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Hi Ladies question for you .... Be honest… how’s the year really going so far? It’s still early, yet many women in business I’ve spoken to already feel mentally full, stretched, or unsure what actually deserves their energy next..... Not because anything’s gone wrong with their service but because clarity, inspiration and forward momentum don’t always just happen. So myself and Tracy Fensome have created the space for you - if this resonates with you? 'Spring Forward' is an intimate Business & Mindset Experience for women, designed as an energetic reset point - your business by design! This is not a sit-and-listen event. It’s a small-group, work-with-you experience where you’ll be supported and inspired - engage with our guest speakers and to leave with: • clearer focus • renewed energy and inspiration • a bespoke practical plan to move forward this Spring • fresh perspective from experienced voices and like-minded women • and the reassurance that you’re not doing this alone Because it’s not just about learning more - it’s about learning what matters now, in 2026. Led by myself Debbie Allen and Tracy Fensome bringing over 65 years of combined entrepreneurial business experience, with great energy, fun, and real conversation throughout the day. 🎁 Bonus - a private group for support and momentum mentoring Registration opens soon. 📅 24th April | Arrival 9.30am - 5pm (parking available) 📍 Hempstead House Hotel & Spa, Kent 💷 £175 (includes a delicious lunch, refreshments and a beautifully curated gift) We’re keeping this small, with limited places available. If you would like like to join us for an awesome day in beautiful surroundings - 👉 Comment YES or send us a message if this speaks to you 🌸
✨If I could grant you one wish… to change something about the way you think, feel, or behave, what would you choose? Would it be: •Stop the 3am wake-ups with a racing mind • anxiety loops you can’t switch off • low self-esteem that keeps you playing small • constant food noise • fears or phobias that quietly control your choices. Most of us know exactly what we’d want to change. Choosing just one thing is often the hardest part. Obviously I don’t have real a magic wand… but I do have a superpower ✨ I help you connect directly the part of your mind that’s been holding onto that limiting belief, the one that thinks it’s protecting you. Using mindset, science, nervous system regulation, and neuroplasticity, we can gently rewire patterns that no longer serve you. And here’s what I’ve seen time and time again: sometimes changing just one thing actually changes everything. When your nervous system feels safe, when those “mind monkeys” stop running the show and start listening to you, the boss, life feels calmer, clearer, more productive and yes, more joyful. If this is speaking to you, and you’re curious about what could shift for you… 💬 Let’s have a conversation. Debbie xo 💚 #Mindset #mentalhealthsupport #mindsetcoach
Small tweaks to your existing treatments can make all the difference. Your hands are your superpower and when you combine skill with a little mindset mastery, the whole client experience is elevated. The difference between being a good therapist and becoming a fully booked, unforgettable therapist often comes down to recognising where the gaps are… and choosing to upgrade, refine, and refresh your skills regularly. Thank you, Chloe, for trusting us with your continuing professional development and for being an absolute A-star student. 🌿✨ #reflexologytraining #indianheadmassage #complementarytherapies
✨Friday Mindset Musings It’s been a hectic one. A lot to fit in, and weather-wise we’ve gone from freezing cold to torrential rain, neither of which does much for the mood. I’ve spoken to so many friends this week who’ve all said the same thing: January has felt heavy. Life doesn’t always go to plan, does it? But today feels brighter. The view from my window has lifted, and I’m packing for a week in the sun, flying out on Monday 😎 Sometimes having something lovely to look forward to changes everything. This morning I was a guest at a BNI online meeting hosted by Jonathan Gwyer And when I say this morning, I mean a 6.15am start which felt like the middle of the night! That said, it was a great group and Jonathan shared an inspiring presentation about the online community platform he is building within his business fairly marvellous CIC Definitely one to watch (and join), especially as an alternative to relying solely on Facebook. What I’ve always struggled with in the BNI model is being boxed into one label. One plumber. One accountant. One coach. Where do I fit? Beauty and complementary therapy training? Mindset coaching? Hypnotherapy? I don’t live in one neat niche and honestly, I don’t want to. I love collaboration. I’m not in competition with other coaches or therapists. I believe we’re stronger when we work together, when we complement each other rather than compete. And that belief is exactly why I’ve teamed up with Tracy Fensome to create something really special. ✨ Spring Forward 2026 ✨ A one-day women in business experience 📍 Hempstead House Hotel & Spa 📅 24th April This day is about connection, clarity and calm growth. No hustle. No stuffy speeches. Just engaging conversations, mindset shifts, practical business insights, and space to let go of whatever’s been holding you back so you can step into the best version of you, in life and business. There’ll be plenty of actionable takeaways to inspire and transform your business journey and yes, Amy Burbridge will be there too, keeping me on track with time (iykyk 😉). Wishing you a lovely weekend. I’ll be checking in next week… from a sunny beach view ☀️ What's your plans for the weekend?
