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Demystifying the world of essential oils with Faye from Amour Natural reveals a fascinating journey into accessible, everyday natural well-being. Far from being merely pleasant scents, essential oils contain plant chemicals that physically affect our bodies through inhalation or topical application, creating tangible therapeutic benefits.

Faye shares how Amour Natural was born 14 years ago from a desire to make natural wellness accessible rather than complicated or elitist. What sets their approach apart? Rather than creating products to sell, they asked retailers what customers wanted and developed their line accordingly. This customer-centered philosophy has expanded into an impressive range of 42 essential oils, 20 blends, and various carrier oils - all sourced with exceptional quality standards by Faye's husband James, whose expertise ensures their products meet rigorous criteria.

The conversation dispels common misconceptions about essential oils - particularly that they're "just nice smells" without therapeutic value. Faye explains how these plant chemicals enter your bloodstream when inhaled, creating immediate effects, especially for emotional well-being. For beginners, she recommends starting with an electric diffuser (available for as little as £10-15) and a blend that addresses specific needs. The most versatile starter oil? Lavender, which Faye calls the ultimate "desert island" essential oil for its ability to address emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being.

Discover the science behind aromatherapy's effectiveness, hear remarkable customer success stories, and learn practical ways to incorporate these natural remedies into your daily routine. Ready to transform your well-being with the power of plants? Listen now and take your first step toward a more natural approach to health and happiness.

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What does it really mean to seek counselling, and who can benefit from it? In this enlightening conversation with Debbie Love, a counsellor with over two decades of experience specialising in working with young people, we uncover the transformative power of therapy and dismantle the myths that often prevent people from seeking help.

Debbie shares her personal journey into the profession, which began after experiencing counselling herself in her 30s—a process that helped her overcome a profound lack of self-belief stemming from early life difficulties. This transformation eventually led her to university studies and a career that has spanned schools, youth services, and private practice.

Using the beautiful metaphor of a rose, Debbie explains how counselling helps people gradually open up like a tight green bud revealing its true colors. "When a rosebud is in its early stages, it's tightly wrapped in a green covering and you have no idea what that bud will evolve into," she explains. Similarly, counselling peels away layers to reveal hidden capabilities, self-worth, and confidence that many don't realise they possess.

One particularly powerful story involves a professional singer who had lost her ability to perform on stage or socialise. After just six weeks of counselling, she returned to performing—a perfect example of what Debbie calls "making the impossible possible." This transformative potential exists for everyone, regardless of background, age, or the perceived "size" of their problems.

For those curious about the process, Debbie walks us through finding the right counsellor, what happens during that sometimes intimidating first session, and how the relationship between client and counsellor develops. She emphasises that effective counselling is always client-led: "There's one expert in the room—you. The only person who's an expert on you is you."

Whether you've been considering counselling, know someone who might benefit, or simply want to understand this often-misunderstood profession better, this episode offers valuable insights into how talking therapy can unlock potential and facilitate meaningful change. As mental health awareness continues to grow, Debbie's wisdom reminds us that seeking help isn't a sign of weakness but rather a courageous step toward growth.

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What if that constant fatigue isn't just "part of getting older" but a message your body is desperately trying to send? In this eye-opening conversation with nutritional therapist Fiona Berry, we explore the profound connection between what we eat and how we feel—and why so many of us miss these critical signals until we're forced to pay attention.

Fiona's wellness journey began in the midst of a successful but demanding advertising career, when glandular fever stopped her in her tracks. Faced with a doctor's prediction of feeling awful for six months, she discovered nutrition as a pathway back to health. This revelation led to a complete career transformation and a mission to help others find balance through retreats and personalized nutritional therapy.

You'll discover why that morning routine matters more than you think—how starting your day with coffee and delaying breakfast until mid-morning creates a metabolic rollercoaster affecting your energy, focus, and even sleep. Fiona dismantles popular myths about dietary fats and challenges outdated nutritional advice that still influences public health guidelines today. "What we have been taught about fat and cholesterol is completely wrong," she explains, revealing how the researchers behind these flawed studies have actually apologized for the misinformation.

Most powerfully, Fiona introduces us to the emerging field of epigenetics—how our lifestyle and food choices can literally turn genes on and off, potentially preventing or slowing disease progression regardless of genetic predisposition. This revolutionary understanding puts us back in the driver's seat of our health journey, offering hope even to those with concerning family health histories.

Whether you're struggling with chronic stress, unexplained fatigue, or simply want to optimize your wellbeing, this conversation offers practical wisdom without extreme diets or unsustainable restrictions. As Fiona reminds us, echoing Hippocrates from 400 BC: "Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food"—ancient wisdom now validated by cutting-edge science.

Ready to reclaim your energy and discover what your body has been trying to tell you? Listen now, and take your first step toward truly transformative wellbeing.

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Samantha Clarke-Holland's journey to creating The Humble Herb began with her own health battles. After being diagnosed with ME in 2008 and later facing cancer, she turned to natural alternatives when conventional treatments fell short. What started as personal experimentation with CBD and essential oils to manage chronic pain evolved into a mission to help others find relief naturally.

The conversation reveals how Samantha's kitchen experiments gradually transformed into a product line that friends and family couldn't get enough of. With remarkable clarity, she explains how CBD interacts with our body's endocannabinoid system to regulate crucial functions like immune response, inflammation control, and pain perception. What truly sets her formulations apart is the powerful combination of high-concentration CBD (500-1000mg per pot compared to the typical 200mg in mainstream products) with carefully selected essential oils tailored for specific concerns.

The podcast explores The Humble Herb's four distinct balms: Mend for general pain with anti-inflammatory turmeric; Sport for injuries and nerve pain featuring peppermint and eucalyptus; Calm for anxiety and sleep with soothing lavender and frankincense; and Ease for skin conditions containing vitamin E and patchouli. Samantha shares touching success stories, including a woman who found immediate relief from stubborn eyelid eczema that conventional medicine couldn't help. With products now available in independent health shops across the country and online, The Humble Herb demonstrates how one person's search for natural healing can grow into something that touches countless lives. Curious about natural alternatives to pharmaceutical products? Discover how CBD balms might be the solution you've been searching for.

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