MINDFUL MUSINGS
Stepping Into Sound: The Beginning of Something Beautiful
Stepping Into Sound: The Beginning of Something Beautiful
Yoga Nidra for the Nervous System: A Path to Calm and Restorative Healing
Becoming a mother is one of the most profound transitions a person can experience. It’s a radical shift—not only in our daily lives but in our identity, our relationships, our priorities, and yes, our bodies. And yet, amidst the sleep deprivation, hormonal fluctuations, emotional highs and lows, and the steep learning curve of parenthood, we’re bombarded with one toxic message:
“Bounce back.”
Rebuilding Trust with Your Body: Reconnecting with Hunger Cues in Eating Disorder Recovery
Rebuilding Trust with Your Body: Reconnecting with Hunger Cues in Eating Disorder Recovery
You Are Enough, Exactly As You Are: Navigating Postpartum Body Image and Disordered Eating in a Toxic “Bounce Back” Culture
Becoming a mother is one of the most profound transitions a person can experience. It’s a radical shift—not only in our daily lives but in our identity, our relationships, our priorities, and yes, our bodies. And yet, amidst the sleep deprivation, hormonal fluctuations, emotional highs and lows, and the steep learning curve of parenthood, we’re bombarded with one toxic message:
“Bounce back.”
Finding Your True Self Beyond Body Image
Finding Your True Self Beyond Body Image
Many people with eating disorders often struggle with a profound sense of disconnection from who they truly are. For some, self-worth becomes intricately tied to body image or eating habits, and over time, this can cause a person to feel as if they are nothing more than what they see in the mirror. When this happens, we lose sight of our true selves, focusing more on numbers, shapes, and labels than on the qualities that truly define us.
A Beautiful Pause: Reflections from the Rest & Restore Day Retreat
A Beautiful Pause: Reflections from the Rest & Restore Day Retreat
There is something sacred that happens when a group of women come together with a shared intention to rest, reflect, and reconnect. Last weekend’s Rest & Restore Day Retreat was a soul-nourishing reminder that slowing down isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity.
Book Review: Embrace Kids – A Must-Read for Every Caring Adult
Book Review: Embrace Kids – A Must-Read for Every Caring Adult
Compulsive Exercise: When Movement Becomes a Way to Control
Compulsive Exercise: When Movement Becomes a Way to Control
Exercise is often praised for its numerous benefits, from improving physical health to boosting mental well-being. However, for some people, exercise can become a way to control their bodies, emotions, or even their food intake. This behaviour is often referred to as compulsive exercise, and it can be a significant struggle for those living with it.
A Weekend of Rest, Connection, and Rejuvenation at Maruia Hot Springs
Sometimes, the most precious gift we can give ourselves is permission to pause. To step away from the never-ending to-do list, the busyness of daily life, and the constant pull of responsibility.
The Art of Rest: A Path to Deep Healing and Renewal
In a world that glorifies productivity, rest is often seen as something we must earn rather than a fundamental human need. We tell ourselves, I’ll rest when the work is done, but the work never truly ends. There’s always something more to do, something unfinished, something pressing for our attention. Yet, without intentional rest, we risk exhaustion—mentally, physically, and emotionally.
Finding Balance: The Power of My Self-Care Saturday Mornings
What Is Self-Care Saturday Morning?
It’s a few hours dedicated to me. Time to connect inward, recharge, and nourish my mind, body, and spirit.
Saturday morning became the ideal time—a moment in the week to down all the hats I wear and refill my cup so I could return to them feeling rejuvenated.