Allow Yourself to Be Imperfect. So many of us are walking around carrying an invisible weight. The pressure to get it right. Too look a certain way or behave a certain way. To say the right thing. To be calm, confident, productive, healed, sorted… all the time. This is why I often use the Captain and Ship mindset model. Your conscious mind is the Captain. She sets intentions. She has goals. She wants growth, change, progress. Your subconscious mind is the Crew. Their job isn’t perfection. Their job is safety. They steer based on past experiences, learned patterns, and old emotional memories. When the Captain demands perfection, the Crew hear danger. And instead of moving forward, they tighten the sails, create self-doubt, procrastination, anxiety, or overwhelm. Allowing yourself to be imperfect is not “giving up.” It’s telling your Crew: we’re safe enough to move. That’s when something beautiful happens. The nervous system softens. The inner resistance eases. The constant self-criticism quietens. And that heavy weight on your shoulders? It starts to lift. Real change doesn’t come from forcing yourself to be better. It comes from understanding how your mind is trying to protect you and gently bringing the Captain and Crew back into alignment. If you’re tired of pushing, fixing, or feeling like you’re failing at personal growth and you’re ready for change that feels supportive rather than exhausting, this is the work I do. I help people understand their inner patterns, regulate their nervous system, and move forward without needing to be perfect first. If this resonates, you’re very welcome to reach out and explore working together 🤍 #mindset #mindsetcoach #confidencecoach #hypnotherapy
✨Friday Mindset Musings This week didn’t quite go to plan. Best-laid plans and all that. Life has a habit of throwing in a few unexpected twists and turns. And while we can’t control everything that happens or other people’s actions, we can choose how we respond. That’s where the real work is. When things feel wobbly, the most powerful thing we can do is come back to ourselves. Looking after your mindset. Regulating your nervous system. Doing the best you can to nourish your body and mind not perfectly, just kindly. Support has arrived this week from places I didn’t expect, and I’m very grateful. Thank you to those who checked in, and to the two people who have been at the other end of voice notes and WhatsApps, you know who you are 💛 Today also brought something uplifting: an in-person meet-up with a newly formed group, The Kent Wellness Connections, a collective of Kent-based complementary therapists with a shared intention: supporting each other so we can better support our clients. A lovely reminder of the power of connection. If any of my Kent friends would like to know more, just drop me a message. This evening, it’s family time. The grandkids are here, there’s a marble run under construction, a game of hide and seek underway… and I’m currently writing this from inside my wardrobe 😄 Life isn’t always tidy or predictable but there’s joy, connection and grounding to be found when we slow down and notice what’s working. When life feels a little heavy, instead of quitting, pause, rest, regroup and more importantly find that one person you can confide in, who you can admit life isn't perfect to. Believe me no ones life is as shiny as their Instagram stories portray. Wishing you all a gentle, blessed weekend Debbie xo 💚
We’re big believers in continually updating our knowledge and skills and reading is one of our favourite ways to do that. It’s a far more nourishing option than endless scrolling or relying on non-expert opinions in forums. We’re also very choosy about the authors we recommend, which is exactly why we’re delighted to share this book by our friend Kathryn Buckley. Kathryn brings not only deep research, but real expertise and qualifications you can trust. What might surprise you is that this isn’t a dry, technical read. It’s a beautifully written, very human story and while it’s invaluable for skin professionals, it’s equally relevant for anyone interested in health, wellness, and longevity. You can grab your copy here 👉https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0FSSM94SZ And if you’ve read any books you’ve loved recently, we’d love to hear your recommendations too 🤍
It’s only the first week of January, yet for many people the idea of a “better year ahead” already feels out of reach. If that’s you, it doesn’t mean you lack motivation or discipline. Those who follow my work know I talk about the mind as having two main parts: the conscious and the subconscious. The conscious mind is like the captain of a ship. She knows where she wants to go. She sets the destination and the route. The subconscious is the crew. They’re the ones actually steering, adjusting the sails, responding to conditions. Their job is simple: keep the captain safe. Most of the time, they work in harmony. But sometimes they don’t. Some of the crew feel safest staying in harbour. Past experiences, early beliefs, and old emotional wounds have taught them that movement equals danger. So when the captain decides it’s time to grow, change, earn more, be seen, or do things differently, the crew become anxious. The more the captain pushes forward, the more the crew may quietly steer in the opposite direction. This is where people get confused. They think they’re self-sabotaging. They think something is wrong with them. But there isn’t. You don’t have a rogue crew member. You have a protective one, doing a job