Melissa Ambrosini is one super-inspiring woman and I was so stoked to be at her recent book tour in Adelaide (at the beautiful Brick and Mortar Creative in Norwood) and spend 5 minutes chatting with this beautiful soul! Melissa was totally in her element
A Silent Vipassana Meditation Retreat During Pregnancy
The idea of a Silent Vipassana meditation retreat has always been extremely intriguing to me. At 4am one morning this week I had the inspired idea to do my own silent retreat at home in these final moments of my pregnancy. I don’t know how long this retreat will last…
An Interview With Lola Berry + Happy Cookbook Giveaway
This week I was SO chuffed to have an interview with one of my idols in health and wellness Lola Berry! We met during her recent book tour and WOW she is one gorgeous, insanely talented and down-to-earth lady. Here’s what Australia’s leading nutritionist had to say during our recent chat…
A Buddhist Teaching | Understanding The Self-Cherishing Mind
I had a profound moment of awakening this week after attending a meditation class at the Matreiya Kadampa Buddhist Centre. I have had an intermittent meditation practise at home for the last decade, but this was the first formal class I had been to in almost 2 years. I felt so drawn to be…
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3 Ways I’ve Upped the ‘Magic Factor’ in My Life…
What is the Magic Factor? It’s the fire in your belly. It’s the drum beat of your heart, calling you to dance the dance of life. It’s the passion you feel when you’re doing something you love to do. It’s those moments of pure connection and joy that take your breath away. The magic factor is close enough to…
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The Power of a ‘Sacred Day’
I’ve discovered a new and wonderful thing. Do you want to know what it is? It’s called Sunday. Yes! Sunday! Simple, uncomplicated, beautiful, refreshing, healing, cleansing Sunday. Ahhh. Maybe it’s the changing seasons and the turn of summer to autumn in the Southern Hemisphere, or maybe I’ve been making self-care more of a priority than…
How To Reduce Stress in 11 Steps
I’m known to be a stress-head. It’s something I’ve felt embarrassed about from time to time – but you know what? I am who I am, and that’s ok! I’m still growing. I’ve managed to come to peace with stress over the years and discovered that stress isn’t all bad. A little bit of stress can help…
Yoga Practice for the Mind & Body
My journey into yoga began in 2001. I discovered the practice during year 12 (thanks to my older sis!) and found the extra clarity, peace and movement that yoga brought to my life was a God-send. I attended classes for many years, and yoga helped me to heal my body and my heart in so…