A Few Of My Favourite Things
- anneke91
- 7 days ago
- 6 min read
Everything shared here is something I personally use and return to again and again. These are simple, supportive tools that help me move with more ease, regulate my nervous system, and care for my body in a way that feels kind, sustainable, and grounded in everyday life. Small changes, used consistently, really do add up.
Grounding & Movement Foundations
Toe Spacers
These are brilliant for gently re-educating the feet, improving alignment from the ground up, and often easing knee, hip, and back tension over time.
My personal favourite: MyFootFunction Toe Spacers. The kit comes with two levels (start with the softer set), plus a mini-course with exercises and fitting tips.
Follow this link to their website. https://bit.ly/47WZexh
Use code PERPETUALENERGY at checkout for a 10% discount.
Working with the body more personally
If foot health, alignment, or pain patterns feel like part of a bigger picture for you, we offer 1:1 Clinical and Rehabilitation Pilates sessions in Basingstoke focused on pain relief, injury rehabilitation, and rebuilding functional movement after setbacks or long-standing issues. Our team works closely with you around your personal goals—whether that’s recovering from injury, managing persistent pain, or learning how to move safely and confidently again. Our approach is pain-informed, trauma-aware, and grounded in functional, evidence-led movement.
Sessions can be booked via our website, or you’re welcome to get in touch if you’d like help deciding whether Pilates is the right starting point for you.
Grippy Socks
A small detail that makes a big difference, especially if you practise Pilates or yoga and want stability without gripping or overworking the feet. Grippy socks – can’t go wrong with these – they are fabulous.Follow this link to find my fav studio socks. https://amzn.to/4ng3bSj
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Yoga Mat
A supportive, planet-friendly mat that feels grounding underfoot and holds up beautifully to daily practice. Yoga Mat. Natural Rubber and Cork, completely biodegradable and planet friendly.
Nervous System, Release & Recovery
Many of the tools below work beautifully alongside deeper nervous system and energetic support. If you’re looking to address stress, overwhelm, pain patterns, or health challenges at a root level, neuro-training kinesiology sessions can be a powerful complement.
Breathing Aids
These are deceptively simple tools that can profoundly support nervous system regulation, rib mobility, and functional breathing patterns. Breathing aids – straw – those that know will know. I love this breathing straw with aromatherapy oil addition: https://amzn.to/3MJmp5D
Myofascial & Tension Release Tools
These tools are part of my regular self-care toolkit, helping release tension, support fascia, and bring the body back into balance. Accupressure Ball for tension relief, Foam roller for myofascial release.
Here is a link to a foam roller similar to the one pictured above. https://amzn.to/3JFwQG6
I prefer a harder acupressure ball. You get plastic and wooden varieties. Sizes I usually go for is either a 6cm for knees and 8cm for shoulders, glutes and back. Here is a link for some acupressure balls similar to the ones pictures above. https://amzn.to/4nj7koD
Accupressure Shakti mats is one of my favourite brands – https://amzn.to/3JQBhxQ. These mats greatly relieve back, neck and shoulder tension and is a great sleep aid.
Muscle & Pain Rub
This is one of those products you don’t realise you need until you try it—perfect for post-movement recovery, chronic pain or soothing niggles at the end of the day.
My favourite: 5Kind Arnica Ointment. https://amzn.to/4m1gNzE
Daily Self-Care Rituals
Natural Face Balm
A simple, skin-loving staple to reach for daily—beautifully nourishing without synthetic ingredients or excess packaging.
Natural face balm – just love this – natural product and packaging. https://amzn.to/48SW2BU
Bar Shampoo
An easy eco-swap that actually works, feels good to use, and makes your shower routine a little kinder to the planet.
Bar Shampoo – plastic free and fabulous – a better world one product at a time. Have tested so many of these but love this one. https://amzn.to/4oPLlWv
Internal Support & Resilience
NATURAL SUPPLEMENTS FOR HEALTH & WELLBEING
Daily Staples
These are my everyday non-negotiables—simple supplements that quietly but powerfully support energy, immunity, and overall wellbeing.
Since moving to the UK, I’ve upped my supplement game—especially Vitamin D, which is more bioavailable in spray form than tablets (Ilie et al., 2020).
Vitamin D Spray – lifts mood, supports immunity, aids bone health (best paired with Vitamin K).Find it here: https://amzn.to/46r7GUh
Vitamin C Spray – supports adrenal function, collagen production, and cellular repair.Find it here: https://amzn.to/3VCBSpg
Memory & Stress Support – Mushrooms
Medicinal mushrooms are incredible allies for modern life, supporting focus, stress resilience, and long-term nervous system health.
