’d be happy to work with you on this.
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Today’s guest blog post comes from Aris Grigoriou, Student Recruitment Manager at Study Medicine Europe (SME). Aris explores the negative impact of stress using SME’s new infographic which provides a good overview of the science behind stress, how stress affects the body, the dangers of chronic stress and how we can all reduce the impact of stress.
Throughout the world, it’s safe to say that we’re all experiencing stress in some way, whether it’s due to financial challenges, health concerns or a demanding workload.
Currently, many people are either suffering from poor health or having difficulty minimising risk factors that cause illness or chronic conditions. We can’t argue with the data. Harvard Health Publishing reported that “the United States spends the most money on healthcare, and yet still has one of the lowest life expectancies of all developed nations.” In a nutshell, we need to pay attention to all the elements that impact on our health.
We can’t deny that stress is a huge barrier to our collective wellbeing even if paradoxically we’re able to practise good health habits elsewhere. In fact, the World Health Organization has declared stress the Health Epidemic of the 21st Century. The challenge with knowing how to identify and manage stress largely lies in the mythologies we have around it. Neuroendocrinologist and neuropharmacologist George Fink says, “Stress is a highly personalized phenomenon that varies between people depending on individual vulnerability and resilience and between different types of tasks.” Building upon this analysis, we need to remember that what promotes health is empowering data that encourages personal and social solutions to a unique problem.
Study Medicine Europe has published its ‘The Negative Impact of Stress’ infographic to help promote health and support people to learn more about this area of wellbeing. Not only is this graphic designed to provide explanations on the way stress affects the body, but it’s also deliberately been created to connect everyone with the straightforward information you might not get when you look for facts on this topic elsewhere. Above all, remember that health is considered to be multifaceted and there might be parts of your life that require attention even if you don’t think they’re related to stress. We hope this helps you in your pursuit of better physical, mental and emotional health.
About Study Medicine Europe
Study Medicine Europe is the leader in medical student recruitment with offices in the UK, USA and India. Having many years of experience in securing placements for prospective students from all over the world. More specifically, they officially represent and are affiliated with Medical Schools in Europe (Armenia, Georgia, Ukraine, Serbia, Romania, Bulgaria) that offer English-language undergraduate and graduate programs in Medicine, Dentistry and Veterinary Medicine. You can find out more about them here
Today’s blog post comes from Mariana Ndrio. Mariana is a second-year medical student at the University of Medicine & Health Sciences (UMHS) in St. Kitts and is currently serving as the President of the American Medical Student Association (AMSA) on campus.
Today, Mariana discusses the challenges that fibroids patients may be experiencing during this COVID-19 pandemic and shares some evidence-based self-care and stress management tips to help women with fibroids manage during this difficult period.
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to prompt stressful changes to our daily routine and lifestyle, health-related worries regarding ourselves and loved ones have undoubtedly intensified. While the growing uncertainties stemming from financial difficulties and social isolation impact the health and personal decision-making of everyone across the globe, women suffering from uterine fibroids are facing unprecedented challenges in their attempts to preserve their mental and physical wellbeing.
Uterine fibroids are the most common benign tumours among women. While some cases of fibroids are accompanied by no side effects, other cases contain patterns of heavy menstrual bleeding, long and irregular periods, pelvic pressure and pain, constipation, frequent urination, and in rare occasions, infertility.
Treatment for fibroids can range from no treatment at all to surgery, depending on the severity of symptoms. Aside from apparent physical symptoms, the psychological impact of fibroids should not be disregarded. In a 2013 national survey of 968 women suffering from fibroids, 79% of the surveyed women expressed fear that their fibroids will grow or experience further health complications. According to a 2014 study assessing the emotional impact of fibroids half of the participating women reported feeling helpless and that they had no control over their fibroids, because of the difficulty managing and predicting the heavy menstrual flow.
Black women are 3 times more likely to become diagnosed with fibroids than white women, just as they are more likely to develop fibroids at a younger age; moreover, their fibroid size, frequency, and symptom severity are much greater.
As a medical student that remains generally impressed by the increasing amount of existing medical and scientific knowledge, researching gynaecological diseases such as fibroids have led me to a stark realization: that despite the high prevalence of uterine fibroids among women, not enough high-quality data is available to formulate evidence-based guidelines that address patients’ needs adequately. This points to a larger, unforgiving gap in medical knowledge pertaining to common diseases affecting women, and when combined with the gap in medical knowledge regarding COVID-19, a mixture of increased emotional stress and confusion is to follow. Such stress can hinder overall physical health and may exacerbate fibroid symptoms by influencing cycle length, vaginal bleeding patterns, and painful periods. If you are feeling uncertain or anxious, know that you are not alone; your worries and feelings are valid.
