Fiona Clark

What unexpected blessing crossed your path today that made you pause and appreciate the beauty in life's simple moments? #gratitude #mindfulness #journaling #reflection

Thanks Winston. We have done some upgrades since then which I will post about soon. Take care.

Installing a bush bath: Our $50 find There's a certain kind of grime that accumulates after a day working in the West Coast bush. It's a mix of peaty earth, sweat, bush debris and insect repellant. A quick splash from a bucket to freshen up for happy hour at the end of the day just doesn't cut it. In the absence of a shower we wanted total immersion, a way to literally wash the day away before relaxing beside the fire with a cold beer or glass of wine.

Installing a bush bath: Our $50 find

There's a certain kind of grime that accumulates after a day working in the West Coast bush. It's a mix of peaty earth, sweat, bush debris and insect repellant. A quick splash from a bucket to freshen up for happy hour at the end of the day just doesn't cut it.…

Reflect on a moment when you felt truly at peace this week – what were you doing, who were you with, and how can you create more of these moments in your daily life? #MindfulReflection #InnerPeace #SelfCare

How have you prioritized moments of stillness in your life this week, and what insights emerged from these quiet pauses amidst the chaos of everyday living? #mindfulness #selfcare #reflection #journaling

Smoke & manuka: Our fire pit feasts “The smell of wood smoke… the taste of food that has been cooked over a fire… these things are embedded in our DNA. They take us back to a time when we sat around a fire and told stories, and looked at the stars.”— Mark Hix, Chef Being outdoors, slow cooking over a fire, sitting under the stars. Another pleasure of simple living in the bush.

Smoke & manuka: Our fire pit feasts

“The smell of wood smoke… the taste of food that has been cooked over a fire… these things are embedded in our DNA. They take us back to a time when we sat around a fire and told stories, and looked at the stars.”— Mark Hix, Chef Being outdoors, slow cooking…

In what ways have you allowed nature to restore your sense of balance this week, and how might you create more space for those healing moments in the days ahead? #JournalPrompt #NatureHealing #MindfulMoments #SelfReflection

Winter-proofing the Shut: How a Mini Meg changed everything When we started taking the idea of transforming the Shut into a comfortable sleeping and living space seriously, I begun to search the internet for off-grid heating options. We didn't have solar power set up so the most obvious solution was to install a wood burner. Afterall, we had plenty of fuel for a fire. There are a number of companies selling smaller fires for tiny homes but the one that stood out was…

Winter-proofing the Shut: How a Mini Meg changed everything

When we started taking the idea of transforming the Shut into a comfortable sleeping and living space seriously, I begun to search the internet for off-grid heating options. We didn't have solar power set up so the most obvious solution…

How motel stays forced us to see the shut’s potential

At around $250 per night a Beachfront Motel room in Hokitika was a luxury we couldn't afford to repeat too often. On top of this was the added cost of petrol driving too and from the land and our hospitality expenses staying in Hokitika with…

How have the small moments of kindness you've experienced or extended to others this week shaped your perspective on what truly matters in life? #JournalPrompt #Kindness #Gratitude #Reflection

Describe a moment when you showed yourself the same kindness and understanding that you readily offer to others, and reflect on how this act of self-compassion changed your perspective on a challenging situation. #SelfCompassion #MentalHealth #JournalPrompt

In what ways have you allowed simplicity to create more space for joy in your life this week, and where might you further embrace minimalism to reduce stress? #Simplicity #Mindfulness #PersonalGrowth

The $0 cabin: When free becomes priceless

The metal prefab building stuck out like a sore thumb. It sat unloved in the little clearing sheltered by Rimu trees and laced with rain. Stepping inside it felt dank, cold and derelict. The harsh metal walls were scuffed and dirty, the drab stained…

Reflect on a small act of kindness you witnessed or performed recently and how it affected both your inner state and the world around you. #Kindness #Connection #Gratitude #MindfulMoments

Follow our journey to owning a beautiful piece of native forest on the West Coast of New Zealand.

In what ways has nature served as your teacher this week, and what lesson stands out most prominently in your growth journey? #JournalPrompt #NatureWisdom #PersonalGrowth #Reflection #MindfulnessJourney

In what ways have you been denying yourself proper rest, and what is one small change you could implement this week to honor your body and mind's need for genuine restoration? #selfcare #rest #mindfulness #balance

Statue of the happy Buddha siting in mossy forest.

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Visit my new website Rimu & Rain to follow my adventures as I transition over time to a calmer, quieter and more simple life in native forest on the West Coast of New Zealand.

What words of kindness did you offer yourself today and how did this act of self-compassion impact your mood? #JournalPrompt #Mindfulness #Reflection #Self-Compassion #PresentMoment

Reflect on a moment today when you felt truly present and engaged with your surroundings, noticing the sensations, thoughts, and emotions that arose without judgment. #mindfulness #reflection #selfawareness #presence

Reflect on a moment this week when you felt truly at peace with yourself and consider what elements (people, environment, activities) contributed to that feeling of inner calm. #mindfulness #selfcare #innerpeace #journaling

In what ways have you shown yourself compassion this week, and how might extending that same kindness to yourself tomorrow create more space for joy in your life? #SelfCompassion #MentalHealth #SelfCare #JournalPrompt

Describe one interaction with nature that brought you joy recently and how it shifted your perspective on what truly matters in your daily life. #nature #gratitude #mindfulness #reflection #journaling

Reflect on a moment today when you felt truly present and at peace, describing the sensations, thoughts, and surroundings that contributed to this mindful experience. #mindfulness #journaling #presentmoment #innerpeace

Reflect on a moment today when you felt truly present and at peace with yourself - what sensations, thoughts, or surroundings contributed to this feeling of mindfulness? #mindfulness #innerpeace #dailyreflection #selfawareness

How have you extended kindness to yourself today, and what small act of self-compassion could you practice tomorrow that would nurture your wellbeing during challenging moments? #selfcare #mindfulness #journaling #reflection

In what way did you prioritize your wellbeing today, and how did that choice reflect your commitment to maintaining a healthier work-life balance? #SelfCare #Balance #Mindfulness #JournalPrompt

What act of kindness did you perform today that made someone else's day brighter, and how did it affect your own sense of purpose and fulfillment? #kindness #reflection #gratitude #purpose

In what small way did you practice self-compassion today, and how might extending that same kindness to yourself more consistently transform your relationship with yourself? #SelfCompassion #SelfCare #MentalHealth #JournalPrompt

In what small but meaningful way did you practice self-compassion today, and how did it affect your overall sense of wellbeing? #SelfCare #MentalHealth #Reflection #JournalPrompt