Aroha
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Aroha
Aroha by Dr Hinemoa Elder is an enlightening exploration of timeless Maori wisdom, intricately woven into a contemporary context. This top-selling non-fiction title from New Zealand in 2021 introduces readers to 52 traditional Maori proverbs, known as whakataukī, each offering a profound lesson for every week of the year. Dr Elder, a respected Maori psychiatrist, delves into these powerful sayings to reveal how they can guide us towards living more harmonious, fulfilling lives, closely linked with nature and our communities.
The book’s core message is encapsulated in the proverb: Ki te kotahi te kakaho ka whati, ki te kapuia, e kore e whati - When we stand alone we are vulnerable but together we are unbreakable. Through her insightful interpretations, Dr Elder encourages readers to see the world through some of the wisest human perspectives, offering transformational life advice that fosters resilience, unity, and compassion.
Within the pages of Aroha, you will discover traditional Maori philosophy in its purest form. Dr Elder systematically explains how to incorporate these simple yet potent life lessons into our daily routines, promoting less stress, and more contentment and kindness for each other and the planet. The book serves as a guide to living in alignment with fundamental Maori values, thereby contributing to the collective happiness and well-being of society.
The power of aroha, which encompasses love, compassion, and empathy, is a recurring theme throughout the book. Dr Elder demonstrates how embracing these principles can positively influence our daily interactions and the broader world. The book is thoughtfully organized into chapters focusing on key Maori values:
- Manaakitanga (love for each other): Emphasizing the significance of caring and showing respect within our relationships and communities.
- Kaitiakitanga (respect for our planet): Highlighting the importance of environmental stewardship and our duty to protect and preserve the natural world.
- Whanaungatanga (community and connectivity): Advocating for the essential role of strong, supportive networks and the interconnectedness of all people.
- Tino rangatiratanga (self-determination): Encouraging personal autonomy and the pursuit of individual values and goals within a collective framework.
Aroha is more than just a collection of proverbs; it’s a heartfelt invitation to adopt a way of life that fosters joy and sustainability. This book offers readers practical, meaningful ways to integrate the essence of Maori wisdom into their everyday lives, promoting a future that is more mindful, connected, and kind.
Whether you seek personal growth, a deeper understanding of Maori culture, or simply a source of daily inspiration, Dr Hinemoa Elder's Aroha is a timeless and transformative read that resonates deeply in today’s complex world.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780143775225
Publisher: Penguin Group (NZ)
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 29 September 2020
Country: New Zealand
Imprint: Penguin Books (NZ)
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 24.0mm
Width: 132.0mm
Height: 185.0mm
Weight: 292g
Pages: 240
About the Author
Dr Hinemoa Elder has lived on Waiheke Island for more than 20 years. She is a child and adolescent psychiatrist who has worked in Starship Hospital's Child and Family, and Mother, Baby Units and various community clinics. She also provides youth forensic court reports and neuropsychiatric assessment and treatment of traumatic brain injury in private practice. Hinemoa is a deputy psychiatry member of the New Zealand Mental Health Review Tribunal. She is also a Maori Strategic Leader for the Centre of Research Excellence (CoRE) for the Ageing Brain. Hinemoa has been involved with the media for many years - a former children's TV presenter for 3.45 Live, a daily live show in the early 1990s, and then of the Bugs Bunny Show. She has had a weekly newspaper column in the Sunday Star-Times, and is often interviewed on national television and current affairs programmes about her work in mental health. You can find her on Instagram- @drhinemoa.
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