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LIV MAGAZINE NOVEMBER 2016 | l i v - m a g a z i n e . c o m

LKF goes Vegetarian yes, really!

Bowled Over

Confessions of a PT we find out what they’re really thinking

next-gen poké lands in Wan Chai

Yoga Heroes

meet the women making yoga accessible to all

Grease is the Word our five-minute guide to shopping for oil

Let’s Play!

Banish stress and get fit by finding your sense of fun PLUS win a three-night stay at a luxury wellness resort on page 16!

NOVEMBER

04 Editor’s Letter

LIV | NEWS 06 It’s a Date

Events for your diary

08 Hot Right Now

New happenings on the wellness scene

10 Fresh Cuts

Dining news that’s good for you

12 Cheat Day

Because #YOLO

14 Reviews

We get a load of laundry done with Impressed, and try a myofascial release session

17 Column

Adam White chronicles his fitness journey with Pure.

LIV | STORIES 20 Kidding Around

Rediscover your sense of fun to get fit and relieve stress`

26 Fitness Confessions

What’s your personal trainer REALLY thinking?

LIV | MORE 28 Food

We find out where to buy healthy oils in the 852

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30 Recipe

Pumpkin carbonara from The Herbivores

32 Pamper

A glimpse inside the brand new Sky Club Spa at The Royal Garden

34 Travel

You can’t beat a retreat at Amatara Wellness Resort

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40 Family

Meet the mums who are making a difference

44 Q&A

Eyckle Wong, Physiotherapy Manager at Matilda Hospital

50 How I Liv

Margaret Chung and Hersha Chellaram

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EDITOR’S LETTER

FIND YOUR FUN

As grownups, the idea of fun can become something of an abstract term. Sure, we play endless rounds of games on our smartphones, cruise social media and watch TV, but how often do we get to engage in creative play that stimulates our senses?

The idea of playtime for adults (behave) has been catching on in Hong Kong, with increasing demand for classes and pastimes that make us laugh, ignite our curiosity and take us out of our day-to-day worries, if only for an hour or two. We’ve taken a closer look at this trend with our cover story - find it on p.20.

Ever wonder what your personal trainer is really thinking?

We’ve found out by extracting some anonymous confessions from trainers, yogis and - yes - bikini waxers. Find out their innermost thoughts on p.26.

With so many oils on the market, it can be impossible to know what type to use and when. That’s why we’ve put together a 60-second guide (p.28) on what kind of oil is best for which purpose, be it frying, grilling or slinging in a smoothie.

Here’s hoping you can find something to do that makes you giggle this month!

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MEET OUR CONTRIBUTORS With little ones of her own, Kate Farr is more than qualified to help Hongkongers rediscover their sense of fun in this month’s cover story, p.20.

Meet Adam White, a lifelong self-confessed sedentary person on a get-fit mission with The Pure Group ahead of his wedding, p.17.

Andrea Lo extracts confessions from personal trainers, yoga teaches and bikini waxers, and finds out what makes them tick... and ticks them off on p.26.

Our travel columnist Kate Springer dishes on the best sushi place in Osaka, and gives us travel FOMO writing about the Maldives, .

On the Cover Model Emma Brown, Turning Circles Photographer Yun-Yun Juang

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Calendar

IT’S A DATE NOVEMBER 25-27

ALL IN A FLAP

Hong Kong’s biggest music festival, Clockenflap is once again coming to West Kowloon. The lineup includes big names such as Chemical Brothers, Sigur Ros and Jose Gonzalez, as well as top acts from around Asia-Pacific. Don’t miss the art installations, family-friendly zone, craft market and the tasty food stalls.

Tickets go up in price the later it gets, so buy asap.

Tickets $850 (Friday)-$1,620 (three-day pass) from www.clockenflap.com.

NOV 21 AND 29

FAIR ENOUGH Sharpen those elbows: the mother of all festive bazaars returns to the Conrad Hotel ballroom with two events this month: the Gift & Lifestyle Fair on November 21, and the Pre-Christmas Gift Parade on November 29. Organised

by Prestige Fairs, thousands flock to Admiralty each year to snap up the best of the city’s local brands and artisanal products from fashion to food, toys to homewares and everything in between.

Free. 10am-8pm, Grand Ballroom, Conrad Hong Kong, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, www.prestigefairs.hk.

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NOVEMBER 18-19

SOMETHING’S BREWING

Hong Kong’s biggest craft beer festival, Beertopia is taking place at the New Central Harbourfront. This year’s event will see 13 local breweries showcasing their tipples, as well as more than 500 types of artisanal beer from all over the world. Need a bite after the booze? There will be 20-plus top local restaurants there to feed the famished, as well as live music, DJs, games and a psychedelic chillout zone.

Tickets $285-$495 from beertopia.com.

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LAMMA RAMA NOVEMBER 19

CAUGHT IN THE CROSSHAIRS

The Hong Kong CrossFit community is holding a Movember fundraising competition, with teams of four from every box in Hong Kong congregating at Tung Chung’s Nine Dragons for a day of snatches and ‘taches. Each team will be raising funds for men’s health charities all month long at hk.movember.com, as well as competing for the title of Man of Movember, Miss Movember and Best Mo Team. There will be a party and a barbecue after the competition.

9:30am-5pm, Shop E, G/F, Seaview Crescent, 8 Tung Chung Waterfront Rd., Tung Chung. More info at tiny.cc/mo-charity-day.

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HOW BAZAAR

Hop on the ferry and head to Power Station Beach for an afternoon of fun in the sun. Lamma Fun Day is a free festival that benefits Child Welfare Scheme Nepal. There will be market stalls, music and family fun galore, as well as AcroYoga classes at $100 a pop.

11am-late, Tai Wan To Beach, Lamma. Visit facebook. com/lammafunday for more information.

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GRIN AND HARE IT

Raise money for a good cause and take in an easy run with Beam international’s Run For Smile event on December 4. Formerly known as Operation Smile, Beam International performs cleft palate surgeries on underprivileged children in mainland China, and so all proceeds from this event will go to a really good cause.

There’s a 10k ($500 registration fee) or a 6k run ($300) that take you on a scenic loop around Pok Fu Lam Reservoir and along Hong Kong Trail section 1 and 2.

Enrolment deadline: November 13. Register online at www.beaminternational.org or call 2827-8044 for more details.

Don’t miss the Eighth Annual Holiday Bazaar at Kee Club, hosted by lifestyle website Dim Sum and Then Some. There’ll be free-flow mulled wine, mince pies, christmas cakes and dim sum to keep your energy levels up for an afternoon of shopping some of Hong Kong’s top brands, including home fragrance brand Cochine, ethical jewelers niin and natural skincare line Purearth. Plus, there will be a charity bake sale of cookies from some of the top bakeries in Hong Kong, with proceeds benefitting children’s literacy charity Room to Read.

Free. 11am-8pm, KEE Club, 6/F, 32 Wellington St., Central. Details at dimsumandthensome.com.hk.

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The Wellness 360 Fair hits Pick up a bargain and save someone’s Repulse Bay, with a showcase of unwanted fashion from the landfill at health-conscious products from the Rug Lane secondhand and vintage local vendors. clothing market. It’ll be a fun afternoon Free. 11am-6pm, The Repulse of shopping, swapping and snacks.

Bay, 109 Repulse Bay Rd., 1:30-4:30pm, Ethos Gallery, 97 Hill Repulse Bay. Rd., Shek Tong Tsui. Tickets $40 from ticketflap.com.

DON’T MISS

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Cool Stuff

HOT RIGHT NOW News from the wellness scene

Out, Damn Spot

There’s an exciting new boutique massage joint in the middle of Central! The Right Spot is a swish new 1,700-square-foot space that offers all sorts of pampering experiences for busy Centralites - be it a quick foot massage or a lingering oil treatment - all in a moody, brushed concrete space with art on the walls. Uniquely, it has also partnered with restaurants in Central to offer dishes delivered straight to your lap, so you can really maximise your lunch break. All guests will receive an amenities pack upon arrival, containing a heated eye mask and a fizzing foot bomb. Prices ringing in at $320 for a 50-minute foot massage, and body massages are $420 for 50 minutes or $599 for 75 minutes. Most importantly, it has self-serve happy hour drinks from 4:30-8pm. We can’t wait to check it out.

Responding to a growing demand for niche luxury organic beauty brands, online retailer Cabanee has just launched in Hong Kong, offering a carefully curated selection of products that have been personally tested by the founders. Bottega Organica is an American brand that uses only organic or wild-harvested extracts. Its organic olive oil, which forms the base of its products, is sourced from a 500-year-old farm in Italy. For problem hair, Israeli brand Yarok is a certified organic vegan hair care line; Invea is an all-natural perfumery from Montreal that uses pure plant essences in its perfumes, body serums and candles; and Penny Frances Apothecary offers a small line of aromatherapy-based body, face and hair products.

