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Wild Edges

Locality: Forrest, Victoria

Address: 233 kents road 3236 Forrest, VIC, Australia

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25.01.2022 Remembering the old ways... Love in a cup Today, I am sick. Run down, snotty, full of bleh.. so I am taking some well deserved time off. To nourish myself and put the love back in! ... Do you remember the days when we got fresh milk from the cow delivered to your door? When you ground your own herbs and spices using a pestle & mortar? When you you would sing LIFE into your food and LOVE into your cooking! Knowing that the very essence of what you put IN becomes what you ARE.. The days before China imported anything and everything. The days before everything came in single use plastic wrap. The days before convenience shopping began and you couldn’t click your fingers and say - tonight! We shall have tempeh! No, back then we had to use whatever was in the garden, ask your neighbour for some sugar if you were low and use your creativity to make something magical.. Well in my complete honesty I don’t actually remember those days either.. in a 90’s kid! I remember watching cartoons before school and spending way too many hours on my gameboy However, there is a part of me.. that knows. That remembers! That yearns for this wholesome way of being & Even though I was never alive to witness it as a child and neither of my parents could pass on this knowledge, there is an ancient part of me that calls so strongly I cannot ignore! And even if I chose to ignore she would huff and puff and blow me down until I am forced to listen.. Which brings me into this moment, which brings me into deep winter. Which brings me to shed like a snake, as I allow all of the no good, quick, cheap, easy, over productive, adrenalised, consumption based ways that I have been conditioned to believed to die.. Today I take rest. And I reflect. And I listen.. And I give so much thanks Homemade remedies ~ Sun bathing to kill bacteria & dead cells Nourished w/freshly pressed, warm&spicy almond milk xxxx Love in a cup ~ we are the healers

22.01.2022 Start your weekend on a highhhhh! tomorrow morning we are LIVE In the ‘ZOOM ROOM’ With the crew @ Mind Your Groove ... Offering a guided warmup & open floor dance space for all ~ Just follow the event link ~ See you on the floor!! https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8231038520

21.01.2022 I’m going to share one of my best kept secrets with you... Cacao makes EVERYTHING better! Seriously - smoothies, hot milk, bread, museli, trail mix, bliss balls, stewed apples, apple pie! crumble, avocado mousse, peanut butter slice.. the list goes on! You get my point.... All good things start and end with cacao And just to clarify here I’m not referring to cocoa.. no no. Cocoa my friends is the half sister of cacao, the over processed, refined, additives, colourings, flavourings absolute bogusness - what you want is 100% raw ORGANIC cacao. Either in beans, powder of butter - preferably all still combined its purest and most decadent form! Why you might ask? Why can’t I just eat a regular block of Cadbury and save myself all this trouble.. Well let’s start with the HEALTH benefits Cacao in its RAW organic form - Anti depressant reduces appetite and sugar cravings POWERFUL antioxidant (20x more than green tea!) detoxifies the liver balances brain chemistry! great for the cardiovascular system! Reduces stress & heart attacks assists in regular heart beat & blood pressure.. The list goes onnnnnnnnnn!! If there ever was such a thing as superfood this would be the dictionary definition Did I mention PHENYLETHAMINE? Aka the LOVE chemical SEROTONIN & DOPAMINE? Happiness hormones released by your body after orgasm ANANDAMIDE? Known in Sanskrit as ananda meaning joy, bliss, delight Are you hooked yet!!? Or should I keep going.. How about I leave you with this picture of me licking a bowl.. I made banana bread, with almond butter, buckwheat flour and LOTS of cacao nibs.. I was going to take progress shots and post you guys the recipe.. But it was too delicious. And I ate it So go and get yourself some! RAW cacao! No crappy processed chocolate wannabes! Hit me up with a comment if you would like the recipe for this way too good recipe and share with me your cacao creations ~ you can never have too much loooovvvveeeeeeee!