it learned long ago, even though that job is now outdated. This is where nervous system regulation comes in. When the nervous system perceives threat (even imagined threat), the crew go into survival mode. Fight, flight, freeze, or fawn take over. Logic doesn’t land because safety comes first. You can’t shout instructions at a nervous system that feels unsafe. You have to regulate first. When the body settles and the system feels safe again, the crew can hear the captain properly. They’re open to reassurance, new information, and an upgraded role. That’s the work I do with you. Not forcing change. Not battling your own mind. But helping you feel safe enough to move forward, gently, at your own pace. If this resonates and you feel like your inner crew might need some support right now, you’re very welcome to message me. Sometimes a quiet conversation is the first step back out of harbour. Let's chat Debbie 💚
2026 is the Year of the Horse A year said to carry fire energy, momentum and personal change. That's exciting. But let’s be honest not everyone has come galloping into this new year. The life of a business owner is not getting easier and for many of you 2025 was heavy. When you’re still carrying old patterns, the “new year, new you” pressure can feel exhausting rather than inspiring. Last year I worked with some incredible women in our industry who were navigating anxiety, low confidence, stress and anxiety, They had all tried other therapies and self help before coming to me. Each had a different story, but one shared thread: Old beliefs formed long ago that once kept them safe but now keep them stuck. If this feels like you the good news is you are not broken. There’s no faulty wiring. Just patterns that need an update. Real change doesn’t come from forcing yourself to be different it comes from understanding how your mind works and gently choosing new ways of responding. This is the work I do with you. You’re still you, just a happier, calmer, more confident version. ✨ My biggest invitation for 2026: Put yourself back at the top of the list. ✨Celebrate the small wins. Not just the big business successes. They matter more than you think. ✔️A glass of water. ✔️A short walk. ✔️A nourishing meal. ✔️Rest when you’re tired. ✔️Pause before reacting. ✔️Even cleaning or de cluttering your work space. Do one thing each day you can say “well done” to yourself for. That’s how change really begins. 💚 If you are struggling talking helps and it may be the right time for you to prioritise your mental health and get the therapy you need. Lets chat. Debbie xo
✨ Wishing you all a Just Fabulous 2026 🎉 2025 brought change, growth, and plenty of learning for us and we are incredibly grateful to everyone who chose to train, learn, and work with us this year. We were proud to open our beautiful new clinic and training centre, and 2025 also gave us the opportunity to work with so many of you and your teams in your own spas and clinics, something we truly value and love. As we step into the year ahead, we’re excited to continue doing what we do best: training, mentoring, and coaching our wonderful students and clients as they grow in confidence, skill, and belief. ✨ 2026 is a year of possibility. Are you ready to explore your full potential? With gratitude Debbie and Amy xo Team Just Fabulous 💚
🎄Wishing all our followers an amazing Christmas, wherever you are and how ever you are spending this holiday season. We are on the last run, working today and then last minute prep tomorrow. We will be out of office from 24th Dec -2nd Jan. We will respond to emails between Christmas and New Year but may be a little slower. Our online booking system is still available for course bookings for the New Year. Debbie & Amy 🕯️💝
Salonpreneur Magazine is about to launch its 3rd edition 🎉🎉🎉🎉 and this one matters. 💥124 pages. One purpose. To get you business and life ready for the year ahead. This isn’t just another industry magazine. It’s a collected body of wisdom from coaches, mentors and industry experts who actually understand what it takes to grow, sustain and protect a modern beauty business. ✨ Inside this edition: My New Year feature takes the mystery out of Money, Mindset & Manifestation. We’ve all heard about manifestation attracting what we desire through thoughts and energy. But manifesting money isn’t about sitting cross-legged waiting for the universe to deliver a cheque. It’s about aligning belief with action. Your brain is designed to prove you right. Believe money is scarce, and your decisions will quietly reinforce that belief, a self-fulfilling loop. Expect success, act accordingly, and suddenly opportunities appear that were always there you’re just now wired to see them. This article shows you how manifestation actually works in real life and business and how to use it intentionally as you step into 2026. 💫Also in this powerful edition: • A very frank, open 16-page feature on the sexualisation of the industry • A practical 12-page tech support guide every business owner needs • Business strategy, nutrition guidance, mindset support and so much more This edition is packed with insight, courage and real conversations our industry needs. If you want to start 2026 feeling clearer, stronger and better equipped, this magazine belongs on your desk. Subscribe now and step into the new year informed, empowered and ready. Debbie xo Salonpreneurmagazine.co.uk/subscribe #SalonpreneurMagazine #LeaveTheLadderDow
