Australian Natural Health — January-February 2018

Anouk Gania’s collection of perfumed

candles evoke a sensory feeling of being

in Greece’s most iconic destinations. The

candles are created using plant-based

wax, essential oils, resins and extracts,

with signature scents such as The Villa,

The Island and The Church, the latter

of which is an ode to

incense, which has

been used in spiritual,

meditative and religious

traditions since antiquity.

$69, anoukgania.com

YOGA FOR CHANGE

Yoga is a profound instigator of change. With regular practice, you’re able

to increase flexibility and strength while observing a development in mental

focus and emotional wellbeing. A yoga retreat is a wonderful way to kick-

start this change. At Byron Yoga Retreat Centre, the retreat programs include

up to three yoga classes each day, including a flow class, a hatha alignment-

based session plus one in a yin or restorative style. For more information,

visit byronyoga.com

ENVIRONMENT

IS EVERYTHING

A new study published in Royal Society Open Science

has found that there’s a common thread among groups

of friends when it comes to their moods, feelings and

happiness levels. Researchers analysed more than 2,

high school students for a period of six months to a year.

They found that both good and bad vibes were more or

less contagious, although researchers noted a difference

between depression, which can’t spread, and a low mood,

which can influence others.

WE LOVE:

KEEP GOOD

COMPANY

Good company refers to the

relationships you have, the music

you listen to, the movies you watch,

the books you read, your daily

rituals and the company you keep.

Spend time with people you aspire

to emulate. Surround yourself with

positive people. Read about people

who inspire you. Find people who

believe in you, will challenge you

and inspire you to do your best.

Make sure your environment is

clean and orderly and surround

yourself with things that uplift

your spirit.

For more inspiration, pick

up a copy of Petrea King’s new

book, Up Until Now, available

on questforlife.com.au

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SPIRIT

IN THE KNOW

“In a

world where

you can be

anything,

be kind.”

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