18.01.2022 Surrender to your BLISS We are LIVE! in the flesh ~ Next Sunday November 15th @ The Otway Wellbeing Centre ~ Colac... Join me for an enlivening 1.5hr immersion into your sensory pathways. dance, breathe, sweat, shake, pray. Bookings are essential! These sessions are limited to a maximum of 10 participants ~ Contact TARA on 0490843155 to reserve your space today SUNDAY SOUL SESSIONS Weekly @ 10.30am (dance is my religion) I’ve spent a lot of my lifetime dancing.. From theatre stages, to casinos, school halls, sand dunes, the occasional night club podium & most often ~ barefoot on the grass. I believe - and live The medicine of dance. The poetry that is expressed through the body, the wisdom, the love, the rage and the bliss. It is still a very profound thing for me, even after all my years of performing and facilitating - to witness the chemistry & pure magic that is created, when we drop deeply into the body, silence the mind, open the heart & dive deeply into surrender with the now. Dance is my medium into complete presence. When this state of being is activated, true healing can begin. It is in this state, of complete presence that we can recognise, release & transform our physical, mental & emotional pathways. Exhale, shake, sweat. Let go of resistance. Breathe in. Expand & explore. Allow your body to guide you through the movements. Surrender - your body knows the way. We finish in savasana. Restoration. Stillness. With guided meditation and sounds to soothe every cell, allowing your body/mind the time it needs to intergrate your journey. Bliss See you on the floor lovelies!!

18.01.2022 Immunity boosting hack #2 Breathwork ~ flow with the breathe The yogis and other ancient cultural practitioners have known for 10000000000000 of years, that when the body, mind & breathe are in unison ~ there is harmony. ... Sounds easy right? Just breathe! Trouble is in our modern industrial, tech savvy society ~ most of us have never actually been taught how to breathe properly! We only use about 50% of the full capacity of our cardiovascular systems. Less breathe = less fresh oxygenated cells, more carbon dioxide, more residual waste, bodies ability to recover from exercise stress is delayed, overworked sympathetic nervous system ‘fight or flight’ and our ability to process & respond to mental stress is halved... chaos! So what can you do? Breathe deeply. Start simply. Make it a routine to take 3 FULL deep breaths, 3 times a day for 30 days. Full meaning in through the nose, expanding from your belly, relaxing your diaphragm, creating space for your lungs, opening the chest... exhale through the mouth, make some noise add a sighhhhhh (it feels good!) Start with 5 counts and work at extending your exhalations. Add this formula to your workouts for increased performance & recovery times! Strength, cardio, yoga, flexibility.. body + mind + breathe = harmony Let me know if you’re interested to find out how 1-1 breathwork coaching could be of benefit to you

16.01.2022 Winter Wellness! In Victoria, we are continuing to take measures necessary to prevent the spread of virus & DIS-ease. while this method of isolation is at times daunting and full of challenges, one thing I have been EXTREMELY grateful for has been the extra time for RADICAL SELF CARE <3 what does self care look like for you?... what do you LOVE doing? how have you been enjoying this time to be with and nurture yourself... one of my fave practices is DANCE! i make a playlist with a few of classic tracks, normally songs that speak to how im feeling in the moment.. and put the volume up HIGH while I boogie, twist, turn & quite often tumble around the kitchen floor Engaging in nourishing activity that uplifts your spirits is SO ESSENTIAL right now! Join me for online movement sessions - every Tuesday in August! Don't get stuck in a slump this winter, keep your body active and release some 'feel good' chemicals. Email Goddess Renee @ [email protected] for registration and consultation forms - see you thereee!!

