Ditching the 'Perfection Playbook' - Embracing Our Beautifully Unique Selves
December 29, 2023
Ditching the 'Perfection Playbook' - Embracing Our Beautifully Unique Selves
Kia ora, e ho mā! (aka hello my friends!)We often hear that old yarn, "You've gotta be perfect to fit in," right? Well, let me tell you, it's time to toss that in the bin! Because here's the real deal: our quirks, our 'flaws,' they're like unique brush strokes in a stunning masterpiece. 🎨Imagine a world where everyone's the same - talk about a yawn-fest, right? It's our little imperfections ...
Navigating the Wondrous Waka of Life: Embracing the Present with Aroha and Ice Cream
December 21, 2023
Navigating the Wondrous Waka of Life: Embracing the Present with Aroha and Ice Cream
Kia ora, beautiful souls of the online whānau! 🌺✨ Shel here, ready to embark on a blog journey that includes life reflections, humour, and a generous sprinkle of aroha. Grab a cuppa or your favorite snack – we're diving deep into the seas of embracing the present. Quote: When thinking about life,remember this: no amount of guilt can change the past and no amount of anxiety can change the future. - Unknown. This is ...
Riding the Waves of Self-Belief: 8 Inspiring Ways to Embrace Your Inner Sunshine
November 23, 2023
Riding the Waves of Self-Belief: 8 Inspiring Ways to Embrace Your Inner Sunshine
💚Kia ora, all you sunshine seekers! Life is a wild ride, and sometimes we could all use a little nudge to ride those waves of self-belief. In a recent Instagram post, we explored 8 inspiring ways to discover your own self-belief, and in this blog post, we’re diving deeper into these strategies. So, grab your imaginary surfboards, and let’s ride the waves of self-discovery!1. Within Your Groovy Self:Start by digging ...
Embracing My Māori Beauty: A Journey of Self-Love and Laughter
October 26, 2023
Embracing My Māori Beauty: A Journey of Self-Love and Laughter
Kia ora, beautiful souls! 🌟Today, I want to take you on a journey - my journey. It's a journey filled with laughter, self-discovery, and an epic battle with self-doubt. But through it all, it's a journey of love and not just any love, but the most important love of all – self-love.In a world that often makes us question our worth, I've come to realize the incredible power of self-love ...
Our Teachers in Life
October 10, 2023
Our Teachers in Life
💚Kia Ora! How beautiful is this day? Well if you're living in Melbourne, it's a bit of a treat. In saying that, it may start to snow at any time too so who knows? 😆It's been a while since I've jumped on my page.  I really don't have much of a reason why, I guess ....life can throw you some doozers where a lot of the times you try and ...

Kia ora! I'm Shel, the creative brain behind 'The Art of Acceptance.'

🎨 As a Maori enthusiast on a never-ending journey of self-discovery and personal growth, I invite you to join me in exploring the vibrant canvas of life.

With a sprinkle of humour and a deep love for nature and life itself, my blog is a testament to the art of acceptance.

From life's quirkiest lessons to the sweet symphony of love and the comedy of everyday mishaps, I'm here to share, learn, and make you giggle. Nature is my muse, music my companion, and connection my guiding star.

At the ripe age of 50, I've made it my mission to enjoy life even more, with a definite wanderlust for travel. So, let's navigate this beautiful world together, one blog post at a time.

Join me on this whimsical journey of acceptance, wisdom, and laughter. Welcome to 'The Art of Acceptance.

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