The equinox: A moment of balance and possibility
The equinox marks a rare moment of perfect balance – when light and dark, day and night, stand as equals. It’s a pause in the rhythm of the seasons, inviting…
Holistic solutions for Chronic Low Back Pain
Chronic low back pain is a condition that affects many, often becoming a persistent part of daily life. Unlike acute pain, which is temporary, chronic pain lingers and can lead…
Preparing for Yoga: Spine Alignment Techniques
Preparing body and mind for Yoga: Unlocking deeper benefits Preparing your body for yoga is more than just a warm-up; it’s a crucial step in enhancing your practice and achieving…
Lessons from a double bassist
Last weekend, as rain hammered against the windows, I found myself cocooned on the sofa watching a Netflix documentary. I was not expecting to find myself reflecting on my own…
Heavy legs after sitting? Here’s why it matters
By Loulou James, inventor of the Buttafly, former physiotherapist and Spinal Health Specialist What’s in this article: • Understanding vascular compression • How sitting affects your legs • Warning signs…
Introducing the Buttafly Kneeling Stool
Here at HQ, we’re excited to present the Buttafly Kneeling Stool. With its unique Buttafly shape and an elegantly crafted central pedestal, this innovative design is lovingly handmade to provide…
The Art of Discernment
The benefit of having a team to call on is as much about having them reflect on what they see as it is about helping one adhere to intentions and…
Changing Lives for the Better
by Steve Adams When I was first introduced to Loulou, I was struck not only by her invention, the Buttafly, but the energy and enthusiasm she put into her business…
Running After a Sacrum Fracture: How the Buttafly Technique Helped Me Find My Way Back
After fracturing the base of my spine (my sacrum) in 2005, I genuinely thought my running days were over. At the time, it wasn’t just “a sore back”. It was…
The Effort of Thriving
It amazes me that anyone can thrive in these times without the support of some kind of mind-body-spirit practice. But are they really? I entertain this question alongside my experience…
Why Health Coaching Works
In the tricky time between Christmas and New Year, I got around to going through a pile of old notebooks. It’s a job that’s been waiting in the wings for…
Is Fear of Change Preventing Your Back Pain Getting Better?
The question is not as crazy as you might think. We can become so attached to our ideas about who we are and what we’re capable of that we unwittingly…