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Ponderings is a positive storytelling magazine created to capture life and all its light and shade. When we communicate with vulnerability and truth, we get a connection. The stories of us. Our mission is to take you, the reader, the viewer and the listener, the Witness- through a journey of tears, laughter, breathlessness and heart smiles, into a world of reflection and evaluation.
If you want to create a calm and relaxing environment, there are many ways to do it. One of the most popular methods is using aromatherapy. Essential oils have been used in aromatherapy for centuries because they can be harnessed as powerful tools that promote physical and emotional well-being. So given we are candle makers, why is essential oil in candles so good for us? It all has to do with our sniffer. If you would like to read this- head over to https://ponderings.com.au/how-aromatherapy-can-make-your-household-feel-calm/
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Dr Renuka Balasubramaniam is here to save the day with a radical new approach to women’s health. Learn about her clinic, her methods, and how you can benefit from an hour of power!
We read to you from Ponderings Magazine
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COVID-19 has affected our lives massively, and pets have emerged as an integral part of coping with the pandemic. Animals provide us with unconditional love, reduce stress levels, and help fill social isolation gaps society faces during these trying times.
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A small town often holds within it a treasure. Humble treasure in the form of a person.
Golden humans who go beyond care and into a level of compassion and dedication that fills hearts. In a world that can often feel self-serving and lonely, this kind of treasure is vital. Why? Because when acts of kindness and kinship enter a person’s life for no other reason than the recognition that they need a little help- it changes lives. In Kyabram Victoria, Liz Dillon is this treasure.
To read more head to https://ponderings.com.au/musical-queen-lizzy-the-treasure-of-kyabram/
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Independent Cabinet Makers Geelong (ICM Geelong)
Need inspiration for your next home improvement project?
Need to find a good, reliable cabinetmaker?
You’ve come to the right place.
ICM Geelong is a group of cabinetmakers from the Geelong, Surf Coast & Bellarine region who have banded together to highlight the skills and quality product manufactured by Geelong’s cabinet making industry.
Geelong cabinetmakers do so much more than kitchens and bathrooms.
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We ponder with Netherlands native and Geelong’s newest addition to the style scene- Maartje Hartveldt.
Scandinavian influence on design, and its persistent popularity make it more than a cultural trend we infuse, copy and paste – but rather an enduring aesthetic that appears to really resonate with those seeking simplicity, elements of nature, light and refuge. Rising to popularity in the 1940’s and 1950’s Nordic clean line interiors have a philosophy behind the style. We caught up with Maarjte Hardveldt from MH Interior Decorating to ponder the intrigue of Scandi design and renovation decisions.
To read more head over to https://ponderings.com.au/get-your-scandi-on-insights-of-interior-design/
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Fancy a cosy corner or a warm fuzzy feeling of contentedness?
If you love an ambient pub or fireplace chats with warm cookies and great company- there’s an excellent reason! It’s a Hygge vibe.
According to the World Happiness Report, Finland and Denmark take first and second place as the world’s happiest countries. What’s the secret? Quite possibly Hygge! According to the Danes, our northern counterparts; Hygge- pronounced “hue-gah” or “hoo-guh is a Norweigan word that falls under a cultural category, meaning -a hug without the touch.
For the linguaphile -the word hygge comes from a Danish word meaning “to give courage, comfort, joy”. Hygge stems from hyggja which means “to think” in Old Norse. Hygge is built from the Old Norse word hugr which later became the hug which means the soul, mind, consciousness. Listen on. If you would like to read the article and more interesting ponderings head over to https://ponderings.com.au/the-art-of-hygge-its-a-happiness-vibe/
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Need inspiration for your next home improvement project?
Need to find a good, reliable cabinetmaker?
You’ve come to the right place.
ICM Geelong is a group of cabinetmakers from the Geelong, Surf Coast & Bellarine region who have banded together to highlight the skills and quality product manufactured by Geelong’s cabinet making industry.
Geelong cabinetmakers do so much more than kitchens and bathrooms.
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Founder and co-owner of Geelong’s Piano Bar Andy Pobjoy was interviewed for Ponderings magazine, this is the audio version for you to listen to!
If you would like to read this article and other positive storytelling about real people, head over to https://ponderings.com.au/piano-bar-harmonising-hope-in-the-face-of-covid-19/
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The benefits of reading are hugely impactful in many different areas of your child’s life, and not just in the classroom. The founder of Luxuread Katie Moore writes for Ponderings.
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This is the audio version o our article about the incredible Tom Stodulka.
Around the world, lockdown and isolation continue with long term impacts of COVID-19 lurking, many are struggling to come to terms with what a COVID Normal will look like.
