813 days ago

Downsize to a Richer, Happier Life

Bruce McLaren Retirement Village

What do you want to do with your life? Would you like to travel, downsize, have more money and more free time? Do you ever feel like your stuff holds you back, but the thought of decluttering just seems too hard? If so, you’re not alone.

This is the first of a series of articles dedicated to helping you to downsize, declutter and rightsize your life, brought to you by Ryman Healthcare in conjunction with decluttering expert Peter Walsh.

When helping people to declutter, Peter never starts by focusing on the stuff itself. Every item in your home has a story, so the first step is to think about what that story is.

Maybe you’re thinking about downsizing as you approach retirement but still have all the artwork and toys and books that belonged to your now adult children, and don’t know what to do with them. Perhaps letting go of that old sports equipment means letting go of a vision you had of yourself that no longer fits who you are. Maybe you’re holding onto heirlooms you have no use for because you want to keep the memory of the person alive.

No matter what your situation is, it’s easier to declutter and downsize if you start by identifying the feelings that underlie your attachment to your stuff before tackling the stuff itself.

Click to read more.

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3 hours ago

Room for rent in Flat Bush

Joanne from Flat Bush

I have a new build home which has 3.5 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms and looking for a mature person to share my house with. You would have the second floor to yourself which includes your own bathroom. I am located in Flat Bush, East Auckland. Rent/week would be $315 including water, internet and power. (Based on fair usage) I have two cats so must like animals. If you’re interested please send me a message for more details😊

22 days ago

Poll: As a customer, what do you think about automation?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Press investigates the growing reliance on your unpaid labour.

Automation (or the “unpaid shift”) is often described as efficient ... but it tends to benefit employers more than consumers.

We want to know: What do you think about automation?
Are you for, or against?

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As a customer, what do you think about automation?
  • 9.3% For. Self-service is less frustrating and convenient.
    9.3% Complete
  • 43.7% I want to be able to choose.
    43.7% Complete
  • 47.1% Against. I want to deal with people.
    47.1% Complete
2464 votes
2 days ago

Assistance Dogs New Zealand

Pet Vets Manurewa from Pet Vets Manurewa

🐾🦮Pet Vets is proud to provide veterinary care to the Assistance Dogs in Auckland.
Assistance Dogs Trust provides purpose-trained Assistance Dogs to enrich the lives of New Zealanders living with a disability.

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