Category: interview full length

Dr Galia BarHava-Monteith: Cultivating upwards spirals

Our korero with Galia is jammed packed with topics about Upwards spirals, dealing with emotions, tools to help when challenges arise, troubles with travel and COVID-19, wellbeing as a holistic approach and much more!

Ngawai Hawera: The journey of identity

We talked to Ngawai about her passion for health and hauora! Ngawai is also strongly connected to her identity and we discuss the importance of using Te Reo Māori in her home! We kōrero about the transitions she endured, being adaptable and harnessing different mindsets to tackle whatever is thrown her way!

Dan Walker: Navigating life’s challenges with resilience and awesomeness

We are so grateful for this korero with Dan Walker about the journey he has been on not only personally, but with his whānau! Dan shares with us the impact cancer has had on his whānau and how important the cancer and Starship communities are. We also talk about Te whare tapa whā and the importance of holistic wellbeing, the power of karakia to connect to the day, and Dan’s identity journey to discover who he is!

Justeena-Jayme Leaf (Chickee): Not all superheroes wear capes

We had the absolute pleasure of talking to Justeena-Jayme Leaf also known as Chickee about her inspiring story and wellbeing journey. Chickee is a Nurse and we talk about her experience being on the frontline during the pandemic and the effect this had on her family. We also delve into about the power of people, supporting Māori whānau, and the importance of perspective!

Brodie Retallick: Balancing the game of life

We were fortunate enough to talk to All Blacks Legend Brodie Retallick about not only his experience being an All Black but what he does for his wellbeing to help him be the best version of himself! We talk about fixing cars, spending quality time with family, resilience and mental skills as well as living overseas!

David Galbraith: Embracing your authentic self

David’s korero is jammed packed with goodness that’ll make your notebook full of brilliant takeaways to implement into your life! We talk about wellbeing, identity, courage, being your authentic self and MORE! We highly recommend this kōrero, make sure you take the time to watch it!

Will Hall: Community, charity and finding clarity

A fabulous kōrero with Will about his wellbeing! We dive into why running has impacted Will so much and how the Park Run event has helped him get back into running! We also talk about following your dreams, connecting to where you are from and the Starship hospital cancer family community that supports each other!

Cassie Roma: Defining your success

We talked to the amazing lady, Cassie Roma, about all things wellbeing for her! This includes her journey with mental health, why family is important to her, the story of coming out to her family, workplace and corporate wellbeing, Brené Brown, perspective and the importance of kindness!