16.01.2022 Sometimes being an adult sucks.. Like that never ending bundle of dry washing that occupies the dining table for days, until a new load arrives & inspires action However sometimes, it’s amazing! Like walking around your garden naked (cause it’s your place and you can!!) on a hot summers eve, picking fresh berries and watching the last few rays of sunshine trickle down, across the tree line.. ... Ahhhh. I LOVE this time of year Summer salads. Everything is SO simple! Fresh fruit is literally dripping from the trees & seems a gazillion times tastier, juicier and so, so, SO REFRESHING! The Colours in the trees & plants are much more vivid, electric even! cold ocean waves are suddenly enticing. Not to mention the days are longer.. it’s nearly 8.30pm and I just finished a workout! In winter I would have been in bed by now.. but I still have energy which is super important for a fitness enthusiast and fulltime mumma duck too! Quack Quack! I would love to hear your thoughts, What do you love most about summer? What’s your favourite simple salad or colourful meal that you look forward to on hot days? EDGE lifestyle & embodiment coaching is running personal training sessions over the holiday season to keep you grounded, focused healthy & strong! Group sessions & dance classes will go on hold after this Sunday December 20th until next year xxx If you haven’t dropped in for a SUNDAY SOUL SESSION at the Otway Wellbeing Centre yet, this weekend is your last chance! We will be there from 10.30am dancing & sweating our 2021 visions and intentions through the body and out into life See you on the floor ~ If not before! PT Tara

16.01.2022 Immunity Building HACK #3 Earthing! Why? Well mostly because it FEELS amazing! Sand between your toes, mud on your fingertips, the ZING of revitalisation you receive from bathing in the salty sea.. ... immerse yourself into nature! Now, you don’t have to live in the Forest or by the ocean to connect daily with the natural elements surrounding you & receive the health benefits of this incredible, timeless holistic health practice. In fact - all you need is a body! And the ability To FEEL.. the next time you go outside if you live in an apartment, just stop for a few moments before you can continue your walk and notice your bodies ‘sensory awareness’.. what does the gentle breeze feel like as it caresses the bare skin on your face & arms.. The texture of a trees bark if brush it against your hands.. the feel of the suns first rays as he tickles your cheeks on a frosty Melbourne, dew filled morning. Or the deliciously enticing scent of a fresh jasmine flower in SPRING - (now just beginning to blossom!) To receive the Full health benefits of an earthing experience take your shoes off & connect with a patch of earth - whether it be sand, mud, clay or the grass on your nature strip for at least 30 minutes each and every day. The health benefits Known as earthing or grounding, when skin comes into contact with the ground, the human body becomes a sponge that soaks up negatively-charged electrons from the earth. This practice is quickly earning recognition as a novel way to protect your health and combat the insults of our current lifestyles https://www.barefoothealing.com.au/v/what-is-earthing/22 EARTHING - improves sleep cycles & biorhythms - reduces chronic disease and the source of inflammation - neutralise free radicals - calm the nervous system and disable fight or flight (sympathetic) responses - relieve stress hormones - increase blood flow, energy & vitality - accelerate recovery from injury and intense physical activity!! Why not? Get barefoot. Get amongst it

16.01.2022 Immunity Boosting HACK no.4 All the answers for our human dis-ease, can be found within nature. There is a myriad of earthly wonders out there! Literally, a plant remedy exists for every human condition on the planet! Ranging from the healers and shamans of South America, who used a variety of cacti and jungle vines to connect with spirit and heal mental, emotional and psycho-spiritual ailments, to the white witches & wise women of the North in England, Ireland &Europe, al...Continue reading

15.01.2022 Immunity boosting HACK #1 Cold Thermogenesis - short bursts of stress are so good for you, because we have so many amazing genes in our body that are so powerful. The problem is that in today’s modern society, we aren’t activating them as often. We need to find ways to activate them more Dr. Rhonda Patrick (Nutrition Researcher) How you might say? Well it’s as easy as having a cold rinse after your hot shower, or better still! Immerse yourself into a natural lake, dam..., river, the ocean for an entire auric cleanse The act of literally shocking your cells into ACTION! A naturally heightened & awakened state. The process of cold thermogenesis is not only incredibly for building your bodies immune responses to stress & environmental conditions. Studies have also linked cold exposure to increased metabolism, vitality, libido, general mentality & an increased ability to think clearly. clears up inflammation and excessive toxic build up, improves sleep cycles annnndddd if all of that doesn’t get you running around naked outside in the rain ~ it will make you feel extremely alive &sexy Just for the record, i can’t claim that as a fact. So happy cold rinsing! Or for those of you with me here in Victoria just go outside and sit in the grass naked for 10mins everyday! extra points for doing this practice on your nature strip

