With awareness of wellbeing and mindfulness on a daily rise amongst a generation of young Irish women, would you consider holistic therapies to tackle your mind and body concerns? We speak with Jenny Faison and Sarah Wilson about going after what you want, the challenges in taking a leap of faith and treating the body, mind and spirit at the same time.– I’ve been on a bit of a journey.
I am a Certified Infant Massage Instructor. I completed my Infant Massage Instructor training with the International Association of Infant Massage who have a comprehensive programme of practical and theoretical training that is used worldwide.– In 2009, I qualified in Holistic Massage and Anatomy & Physiology at Walmer College and Holistic Centre in Raheny. I also went on to also study Aromatherapy, Indian Head Massage, Hot Stone Massage, Pregnancy Massage and Facials at Walmer.
Many people don’t really understand the term “holistic therapies” – what does it mean to you, in essence?The term ‘holistic’ is derived from the Greek word, holos, meaning whole, and holistic therapies…are based on the idea that health is the result of harmony between the body, mind and spirit.