✨ Christmas can feel magical. And it can also be the season when old memories, emotions, and past experiences quietly resurface. Your nervous system may still be holding on to things that once kept you safe but are no longer relevant to who you are now. That excess baggage you’ve been carrying? The emotional suitcase you keep “just in case”? You don’t need it anymore. It isn’t serving the version of you that exists today. To make space for the good stuff, something has to be released. Think about being on holiday, spotting something you absolutely love, only to realise your luggage allowance is already maxed out. It’s the same with past trauma. With shame, hurt, disappointment, or guilt. Carrying that weight is exhausting mentally. And over time, it takes its toll physically too. As this year comes to a close, ask yourself: What do I need to let go of before I move forward? And if you’re struggling with unhelpful thought patterns or emotions that keep resurfacing, let’s have a conversation. Debbie xo 💚
And How Do I Choose What Will Actually Meet My Needs? This is a question I hear often, usually quietly, and sometimes with a hint of confusion or overwhelm attached. “Should I be able to do this on my own by now?” “Do I really need a coach or mentor, or am I just failing at business?” Let me reassure you straight away: Needing support does not mean you’re doing something wrong. In fact, it often means you’re ready to do something better. To read the full blog click the link below, or check out the blogs in our website. Do I Need a Coach or Mentor for My Business? - Just Fabulous https://share.google/REZQAYmOYog8PaET6 #confidencecoach #businessmentor #mindsetcoach
✨ Friday Mindset Musings and yes I've taken advantage of the AI style trend 😂 Another week done, and if I’m honest, it’s felt a little frantic in places. The run-up to Christmas has a way of piling on extra pressure and extra workload, doesn’t it? Before you ask… no, I’m not Christmas ready. I never have been the long-range planning type, and I suspect that’s not about to change now. There seems to be a lot of should-dos and must-dos floating around at this time of year, and it's tiring. That said, I’ve definitely embraced the festive spirit in my own way, local Christmas markets ✔️ Mince pies ✔️ And yes… the Baileys has already been opened ✔️ I've been busy preparing some exciting things to come in both life and business in 2026. And part of that has involved me finding more time at my laptop than I would like but I've had an awful lot of help thanks to Jonathan Gwyer fairly marvellous CIC for all the website additions this week. Today is Martins birthday, so we’re heading out for an early dinner, timing it perfectly before the grandchildren get too cranky. Life logistics at their finest. This morning also brought something I really value: informal networking, support and connection with a lovely group of therapists from Kent Wellness Connections Conversations flowed, ideas sparked ready to move us forward with purpose in 2026 😁 And speaking of collaboration… I’ve teamed up with the wonderful Tracy Fensome to bring you something very special in April. An event rooted in less hustle, more joy, deeper connection and real clarity. We’ll be sharing more early in the new year and trust me, this is one you won’t want to miss. With just six sleeps to Christmas, I suppose it’s time for me to turn my attention to wrapping, organising and festive prep. But here’s today’s gentle reminder Christmas is a time of giving and that includes giving to yourself. You don’t have to sacrifice your sanity to make everything magical. 💫Give freely what you can. 💫Keep some headspace just for you. 💫Allow moments of stillness. Focus on the magic, rather than trying to be the magician, pulling rabbits out of hats while juggling all the balls 🎄✨ Debbie xo
You’ve done the work this year. You started the healthier lifestyle. You journaled. You practised positive thinking. You read the books, listened to the podcasts, repeated the affirmations. And yet by lunchtime you’re holding your breath again. Relying on coffee to get through the afternoon. Feeling overwhelm quietly creep back in. You have good days. Bad days. And days where you’re simply surviving. It’s exhausting. And to make it worse, it looks like everyone else is smashing life while you’re wondering what’s wrong with you. I want to be very clear here ✨ You are not broken. ✨ No one is thriving 100% of the time. The difference isn’t that some people work harder on themselves. It’s that they’ve changed what’s happening beneath the surface. If your subconscious is still running outdated programmes, guilt, shame, fear, “not good enough” then no amount of journaling or positive thinking can fully override them. Those old patterns were created to keep you safe. But now they’re shaping your reactions, your confidence, your energy… and quietly blocking opportunities you can’t even see yet. Journaling, vision boards, awareness, they all help. But for many people, there’s still a missing piece. That’s where my 3-session Control System programme comes in. We gently and safely communicate with the subconscious “crew member” running these outdated patterns not to fight it, but to understand it. With kindness, compassion and clarity, we help it: ✨ release what no longer serves you ✨ rewire those neural pathways ✨ and take on a new, positive role instead It may sound a little woo… but it’s grounded in neuroscience and how the brain actually creates change. If you’ve tried everything and still feel stuck. If anxiety feels like your default setting. If you’re tired of just surviving 💬 Let’s chat. You don’t have to carry this into another year. You could step into 2026 as a calmer, clearer, more confident version of you. Debbie xo
