#2 The Holistic Digest - Longevity Boom, Toxic Tampons & Treetop Kookaburras
Your friendly guide to wellness wisdom, heartwarming stories, and the latest buzz in holistic health, delivered with a touch of warmth and humour.
Hello there, holistic-minded friend!
Can you believe it's already time for our second edition? First, a heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us for our in-person "Path to Calm" workshop. Your presence made it truly special! And for those who tuned into our online masterclass with Kimberly on the Chinese Medicine 5 Elements and how to apply them to Food, Nutrition & Energetics - wasn't it captivating? If you missed it, you can catch the replay here.
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Now, let's dive into what's brewing in the world of holistic health...
Hot off the Press: Holistic & Health headlines
🎉 Good news for our younger friends! Pill testing will be available at Schoolies on the Gold Coast, thanks to the forward-thinking QLD Government. Safety first, party second!
👩⚕️ NSW is still losing Doctors due to "outdated" award conditions and persistent ED staffing shortages
🧬 Hold onto your green smoothies, folks! The Longevity Movement is gaining serious momentum. Companies are offering tailored wellness programs and advanced health assessments to help us live longer, healthier lives.
🩸 Ladies, listen up! A UC Berkeley study found some uninvited guests in our tampons - toxic metals, including lead and arsenic, across various brands. Maybe it's time to explore some eco-friendly alternatives such as TOM organic or Moxie.
🔊 EQ, a new South Melbourne mindfulness facility, offers a unique way to unwind after a stressful day. With breathwork, light therapy, and a bathhouse, it's beating after-work drinks for relaxation!
🪡 Forget Botox! Facial acupuncture is the new anti-aging craze. For $250-$360, you can turn your face into a human pincushion and reduce wrinkles, balance facial symmetry, and get that natural glow. Keen to try? Lina is the expert.
🏊♂️ Olympic swimmers are sporting some funky bruises, and no, it's not from underwater boxing. It's cupping therapy! This ancient practice uses suction cups to boost blood flow and heal muscles.
🛁 Move over, free snacks! The hottest new corporate perk is... sound baths? Yep, companies are hiring sound therapists to "bathe" employees in relaxing sound waves. Apparently, gongs and singing bowls are the new team-building exercise.
“Sound therapy is a powerful group experience that can help reduce stress, increase creativity, help with burnout, enhance sleep and create a company culture that values wellbeing.”
Eureka Moments: Where Ancient Wisdom Meets Modern Science
🎵 Scientists have cracked the code on why music therapy hits all the right notes for depression. Turns out, enjoying the tunes is key. So dust off those guilty pleasure playlists – your secret love for cheesy 80s pop might just be the cure you need!
✨ Great news for Reiki enthusiasts! A review of clinical studies shows that Reiki is more effective than placebo in various health conditions and has broad potential as a complementary health therapy. It's a safe and gentle practice that activates the parasympathetic nervous system to heal body and mind. Curious? Why not experience the magic yourself? Check out our vetted Reiki practitioners
Reiki has potential for broader use in management of chronic health conditions, and possibly in postoperative recovery. It is being employed with good effect in some hospitals, cancer support centers, drug and alcohol rehabilitation centers, and in palliative care.
Healing Hugs: Stories That Warm the Soul
💪 Meet Theresa, the owner of Nuforma Pilates. She used Pilates to recover from major stomach cancer surgery. This practice not only helped save her life when she was in a dark place physically and mentally, but also empowered her to ditch the corporate world and set up Nuforma. Check out her full story, "Healing through Movement " for a dose of inspiration!
🧘♀️ From Skeptic to Believer: Yasmin Gower shares her journey into meditation, finding improved energy, focus, and peace of mind. Remember, start small and find what works for you!
🍷 One brave soul traded wine for acupuncture to quit binge drinking. After failing with self-help books, she turned to an acupuncture guru who declared her liver "erratic". A few needles later, she went from daily drinking to a six-week sobriety streak. Cheers to that!
“I didn’t experience the cravings I’d once had when trying to go cold turkey before. In fact, it seemed like my body had forgotten to crave booze altogether – something I could only attribute to acupuncture, as I hadn’t done anything else differently.”