For that matter, we compiled some scientifically-backed tips that could be helpful in restoring a sense of control and ease in these difficult and unprecedented times.
First, don’t hesitate to reach out.
While staying home and self-isolating is the best way to stay protected from COVID-19 and prevent the spread of the virus, this should not halt or compromise access to necessary medical care for women suffering from fibroids.
If you needto see a healthcare provider for a gynaecological reason, reach out to your medical provider and try to see if they are able to set up a virtual appointment or address non-urgent concerns over the phone (such as prescription refills).
While it is true that a lot of non-urgent appointments and elective surgeries are cancelled, many medical professionals and medical facilities are encouraged to use and have already embraced telehealth services which allow long-distance patient and clinician care via remote and virtual appointments, intervention, education, and monitoring. Telehealth services vary based on your location and medical provider. But even if you are having difficulties accessing gynaecological telehealth services locally, you might be able to reach out to service providers in other countries such as the U.K, U.S, or Canada. For example, USA Fibroid Centers provide virtual appointments you can schedule online. Women to Women OB GYN Care, located in Florida, states in their website that they welcome appointments from women internationally and the Caribbean. The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) has also attempted to establish or expand telehealth services in a lot of Caribbean countries.
Keep up to date with your prescribed medications.
Keeping up to date with your prescribed medications can be confusing during a pandemic. You might feel like your regular access to your medical provider or pharmacy is compromised, you might worry that your current medications might be making you vulnerable to the COVID-19 or you might be feeling uncertain regarding the continuation of your current prescribed medications or supplements.
Nonetheless, it is important that you continue taking your prescribed medications and/or supplements unless otherwise advised by your physician. If you are receiving preoperative therapy (Zoladex, Lupron, etc.) but your surgery is cancelled, ask your physician regarding the course of your current prescribed therapy. If you have been prescribed a drug called Esmya (Ulipristal Acetate), you must consult with your physician regarding its discontinuation; as of 2020, Esmya’s license has been suspended due to the risk of serious liver injury. As mentioned previously, do not hesitate to discuss any concerns you might have regarding your current medications and supplements with your medical provider.
Plan ahead.
Studies show that women with fibroids might present heavier, prolonged bleeding and frequent, irregular periods. While everyone during a pandemic is worrying and trying to secure produce and disinfecting supplies, women suffering from fibroids have to also think about stocking up on female hygiene products. Especially, since frequent trips to the stores must be limited due to social distancing/quarantine rules.
Ensure that you have enough gynaecological hygiene products at home, to eliminate frequent trips to the store and avoid exposure to the virus. This by no means should be considered as the green light to go into a buying frenzy. Try to remain conscientious of the needs of others.
If buying hygiene products in bulk is not an option due to financial difficulty or store availability, reach out to local non-governmental organizations (NGOs) or philanthropic entities, that might be willing to donate hygiene products such as the Days for Girls International Organization or even by reaching out directly to product manufacturers. Local grassroots organizations or associations in your region might also be able to donate hygiene items. Moreover, the governmental departments of public health or genders affairs might be willing to assist women in need of hygiene products.
This pandemic could also be a good time to consider reusable, more economical and environmentally friendly menstruation products such as washable pads, menstruation caps, or absorbent underwear. Check Days for Girls .org and learn how to make sanitary washable period pads during the COVD-19 pandemic, diligently following sanitary safety precautions.
Maintain healthy eating habits.
Research has shown that following a healthy balanced diet, filled with fruits and vegetables, could lower the risk of developing fibroids and may help to alleviate symptoms.
While access to your usual healthy foods might be compromised at the moment, try to make healthy dietary choices while in quarantine. More specifically, dieticians recommend an increase in the consumption of cruciferous vegetables such as cabbage, broccoli, and kale. This category of food contains a phytochemical called indole-3-carbinol which recent research has suggested may prevent the cellular proliferation of fibroids and consequently prevent exacerbation of fibroid symptoms.
For many years, there has been a significant amount of scientific evidence that vitamin D may inhibit fibroid growth. Get your serum vitamin D levels tested and supplement (with medical supervision) as needed to correct a deficiency. A few recently published studies assessing the role of vitamin D against COVID-19, suggested that there is a possible link between the two and that vitamin D can have a protective effect against COVID-19.