15.01.2022 Those POST workout feels Do you remember the last time you were this blissed out? Contact me today to book a consultation!... 1-1 Personal Training Doubles Sessions Embodiment & Wellbeing Coach Massage & Accupressure Dance & Movement Therapy Appts are live via Zoom Or in person (within the Otway Ranges, VIC) Tara has over 20years experience in dance & the performing arts industry. Qualified personal & group fitness instructor Master Trainer with the Australian Institute of Fitness Specialising in strength, body conditioning, mobility, building positive mentality, somatic experiencing & embodiment coach. Reach out to book your free consult & explore your EDGES today!

12.01.2022 Monday Motivation!! Im starting the #100daysofschiz Challenge with SUPERFEAST! Day 1 is today!!... Schizandra is a super potent, Chinese adaptogenic berry Adaptogens are a group of herbs, mushrooms & berries that have the ability to reduce stress hormones - due to their incredible ability to ‘adapt’ to your bodies needs! These include physical, biological & chemical imbalances. Schizandra boosts your immunity by nourishing the nervous system, improving brain function, elevating endurance and work capacity, while supporting all five major organs!! The ancient Chinese favoured this beautiful berry , as it was said to preserve youthfulness, enhance physical radiance, boost sexual desire and act as a potent reproductive tonic Did I mention it’s delicious in chai tea? Check out - https://www.superfeast.com.au//schizandra-berry-powdered-e To find out more about the benefits of schizandra berries & browse their entire range of adaptogenic herbs & mushroom blends.. I have been using superfeast blends to ease stress/anxiety, elevate my health & get deep restful sleeps for over 2 years now. I love their products, delivery & overall service so much I just had to share! We were all born to thrive!

11.01.2022 Hey guys!! Just letting you know - due to some extreme circumstances our 4 week challenge has sadly been postponed xx What does this mean?? you get a head start! Get out this week for a walk, run or ride - invite some stimulating movement into your body & inJOY a moment of sunshine! ... You will be added to our private group later this week to check in, connect to the tribe and get started on accessing some nutrition and wellness info And you can invite some friends!! if you know someone, in town or otherwise who might need some extra support in these times, please reach out! Send them an invite. We would love to have them join and meet the rest of this winter in radiant wellness!! PS. Now is a great time to set your 4 week goals, if you haven’t already!! Touch base later in the week & looking forward to seeing you in the cyber world next Tuesday - August 11th Tara x

10.01.2022 Starts this Tuesday! August 11th $40 for 4 weeks Or $15 casual passes How can movement become a foundational Medicine practice in your daily life? ... This week we explore emotions - RAGE! There’s a lot of big changes happening in our world, mostly for our good, but there’s also some that really suck! for me im finding it really hard to just sit at home and watch - often feeling completely helpless & out of control.. This is where movement comes in! How does anger sit in your body? How does it feel & how does it move? We’ll tap into how YOU uniquely experience this sensation and how you can use movement as a tool to connect & express emotional energy in a healthy way

08.01.2022 Group Fitness w/Tara! Starts @ 4.30pm _ Hit me up for the link & get those SPRING ViBES pumping!

08.01.2022 Join me this Sunday for dance medicine ~ Your weekly ritual for mind, body & soul

05.01.2022 LOOKING FOR RECCOMENDATIONS! dance and movement medicine journeys! looking to open a new space for deeper connection to self, our sensuality, intimacy with our own bodies and within our community.... if anyone knows of or has any reccomendations for helath clubs, dance studios, yoga studios or halls within the surfcoast and surrounds that is open for hire - please let me know! any advice/recommendations will be received with so much gratitude! I so look forward to meeting & moving with you all again soon DANCE <3 medicine for the soul!

