Sustainably Nourishing

04/09/2026

It has been a busy few weeks, one step in front of the other, piece by piece. Some parts joyful and some difficult, some anticipatory with a sense of joy and some quite interesting in their difficulties of clearing clarity of my own inner ambush.
I feel this growing anticipation and nervousness… excitement for my first overseas trip, to be trekking in forest in a different country, sleeping in traditional Japanese homes and monasteries.

I feel pleasure at time with my family, supporting and sharing and loving one another.

Waking with a headache, a slow start, my body asks for home, gentle doing, gentle being. Catching up.

Today is simply a day of doing the most beautiful thing, the mundane, the cleaning, washing mixed in with Accupuncture, some retreats menus. Life.

The most precious moments remind me that I am here in life, listening quietly to the world within and patiently watching the miracle of unraveling and becoming.

So tender, gentle and sweet in its simplicity and wonder.

I am thankful.

11/08/2026

Retreats….. a personal and collective meandering on one’s path to Shambhala.
Meandering perspective

03/08/2026

04/06/2026

I began to believe something horrid about myself, constantly telling myself how dreadfully old I looked and unwell. My body began to believe it and behave accordingly.
You see somewhere I lost sight, through this incredible and consistent story that runs across media, social media and, well, really ,every where, that there is something wrong.
It creates this hard edge of a statement of needing to be something beyond where and who we currently are and elaborately, deceitfully, forgets to remind us to be curious explorers of our own existence in our worlds.
It’s quite incredible to note that it runs across all platforms, modalities, and it seems this constant comparison between “right” and “wrong” actually really only serves to maintain the very opposite of that which each “side” argues, that there’s something inherently bad in that, which is different to our personal beliefs and perceptions.
In my world I’ve become fascinated and in love with this woman I am today and the trillions of experiences that have shaped her.
My life, a celebration; daughter, mother, grandmother a woman unique and brilliant who reserves the right to explore, express and be who she is, right now, in celebration of this wonderful life.

31/05/2026

Seriously saucy….

31/05/2026

Today was an essential special day.
Finishing nourishing on a wonderful retreat at Noosa North Shore, facilitated by mindfulnessworks_au - Karl Baker.
These retreats of meditation and silence are held with grounded awareness and a deep sense of peace.

There are some exceptional people out there in the world, who are quietly and honestly doing their thing with such grace, kindness and thoughtfulness.

They are creating openness in spaces by simply being who they are in flow with the wholeness of their being.

Nourishing for these retreats is an honour. For me it’s simple, I grow, learn, evolve in what I offer to the table with integrity and intention of sustainably nourishing people.
I listen.

I’m often surprised by what appears on the table at meal times as I simply just go about chopping, cutting mixing adding a bit of this and that and there it all appears.

The comments truly make my heart sing; people who have no bloating, feel satisfied after each meal….. people who worry about eating vegetarian/plant based and think about bringing snacks - are surprised by how good they feel and how tasty the meals are; people free from reflux and more.
I, with full heart am grateful to gift the possibility of feeling good along side the beautiful practices and community connections that the facilitators offer.

Retreats whether 1 day or many offer an opportunity for different perspectives and open a door for possibilities. And to nourish them is an honour, respectfully.

The natter of people over food is one of my favourite things, genuine, vulnerable and open conversations where everyone is heard and seen equally for the beautiful human being that they/we are. It’s not insular, it’s connection. It’s the whole that supports the remarkable opportunity of opening perspective and understanding oneself for deeper self compassion and love.

For me the many many years of uncovering the layers within my own being through this gift of nourishing and exploring as a nutritionist, herbalist, yoga teacher, brief meditation instructor and cooking have quietly allowed a library of knowledge accumulation across many modalities and practices, that enable intuitive insight into the incredible nature of group dynamics and settings and an intimate awareness in meeting my clients where they are.

If you’re interested in knowing more, retreat Catering, personal consultation, workshops or simply want to connect please visit my website or check out the google reviews.

https://sustainablynourishing.com/consultations-nutritional-and-herbal-medicine/

22/05/2026

Nourishing…. Me

18/05/2026

It’s been an evolution…. This Sustainably Nourishing Experience.
I honestly give my all, my heart, in putting together a menu that supports people fundamentally.
The food is gluten and dairy free, it’s free from any food that may aggravate inflammation and i genuinely look at ensuring all taste sensations are met to provide a sustainable after meal feeling, that supports both energy and digestion.

I bring a vast variety of nutritional experiences into what I offer that has spanned from Ayurvedic, TCM, vegan, auto immune disorders…. You name it, to offer, intelligently, my own style.

I source from places that don’t just provide a service, but support community to thrive, that are welcoming, thoughtful and have an engaging energy and environment.
I believe that ‘organic’ and ‘sustainable’ is a whole process.
I have been nourishing retreats for almost 20 years…. I’ve witnessed the evolution of them.
I’m very fortunate to have the honour of working alongside some incredibly grounded and gifted facilitators who are keeping it ‘real’, and it’s an honour.

In consultation, the intention is to always allow a conversation and flow with fundamental foundations from this place.

17/05/2026

Amber Tree Yoga and Retreats