Auckland

At the Epsom meeting there was some discussion about mindfulness, and we also practised a short exercise. On the Breast Cancer Network Australia website there were these suggestions too: Download the free Smiling Mind app for your smartphone or computer and try the mindfulness exercises. Search iTunes for free mindfulness podcasts, e.g. Zencast. YouTube has a wide selection of relaxation and mindfulness exercises. Check with your local council or community … Read More

Auckland members dusted off their hats pre-Melbourne Cup and wore them to the October meeting, where we welcomed Kerrin Osbourne from Kaus. Kerrin shared the story behind Kaus, which came to life because her mother could not find hats and scarves during her treatment that were both comfortable and stylish. In response, Kerrin decided to design some for her mum, and they proved so popular, a business began. All the … Read More

What a great turnout for our joint meeting with Look Good Feel Better and Sweet Louise. Luckily the sun was shining and everyone could soak up a bit of sun whilst they drank their cups of tea and nibbled on yummy healthy biscuits provided by “Good Bitches Baking”. Meanwhile the team of makeup artists from Look Good Feel Better were making preparations to transform everyone with their skills and have … Read More

[Best_Wordpress_Gallery id=”5″ gal_title=”Auckland meeting”] We were lucky to have Physiotherapist Michelle Gall (also a Clinical Pilates instructor) come and talk about the Pinc programmes and take us through some breathing and relaxation exercises. The Pinc and Steel Cancer Rehabilitation Trust has funding throughout the country to support access onto the programmes.  http://www.pincandsteel.com Michelle reassured that programmes are individualised and aimed at meeting your own goals, be that walking  the dog, … Read More

Creative juices were flowing at the July Auckland meeting where colours and patterns were carefully matched to make beautiful patchwork cards. Steph Hansen brilliantly co ordinated us all with everyone going home with very professional looking cards and the makings of a bookmark. Which Steph had prettily packaged in a gift box with a bonus chocolate. One member commented how much she enjoyed the focus and found it very calming. … Read More

We had a wonderful High Tea at the Wintergardens last month with 30+ members from all over Auckland meeting for a cup of tea, sandwiches and cakes. Despite competing for attention with a giant ‘corpse’ flower in the gardens, everyone managed to make their way to the cosy warmth of the Wintergarden pavilion. With special thanks to Kim and her team at the Wintergardens, Brian and his driving with Freedom … Read More

Aaran Church is a Service Provider and offers Reiki, Acupunture, Acupressure, EFT and Tai Chi. It was fantastic to have him along at the latest Auckland Meeting answering questions we had and sharing a wealth of knowledge. It was a lively meeting with much discussion and some time to try Tai Chi. We all had a good try even if we may not have been quite as flowing and graceful … Read More