self-care

Instead of focusing on the treatment of symptoms, spa professionals can now target the core issue – the cause, by layering modalities. Extrinsic modalities were traditionally used in the anti aging fight, however, it is the intrinsic factors that have a real impact on the end results.

Discover why the renaissance of ancient rituals in Western spa treatments is one of the most sacred offerings of the 21st century.

Regular DIY at-home spa treatments can work a world of wonders for your health and wellbeing, without putting a dent in the budget!

It might seem reductive but the Dark Mistress is a measurement kind of gal. There is satisfaction in the plotting of progress… The physical stuff like weight-loss is SO EASY to measure. To lose 10Kg and 6cms off the waistline you have to DO STUFF… ok I get that. But sustainability is another matter… Here’s […]

Need to get rid of unwanted blemishes, tired and puffy eyes or a hangover? Simple remedies are available and they can be found in your kitchen.

The Dark Mistress love/hates Google. It is a difficult relationship. I love it for the immediacy and I hate it for the user experience – in this case trawling through weight-loss pills, weight-loss Doctors in the middle of nowhere, American weight-loss ra ra, weight-loss teas, and the newest, latest Jason Clements “EXPLOSIVE approaches to weight-loss”. […]

Lack of confidence can be debilitating. Discover how to increase or regain your self-confidence with a few simple yoga breathing techniques and asanas.

Unless you identify the emotional triggers that make you over-eat, your hidden fears may sabotage your weight loss efforts.

Are your commitments pulling you out of kilter? Learn how to focus on what is important to you so you can tip the scales in your favour and return a bit of balance to your life.

As you spend a large part of your life working, it’s a good idea to understand how it affects you and how to protect yourself against any negative impacts.

Learning to enjoy and celebrate your body is a process that involves embracing self-awareness and letting go of self-criticism.

Understanding the link between brain chemistry, emotions and cravings can help you develop effective strategies to reduce the urge to reach for comfort food.