5/F, 20 Stanley St., Central, 6998-7768,

www.cabanee.com.

www.therightspot-wellness.com.

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Can it be, Cabanee?

Cool Stuff

Sneaker Pimps

Are your poor sports shoes in desperate need of some TLC? To keep those kicks box-fresh, local design brand Square Street has just brought shoe care line Sneaker Lab to Hong Kong. The eco-friendly, non-toxic and non-corrosive formula is totally planet-friendly and uses beneficial bacteria to eliminate odour and keep shoes fresher for longer. The product line features a sneaker cleaner, protector, deodorizer, leather cleaner and disposable wipes, but for better value you can pick up the three-piece Premium kit for $259, which comes with a sustainably made bamboo bristle brush.

Available at Squarestreet, G/F, 15 Square St., Sheung Wan, www.squarestreet.se.

HERE’S WHAT WE DID LAST MONTH...

Pre-Spartan Race Workout with Ape.Fit

On October 15, Liv Magazine readers joined a buttkicking bootcamp at Sun Yat-sen Memorial Park in preparation for The Spartan Race on November 6.

The Ape.Fit instructors put everyone through their paces with an energetic program of commando crawls, burpees and team games galore, and then everyone chilled out afterwards with cans of Tranqini relaxtion drink and Lizi’s Granola. See all you Spartans on November 6! Aroo!

Treat Yo’self

Score your protein hit and satisfy your sweet tooth wtih Fityo, a new, made-in-Hong-Kong high protein frozen yogurt. It has 15 grams of protein per 100 grams, thanks to the addition of whey, which makes it a great post-gym snack. As the brand is so new, it currently only offers vanilla, but the founders are working to roll out chocolate and green tea flavours soon. $48 per tub, available from Nature’s Village, 36 Lyndhurst Terrace, Central, 2121-1637. Find out more at www.facebook.com/fityohk.

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Dining

FRESH CUTS Dining news that’s good for you

FAST GOOD More healthy lunch options have landed at The Landmark. Plant-based superstore Green Common has opened another branch in Alexandra House, Central Station Exit H, offering its usual selection of packaged health-conscious vegetarian snacks, drinks and groceries. But this new outpost also has a cafe concept, with almond milk coffees and green meals that are perfect for the Central lunch crowd.

Uniquely, it offers various Food 2.0 dishes from brands such as Beyond Meat and Gardein. Try the Filet-No-Fish meat-free burger ($32), or the air-fried crispy beancurd drumsticks ($32 for three). Our fave? The oh-so pretty high protein “Rainbowl” made with blueberries, avocado, quinoa and kale, which is coming to an Instagram feed near you.

Shop B2, Basement 1, Alexandra House, 16-20 Chater Rd., Central, 3582-4463, www.greencommon.com.

FISHY BUSINESS Poké bowl places are popping up like mushrooms, but new venture The Poké Co has really got your health at heart. If you want to go lighter than their classic marinated raw tuna and rice, you can try dishes such as Tofu and Zoodles, a low-carb, gluten-free vegan bowl tossed in miso and Korean fire sauce. Or there’s the creamy salmon and avocado bowl with quinoa and kale in place of rice; or smoked chicken on brown rice if you’re looking for a protein fix.

Shop 2, G/F, Rialto Building, 2 Landale St., Wan Chai, 37051782, www.facebook.com/ thepokecoasia.

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Dining

LESS PADDING

WHAT DO HEALTHY PEOPLE EAT?

The folks at the newly opened Apinara Thai restaurant in Pacific Place have really taken healthy Thai dining to Cris O’Brien, CrossFit Asphodel the next level with their “diet” Pad half of my shake for some added Sum up your food philosophy Thai ($118). If you’re a fan of the in a sentence. carbs - I add carbs to my shake. classic fried noodle dish but not so My mother taught me to “eat like your hot on all that starch, you need to Have you ever done a cleanse? grandparents” and you’ll never have try this version, which uses strands How was it? an issue - meaning simple food with of shredded green papaya (or as My everyday diet is my cleanse! few, but powerful, ingredients. we like to call them, “poodles,”) in I haven’t ever felt the need to do one place of the traditional rice noodles. honestly, but I don’t think I would What three items do you always The end result is a crunchier dish have in your fridge? handle it very well. that tastes satisfyingly like the My fiance and I cook at home a lot, When were you at your least healthy? original, sans carbs. Don’t have so we usually have a stuffed fridge.

I had a low point right after I graduated time to sit down? Apinara is If I had to narrow it down I would say university and was working long hours also launching a Thai bike stall choy sum, steamed sweet potatoes in my consulting job. I was close to 90 outpost in the Pacific Place and almond butter. kilos (I’m currently 75 kilos). I guess Atrium, selling boxed green What do you usually have for you could also say that I’m the perfect papaya salads to go: pick tofu breakfast? example of how someone can lose ($68), chicken ($78) or prawn Two to three whole eggs, a big weight and get in the best shape of ($88) for your protein. handful of choy sum, okra and their lives.

Shop 205, Level 2, Pacific QUOlixer coconut kefir.

Place, 88 Queensway, What do you snack on when Admiralty, 3107-1888, What’s your main protein source? you’re on the move with no time www.narahk.com. to prepare anything?

Chicken and fish, and then Nuzest Usually I pack an RX bar - they’re great Pea protein for my workout shake. little bars with very few ingredients.

I don’t eat red meat.

Or some nuts.

What are your favourite restaurants when eating out?

When was the last time you ate McDonalds?

Grassroots Pantry - and I’m Does anyone actually eat at McDonalds not vegetarian! anymore? I couldn’t tell you.

What do you eat on cheat day?

Chinese mothers love it when you love Last meal on earth: what would it be? their food. I will eat ANYTHING my Woah, big question. Indian food mother-in-law makes. is my favorite (second Where do you go for a only to mom-in-law’s healthy lunch? cooking) and I always Every lunch is a healthy lunch! overeat it. I would Usually I eat at Cedele. I work in eat an entire buffet Kwun Tong and there are very few myself and make the options for healthy food. pallbearer’s life slightly more difficult.

What do you eat before and after exercising?

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CHEAT DAY

Because life’s too short to always order the salad

URBAN GREENING Lan Kwai Fong isn’t exactly the first thing that pops into your head when you think of healthy eating in Hong Kong, but that’s all set to change with the launch of The Lan Kwai Fong Group’s collaboration with vegetarian organization Green Monday. A whopping 17 restaurants in LKF - including Beef & Liberty, Brickhouse, Jinjuu, JOKO and Lily & Boom, to name just a few, will now be offering specially crafted health-conscious vegetarian dishes every day of the week, as well as cocktails infused with healthy ingredients. And these aren’t just your regular green salads - each dish is designed to be fun, filling and tasty too.

We love this too-pretty-to-eat roasted sweet miso eggplant dish ($108) from Amazake Izakaya bar.

For a full list of participating outlets, visit the Facebook event page at tiny.cc/greenlkf.

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Reviews

TEST-DRIVE Liv checks out the newest workouts and wellness trends

THERAPY

Myofascial Release at UP! Health The Buzz: Myofasical release is a form of body work that releases long-held tightness in the body’s connective tissues in order to reduce pain and increase mobility. It can be used as a complementary therapy for migrane sufferers, people experiencing stiffness post-surgery, or those with long-term stiffness and aches as a result of physical work or postural problems.

APP

Door-to-Door Laundry with Impressed The Buzz: Take the hassle out of doing laundry with Impressed, a new app that picks up and delivers your clothes door-to-door. Just download the app, pick from the service menu - which includes a regular wash as well as dry cleaning for suits, dresses, blankets and specialty items - and one of Impressed’s team will pick it up from your home any time between noon-midnight, and return it to you four days later.

The Experience: The app is clean and easy to use, with items and prices clearly described. Once you’ve placed your order, you will receive a message telling you when to expect pickup.

The delivery guy was super friendly and even handed us a free sample of detergent from The Laundress, an eco-friendly laundry brand Impressed is working with right now. There’s a live chat available if you’re really stuck.

The Verdict: Four days later, our load of washing and our dry-cleaned coat was returned in perfect condition. No complaints here! Overall it was a very smooth and fuss-free experience - corporate types with a ton of dry cleaning to do will love it.

Cost: An all-you-can-fill bag of regular laundry is $90 and dry-cleaning for a two-piece suit is $98. It’s very competitive, considering the convenience factor. $180 minimum spend is required for delivery. impressed.hk.

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The Clinic: UP! Health is a friendly chiropractic clinic in the midde of Central that offers a range of treatment modalities. Its myofascial release practitioner, Jade, is a qualified yoga instructor who completed her myofascial bodywork training in Singapore.

