December 2013 - Julia Matheson

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the art of stillness

30.12.13 Meditation has been on my to-do list for ions. And yes - I DO realise how contradictory that is! So, for the past 6-weeks I have been incorporating this goal into my life. With the help of Eoinn Finn and his Blissology dvds, my Duncan Peak meditation cd, and also the nifty little Headspace app on my phone, I have meditated every single day. Wow, 10 minutes of stillness can really... Read More »

’tis the season to celebrate goals!

20.12.13 As another year draws to an end, it naturally becomes a time in our lives for reflection. Is it just me, or do the years actually speed up every year? I'm sure they do, there must be some logical explanation, like the earth must rotate at increasing speed or something. . . how is it less than 5 days till Christmas already?! And because the time goes by so quickly, and we lead our lives... Read More »

give the gift of goals

16.12.13 It's only 8 short days till Christmas! If you're anything like me, you're still rushing around trying to find the perfect gift for people. Getting overwhelmed with busy shopping centres, car parking nightmares, and lining up at cash registers sound familiar? And what to get those people that already have everything? Do we really need more stuff anyway?! Put something truly awesome... Read More »

04.12.13 I have just returned home from a lovely little bush getaway. Just me, my best friend, her gorgeous little bubba and the countryside. We packed the car and hit the road - venturing into Victoria's beautiful Yarra Valley - full of rolling green hills, vineyards, orchards and fresh country air. As soon as I left town, and the first glimpse of bush was in sight, I wound down my window and... Read More »

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I came alive again last night! I shed my ugg boots

I came alive again last night! I shed my ugg boots & stretchy pants for a dress. I actually left my house 😲. I saw people in the flesh, not on a screen. I went to the city & was served dinner at a real restaurant. I heard live music that was made right in front of me & got goosebumps from this incredible set of lungs! [swipe to listen 🥰]

Out of stage 4 lockdown and straight into @allenstone at @thenightcat_fitzroy was a dream come true! The gods were shining down on us that’s for sure 🙌🏼.

The energy of being around other people & to be witness to one very special artist was so invigorating.

Feeling so grateful for some freedom & that we can do things to fill up our cups again. (Make the most of it, because we never know when things may change back again).

I hope you enjoy this incredible singer as much as I did!

Sundays are for some non-textbook reading for a ch

Sundays are for some non-textbook reading for a change! 🤓📚
My fascination with anything related to trees and nature therapy continues (I highly recommend the first two books if you are also keen on this topic).
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Clear. Confident. Inspired. This is what I aim to

Clear. Confident. Inspired. This is what I aim to achieve with you in every single coaching session. 🙌🏼

CLEAR - knowing exactly what you want & why you want it. (A lot of problems stem from not actually knowing what you want).

CONFIDENT - feeling capable & fully supported to go after it. (Lack of self knowledge, self belief, structure & support are causes of many a downfall).

INSPIRED - the spark within you is lit & with that fire, you are unstoppable! (Lacking the energy & purpose that drives big change can be like having one foot on the break).

When was the last time you had this level of support, encouragement and guidance in your life?

You bloody deserve it (but you already knew that 😉).

A massive dose of vitamin TREE was delivered this

A massive dose of vitamin TREE was delivered this past weekend up in the beautiful Yarra Ranges.
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Hiking up in the clouds amongst the giant mountain ash we saw loads of lyrebirds, babbling streams, crimson rosellas, cockies & kookaburras. The quiet peacefulness was overwhelming.

It was freezing but oh so refreshing! 🥶 Having an open fire place to come home to & crack open a bottle of red with friends made it all the more worthwhile.

This gorgeous picture was captured by @kendallmonk 📷

Sculpture parking with the family today. Sunshine,

Sculpture parking with the family today. Sunshine, blue skies & stunning artwork ☀️🙌🏼. Carving out some time for fun now that psych exams are done! 🥳

Keeping your heart wild & open is the hardest and

Keeping your heart wild & open is the hardest and most important thing you will ever do.

It takes so much strength to be vulnerable. To push beyond your comfort zone into the icky, palm-sweaty, dry-mouthy, heart-poundingy, unknown that is waiting beyond the safety of your zone of comfort.

