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Date 26 August 2026
Author Ilana Estelle

Another Dolly Parton quote

Something inspirational: “You can be rich in spirit, kindness, love and all those things that you can't put a dollar sign on.” DOLLY PARTON Yesterday,…
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Date 25 August 2026
Author Ilana Estelle

Since When Was Doing the Right Thing the Wrong Thing?

Have we become so focused on what works for us that we've forgotten what it means to work together? Someone said something to me recently…
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Date 24 August 2026
Author Ilana Estelle

Knowing Who Is In Your Corner

Where we place our time, care and energy matters It’s easy to get caught up in the opinions and expectations of others. We may sometimes…
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Date 23 August 2026
Author Ilana Estelle

We Don't Need More Mental Health Awareness

We Need An Altogether Different Attitude For years, we have been told that we need more mental health awareness. I live with autism, and mental…
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Date 22 August 2026
Author Ilana Estelle

Heart Health: The Benefits of Moving More

More exercise may bring greater benefits for heart health For years, adults have been encouraged to aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate to…
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Date 21 August 2026
Author Ilana Estelle

A quote by Jennifer Elizabeth

Something inspirational: “Starting over can be the scariest thing in the entire world, whether it’s leaving a lover, a school, a team, a friend or…
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Date 20 August 2026
Author Ilana Estelle

With Time

Making peace with a life is not the same as understanding why it unfolded as it did. There comes a time when you realise you…
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Date 19 August 2026
Author Ilana Estelle

What is Politics Actually For?

Why solving problems matters more than winning arguments I ask myself this every day. Politics shapes our lives whether we pay attention to it or…
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Date 18 August 2026
Author Ilana Estelle

An Anuel AA quote

Something inspirational: “Being real is what keeps me humble. It doesn't matter how much money I make or how much I accomplish. What's critical is…
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Date 17 August 2026
Author Ilana Estelle

Finding My Way

Living without the answers and support I needed meant navigating life while holding on to hope. When a child doesn't know they're living with a…
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Date 16 August 2026
Author Ilana Estelle

An Ordinary Moment

When Something Becomes an Achievement in Itself I particularly remember one of my father’s regular visits to my home after Mum died, when we got…
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Date 15 August 2026
Author Ilana Estelle

When Helicopter Parenting Lingers

Learning to Trust Your Own Judgement We often think helicopter parenting ends when a child leaves home. The constant supervision stops. The advice becomes less…
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