WellBeing

Slow down, remember to breathe; feel your feet on the floor as you walk mindfully into this new year. Be grounded. If this past year has taught us anything, it is that we can’t control what is happening around us or the actions of those sharing this

Many of us treat joy like our mothers treat “the good silverware” — only brought out for special occasions. We “live for the weekend” and count down to special celebrations. But true, ongoing happiness is not found in these Hollywood moments, but rat

We all adopt roles depending on whom we are with. In my family I have a few roles: breakfast wrangler, poor joke purveyor (it’s a father’s responsibility), and IT guru (provided the technical insight required is no more than turning the device off an

For this study, researchers had middle-aged and older adults take part in a study between 1995 and 1996, 2004 and 2006 and then 2013 and 2014. On each occasion subjects reported on a range of positive emotions that they had experienced in the last 30

I was born on Latji Latji Country near the then-flowing waters of the Murray River in Victoria. As a child, when I wasn’t fishing for Murray River cod or dangling off rope swings, I roamed the bush out the back of our house, digging up oddly shaped g

In a study conducted in semi-rural Oregon, an area where limited access to healthcare is a common problem, subjects with chronic pain and depression received intensive instruction in mindfulness meditation and mindful hatha yoga over an eight-week pe

Spending time in nature is believed to be good for your mental health. A new twist on this, however, has come in a new study that used data collected from more than 18,000 people in 18 different countries. The researchers found to their surprise that

Valeriana officinalis (valerian) is a perennial flowering plant native to Europe and Asia with perfumed flowers in summer that attract many fly species. It has been used as a medicine at least since the times of the ancient Greeks and Romans, where i

Grapes (Vitis vinifera) are a type of fruit, actually berries, that grow in clusters of 15 to 300 and can be red, black, dark blue, yellow, green, orange or pink. White grapes are actually green and are derived from the purple grape, whereby the prod

Last year, as the country headed into the lockdown bubble, I found out I was pregnant. The news was a welcome reminder that, no matter what, life goes on, but even more than the effect of 2020’s shape-shifting antics, getting pregnant signalled huge

What inspired you to create Saba Organics skin body and haircare range? We wanted to empower those who care about their health through organics by connecting people to nature and its many benefits. Our objective was, and continues to be, making certi

As we age, are we destined to dodge harsh lighting and mirrors like vampires? Or are there ways to accept ageing so that we shine in the spotlight? If you’re skin-smart you can look attractive at all ages, sans filters and foundation. Sample these be

The holiday season can be a time to overindulge and expand the waistline. Whether it’s a homemade pavlova, a turkey stuffed with all the trimmings or duck-fat-glazed potatoes, it’s easy to overeat during the silly season. According to Nutrition Austr

Chilean-born, Gold Coast-based illustrator Constanza Goeppinger creates works that are as vibrant as they are stylish, in a tropical colour palette that is influenced by vintage fashion photography and the great outdoors. There is something playful y

Which types of seafood are sustainable? This is a question that is preoccupying a growing number of consumers. Over the years, interest in environmentally conscious fish choices has grown, and the sector is now big business. Restaurants, including so

Just a decade or two ago, although researchers were onto it, in public discussion the bacteria that live in your body were hardly spoken about in health terms, other than something that might need to be eliminated. Now, however, we know that your bac

Utter the word “sober” at a social event and you can almost guarantee head-turning, questioning looks. And who’s to blame your company? Drinking whenever the opportunity presents itself is so normalised that to decline seems somewhat suspect. Waving

Author Seth Godin said, “Optimism is the most important trait because it allows us to evolve our ideas, to improve our situation and to hope for a better tomorrow.” Humanity is on the cusp — in fact we’re deep in the middle — of a profound evolution.

Ever since Dolly Parton sang about tumbling out of bed and pouring herself a cup of ambition in the cult movie hit 9 to 5 we have been obsessed with optimising our morning routines. A myth has since emerged that dictates only the early risers among u

What a year twenty twenty was. Among conversations about homeschooling, panic buying, working from home, Zooming, career-pivoting madness, there was one thing I found myself talking about frequently with students and friends: loneliness. Busy modern

When it comes to losing weight and keeping it off, restrictive fad diets rarely result in sustained weight loss. According to a University of California Los Angeles review of 31 weight loss studies, 83 per cent of people who were studied for at least

Tania de Jong has a beautiful voice, not only in the melodious sense, but also in the message she shares. As a singer she has performed in numerous venues globally and released 12 albums (seven with her group Pot-Pourri and five solo efforts). De Jon

We’re in the wake of a pandemic, one that has tested even the most optimistic among us. Humankind is no stranger to cataclysmic events like bushfires, floods, droughts. We know war, devastation, heartache and struggle. Sadly, some of us are familiar

It’s hard to believe that less than two years ago I was so consumed with parenting issues that I could hardly function. One of our children was displaying significant behaviour problems at school and my husband and I were constantly arguing over our

The significance of a new social cycle that ignites Aries’ fire will become more obvious in February and find its feet in March. Twenty twenty-one is about new beginnings, a concept which is food for the Aries soul. Since the current social movers Ju

