Sundari Austin

Recently I changed rooms in my unit and I now have my computer in the back room. A room with a view. I look out over a beautiful assortment of trees and a wide scope of sky. As I sit here typing this post I glance up to see birds flying, trees swaying in the […]

When you place a seed in the earth you don’t expect it to grow into a full plant overnight – it is a process and it takes time. The seed needs the right environment and nourishment to grow. So it is with a creative project – it takes time and patience and perserverance. Yes, it […]

As a facilitator of the Artist’s Way 12 week course I am always aware of the importance of self care. Julia encourages us all the way through the course to remember to take good care of ourselves. As I write my morning pages each day I am reminded of what I am doing, and what […]

I love to dance, especially free movement. Yesterday I saw the film, Pina. Amazing. xxxx I was captivated by the beautiful expressive dancers and their emotive movements. My soul has been calling me back to dance for a long time and I am definitely inspired to get my body moving and flowing, and enjoying free […]

It’s Father’s Day today and time for me to reflect on my own father and our relationship. My dad passed over many years ago when I was in my mid twenties. I am so thankful for his love of gardening and the abundance of fresh food that was supplied by this love. Also for the […]

What can I do today to nurture myself? A loving action. Today, as I walk to the station, I can allow myself the joy of noticing the blossoms on the trees – the new leaves appearing on the trees in my street, the flowers that offer their beauty so freely. These small actions nurture me […]

I am so enjoying writing my morning pages at the moment – three A4 pages of long hand first thing in the morning – brain drain – it makes my day so much lighter. It is quite incredible what gets poured out onto the paper. (Julia Cameron suggests this practice in her book The Artist’s […]

When we think of clearing the clutter we often think of all the material stuff we accumulate and the mountains of obstacles it can create along the way. Yes, I am working on that – I am a self confessed book addict and I also have storage – oh dear, it is time to look […]

I had another wonderful acupuncture session today and once again I am reminded of the importance of connecting to the life energy that is flowing through me in every moment. As I lie on the table with needles placed in various meridian points, I am very present to the gift of life, and I am […]

I really enjoyed the Organic Expo and Green Show in Sydney at the weekend. It is great to support the growing demand for healthier, more sustainable products, and services that enhance our lifestyle. It is also a wonderful experience to be around like-minded people – so important for our general well being. I also got […]