Aroha - Maori Wisdom for a Contented Life Lived in Harmony with Our Planet

Ki te kotahi te kākaho ka whati, ki te kāpuia, e kore e whati
When we stand alone we are vulnerable but together we are unbreakable

Discover traditional Māori philosophy through 52 whakataukī – simple, powerful life lessons, one for every week. Each one is retold by respected Māori psychiatrist Dr Hinemoa Elder to show how we can live a less stressful daily life, with more contentment and kindness for each other and the planet.

Find out how the power of aroha can help you each day, and through its many meanings – fundamental Māori values – make a happier world for everyone.

• Written by Dr Hinemoa Elder
• Chapters include: Manaakitanga (love for each other), Kaitiakitanga (respect for our planet), Whanaungatanaga (community and connectivity) (self-determination) and Tino rangatiratangaga (community and connectivity) (self-determination)

Dr Hinemoa Elder has lived on Waiheke Island for 21 years. She is a child and adolescent psychiatrist, working at the Child and Family Unit at Starship Hospital, in Auckland. She is also a Māori Strategic Leader for the Centre of Research Excellence (CoRE) for the Ageing Brain. You can also find her on Instagram @drhinemoa.

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