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Letter from the Editor Life is truly a majestic tapestry. It is filled with the people we know and love, with our experiences good and bad, our dreams and ambitions, and it is interwoven with our dreams, ambitions, and emotions. And as I welcome you and invite you to read this our fourth issue of 2021, we are excitedly waiting to see our athletes complete at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. And like a tapestry our lives are completed and filled by participating in life, developing our relationships with others, finding our purpose, being true to our emotions, challenging ourselves to be complete, and living our lives as we must. I am wholeheartedly excited for our young athletes whose years of determination and training will have their time to shine compete at these Olympics. And our young athletes’ tapestry will be completed by the threads they weave into their lives, their successes and failures, their wins and losses, and the memories that they create. As they try their best. It is an unusual and remarkable Olympic journey that our young athletes will undertake. It will be a hollow arena. There will be no spectators, no supporters, no jeering from the opposition. Those coming straight from training camps will be able to hone-in on their determination to win. Yet, most will have competed in front of crowds, some even drawing their energy from the enthusiastic supporters. The hollow areas remind me that we do not walk alone, we need people in our lives to help us complete our own tapestry. Every person whom we meet adds to that tapestry. Some interactions will be unpleasant but that is okay. The differences in opinion, the negative emotions are a part of who we are. And it is the negative experiences and emotions that illuminate the positive experiences even more.
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And so for this issue we bring you stories and articles about the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, Japanese culture, and long distance relationships. We bring you articles of reflection and introspection, to find your purpose, to embrace your negative emotions, and embrace the complete you.
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Food for Thought Elderberry Mickayla Hosking
The Elder tree, or Sambucus nigra, produces these small, seedy, deep purple berries that hold a renowned power. It’s common in cold and flu herbal mixes, especially with children, due to its antiviral, immune enhancing and anti-inflammatory properties. The berries themselves are usually made into a syrup as ingesting them raw can lead to digestive upset. There is some evidence that the berries can help relieve pain and the histamine response in sinus and allergy conditions. It’s a great folk remedy for illness prevention and to shorten the length of winter sickness. The Elder tree also produces a stunning umbrella of white flowers prior to the berries which are used traditionally for respiratory infections and sinus infections.
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A study by Hawkins, et al. (2018) suggests that for upper respiratory conditions, such as the common cold and mild flu, Elderberry was able to reduce the severity of symptoms. Tiralongo, et al. (2016) followed such evidence, demonstrating placebo groups had longer cold duration and symptoms score was higher (i.e. more severe). This study included air travel, as this is usually a place where our immune systems are compromised and most likely to stain the passengers health (i.e. flights are stressful). Elderberries have antibacterial and antiviral properties which make them perfect for cold and flu season as immune support. Two clinical trials using a liquid elderberry extract (Sambucol®) showed a reduction in symptoms and duration of influenza infection. A pilot trial with elderberry extract lozenges also confirmed a beneficial effect on severity and duration of cold and flu like symptoms.
Ways you can use Elder at home: Decoction: A cup of immune-boosting elderberry tea if drunk regularly can help fight against cold and flu symptoms. Add 1 tsp of dried elderberries to two cups of water and boil for up to 15 minutes before straining. Honey can also be added as a natural sweetener. This is similar to a tea but the brew time is much longer and you must cover the brew to ensure no loss of medicinal properties and cook for the recommended time. I recommend 2-4 cups a day for prevention during flu season, and 4-8 a day for reducing symptoms and length of illness. Syrup: If you prefer to enjoy elderberry for its health benefits in a syrup form, make a decoction beforehand that can then be strained, simmered down to reduce moisture, and mixed with honey. This is one of the easiest methods to enjoy a daily spoonful of elderberry syrup that will last for up to one month in the fridge. Alternatively you may find a syrup blend from your health food store or pharmacy, such as the Sambucol brand. 1 tsp to be taken 3-4 times a day. Tincture: this one can be obtained from your Naturopath or made at home within a few months. If you would like to find out more about how herbs can help or nutrition haven’t exercised in a while, you should consult with your doctor, physiotherapist or a podiatrist. Mickayla is a qualified Naturopath. She has completed a Bachelor of Health Science (Naturopathy) from Torrens University and currently runs her own naturopathy clinic. Please seek advice from your health practitioner before beginning new treatment.
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A Small Hero Tiny Homes As an Australian after years of living in the large homes and apartments in Victoria, when I moved to Hong Kong I experienced the rude awakening of living in under 60m2 and I did this for nearly ten years. It became a personal epiphany around how I lived and what was really important in my life, streamlining the essentials, living a minimalistic existence but essentially enjoying a big lifestyle.
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“Planning frameworks are the largest single determinant of the number of granny flats constructed in each state. Restrictive rules in Victoria result in a very low number of granny flats for a state of its size – less than even SA and WA.“
Australian homes or new designs, there can be so much wasted space, more areas to clean, higher running costs, low usage areas and reduced overall comfort. Do they really suit your lifestyle, flexibility in your current living arrangements or future needs? When living small, consider your functional usable space requirements, affordability, carbon footprint, running costs, investment size plus how environmentally friendly your design is. Reach out, as there are so many resources and professionals available these days for us to explore designing and building a Tiny Home or Granny Flat on our land, new property or investment. With an ageing population we all have loved ones that may in the future benefit from living with us, but prefer their own privacy and space, so having the option to provide a tiny home or granny flat on our land is great. Consider your land, or the land as part of a home your considering buying. Is there potential for a back yard subdivision or can you build a tiny home or granny flat? Contact your local council or engage a professional to answer these questions and the value add possible at the site, as due diligence is always worth your time. Development, planning and design takes time, but if you ask yourself all the hard questions, do the critical thinking, engage professionals with expert opinions, all these can manage your risk and reduce any regrets you may experience in the future.