Tom Stodulka, named 2019 Australasian mediator of year is reinforcing messages of positivity in these challenging times. Contrasting COVID-19 to experiences of war, he reminds Australians of how we have overcome and survived what has been thrown at us.
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Skyrocketing to fame only months ago,
Debb Oliver has become somewhat of a household name in the Australian digital illustration industry after one illustration, in particular, was brought to the attention of a very famous Family. Debb modified the group photo of Chandler Powell, Bindi, mum Terri and brother Robert on Bindi’s wedding day by adding their dog Piggy, her father the Crocodile Hunter Steve Irwin and his beloved dog Sui.
If you would like to read this article head over to; https://ponderings.com.au/interview-with-debb-oliver-the-monkey-brush/
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Have you ever wondered what sports look like from a bird’s eye view?
Well, this is what Sydney Based photographer Brad Walls set out to explore. Ponderings had the pleasure of talking with Brad Walls about his incredible photo skills. This is the audio version of the article, if you would like to read the article head over to https://ponderings.com.au/olympic-sport-the-birds-eye-view-of-art/
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From the 1920s to the 2020s, from Blues, Jazz, swing, pop, rock, reggae, rap and everything in between, here at Ponderings we have brought together the generational hits of the western world in a three-part series.
Highlighting the political discourse and issues of the time, the art form of music as a communication platform for social change is evident throughout our history. These artists have succeeded and confronted the many facets of revolutionary, culturally challenging ideas and civil movements for the greater good of a collective human feeling. In Part 1, we will be exploring the 1920s to the 1950s and their music scenes.
First, let’s take our Ponderer’s back to the 1920s, the roaring Gatsby era of speakeasies and the Harlem Renaissance. Read more at https://ponderings.com.au/gen-anthems-that-rocked-our-world-part-1-1920s-1950s/
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From a small country town in New South Wales to dressing Hollywood stars such as Marilyn Monroe and designing costumes for some of the biggest movies on the silver screen, Orry-Kelly’s rise to success was astounding.
He was once the most famous Australian in Hollywood and was the Aussie with the most Academy Awards to his name until 2014, having won three over his thirty year career. And yet, in his home country, barely anyone knew about him and after his death in 1964, he became virtually forgotten. So who is Orry-Kelly, Australia’s first Hollywood legend?
Read more at https://ponderings.com.au/the-small-town-boy-who-undressed-marilyn/
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How in the world do I domesticate and train my dog? Is my dog a genius?
Let’s dive into the history of our intelligent, globally superior favourite pet.
Read more at https://ponderings.com.au/the-evolution-of-dogs/
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Janelle is a fierce woman on a mission. She's an advocate, an author and an artist and she also journeys this world with Cerebral Palsy, living a life full of gusto and she makes the world a better place. Hopefully one with less labelling, less patronisation and a whole lot more inclusion. She's bloody awesome and we feel very privileged to be joined by Janelle and her dear friend Kate Mills, who is here to help us learn some Nellspeak!
Janelle is amazing, speaking takes a great deal of physical effort and so you will notice she answers and Kate continues on. Stay tuned on Ponderings for the Vlog version!
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2020 has bought some surprises, and tech has never been more important. We peek at some of the tools, innovations and ideas that have showcased brilliant *out of the box thinking in living, music and health. ..*
If you would like to read the article head on over to https://ponderings.com.au/its-life-jim-but-not-as-we-know-it-the-cool-tech-stuff-making-iso-easier/
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We have foraged through the countless listings of those currently in need looking for some extra support around Australia and comprised our round-up of The Top Ten Go Fund Me fundraisers who need additional support at this time. Read more at https://ponderings.com.au/top-ten-go-fund-me-pages-in-australia/
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Can you think yourself slim? According to groundbreaking therapist Julia Lorent, the answer is a resounding YES.
If you would like to read this article head on over to https://ponderings.com.au/thinking-yourself-slim-is-serious-science/
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The introduction of new tech into mainstream clinics is making procedures for scar reduction more accessible. This is a welcome relief for many Australian’s with issues of scarring.
Dr Ian Holten, a prominent plastic surgeon, has witnessed, the significant psychological impact of scarring and believes the development of scar treatment is an exciting progression... read more at https://ponderings.com.au/the-revolutionary-scar-treatments-helping-aussies/
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Who is the real Banksy? Or who do we think he can be? In 2010, Banksy was considered one of Time Magazine’s most influential people alongside the likes of Barack Obama, Steve Jobs and Lady Gaga. There are many theories and speculations...
Image credit: Banksy @thatinha
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Welcome to Part 4 of Ponderings Nibble on the Soul, an unashamedly reductionalist peekaboo at one of the greats: Berkeley.