Stay hydrated by consuming adequate amounts of water during the day and eliminate alcohol and caffeine. Researchers are advising women to avoid alcohol and caffeine because these substances are metabolized by the liver adding more stress on it and making it work less effectively at metabolizing oestrogen in the body. Additionally, amidst the COVD-19 pandemic, the World Health Organization (WHO) urged the public to reduce alcohol consumption because alcohol compromises the body’s immune system and increases the risk of adverse health outcomes, making people more vulnerable to COVID-19. In other words, by cutting out alcoholic beverages, you are protecting yourself from adverse outcomes from both the COVID-19 and fibroids.
In addition, researchers believe that endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) which mimic oestrogen activity, may fuel fibroid growth. Examples include processed foods which contain various oestrogen-like preservatives; bisphenol A in water bottles, canned foods and plastic containers; various pesticides, herbicides, insecticides; and additive hormones and steroids used in meats and dairy products.
Try to choose organic, locally grown and in-season foods that are hormone and pesticide-free.Attentively wash any produce and peel fruits and vegetables.Reduce the use of plastics whenever possible and avoid reusing plastic water bottles or microwave food in plastic containers.
Stay active.
Research shows that a higher BMI – body mass index – is linked to the development of fibroids. By exercising you can reduce your BMI and prevent the fibroids’ growth. It may also help alleviate symptoms caused by fibroids. At the same time, exercise improves mental health by reducing anxiety, depression, and negative mood and by improving self-esteem.
Continue performing simple or recreational household chores and find an indoor workout routine such as yoga or aerobic exercises that you can perform at home while keeping up with the rules of quarantine. Choose what works best for you, based on your physical fitness and medical advice.
Be gentle to yourself—your body & your mind
On days that you are feeling pain and other fibroid symptoms, rest up and give your body time to heal. Try to soothe cramps by applying heat and wear comfortable clothes.
It’s okay to spend a whole day in bed recovering. Be gentle with yourself and do not undermine what your body is trying to tell you.
We live in a society where time and productivity are precious and synonyms for money and self-worth. Yet, nothing is more precious than your physical and emotional well-being. Do not feel guilty for taking some time to rest and recover.
Although self-care looks different for everyone and should be based on your personal needs and situation, there are a few suggestions that could work for you and help you boost your mental well-being:
Try to meditate and practice mindfulness. You can find a lot of free guided meditations online or on YouTube.
Monitor your thoughts and feelings in a journal.
Practice good sleep hygiene. Maintain a sufficient sleep schedule, stay away from electronic devices while in bed, and start a regular bedtime routine—such as drinking a soothing tea, taking a warm bath or shower, reading, etc.
Limit the amount of media you ingest daily.
If you live alone reach out to family and friends via phone or video. If you live with family, roommates, or a partner use this time to connect and nurture your relationships.
And remember, during these confusing and unprecedented times and while you are feeling that this pandemic is affecting you, in particular, a bit harder than the rest, there is always a community of women who are feeling exactly like you—you are not alone.
The BMJ, British Medical Journal Publishing Group: “Uterine Fibroid Drug Is Recalled after Case of Liver Failure Requiring Transplant Prompts EU Review.” www.bmj.com/content/368/bmj.m1112.
Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology: “Vegetarian diet and reduced uterine fibroids risk: A case-control study in Nanjing, China.” https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26458740
To contain the spread of COVID-19, the government of St Kitts and Nevis declared a State of Emergency on 28th March 2020. Since that declaration, we’ve had a combination on 24-hour and partial curfew days and our borders have been closed. This quick action by the government has been effective and the number of COVID-19 cases has remained fairly low. We have had 15 cases, 8 of those cases have recovered and we haven’t had a new case in over 10 days.
Whilst this is all good news in terms of the pandemic, the closure of our borders and the lock-downs have been devastating to our economy which is heavily dependent on tourism. This has led to many businesses shutting their doors, school closures, and people being laid-off or placed on reduced hours. This has created a lot of anxiety and uncertainty about the future which the government has tried to address through a number of support programmes such as the COVID-19 Relief Fund, the expansion of the Poverty Alleviation Programme, moratoriums on utility bill payments, a range of social services to support the vulnerable and psychological support to address the mental health impact of the pandemic.
One service, which we have been delighted to be assisting with is the COVID-19 Helpline. This is a service established by the Ministry of Health and the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to give the public someone to easily reach out to if they have a COVID-19 related question, need support during this time and are concerned that they may have COVID-19 symptoms. When the public calls 311, their concerns are discussed with a friendly helpline operator (like us 😊) and then they are signposted to the relevant government department or an NGO for their issue to be addressed.
