Living Essentials with Pounamu
Heal and Reconnect to Papatuanuku
Discover the transformative power of Maara Kai with Living Essentials! With decades of healing expertise, we’re blending traditional Maori wisdom with modern practices to bring you a holistic approach. Embrace the connection to Papatuanuku and recharge your mauri. It’s time to reclaim balance in your life!
Living Essentials is committed to empowering Whanau to take charge of their lives. By providing education on cultivating sustainable practices that promote wellbeing and Kai Sovereignty.
Ka hoki mai ano ki o tatou Tikanga noho
Whakahaumanu tou oranga
Discover the transformative power of essential oils. We believe in giving back to Papatūanuku by sourcing sustainable oils from wahine farmers who uphold a deep respect for the Whenua. Incorporating essential oils into your daily routine can bring renewed balance and harmony to your physical , spiritual and mental wellbeing. Our wananga even blend traditional Maori teachings to deepen your relationship with these precious oils, connecting you to the true essence of the plants. Transform your life holistically and take it to the next level with Living Essentials.
Courses
Unlock your full potential through education, and embrace your true nature! 🌱
Essential Oils
Improve your wellness with Pounamu’s nature-based essential oils for a sustainable lifestyle.
Projects
Exciting initiatives that empower whanau towards Kai Sovereignty! 💪
Innovations that help us reclaim control over our food and future. 🌱
Media Releases
Kai resilience and food swapping in Taranaki
Kai resilience advocate Pounamu Skelton is dedicated to helping whānau grow food and to trade it. She runs the popular Waitara crop swap.
Her interest in food is steeped in the legacy of her tūpuna Māori, respecting food as medicine, nourishment and connection.
In addition to running the monthly food swap, Skelton also teaches others how to grow their own food.
Learning from the Soil
Kaiahuwhenua. Grower.
Pounamu Skelton is a longtime advocate for kai resilience. She’s spent many years accumulating and sharing mātauranga to help whānau become more independent in their food production.
Traditional maramataka Māori gardening in Taranaki is saving whānau at the checkouts
Maramataka mode: A gardener’s life dictated by the moon and stars