George Berkeley was a priest of the Church of Ireland and one of the three most famous British Empiricists. Listen on...
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If you are in business you most likely know how important it is to have a thriving digital presence, but what about internet etiquette and ethics?
How we behave online greatly reflects our business but it can also flow through to our personal lives causing extreme stress and discomfort for workplace colleagues and reputation.
How often have you heard horror stories about a brand’s customer service? Happens more than you think. Social media is the playground for human dynamics to play out, and like all playgrounds it isn’t always nice. Read on...
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There is a bit of Kath and Kim in all of us, and the iconic Aussie comedy series has fans all over the world even though it is uniquely Australian.
Watching it is like putting on your favourite pair of ugg boots that are comfortable and familiar. And nearly 20 years after it was first released, the foxy morons from Fountain Lakes are still as popular as ever. So what is the secret behind the lasting success of Kath and Kim?
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Our modern-day screens are overwhelmed with creepy blood-curdling monsters.
These frequently overtly sexualised characters who morph into werewolves and vampires, sirens singing sailors to their deaths or the deep blue seas. Supernaturally charged, they have evolved from the village fireside precautionary tales and spins of old to the pop culture halls of fame.
Have you read the original Grimm brothers Fairy tales? I studied them at University at they are not for the faint of heart. Don’t even get me started on Little Red riding hood, because that story isn’t what you think it is…
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author, entrepreneur, marketer, and public speaker.
Seth’s idealogy in business speaks volumes on integrity and smart ideas. He has published over 19 best-selling books. One of my all-time favourites is Purple Cow: Transform Your Business By Being Remarkable.
It goes a little like this:
“You’re either a Purple Cow or you’re not. You’re either remarkable or invisible. Make your choice. The old checklist of P’s used by marketers – Pricing, Promotion, Publicity – aren’t working anymore. The golden age of advertising is over. It’s time to add a new P – the Purple Cow.”
Intrigued? You should be!
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F. Scott Fitzgerald, Sherlock Holmes and Zombies piece together a picture of our culture, one that ravaged the world with the spanish flu over 100 years ago. We ponder...
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It wouldn’t come as a surprise to you when I tell you that 2020 has been one of the craziest years in recent memory.
But on the brighter side, this year has given us more than a Global Pandemic. It has gifted us the time to explore our more creative side in isolation. From baking sourdough bread to crocheting baby blankets and even making fabric face masks, people seem to be crafting now more than we have ever seen in the 21st century. Our hidden talents that have been buried under the weight of the modern world have been discovered in our solitude. And the benefits of it are plenty...
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Communicating with others can sometimes feel like a minefield.
There are so many messages, perceptions and neurons firing that what should be simple can be anything but! After an overwhelming response to our article Secret Messages, What You See Isn’t Always What You Get, we decided to dig a bit more.
We asked Des Carter; Kinesiologist, Linguistics practitioner, Holistic Human Development Therapist and Meditation Teacher about his insight into communication.Read more wonderful positive storytelling ponderings over at www.ponderings.com.au
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You are the humanity in which I am supposed to learn my way; to teach me your wisdom.
You have walked the path, burned the forests, surely you have the knowledge, you have discovered a way forward you might teach me or might help reduce my pain and heal my trauma?
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Why do bees buzz? What does maths have to do with sunflowers and the many beautiful fractal patterns of our world?
A favourite book in our home held some wonderful clues to the mysteries of our hidden world. Critically acclaimed science-fiction author Ian Stewart is a British mathematician. He is Emeritus Professor of Mathematics at the University of Warwick, England.
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Philosophy is the investigation of the truths and principles of being. Making sense of the world and thinking about the why and how.
For as long as we have gazed upon the stars, we have asked questions about our existence and searched for meaning. Philosophy can often be a complex mosaic of ideas from the founding greats, and what is one of the biggest bones to chew on? The soul.
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We hear the word Narcissism in reference to traits of self-interest and vanity in a world of social media.
However, Narcissism or Narcissistic Personality Disorder PD is a mental condition. A well-balanced perspective is needed along with some tips for those on the other end of Narcissistic behaviour. Let's unpack it...
Read this article and other insightful ponderings at https://ponderings.com.au the positive storytellers and Australia's special interest magazine.
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Calling Alanis and her Jagged Little Pill… Warning: what you are about to read is a little bit of satire and irony, read if you dare!Read this article and other insightful ponderings at https://ponderings.com.au the positive storytellers and Australia's special interest magazine.
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Have you ever thought twice about where your fashion comes from or how many times you have worn a piece before throwing it away?
A large proportion of the Australian population don’t and for this reason, over 501 million kilos of clothing ends up in Australian landfill each year.
