Welcome to Paula's Place
Take some well needed time out of the chaos and experience a calm and welcoming environment where you can gently tune in to your higher frequency, find and celebrate your authentic self, rebalance your energy through the ancient practice of Reiki and feel true connection with others.
My core purpose is helping people increase self-awareness, reduce stress and anxiety, overcome challenges and find a greater sense of balance, purpose, self-worth and connection.
I provide a number of well-being services and I'm happy to work with you to find your best fit.
Come on in and learn a bit more about me and what I do...
About
Paula
- Facilitator of women's groups and Reiki practitioner -
A few years ago, after dedicating 20 years to the Education sector, you could say I took a pause at the crossroads, hopped off the hamster wheel and finally listened to the gentle pulse of truth inside. Curiosity made me question the constant feeling of disconnect that kept me from being my true authentic self. I started to question what was essential, and the stories that were keeping me from prospering. Doors began to open as I explored new possibilities, stepped out of my comfort zone and joined a couple of women's groups. I soon realised the power of connection, and how empowering it is to be in such sacred spaces where you feel completely safe to be yourself, and to share your truth, no matter how vulnerable and scary that might seem. I'm now a trained Reiki practitioner, intuitive group facilitator, and after training with Attitudinal Healing International (AHI), I have gone on to mentor many upcoming AHI group facilitators. Through regularly engaging in women’s circles internationally, either facilitating or as a participant, I fully recognise the significance of women symbolically holding hands and nurturing each other in circle. I believe that by helping other women touch into their truth, I get closer to my own, fostering a sense of authenticity, purpose, connection and inner peace. After immigrating in 2022 from Australia, to a small village in Scotland, I have been developing my own women’s space, which I've simply called 'Paula's Place'. I'm determined to help women radiate, evolve and remember their power. I believe that our collective consciousness and sharing our 'yin' qualities helps others to stand in their power, feel connected and experience a greater sense of self-worth. I genuinely want to make a difference and help others. I've been told I have an innate ability to bring a sense of calmness, humour and empathy to my groups, which tells me I'm on the right path. I also want to ensure that everyone who would like to benefit from my services is able to do so, and shouldn't miss out due to monetary concerns. Therefore, I offer a sliding scale and/or gift exchange for a number of my services. Have a look at my offerings below for more information.
What I offer
Home Stay
Heal by Design Retreat
(for Women)
Book now
for 2024
At Paula's Place, I offer something a little different to your traditional B&B - you may well find yourself wanting to stay for longer!
I offer a place of peace and harmony. Be with the trees, turn off the technology and tune in to who you really are. A space to retreat and reconnect, leaving the trappings of 'busy-life' behind you.
Attitudinal Healing
Attitude is the single most important factor in determining whether we're happy or not.
Attitudinal Healing is based on the principle that it is not other people or situations that cause us to be upset. Rather, it is our own thoughts, attitudes, and judgments about those people and situations that cause our distress. Healing results occur when we concentrate on changing our own attitudes, rather than trying to change other people.
Reiki
Reiki (pronounced 'ray-key') is the unseen energy that flows through all living things and directly affects the quality of a person’s health. It has been part of the wisdom of many cultures since ancient times.
This life energy goes by many names: qi in China, ki in Japan, and prana in India. Science refers to it as biofield energy. When your life energy is low, it is more difficult to deal with stress; you may not sleep well, and you’re more susceptible to illness. When your life energy is strong, you feel strong, can more easily deal with stress, and are less likely to get sick. Reiki is a technique that increases a person’s supply of life energy.
Women's Groups
I am an experienced group facilitator and passionate about bringing women together in circle to experience the power of connection.
It’s time to activate your feminine power! For too long we women have danced to the tune of our 'disconnected' selves, overwhelmed by bouts of feeling we're not enough, guilt, fear, disillusionment, comparison and competition in a patriarchal system that often leaves us feeling inferior and unworthy. When we are forced to stop and become one with the breath there is a distant knowing, a sacred memory, a calling...
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
E G, Taynuilt Scotland
I’ve been to see Paula for regular Reiki sessions over the last 2 months. Paula’s approach is consistently professional and compassionate. She creates a warm, safe environment within which I can surrender to myself and the movement of energy. While each session is slightly different, depending on what I’m bringing to the table, the experience always feels nurturing to me.
Emma Grant
Mindfulness Coach www.heartfeltchange.co.uk
S J, Sydney Austraila
I enjoy the time and space and am learning and thinking a lot. Thinking about your previous quote about being “polished”, I feel comfortable in this space as I feel welcome and unjudged and therefore able to be there without having to put on a ‘polished’ front. I enjoy the group. I feel I can be me, I don’t feel pressure to have to say, or do, or be anything.
T M, Melbourne Australia
Thank you for holding space for me yesterday. I woke up feeling connected, heard, and free from painful grief this morning. I was able to process, and accept the truth that love is eternal, and death brings closure and relief. It's a completely different mindset to yesterday morning. I'm grateful I was able to speak my fears, and bring them to the surface so that light and energy could dissolve the dark heaviness. Thank you for allowing this, and being a catalyst for this unfolding. You allow me to speak my truth.
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