One reason I see women struggle to prioritise self-care is because they’re looking at it backwards. Most women know they should prioritise it, but are often so depleted, it's hard to start.
That’s because they’re looking at is as something to do to recover from life, when it’s actually something to do to create a life you don’t need to recover from.
Does this sound like you?
> You are always on the go, with lots to do, yet very little time for you.
> You might treat self-care like a reward for making it through another hectic week.
> Self-care is something you squeeze in when you can, only after everyone else is taken care of.
> You’re ready for this to change, because you know you can’t keep doing things this way - maybe you’re tired, impatient with loved ones and just feel like you don’t have much more to give.
The women who are flourishing in life know this:
Self-care is tending to your whole self, first.
>> Your physical, emotional, mental and spiritual zones need attention, before your burnout - so you can show up fully in your life.
>> Your physical space needs care - when your body and environment feel good, it’s easier to show up as your best self.
>> Your mind needs space to reflect and reset.
>> Your heart needs connection and compassion.
>> Your spirit needs meaning, joy, and a sense of purpose
Yet we’re rarely taught how to care for ourselves this fully. As we age, our needs shift and there’s a whole new learning curve to consider.
That’s why Allison & I created Flourish: A 21-day journey to help you create self-care habits that stick. We begin June 26.
Over our 21 days together in Flourish, you’ll get to:
> Rebuild your energy
> Reconnect with yourself
> Prioritise yourself, without the guilt
And you’ll get the support from both Allison & I, as well as a group of wonderful women who are looking to make changes in their lives too.
Ready to do self-care differently and create a life where you Flourish?
Sign up for Flourish now.
Early bird pricing ends tomorrow - this is your last chance to sign up at the rate of $56.35 before it rises to $111 + GST on June 20.
You'll be amazed at the difference just one gentle action a day can make in how you show up for yourself and for those around you.
That's what we'll be doing in our next round of Flourish, that begins June 26th.
Why did Allison and I choose self-care?
We both work with women in coaching, and we know it is so difficult for women to put themselves first.
The problem with that is when we don’t take care of our own needs, what occurs is overwhelm, tiredness, and our thinking gets out of control, which creates anxiety.
This isn’t an issue just for New Zealand women; this is common around the world and we want to help change that.
>>> FLOURISH in 2025
21 Days. One Gentle Action a Day. Real Change.
Feeling burnt out or lost in the noise?
It’s time to put you first, with self-care that actually sticks.
Join Allison and I for a 3-week online journey to reconnect with your body, calm your mind, and nourish your spirit.
> Simple tools
> Real support
> Lasting transformation
The cost is currently $56.35 to join (GST included), but is going up to $111 +GST on June 20.
Sign up at the link in my bio or DM me FLOURISH and I share the link to register.
16/06/2025
This looks pretty special 🩷💜💛💙🧡
I am off to Bali for the Conference of the International Light Association - so looking forward to re-connecting with many colleagues, making some new friends in the field, and getting some sun and TLC while being there
14/06/2025
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14/06/2025
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14/06/2025
Have you ever had a broken bone?
Well I just broke my little finger and am practicing what I preach by taking time off to rest.
So unfortunately, we've had to delay the start of our next Flourish course that my good friend Allison Fisher and I are running together.
Flourish is a three-week online journey for women to reconnect with your body, calm your mind, and nourish your spirit - without adding more to your plate.
The new dates are now June 26, July 3, and July 10, all on a Thursday at 7 pm.
You can still join at the $56.35 price, down from $111 + GST,
but only if you sign up by June 19.
Remember, this is about finding answers to questions and wonderings like these:
- How do I prioritise myself when I have so many other people to care for?
- I'm often overwhelmed, so how on earth can I add something else to the
mix?
- I can't say no to my family; it just isn't right.
- I crave time for myself, but I struggle to make it happen.
- How do I prioritise myself without feeling guilty?
Want all the details about Flourish and how it will create more calm and peace in your life?
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31/05/2025
If you don't make time for your wellness, you'll be forced to make time for your illness. Being busy is the most common block to consistent self-care I hear from the women I support.
