It’s independent and online, and it ticks all the boxes for your next book club. Bookety Book Books launched in mid-August, a thrill for owner Mandy Myles who, like most of us, enjoys the experience that a physical book has to offer. When her shipment of books
Now more than ever, mindfulness and mind management are crucial elements for a happy, healthy and successful life. How we care for ourselves, and how we react to difficult situations in life, will determine how stress affects our overall health, wellbeing and happiness. The key
Spotlight has provided free sewing patterns for reusable masks, available for download here. The two different styles also include instructional videos. And if you're after ear-savers for added wearer comfort, you can check out a DIY project guide here. CEO of Spotlight Quentin Gracanin said
Edited extract from Thriving Mind: How to Cultivate a Good Life (Wiley) by Dr Jenny Brockis. Now available at all good bookstores and online at drjennybrockis.com. Do you know what your purpose is? What is it that has you bouncing out of bed in the
Why does one person say it’s good and another says it’s not? Why do you think the idea has legs and another says it is doomed? Why do you see red when another lets it go?We all have different ways of seeing things but do
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Children at South Auckland schools are learning to grow and maintain fruit and vegetable gardens through OKE's 'Growing a Future' initiative.OKE 'Chief Go Getter' Paul Dickson founded the initiative to empower children to grow their food sustainability. Dole New Zealand supports OKE with financial support
When we entered the Covid-19 lockdown on March 25, many New Zealanders threw themselves into new hobbies. New research from the University of Auckland reveals why, and raises the question of whether we’re likely to maintain these pursuits in post-lockdown life, writes Leanne Comer.Sourdough bread.
Practice social distancing in style with this selection of practical yet aesthetically pleasing face masks.Please note that these masks are not medical grade, and should be washed after use. They don't guarantee your safety against coronavirus, however as we know, wearing a face mask can
New research co-led by a Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington researcher shows that while more than two-thirds of high school-aged New Zealanders reported good wellbeing, an increasing number of students are reporting high levels of distress. Findings show that while more than two-thirds of students
