Mindfulness locally for a healthy mind
Hi Neighbours, did you know that over time, mindfulness meditation can increase cognition, memory and attention? It can also decrease emotional reactivity, stress, anxiety and depression
A seminar from Harvard Uni: explains
'How mindfulness can change your brain and improve your health' -
Click Read More to read the Harvard info
Or come and see what it is about with a small group for a gentle mindfulness session of ease and peace. Session includes gentle movement and relaxing simple meditation. Meadowbank Community Centre first Tuesday of the month 1 - 2.15pm. Bookings essential. Contact me.
First session free, then Koha welcome. Click Read More to find out more about what I do. I also offer one-on-one sessions and custom courses for groups.
www.everudkinmindfulness.co.nz...
Poll: Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝
There’s growing debate about whether New Zealand’s extended Christmas break (and the slowdown that comes with it) affects productivity.
Tracy Watkins has weighed in ... now it’s your turn. What’s your take? 🤔
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72.6% We work hard, we deserve a break!
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15.9% Hmm, maybe?
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11.5% Yes!
Some Choice News!
Many New Zealand gardens aren’t seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days — the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.
Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, who’s made it his mission to protect the monarch, his neighbours still get to enjoy these beautiful butterflies in their own backyards.
Thinking about planting something to invite more butterflies, bees, and birds into your garden?
Thanks for your mahi, Alan! We hope this brings a smile!
Brain Teaser of the Day 🧠✨ Can You Solve It? 🤔💬
How many balls of string does it take to reach the moon?
(Peter from Carterton kindly provided this head-scratcher ... thanks, Peter!)
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post and we'll post the answer in the comments below at 2pm on the day!
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