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Plants, Plants, and Good Health 🌱

As the days get longer and we move into spring, it’s a perfect time to refresh our health routines. My sincere hope is that you exercise for your health—to keep your body strong, fit, and resilient and not to burn whatever treats you have eaten. Sometimes exercise includes losing weight, but even if the scales don’t budge, your body still benefits enormously from movement.So much of our energy gets spent worrying about how we look, what the scales say, and what that says about us. I do it ...

Out of Winter, Into Self-Compassion: How Kindness Helps You Lose Weight

As we move into spring and shake off the long winter slumber, many of us start thinking about refreshing our routines, shedding a few kilos, and getting back on track with healthy habits. The holiday season is behind us, but its indulgences linger in our routines, our bodies—and in our minds.Our busy lives and the myriad of issues we face can make sticking to exercise and eating plans feel impossible. Slip-ups happen. But here’s the secret to getting back on track: self-compassion.Choose Com...

Angry, Heartbroken, but Choosing to Act

I’m angry. Heartbroken. Overwhelmed.I’m furious at the way our government prioritises the economy over people, over the environment, over decency. I’m appalled by policies that leave vulnerable teenagers on the streets. I’m stunned by decisions that censor a schoolbook just because it contains six Māori words. I’m enraged by bills—Pay Equity, Fast Track, Regulatory, Treaty Principles—that feel like they trample fairness, care, and the future of this country.And beyond that, I can ...

We're Dead Without It!

Since starting as the Community Educator at Alzheimers Taranaki, I’ve learned so much about the brain — and honestly, it’s incredible.Did you know your brain has roughly as many neurons as there are stars in the sky? And each of those neurons connects with about 10,000 others. Mind-blowing, right?We all know the brain is vital — I mean, we’re literally not alive without it. But let’s take a moment to really appreciate how much it does for us.Your brain manages everything: your though...

Navigating Life's Curve Balls Finding Strength and Vitality Through Change

Life is full of transitions, curve balls – some we plan for, and others take us by surprise. Retirement, a health diagnosis, a change in relationship status – these moments can be unsettling, even disorienting. But they can also be powerful opportunities for growth, self-discovery, and renewal.This is where health coaching comes in. Health coaching is a partnership that supports you to take charge of your wellbeing in a way that fits your life. It’s not about quick fixes or rigid plans –...

Boost Your Winter Energy!

I've spent the summer building healthy habits and these have helped me maintain my energy, and I'm determined to keep them going this winter. While colder days bring challenges, staying focused on your goals is key. Recently, I've slipped back into some bad habits, but I'm ready to take charge and not let it become a bigger issue. Let's achieve our goals together.Here are some simple, effective strategies to maintain your healthy lifestyle. It's not new or rocket science, but they're easy to fol...