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For one Aussie trio, a gap in their cafe menu offering presented an opportunity and infused a story with international success.
Renwick Watts and his wife Tahli along with sister in law Sage Lamont are the team behind Golden Grind and Ponderings wanted to spill the latte on the journey from beloved ingredient to luxe bougie brand.
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All over the world, scars are perceived as a trauma, a wound, and something to be repaired—damaged goods. Or are they?
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It is Winter in Australia, and it is now possible for Matthew McConaughey to tell you a bedtime story.
If you are fortunate enough to have a hot water bottle and a comfy bed, you are in for a treat. We review the Calm APP.
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Scrolling through the endless pages on Airbnb can be tiresome, especially if you are looking for a unique stay!
We have done the hard work for you with our round-up of key properties from each state that have that WOW factor guaranteed to impress your bae. From converted churches, barns and coastal getaways – we have them all and what’s better is most are affordable and have amazing guest ratings.
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“HERE COMES THE AEROPLANE…OKAY, THE TRUCK… THE MERMAID? JUST EAT IT!!!!”
– Parents Globally
Sensory sensitivities can involve taste and smell.
So when it comes to food, sometimes there can be little hurdles and sometimes epic ones. Often it comes back to the texture of the food in the mouth, which can create a gag reflex and vomiting. Sometimes eating food can even become a trigger... listen on.
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Written by Melissa Griffiths Could you imagine going to a workplace that wasn’t toxic? Yes, they do exist. According to The Barometer Project: “findings show that depression costs Australian employers approximately AUD$8 billion per annum as a result of...
Read this article and other insightful ponderings at https://ponderings.com.au the positive storytellers and Australia's special interest magazine.
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Scrolling through the endless pages on Airbnb can be tiresome, especially if you are looking for a unique stay!
We have done the hard work for you with our round-up of key properties from each state that have that WOW factor guaranteed to impress your bae. From converted churches, barns and coastal getaways - we have them all and what’s better is most are affordable and have amazing guest ratings.
Read this article and other insightful ponderings at https://ponderings.com.au the positive storytellers and Australia's special interest magazine.
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If you haven’t watched the hilarious Canadian television comedy Schitt’s Creek yet, you are missing out.
Moira is the Rose family matriarch, a washed-up soap star and has an astoundingly glamorous wig for every occasion. But what truly makes her fascinatingly funny is her accent that has throwbacks to early Hollywood cinema and the extensive vocabulary that accompanies it.
So without further ado, here are (in my humble opinion) Moira Rose’s most fabulous 20 words and their meanings.Read this article and other insightful ponderings at https://ponderings.com.au the positive storytellers and Australia's special interest magazine.
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We hear the word Narcissism in reference to traits of self-interest and vanity in a world of social media.
However, Narcissism or Narcissistic Personality Disorder PD is a mental condition. A well-balanced perspective is needed along with some tips for those on the other end of Narcissistic behaviour.
The excessive need for admiration, disregard for others’ feelings, the inability to handle any criticism and a sense of entitlement along with criticism and manipulation, grandstanding (the list goes on) are all facets of Narcissism.
Read this article and other insightful ponderings at https://ponderings.com.au/ten-insights-into-the-narcissist/ the positive storytellers and Australia's special interest magazine.
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Remember the saying; the smile doesn’t match the eyes?
Instant suspicion may be induced and a feeling of mistrust or weariness when we get this vibe from someone. The more discerning we become, the more powerful we are at reading these messages.
To read more or discover other ponderings go to https://ponderings.com.au/secret-messages-what-you-see-is-not-what-you-always-get/
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A little bit of Pooh Bear goes a very long way, we hope this makes you smile a little x
1) You’re braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think... listen on!
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https://ponderings.com.au/pooh-bear-pandemic-survival-guide/
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Democracy is a beautiful instrument; however, it can be plucked in ways producing music not kind to our ears, or a little bent.
Upholding democracy means tuning and care. In the theatre of life; if the play isn’t going the way we like it, we have ways we can express this, and it isn’t about throwing rotten tomatoes.
Enter the protestor!
Many associate protestors with “lefties” or a mob mentality....
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Guest ponderer Barbie Cail helps us unpack some swift tips for financial relief and getting savvy in the middle of a global pandemic.
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Janelle McMillan OAM is an artist and author living in Hobart, an incredible woman changing the world by helping to give her perspective about what it is like to live with Cerebral Palsy, getting around on wheels AND being a non-verbal communicator. She has a wicked sense of humour, and we welcome her contribution to Ponderings.
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Uncertainty can exist in the craziest of places, are you ready to ponder? Editor of Ponderings; Kirsten Macdonald shares her dark humoured albeit quirky view on unexpected twists in life.
