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Relief vs. Healing: What Are You Really Looking For?
When dealing with health issues, are you seeking "temporary relief" or "true healing," recovery from the root cause?
In this blog, I will explain the difference between these two concepts through the lens of homeopathy.
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Aug 84 min read


Never Been Well Since: A Homeopathic Perspective on Chronic Illness
Never Been Well Since (NBWS) explained: meaning, symptoms, causes, and homeopathic approach to chronic illness.
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Apr 243 min read


Understanding Red Flags - Through My Experience, Cellulitis
Have you ever heard the term “red flags”? In homeopathy and other forms of self-care, understanding warning signs and knowing when to seek medical help are essential. In this article, I share my own experience with cellulitis to explain what red flags can look like in practice, why they should not be ignored, and why appropriate medical care is sometimes essential. A red flag waves on a lifeguard tower at the beach, signaling hazardous swimming conditions as a lifeguard stand
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Mar 35 min read


What Are Miasms? Understanding the Deep Patterns in Homeopathy
As you study homeopathy, you will come across the unfamiliar word "Miasm."
After observing people for many years, Samuel Hahnemann, the founder of homeopathy, noticed that underlying illness that recurred no matter how much treatment was given, there was "something like a common root." This is what he called "Miasm."
In this blog, I am going to write about miasms.
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Nov 20, 20255 min read


Why Do Homeopaths See Homeopaths, Too?
Discover adrenal fatigue: causes, stages, links to allergies, and how lifestyle changes & homeopathy may support balance and recovery.
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Sep 30, 20255 min read


When Self-Care Is not Enough
This blog highlights how self-care alone may not resolve deep-seated or long-standing health issues, and explains how homeopathy offers a holistic, individualised approach that supports the body’s natural healing abilities for lasting well-being.
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Aug 1, 20254 min read


Understanding Susceptibility, Sensitivity in Homeopathy
In homeopathy, adaptability, sensitivity, and susceptibility are interconnected concepts that describe an individual's response to their int
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Feb 6, 20255 min read


What is susceptibility in homoeopathy?
In homoeopathy, susceptibility refers to the way an individual may be more or less responsive to certain influences, including their environment, circumstances and other factors. It is an important concept in homoeopathic philosophy, where practitioners look at how a person responds to illness and other influences as part of understanding the individual as a whole. In this article, I’ll explain what susceptibility means in homoeopathy and why it is considered an important par
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Dec 18, 20242 min read


What are the obstacles to cure?
The concept of “obstacles to cure” is an important idea in homeopathic philosophy. It refers to factors in a person’s lifestyle, environment, emotional wellbeing or general health that may influence how they respond to treatment. In homeopathy, looking at these factors can be part of understanding the whole person rather than focusing only on individual symptoms. In this article, I explore some of the common factors traditionally considered as possible obstacles to cure, incl
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Oct 30, 20244 min read


Can I give a remedy secretly to other people?
Sometimes I get asked, "Can I hide homeopathic remedies?" There are many reasons and backgrounds for wanting to hide your child, such as a d
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Sep 12, 20244 min read


Taking back responsibility for your own health
Taking responsibility for your own health is about being proactive and intentional in managing your physical, mental, and emotional well-bei
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Sep 5, 20244 min read


Why are there remedies made from conventional medicines?
You may have come across homeopathic remedies made from conventional medicines and wondered why they exist — or whether they can be used instead of the medicines themselves. In this article, I explain why some homeopathic practitioners use these remedies, including the concepts of isopathy and tautopathy, and why they should not be regarded as substitutes for prescribed medication. A collection of various colorful pills and capsules neatly arranged in blister packs on a white
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Jul 10, 20244 min read


How to administer a remedy for sensitive individuals?
How to Take Homeopathic Remedies for Sensitive People There is always a way If you are sensitive to homeopathic remedies, or prefer not to take them internally, there are different ways you can use a remedy. In this article, I introduce several approaches, including inhalation, olfaction, topical use, LM potency and the plussing method. A glass jar filled with small white homeopathic pellets sits on a wooden surface next to a delicate sprig of fresh lavender, creating a calmi
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Jun 6, 20245 min read


How to collect symptoms when choosing homeopathic remedies?
How to Choose a Homeopathic Remedy: Observing Your Symptoms When choosing a homeopathic remedy, it can be helpful to look closely at your symptoms rather than focusing only on the name of a condition. How does the symptom feel? Where is it located? What seems to have brought it on, and what makes it better or worse? In this article, I introduce the CLAMS approach, a simple way of observing symptoms from different angles when considering a homeopathic remedy. A thoughtful woma
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May 9, 20243 min read


What happens when you have a consultation?
If you haven't had a homeopathic consultation before, you may be unsure about what to expect or feel a little nervous about the process. In this article, I explain what you can expect during a first consultation, the kinds of questions you may be asked, and what may happen afterwards. I hope this gives you a clearer idea of what a homeopathic consultation is like and helps you feel more comfortable before your first appointment. Supportive therapy session: A thoughtful counse
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Apr 24, 20246 min read


What is the difference between acute and chronic prescribing?
Acute and chronic symptoms can present in very different ways, and the way homeopathic remedies are considered may also differ. In this article, I explain the difference between acute and chronic conditions and how remedy selection may be approached in homeopathy. A woman covers her mouth with her elbow while sneezing, highlighting good hygiene practices. I receive many various questions at the pharmacy, mostly acute conditions like coughs and colds or injury. Sometimes I oft
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Feb 29, 20245 min read


How to order homeopathic remedies?
If you are new to ordering homeopathic remedies, it can be difficult to know what information you need when placing an order. In this guide, I explain the four main things you need to choose when ordering remedies online, the remedy name, form, size and potency, as well as some points to consider when ordering from a UK homeopathic pharmacy if you live abroad. A person browses a travel luggage website on a tablet, exploring new styles and options for modern travel. I work at
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Feb 22, 20243 min read


What are potency and dose in homeopathy?
What Is Homeopathic Potency? How to Choose Potency and Dosage If you are new to homeopathy, you may wonder what the numbers and letters on a remedy mean — and whether a higher potency is always better. In this guide, I explain what homeopathic potency means, how potency and dosage are approached in homeopathy, and what factors homeopaths may consider when choosing a potency. A scientist carefully pours a yellow liquid from a brown bottle into a graduated cylinder, showcasing
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Feb 15, 20247 min read


How to handle and store homeopathic remedies?
If you are new to homeopathic remedies, you may have questions about how to take, handle and store them. Here are some practical guidelines to help you look after your remedies and understand when it is helpful to check with your homeopath. Assorted glass bottles filled with homeopathic pellets are arranged alongside a mortar and pestle, books, and vibrant foliage, creating an aura of natural remedy and traditional medicine. After a consultation with a homeopath, you may be g
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Feb 10, 20243 min read


How do we know a remedy is working?
When you start taking the remedy, you may experience various changes or symptoms. I will explain what kind of meanings are through the signs
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Jun 3, 20236 min read
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