1506 days ago

One step to get out of 'meh'...

Eve from Eve Rudkin Mindfulness

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.

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10 minutes ago

Starting This Monday!

Marketing Co-Ordinator from Auckland Netball Centre

The New Years period is over, but the fun doesn't stop now!
Join us at St Johns for non-stop action with Netball Skills, MultiActivity, Combination, and Kokkino Cooking Holiday Programmes.
Spots are running out fast, get in now!
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3 days ago

Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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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3 days ago

Neighbourhood Challenge: Who Can Crack This One? ⛓️‍💥❔

The Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

What has a head but no brain?

Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!

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