Aging gracefully is something many of us vow to do. But when it comes to our hair going grey, it can either be an emotional, confusing and confronting process or a wholehearted acceptance of who we have become. It’s an immensely personal choice and experience. It can also happen at any stage of life. Having […]
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Cervix. It isn’t a word that usually comes up in everyday conversation. But why is it difficult to talk about? Is it because we don’t have enough awareness? Or is it an uncomfy subject? I’d say it’s both. If you want to get right down to it, the cervix is a natural part of the
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For as long as I can remember, my parents, grandparents and other extended family members always had and used handkerchiefs. It was the done thing. But for some, the notion of a handkerchief is old-fashioned, unsanitary and socially unacceptable. Until about eight years ago, I would have agreed. My childhood recollections — or possibly trauma,
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It’s the beginning of another icy cold winter in the southern hemisphere. And in the wake of the flu vaccine being rationed in Australia, am I concerned? Not at all. Despite the increased demand, especially since we experienced one of the worst outbreaks of flu in 2017, and influenza, obviously, having the potential to turn
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As a non-coffee drinker living in a country that has a robust coffee culture, I often find it amusing how the odd eyebrow is raised when I ask for a cup of tea. I’ve always preferred to sip on a variety of refreshing, full-bodied, non-caffeinated herbal teas. Drinking tea is like a daily ritual for
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Everybody has a story. And everybody has their own unique expression of life. We come in many shapes, sizes and colours, and have different backgrounds, dietary requirements, opinions, learning abilities, and so on. Yet how is it that some producers and some suppliers, including those who have ethical and eco-friendly business practices, seem to be
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As someone who appreciates nature, a sense of space and community, living in the Dandenong Ranges fulfils these elements. It’s what I like to call ‘soultitude’. Growing up in the area, I was blessed to free range in my neighbourhood. The bush blocks were huge, some like a mini national park, and the roads generally
Recently, I wrote about the need to discuss the cervix in a healthier and more loving way in my “Let’s Talk About The Cervix” blog post, especially after having cervical dysplasia a few years ago. It was a wake-up call to really tune in to my cervix with conscious awareness and reconnect with myself. After all, the
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In many parts of the world, eye contact is regarded as being genuine and important when communicating with another. We feel seen, accepted and respected. Yet we don’t seem to do it as well or as often as we could. Do we allow technological gadgets and multitasking to distract us? Or are we scared of
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It’s September, and it’s Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month. Add to that how National Cervical Cancer Awareness Week is being held November 13–19, let’s talk about the cervix. After all, the cervix isn’t something that usually comes up in everyday conversation. But why is it difficult to talk about? Is it because we don’t have enough
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