One step to get out of 'meh'...
The pandemic is having a huge toll on all of us - you might find you're stuck in a state of feeling 'meh', uninspired and stagnant.
We don't have the ability to influence the Covid situation - circumstances are beyond our control, which is a recipe for this state of being 'meh'.
However, research shows that "acceptance coping" results in significantly less distress during such times.
Importantly, acceptance isn't a passive process. It's not giving up. Rather, it's reminding ourselves "this is how things are right now". Psychologists call this helpful, active acceptance, as opposed to resigning acceptance.
Active acceptance is a key quality in mindfulness. Click Read More to find out more, I am a local registered mindfulness teacher.
Poll: 🗑️ Would you be keen to switch to a fortnightly rubbish collection, or do you prefer things as they are?
Aucklanders, our weekly rubbish collections are staying after councillors voted to scrap a proposed trial of fortnightly pick-ups.
We want to hear from you: would you be keen to switch to a fortnightly rubbish collection, or do you prefer things as they are?
Keen for the details? Read up about the scrapped collection trial here.
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82.4% Same!
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17.6% Would have liked to try something different
Wishing you all the best this Christmas
Hi Neighbours, Wishing you all the best this Christmas.
Kind wishes, Eve
Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD
The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’
If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.
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