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Intentional beginnings

Susan O Regan January, 2026

Knowing that Christmas would be infused with bittersweet feelings of love and loss, I decided early in November to book a place on the new year ‘Good in the Beginning’ retreat at Dzogchen Beara. I needed and wanted a wholesome, purposeful turning towards 2026. What an insightful few days it […]

Exploring shadows

Leo Muckley January, 2026

A few nights ago I was looking at the first full moon of the year. The sky was clear and the moonlight was strong, it was reflecting off the water and lighting up different parts of the woods. Yet, there were still some parts of the woods that were shadowy and […]

Is your wardrobe ready for 2026?

Louise O'Dwyer January, 2026

Happy New Year, here we go again! Whether you are deflated and exhausted or pumped and ready for action to complete your New Year’s resolutions, there is no denying that January is the bleakest of months…but it will pass. We have had some wonderful dry and cold weather, perfect for […]

Let’s talk about sexually transmitted infections

Dr Paula Stanley January, 2026

Unfortunately, Ireland like other European countries, is experiencing an increase in STIs over the last five years. The most commonly notified STIs in Ireland in 2024 were chlamydia (n=11,534) and gonorrhoea (n=5,961). HSE Health Protection Surveillance Centre data to the end of 2023 showed that notification rates for all STIs […]

Get creative this year

Tina Pisco January, 2026

It is over a week into 2026, and we are still finishing off the excess food from the holidays. I ate the last of the mallow cakes this morning. I also ate a bit of fruitcake and nibbled on a chocolate praline that I don’t like much. Only the ones […]

Calm and steady care

Sherna Malone January, 2026

January is often seen as a time for fresh starts, but when it comes to skin, it’s best to step away from drastic changes and unrealistic expectations. Healthy skin isn’t about a complete overhaul; it’s built through small, consistent habits over time. Doing too much is one of the most […]

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