In under three weeks, Ellen Freeman will have finished her acupuncture degree. She feels passionate and ready to take on the world which is far from the mental and physical fatigue Ellen experienced as a vet nurse.

Grab your thongs (flip flops for our overseas friends), load the esky into the car, and head to the beach – summer has arrived in all its sweltering glory!

Thyme is a pretty powerful herb to have at your disposal – Extremely high in antioxidants, it contains vitamins A, C and B alongside minerals like calcium, iron, potassium, manganese, and magnesium.

Thyme has long held its position as a culinary staple around the world, however, its range of use spans far beyond the kitchen. Other than being the seasoning of choice for roast chicken and potatoes, our herb of the month can be infused in honey, burnt as incense, utilised as a natural insect repellent, and used in embalming practices. Wait, what? Oh sorry, that was the Ancient Egyptians…

There’s a bridge that lies between being a student and being a practitioner. It takes us from the relatively cushioned environment of learning to a wide unknown world. Every practitioner has once stood on the edge of that bridge, crossing from one world to the other, graduate to self-employed, feeling a little nervous, a little excited, and not quite sure of the right steps to take.

Life after graduation is an exciting time – the path you’ve been working towards is suddenly right in front of you and it’s time to begin the next chapter of your journey. Exhilarating? Yes. Terrifying? Also yes. One thing to remember is that you’re not alone and there’s no such thing as the right path. Your journey will be full of curveballs, which is why we’ve put together some tips to help you conquer post-graduation life.

Oats are one of the healthiest and most nutrient-dense grains on the planet – which is why we love them so much.

As women approach the transitional period of menopause multiple changes can happen. These can feel varied and unpredictable as no two journeys are the same. However, there are many self-care practices and holistic therapies that can support this initiation and reduce discomfort.

The belief that we are not competent, that we are not able to provide our clients with what they want, or ‘be the right person’ is a train of thought that most people can relate to at some point in their career.