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Ponderings magazine is a place of positive storytelling, here we read to you the new article by hair stylist Mariesa Lauder. Supermarket hair dyes? Yup she goes there, it isolation after all...
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Feeling sorry for oneself when down with pneumonia and a COVID stick up your nose can bring on the blues, and winter hasn't even STARTED YET? Hello! How does one feel better...let's Ponder
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If you’re on social media at the moment then I’m sure you have seen numerous personal trainers, famous or otherwise, giving away their home workouts for free.
Amazing right? They are a great way of keeping you moving during the lockdown. But have they enticed you to use your active-wear for good and follow their lead?
-Sarah Healy is an Exercise Physiologist, with knowledge and skills to implement exercise interventions for people with acute, sub-acute or chronic medical conditions, disabilities or injuries. In other words- she knows stuff and we welcome her to Ponderings Magazine.
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Hair stylist Mariesa Lauder talks about COVID and isolation hair, and supermarket dyes... yes she braves the land of supermarket and gives us tips on luxe hair!
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On Planet Spectrum when we refer to a trigger, we are referring to something that creates a behavioural response.
It is ‘triggered’ by something.There are triggers that need to be managed because they are an everyday part of life, and then there are triggers that can be avoided or reduced.
You can read more here at https://ponderings.com.au/the-land-of-doors-must-be-closed-and-lids-must-be-on-lets-talk-triggers/
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I heard along the grapevine of an Australian beloved health professional offering a Pay What You Can Afford service.
Our team has never heard of such a program, and with the human race in crisis, we did a deep dive to find out what this was and how it could help people. Let’s be straight up- while many people are thinking of how they can afford to pay the rent or groceries and stay safe in a chaotic time; when you hear about a person whose very first priority is people and how to serve best – leaves us with a refreshing “Oh Wow” moment.
***Kindness in it’s purest form is a delight. Ponderers, we have featured her before, and now we touch base with her again. Faye Kendall is a beloved Geelong local, Osteopath and business owner; and these are her words.
Read more here: https://ponderings.com.au/pay-what-you-can-afford-program-a-first-for-australia/***
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Chris Burnett is not a chef, but he is very interested in soup.
The Scottish native moved to Australia and is doing a PhD in social procurement, while in his spare time leads Melbourne SOUP: a community initiative supporting grassroots change in Melbourne.
You can read this article yourself or check out other great features at
https://ponderings.com.au/waiter-theres-some-social-enterprise-in-my-soup/
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Janelle McMillan OAM is an artist and author living in Hobart, and she’s got more warmth and charm than a basketful of puppies.
What started as a Facebook friendship around six months ago, after she messaged me about an episode she’d liked of my Home Truths podcast on PodcastOne Australia, has blossomed into a fascination on my part of “what the hell is Janelle is up to next?”
She’s just so balls-first positive; thinking about Janelle makes me kick my COVID-19 worries into the corner and get out of bed every morning with a swagger and an ability to seize the day. You can read about Janelle's story and others too at www.ponderings.com.au
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Dr Maxine Therese has spent her life dedicatedto helping children and adults.
Maxine is the founder and brains behind Childosophy; a recognised modality with a core structure combining energetic science and integrative philosophies of the self to support wellbeing in childhood. You can read this article along with other inspiring stories at https://ponderings.com.au
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Kat Stanley from Talking Endo joins Ponderings, so let’s chat about a condition impacting 1 in 10 women; Endometriosis.
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Taylor Swift’s new documentary Miss Americana aired on Netflixthis year. It is vulnerable, raw and just a little more than surprising.
Coming from the girl that used to write 13 on the back of her hand and practice the famous hair flip in front of the mirror, she could have spoken about her love of cats for an hour.
Thankfully, there was more to learn than her devotion to cats.
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We all want to be healthy. For some, this can mean a balanced diet and regular exercise.
For others, it can mean ice baths, penis facials and cow cuddling. Our ever-evolving technology means health perceptions are constantly adapting. Hence the multitude of wellness trends popping up quicker than… toast? Moving on. Let’s look at what the Global Wellness Summit (GWS) predicts for health in 2020.
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In need of some fresh, new Australian talent to get excited about? Well, you have come to the right place Ponderer.
Brenda Ueland once said, “Everybody is talented because everybody who is human has something to express.” This may be true, but not everyone has the bravery and determination to share their talent with the universe, letting us all have a bite of it.
So, without further ado, let’s look at eight Australian youngins to keep your eyes peeled for in 2020.