The Treatment: We explained to Jade that long hours at the computer has led to chronic tightness in our shoulders.

This was confirmed by an assessment, during which also identified tightness in our jaw and abdomen. Jade applied intense pressure to the muscles all around our shoulders and upper back, encouraging us to breathe deeply as the muscles started to yield. She continued this at various trigger points all over our body, and while it got quite painful at times, we definitely felt looser afterwards.

The Verdict: The most marked difference at the end of our session was in our shoulders, which we felt had been pulled back into a proper alignment. Jade explained to us that we spend so much of our life facing forward that our shoulders start to pull forward and down, too. Regular sessions are recommended for chronic stiffness.

Cost: $900 for 60 minutes.

Room 1102, Wellington Place, 2-8 Wellington St., Central, 2110 1674, www.uphealth.com.hk.

GIVEAWAYS visit liv-magazine.com/giveaways for a chance to win!

WIN: A $1,200 gift voucher for A Day with Fe Local yogawear brand A Day with Fe has just launched its fall/winter collection, featuring sophisticated, minimalist-chic bras, tops and yoga pants. The best-selling eco-luxe leggings are made from recycled polyamide and are now available in grey and marine blue in addition to classic black. Want to shop the new collection? We’ve got a $1,200 voucher up for grabs.

Adaywithfe.com.

WIN: A hamper of goodies from GoodEarth Healthy Treats

WIN: A three-night retreat for two at Amatara Wellness Resort Need to get away and recharge? Amatara Wellness Resort in Phuket offers a host of wellness programs and deliciously healthy whole foods in luxurious surroundings, and we’ve got a three-day wellness program for two up for grabs! The prize includes accommodation, a wellness program of your choosing, healthy meals and airport transfers. The package is worth THB 98,000 (more than HK$21,000). Please note that the prize does not include flights and must be redeemed between April 1 and October 31, 2017. Check out our writeup on p.36 to learn more about the property!

Newly launched healthy snack brand GoodEarth Healthy Treats is a range of healthy bites that are sugar-free, gluten-free, paleo-friendly and packed with superfoods. We’ve got four hampers, each worth $420, for four lucky readers. www.goodearthhk.com.

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THE LIVEPURE CHALLENGE

#5: GETTING NOOD Adam White continues his journey from fat to fit with a tailored wellness program with the Pure Group.

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i there! Some of you may recall this “Adam gets fit” column from the pages of HK Magazine, in which I try to whip myself into shape ahead of my wedding. Well, the magazine may be gone… but my wedding’s on the horizon, and my quest for fitness continues. When I started out on this journey, I was a total weakling and tipped the scales at just under 100 kilos. I’m now down to 85 kilos and I’m stronger than I have ever been in my life. Pretty good going, right?

The diet has been the most difficult part of this entire challenge. The training, the cardio, even the yoga: I’ve been getting used to them. But the diet? Oh man.

About three months ago, I sat down with Chef Moises “Moy” Mehl of Nood Food to discuss what I should be eating. He made it pretty straightforward: basically, replace the carbs with fibre. And while he didn’t tell me to cut out refined carbs totally, I decided it would be easier to go cold turkey. Cold pasta, maybe?

It was really tough. Working out in the morning and then eating lighter, meals through the day meant that my energy levels were nowhere near where they used to be. I crashed every day at about 6pm and slept on the bus home.

But slowly, I’ve adjusted to this carb-light life. The weight has flown off, thanks in no small part to Nood Food, which manages to nail being both delicious and good for you.

My morning workouts are most often topped off by one of Nood’s protein-heavy smoothies, which deliver enough energy to get me through the morning. There’s enough variation that I can jump around the menu and still want to come back for more. The staff even know I prefer whey to rice protein. I didn’t even know that was a thing you could have a preference about.

I’ve even tried a juice cleanse, which isn’t something I’d ever considered before. And while, yes, I did start craving solid food and began counting the minutes until I could crack my next cold-pressed juice, I have to admit that - between some great flavors and the sheer hydration you get from pounding juice all

day long - I felt a lot whole lot cleaner and perkier at the end of it.

I’m doing a lot of cooking in the evenings, but when I can’t face going home and staring at a fridge full of vegetables, I pick up something from the salad bar. It’s divided into different and regularly changing categories of fibre, protein and carbs, plus some excellent extras. I’m all about the shredded chicken doused liberally in (healthy) gravy, alongside hearty helpings of tomatoes and kale. One time, I got a beef stew that made me forget I was actually eating healthy food. And here’s a secret - the portions are ENORMOUS. So big that sometimes I haven’t been able to finish them.

What’s wrong with me? What have I become?

I can’t even finish a salad? I’m a shadow of my former self, in every way imaginable.

But pass the kale. I’ve got a wedding suit to fit into.

Next month: Weddings (and Weightings)

Adam’s a total Bulgarian bro

Pounding kale like a boss. Who is this man?!

Follow my journey on Twitter/Instagram @adamawhite, #LivePure (or #MakeAdamFitAgain).

Brought to you in partnership with the Pure Group

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Liv

Magazine’s First Anniversary Party!

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A huge thank you to everyone who attended Liv Magazine’s first anniversary bash! We celebrated our first birthday with a big bouncy party at RYZE trampoline park in North Point. A typhoon signal 3 didn’t deter our guests from joining in the fun.

Gourmet canapes were generously provided by Invisible Kitchen. Organic red, white and sparkling wine was supplied by Vero Concept, organic beers from Black Isle Brewery were supplied by Bestbev and our guests were kept hydrated with coconut water from Vita Coco.

Our awesome goodie bag was jam-packed with treats from Aromatherapy Associates, Tranquini, Benefit Cosmetics, MyProtein, Kiwi Manuka, Made Good, RYZE, Body Awakening, The Right Spot, Dr. Wheatgrass, Urban Greenosophy and Roselina Skincare.

Our lucky draw included prizes from all-natural vodka from Belvedere, a dining voucher for two at Koko, and our grand prize was a two-night stay at The Farm at San Benito in the Philippines.

You can find an album with all our photos on our Facebook page.

Thanks to all who attended for making the evening such a hit!

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Cover Story

Kidding

Around

Ever wish you could take a break from adulting?

Kate Farr pulls up a beanbag to find out how grown-ups are rediscovering the power of play.

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ut down the smartphone and pick up a pog: learning to be a kid again is the unlikely new fitness trend both here in Hong Kong and around the world. Studies show that cultivating a sense of playfulness can help to reduce stress, boost wellbeing, deepen interpersonal relationships and enhance creativity and problem-solving skills.

As if the ever-growing popularity of adult colouring books and play-focused workouts wasn’t proof enough, last month saw the wildly successful TEDx Funtastic Salon event take place at the Convention Centre. This day-long event saw talks and demos from entrepreneurs in gaming and fun tech that allowed attendees to explore the many ways playful learning is influencing innovation.

“As adults, we often get so caught up in the “shoulddos” says Emma Brown of adult hula-hoop class Turning Circles (turningcircles-hk.com). “It’s important to connect with the elements of creativity, passion, and excitement that ignite our desire - not because we have to, but because we want to.” Brown’s hula hoop

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Reach for the Lasers

Turning Circles

You may have heard of Bubble Football, where players are clad in a full-body inflatable “zorb” suits before attempting a hilarious, bouncy soccer game. Take it to another level with a laser bubble football session, conducted in a dark, dry icefilled room with glow-in-the-dark zorbs, music and a multi-coloured light show.

Hilarious, completely baffling and a full-on, sweaty workout too – this is, quite literally, #squadgoals.

Various packages and rental options are available, visit bubblefootball.com.hk.

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It’s a Doodle

casually cycling through the office at theDesk

sessions are getting increasingly popular with stressed out professional types looking to step off the treadmill.

“The playful atmosphere keeps you smiling throughout your workout and brings an element of fun which, let’s be honest, we can all use more of,” she adds.

Another Hongkonger tapping into this trend for childlike pursuits is fine artist Eleanor McColl, whose “Colour In Hong Kong” books (eleanormccoll.com) are a hit with both adults and kids. Eleanor is enthusiastic about the benefits of adult colouring. “In a world ruled by technology, there’s much to be said for the meditative benefits of colouring - staying focused on one thing for a while and just being present in that moment. Everyone can benefit from being still, switching off, and taking a break from work stress or hectic family life, whilst still actually doing something.”

Looking for more ideas to unleash your inner child? Here are a few of our favourites.

Drink and Doodle is a bi-monthly gathering of creatives (think designers, architects, photographers and artists) that’s held in collaboration with street art organisation HK Walls and co-working space theDesk.