👴 Ken Lunn, a former NHS IT manager, found solace in meditation after losing his wife to cancer in his 30s. At 60, he retired and pursued a master's in mindfulness, eventually becoming a meditation teacher. Now 68, he helps others cope with stress and mental health issues through weekly classes and supervision of trainee teachers.
Wellness Wisdom
🍵 Our friend Todd from Evolva is spilling the tea - literally! He's sharing his top three must-have teas for health and wellbeing:
Detox Dandy Chai: A nutrient-rich blend to detoxify the liver, heal the gut, and purify the blood. Perfect for a natural reset!
Meditation Chai: Lavender-based blend to calm the nervous system, promote restful sleep, and ease anxiety. Your new meditation companion!
Breathe Easy Chai: Featuring mullein, marshmallow root, and eucalyptus to soothe the respiratory system and combat cold and flu symptoms.
And psst... stick around for an exclusive discount for all readers in our Insider's Nook!
😴 Trouble sleeping? Bree Grant shares two Breathwork exercises that work wonders for falling asleep: the extended exhale and humming techniques.
Team Treasures: What's inspiring us lately
🌳 Helen has swapped the hustle of the Eastern Suburbs for the laid-back vibes of Avoca Beach! She's loving her new treetop corner, where chatty kookaburras serve as nature's alarm clock.
📚 Pauline's been diving into a mind-bending read: "Chronicle of the Future" by Paul Amadeus Dienach. This controversial book tells the tale of a man who, during a year-long coma in 1921, claims his consciousness travelled to the year 3906 A.D! It's a fascinating journey through humanity's potential future, from overpopulation struggles to Mars colonies. Intrigued? We can share with you a free PDF version - just ask :)
The Insider's Nook: Discounts & Offers from Our Circle
🫖 15% off Evolva teas with the code BODHI15
🌀 $20 off The SpinaReiki™Method training workshop
👯♀️ 10% off the Women’s festival Ember Gathering organised by the amazing ladies at Weird Women with the code EMBERCOLLAB10
✨ The lovely Eugenia in Bondi is offering 50% off her Breathwork & meditation sessions in September (discount is already applied on her Bodhi profile).
The Conscious Calendar: Your Guide to Mindful Meetups and Holistic Happenings
📅 Thu 12th Sep - Newtown: Join Papaya monthly health conversation on the topic of Menopause
📅 14-15 Sep - Katoomba: Work through your family dynamics during this two-day retreat
📅 Thu 19th Sep - Paddington: Experience the magic of Kirtan, the yogic practice of chanting mantras melodically to calm the mind and elevate the spirit.
📅 Fri 20th Sep - Freshwater: Join Bianca’s monthly women circle
📅 Tue 24th Sep - Marrickville: Learn how to harness your emotions during this immersive workshop
📅 Sat 21st Sep - Freshwater: Connect with yourself and other women under the full moon energy during a Cacao ceremony.
📅 Thu 26th Sep - Freshwater: Learn how to achieve hormonal balance and wellness beyond 40
📅 Fri 27th Sep - Avoca Beach: Bring your little ones to Family yoga.
📅 Fri 27th Sep - Marrickville: Follow the rhythmic cycles and go into a trance state at Gigi’s 5Rhythms dance session
📅 Sat 28th Sep - Newtown: Increase your sense of self acceptance by taking part in a 3 Circles Ritual
📅 Sat 5th Oct - Mosman: Access altered states of consciouness thanks to a guided psychedelic breathwork & sound journey
📅 Sun 6th Oct - Coogee: Find deep relaxation during Lisa’s upcoming 75mins long group Sound Bath. And if you’d prefer a private session, you can book one here.
📅 Sun 13th Oct - Dee Why: Unlock new codes of connection and healing through somatic exploration and bodywork
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Merry Medicine: Your Prescribed Dose of Giggles
Sending you a big, virtual hug for getting this far! We're tickled pink that you've read our newsletter. Feel free to spread the wellness love with your friends, family, or even that nice stranger at the farmers market. After all, sharing is caring!
With love, light, and a sprinkle of good-natured mischief.
Pauline, Helen & The Bodhi team
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