But not making time for yourself leads to stress, exhaustion & burnout.
>>> What I know to be true is that creating routines with small, consistent daily actions is far more powerful than bigger chunks of inconsistent self-care.
If you’ve been feeling tired, stretched too thin, or disconnected from yourself…
you’re not alone - and you don’t have to figure it out alone either.
🌿 Flourish is a 21-day online course & container designed to help you prioritise yourself (without guilt) and rebuild your energy so you can begin to feel your best.
This is your space to slow down, reflect, reset, and be supported -
with simple tools and guidance from my dear friend Allison& I,
that won’t overwhelm you with more to-dos.
We know you want to jump off the hamster wheel of life,
with more energy, peace & calm.
That starts by putting yourself first and doing it in small, sustainable ways.
This course will show you how to create space for self-care in a way that you can maintain it.
It’s only $56.35 and begins June 12.
Sometimes the only thing missing to your next breakthrough is the right support and a clear roadmap - and that’s exactly what we’ll be sharing with you in Flourish.
Jammies for June let us HELP tamariki who are in need 🩷
“I understand what it’s like to live in a house that’s cold, wet, damp and mouldy... It brings a tear to my eye and pulls at my heartstrings.”
Olympic legend Dame Valerie Adams opens up about single parenting and her most personal project yet. Read about the selfless schedule that keeps her so busy and why her involvement in Middlemore Foundation’s Jammies for June campaign means so much to her in our latest issue, on shelves now 💖
23/05/2025
Manaaki Whānau This is a great read! 💛🩷💜
Dr Jo Prendergast shares what to say - and not to say - to those who are unwell.
23/05/2025
Are you doing your best trying to keep up with life and not let it all fall apart?
But some days you can't keep up.
You're busy with kids or commitments,
there's no time for you.
And after more work gets piled on your plate and you feel like you might cry -
you end up reaching for your phone to scroll endlessly,
or eat away your stress and exhaustion instead of choosing to cope in a more healthy way.
You know you should be taking care of yourself - and you're trying your best, but you need more support.
This is normal among many women - but it doesn't have to stay this way.
Allison & I would love to help you to create self-care that sticks.
Discover how taking just one action a day, with the support of like-minded women,
can create the peace and calm you’re craving in life.
The next Flourish 21-day course runs June 12, 19 and 26 for 3-live 1 hour sessions.
It's only $56.35 for 3 live sessions & a supportive community.
Join us to learn how we do self-care differently and to become the version of that is flourishing in your 40s, 50s or beyond!
Lets get you back into balance so you can enjoy life again.
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Manaaki Wellbeing was founded by Carmel Cochrane she is an Internationally renowned Healer and is a teacher in many areas to do with Holistic Beauty, Aromatherapy, Bodywork and healing. The Manaaki Wellbeing studio is where you will come to experience feeling cared for and nurtured so you can regain your energy. Specialising in personalised treatments, our team are experts who are dedicated to transforming your life so you can change your story with your skin, body and health. We bring together the best skin care from France, Australia, our essential oils are sourced from all around the world. We offer tailor-made skin prescriptions in person, we have an aromatherapy dispensary so we can create personal blends for your health. Our selection of the very best in skincare and essential oils aligns with our belief of working in synergy with the skin body and emotions by treating from within to bring out the best to feel great in your skin, body soul and spirit. Manaaki Wellbeing was founded by Carmel Cochrane she is an Internationally renowned Healer and is a teacher in many areas to do with Holistic Beauty, Aromatherapy, Bodywork and healing.
The Manaaki Wellbeing studio is where you will come to experience feeling cared for and nurtured so you can regain your energy. Specialising in personalised treatments, our team are experts who are dedicated to transforming your life so you can change your story with your skin, body and health.
We bring together the best skincare from France, Australia, our essential oils are sourced from all around the world. We offer tailor-made skin prescriptions in person, we have an aromatherapy dispensary so we can create personal blends for your health.
Our selection of the very best in skincare and essential oils aligns with our belief of working in synergy with the skin body and emotions by treating from within to bring out the best to feel great in your skin, body soul and spirit.
