Bridie Burns helps people find relaxation and well-being through reflexology
Bridie Burns, reflexologist, made a presentation to the business group at Down Business Connect recently in Denvir’s Hotel in Downpatrick during their monthly meeting, and showcased her work to the members.
She explained that she has a studio at the Down Business Centre and is happy for anyone to come along for a session to help them relax deeply and find a pathway to their wellbeing.
The road to reflexology began for Bridie from her own personal experience at the receiving end and experiencing the benefits of a treatment. She then decided to train in reflexology and has achieved a high standard of professional accreditation.
Bridie said that over thousands of years, specific areas of the body have been mapped and linked to feet and hands and other extremities. For example, issues in the upper body can be manifested in signs in the feet.
“A reflexologist then works on these reflexes searching for tensions and uses fingers, thumbs and knuckles to work on these areas.
“Ultimately reflexology aims to aid sleep, release tension, improve mood, promote wellbeing and help relaxation.
“I specialise in feet reflexology (duopody and facial reflexology mainly), but I do also work with head massages which help to relax the client.
“It is important to have regular exercise so chose activities that you enjoy such as walking, running, cycling, swimming etc. Spending time in the out-doors helps to improve your mood.
“And to help maintain a positive outlook on life, each morning write down three things that your are grateful for. This helps your brain to tune into the positivity in life.
“If you increase the level of communication with friends and family, feelings of isolation will be reduced by doing doing this.
“Meditation can help you feel in control. Do some deep breathing which should help calm your mind.
“And as part of this mix, you need too to ensure that you are eating properly.
Bridie explained that not getting regular sleep can make it difficult for your body to resist stressors. So good sleep is crucial for a good health.
“You should switch off all screens and phones at least an hour before you go to sleep. Also, decluttering the room and decorating it in neutral colours also helps to relax your mind.
“Ideally, regard your bedroom as somewhere to sleep in. So that means no TVs, phones, or browsing your emails etc.
“Keep the bedroom quiet and maintain a temperature of 18 degrees. And establish a basic routine where you switch and dim. lights, and gradually get into sleep mode. Even having a warm batch can help.
“There are some foods which help produce a sleep enhancer, serotonin. Foods that are rich in tryptophan such as turkey, eggs, cheese, salmon, nuts and seeds are useful in producing serotonin.”
Bridie added that reflexology can help with issues such as stress, anxiety, poor sleep, migraine, digestive problems, inflammation, back respiratory conditions and with menopausal or menstrual problems. such as pain management and even fertility.
“So reflexology is a relaxing, non-invasive therapy easing stress and tension, helping to improve circulation and encouraging detoxification.”
Bridie is a Level 5 Clinical Practitioner in Duopody Reflexology, with a Diploma in Applied Reflexology in Integrated Medicine (recognised by the NHS). She is a member of the Association of Reflexologists and maintains high professional standards., and GDPR compliant and treats all cases confidentially.
To find out more, or book a session, give Bridie a call on +44 07729608315,
RandRbyB Reflexology,
Knowledge House,
Down Business Centre,
46 Belfast Road, Downpastrick, BT30 9UP.
or email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.randrbyb.co.uk
