Wellbeing by Design

28/05/2026

I had a lot of fun chatting with Adam and David on this podcast, about what happens when an architect stops designing workplaces and starts living inside them.

We talk about my career pivots ( many) , the evolution of the office ( not as many as you might think) and why wellbeing can't be an afterthought in how we design and lead our spaces.

My journey took me from architecture in the UK, to Warren and Mahoney in Nz and on to leading workplace strategy at BNZ and Fonterra and eventually to yoga retreats and leadership development.

Hear how I have finally achieved a life in ‘Flow’ and how we can never forget who we are designing for, the people.


https://open.spotify.com/episode/25MB3Wt9J0P7jrpf0t7vyO?si=e-KLiIc2Qxu1e1LgY4BB_w

Inside Interiors Podcast · Episode

23/05/2026

RENEW - A WEEKEND WINTER WELLBEING RETREAT TO HELP YOU PAUSE, REST AND RESET

7-9 AUGUST 2026



Join me for a weekend of YOGA, BREATHWORK and NATURE.

I seek out special places for my retreats, and I am stoked to be able to offer one at Kimi Ora, a magical place nestled in native bush - the moment you arrive you can feel the energy shift, allow yourself to exhale and just be.

PAUSE, REST AND RESET WITH

Vinyasa Flow and Yin Yoga

Sauna, steam room, hot tub and pools

Delicious food

Time in Nature

Move, breathe, and be — in rhythm with your body and nature​.

Everything is optional, you choose the flow of your day that will help you feel more grounded and balanced.

07/05/2026

So stoked to have snagged a weekend in Kaiteriteri at the amazing Kimi Ora Eco Retreat 7th to 9th August, to run RENEW, a Winter Wellbeing Retreat with Yoga, Breathwork and Nature - the earlybirds flew out but there are still spaces and more info to be found

RENEW RETREAT YOGA | BREATHWORK | NATURE 7-9 August 2026 A Weekend Winter Wellbeing Retreat to help you pause, rest and reset at Kimi Ora Eco Retreat, Kaiteriteri, Tasman. — JO MONAGHAN https://www.jomonaghan.com/renewretreat

25/04/2026

What a day!!!! Taught the first class in the beautiful granary - a Hatha Flow focused on strength and stability.
Such amazing classes, workshops and a powerful Aum mantra with , all rounded off with a magical soundbath by 💕

15/04/2026

Join me plus a host of awesome teachers at this year’s Nelson yoga festival thanks to Yoga Festival . Anzac Weekend at Founders Heritage Park . I will be sharing a Hatha class on Saturday at 8.45am in the granary focussed on strength, stability and of course, joy 🙏🏻

15/04/2026

I am continually blown away by my backyard…
Totaranui is at the north end of Abel Tasman and I had never been!!!! Most people do the walk as far as here but it’s well worth continuing.
A few days of sun, warm water and a full moon - magical and so close to home. Time out in Nature always fills my soul with deep joy❤️

07/04/2026

Curating and sharing a retreat at Mana is always special, but this year felt different. Calmer, more easeful and relaxed, which fitted well with the theme of Pause|Rest|Renew. I love that the right people always show up, and create a special Mana ‘bubble’…disconnected from the world and connected to Nature, self and each other. You can feel the energy shift the moment you drive through the gate. Thanks to those that trusted me and came along, no photos pf people this year as I totally forgot the group shot and didn’t want to make the retreat about promotion as most of my people come via word of mouth!
I made it to the top of the mountain this year, what an incredible view.
This is year six, hoping to make many more memories here.

23/03/2026

I always try and get some time in Nature to do my retreat planning….what better than a dip in the sea and an office with this view to help me centre and be present as I finalise the flow of the days….four days to go until we will be 😍

24/02/2026

The programme for the Nelson Yoga Festival is out and early birds are almost sold out! Join me, Jo Monaghan, this Anzac weekend for a morning Hatha class to build strength and stability and open your heart…with some fun balance challenges thrown in!❤️ Thanks to Yoga Festival Tribe for putting on this awesome event!

NELSON Yoga FestivalApril 25th & 26th | 2025Founders Park, Nelson, NZ Get TicketsMeet the tribe. Linda WysockaJanuary 30, 2026 Jo MonaghanJanuary 30, 2026 JonelleJanuary 30, 2026 Mary Rose DiasMay 20, 2025 Briana BowleyMay 12, 2025 Debora O’CallaghanFebruary 25, 2025 Ale MarchisioFebruary 17, 2025...

18/02/2026

Had a lot of fun reconnecting with Jae almost 8 years after we first met at a yoga teacher training in Vancouver Island. Fast forward to now and she doing amazing things, so I was honoured to be asked to be part of her podcast series, sharing what lights me up and inspires me. Warning….lots of hand waving occurs as I get excited about what I am talking about!!! 😂

What does it mean to truly step into your flow and live with courage?In this episode of Igniting Inspired Inquiry, I sit down with Jo Monaghan, founder of Th...