Who is Louise Bugg?
Hi, I’m Louise, the heart behind The Seed of Change Wellbeing.
My journey into wellness began not just with movement, but with a calling — to help others reconnect with themselves, find stillness in a noisy world, and plant the seeds for deep and lasting change.
As a qualified Hatha Yoga teacher and Gong Sound Therapy practitioner, I blend ancient practices with modern life to create soulful spaces for healing and renewal. From dynamic fitness classes like Rockbox and Bodysculpt to deeply restorative sound baths and serene yoga sessions, my work is rooted in balance, authenticity, and compassion.
But more than titles, I’m a guide — walking alongside you, helping you pause, breathe, and rediscover your inner wisdom. Whether it’s through local events, seasonal gatherings, or my long-term dream of hosting retreats in Thailand, my intention remains the same:
To help you feel well, whole, and worthy of joy.
Let’s grow together — one breath, one movement, one moment at a time. 🌱
The Gratitude Garden - Yoga
The name Gratitude Garden bloomed from a deeply personal and spiritual experience during a transformative time in my life.
In June 2023, while completing my 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training, I committed to a daily meditation practice. For the first time in years, I allowed myself to slow down and fully connect—with my breath, my body, and the world around me. Every morning, I rose at 5 a.m. and stepped into our garden to practice yoga and meditate. The stillness of the early summer light, the birdsong, and the feeling of the earth beneath me created a sanctuary I hadn’t known I was missing.
One morning, as I sat in quiet reflection, I looked around the garden and was suddenly overwhelmed with gratitude — not just for the space itself, but for the freedom to be present within it. In that moment, memories of my dad surfaced. He had always found peace and joy in his garden. And in that silence, I felt his presence so clearly — like a whisper on the breeze, a gentle reminder that life is far more than what we can see or touch.
That morning marked a turning point. The garden became more than just a place — it became a symbol of growth, remembrance, connection, and gratitude.
Gratitude Garden was born from that feeling.
It’s not just a name. It’s an intention.
A space where we come together to tend to our inner worlds the way we might a real garden — with care, patience, and love.
Here, we grow stronger, softer, more present.
Here, we honour where we’ve come from and plant seeds for what’s to come.
My Mantra : Smile, Breathe and Go Slowly.
Sacred Sound : How My Gong Found Me.
My journey with sound healing began in 2023. I attended a Gong sound bath during my yoga teacher training. I didn’t quite know what to expect. But as the rich, resonant tones of the gong filled the space, some deep emotional overwhelm I was facing at the time shifted within me. The sound moved through my body in a way that bypassed thought — offering a sense of release and restoration I hadn’t known I needed. It was a moment of stillness, surrender, and healing that stayed with me long after the session ended.
In the months that followed, life brought challenges that required my full presence and emotional strength. During that time, my personal yoga, meditation, and sound practices became more than rituals—they became essential tools for staying grounded. Listening to gong sound baths in the quiet of the evening helped soothe my nervous system and offered a deep sense of calm and restoration.
Over time, I felt called to explore this healing modality more deeply. In early 2024, I trained as a Gong Practitioner, drawn by a desire to share the same sense of peace and transformation I had experienced myself. It felt like a natural continuation of the path I was already on—a way to offer others not just movement and mindfulness, but meaningful rest.
Today, I offer Sacred Sound sessions with presence, intention, and a deep respect for the healing power of vibration. Each session is an invitation to pause, soften, and reconnect with the deeper self. Whether you are navigating stress, seeking stillness, or simply longing to rest, sound offers a space where your body, mind, and spirit can gently realign.
In a world that often moves too fast and demands too much, gong baths offer a sacred pause. They’re a chance to simply be, to tune in, and to reconnect with your own inner rhythm.
That’s why I share this practice — because I believe in its power to heal, to soothe, and to transform.
No prior experience is needed—just a willingness to receive.
Why Tarot Became Part Of My Teaching
The Seed of Change was never created to be just one thing.
From the beginning, it has been about creating space - space to pause, listen, soften and reconnect with what is true beneath the noise of everyday life.
As my work evolved through movement, breath, sound and ritual, something became increasingly clear: people didn’t just need practices to do - they needed permission to listen.
Tarot arrived not as a new direction, but as a natural extension of everything The Seed of Change stands for.
Tarot, when held with integrity, is not about prediction or fortune telling. It is a reflective tool - one that helps translate inner knowing into language, symbol and insight. Much like yoga, sound or ritual it works beneath logic, inviting awareness rather than answers.
What felt deeply aligned for me was how tarot creates a bridge between awareness and action.
So often, transformation stalls not because people don’t know what to do - but because they can’t quite carry what they’re feeling, sensing or carrying. Tarot gives form to that subtle layer. It allows what is unconscious to be gently seen, acknowledged and met with compassion.
In readings, I witnessed something familiar from my other work: the moment someone recognises themselves in the reflection- the softening, the relief, the quiet clarity.
