by Viv Kenchington | Sep 29, 2026 | Hypnotherapy
It’s good for me to remember, every so often, that lots of people coming to my website don’t have any prior knowledge of hypnotherapy, so if you’ve never experienced hypnotherapy before, you might be wondering what it actually involves. And what...
by Viv Kenchington | Aug 25, 2026 | autumn, Hypnotherapy, Inspirational Stuff
There’s something about the end of August that makes us pause. Perhaps it’s the lighter evenings getting shorter; for those with children, the thought of schedules speeding up. Or maybe it’s simply that feeling that summer is gently coming to an end and a new chapter...
by Viv Kenchington | Jul 6, 2026 | Hypnotherapy, Kids Club - The Calm Compass Club
It’s only about 2 weeks till Summer holidays start, I know my daughter is counting down the days! And for many children, the school holidays are a time of excitement, freedom and adventure. The pressure of homework disappears, alarm clocks are switched off, and...
by Viv Kenchington | Jun 19, 2026 | Uncategorized
As we approach the Summer Solstice, the longest day of the year, many of us find ourselves drawn to the light. The extra hours of sunshine encourage us outdoors. Gardens are in bloom, nature is thriving, and there is often a sense of energy and possibility in the air....
by Viv Kenchington | May 21, 2026 | Hypnotherapy, Inspirational Stuff, Nervous System Regulation
In recent years, there has been a growing awareness around the importance of “nervous system regulation” when it comes to mental and emotional wellbeing. More people are beginning to recognise that stress, anxiety, overwhelm and burnout are not simply problems of...
by Viv Kenchington | Apr 13, 2026 | Kids Club - The Calm Compass Club, What am I up to?
Why Join The Calm Compass Club? Parenting today often feels like a balancing act. Between busy schedules, school pressures, social expectations, and the constant noise of the world around us, many children are carrying more emotional weight than we realise. Worries...
by Viv Kenchington | Mar 23, 2026 | Uncategorized
I was sitting in the garden today, soaking up a bit of sun with a cup of tea in between clients, and I thought to myself there is a specific kind of magic that happens in late March. The air still carries a crisp reminder of winter, but the light has changed. It’s...
by Viv Kenchington | Feb 1, 2026 | Inspirational Stuff, What am I up to?
February often gets a bit of a “marmite” reputation. To some, it’s the tail end of a long, cold winter; to others, it’s the month of Valentine’s and pancakes. But if you look closely, if you really pause and observe—February is actually one of the most...
by Viv Kenchington | Jan 27, 2026 | Uncategorized
Welcome to The Calm Compass Club The Calm Compass Club was created at the intersection of two very important parts of my life: being a mum and being a hypnotherapist who has spent years supporting children and adults with anxiety, confidence, sleep, and emotional...
by Viv Kenchington | Nov 15, 2025 | Uncategorized
November is a month of contrast. It sits between the fiery brightness of autumn and the busy build-up to December, holding a quieter, more introspective energy. For many people, this shift into shorter days, colder weather, and a slower pace brings subtle emotional...
