The Prelude to Winter

The Prelude to Winter

At the end of winter, we put the puffer jackets away, spot ducklings in the rivers, and breathe a sigh of relief, knowing that soon we’ll have warmer days. Spring brings its ‘new life’ and bright colours, then all of a sudden, summer is upon us. We try to head to the...
Te Whare Tapa Whā

Te Whare Tapa Whā

Te Whare Tapa Whā This kaupapa is guided by the teachings of Sir Mason Durie and the model of Te Whare Tapa Whā. In this understanding of hauora, wellbeing is like a whare supported by four pou. Each pou represents a dimension of life that must stand strong for the...

It’s beginning to feel a lot like Enoughness

I’ve been having a fair few conversations recently about this time of year, what it means to different people, what can come up and how it can bring such a mix of emotions. For some it can include joy and excitement, for others ache or loneliness, it can be overwhelm...
Waimanako i te taha moana – Waimanako by the Sea

Waimanako i te taha moana – Waimanako by the Sea

As I look out to the sea, my eyes are blinded by blue. The bottom of my line of sight is framed with green trees, and I can almost taste the saltiness of the seaspray. I turn my head slightly to the left, and just out of the corner of my eye, I see movement. My ears...