It’s pretty self-explanatory: rock up, grab a flavoured vodka pop and unleash your inner Jackson Pollock. There are prizes for the best doodles of the night, so sharpen those pencils.

The next event takes place on Friday December 9 from 6.30-10pm and costs $150 for non-members. G/F, 511 Queen’s Road West, Sai Ying Pun, 3706-8978, thedesk.com.hk.

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Got Game?

The first of its kind in Hong Kong, Press Start is a games hub for grownups with a firm focus on the social side of play.

Hosting twice-monthly public board game socials with staff on hand to introduce and facilitate the sessions, the aim of the game here is to connect and learn through play.

Press Start also host private events, and even organised the city’s first mass “PokéWalk” - an event that proved so popular that it required police marshalling. Only in Hong Kong.

3/F, 18 Gilman’s Bazaar, Central, 9283-2312, www.pressstart.com.hk. Board game socials cost $150, including all games, drinks and snacks.

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Hands Down Much like tic-tac-toe and skipping songs, the ability to execute a flawless handstand tends not to be a skill that we retain into adulthood. But Aerial Arts Academy’s handstand class will have you flipping out (and working your core) in no time; you’re taught progressive moves that will eventually lead you to be able to pop an unsupported handstand at will. Do it for the boost in stability and strength… or just for the ultimate party trick level up.

Class prices vary according to package credits. Multiple locations; for schedule information visit aerialartsacademy.com.

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Unicycle hockey

Find your Balance Once the preserve of people with bulbous noses and massive footwear, unicycling has ditched the clown associations and is now a bona-fide fitness craze. Up the ante on this balancecentric sport even further by joining a unicycle hockey session, hosted weekly at the YMCA King’s Park Centenary Centre in Jordan by the Hong Kong Unicycle Sports Club. This friendly sport is suitable for unicycle novices up to pro (the team tour internationally), delivering a surprisingly hard-core workout.

Squirty flower optional.

For more information see unihk.org.

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The fast and furious game of Dodgeball is an elementary school fave in the US, and believe it or not, there’s quite the scene among grownups in Hong Kong, too. The HK Dodgeball League holds weeknight matches from Monday to Thursday, plus regular try-out sessions for newbies. Join an existing team or get a gang of friends together – the combination of pacey uber-competitiveness and hilarious team names (think “The Jammy Dodgers”, “The Dodgefathers” and plenty more that are frankly unprintable here) make for a fast, fun and fit night out.

For more information visit facebook.com/ groups/LeagueHKDodgeball.

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On the Rebound Remember when your mum used to tell you to stop bouncing on the bed?

Put that advice right to the back of your mind and hit up one of two trampoline parks in Hong Kong: RYZE in North Point, or Bounce Inc in Kowloon Bay. The former has a ninja assault course, with foam pits to break your fall, while the latter has a bouncing wall where you can hone your parkour skills.

RYZE: 3/F, Kodak Plaza 1, 321 King’s Rd., North Point, 2337 8191, www. ryzehongkong.com.

Bounce Inc: G/F, EMAX, 1 Trademart Drive, Kowloon Bay, 2556 9555, www. bounceinc.com.hk.

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Zip it Channel your inner Spidey with a whole-day zip-lining adventure courtesy of Hong Kong Rock Climbing Adventure. Boarding a ferry at Sai Wan Ho, you’ll sail out to Tung Lung Island, just off the Clearwater Bay Peninsula, for a day of flying over granite cliffs, with only a steel cable between you and a sheer drop to the rocks below.

Not enough rock-based daredevilry for one day? You can also try your hand at abseiling while you’re there. Zip-lining tours cost $480, or $680 for zip-lining and abseiling.

Hong Kong Rock Climbing Adventure

For more information and to book a tour visit hkrca.com.

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No Kidding Wanna host a playful party? Kidult’s Amazing Party House is for you. Pick from four themed rooms to host your gathering of between 6-70 people – a tented-ceiling travel room, a cosplay and video game space, a full kitchen for cooking parties, or an astroturf chill out room. Rental includes use of an instant camera, air hockey, cosplay costumes, board games and retro arcade machines for that authentic frat party vibe.

11/F, Sui On Industrial Building, 134 Wai Yip St., Kwun Tong, 6344-8644, www.kidultparty.com.hk.

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FITNESS

On common misconceptions…

Personal Trainer: People think that becoming a personal trainer requires lots of work, but actually, it’s pretty easy to become certified. Most certifications require answering multiple choice questions, and all of them only take a day to complete.

Yoga Teacher: Students think that we lead glamorous lives, where we do yoga and drink smoothies all day. In reality, we’re constantly putting our bodies through pain. For example, we practise staying in certain positions for up to five minutes in order to experience how different alignment cues work in our bodies. And just like everyone else, we get stressed out. I swear a lot. We are only human, after all.

On the worst incidents...

Personal Trainer: I’ve had colleagues whose clients puked after a workout. If you’re pushing your client to the limit, they get lightheaded and throw up. But we’re always checking up on our clients in order to not let these things happen. Every trainer can make their client puke - but it’s about not making them puke, and giving them a good workout.

Fitness Instructors Ever wonder whether it’s normal to harbour a crush on your PT, or what your yoga teacher is really thinking about during Savasana? Andrea Lo gets health industry professionals to spill the beans on their deepest secrets.

On weird things that have happened...

Group Fitness Instructor: I was teaching a lunchtime step class, which was packed.

I couldn’t help but notice that the girls in the front row were laughing. One of them whispered in my ear, “Look at this girl up the back!” I did, and I noticed that she was wearing nothing but her tight, white undies.

This poor woman had forgotten her workout gear, so thought she would just do it in her underwear. She was a very good stepper, which is probably why I didn’t notice initially.

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often. The close physical contact between trainer and client is one factor, but I think that most of the time it’s because trainers look better than most people. There are also older trainers who have been divorced three or four times, who still want to date younger girls and then end up marrying them.

Yoga teacher: Many people can’t tell their left from their right. One time, I had to tell a student to put their right leg forward multiple times. They nodded, but still had their left leg out. In the end, I had to tell them, ‘Your other right leg!’

Intimate Confessions of a Bikini Waxer It doesn’t get more personal than getting a bikini wax. A wax technician from Nude shares her stories.

“I’ve waxed clients who can’t deal with the feeling of the strip being ripped off. There was a woman who came in with wax already stuck on her pubic hair - she wouldn’t let her previous therapist remove it! I said to her that she really should have just let it happen; I ended up having to cut the wax off instead.”

“When I wax a client’s backside, they sometimes fart. It happens maybe two out of ten times - you can’t control your muscles when your backside is being waxed. Clients usually notice the farting before I do, and apologise. blow.”

Once, I actually felt the wind blow

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On slacking off…

Personal Trainer: When I have a lazy day, I tell people that I’m fully booked in order not to take on any clients - then sneak out.

On working in Hong Kong...

Personal Trainer: Most of the personal trainers I know go into the industry because they enjoy working out, and they think that they can make good money. In reality, the turnover rate is high - most trainers are out in a year. If they last, it usually means they have a pretty good clientele.

Yoga Teacher: The pay is crap - and you get paid per class. In Hong Kong, that means working really hard to make ends meet.

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All About That

GREASE

Don’t know your canola from your elbow? We’ve got a beginner’s guide to oils, as well as specialty stores where you can stock up on these healthy fats. By Shan Shan Feng.

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Looking for organic French olive oil? You can find it at French lifestyle store Maison Bremond 1830, which sells its proprietary brand, Premier Pression Provence, in its Asian flagship store at PMQ. Its bottles are specially designed to withstand heat and block UV rays, and visitors to the store are encourage to blend their own flavoured olive oil from the impressive row of glass containers on the back wall.

Sourcing from products all over Greece straight to Hong Kong, OliveTreeHK is your quick fix for the smell and flavours of the Mediterranean. Their extra virgin olive oil is cold pressed on the same day that the olives are picked, making it rich in polyphenols, which have antioxidant properties and a range of health benefits. There’s also an option to build your own “Greek Goodness” hamper online - just pay $35 for a basket and the handlers will fill it with your chosen items - a great gift for foodie friends.

H104, Block B, PMQ, 35 Aberdeen St., Central, 2871-3168, www.premierepressionprovence.com.

Pro's Choice If you’re a fan of Jamie Oliver’s cooking, you’ll be glad to know that one of his all time favorites, Petrolo olive oil, is available at Profood. With a spicy aroma and a fresh, herby finish, Petrolo’s organic, cold-pressed, extra virgin olive oil is pressed on the day and bottled without filtering, . Everything on Profood is carefully sourced to be as natural as possible and low in additives.

Prices from $125, www.profood.hk.

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Fass and Furious With three stores in Hong Kong and many more spread throughout Asia and Mainland China, vomFASS is one of the biggest purveyors of quality oils out there. Originally from Germany, the brand has now expanded worldwide, and offers quality oils, vinegars, wines and spirits.

