Holistic lifestyle. Imperfect parenting. Health from nature.
We come into regular contact with many people and organizations in our daily lives. We see the same people when we go out to eat, shop and exercise. But how many communities do we actually belong to? Are we surrounded by people but missing community? Is there a sense of community in … Read more
In an era when we are encouraged to “be ourselves” and “follow our hearts” and “do your own thing,” we almost never hear equal encouragement to consider how our actions may impact upon others. We are told we need a single-minded focus on pursuing our dreams and goals, and not to allow anything or anyone … Read more
“TD, can you please hang your towel up in the bathroom?” I asked my son. “Just a minute, Mum, till I finish what I’m doing.” Several minutes passed by. Siren noises came from the Lego pile. He was having a wonderful time telling a story with his Lego toys. I got busy with other things … Read more
Let’s face it. In Western society, the option to switch off is usually … not an option. In a culture that places productivity ahead of all other considerations, and making money is right up there with oxygen, downtime and switching off are just not popular concepts. We rush from one activity to the next, the … Read more
No matter how we look at it, words matter. They can lift us up or plummet us to the depths of despair in a single sentence. Community morale in the workplace is fragile. Words matter, and a word in season can soothe hurt feelings, lift others up, and even prevent major strife. NO EXPERTS … Read more
Do you feel tired a lot, for no apparent reason? Do you struggle to get a good night’s sleep? Have problems with hormonal imbalances? Do you frequently fall victim to colds and other contagious illnesses? Do you feel disillusioned with your life? Unenthusiastic about the next day? If any of this sounds like you, keep … Read more
Work. Love it or hate it, it’s an inevitable part of life for most of us. In fact, a working adult spends up to 75% of their waking hours at work. If you don’t love it, that’s a lot of time spent wishing you were somewhere else. But what if it could be different? What … Read more
If you work in an outdoor environment, you are at the mercy of whatever nature throws at you. Hot work can be dangerous, and employers can be reluctant to make allowances for extreme conditions. But there are some ways that you can tackle the heat and go home in one piece (hopefully!) Wear light coloured, … Read more