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The films I make are couture frocks — extremely labor intensive. You know, they’re like a beacon. You’re not going to be making something that will endure or have an imprint on the culture if it isn’t drawing violent juxtaposing critical responses.” – Baz Luhrmann
If you love cinema, then you know about the Australian director, producer and writer Baz Luhrmann. Having four of his five films in the top 10 highest-grossing films in Australia, his mark on the film industry Down Under is indelible. But just who is the man behind the movie magic?
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Dear Friend,
I would love to see you, but here’s the thing- I’m exhausted.
I reminisce about our 20’s, the days of grabbing our sunglasses and wallets and following the music, complaining about uni assignments or how insanely busy work was- ha! We thought we were crazy busy back then… HILARIOUS!
Read more https://ponderings.com.au/sorry-i-am-too-tired-to-friend/
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Like many all over the world, our hearts are left swollen and aching as we witness on our screens and for some in their backyards; the scorched earth and hellish sky.
Beach blue now engulfed with smoke haze and embers of the worst kind; scarring the land with unprecedented ferocity. Beneath with sooty tears and anger lies the desperation of people fighting in what has become one of the worst National disaster bushfires in Australian history. The devastation runs deep and will continue long after the last flame as sputtered out. For the impact of wildfire is a destructive force that will echo forever.
We chat to BlazeAid, and our hearts are filled....tune in
Read more at https://ponderings.com.au/the-blazing-heart-of-community/
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Superman was faster than a speeding bullet and could walk through fire, but his Kryptonite was the supposed curse that befell him.
Or at least the actors who played him. If you are one to believe in curses, the Superman Curse is probably one of the most famous in Hollywood. From career failures to illnesses, horrific injuries and untimely deaths, the Superman Curse has plagued most of the 20th-century actors that have played the Man of Steel as well as other actors and creatives involved in the Superman world.
read more at https://ponderings.com.au/is-it-a-bird-is-it-a-plane-no-its-the-curse-of-superman/
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‘Fleishman is in Trouble’, Taffy Brodesser-Akner’s debut novel, has a voice that is pure and tells the story of three complex characters with profundity.
While Toby Fleishman is undergoing a bitter divorce with wife Rachel, she suddenly disappears, leaving him with their two kids. The novel chronicles the hardship that Toby faces when he must juggle his responsibilities as a father and a hepatologist.
To read go to https://ponderings.com.au/fleishman-is-in-trouble/
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So 2020 is all about out with the old and in with the new, but what about Toxic Friendships? Our Ponderers Kate, Jasmin and Montanna discuss the heavy, the light and the extraordinary aspects of Friendship. From pineapple and pizza to how to say goodbye.
Once you have finished listening, take our Toxic Friendship Quiz
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It seems appropriate to raise the spectre of the decluttering dynamo, Marie Kondo – someone who inspired an unparalleled cleaning frenzy – as, Janus-faced, we look both backwards and forwards as we reach the threshold of a new year...
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We all want to change something in society; however, often we forget that we must change ourselves first.
If you look to other people in the world who have created monumental change like Gandhi, you realise that they must have had some inner shift emotionally, mentally and spiritually, which enabled them to succeed.
As Gandhi rightly said, “We must become the change we want to create” and if you can realise the true meaning of this then you become more powerful than you think you are... by Melissa Griffiths
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We all know Roald Dahl, the prolific author, and a true ponderer of childhood imagination.
Whether it be befriending a giant, turning into a blueberry, escaping witches, living in a peach or using telekinesis to make objects dance, Dahl created a marvellous timeless world transpiring from paper, and tv screens, to hearts.
What was your favourite Roald Dahl novel? I’m indecisive, trying to decide between Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Matilda is not an easy gig...
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Oscar-winning actress Jane Fonda embodies the fight for justice and comedic brilliance. She’s intellectual, beautiful and uses her platform to make change using action over rhetoric.
The most recent example is her protest against climate change. While some celebs tweet a pic of melting ice, Jane gets arrested every Friday for taking direct action with the group Oil Change International outside the United States Capitol in Washington, D.C. Listen to more...
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When you look up the word motivated, Irene Falcone really needs to be listed.
The dynamic business woman found a passion and turned it into an empire for healthy living. After suffering from physical symptoms Irene looked at her beauty products and discovered a trove of toxins. Horrified and shocked, Irene started looking for products that DIDN’T contain toxins…it proved to be difficult. The journey began to source products that adhered to a strict code and it only seemed right to share this with the world. Fast forward, and Nourished Life has become one of the most successful online Australian businesses, a unicorn in an industry so very toxic.
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The term loneliness is quite often thrown around in daily thought; we have all been there.
Sometimes you find yourself in a moment of reflection, maybe between your busy schedule or no schedule at all, wishing you had a background ambience, someone to talk to. You may find yourself using a quick fix by turning on the T.V, writing in your journal, playing a podcast or phoning a friend.