Tarot supports the same process that sits at the heart of The Seed of Change: slowing down, turning inward, recognising patterns, choosing consciously, moving forward with trust. It doesn’t take power away - it returns it.
This is why ‘Soul Seed Tarot’ sits within The Seed of Change. Not as something separate, but as another way of planting insight, nurturing awareness, and supporting embodied self led transformation.
The cards don’t tell your story. They help you hear it.
Testimonials
Louise’s yoga classes are a warm and welcoming place, whether you are a yoga newbie like me or more experienced, with different options for the less flexible among us. The atmosphere is friendly and calm, with lots of personal touches to help create a sense of mindfulness. A perfect way to start the day! 🥰….Glenys
I've been joining Louise for yoga now for about a year. I really look forward to the class. Louise is a beautiful person and you feel this during her sessions. Each week is different, so you have many experiences. This is time for me & my wellbeing, I'm completely chilled after the class. 🥰… Janette
I had my tarot cards read by Louise last night, having not had a reading before I was a little nervous as I didn’t know what to expect. Louise explained at the start of our session what she would be doing, and explained a little about the cards and how they work. She made me feel so at ease and proceeded to read my own unique reading. It was so poignant for me, it was like the story I needed to be told to progress with the doubts in my head. So for me, it’s clarity and helping me see the way I need to further myself. Thank you Lou ⭐…Michelle B
Louise's yoga classes are ZEN personified. All welcomed, whether it's your first ever yoga class or you're more bendy than a pipe cleaner. She teaches with passion and conviction that yoga is for everyone and everyone needs yoga to be the happiest truest version of themselves. Every class is beautifully different but always finishes listening to her voice, drifting off into the deepest relaxation - truly food for mind body and soul. 🥰.. Jo
Rockbox has been a massive part of my wellbeing for six or seven years now. Part conditioning and part cardio its a blast! The drum sticks aren’t a gimmick…they create resistance and rhythm, and when you’re living your best life with other like minded people, its magic. Not many fitness professionals teach this class locally, so i feel privileged to be in Lou’ group, I walk away hot, sweaty and happy. I will never tire of this opportunity to move and enjoy myself ….🤘🎸🥢…Lucy B
Louise’s yoga classes have given me the calmness I needed. It helped me forget the anger and move past it to focus on now. Louise is patient, empathetic and passionate about making each class work for you. I love my Tuesday mornings now! …❤😊💕… Angela
Great tarot reading with Louise tonight. It met me exactly where I was at and gave me the time to go over what was already present in my life. Now I have the opportunity to reflect and take onboard what was said and talked about…..😊 Maggie
Wow… wasn’t sure what to expect from my reading as I didn’t give much away . But the reading was incredible . All made so much sense and all connected very well. Was actually a bit blown away. It was very in depth and interesting and Louise explained everything so well. Looking forward to seeing where this takes me and having a follow up too. Thanks Lou 😍. X -Alaine 💕
I love a sound bath! As you lie down and relax, you’re bathed in the beautiful resonant sounds of the gong.The sound premotes deep relaxation and sometimes a well needed emotional release. I always feel refreshed and calm afterwards.Louise puts so much effort into her monthly sound baths. Each one having a different focus and they sometimes have added extras - strawberries, a violin on the beach, fluid movement to music, voice alchemy. I am looking forward to the special one in November😊....Angela
I hesitantly tried one of Louise’s yoga classes earlier in the year. I am in my late 60’s and haven’t practiced yoga since my 30’s. Louise mad me feel very welcome. The class is mixed ability. There is no pressure to go beyond your comfort zone as Louise suggests alternative postures. Louise’s positivity and explanations make the class really enjoyable. I feel stronger in both body and mind and now try and do 2 classes a week, My advice…..if in doubt try one of her classes… you won’t be disappointed.💖 Jean
I had a tarot reading with Louise which was amazing! I sent an initial question over for a sense of what I wanted from the reading, and Louise more than delivered! It was both magical and emotional in the best way! It validated feelings I had been having and gave me hope for the future. Louise is such a wonderful human she was brilliant, she was so passionate about the whole thing which made the experience all the better! I would 100% recommend. 😍 Jenny N.
I go to Louise’s Rockbox classes. Exercising with drumtick’s is fun and suitable for all abilities especially as it’s interval training so lots of breaks! And as usual Louise brings her energy, passion and enthusiasm.🤘🎸🥢…Angela
Lou’s yoga class offers the perfect balance of movement, mindful breathing and relaxation. Lou offers clear guidance for each move and provides adaptions to suit all levels. The friendly welcoming class makes it easy to unwind and reconnect with your body. Tuesday morning in The Gratitude Garden out in the elements just adds another dimension to an enjoyable hour. Highly recommended for anyone seeking physical and mental refreshment. Everyone deserves some ME time💕…..Sarah
I decided to have tarot with Lou because this skill is another branch of her ever growing positivi-tree. Her passion draws me to her events. My reading was very thorough and accurate and offered good advice. - Kate J ✨
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