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We all bring our life experiences to the table when considering our homes, investments and living arrangements which change overtime, but the essential items can typically remain the same (i.e. kitchen, bathroom, sleeping, lounge & outside areas). Really how much space we all need is a personal choice, but from my experience it is normally more than we really need and with good design and professional help you will be surprised at the results and benefits. This has been the second instalment of a three part series where I look at the benefits of A Small hero – Tiny Home, Small Home, Granny Flat or Secondary dwelling. Andrew is a licensed estate agent based in Victoria who has enjoyed a long business career in Australia and overseas providing solutions and building a referral business. www.maxjre.com Embrace | 59
Andrew Johnson is a licensed estate agent, businessman & entrepreneur based in Brown Hill who has enjoyed a long and varied business career in Australia and overseas providing solutions and building a strong referral business.
Mobile 0473 207 988 Email andrew@maxjre.com LinkedIn http://linkedin.com/in/andrew-johnson-8435092 Company Maxwell Johnson Real Estate Pty Ltd Address 9 Gracefield Road, Brown Hill, VIC 3350
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Interior Harmony with Irina First impressions count and everyone loves a warm greeting and a friendly smile. It makes them feel welcomed and appreciated. Your lighting story allows you to greet the guests and visitors to your home with that same warm welcome. When you are planning your room, remember to plan the lighting. Lighting, is a huge topic to talk about, but I wanted to give you a few ideas to keep in mind. First of all, think about all activities, what’s going on in this room—for example – the kitchen. You are cooking, eating breakfast, lunch, dinner here, quite often having a pre-drink for all home-base events or before going out, sometimes kids doing homework, relaxing with a cup of coffee or tea and more, more and more – this all depends on your family.
First scenario – general light, usually it is a downlight. Your down lighting should be enough to feel the bright light. “I recommend 1 downlight per 3 square metres of floor space.” Second scenario – accent light. This is a light above the island, dining table, coffee table, bench – all areas which you want to highlight. This should be the point of attention. Aim for a bold design, reflecting your house style. The third scenario – work light and, at the same time, gentle accent. This is a light above the workbench, some storage spaces, i.e. shelves, rangehood, pantry. This is your first helper to cook and clean! LED light strips, built into the bottom of the cupboards or shelves are a most useful way to do work light. And a fourth scenario – light accessories, such as candles, small table lights, side lamps – all that you can easy to change, move around and create a warm atmosphere for the family or romantic dinner.
Now you too, can create your own light life!
Irina Mazalova is a qualified Interior Designer and owner of LineStudio2020 . Irina offers advice and planning for residential and commercial projects. Her portfolio covers a variety of styles and colour palettes.
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Your Money, Your Wealth, Your Estate Jacqueline Hodges
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ave you ever looked out to the distance as you stood at the beach or on hill and wondered how far it was to the horizon? It seems so far away. And just like the horizon, planning for your retirement and into old age seems so far away. But time goes by so quickly, so your planning should begin earlier rather than later. Yet, it can be overwhelming conceptually to plan for today, tomorrow and some other relatively unknown date far into the future. So, in this article I will provide you with some guidance to begin your financial journey.
Let’s start by thinking about your life stages as different horizons. Life stages are the significant milestones in your life. To align your plan to your life stages, think about your short-term, mediumterm and long-term needs and wants. Once you understand your short, medium, and long term needs and wants you can begin to plan how you will achieve those needs and wants and when you want to achieve them. You needs and wants are quantifiable goals and targets.
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Time Horizons Short Term
< 5 years
Medium Term
3 to 10 years
Long Term
10 to 20 years +
For example, if you want to buy a new Tesla in the next two years, then you have a short-term goal. You know that a new Tesla will cost around $70,000. So your plan will include how you are going to achieve this goal. Can you pay for the new car with savings you already have, or will you need to borrow to finance the purchase? Thinking further along the horizon, if you want to an adventurous driving trip around Australia in the next five years, you have a medium-term goal. A trip around Australia requires quite a lot of planning but it is quantifiable. You can estimate the costs and the time frames. Your long term horizon, that is more than 10 years into the future, may include stocking up on big ticket items prior to retiring, renovating your house, retiring to the beach, or making a tree change. Again you can prepare and plan how you will meet these goals.
Time is more valuable than money. You can get more money, but you cannot get more time.
— Jim Rohn
Life Stages There are several theories on life stages, and how the stages are interpreted. Lifespan psychologists consider these as periods of development, moving from infancy through to adulthood, categorising the milestones of life into eight or nine stages such as Erik Erikson and Joan Erikson‘s Eight and later Nine Stages of Life, or even 12 stages such as Dr Armstrong’s The 12 Stages of the Human Life Cycle. Others base the life stages on broader conceptual grouping or simplify the development into three or four stages. There is no rule is how you identify with your life stage, and in some cases you may slip back to an earlier stage. For example, you have a baby in later life, you may slip from an empty nester back to motherhood, or you may retire but then return to work or business. Choose the life stage that you identify with or that resonates with you and then begin your financial journey.
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