Temple Update – Completion Ceremony
Temple Update Completion Ceremony From the 7th to the 9th of March I stepped away from the noise, the responsibilities and the constant movement of everyday life… and returned to the […]
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The Nature of The Untamed Mind
The Nature of The Untamed Mind During my three-day meditation retreat at the monastery, we listened to a beautiful teaching from a Sutta of the Buddha about the nature of the […]
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Revive Immunity Essential Oil
Revive Immunity Essential Oil As we move through seasonal changes, supporting our immune system naturally becomes so important for our overall wellbeing. One of my favourite wellness tools is the REVIVE […]
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Lamb & Vegetable Soup
Lamb & Vegetable Soup – Pot or slow cooker There’s something deeply comforting about a proper old-school lamb shank soup simmering away for hours. The kind that fogs up the windows […]
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Temple Update – 3 day Retreat
Temple Update with the 3 day Retreat From the 7th to the 9th of March I stepped away from the noise, the responsibilities and the constant movement of everyday life… and […]
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The 4 Types of Mangoes
The 4 Types of Mangoes Over the three days I stepped away from the noise of the outside world and entered into silence at the monastery. Three days of meditation.Three days […]
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Revive Energy Essential Oil
Revive Energy Essential Oil Sometimes life feels heavy and our energy dips without warning. That’s why this month, I want to share a tool that has been a true companion for […]
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Vietnamese Chicken Bún (Bún Gà Nướng)
Vietnamese Chicken Bún (Bún Gà Nướng) – Guest Recipe Serves: 2–3 This month’s recipe comes from guest contributor, Shae. With a love for Asian cuisine, she enjoys experimenting with fresh herbs […]
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The 4-Step Inner Compass: Self-Regulation Tool
The 4-Step Inner Compass: Self-Regulation Tool Step 1: Pause & Ground (2–3 minutes) Purpose: Interrupt reactive patterns and bring yourself into the present. Step 2: Name & Release (2–5 minutes) Purpose: […]
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Book Review: The Body Keeps the Score
The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk I just finished reading and listening to The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk and I feel like […]
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