A Warm Welcome
Hi, I’m Jo Olive, herbalist, natural health practitioner (with 20+ years’ experience), and a big believer in the power of simple, everyday self-care.
Over the years, I’ve seen how much pressure we can put on ourselves when it comes to health and healing. There’s so much noise online — remedies, quick fixes, miracle cures — but what really makes a difference is often the small, consistent things we do to take care of ourselves at home.
My Philosophy
I no longer offer one-to-one consultations, but I still have a deep passion for helping people reconnect with their wellbeing. That’s why I share self-care practices that are:
- Simple — no complicated routines or expensive equipment.
- Low-cost — things you can do at home without breaking the bank.
- Doable — gentle habits that fit around real life.
Instead of giving remedies that need individual guidance, I focus on practical, emotional, nutritional, and mindset self-care. It’s amazing how powerful these “small” things can be when we actually do them.
Why I Write
Like many of my readers, I didn’t find being healthy easy — in fact, that’s exactly why I became a practitioner.
Learning how to support my own body through endometriosis, kidney infections, and and more recently histamine overload issues taught me that self-care isn’t always simple — but it can be made easier.
Writing about my experiences — the hurdles I’ve faced and how I keep going — helps me stay accountable, and I hope it helps you feel less alone on your own journey too.
What You’ll Find Here
On my blog, you’ll discover:
- Free self-care challenges across four areas: practical routines, emotional “high vibe” practices, nutritional habits, and mindset/personal development. Each comes with a brief challenge summary “recipe” you can save or print.
- Regular routines like meal prep and decluttering, shared as repeatable monthly challenges.
- Personal updates on how I manage my own health, self-care ‘reports’ where I document my own selfcare journey (living with MCAS & SIBO) or provide real-life blueprints to overcome self-care challenges
And if you’d like extra support, my newsletter freebie will guide you in choosing and starting your first challenge.
Your Self-Care, Your Way
The challenges I share aren’t about giving you a one-size-fits-all routine. They’re here to help you experiment — to try different approaches just long enough to see what really works for you. Over time, you’ll build your own personalised “menu” of self-care practices that feel good, fit your lifestyle, and actually make a difference.
And when you’re ready for extra encouragement and accountability to stay consistent, the upcoming membership is here to support you — with structure, community, and a safe space to keep growing.
The Bigger Picture
My dream is to create a safe, supportive space where women can practice self-care together. For now, you’ll find plenty of free resources here to get started. And as this community grows, I’ll be sharing ways we can connect more closely and encourage each other along the way.
Because self-care doesn’t have to be complicated — and you don’t have to do it alone.
Start Here
When you’re ready to understand why self-care hasn’t always worked for you — and how to finally make it personal, effective, and sustainable — visit the Start Here page.
It explains how simple, consistent self-care habits can create real results, why your past efforts may have felt frustrating or short-lived, and how my approach can help you begin again with clarity and confidence.
You’ll also find the free Self-Care Start-Up Toolkit, designed to help you take what you’ve learned and turn it into gentle, practical action
Because it’s not always easy being healthy —
but it can be made simple.
Feeling ready to take that first step?
👉 Get My Free Toolkit & Begin with Ease
A toolkit designed to help you succeed right from the start
Joanne Oliver (H.Nr.Ir)
For over 25 years I studied and worked as a master Herbalist, Natural Health practitioner, medical Intuitive, Iridologist, Flower essence Therapist, Astrologer, Reflex Touch therapist and teacher, Spiritual Life Coach and Blogger.
I gave many talks to interested groups and therapists, including an infamous live ‘Green Smoothie’ Radio Talk!
Want to get to know me better? My Journey back to Health
The content shared on Make Self Care Simple is for general information and personal growth only.
I’m no longer working as a practitioner, and the ideas shared here are not medical advice or a substitute for professional care.
Everything you read here is designed to help you explore gentle, everyday self-care practices that support your overall well-being — but please always consult your qualified health professional before making any major changes to your lifestyle, diet, or treatment.
Your body is unique, and only you (with the right support) can decide what feels right for you.
©2025 Make Self Care Simple.