Get in to the ‘yin’
Well Hello November! How did that happen?
We’re truly into the yin part of the year now – slower, darker, colder. With so many of us living at full power all of the time, should we really be celebrating being busy quite so much? I am very guilty of this and have been trying to find ways to stop and breathe more often-during the day, at the end of the day and most importantly for me, at the beginning of the day. Taking a breath, drinking hot tea in my cold garden and clearing my head before the busy begins… perhaps you can join me?
As we move deeper into this beautiful golden season and slowly adapt to a new early darkness, autumn, our (already fragile) sleep patterns often get disrupted. Shorter days mean less daylight, which leads to lower serotonin (our mood-regulating neurotransmitter) and higher melatonin (our sleep-inducing hormone). The result? More fatigue, dips in focus, and sometimes a drop in mood. It’s no wonder many of us crave more rest and find ourselves reaching for an extra cup of tea (or coffee!) just to keep going.
This is the perfect moment to tune into your nervous system. Treatments that we offer at Holistic Health such as Massage, Acupuncture, and Reflexology are deeply relaxing – they signal safety to the body and help release both mental and physical tension. Prioritising good sleep hygiene can make a big difference too: dimming the lights earlier, limiting screen time before bed, and giving yourself permission to switch your phone off for a while. Even small acts of disconnection can have a powerful impact on your sense of calm and your ability to rest deeply.
We’re truly into the yin part of the year now – slower, darker, colder. With so many of us living at full power all of the time, should we really be celebrating being busy quite so much? I am very guilty of this and have been trying to find ways to stop and breathe more often-during the day, at the end of the day and most importantly for me, at the beginning of the day. Taking a breath, drinking hot tea in my cold garden and clearing my head before the busy begins… perhaps you can join me?
As we move deeper into this beautiful golden season and slowly adapt to a new early darkness, autumn, our (already fragile) sleep patterns often get disrupted. Shorter days mean less daylight, which leads to lower serotonin (our mood-regulating neurotransmitter) and higher melatonin (our sleep-inducing hormone). The result? More fatigue, dips in focus, and sometimes a drop in mood. It’s no wonder many of us crave more rest and find ourselves reaching for an extra cup of tea (or coffee!) just to keep going.
This is the perfect moment to tune into your nervous system. Treatments that we offer at Holistic Health such as Massage, Acupuncture, and Reflexology are deeply relaxing – they signal safety to the body and help release both mental and physical tension. Prioritising good sleep hygiene can make a big difference too: dimming the lights earlier, limiting screen time before bed, and giving yourself permission to switch your phone off for a while. Even small acts of disconnection can have a powerful impact on your sense of calm and your ability to rest deeply.
Last week, Kat and I travelled to Stockholm to partake in what would be a transformative yoga retreat in the middle of the forest...
Spending uninterrupted time in nature, plunging into VERY very cold water and finding deep connection in the disconnect. Yes, I switched my phone off for most of the 4 days! Remembering how to switch off, stepping away from constant stimulation, and just being. It reminded me how nourishing it feels to be present without distractions – to let nature, stillness, and breath guide you back to balance. Twice daily yoga (and even a bonus CrossFit session) really hit the mark.
By leaning into these restorative activities, we give ourselves permission to align with the season: to slow down, reflect, rest, and nurture ourselves. Moving with nature, rather than against it, allows us to experience this time of year with more mindfulness, ease, and joy.
If you’re struggling with energy during this seasonal shift, book your Vitamin B12 appointment to support your immunity and wellbeing through this transition.
Big love, Tracy
Podiatrist, Mother, Yorkshire Tea addict & Clinic Director
Spending uninterrupted time in nature, plunging into VERY very cold water and finding deep connection in the disconnect. Yes, I switched my phone off for most of the 4 days! Remembering how to switch off, stepping away from constant stimulation, and just being. It reminded me how nourishing it feels to be present without distractions – to let nature, stillness, and breath guide you back to balance. Twice daily yoga (and even a bonus CrossFit session) really hit the mark.
By leaning into these restorative activities, we give ourselves permission to align with the season: to slow down, reflect, rest, and nurture ourselves. Moving with nature, rather than against it, allows us to experience this time of year with more mindfulness, ease, and joy.
If you’re struggling with energy during this seasonal shift, book your Vitamin B12 appointment to support your immunity and wellbeing through this transition.
Big love, Tracy
Podiatrist, Mother, Yorkshire Tea addict & Clinic Director
Posted on 30 October 2025