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Kansha, Cultivating Sincere Gratitude

Kansha, Cultivating Sincere Gratitude

The Japanese word “kansha”, deeply rooted in Buddhist philosophy, literally means “appreciation, gratitude” but on a metaphorical level it stands ...

3 Ways To Embrace Nostalgia & Why You Should

Are you familiar with this extraordinary feeling of nostalgia that washes over you while watching an old movie or listening to your grandpa's stori...

The multi-sensory experience of incense burning

Why is it that we have such few words in the dictionary to describe something as crucial and versatile as our sense of smell? All the aromas and sc...

Our Kin: Danee Bolan | Melbourne, Australia

If you’re ever in need of a skillful set of hands to make you feel like a million bucks, Danee Bolan should be your go-to. Sure, Danee will make ...

Learn to Heal and Grow With Kinstugi

The Japanese artform of Kintsugi celebrates the imperfections, frailties and asymmetry in the world. How can we take inspiration from this pra...

Our Kin: Amy Lea | Sunshine Coast, Queensland

Amy Lea is magnetic. You only have to watch Amy’s soul lead instagram videos, attend one of her online workshops or book a coveted 1:1 Human Desi...

Smells Like Childhood Nostalgia

What are the happy scents of your childhood? Is it the delicious smell of an apple pie baked by your grandma? Maybe it's the smell of a bonfire f...

Our Kin: Elle Steele | Melbourne, Australia

Paralympian, intuitive healer, coworking space owner, business success coach and more. Elle Steele shares her unique view of of the world includi...

How To: Pay Undivided Attention

When it comes to the topic of productivity, I often experience mixed feelings. Here's why: There's almost nothing as satisfying as crossing ...

Our Kin: Erin Laishley | Sydney, Australia

Erin Laishley is an accredited EFT Practitioner, life coach and mentor. In this journal she shares her story facing grief and loss and allowing i...

Let’s rewild ourselves!

Make yourself comfortable, maybe you can grab a cup of delicious tea, it’s time for a little read... “A walk in the woods walks the soul...

Our Kin: Cherie Clonan | Melbourne, Australia

Cherie Clonan is one of those people who simply makes you feel SO DAMN GOOD when you spend time in her presence (or, even, simply watch her stori...

The Power of Setting Intentions

I have a confession to make: I am terrible at sticking to new year's resolutions. In fact, I've been so bad at keeping up with them in the ...