🌿 Friday Mindset Musings Why December Feels Louder Emotionally If you’ve found yourself feeling a little more sensitive, reactive, teary, or short-tempered lately, you’re not imagining it and you’re not failing at coping. December has a way of compressing a whole year’s worth of emotions into a few short weeks. The weather suddenly gets colder, the days are really short and though Christmas should feel magical, for some its also a lot of extra work. We’re tired. Our nervous systems are already stretched. And then we layer on family dynamics, expectations, memories, finances, social pressure and the unspoken idea that we should all be feeling joyful and grateful. Old roles can quietly resurface around family. Unresolved dynamics get activated. And when our capacity is low, emotions sit much closer to the surface. That doesn’t mean anything has gone wrong. It means your system is responding to load, not weakness. This time of year asks a lot of us, often without much space to pause or process. So if emotions feel louder than usual, try being kind to yourself. You don’t need to hold it all together. You don’t need to react perfectly. You don’t need to fix anyone else. Gentleness is a strength. Rest is not indulgent. And responding softly to yourself can change the tone of everything else. People pleasers are so wrapped up in trying to make everyone else's Christmas go smoothly they burn out. Remember you can so no. You don’t have to be the hostess with the mostest this year. Its okay to have a chilled Christmas hunkering down at home or equally okay to party right through the Christmas period. Today Martin and I had a day off. Our work life balance hasn’t been great and we are frazzled, so off to the Christmas markets we went with the grandkids and we joined in all the fun of the fair. Sometimes you just need to let your inner child out to play. So my message to you is Be kind to your nervous system this weekend 🤍 It’s been carrying a lot. Debbie xo
Social anxiety & networking as a therapist? You’re not alone. Therapists are incredible at holding space for others… but talking about yourself and what you do can feel deeply uncomfortable. It’s not because you’re not confident. It’s because your nervous system is wired for service, not self-promotion. It's time to reframe those thoughts. Talking about your work isn’t bragging. It’s how the clients who need you… find you. Here are 3 gentle strategies to help you step into any room in person or online with confidence: 1️⃣ Lead with your purpose, not your job title Job titles close conversations. Purpose opens them. Try: “I help women release stress and feel safe in their bodies again.” 2️⃣ Micro-connections > working the room Therapists thrive in small, meaningful conversations. One warm introduction is more powerful than twenty rushed ones. 3️⃣ Your expertise is not ‘showing off’ Sharing what you know is service. Your future clients need clarity, not modesty. And when the anxiety surfaces? ✨ Breathe In: I am safe ✨ Breathe Out: My work is valuable ✨ Breathe In: Someone here needs what I offer You don’t need to be louder. You don’t need to be more extroverted. You just need to let yourself be seen. Therapists change lives, but only when people know you exist. If networking triggers you, you’re in the right place. I help women step into their confidence, speak with clarity, and build a business they’re proud of 💪 Debbie xo💚
Small tweaks to your existing treatments can make all the difference. Your hands are your superpower and when you combine skill with a little mindset mastery, the whole client experience is elevated. The difference between being a good therapist and becoming a fully booked, unforgettable therapist often comes down to recognising where the gaps are… and choosing to upgrade, refine, and refresh your skills regularly. Thank you, Chloe, for trusting us with your continuing professional development and for being an absolute A-star student. 🌿✨ #reflexologytraining #indianheadmassage #complementarytherapies
✨Every Therapist Needs Support at Some Point Running a therapy business can feel overwhelming, and having the right guidance can make all the difference. Strong support, clear direction and practical strategies help you grow with confidence instead of guessing your way through. What We Offer Our coaching and mentoring programmes are designed specifically for therapists. We blend industry knowledge, lived experience and mindset strategies to give you the tools you need to build a sustainable, successful business. Debbie and Amy bring decades of combined experience in Health, Wellness and Beauty. Both are fully qualified teachers with extensive backgrounds in education, business and client work. Debbie has been a therapist since the 80s, teaching since the early 90s, and is also a clinical hypnotherapist and mindset coach. Amy has grown up in the industry, managed a spa team, taught in private college and rebuilt a thriving clinic from scratch after relocating. Together, we bring business expertise, therapeutic insight, intuition and science-backed mindset techniques. We understand how hard it can be to start, to put yourself out there and to learn everything required to market and run a business effectively. We also know that therapists need support that is patient, practical and approachable. We offer packages and focused power sessions tailored to your needs. If you’re ready for a business and mindset boost, send us a message and let’s talk. #businessmentor #businessboost #mindsetcoach