Read the article at: https://ponderings.com.au/loneliness-the-lone-journey-forward/
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What goes around comes around, but does it really?
Where does this ideology come from and have we misused it in our Western perception?
From a young age, many of us are brought up with the concept that we must treat people the way you would like to be treated. This has Christian foundations, based on “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you”, a biblical concept spoken by Jesus in Luke 6:31 and Matthew 7:12. There is a Chinese proverb that suggests how you treat the elderly is the way you will be treated when you are old. Even when someone does something untoward and mean to you, often the most common answer is “they will have it coming for them, Karma will bite them back”.
What goes up, must come down- this idiom originated in the 1800s and came from the physical properties of gravity. If you throw a ball in the air, it will come back down... listen to more
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Move over Bill Murray, Bill Tabone, is the founder of the Australian Paranormal Society. By day he is a dedicated every day human working for a local council, by night he makes contact with paranormal activity.
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There are archetypal roles in human history, representing and maintaining the “moral compass” aspect of our human collectiveness.
Shaman, Cleverman, Kung, Elder, Healer, Judge, Psychologist, Nun, Yogini, Pastor, Rabbi, Journalist, the list of these intended guarding personages goes on. They all share a common fibre; people have looked to them to show us the way, to set the example and uphold safety, truth and care for the good of each other. One such very admired role is that of Doctor.
The learned person who cares for the vulnerable and ill. Yet according to many in the field, it is becoming frighteningly apparent in many Australian medical establishments, the rose of the medical compass is faltering, no longer pointing North but rather bending towards closed doors.
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Chris Breen is a paramedic, a father and husband, and a friend to many.
He has assisted at terror attacks in Melbourne and saved lives. But one of the biggest battles he faced was the onset of anxiety and a severe panic attack disorder that lead to years of wrangling. After study, contemplation and countless hours of work, Chris has developed a new paradigm for helping others not only cope with anxiety but to lead A Fear Less Life...let's ponder
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We sit down with Melissa Griffiths, transgender authority and advocate, to talk about her personal experience as a transgender person and her role in raising awareness and inclusivity in the workplace.
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On this planet, there appears to be an advanced species dexterously capable of left and right brain agility which is dangerously marvellous. David Attenborough missed the memo.We chat to Clare about life, her new book, tea and chutzpah!
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Who doesn’t love Lucy?
One of the most recognized and beloved female comedians of all time, with her famous red hair and hilarious antics that captivated audiences and changed the face of television forever. Lucille Ball was a trailblazer in smashing the glass ceilings of her time...we ponder
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Lucy McEvoy is an AFLW player. A Carlton player to be precise. A bluebagger that might have ground curators shaking in their loafers. They might want to upgrade their Bermuda turf protection, as this burgeoning star prepares to rip up the field and take position.
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The stigma of Autism is powerful, and no two humans are ever the same. This includes autism. Kate O'Donnell, teacher, parent, author and autism advocate unpacks with gritty clarity Planet Spectrum.
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Darkly menacing, untamable and with a hint of a savage.
What’s not to love about literary hero Heathcliff? He is misunderstood – deeply complicated and in need of that one person who truly loves and understands him — the exemplification of the bad boy who we all want to fix. There have been many dashing leading men who have taken on the hard task of playing him on stage and on screen over the years, but who was best?
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What does it take to climb a mountain of adversity as a child, to find yourself as an adult in a place of complete devastation? Sitting with the realisation you are deeply unhappy...
For one Australian woman, the decision to alter her life would carry an enormity and bring challenges she could never conceive of. The outcome? She has become the embodiment of grit, positive change and possibility.
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Youth Suicide and the incredible program doing something to help the mental health crisis- this is the audio version of Jasmin Pedretti's interview with David Langley from Read The Play. This inspiring man created an entire movement with a little help from his friends and the outcome is saving lives.
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From the angel brat to parents behaving badly, the educational insights of Bart Simpson to the hero complex; The Art of Growing Up will get you thinking.
Friends, Romans, Countrymen lend me your ears…
John Marsden has the knowledge, and he’s not afraid to use it.
John wrote a book, and it comes with a warning tag because in case you haven’t yet heard, The Art of Growing Up is not for the faint of heart. With over 5 million books in circulation and a teaching career spanning more than 3 decades, is this bloke really an expert on young people and humanity? Let’s find out.
Are we going to wax lyrical because we have a fan base here in the Ponderings office? Not on your life. This work deserves more.
It’s a book that will challenge and create bedlam.
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Are you a master of your mind, or does the thought of mindfulness send you cross-eyed and thought twisted?