Its specialty is unfiltered, organic, coldpressed extra virgin olive oils, though it also offers a wide selection of nut and seed oils, including pistachio, pumpkin seed and rapeseed, to name a few.

Also offers oils infused with herbs, truffles or jalapenos if you want to take your cooking to the next level.

Multiple outlets, including 68A Hollywood Rd., Central, 2803-0513, www.vomfass.com.hk.

Oil Explain

Walnut or coconut? Avocado or olive? With so many types of oil out there, it can be hard to know when to use which type. We speak to integrative nutrition consultant Maya Schuler-Stewart in order to understand how to use different oils properly.

Coconut Oil Smoke point: 187c (refined) 205c (virgin) The “it” oil of the past few years, coconut oil is extremely heat resistant, making it perfect for sauteeing and baking. The tropical coconut scent is a nice addition to many dishes, but unscented is available too.

Rapeseed Oil Smoke point: 100c (virgin), 240c (refined) Also commonly known as canola oil, rapeseed contains a high amounts of Vitamin E, Vitamin K and Omega-3.

Virgin rapeseed oil comes with a distinctive nutty flavour and with a low smoke point, it’s ideal for dressings and marinades.

Flaxseed Oil

Oliver's Oil Everyone’s favourite posh food shop, Oliver’s has an impressive range of oils. Take the extra virgin avocado oil from Grove Natural, which is 100 percent natural and unrefined.

From $139. 2/F Prince’s Building, 10 Chater Rd., Central, 2810-7710, www. oliversthedeli.com.hk.

Smoke point: 100c Flax seed oil has a sweet, nutty taste, but with a smoke point of 100C, it should never be used for cooking.

Rather, spice up your meals by adding it your porridge, morning smoothies or drizzling it on top of your stir-fry after it has cooked.

Avocado Oil Smoke point: 275c Made by pressing avocado pulp, avocado oil has a

smooth texture and is light in flavour.

With a high smoke point of 275c, it’s extremely versatile and can be used for frying and grilling.

Chia Oil Smoke point: 100c Rich in omega-3, chia oil enjoys a number of anti-inflammatory benefits and helps protect against cardiovascular disease. With its neutral taste, try adding it to your daily green smoothie; the small dosage of fat helps absorb the vitamins from your fruits and vegetables.

Olive oil Smoke point: 160c (extra virgin) , 216 (virgin) The best known of all the healthy oils, olive oil is high in polyphenols and is good for heart health. Extra virgin olive oil is derived from cold-pressed olives. It has a low smoke point and a strong flavour, making it unsuitable for cooking, but its rich taste is great with bread and salad. Virgin olive oil is from the second pressing, and while it has a higher smoke point, it also has fewer health benefits. “Light” olive oil is a blend of refined olive oil and other vegetable oils and does not enjoy the health benefits of extra virgin olive oil.

What’s a Smoke Point?

Battle Rancidity

A smoke point is a temperature at which an oil will start to burn. Its chemical composition is altered and it will start to release free radicals and a chemical called acrolein, which gives food its bitter, burnt taste.

Oil also releases free radicals when it goes rancid, which happens when it’s exposed to air, light and heat. To stop your oils from going rancid, store them in a cool, dark place. You may even want to store them in the fridge to extend their shelf life.

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HEALTHY RECIPE

PUMPKIN CARBONARA

By The Herbivores

(Serves two) Ring in Autumn with this hearty vegetarian pasta dish that’s chock-full of veggies.

DIFFICULTY LEVEL: Easy

INGREDIENTS:

METHOD:

• 300g of your favourite pasta

1. Cook the pasta in a pan of salted hot water. Strain and set aside.

• 40g pumpkin puree • 30g full cream • 20g shiitake mushroooms • 20g Thai asparagus

PREP TIME: 20 minutes

• 20g French beans • 20g king oyster mushrooms • 20g button mushrooms • Cherry tomatoes for garnish

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2. Finely dice the mushrooms and French beans, and stir-fry until cooked.

3. Add pumpkin and cream and stir to heat through.

Add a pinch each of salt, pepper and sugar.

4. Top with cherry tomatoes and serve.

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REVIEW

Scrub and Massage at The Royal Garden Hotel Sky Club Spa

THE BUZZ: Mody Road’s Royal Garden Hotel has long been a fixture on TST’s culinary map, but a new, threestory addition to the 35-year-old hotel comes in the form of the Sky Club, a brand spanking new spa, gym and wellness centre.

THE SPA: The classy retro feel of the Royal Garden is faithfully replicated in the Sky Club, with mosaic tiles, warm sandstone and gold accents. It feels as though it’s always been part of the hotel. The rooms are large and come with their own shower and bathroom, and the changing area has a sauna and steam room for your enjoyment pre- and post-treatment. If you join as a health club member you also get access to the gorgeous outdoor pool that overlooks the harbour.

THE PROCEDURE: The menu is pretty straightforward, with a simple line of facials, massages and scrubs.

We went for a body scrub and massage combo, which used Angsana spa products to impart a lovely lemongrass scent. The masseuse gave us the option for an aromatherapy massage, or a more medicinal Chinese massage to ease out kinks and knots. We went for the Chinese massage and weren’t disappointed by 32

the deep pressure strokes, which sent us into a deep state of relaxation. The room was a tad cold, but the therapist took care to add towels to keep us snug.

WHAT ELSE? Heading there on a weekday? Make it a full “treat day” with a business lunch at Sabatini, the hotel’s famed Italian restaurant. It also offers wellness centre memberships, which grant you access to the rooftop pool PRICE: $800 for the 60-minute massage, and $600 for the 30-minute scrub.

17/F, 69 Mody Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui East, 2721-5215, www.rghk.com.hk.

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KOREAN BEAUTY

TRIE The world has gone mad for D TEST AND Korean skincare, which promises ED dewy, translucent and evenly toned complexions via an elaborate ritual of essences, sheet masks and protective creams. Give K-beauty a whirl with these all-natural sheet masks.

Luminous Purifying Mask by Roselina

Roselina’s products all use natural infusions and are organic, vegan and cruelty-free. Its luminous sheet mask hydrates parched skin, enhances elasticity, calms reactive skin and brightens the complexion. Contains cammelia seed, jojoba and argan oil, as well as hyaluronic acid for added moisture.

ASK THE EXPERT Introduction to TCM with Jill Morgyn of Dr. Lauren Bramley & Partners

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ith a Masters degree in Oriental Medicine from the Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine College in Berkeley, California, Jill Morgyn is an experienced TCM practitioner and acupuncturist who uses a pain-free approach in treating her clients.

$250 for five masks from roselina-skincare.com.

What is Traditional Chinese Medicine?

Skin Clinic Hyaluronic Acid Mask by Innisfree Eco-friendly Korean beauty brand Innisfree is known for its natural formulas. This 100 percent natural cotton sheet offers wallet-friendly pampering using an animal-ingredient-free formula. The hyaluronic acid allows moisture to penetrate deeper into the skin but without an oily residue. $18 from Innisfree, Shop A, G/F, 54 Yun Ping Rd., Causeway Bay, 3428-5640, innisfree.com.

“Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a 3000-year-old medical system used to diagnose and treat illness. It has a holistic perspective on the individual’s state of health, and includes internal medicine as well as psychology. TCM diagnosis is very complex, and uses a system of patterns identified by symptoms manifesting across the entire body and in one's emotions and mental state. It is a big-picture approach and isolates key habits in lifestyle and diet as precursors to disease, and focuses on longevity with the expectation of centenarianism. TCM is a lifestyle medicine; it uses tools such as massage, gua sha, cupping, acupuncture, food therapy, exercise, and herbal medicines to maintain the body’s natural equilibrium.”

What does Traditional Chinese Medicine treat?

“Traditional Chinese Medicine can be used to treat a whole host of ailments. It can be used for nutrition, pain management, stress management and digestive health. It can also assist with healthy aging, and can ease the unpleasant symptoms of seasonal colds/flus.”

Information presented by Dr. Lauren Bramley & Partners

Travel

Healing

Thailand Phuket’s Amatara Wellness resort offers a low-key but luxurious wellness program right by the sea. By Sarah Fung.

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hailand is in a year-long state of mourning following the recent passing of the beloved King Bhumibol Adulyadej at the age of 88.

While boisterous celebrations will be frowned upon for quite some time, this may be a good time to take a wellness-centric trip that allows you to rest and reflect. And with multiple flights a day and plenty of properties to choose from, Phuket makes for a stress-free destination.

Located on the Cape Panwa peninsula on the southeastern tip of Phuket about an hour from the airport, Amatara Wellness Resort (formerly the Regent) underwent a rebranding about a year ago in order to enhance its wellness offerings.