🎄✨ ADVENT SPECIAL – BUY ONE, GET ONE FREE! ✨🎄 Dermaplaning + LED Light Therapy Training Bundle ABT-Accredited | Perfect for Busy Therapists Who Want to Uplevel Fast If you’ve been thinking about expanding your skincare services… this is your sign. For a limited time only, you can train in TWO of the most in-demand facial treatments and only pay for ONE. Yes, really. Your Christmas gift from us. 🎁💚 💎 Dermaplaning Training – ABT Accredited and 4T Medical Trainer approved. Learn one of the most requested, results-driven treatments that clients can’t get enough of. In this blended course you’ll master: ✨ The science behind dermaplaning ✨ Safe, precise use of the surgical scalpel ✨ Removing dead skin and peach fuzz ✨ Improving texture, tone & product absorption ✨ Reducing acne scarring, pigmentation & fine lines ✨ Full consultation, hygiene & aftercare Your clients will love the instant glow and you’ll love how easily this treatment increases revenue. 🔆 LED Light Therapy – ABT Accredited The perfect add-on for glowing, healthy skin You’ll learn how red, blue, green and near-infrared light work to: ✔ Reduce inflammation ✔ Boost collagen ✔ Clear acne-prone skin ✔ Support healing and rejuvenation It’s non-invasive, calming, and keeps clients returning again and again. 🎓 Get TWO courses for the Price of ONE 1-1 training available Online pre course study plus in person hands on workshops. 💥You’ll receive ABT-accredited certification in both Dermaplaning and LED Light Therapy fully insurable and ready to offer in your salon or clinic. Enquire now for 2026 dates ✨ @4t_medical_ltd
It’s the season for the best in skincare 🍂 Offer your clients one of the best & most popular facial treatments on the market - Microneedling collagen induction therapy 💉 Not only do we teach you facial methods- but scalp & body too! CLINICCARE Kent training providers ✔️ Ongoing support ✔️ Plenty of hands on training ✔️ Small groups or 1-1 training. Flexible New Year dates available happy to discuss your needs. Online home study plus in person hands on workshop. [email protected] Or message us for more info. @4t_medical_ltd
✨Friday Mindset Musings Your Final Chapter of 2025 ⭐ December always feels like the final chapter of a book we’ve been writing all year. Facebook keeps giving me little reminders of what I was doing this time last year, memories pop up, little snapshots of who we were this time last year. When I look back at mine, I’m always reminded not just of what I was doing, but of how I was feeling. The hopes I carried, the achievements I made, the things I was trying to overcome, the promises I made to myself that this year I would make changes. Every year has a beginning, a middle, and an end. Some chapters were beautiful. Some were messy, others were sad at times. Some taught us lessons we never asked for but probably needed. And now here we are in December. A month that can feel magical, stressful, joyful, overwhelming and exhausting, often all at once. For many of us, working mums this chapter includes: Lists to organise Questions about how to afford everything, family dynamics to juggle. The pressure to make everyone happy while quietly sliding ourselves to the bottom of the list And despite what the Christmas movies try to sell us, not every story wraps up with a perfect bow, a glowing tree, and a miraculous happy ending. Although I will still watch all the movies every year and love the magic of the stories. For most of us though that is unrealistic, life can feel a lot harder but here are my tips for handling this busy season. You can rewrite the narrative inside your own mind. We can’t control the behaviour of others or negative Nora’s comments, not other people’s moods, not their reactions or decisions. But we can choose our responses. We can set boundaries. We can decide what we say yes to and what we say no to. We can protect our peace without apology. This is your story. Your final chapter of 2025. And you are not here to play the victim in your own life. There is still time. Time to reflect, time to reset, time to close the year with courage, compassion and honesty. No, your December may not look like a Christmas special where everyone has a sudden change of heart. But you can end this chapter with self-kindness, with forgiveness for yourself, and with a renewed sense of direction. Because happiness isn’t something that others hand to you, It’s something you cultivate, nourish, and choose. So as we enter these last few weeks, ask yourself: How do I want this final chapter to feel? What do I want to release? What do I want to carry forward into 2026? You are the author of this story. Write an ending you can feel proud of. Much love Debbie xo
🌲On the 1st Day of Advent here is our new and upgraded fully accredited Advanced Massage Course 🌿 Deep Tissue Massage… Without the Burnout Train Smarter. Treat Better. Protect Your Hands. If you’re a therapist who LOVES helping clients ease their tense, tight muscles, but dreads the toll deep tissue work takes on your own body, this course is for you. Our Advanced Massage workshop teaching you some unique Deep Tissue techniques is designed with real therapists in mind. Therapists who want: ✨ Techniques that deliver powerful results ✨ Methods that protect hands, thumbs and wrists ✨ Confidence to work deeper without strain ✨ Happier clients who feel the difference immediately ✨ A longer, healthier career doing the work they love During this hands-on course, you’ll learn a blend of advanced, therapist-friendly techniques including: 💆♀️ Forearm and elbow work used safely and effectively 💆♂️ Body-weight leverage instead of force 👐 Precision methods that reach deep tension without pain 🔄 Flow sequences that feel incredible for clients 🛡️ Biomechanics that prevent strain and injuries Because great deep tissue work isn’t about pushing harder… It’s about working smarter, with skill, intention and technique. Your clients will feel the difference. Your body will thank you for it. 🎓 Perfect for: Massage therapists, sports massage therapists, beauty therapists, complementary therapists and anyone wanting to upgrade their skills and outcomes. Drop us a message and we will send you all the info 😁