It has been very fulfilling volunteering with the helpline and being able to help those who are experiencing a number of challenges during this time. We’re just so happy that the support available in the Federation is comprehensive and holistic. So far, there has been a programme to address all the concerns we have had from callers and many have ended the call feeling happier and more at peace.
If you are based in St Kitts and Nevis and have a question about COVID-19, curfew timings, the COVID-19 relief fund, then please don’t’ hesitate to call 311 (it’s a free call). To find out more about the helpline, you can view the video below and for general information about COVID-19 in St Kitts and Nevis, you can visit https://www.covid19.gov.kn/
Many of us are at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic and are experiencing a range of emotions as a result of this health crisis. If you’d like to make sense of what you’re feeling, you can join Olivia Haltman of OH Services on Saturday 25th April where she’ll be discussing the effect of COVID-19 on our mental health and how you can support yourself and others.
In addition to this webinar, Olivia Haltman will be delivering two free webinars as part of her “What is…?” series.
On Tuesday 28th April, Olivia will be exploring ‘What is Sexual Abuse?” This is an issue which can affect anyone and this means we need to stay well informed so we can remain as safe as possible and keep each other safe and empowered. When an experience like this happens, it is bound to drastically shift the course of someone’s life as it impacts their mental health. It can be challenging supporting survivors of sexual abuse, but a huge part of the problem is being misinformed about this issue. So, this webinar aims to bring you relevant facts, information and knowledge so you can tackle this topic with confidence.
Next month, on 26th May, Olivia will be discussing ‘What is a Healthy Relationship?” She’ll be answering the question ‘What does a healthy relationship look and feel like?” In this webinar, you’ll analyse whether you have a healthy relationship with your partner, family, friends, employer and, most importantly, yourself. Identifying the qualities of what a healthy relationship is crucial for our emotional wellbeing. This webinar will help you to understand why a healthy relationship is important and how you can set boundaries that will make you feel secure and safe, even when your relationships become challenging .
You can find out more about this webinar and register here
We hope you’ll be able to attend one of these interesting webinars. For more information about these events, you can contact OH Services here.
Today, we’re delighted to share a guest blog post from the team at Mesothelioma Guide. Mesothelioma Guide connects mesothelioma patients and their loved ones to top doctors, cancer centres and treatment options, plus legal resources. In today’s feature, they dispel the myth that the asbestos-related cancer, mesothelioma, has been eradicated since the introduction of legislation restricting the use of asbestos.
In the latter half of the 20th century, the general public learned of asbestos’ dangers. They learned the substance is, in fact, a carcinogen, one which can lead to aggressive diseases such as mesothelioma.
The awareness of asbestos’ harm led to increased regulations worldwide and scrutiny of businesses which used the mineral. Most people expected asbestos-related diseases like mesothelioma to level off early in the 21st century and eventually fade into obscurity.
This has not happened — nor will it any time soon.
According to the World Journal of Surgery, pleural mesothelioma cases in the United States increased from 2004 to 2014. The World Health Organization revealed that around 43,000 people worldwide die from this cancer. Despite more than 60 countries banning the commercial use of asbestos, the mesothelioma mortality rate has increased worldwide since the 1990s. This is proof that mesothelioma isn’t going anywhere.
National Cancer Database on Mesothelioma
In 2004, there were 1,783 pleural mesothelioma cases in the United States. In 2014, there were 1,961 reported cases. That’s an increase of around 10%.
Pleural mesothelioma accounts for between 70% and 80% of all U.S. mesothelioma cases and the same is true globally. Peritoneal mesothelioma and pericardial mesothelioma comprise the other 20-30% of cases.
According to numerous sources, including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there are usually between 3,000 and 3,300 new mesothelioma cases in the U.S. each year. From 2012-2016, there were on average 3,253 new cases each year. In 2016 alone, 3,096 mesothelioma cases were reported.
The World Health Organization estimates that 10,000 new mesothelioma cases each year are diagnosed collectively in Australia, Japan, North America and western Europe.
In the United Kingdom, the incidence of mesothelioma has increased steadily each year from the 1950s (153 cases) to 2010 (2,360 cases). Like we said earlier, this disease isn’t going away.
But…
Mesothelioma Treatment Is Improving
Science continually evolves, which means treatment for diseases continuously improves. Mesothelioma treatment is getting better, which is good news for patients and their loved ones.
