A heart-shaped box of chocolates is a sign of love, a symbol – often a tool – of romance, and an intrinsic part of Valentine’s Day. But why? From at least the time of the Aztecs, chocolate has been seen as an aphrodisiac. So it’s reasonable to assume that it has been connected to love’s dedicated…
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Bernie Rowen-Ross invites us to practice authenticity this decade. It’s 2020 and, yes, we’re still reading, listening to, or watching the news. Reading what is going on around us, even if we’re unsure of the source. Authentic is a word, I’ve come across recently. The on-line Oxford dictionary Lexico, defines it as: Of undisputed origin…
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As we enter the month associated with love, Bernadette Petrie addresses an issue which has affected or affects most of us – being a people pleaser.. As a ‘people pleaser in recovery’ it took me a long time to break this habit. I literally said no to everything and in the process I discovered what…
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It’s a new year, a time where we take stock of our previous years experiences and reflect on how we can move forward, grow and potentially manifest a more nourishing, abundant and authentic life for ourselves. This is such an exciting time! Yoga is a wonderful way to take time out of our busy lives…
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We speak to Keith Thomson, principal dentist and practice owner, and the implant dentist for North Berwick and Gullane Dental Practices. Keith has vast experience in implants, following completion of a Masters Degree, in addition to further training in the treatment of complex dental problems including tooth wear and cosmetic treatments. Dental implants are used…
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Craft encourages us to think, learn and create in new and innovative ways. And, the creative bunch at North Berwick’s Rock and Bird have many an arty trick up their sleeves to encourage art and craft in our local community. Situated on North Berwick’s high street, Rock and Bird is not only a gem of…
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Simply email your address to be entered into the prize draw to win six Beatitude Body Oil Baubles worth £72. Each bauble contains a 20ml body oil and will make the perfect stocking filler or just look gorgeous on your tree. email your name and address to: info@beatitudeproducts.com entries must be received by: midnight, 20 December 2019…
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It’s meant to be a time of good cheer, relaxation and celebration, but for many, Christmas can be supremely stressful. So, it’s particularly important to take a moment to relax, and there’s no better way to calm the mind and relax the body than by taking an aromatherapy bath. Yes, taking a good soak in…
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Bernie Rowen-Ross tells us many of the traditions we follow at Christmas have passed to Christianity from other older practices. Not everyone celebrates Christmas, and I often wonder about the traditions which have passed to Christianity from other older practices. One of those is the shortest day – the winter equinox which falls on either…
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