🌿 Friday Mindset Musings Confidence – more complex than it looks This is a throw back picture of me speaking at an event wearing my glittery cloak of confidence. And this week I’ve been working with clients on their confidence – not because I’m confident at everything, but because I’m confident we can change perspective and break old thought patterns. Confidence isn’t a straight line. It wobbles. It dips. It comes and goes. What you see on the surface is rarely the full story. We weren’t born doubting ourselves. We cried, knowing our needs would be met. We took our first steps, fell over, got back up – and were cheered on for trying. Over time, comments, comparisons and “not quite good enough” moments can chip away at how we feel about ourselves. But nobody is naturally brilliant at everything. Confidence grows where we give it attention, practice and patience. Here’s the bit we often skip past: Confidence is rooted in self-care. If you’re exhausted, overwhelmed or running on empty, feeling confident is an uphill battle. So start small: ✨ Nourish your body ✨ Get proper rest ✨ Build tiny habits that support you ✨ Do one thing today that moves you a step forward Some days confidence is a roar. Other days it’s a quiet whisper: “I’m tired, but I’m still showing up.” On the days I don’t feel on my best game, I put on my cloak of confidence, get out there, and give it my best shot anyway. My gentle reminder to you this week is your opinion of you matters far more than anyone else’s. Keep going – one small step at a time. 💚 If you need a little help to feel more confident let's chat Debbie 💚 #MindsetMatters #confidence #selfcare
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🎁 BLACK FRIDAY WELLNESS OFFER Give Yourself the Gift of Calm This Season This time of year can feel heavy emotionally, mentally, and energetically. So, for Black Friday, I’m offering something special to support anyone who needs a little extra help navigating the colder days, dark nights and all the expectations surrounding holiday season. 🔥 Buy my 3-Session complete Mindset programme and get a 4th session FREE. That’s an additional session to help you plan and focus after we've changed your mindset and ditched those negative patterns. 🌿 I’m Debbie Allen The Thought Alchemist Helping You Think Better, Feel Better, Live Better As an Educator, Coach, Mentor, Clinical Hypnotist, Mindset Coach and Complementary Therapist, I support people who are struggling with: ✨ Constant anxiety ✨ Overthinking & overwhelm ✨ Negative thought loops ✨ Low mood or emotional exhaustion ✨ Procrastination that keeps you stuck For over 40 years I’ve been helping people create calm, confidence and clarity that lasts, real transformation that makes life easier, lighter and more manageable. If you know you need support before the season gets on top of you, this offer is for you. 💬 Book a free conversation 📍 Sessions available on Zoom or in person in Kent 📅 Black Friday offer valid for anyone with a call booked before 5th Dec Your mind is your most powerful tool. Let’s rewire it so it works for you, not against you. Drop me a message to secure your space. Debbie 🧡✨ #mentalhealthawareness #anxietycoach #confidencecoach
🔔 Is Your Internal Alarm Bell Constantly Ringing? Anxiety is the number one reason most clients come to me. It chips away at confidence, disrupts sleep, affects relationships and for many women, it starts to feel like part of their identity. Anxiety may be in the spotlight right now but it is not your whole story. It’s a natural emotion, one designed to keep you safe. It’s the internal crew member whose job is to ring the alarm when your house is on fire or to alert you to the fact you’ve got a 6am flight to catch. When it becomes a problem. The alarm starts going off all the time even when there’s no danger. Daily life becomes a series of emotional fire drills and it’s exhausting. What we don’t do is ignore it or numb it. The pharmaceutical industry have made millions trying that and it hasn't solved your problem it's created more. What we do instead is get to the root cause and retrain that overworked crew member so it can rest, and so your other emotional crew, joy, calm, confidence, excitement — can finally be heard again. ✨ Imagine waking up and scanning for what feels good, instead of searching for what could go wrong. ✨ Imagine turning the volume down on anxiety so it only steps in when it’s genuinely needed, e.g Bear attacks or tsunamis ✨ Imagine feeling more present, more balanced, more YOU. If your alarm bell is ringing non-stop, it’s time to switch it off, safely, gently, and effectively. 💬 Send me a message and let’s chat. You don’t have to live life on high alert. There is a better way and you deserve to feel it. Debbie 💚✨ #mentalhealthsupport #mindsetcoach #anxietycoach