David Holmgren and partner Su get most of their food from 120 fruit and nut trees, chooks and goats on their one-hectare property in Hepburn Springs, Central Victoria. Passive solar design, solar power, wood heating, cold-storage cupboards, compostin

Natural materials, as close to their raw state as possible, age gracefully and add warmth and texture to a home. The feeling of sinking into a bed layered with sundried linen is akin to a relaxing holiday and the heady scent of sumptuous full-grain l

Age is a funny thing. As youngsters we’re impatient for those years to fast-forward: to experience that first day at big school, that first job, first kiss, first car or any number of things that will shape who we become. As years pass and we grow ol

In the hyper-connected world in which we live today, we often find ourselves dreaming of a long, lazy, beachside vacation while we’re in the midst of a mountain of paperwork and stress. But the harsh bite of reality, be it in the form of financial, w

Since the dawn of humankind there have been struggles and at times cataclysmic events that have tested the hearts and minds of the most optimistic who walk among us. Wars that ripped families apart and divided nations, devastating bushfires and droug

The internet has indisputably changed our lives. However, interacting with the world through LED-lit glass does come with risks, many of which we’re still coming to understand. Considering how much time we spend online, it’s wise to be informed of th

Twenty twenty. The year of new beginnings, or so it seemed. By now many of us are hoping that we wake up and 2020 was a mere dream, with no pandemic in sight. Unfortunately, it was real, very real. Life as we have been accustomed to appeared to vanis

We wake to find the sea awash with translucent jellyfish, as luminous as stars, cast adrift in the millions on a velvety, indigo tide. They swarm the sea off Fitzroy Island, clumsy and graceless in their great, jellyfish dance, bumping each other sof

organicspa has a range of certified organic moisturisers to suit every skin type. Luxuriously blended using the highest-quality botanicals and natural actives to hydrate, nourish and defend against fine lines. Now available online. Fitcover makes sur

Hemp Collective was founded by Maxine and Mike Shea, a familyrun Australian hemp business based near Byron Bay, NSW. We speak to Mike to find out more about their sustainable and ethical brand. Where do you grow your hemp? We grow our own hemp in ric

Relax. Rebalance. Revive. It’s no wonder that these terms form the foundations of the wellness retreat program at Elements of Byron. This luxurious resort acknowledges that everyone’s journey to wellness is different. Visitors are able to choose thei

How did Byron Bay Tea Company begin? As a naturopath and herbalist, I have always been interested in holistic health. And I am an avid tea drinker. In 2005, keen to turn the ritual of tea drinking into a modern-day practice, I started plucking herbs

When Pam and Martin Brook relocated their young family from Victoria to a run-down dairy farm in Byron Bay’s hinterland over 30 years ago, little did they know that a homemade cereal would lead to a line of supermarket staples — and help put the coas

I founded Ozganics in my regional NSW town of Murwillumbah in 1999. The impetus was triggered by several factors. Firstly, my son suffered food intolerances as a young child, forcing me to be an avid label reader. I was incredulous at the amount of e

Inspired by the pristine coastline and beautifully rampant hinterland of the Northern Rivers, Byron Bay Skincare was born in an attempt to mimic all of the good things this space has to offer. The Byron Bay Skincare story began in 2015 with a clear v

Located in beautiful Byron Bay, Brookfarm is Australia’s leading producer of premium-quality macadamia products such as muesli, granola, porridge, baby cereal, muesli bars, nut mixes, puffcorn, macadamia oils and more. Brookfarm’s passion is to produ

JAMILA RIZVI, PENGUIN The only non-parenting parenting book you need, The Motherhood is a compilation of honest, hilarious, raw and real accounts of becoming a new mother from some of Australia’s smartest and savviest women — think Zoë Foster Blake,

Food is rarely just the sum of ingredients found on a plate and the Ayubi family’s food is as much about story and heritage as it is about taste. Author Durkhanai Ayubi weaves tales of family, rituals, migration and belonging in his beautifully prese

Relax, rebalance and revive at Elements of Byron’s five-night self-guided wellness experience. This wellness package is no retreat as there is no strict program. You’re in control of your time. Participate in a range of activities or choose not to; t

Cacao Tanning Mousse by Eco Tan is a vegan and organic revolutionary formula designed to deliver a luxurious, golden glow the safe way. Did we mention multi-award-winning? W: ecotan.com.au Achieve a beautiful complexion with Herbalife Nutrition Vitam

Looking for natural ways to improve your wellness? Interested in a more fulfilling and balanced life? The best way to achieve overall happiness is through everyday decisions. Consistent positive choices can have a dramatic effect on your happiness an

The beauty world can be a confusing one to navigate, especially when there’s a new “miracle” supplement or product coming out every week. Do these products actually work? Are you better off supporting your external beauty by tending to your internal

Thai rice has been carefully selected and cultivated over the years, setting it apart from others. Rice cultivation has long been a part of Thai society and is grown with passion for the highest quality, which is one of the reasons for Thailand to be

In June last year, I witnessed something I thought I would only read about in the newspaper: a shark attack. They say you have more chance of getting struck by lightning than being attacked by a shark. I wasn’t attacked; however, my husband and I wer

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