Chifull Sanctuary

22/06/2026

A year ago, Duncan, Jade and I sat down for dinner and began dreaming about the possibility of hosting a Syntropic Food Forest workshop here at Chifull Sanctuary.

In October, that dream became a reality as people gathered to learn, work, connect and explore what becomes possible when we work with Nature as our teacher.

A heartfelt thank you to Kai from Subtledream Productions, whose patient eye and gift for storytelling have captured not only the workshop itself, but also something of the spirit of the land, the people and the journey that brought us here.

21/06/2026

A year ago, Duncan, Jade and I sat down for dinner and began dreaming about the possibility of hosting a Syntropic Food Forest workshop here at Chifull Sanctuary.

In October, that dream became a reality as people gathered to learn, work, connect and explore what becomes possible when we work with Nature as our teacher.

In January, Duncan and Jade moved onto the land, becoming part of the ongoing story of this place.

And now, we have this beautiful film.

A heartfelt thank you to Kai from Subtledream Productions, whose patient eye and gift for storytelling have captured not only the workshop itself, but also something of the spirit of the land, the people and the journey that brought us here.

Watching it reminds me how much can unfold in a single year when people come together with a shared vision and a willingness to take the next step.

We are delighted to share Chifull: A Story of Soil, Soul and Syntropy with you.

Here at Chifull Sanctuary, in the top of the South Island of New Ze...

31/05/2026

For many years I’ve shared pieces of my journey through workshops, conversations, and social media posts.

I’ve recently created a Substack as a home for longer reflections, a place where I can explore more deeply the questions that matter to me, healing, growth, relationships, community, self cultivation, and what it means to live a wholehearted life.

My first article is already there, and I’ll be sharing more writings in the months ahead.

If these are conversations you’d like to be part of, you’re warmly invited to subscribe through this link. https://open.substack.com/pub/chifulljourneys

I’d love to continue the journey together.

Exploring the cultivation of life, land, and community through healing, conscious living, and authentic connection. Click to read Chifull Journeys, a Substack publication. Launched 2 days ago.

06/04/2026

I’ve been sharing quietly for a little while here, learning to show up, finding my voice, and exploring what it means to be fully seen. Thank you to everyone who has resonated with my reflections and videos along the way—it’s meant a lot.

I’ve now started a YouTube channel where I’ll be sharing more of my healing journey, meditations, reflections, and practices for connecting with yourself and regulating your nervous system.

If this feels like something you’re drawn to, you’re very welcome to join me there. On Instagram, you can find the link in my bio. On Facebook, I’ve added the link below.

This space here will continue to be for Chifull Sanctuary and updates from the land, while my YouTube channel will be where the deeper healing reflections live.

💛 Thank you for being here, and for being part of this journey.

You tube channel: https://youtube.com/?si=Z875_G9ez4tPRPSM

20/02/2026

Curious about Qigong?

Come and experience the foundations in a supportive, down to earth space.

Learn practices you can take home and weave into daily life to build resilience, clarity, and vitality.

Open to beginners.

Register through the link provided.

16/02/2026

Beautiful paintings in the sky last night, rainbow to the east and fiery sky to the west. Nature truely is the best artist there is! These moments are precious, they remind us to stop hustling and bustling in our busy lives and enjoy the beauty of the present moment. What a gift! ✨

16/02/2026

What a truly special day that was.

We didn’t capture many photos, just the centrepiece, but something much more important was held and witnessed in the room.

Together we explored the raw material of one of our stories from the past, the simple facts of what happened. From there we looked at the first draft, the meaning we made, the interpretations and conclusions that shaped how we saw ourselves and the world. Then, we revised. We re-wrote. We began crafting a new version, one that felt more true, more spacious, more aligned with who we are becoming.

It was a day of nourishment, honesty, creativity and deep connection. There was laughter. There were tender moments. There was courage.

It was such an honour to co facilitate alongside Rick and Jade. Rick held the container with steadiness and clarity, guiding us through each layer with care. Jade brought her warmth and insight, and the first draft of her oracle card deck, adding depth and creativity to the process. What a team to be part of.

Deep gratitude to everyone who showed up and entrusted us with their stories. It takes bravery to look closely, and even more to choose a new way forward.

I’m already looking forward to the next one 🤍✨

12/02/2026

As we move closer to Saturday, I wanted to introduce the three of us who will be holding Recrafting Our Sacred Story.

Rick Cummings is a Hakomi therapist and teacher based in Oregon. He brings a grounded, steady presence and years of experience facilitating workshops with care and depth.

Jade Cummings is an author, poet, and artist who brings creativity, insight, and a gentle reflective presence to this work.

And I’ll be co-facilitating alongside them, drawing on my own journey with embodied awareness, Qigong, and story as a pathway for healing.

We’re offering this as a small, intimate gathering, held with respect for each person’s pace.

If you’ve been feeling curious, you’re very welcome. Link in bio.

10/02/2026

Welcome to Chifull Sanctuary.

This is a living, regenerative sanctuary where healing the earth and healing human life are one movement.

Chifull Sanctuary is rooted in land stewardship, food growing, and sustainable living, and it also extends into embodied practice, creativity, play, and community. We see the land as a living teacher, and humans as part of the ecology, rather than separate from it.

Here, gardens, soil, bodies, nervous systems, relationships, and culture are tended together.

This is a place for:

regenerating land and growing food with care

remembering our connection with nature and each other

creative self expression, play, and joy

embodied responsibility, presence, and self leadership

gathering in ways that invite power back into each individual person rather than placing it on a pedestal

Everything offered through Chifull Sanctuary grows from this foundation, whether it is working with the land, shared meals, gatherings, creative play studio experiences or deeper embodied life practice and mentoring.

This page is the home base, a place to share the life of the land, the rhythms of sanctuary life, and invitations into community, practice, and co-creation.

If you are drawn to living in a way that honours the earth, your body, and your creative spirit, you are warmly welcome here.

This is an evolving sanctuary. You’re welcome to follow along, engage in conversation, or reach out if you feel called to connect more deeply.