✨ Friday Mindset Musings Coldest Friday of the year so far 🥶 and an early start for me meeting up with some lovely new wellbeing and business buddies in Maidstone, to support each other, collaborate and share good practice😁 The events of this week gave me an unexpected little mindset workout. You know those moments, something small lands in your world and gives you that tiny internal jolt. Not a meltdown or a spiral, just a “hmm… that didn’t feel great.” For me, it was a harmless bit of WhatsApp group banter that mentioned “red pen.” On the surface, no big deal. But it nudged an old memory, the kind that sits quietly in the body until something presses its button. And here’s the interesting part, instead of reacting how I might’ve years ago, I noticed it, breathed, reflected, and moved on. That’s growth. That’s mindset work in action. But it also reminded me of something powerful: Our early experiences shape us far more than we realise. A careless comment. A school report phrase. A tone that lands the wrong way. These things plant seeds that can keep showing up decades later, even when we think we’ve outgrown them. The gift in my little “red pen moment” was this: It made me even more conscious of the language we use with others, especially children, students, and clients. Before we critique, correct or offer guidance, we can choose to encourage first. A simple “well done” or “thank you for trying” can transform confidence. We are all doing our best, learning as we go, navigating life with our own invisible history. And if we can be the person who makes someone feel capable, supported, or proud of themselves… what a privilege that is. So my lesson this week wasn’t “must try harder.” It was this: Try harder to encourage. Try harder to offer more kindness than critique. Try harder to cheerlead, not just for others, but for myself too. Because life has enough critics. Let’s be the ones who create confidence instead. Have a beautiful weekend, Debbie 💚✨ Ps follow this week as we announce our black Friday deals to shake off the winter blues 😁
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⭐ This weeks Mindset Musings After a busy varied week and a revamp of my treatment room with some lovely new furniture (pics to follow when complete) the events of the week have reinforced my belief mindset is everything. There’s a beautiful old poem by Frederick Langbridge that says: “Two people look out through the same bars: One sees the mud, and one the stars.” Two people can face the same situation, the same challenge, even the same setback, yet walk away feeling completely different. One feels stuck. The other sees possibility. One feels the weight. The other senses the opportunity. Not because the problem changed but because their focus did. This week I’ve seen this play out with clients, students, and even with my own family. Different circumstances same choice: 🔸 Do I stare at what’s wrong? 🔸 Or do I look for what’s possible? This isn’t about pretending everything is perfect. It’s about choosing the perspective that helps you move forward rather than freeze in place. Your brain will always find evidence for whatever you look for. That’s how the RAS (Reticular Activating System) works it filters the world according to what you tell it is important. Tell it to find stress it will. Tell it to find hope, solutions, calm, it will find that too. So today, ask yourself gently: ✨ What am I looking at? The mud or the stars? ✨ What would shift if I moved my gaze just a little? ✨ What becomes possible when I choose a different lens? Wherever you are today, know this: You always have the power to shift your focus and when you do, the whole world softens, opens, and expands in front of you. Stars are there, even on the muddy days. Sometimes we just need a nudge to look up. If you are struggling with your mental health let's chat Debbie xo
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Do you feel like anxiety is playing the main character in your life story? I can help you with the solution. Anxiety is not your identity. It’s not who you are, but it may feel that way right now. The good news is anxiety is natural human emotion, just like joy, sadness, or love. Its job is to ring the alarm when you’re in danger to keep you safe. But sometimes, past experiences or trauma mean the alarm doesn’t switch off, leaving you stuck in a constant state of alert. And if you don’t deal with it, you’re making the decision to stay that way. That may sound harsh but there is another way. Maybe you’ve already reached out for help and felt let down… given medication that numbed rather than healed… or tried counselling that kept you digging at old wounds instead of breaking the cycle. You may have techniques that help you get through the day but distraction only lasts so long. You can’t outrun negative emotions they’ll find you at 3am. Living in constant anxiety affects every part of your life. I work with people who feel like anxiety has taken over. Who wake up with dread in their stomach. Who get overwhelmed easily because they’re already running on empty. Who never feel truly happy, because anxiety is always sitting on their shoulders. ✨ But it doesn’t have to stay that way. If you want to dial your anxiety right down, feel calmer, and wake up genuinely looking forward to your day let’s chat. Your new chapter starts with one conversation. #mindset #mindcoach
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If you missed the summer edition of Salonpreneur Magazine and Debbie's article From Overwhelmed to Empowered you can download the PDF version here 👇