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After an extensive refit, it now has a separate Retreat restaurant serving health-conscious cuisine, separate lodgings for wellness guests, and a spectacular spa and wellness centre that offers everything from yoga, massage and meditation to physiotherapy, hammam treatments and colon hydrotherapy.

The hotel itself has a Kingdom-of-Siam-Meetsthe-Hamptons vibe, with blue-grey shutters on bright white buildings, splendid tropical vegetation and large balconies that really let you take in the ocean view on both sides of the property. A vast infinity pool overlooks the Andaman sea, and you can spot Koh Phi Phi in the distance. Villas with their own plunge pool are also available for added privacy. It’s about a ten-minute walk from Phuket aquarium, and 15 minutes from Phuket town centre, though there’s a mini mart and several restaurants all within spitting distance.

The property offers opportunities for fitness for its non-retreat guests too. There’s an impressive lineup of group classes and outdoor activities, free watersports and a healthy juice menu in its main all-day dining restaurant,.

The hotel has a small but pretty beach, with fine sand and a rope swing, but we recommend hiring a kayak and paddling around to the right for about 10 minutes for a fine white powder beach beside the neighbouring Cape Panwa Hotel.

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ining at Amatara’s Retreat restaurant won’t leave you feeling like you’re missing out.

Rather than the usual bland, steamed wellness fare, healthy dining at Amatara focuses on whole foods, natural ingredients and plenty of flavour.

Order as much as you like at breakfast, followed by a two-course lunch and three course dinner, or vice versa. The meals are designed to be nutritionally balanced and hearty, with plenty of greens. Think eggs for breakfast, served with nutand seed-packed breads and pastries, and then an all-day dining menu of broths, salads, light mains such as steamed barramundi with Asian vegetables, served with a scoop of the day’s healthy rice. Don’t miss the seriously tasty lineup of healthy desserts such as the utterly addictive raw almond and cacao bites.`

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Pick Your Pamper

The Spa

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he treatments we had at Amatara’s ocean view spa were excellent, and we loved the private yoga and meditation sessions, too. The instructor noticed that we were flexible but lacked strength, and so he took us on a butt-kicking journey of long holds in intense postures in order to fire up those muscle fibres. The meditation on the other hand introduced us to Yoga Nidra, a state of deep relaxation between waking and sleeping. We loved it, and felt that bringing the practice home might be able to help with stress and sleep issues.

The spa’s showcase facility is the enormous hammam in its basement, a cavernous spa room decorated with glittering mosaic tiles. The hammam treatment is a multi-step experience that you’re guided through by the therapist in five-to-ten-minute intervals: hot steam and sauna sessions punctuated by cold walk-through showers to wake up the system, followed by a full body scrub on a heated stone slab, a mud body mask and finally a chill-out session in the Himalayan pink salt room. After so much cleaning and scrubbing you feel as though you’ve shed a decade’s worth of grime, and you leave feeling totally renewed.

Amatara offers six wellness packages, all of which are available for three, five or seven nights.

DETOX Aims to reset your digestive system with abdominal massage, colonic hydrotherapy, supplements and ayurvedic massage. Choose between healthy meals or a full-on detox menu.

SPA REVIVE Ideal if you’re stressed out and in need of pampering, this package combines daily spa treatments with yoga and meditation.

CONNECT A bonding retreat for couples, you’ll receive his n’ her treatments, take a healthy cooking class and learn to massage one another, in addition to joint yoga and meditation.

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT This educational program comes with consultations and assessments that will equip you with the tools to reach and maintain your health goals.

ACTIVE If you prefer to work up a sweat, the Active package combines PT with physiotherapy, sports massage and access to all group exercise classes at the resort.

YOGA Features several yoga disciplines, including pranayama, meditation and neti pot, in addition to daily private classes.

Amatara Resort & Wellness, 84 Moo 8, Sakdidej Road, Tambon Vichit, Cape Panwa, Phuket 83000, Thailand. Tel: +66 (0) 7631-8888, www.amataraphuket.com.

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TRAVEL WELL with Kate Springer

MALDIVES? YES PLEASE If you’re looking for a way to de-stress ahead of the chaotic holiday season, The Residence Maldives has a perfect solution. The luxury private island resort, nestled on Falhumaafushi in the Gaafu Alifu Atoll, recently launched a new Yoga Retreat. Think daily yoga classes, meditation, spa treatments at the hotel’s Clarins spa, daily meals for two, wellness consultations, and some stretch sessions too.

Even if you’re not a yoga guru, it’s hard not to enjoy a sun salutation or two in one of the most beautiful corners of the world.

From HK$7,223 per room, per night. Minimum stay four nights. Available through December 31 2016. Falhumaafushi, Gaafu Alifu Atoll, Republic of Maldives, +960-682-0088, cenizaro. com/theresidence.

STAYCATION FITSPIRATION In case you need an excuse to book a staycation, Cordis, Hong Kong has just relaunched a fresh new Health Club. Up on the 41st floor, the renovated floor boasts views for miles of the Mong Kok cityscape. The new look also features brand new equipment, a functional training studio and a group exercise studio with tech-savvy equipment dubbed “Fitness on Demand.” It’s pretty much what it sounds like - more than 600 fitness videos so that you can customize your workout while enjoying a little extra motivation. Not to worry, the rooftop pool is still there so you can dive in and enjoy the underwater music after sweating it out. Not staying overnight but love working out with a view? The hotel is opening up the Health Club to Hongkongers with its new membership programmes.

555 Shanghai St, Mong Kok, 3552-3388, www.cordishotels.com.

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SUSHI SALVATION Every trip to Japan begins and ends with great sushi. If you happen to be traveling through Osaka, you’re in luck because one of the best sushi experiences of my life was also one of the cheapest. Recommended by our Airbnb host, Harukoma would be easy to miss if not for the long line outside. Alarmed by the queue, we asked the host what time the restaurant closed - considering returning for a late dinner. The teenager disappeared and came back with a tub of rice: when this finishes, he gestured. So we took our spot at the end of the line, fretting over the image of the rice bucket emptying with every seated group. Twenty minutes later, we took our coveted seats at a small retro-style booth set for groups of four. It’s an upbeat atmosphere: Sake spills from the tokkuri flask, and sushi streams to the table, seemingly non-stop. We ate roughly 20 pieces each - of tuna, prawn, salmon, egg, eel - and our bill was just over US$10 a person. See you in line!

5-5-2 Tenjinbashi Kita-ku, Osaka, (+81-6-6351-4319).

Kate Springer is an Asia travel expert based in Hong Kong. Tag along on her adventures at Wish You Were Here (wywhere.com), or find her on Instagram and Twitter @KateSpringer.

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Doing It For The Kids

Kate Farr chats to four women making a real difference to the lives of women and children in Hong Kong and beyond.

ALIA EYRES, Mother’s Choice and Claire Yates, Lion Rock Press

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t was Claire Yates’ own experience of motherhood that inspired her to design charity Christmas cards for Mother’s Choice. “When I became a mother myself, I felt a real need to give something back to the women and babies whose journey wasn’t the magical experience we all hope for,” she says. Following the popularity of the cards, Claire decided to launch Lion Rock Press, selling beautiful Hong Kongthemed stationery and gifts.

“Entrepreneurs like Claire have huge potential to make a difference for a cause they are passionate about by donating much-needed products and services,” says Alia Eyres, CEO of Mother’s Choice. Supporting children, youth and families in crisis, its services include a child care home, foster care and adoption services, as well as counselling and non-judgmental support for pregnant girls, and sex education in schools across Hong Kong. “We also support policies to protect and promote the rights of children in our city,” she adds. Now in its fourth year, Lion Rock Press has raised $140,000 for Mother’s Choice, and the pair hope to push this figure even higher this year with the quirky, lighthearted designs. 100 percent of the proceeds go straight to this excellent cause.

The full range of Lion Rock Press x Mother’s Choice products is available to buy online at thelionrockpress.com.

Alia Eyres, Mother’s Choice

Find out more about Mother’s Choice at motherschoice.org.

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NICOLE WOOLHOUSE, Box of Hope

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nspired by a similar scheme from the UK, Nicole Woolhouse’s annual Box of Hope project is changing the lives of underprivileged children in Hong Kong and overseas, one shoebox at a time. The idea is simple: children decorate shoeboxes before filling them with new toys, school gear and hygiene supplies such as bars of soap and toothpaste. The boxes are then distributed to orphanages, hospitals and care homes in eight countries and counting.

The benefits are twofold. “The project not only helps and gives hope to children in need, but it also teaches children about helping within their communities,” says Nicole.