05.01.2022 Escapade to Melbourne this week to reunite with dearly beloved captives!! Which means there will be NO WOMENS movement with me this Wednesday.. However! Ill be back all juicy, fresh & ready to sweat at SUNDAYS SOUL SESSION ~ this week - December 6th @ 10.30am ... Follow the link for bookings and follow the rhythm of your dancin feet ~ https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/128440949337

04.01.2022 Ready, AIM, Fireeeeee! Creative and expressive new moon energies In Sagittarius, combine with the heart opening & expansive quality of LITHA ~ Summer solstice! These two energies will be weaving their way into our dance this weekend, our last SUNDAY SOUL SESSION of 2020 Come and celebrate! All that you’ve lost, all that you’ve gained &all that you’ve learnt. What is coming into fullness in your life? as we hit the peak of yet another beautiful cycle, journeying around ...the sun Be there by 10.30am for smudging and circle before doors close and the journey begins ~ See you on the floorrrrrr! Book now via eventbrite or $20 on arrival - all are welcome https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/128440949337

03.01.2022 Wooooosssaaaahhhh! Restrictions are lifting.. No more masks outdoors = winning!!! Time to take a big deep breath, relish in that fresh Otway air, relax and allow tension to melt away.. Getting back to ‘normal’ whatever that is for you.... I’m offering two dance classes a week Wednesday Women’s Sensuality Sunday Soul Sessions right up until Christmas @ the Otway Wellbeing Centre in Colac. And diving deep with one on one clients & couples@ the beautiful and lusciously green Forrest Reserve. Personal training & movement coaching helps to relieve stress, tension, shake away isolation stagnation and return to a place of home and happiness within the body.. Today I was talking with a client who was surprised to hear physical training and embodiment practices can be used to clear emotional blocks and past traumas.. the body stores so much memory! It is definitely possible to release old patterns without having to ‘consciously’ go back into the experience.. breathe & body know the way If you would like some help/guidance reconnecting with your body & achieving optimal states of mental, emotional & physical wellbeing - please reach out Consultations are free, no obligation & 100% confidential xx PT Tara

03.01.2022 New moon in cancer! Time for some self love Nourishing my body with delicious foods, it doesn’t get much better than home made & home grown! ... Check it outttt!! Totally sugar, grain, plastic, preservative & GMO free - Pure Rainbow Food soft boiled egg, alfalfa sprouts, cayenne hommus, purple fennel kraut & avo mash! Generously stacked on top of two toasty thick slices of almond meal & pumpkin bread.. NourishedWithLove More earthwise & bodylovin recipes coming every week! Stay tuned xx PM me if you’re inspired & would like the recipe, I’d love too share!!

01.01.2022 Two new weekly dance classes starting next week @ The Otway Wellbeing Centre!! Join me every Sunday morning @ 10.30am! Time to reconnect with your soul medicine, dance, community, freedom! Wednesday nights @ 7.30pm... women’s embodied sensuality ~ Reclaiming the power, beauty & wild nature of the feminine form Xxx Check out the link below for more!! May your cup be overflowing

01.01.2022 Happy New Year Facebook family! Sending my wishes to you all for a wholesome, joyous & plentiful year of all things that make your heart sing & touch the wild edges within you xxx ... Hope you have enjoyed your festivities!! and if you’re feeling like you need a little ‘pick me up, calming, nourishing, centring or body love’ reach out for massage and movement therapy sessions. I have availabilities on Tuesday arvo and Saturday/Sunday this week Namaste xx Tara @ EDGE health & lifestyle