What exactly is mindfulness? Is it enveloping our minds in a eurythmic cocoon of self-awareness and safety? Or is it juicing up the old think tank in a new way? We ponder the medical marvel and its history, while talking with mindfulness expert Dr Craig Hassed, Monash University Professor.
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Walking down a small lane on cobblestone streets in the inner belly of Melbourne can always delight and surprise.
Perhaps like us you find a doorway, decorated with scrolled writing promising to stay a part of you forever. Echoes of childhood mingle with joy and discovery, and you realise you are walking into something exceeding magical. You have entered the realm of Storyville, Melbourne. We discover the magic lurking within...
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If a woman’s body was a home, its walls would be covered in a myriad of vibrancy and colour.
But for a lot of us too, roughly 26% of the world’s population, we have painters come in to decorate the walls in a lovely hue of magenta, scarlett, sangria, mahogany, crimson, garnet, current and cherry. Time for a bottle of wine, she says...
We talk taboo, we talk interesting, facts, figures and a whole lot of "about time."
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She ran away from the pain her whole life.
As a small child, she learned very quickly that a gross room torn with old wallpaper and mildew could be quickly transformed with a diamond-infused paintbrush. Diamonds crushed from the ideals of television families and fairy tales could be blended into the bristles of the brush to create alchemy.
She took a thought gently pulled like fairy floss and moulded it with her hands. Some singing and stamping of feet and a diamond-encrusted paintbrush would appear in its place. She was ready to paint the walls. Anything could be transformed- a yellowed bruise, the words thrown like poisoned darts, the dark looks and the nights of terror...
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Sydney funny man, Struthless (real name: Campbell Walker), is entertaining his 206K followers with a clever formula.
The 28 year old, combines art and humor with political and social commentary to create the color ‘Struthless’. Markers lend Struthless his millennial voice, and Instagram serves to spread his ideas to the world, forging an anti-racist and anti-nationalist counter-culture. He also just makes you laugh.
We spoke to Struthless about his recent series, among other really cool, fun, interesting things. You’ll just have to read to find out.
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Barnardo's VIC Finalist Mother of the Year Deborah Saunders has devoted her life to giving young people a chance. From the grief of losing a child- she gives to others.
Jasmin Pedretti interviews Deborah and is inspired by this woman's courage and beautiful memories of her son Jack.
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With a swiftly growing subscription base and ongoing support from some of the country’s best writers, the success of Ponderings has been exciting and is now a community.
Life is all about light and shade, which means when we are real, and when we communicate with vulnerability and truth, we get a connection. The stories of us.
Our mission is to take you, the reader, the viewer and the listener, the Witness- through a journey of tears, laughter, breathlessness and heart smiles, into a world of reflection and evaluation. A positive space, but not one that oozes positive rhetoric, no BS, warts and all humanity with an edge of humour that brings the tribe together. Telling each other our stories is also about developing theoretical paradigms for making sense of the world we live in.
Ponderings is an expression in a discourse of a distinct mode of experiencing and thinking about the world- in simpler terms- real events that showcase emotions with the addition of interesting.
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Forest Bathing and Crocheting- how hard can it be?
Quick than a clove stitch in a scout camp, we find out if the #lifegoal matches the #reality
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With a swiftly growing subscription base and ongoing support from some of the country’s best writers, the success of Ponderings has been exciting and is now a community.
Life is all about light and shade, which means when we are real, and when we communicate with vulnerability and truth, we get a connection. The stories of us.
Our mission is to take you, the reader, the viewer and the listener, the Witness- through a journey of tears, laughter, breathlessness and heart smiles, into a world of reflection and evaluation. A positive space, but not one that oozes positive rhetoric, no BS, warts and all humanity with an edge of humour that brings the tribe together. Telling each other our stories is also about developing theoretical paradigms for making sense of the world we live in.
Ponderings is an expression in a discourse of a distinct mode of experiencing and thinking about the world- in simpler terms- real events that showcase emotions with the addition of interesting.
Welcome!
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How does one deal with anger in an emotionally intelligent way? Do you act in accordance with what makes other people comfortable around you? We take a look at anger and all its grrrrr.
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Hello Quirky Melbourne! The Ponderings Magazine team took a day to explore, in a city with a vibe -high fiving the passion of those that want to take it to the next level. From campfire inspired hot chocolate to the den of Tinkerbell and Narnia we found the quirkiest places and spaces.
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**The hair industry doesn't want consumers to know the truth, and many consumers don't want to know either, because it's gruesome and distressing. Ignorance is very much bliss. But the truth is what it is. You are entitled to your opinions but are you entitled to your facts?
Journalist Jasmin Pedretti speaks with Australia Made and Cruelty Free to unpack the importance of truthful products.**
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