And of course there will be moments when our hearts snap shut. When they go into lockdown. Where we bury them away behind layers of protection.

But our work is to see that, to be aware of how we’re showing up for ourselves, and then to actively try and open ourselves and our hearts back up to life.

This is the real work. The deep inner work of the heart space. It shapes your whole experience of life itself.

How can you edge your heart open a little more today?
What acts of vulnerability can you do?

Happy 2nd Birthday to my little Pipie Pie! You bri

Happy 2nd Birthday to my little Pipie Pie! You bring so much joy, laughter and wonder to our lives. Thank you for making me “Aunty Goolie”, it’s my favouritest role yet!
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If you’re anything like me, covid has me reflect

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A beautiful baby humpback was pulled out of the ba

A beautiful baby humpback was pulled out of the bay yesterday. It had died, and sharks were feeding off it near the mussel farm in Mount Martha. I’ve never seen a whale in the bay before, and it’s such a powerful reminder of all the amazing creatures that grace our oceans. There’s so much magic that lies beneath the surface that we never see.

I’ve recently taken up swimming with the “icebergers” at the local life saving club and it’s been so great having other people to swim with (and much safer might I add). People that love the ocean and want to be immersed in salty goodness like me. No concrete, chlorine, or black lines to follow, just sand ripples, fish, rays and waves.

For me ocean swimming is a dose of awe that only nature can provide. It’s biophilia in action. Coming across a squid, or a baby banjo shark or rays makes my day. The whole process is meditative, because everything is silent bar the sound of my own breath. Thoughts, worries, emails and to-do lists drift away. The cold water acts like a reset button for the nervous system too, so I always feel alive after a swim!

It’s good for my mind, soul & body and always sets me up for a great day ahead.

Who else is loving moving in nature? What’s your favourite thing to do and where?

Since going back to Uni I have spent so much time

Since going back to Uni I have spent so much time in my head & have really felt the disconnection from my body. I haven’t been feeling as grounded - I’ve felt highly stressed, anxious & my mind has been running a million miles an hour.

This short break between trimesters my intention has been to shut down the laptop, get out into nature, change my scenery and to reignite that sense of wonder & awe that I had lost of late.

This morning’s adventure was into the Arthur’s Seat state park walking part of the Two Bays trail to Kings Falls.

It was magic! Breathing in the scent of ocean air & eucalyptus, being followed by butterflies, coming across numerous mobs of kangaroos that were happy to let me stay and hang out for a while. Hearing the birds waking up and the crunch of leaves and gravel beneath my feet.

That was exactly what I needed, and to top it off I jumped in the bay for a post-hike dip 🙌🏼🌊.

We can’t always start the day with a 2-hour nature adventure, but boy when that opportunity arises I will sure take it!

After so many cancelled plans, escapes & trips las

After so many cancelled plans, escapes & trips last year we *finally* made it away for a well deserved mini getaway after lockdown 3.0! 🙌🏼 🌊🌿

A stunning house in the quietest little hamlet overlooking the ocean & tucked into the bush hillside.

With nowhere to be, nothing to do, just relax, be in nature & be with one another.

Waking up to the sound of the ocean & stunning sunrises was exactly what I needed after two weeks of Psychology exams.

I saw stingrays, dolphins, seals, crimson rosellas, eagles, kookaburras, herons, cormorants, lizards, rabbits & even a lyrebird on my bush walk this morning!

Such a well needed change of scenery after nearly a whole year. Never will I take for granted the freedom of being able to jump in the car and go anywhere I please.

Thanks for making it so rad friends 😬.

Any excuse for more LOVE in the world is a good th

Any excuse for more LOVE in the world is a good thing. Remember, wether you’re in a romantic relationship or not - the most important relationship you will ever have is the one with yourself.

The things you think, feel & say about yourself are a direct reflection of your self worth and self esteem. Make sure that they are kind, patient, respectful & loving. Because the moment you look for love or acceptance outside of yourself is the moment you give away your power.

The more you love yourself, the greater your capacity to love others & everything and everybody in this world.

It all starts within YOU.

So here’s to a whole lota self love today & always!

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