910 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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1 day ago

Zumba Classes - St Thomas's School

Claudia from Mission Bay

After 2 weeks break, we are back 🙌 Zumba is on tonight 7pm at St Thomas's School hall.

I can't wait to see you tonight 😍

Classes are every Wednesdays 7pm 💃


#zumbawclaudia #yourliferhythm #zumba #zumbafitness #zumbaclass #energy #joy

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10 hours ago

What's On: Eastern Table Tennis Club

Shane from Epsom

Table tennis club meets every Monday night at 7.30p.m. All welcome. Annual Adult Subscription FREE. School children FREE. For more information contact Bob ph. (021) 619 619.
Eastern Table Tennis Club
  • St. Thomas' School Hall
4 days ago

Poll: Would you want an unconventional funeral?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Funerals can cost as much as $22,000 and the planning can be stressful especially at a time when loved ones are grieving. Some New Zealanders are re-imagining funerals by making their own coffin or having a relaxed ceremony at home. Would you want a less traditional funeral? Share your thoughts below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

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Would you want an unconventional funeral?
  • 83.6% Yes
    83.6% Complete
  • 14.2% No
    14.2% Complete
  • 2.2% Other - I'll share below!
    2.2% Complete
1772 votes