Earlier in 2019, The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the Novo TTF-100L medical device for pleural mesothelioma treatment. It is limited to humanitarian use device distinction, but this approval was a significant moment for mesothelioma patients and doctors.
Peritoneal mesothelioma treatment is expanding as well. Many patients receive cytoreductive surgery, plus heated intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) immediately after the operation. In a study published by the Annals of Surgical Oncology, around 55% of participants who underwent this treatment combination survived for at least three years. Roughly 37% survived for at least five years.
This study only included a few peritoneal mesothelioma patients, and other studies have reported different percentages:
Between 50% and 65% for three-year survival
Between 35% and 47% for five-year survival
Mesothelioma Patients Undergoing Treatment More Often
The best route to healing from mesothelioma is undergoing treatment. Surgery is the first choice followed by chemotherapy and radiation. If more patients receive medical help, then more of them will survive longer.
In 2004, treatment and survival rates in the U.S. were as follows:
Approximately 34% of pleural mesothelioma patients underwent treatment.
Around 37% of them survived for at least one year after diagnosis.
Roughly 9% survived for at least three years.
In 2014, the rates were better:
Around 54% of mesothelioma patients received treatment.
Roughly 47% survived for at least one year after diagnosis.
Approximately 15% survived for at least three years.
We at Mesothelioma Guide can help patients find quality treatment and potentially extend their lives. Our patient advocate and registered nurse, Jenna Campagna, has connections to the top cancer centres in the USA.
If you or a loved one has mesothelioma, remember that treatment now is better than ever before. Jenna works with patients every day to improve their quality of life and prognosis. Email her at jenna@mesotheliomaguide.com if you wish to explore your treatment options.
More Information
If you have any questions on mesothelioma or would like any further information, you can leave your question for Mesothelioma Guide in the comments section below. Alternatively, you can visit Mesothelioma Guide’s website here, like their Facebook Page or follow them on Twitter.
Effect of Cytoreductive Surgery and Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy on Quality of Life in Patients with Peritoneal Mesothelioma. Annals of Surgical Oncology. Retrieved from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/31069554. Accessed: 05/16/2019.
Survival prognostic factors in patients undergoing cytoreductive surgery and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy treatment: analysis from a single oncological center. WorldJournal of Surgical Oncology. Retrieved from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4815060/. Accessed: 04/12/2019.
KMT Rising is hosting a series of monthly online Zoom sessions dedicated to women’s health improvements around Fibroids.
The Womb-an Series is a safe and confidential platform for women to meet (in the comfort of your homes), to find out more about what contributes to fibroid growth and acceleration, what lifestyle choices and dietary factors impact on womb-wellness, what strategies can we incorporate into our lives to reduce fibroid symptoms, and what are the range of holistic approaches towards getting our health back into balance, and towards fibroid elimination.
The sessions will be facilitated by a qualified Holistic Health Practitioner and you will have the opportunity to ask questions regarding your own personal health challenges.
The sessions will include:
Understanding Fibroids (Wednesday 20th May 2020, 8.30-9.15pm)
Creating a space for healing the womb (Wednesday 24th June 2020, 8.30-9.15pm)
Holistic Strategies to Womb-Wellness (Wednesday 22nd July 2020, 8.30-9.15pm)
The COVID-19 pandemic has left many of us feeling anxious and uncertain about the future and with this in mind, we are delighted to share some tips from NJC Therapy Practice to help you find some inner peace during this difficult time.
Six Principles to Nurture Balance and Peace in Your Life
Find yourcalm before you start anything (e.g. deep, slow breaths; visualization; whatever works for you)
Know you control your thoughts (limitless possibilities)
Know you control your actions (pause and decide how you’re going to act)
Everything is neutral (until you give it meaning i.e. how you look at it e.g. cup half full or empty)
Each day, find the joy in simple things (do what makes you laugh out loud/grin)
Begin and end your day withgratitude(appreciate someone or something)
About NJC Therapy Practice
NJC Therapy Practice aims to help their clients use their unique inner strengths and passion to take control of their lives. They offer a variety of life-enhancing and holistic programmes that are tailored to your individual needs incorporating the following approaches:
Life coaching
Hypnotherapy
Educational Performance Programme
Self Help Publications and Audio Recordings
Hypnosis Meets Sports
Specialisms: Stress management, weight control and performance management
To find out more about NJC Therapy Practice, you can visit their website, follow them on Twitter or send them an email