As any parent knows, a little bit of healthy competition is an effective motivator, which is why there’s now an annual Box of Hope design competition. “The boxes we receive each year are always so beautiful that we decided to launch a competition. The winners come on a Hong Kong delivery with us - it’s really fun to see the donating children interacting with the recipients.”

Box of Hope has grown from just 1,200 boxes in 2008 to an impressive 24,000 in 2015. And while the scheme now attracts major corporate backers, it remains firmly rooted in the principle of children helping children.

“One year we distributed 18,000 boxes, travelling to a very rural village in the Philippines. I was opening a box with a little girl and inside was a card written by my daughter’s best friend. It was amazing to be able to show the girl donating the box exactly who received it. Every trip means the world to everyone who works on Box Of Hope and we all feel very privileged to be able to do this.”

Find out more about how to participate at boxofhope.org. To donate a portion of birthday money, visit twopresents.com.

NIKKI BOOT, DB Mothers and Friends

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rom its humble roots as a Facebook group, DB Mothers & Friends is now a registered social enterprise that collects preloved furniture, appliances, toys, clothes and books from homes and offices and redistributes them to charities, schools and individuals in need. “Since we started, we’ve collected more than 200 trucks of unwanted household and office goods, saved approximately 300 tonnes of waste from the landfill and benefited more than 3,000 individuals,” says founder Nikki Boot.

Nikki and her team now operate throughout Hong Kong, collecting unwanted items for a small fee. However, the principle of working together to benefit the wider community continues to underpin the enterprise, “We helped a young family living in a cubicle unit… with limited education and a low household income, they didn’t have the money to buy shoes for their daughter. After a social worker introduced us, we were able to donate not only shoes, but also clothes,

a wardrobe, a TV, diapers, toys and books. We found them a milk powder sponsor and even a playgroup, along with transport sponsorship.” Nikki continues, “We were able to hire the mother to work for us part-time while her daughter was at playgroup. When she became pregnant with their second baby, we hired the father to help us with furniture moving jobs - he’s been with us ever since!”

With the cumulative effect of these small acts, Nikki hopes to continue building a sustainable community, helping beneficiaries to improve their situation in the longer term, “I’m really happy that we were able to help someone earn a living,” she adds.

Individuals with items to donate can contact Nikki via Whatsapp at 9677-6676, email nikkiboot@gmail.com or join facebook.com/pages/DB-Mothers-Friends.

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FIT FAM with Kate Farr

Autumn is well and truly here and we are (whisper it) gearing up for the festive season.

But before we all go cray-cray for Christmas, here’s a look at some parental problemsolvers this November, tackling everyday family issues from allergies to stress.

SNACK ATTACK There are few things more stressful for a parent than a child with serious food allergies. And while it’s easier to keep a lid on allergens at home, steering clear of problem food becomes difficult at school, when parents can end up feeling a bit like the fun police. Enter Made Good Foods, whose school-safe organic granola minis and cereal bars are made in a facility kept 100 percent free of the eight most allergenic ingredients: peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, dairy, egg, soy, sesame, fish and shellfish. As an added sneaky bonus, each serving contains the equivalent of a portion of veggies, but come in deceptively kid-friendly flavours like banana and chocolate, apple and cinnamon, and strawberry, meaning they’ll actually get eaten, rather than swapped, at snack time.

Costs $9-$39. Available from Park N Shop, Wing On, Sogo, Green Common and Pacific Coffee outlets citywide.

PURE AND SIMPLE Over-stimulated, over-scheduled and all-round stressed out: being a kid is no picnic these days. The upcoming Fun, Love, Joy Kids Yoga Workshop on November 19 at Pure Yoga’s Asia Standard Tower studio offers three-to-eight-year-olds the chance to stretch, move and unwind in a pressure-free setting.

Led by Anjan Kundu, who himself has been practicing yoga since the age of six, the class takes littlies for a walk on the wild side, using yoga poses, song, dance and art to learn about the animal kingdom and stretch out tense little tiger feet.

Costs $360, or $288 if booked before November 7.

Register at pure-yoga.com.

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DOCTOR IN THE HOUSE Renowned child psychologist Dr. Louise Porter will be joined by naturopathic physician Dr Benita Perch of IMI and Andrew Cox, Director of Training at Joint Dynamics on Tuesday November 22 in a not-to-be-missed event for anyone passionate about nutrition. Taking place at the Island Christian Academy on Bridges Street, Sheung Wan, This talk, part of the Mind, Mouth and Movement series, will investigate the role that nutrition and exercise plays in healthy childhood brain development, touching on how environmental toxicity, genetic predisposition and gut health can all affect and exacerbate certain health conditions. It will also offer practical advice on physical activity and workable solutions for children with specific health and behavioural concerns. $715. Tickets available from eventbrite.hk.

Kate Farr is the co-founder of writing and editing agency Editors’ Ink (editorsinkhk.com).

She also blogs about Hong Kong family life at Accidental Tai-Tai (accidentaltaitai.com).

Send your family health news to kate@editorsinkhk.com

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AS YOUR PREGNANCY PROGRESSES, THE EXTRA WEIGHT CREATES A SHIFT IN YOUR BODY'S CENTRE OF GRAVITY. Back pain, sciatica, insomnia and shortness of breath are not uncommon.

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You can find your local Osteopath on the directory of the association. www.osteopathy.org.hk

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Q&A

Check You Out

Ever wondered if you’re as fit as you think you are?

We speak to Eyckle Wong, physiotherapy manager at Matilda Hospital, who explains why we should be proactive in managing our wellbeing.

What happens when you undergo a fitness test?

A qualified physiotherapist will assess the patient’s physical strength, cardiovascular endurance, flexibility and agility. It usually takes around 30 minutes. In order to be considered physically fit, you should be at a healthy weight, have sufficient muscle strength to be able to carry out physical tasks that you encounter in your everyday life, be sufficiently flexible, and have the energy to go about your day.

Why is physical fitness important?

Exercise is medicine. It can lower your risk for many health problems.

According to the Department of Health, lack of exercise is one of the major risk factors of heart disease, hypertension, diabetes and other preventable health problems. Also, with an adequate level of fitness, you’ll be able to enjoy life, work better and improve your quality of sleep. It can enhance your psychological wellbeing, too.

What happens after the assessment?

After a week, we sit down with the patient to go over the results.

We set goals and give suggestions, and together we will tailor an exercise guideline to help you reach your goals. Further coaching is encouraged to help keep you on track, and people can work with their physiotherapist to create a program specifically for strengthening muscles, increasing our range of motion or enhancing endurance.

Wanna get tested?

These gyms and clinics offer a range of fitness assesments.

Active Health Clinic, The University of Hong Kong HKU’s Institute of Human Performance at Sandy Bay, Pok Fu Lam runs several programs, including a consultation that assesses your risk factors for various lifestyle diseases and your readiness to embark upon a program; an exercise consultation service to determine the right duration and mode of exercise for you; and an Active Health assessment package, which includes a DXA bone density and body composition analysis, bloodwork and more.

10 Sha Wan Drive, Sandy Bay, Pok Fu Lam, 2817-4046, www.ihp.hku.hk.

Matilda Hospital Fitness testing is offered by the hospital’s physiotherapy department at $1,050.

41 Mount Kellett Rd., The Peak, 2849-0111, www.matilda.org.

Pinnacle Performance A goal-oriented training gym that offers fitness testing as an introduction to goal-setting.

7/F, Morrison Plaza, 9 Morrison Hill Rd., Wan Chai, 2469-2000, pinnacleperformance.hk.

RAW Personal Training Located on Wyndham Street, RAW offers fitness assessments, including BioSignature Modulation, which examines your ideal mode of exercise and diet based on where you store fat.

23/F, Winsome House, 73 Wyndham St., Central, 2415-6233, rawpersonaltraining.com.

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The Guide WELLNESS CLINICS Alive Wellness

A fairly new complementary therapy centre in Central, Alive Wellness offers a huge range of therapies, including acupuncture, craniosacral therapy, kirtan, lymphatic drainage, physiotherapy and mediation.

Room 602, Yu Yuet Lai Building, 43-55 Wyndham St., Central, 2541-8600, alivewellness.hk.

Balance Health

Teatments are divided into three streams: natural medicine, physical therapies and mind-body connection.

With more than 30 types of treatment available, Balance Health’s specialties include chronic pain, stress, allergies, women’s health and digestive issues, to name a few. 27/F, Universal Trade, Centre, 3-5 Arbuthnot Rd., Central, 2530-3315, www.balancehealth.com.hk.

Byrne, Hickman & Partners

One of Hong Kong’s longestestablished physiotherapy practices.

Offers treatment for sports injuries, post-operative rehabilitation and clinical Pilates, and can also help to treat chronic and posture-related pain.

