I’ve neglected this section of my website, but my intention is to connect here more frequently. Mainly so that if this is the first time we’ve connected, or the first time you’ve found me, you can get a flavour of me and my energy. I realised that I’ve written quite a bit, so maybe grab a cuppa?

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As I’m writing this, it’s the beginning of the school summer holidays, and of course, it’s raining! I’m informed that because it rained on St Swithin’s day, the pattern is that it will be rainy for the next 40 days. Not sure how I feel about that, managing an energetic 4 year old, indoors, for 6 weeks whilst navigating my own energy limitations and chronic pain. Verses not getting overwhelmed with the heat (I struggle to regulate my own temperature and find the heat drains my energy battery quicker than cooler days). If you’re new hear, I have Chronic fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia, and whilst I don’t share much of how this looks for me, it plays a massive part in how I show up in life, and navigate being a single parent with a disability. If you resonate with this, let me know!

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Recently I’ve noticed in lots of my sessions, and in writing my monthly newsletter for July, the theme of communication has been really present. From leaning in to gratitude (this was the card of the month in my newsletter), and really feeling the emotion of gratitude when we say ‘thank you’ for something. To being mindful of the place we are communicating from, are our words coming from our ego, our hearts, our purpose? So this is my invitation to you, lets lean in to our communication, lets feel the emotion that is aligned with the words we are using. I’m reminded of the saying ‘our words are spells, that’s why it’s called Spelling’.

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I have found that I have said yes to lots of exciting things and made August my busiest month! So if you see me at any of my events, bring coffee please!

August and Reiki

I’m at two pop up events in August, firstly Sunday 4th August you can find me at the Vegan Market in Dorchester, Maumbury Rings. I’ll be offering reiki taster sessions of about 15-30 minutes for £15, plus selling a small collection of ethically sourced crystals and incense (did you know I sell crystals and incense? let me know if you’d like more info!). I don’t have live prebooking for this event, but if you know you are coming and want to reserve a space pop me an email and we can get you booked in.

Saturday 10th August I’m at Loving By Nature, a beautiful shop in Dorchester, in their upstairs workshop space. I will be offering Reiki taster sessions of 30 minutes, alongside Rowena who will be offering Reflexology tasters. I’m really looking forward to being in this calm space, in the centre of town to offer this moment of calm. Please note that these sessions are pre-book only, to help us manage our time and admin on the day. Here’s the link to book and find out more… Reiki

August and Sound Healing

Again I have two events this month for sound healing sessions with the quartz crystal sound bowls. First is my regular monthly session at Dorchester Yoga Centre on Friday 16th August. These are relaxing sessions held in a yoga studio in the centre of Dorchester. I’m really enjoying getting to know the regular faces that attend each month. Just as an aside, I don’t yet have dates for September’s session as I am in Cornwall on a retreat, but if you want to be kept in the loop, please sign up for my mailing list… here or pop me an email ellen@fernsanctuary.co.uk

Then Friday 30th August I’m back in the woods at The Child In the Wild Forest School site in Owermoigne, for our Woodland Sound Healing Circle. These sessions are unique in that nature adds her own sound to the sound healing vibrations of the crystal bowls. We also have an extra element included that I connect with nearer to the event. So far we’ve had a burn and release ceremony and made beautiful nature art. I’m not sure yet what’s in store for this session, but it will give you the chance to connect with the element of nature and your fellow participants, if you wish. We also finish with hot chocolate and s’mores* around the campfire (*toasted marshmallows smooshed between two chocolate biscuits!) Honestly so good for grounding after a deeply relaxing sound bath (vegan and GF available).

August Woodland Retreat

Sunday 18th August, join me for a full day session, in the beautiful Thorncombe Woods, just outside Dorchester. This is a full day immersive experience that will include a guided mediation under the tree canopy, as well as a sound healing session. Plus other activities that will allow you to reconnect back to yourself. This is a day for you, so if you need more space and peace to just be, you’ll find that here. If you are looking to connect with likeminded souls, this is also the space. I know I’m going to need this in the middle of the school holidays! Remember that self care isn’t selfish! Check here for more info and to book Events

This event is currently on early bird price until the 1st August, so here is your sign to go and check it out!

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Phew, if your still here, thank you! I appreciate you!

Let me know if any of that resonates with you, and if there’s anything you’d like me to share more of in the future.

For now, take care x