Reintroduce sound to your life: Bellbird Hearing

We all know someone who needs to do something about their hearing. It could be a friend, or family member, and the signs can sometimes be obvious — turning the television volume up to higher than usual levels, asking you to speak up, or asking you for repeats. Unfortunately most people will delay seeking help […]

Boost your wellbeing

More than 1600 people across New Zealand have already pledged to take charge of their wellbeing and fundraise for a better mental health system. Part of Mindfulness Month, launched this August by the Mental Health Foundation in partnership with The Kindness Institute, the initiative encourages participants to prioritise a mindful moment during each day of […]

Feel good and relax

One of the best things you can do to improve your wellbeing is relax, from time to time. Relaxing for just five minutes periodically, or longer at times, will help diminish stress levels, and re-energise mind and body. Exercise also helps and it is possible to combine the two. Think about sitting down and relaxing […]

Get back to your best: Muscle People

Living and dealing with pain is something no one wants, but it is often a reality many have to face. If you are dealing with ongoing or acute pain, getting the right treatment, and expert advice is the first step in getting back to your best. Established in 1998, Muscle People has 24 years of […]

Passionate about listening: Hear Again

To be in a room surrounded by people but be cut off from the conversations around you is frustrating and upsetting, and can feel incredibly lonely. Hearing loss develops slowly and admitting to a hearing loss can be difficult. The good news is there’s help out there if you or someone you care about is […]

Flow community at its heart: Flow Wellbeing

Leading yoga practitioner and teacher Donna Farhi says yoga embraces the value of collaboration. She explains that “community is expressed in fostering a spirit of generosity, building equality and oneness.” At the opening of the new Flow Wellbeing Centre in 2021, Farhi reiterated her belief and passion for community. “Entering any of the studios feels […]