Thomas Hall’s Hypnosis to Treat Depression
Hypnosis is proven to work on treating depression according to multiple new studies globally. Here Holiday Goddess looks at the success of Minds In Unison for treating depression and other issues such as anxiety and insomnia.
Kilts. From Sylvia Plath to Harry Styles
The classic kilt was popularised by Her Majesty the Queen in the 1950s and poet Sylvia Plath made it her own, some years later. Today, Plath’s kilt with her name-tag stitched into the waistband is rocketing up in value at auction houses, and everyone from Harry Styles to Dolce & Gabbana is making tartan desirable. How can you order your own kilt, to your measurements, in your family tartan? (Or just a David Bowie homage tartan)?
Royal Picnics
Everyone is looking for picnic recipes, and everybody has strong ideas on sandwiches (yes or no) and a Thermos flask.
Lavender, Sleep and the Science
Needing a better night’s sleep? Well, science has some interesting answers, with multiple studies showing lavender oil – an affordable aromatherapy oil – improves sleep quality, reduces anxiety and helps to lower blood pressure.
The James Bond Dog Expert – Mrs. Woodhouse
Mrs. Barbara Woodhouse was the most famous dog trainer in the world in the 1980s. Her ‘choke chains’ have gone out of favour, but her other techniques – notably using her voice – are still influencing trainers today. She was the first television star with co-star dogs. In fact, Mrs. Woodhouse inspired a scene in Octopussy and counted Roger Moore among her famous dog-lover acquaintances. How can Barbara’s tips, tricks and secrets help you with your dog and how does she influence TV dog trainers, like The Dogfather, today?
Cycling for (Adult) Beginners
If you are learning to ride a bicycle as an adult, even if you rode as a child, there are some great new teachers, videos and ideas you can pick up for your holiday at home. Tip – Try giving your new bike a name.
Marian Keyes Workshops
The four sessions of questions from Marian’s readers, hopeful bestselling authors and fans (titled So You Want To Write A Novel) covers everything from writers’ block to ‘The Fear’ as Marian calls it
Twitter Tarot Super Followers
Twitter introduce Super Follows, a new way for people to earn monthly revenue by sharing subscriber-only content with their followers on Twitter.
London’s Best Outdoor Pubs
If you are looking for free and easy outdoor pub tables in London, two of the best are in Hammersmith, near the famous bridge and guaranteed beautiful sunsets, no matter if it’s Autumn (blankets available) or Summer. The Dove and the Blue Anchor are part of British literary and television history, with patrons including Sylvia Plath and Dylan Thomas – and the two stars of Minder. You can picnic here in the local gardens then watch the sun set, or book for a Sunday Roast with water views.
Astrology Predictions 2023-2026
The cycles of the planet Saturn in astrology teach us lessons we need to learn. Saturn in Pisces is coming soon and astrology predictions 2023 to 2026 are based on the three-decade return of the planet of rules, to the sign which affects all of us – but particularly Pisces, Sagittarius, Gemini and Virgo. Astrologer Stephanie Johnson looks at the impact of Saturn and we see what Jessica Adams, The Astro Twins and Patrick Watson are saying about this planet, as it prepares to slowly change zodiac signs.
Holiday Podcast – Alexa Chung
If you are looking for a wise and witty podcast on style and music, look no further than special guest Alexa Chung on her preferred playlists and the reasons why London and New York style is so different.
Make a Dream, Astrology and Tarot Journal
A hand-made journal using the ancient wisdom of Tarot, astrology and dream interpretation together, is a powerful tool for change. If you want to make progress in your life, fix issues or pursue dreams – create a bespoke notebook set. Choose wrapping paper you love, or create your own covers, and find some ribbon. Peer into the future or go over the past. Use the work of experts like Jane Teresa Anderson to help you. Using the turn of the seasons (Autumn/Winter and Spring/Summer) you can shape your future using three ancient sources of wisdom, online.