Meditation Classes
Frequently Asked Questions
🧘🏽♀️ What is Meditation?
🧘🏽♀️ Meditation is the practice of stilling the body, in order to still the mind.
⌚ For how long should I Meditate?
⌚ Until you experience stillness.
⏳ How long until I see a difference in my mental state?
⏳ With meditation, the more you practice- the deeper your practice is- the longer you can remain in a state of awareness. Improvement in your mental state depends on consistency in your practice, right approach, and the state of mind you are starting your practice with.
*For more specific information on this, join a group class or a 1-1 where we cover these things more deeply.
🏷️How much is each Meditation class?
🏷️ £10 per person per class
🏷️ £25 per person per 1-1
⌚ How long is each class?
⌚ 1hr per session
🎬 What happens in a 1-1 Meditation?
🎬 There is a guided meditation, mantra, and a teaching.
📌Where are the Meditation Classes?
📌 1-1 are at my home in Lytham St Annes.
📌 Group classes are at a variety of locations.
💳 Can I pay cash, or does it have to be booked online?
💳 No, unfortunately. All bookings must be made online and paid for upfront, before attending the class.
🧘🏼 Do I have to bring my own cushion?
🧘🏼No, Sit and Smile mediation mats and cushions will be provided.
Herbal Clinic
Frequently Asked Questions
🌿 What is Herbal Medicine?
🌿 Medicine made with medicinal plants. Administered as dried herbs in powder or pill form, soaked in boiling water for 30mins-1hr and taken with warm water. Or administered in tincture form as herb-infused alcohol, or aromatic water.
⌚ How long until it takes effects?
⌚ 2.5 months on dried herbs.
Anywhere from 1hr to 1 month on tinctures.
It depends on the complexity of the imbalance, the desired outcome of the treatment, and physical and energetic sensitivity of the person.
⏳ How long will I need to take Herbal Medicine?
Until your symptoms are relieved. Months to years.
🏷️ Why are consultations subsidised?
🏷️ Because each consultation is delivered by a trainee herbalist.
🦺 As a Student Herbalist how do you ensure safety and quality?
🦺 To ensure safety, I:
- Follow both traditional and modern evidence-based herbal practices.
- Carefully cross-reference medications to avoid any contraindications.
- Conduct detailed case-taking, selecting herbs with consideration for safety, interactions, and contraindications.
- Refer to experienced practitioners when necessary.
🦺 To ensure quality, I:
- Administer only organic and ethically-sourced herbs.
- Continuously expand my knowledge through study and academic research.
- And I limit my consultations to 1 a day, to dedicate the whole day to research and understand my patient's condition and construct the best herbal treatment for them.
⌚ How long is each consultation?
⌚ 1-2hrs for first consultation.
⌚ 30mins-1hr for every other consultation.
🤷🏼♀️ What happens in a consultation?
We discuss your current mental, physical and emotional concerns, and medical history. After which I make your medicine.
📌 Where is each consultation?
Lytham St Annes, or Blackpool
*For clinic details see here
💊 What kind of Medicine will I receive?
Tinctures, Dried Herbs in powders or pills.
💳 Is the Medicine included in the consultation fee?
No. Herbal Medicine is paid for separately. After the consultation.
*For Herbal Medicines prices, look here.
😷 Is Herbal Medicine safe?
😷 Yes
🥼 Can I take other Medicines with it too?
🥼 Yes. Any current medicines you are on will be taken into consideration when making your herbal medicine.
😝 Does it taste horrible?
😝 Yes
🤯 What if I miss a dose?
🤯 That's fine. Take it at the same time everyday. Set a reminder on your phone, or get a family member to remind you.
🙈 What if I accidentally take a double dose?
🙈 That's fine too. Herbal Medicine tastes very memorable 😅, so you're less likely to take double than you are to forget to take it at all.
👩🏼⚕️ Can I buy Herbal Medicine without a consultation?
👩🏼⚕️ Not without an initial consultation. Once you've had your first appointment and first prescription made, you can buy your herbal medicine whenever you need a top-up.
🧐 Can I use someone else's herbal medicine?
🧐 While the herbs I use are generally safe, their effects vary depending on a person and any medications they may be taking. I wouldn’t recommend someone using a remedy that wasn’t prepared for them. If a friend or family member is interested in herbal support, I’d be happy to guide them in finding something suited to their needs.
🏷️ Is the Medicine subsidised?
🏷️ No. Only Consultations are subsidised. Herbal Medicine is normal price.
⚕ What kind of Medicine will I recieve?
⚕ The most common herbal medicine is pills. But sometimes tincture, or powder, is more appropriate. It depends on you and your treatment plan.
💳 Is the Medicine included in the consultation fee?
No. Herbal Medicine is paid for separately. Paid for after you've had the consultation, or paid for in your consultation when you receive your medicine.
*For Herbal Medicines prices, look here.
🤢 Are there any side-effects with Herbal Medicine?
There can be, on the wrong herbal medicine for you, or in too large a dose for you. But the side-effects usually occur after pro-longed use and can even indicate the herb has served its purpose.
*For more information on this, read Side Effects of Herbal Medicine.
🍷 Can I drink alcohol with this medicine?
Some herbal medicine contains alcohol. But on all other forms of herbal medicine it is generally recommended alcohol consumption be avoided.