Parenthood has taught me many things. Patience, unconditional love, that there is no one hungrier than a pre-schooler at bedtime, sneakers are not good sandpit shoes (gumboots are) and that masturbation is the best form of busy parent self-care. Before becoming a mum,...
Turia Pitt On Giving Yourself Permission To Be A Beginner
I taught Hakavai, my son, how to surf in Far North Queensland. (Yes, I know, there’s not really any waves there. Pipe down and keep reading will you?) The first time we went together the wind was onshore, frothing the meek, pallid waves into submission. I zip my son...
Allira Potter On Saying ‘No’ (And Taking A Few Risks)
The most common question my clients ask me is “how can I feel - and become - more empowered?” I didn’t realise it was such a common query among women until the question kept popping up. Looking up the meaning of empowerment, it's all centered around having the...
These Are The Best Meditation Apps Of 2024
Relaxing the mind, reducing stress and anxiety, and finding inner calm sound pretty good. But for a lot of people, taking the first steps to a regular meditation routine can be daunting. Uncertainty about how to even begin and feeling like your mind is too active to...
‘I’m a mum in my masturbation era. Here’s why you should be too’
We’ve all heard the adage about putting the oxygen mask on our face first, right?
Turia Pitt On Giving Yourself Permission To Be A Beginner
In the wise words of TP, stop being a d*ckhead to yourself.
Allira Potter On Saying ‘No’ (And Taking A Few Risks)
When it comes to feeling empowered, here are 5 simple tips that'll get you on the road to (happy) self-discovery.
These Are The Best Meditation Apps Of 2024
Feel like you don't have the time? Sessions can be as quick as three minutes.