Adaptogens like Lion’s Mane, Cordyceps, and Reishi support memory, focus, stress regulation, and immunity (Sokół et al., 2023).
Lions Mane – find it here: https://amzn.to/46tDFDq
Cordyceps – find it here: https://amzn.to/45Syflg
Detoxification & Immune Support
Rather than extreme cleanses, these are gentle, accessible practices that support the body’s natural detoxification processes.
Daily life exposes us to toxins—from environmental stressors to the pace of modern living—and supporting the lymphatic system is key for overall vitality, immunity, and energy. Rather than harsh cleanses, I lean into gentle, supportive practices that work with the body.
My toolkit:
• Epsom salt baths https://amzn.to/4s1R8LCA deeply relaxing ritual that supports magnesium uptake, eases muscle tension, and encourages lymphatic flow—especially helpful when the body feels heavy or sluggish.
• Papaya seeds https://amzn.to/48UlIxOOften overlooked, these support digestive health and parasite balance, helping reduce internal toxic load and support gut resilience.
• Bentonite clay & Zeolite https://amzn.to/4oTdD2iPowerful natural binders that can help mop up toxins and heavy metals, supporting detox pathways when used mindfully and intermittently.
• Celery juice cleanse https://amzn.to/3MJiR3kA gentle way to support liver function, hydration, and mineral balance—particularly supportive for digestion and inflammation.
• Garlic capsules https://amzn.to/44stoGkA natural antimicrobial and immune ally, helpful for supporting gut health, circulation, and immune resilience.
• Magic Muti Tea Recipe(thumb fresh ginger grated, 1/4 tsp turmeric, 1/4 tsp cayenne, 1/4 tsp black pepper, slice of lemon, optional honey mixed into hot water)A warming, circulatory-supporting blend that I reach for at the first signs of a cold, sore throat, or when the immune system needs a little extra support.
Peri- & Menopause Support
This phase of life deserves care, education, and self-compassion—supporting hormones naturally can be both empowering and grounding.
A full article covers this in detail: https://www.perpetualenergy.org/post/menopause-naturally-self-love-during-life-s-transition
Coffee Replacement
A beautiful alternative to coffee that offers calm, focused energy without spiking the nervous system.
I can’t recommend Matcha tea enough—healthy energy without the jitters. I’ve written a full blog post on it: https://www.perpetualenergy.org/post/the-magic-of-matcha
Reflection & Learning
Great Reads
These books have deeply influenced how I view healing, awareness, and the connection between mind and body.
Molecules of EmotionAn exploration of how emotions are stored and communicated within the body, bridging science, consciousness, and healing. This book beautifully supports the understanding that our emotional lives are deeply intertwined with physical health.
Power vs Force A thought-provoking look at consciousness, integrity, and the difference between force-driven effort and true inner power. This is a powerful read for anyone interested in personal growth, healing, and living in greater alignment.
Dance of the Lion and the UnicornA reflective and symbolic exploration of balance, polarity, and inner integration. This book invites a deeper contemplation of masculine and feminine energies and the journey toward wholeness.
A Closing Reflection
At the heart of all of this is a simple reminder: wellbeing doesn’t need to be complicated. Small, thoughtful choices—made with awareness and consistency—can gently shift how we feel in our bodies and how we move through our days. These are tools I trust, return to, and genuinely enjoy using, not because they promise quick fixes, but because they support a more connected, compassionate relationship with the body. Take what resonates, move at your own pace, and remember that caring for yourself is never time wasted.
If You’d Like a Little More Support
If reading this has sparked a desire to feel more supported in your health and wellbeing, there are a few gentle ways to go deeper.
Neuro-Training Kinesiology Sessions These sessions support the body’s innate ability to self-regulate and heal, working with the nervous system, stress responses, emotional patterns, and physical symptoms. Many people find them helpful for ongoing pain, fatigue, hormonal imbalance, emotional overwhelm, or when things feel "stuck" despite doing all the right things.
Journey to Wellness – Eliminate Pain & Pathology (6-week programme) A simple, daily 15-minute practice designed to help you rebuild trust in your body, reduce pain patterns, and establish sustainable movement habits. This programme blends functional exercises, nervous system regulation, and holistic practices, and can be done from home at your own pace.
If you’re unsure what would suit you best, simply start with curiosity. Small steps, taken gently, are often the ones that create the most meaningful change.
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