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One of the things I love about travel is how it naturally makes us pay attention ๐ŸงกWhen everything is new, we notice the ...
06/09/2026

One of the things I love about travel is how it naturally makes us pay attention ๐Ÿงก

When everything is new, we notice the architecture, the sounds of the streets, the smells of the food and the small moments that might otherwise pass us by.

But back home, familiarity can cause us to stop noticing.

We eat while checking emails.
We listen to someone while already planning our response.
We walk while looking at our phones.
We finish one task and immediately think about the next.

Life becomes something we move through rather than something we fully experience.

Perhaps being present has very little to do with where we are and much more to do with ๐—ต๐—ผ๐˜„ ๐˜„๐—ฒ ๐—ฐ๐—ต๐—ผ๐—ผ๐˜€๐—ฒ ๐˜๐—ผ ๐—ฝ๐—ฎ๐˜† ๐—ฎ๐˜๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป.

๐Ÿ‘‰ This week, try leaving your phone in your pocket for ten minutes and simply notice the world around you.

You may discover that the world hasn't changed at all.

You've simply changed the way you're experiencing it.

๐Ÿ“ธ Photo from a previous trip to Japan.

A few more Vietnam pics to show you all what Iโ€™m up to. The food of course is a highlight and the sights weโ€™ve seen so f...
04/09/2026

A few more Vietnam pics to show you all what Iโ€™m up to. The food of course is a highlight and the sights weโ€™ve seen so far after a week here.

This month's Action for Happiness theme is Self-Care September.Vanessa King, Head of Psychology & Workplaces at Action f...
01/09/2026

This month's Action for Happiness theme is Self-Care September.

Vanessa King, Head of Psychology & Workplaces at Action for Happiness, explains that self-care actions aren't selfish; they're an investment in our long-term health and well-being ๐Ÿงก

Here are five ways you can start Self-Care September:

๐Ÿ”ธ Notice the things you do well, however small
๐Ÿ”ธ Let go of self-criticism and speak to yourself kindly
๐Ÿ”ธ Plan a fun or relaxing activity and make time for it
๐Ÿ”ธ Forgive yourself when things go wrong - everyone makes mistakes
๐Ÿ”ธ Focus on the basics: eat well, exercise and go to bed on time

Keep an eye on my posts and stories this month for simple ways you can look after you ๐Ÿ˜

*LAST DAY*Spring is the season of fresh starts, and what better way to reset than with $1,400+ worth of FREE health and ...
29/08/2026

*LAST DAY*

Spring is the season of fresh starts, and what better way to reset than with $1,400+ worth of FREE health and wellness resources?

Download online goodies from 17 expert practitioners, from low-carb and kick-sugar programmes to home workouts, hypnosis audios, self-care workbooks and more ๐ŸŒธ

Don't miss your chance to reset your body, mind and motivation this spring!

Download what you like - free.

https://www.whyweightacademy.com/spring-reset-giveaway-2026 ๐Ÿ’š

First day of travel in Hanoi. So humid it feels like a sauna when walking around.
29/08/2026

First day of travel in Hanoi. So humid it feels like a sauna when walking around.

Somewhere along the way, many of us learned that we need to earn our rest ๐Ÿ˜ฌ"I'll slow down once this project is finished...
28/08/2026

Somewhere along the way, many of us learned that we need to earn our rest ๐Ÿ˜ฌ

"I'll slow down once this project is finished."
"Things will calm down after this busy period."
"I'll take a break when everyone else is sorted."

Yet somehow, another project arrives, another deadline appears, another person needs our attentionโ€ฆ and recovery gets pushed further down the list.

But our nervous system doesn't work that way ๐Ÿงก

Recovery isn't a reward. It's a requirement.

๐Ÿ”ธ It might be a quiet walk without your phone.
๐Ÿ”ธ An early night.
๐Ÿ”ธ A coffee with a friend who fills your cup.
๐Ÿ”ธ Reading a book instead of doomscrolling.
๐Ÿ”ธ Saying no without explaining yourself.

It doesn't have to be a three-week holiday.

๐Ÿ‘‰ This weekend, why not schedule one thing into your calendar that is purely for recovery?

Protect it in the same way you would an important meeting.

You may find that investing in your own well-being doesn't take away from what you have to give - it increases it ๐Ÿ’›

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๐Ÿ“ธ Gilmour Studios - taken at the Waikato Waahine Collective Symposium ๐Ÿ™

I'm excited to share that I've been invited to contribute to an amazing event: the Ultimate Spring Reset Online Giveaway...
25/08/2026

I'm excited to share that I've been invited to contribute to an amazing event: the Ultimate Spring Reset Online Giveaway ๐ŸŒธ

This is a FREE online giveaway bringing together 17 health and wellness practitioners (including me!) who are passionate about helping you feel your best this spring.

Inside, you'll find over $1,400 worth of resources, from nutrition programmes and mini courses to mindset tools, fitness challenges and more.

Download what you like - free - for one week only.

I'll pop the link in the comments ๐Ÿ’š

๐Ÿค” When did rest become something we had to earn?As someone who works with healthcare professionals, leaders and carers, ...
24/08/2026

๐Ÿค” When did rest become something we had to earn?

As someone who works with healthcare professionals, leaders and carers, I see this often.

The people who are the most compassionate towards others are frequently the least compassionate towards themselves.

We wear being busy as a badge of honour.
We feel guilty when we rest.
We tell ourselves we'll recharge later.

But just as our muscles need time to recover after exercise, our minds and bodies need regular opportunities to reset.

Without recovery, stress becomes our normal, our patience shortens, our thinking becomes less clear, and we begin operating on empty.

And intentional recovery doesn't have to mean escaping your life.

It might be:
๐Ÿ”ธ Sitting in the sunshine for ten minutes
๐Ÿ”ธ Taking a quiet walk without your phone
๐Ÿ”ธ Saying no without explaining yourself
๐Ÿ”ธ Giving yourself permission to do one less thing today
๐Ÿ”ธ Spending time with someone who fills your cup

So here's your challenge this week ๐Ÿ‘‡

Schedule one thing into your calendar that is purely for recovery.

Then notice how you feel afterwards.

I'd love to know - what could intentional recovery look like for you this week?

21/08/2026

I love seeing the daffodils coming out. Remember to take in your surroundings. My next newsletter will focus on this.

I'm working with my friend Sheryl to give my followers some extra help if you are looking to feel better within yourself...
19/08/2026

I'm working with my friend Sheryl to give my followers some extra help if you are looking to feel better within yourself.

So if youโ€™re looking for a simple way to support healthy blood sugar levels, reduce cravings and feel more satisfied after meals, low carb eating can be a brilliant place to start. Itโ€™s not about eating less or giving up all your favourite foods - itโ€™s about making smarter choices that help your body work with you, not against you.

This FREE Low Carb Essentials Guide gives you everything you need to get started, including a meal plan, easy swaps for your favourite foods, a product guide, macro guide and delicious recipes.
Take the confusion out of low carb eating and get everything you need in one simple guide.

Link in the comments below

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