See the world through youthful eyes – Andrea Gabriela Gaisa
“If you’re feeling blue, try painting yourself a different colour.” Hannah Cheatem, Age 8.* This quote fits very well with the theme of my current exhibition at the Cocoon Gallery […]
Emotional containment and the benefits within
You might have noticed that every fortnight the Mail includes an article that is contributed by members of Mindful Margaret River. We thought that maybe it’s time for us to explain why […]
Talking and listening builds resilience
You might have noticed that every fortnight the Mail includes an article that is contributed by members of Mindful Margaret River. We thought that maybe it’s time for us to explain why […]
Self compassion: One of the most valuable gifts you can give
For many people the Christmas and holiday season is the highlight of the year! Time off work and school, good weather, social events and general frivolity. However, for others it’s […]
Why your story matters
Once upon a time, in 2012, a lady in her early 40’s arrived in Australia with her husband and her mum. She came from a city about 3,745km away, arriving […]
Small town living: The good, and the not so good
When someone asks me where I come from, I always reply: “I come from a small town in the North-West of France”. I usually pause and then add: “but nowhere […]
How to grow kindness in your own garden
The recipe for kindness and connection The ramblings of Peter Durey, a local, old, retired family doctor who has over the years, chosen to work in the country for two […]
Time to forgive and find peace
My story is about ownership, acknowledgement of failures, taking responsibility and surrendering weapons of defence. It’s about forgiveness, of myself and others, and the release this brings. It’s about ‘getting […]
A connected and resilient community
First published in the Augusta Margaret River Mail 1 October 2021 The Simple English Wikipedia defines ‘Community’ as “a group of living things sharing the same environment. They usually have […]
Self care isn’t selfish, it’s an act of love
I’ve experienced anxiety most of my life. As a child I often felt jittery nervousness, I had learning difficulties and found it difficult to sit still. As a teenager into […]