13/F and 17/F Kailey Tower, 16 Stanley St., Central, 2523-7121, imi.com.hk.

Mind N Life

Clinical psychologist Dr. Quratulain Zaidi runs a family-friendly psychology practice. A particular area of interest for her is tech addiction. Can also help with problems such as anxiety, stress/ burnout and sleep issues, as well as more urgent psychological issues such as depression, bipolar disorder and self-harm. Patients are seen at The London Medical Clinic or at On Lan Street, Central. www.mindnlife.com

Soholistic Wellness Centre

Formerly the New Age Shop, Soholistic offers various alternative therapies, including kinesiology, health coaching and hypnotherapy. If you’re into more fringe therapies, it also offers tarot reading, past life regression and chakra therapy.

1/F, 7 Old Bailey St., Central,

Room 201, Dina House, Ruttonjee Centre,

2810-8694, www.soholistic.asia.

11 Duddell St., Central,

The Sanctuary

2526-7533, www.byrne-hickman.com.

Also has clinics in TST, Repulse Bay and Sha Tin.

Integrative Medicine Institute

One of Hong Kong’s longest-standing integrative wellness practices, IMI offers a huge range of complementary

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health services, though it also has a conventional medical practice. For aches and pains, it has osteopathy, chiropractic, TCM and acupuncture.

More left-of-field treatments include reiki, colourpuncture, iridology and crystal healing, among others.

Recently relocated to Wellington Street, The Sanctuary has a huge menu of alternative health treatments, from the mainstream (massage, meditation, hot stone reflexology) to the fringe (past life regression, energy healing, reiki). Regularly hosts visiting healers and wellness events. Unit 902, 9/F,

Waga Commercial Centre, 99 Wellington St., Central, 2537-1373, thesanctuary.com.hk.

Sports and Spinal

A physiotherapy clinic with two outlets in Central, Sports and Spinal specialises in back pain and spinal complaints, though it offers treatments for all kinds of physiological issues, from massage to post-op rehabilitation. For children, its sister theraputic centre, SPOT (spot.com.hk) offer assessment and early intervention for kids facing developmental or physical challenges.

15/F, Winway Building, 50 Wellington St., Central, 2530-0073, sportsandspinal.hk.

UP! Health

This friendly, newish clinic offers chiropractic and myofascial release in a fun, bright and welcoming space that’s a mile away from a stuffy doctor’s office. Room 1102, Wellington Place 2-8 Wellington St., Central, 2110-1674, www.uphealth.com.hk.

ONLINE HEALTH FOOD STORES Life Project

This massive online store divides into several categories, including health supplements, groceries, personal care products, household cleaners and babies and kids. On the groceries side, it has an entire section dedicated to specialist diets, whether you’re vegan, paleo, dairy- or gluten-free, or raw.

Lifeproject.hk.

Lotus Mart

Specialising in natural soaps, personal care product and household cleaners, Lotus Mart is a great place to pick up toiletries and bigger items such as laundry detergent and eco-friendly paints. Also has a kids’ section with eco-friendly disposable nappies and wipes from Seventh Generation. Check out the “Deals” section, which has monthly specials on selected products.

Profood

This gourmet online store is an Aladdin’s cave of small-batch artisanal products. There’s a large selection of healthy goods, including energy bars, organic dressings, dips and sauces (some of which are vegan or vegetarian) and other treats. Highlights include the Thai Mekhala brand of sauces, which are vegan and made in Chiang Mai. www.profood.hk.

www.lotusmart.com.

One Vegan Shop

For an impressive range of veganfriendly food and lifestyle products, any budding herbivore needs to check out One Vegan Shop. There’s a huge selection of milk alternatives, baking supplies, dairy-free cheese, meat substitutes, snacks and more - a hugely helpful resource for vegans, food allergy sufferers and health fanatics alike. Delivery is free for orders of $300 or more, but there are a few far-flung spots they won’t go to; check the website for details. www.oneveganshop.com.

Nutri Alley

A new online store catering specifically to people with allergies, Nutri Alley carefully sources each of its products – from snacks, condiments and drinks to day-to-day groceries – and provides a handy key so shoppers know at a glance when an item is suitable for them. The goods are categorized into nut-, dairy-, egg- and caffeine-free, and it’s also noted if they’re kosher or vegan.

Nutrialley.com.

CROSSFIT Coastal Fitness

Founded by former Hong Kong rugby star Ed Haynes, Coastal Fitness takes a community-driven approach to health and fitness. The gym’s Energy System Training program aims to equip you with long-term fitness development through mobility drills, running, squatting, kettlebells, Olympic weightlifting and a battery of tests to ensure continued progress.

3/F, Block C, Sea View Estate, 8 Watson Rd., North Point, 2512-2262, www.coastalfitnesshk.com.

CrossFit 852

One of the largest CrossFit gyms in Hong Kong, this two-storey complex is all about community and high-octane workouts. In addition to CrossFit classes, the skilled coaches offer a diverse range of specialty disciplines, such as power lifting, mobility, gymnastics and more. 1/F, Li Dong Building, 9 Li Yuen Street East, Central, 2205-0338, Crossfit852.com.

CrossFit Typhoon

An authentic garage-like box, CrossFit Typhoon is tucked away up in Sai Ying Pun. The narrow but energetic gym leads a butt-kicking WOD that’s full of squats, pull-ups, jumping, pushing, throwing and sprinting. 38-40 Third St., Sai Ying Pun, 2858-8864, www.crossfittyphoon.com.

Fitness Academy

A group of CrossFit friends turned business partners are behind this box in Quarry Bay. Fitness Academy champions everyday athletes who want to perform better in various sports, improve their metabolic conditioning, or just get in shape.

Shop D, 901-907 King’s Rd., Quarry Bay, 3708-8190, fitnessacademyhk.com.

LRCF Fitness Box

Situated between Mong Kok and Olympic, LRCF is currently Kowloon side’s only box. Its primary focus is on offering one-on-one conditioning programs that address your needs and help to improve your CrossFit technique.

25 Tong Mi Rd., Mong Kok, 2658-6218, www.lrcffitnessbox.club.

Reebok CrossFit Asphodel

Back in 2010, Reebok Crossfit Asphodel was the very first CrossFit box to open up in Hong Kong. What started as a relatively bare-bones club has evolved into a powerful community of experienced strength training and functional movement specialists.

GF, Fook Hing Factory Building, 33 Lee Chung St., Chai Wan, 3568-7719, www.crossfitasphodel.com.

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MARGARET CHUNG & HERSHA CHELLARAM Margaret Chung (R) and Hersha Chellaram (L) are using the power of yoga to help disabled children and adults in Hong Kong. Jointly they teach yoga at various special needs schools throughout the city via the “Art in your Life, Yoga in your Heart” creative program. Margaret is also the director of Beyond, a fund that subsidises complementary therapies for special needs kids, while Hersha is the director of the YAMA Foundation, a nonprofit that makes yoga accessible to people of all ages and abilities. They speak to Liv Magazine about how yoga helps to emphasise the body’s abilities, rather than its limitations.

H: My niece was born with a rare disease. I wanted to do something for her but because she lives in Spain I thought, why not do something for other children with special needs?

M: Psychologically, parents of special needs children in Hong Kong need to overcome a lot of hurdles before asking for help. I hope to reach out to the local community because I’ve been there [Margaret’s eldest daughter, Isabella, has a rare genetic disease, and her mother suffered from ALS].

M: I hope to show that there’s no shame or embarrassment in asking for help.

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equipment such as walking aids and wheelchairs.

H: We started teaching in 2013 when we met Christina Hellmann of the Joshua Hellmann Foundation for rare diseases. They had gotten a grant through Operation Santa Claus and they wanted to do something that combined yoga and art therapy.

M: It’s quite amazing to see how kids can express themselves, even those who are immobile or cannot communicate verbally. Just providing that opportunity allows the kids to open up. Through yoga we get to see what they can do instead of what they can’t do.

H: The government does its best to provide services, but there just isn’t the supply to meet demand. We want to present yoga as a complement to traditional therapies.

H: The most inspiring child - well, young woman now - is Catrin Anderson. She has quadriplegic cerebral palsy and communicates using a computer that she operates with her eyes.

H: If a child is on a waitlist for once-a-month physiotherapy, it’s just not enough and they lose out on valuable early intervention. So send them to a yoga class it’s faster and cheaper to train teachers.

H: Her mum is so inspirational in the community and she pushes herself and her daughter out of their comfort zone. Catrin is going to be an official spokesperson for the YAMA Foundation and is going to intern with us.

M: Beyond is not just yoga. We also have physiotherapists, occupational therapy, speech therapy, yoga and craniosacral therapy. We can also help pay for

H: If you can make someone feel useful in their body, easeful in their mind and useful in their life, that’s all there is to it.

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