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“I’M ONLY HUMAN”

I published a book in 2018 about overcoming anxiety and the next thing I know I’m a qualified wellness coach, holistic therapist and catapulted into the wellness industry, even leading to a wellness show on local radio. This led to some serious imposter syndrome and in 2019 as I spiralled down to rock bottom once more I really judged myself and came very close to throwing in the towel. Why?   I am Your Wellness Coach BUT… After writing the award winning ‘My Wellness Toolbox’ that shared how I overcame and lived anxiety free for the best part of 13 years, then launching my coaching and holistic therapy business… I hit rock bottom again in 2019 when complex PTSD was...

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RELEASING MY OWN BS = NOW A 5K RUNNER

I no longer set New Year’s resolutions, yet I do set intentions throughout the year, especially with the moon cycle and when journalling. I set the intention with the Full Moon in January   (6th) that I would make healthier choices throughout 2023, do more regular exercise… starting with couch to 5k… but I can’t run?! Can I?! Now, for those of you who have read ‘My Wellness Toolbox’ you will know that Tool #22 ‘Physical Exercise’ and I haven’t always had a great relationship, it’s the tool I struggle to use consistently, yet when I do use it I reap the rewards. This time has been no different. On Sunday 15th Jan I reloaded the 5K runner app (8...

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YOUR SWIFT HEALING REIKI SESSIONS AVAILABLE

✨ NOVEMBER DIARY NOW OPEN ✨ The November diary for Your Swift Healing Reiki Therapy sessions at Spaburbia is open… All you have to do is contact me directly or you can download and book via the Spaburbia app (see comments for link) The following appointments are remaining: ✨ Thursday 3rd November @11.00✨ Friday 4th November @12:00 ✨ Wednesday 9th November @18:30 & @20:00✨ Thursday 10th November @9.00 ✨ Friday 18th November @12:00 & @13:30✨ Wednesday 23rd November @18:30 & @20:00✨ Thursday 24th November @09:30 & @11:00 ✨ Friday 25th November @12:00 & @13:30Please get in touch if you would like more information about Reiki Therapy and to book your session ❤️Distant Reiki appointments also available (only a few left)...

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MY WELLNESS TOOLBOX FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

Another 5 star review on Amazon!! …and it fills my heart with joy when I know it’s helping more than one family member… because everyone should have their own wellness toolboxes. Have you got yours yet? For a copy of the book click on the links or go to my online store aliswift.co.uk/collections/all #bookreview#happyreader#toolsforlife#familywellness #awardwinner#helpfulbooks #mywellnesstoolbox #yourwellnesstoolbox

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WOMEN WHO WRITES WINNER

Where does the time go? I can’t believe the @womanwho awards was 2 weeks ago when I was announced as the winner of the Woman Who writes category 💥This is what the judges had to say: “Ali used her turbulent personal journey to write about the power tools that helped her tackle mental health challenges. Her first book became a springboard for Ali to share her vision for everyone to have their own Wellness Toolbox. Her second book opened up multiple opportunities for Ali to reach more people and help her wider community, including @heroeshampers . Through her books, articles, blogs, and radio show, Ali shares her lived experiences of overcoming mental illness to connect with her audience and empower...

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