Thinkers & Doers

Today Rumi is widely known as a poet and mystic but, in his time, Rumi was a teacher, scholar, theologian and Sufi master. These roles fill his writing with universal spiritual themes still relevant to modern life.

Matthieu Ricard is a scientist, author, photographer and the Dalai Lama’s right-hand man. Above all, though, he’s a devoted Buddhist monk who seeks to promote compassion.

The Vietnamese monk Thich Nhat Hanh has been credited with bringing Buddhism to the West.

Stem-cell biologist Bruce Lipton reveals that your thoughts shape your DNA and therefore your life.

Nora Gedgaudas’ willingness to share all she discovered from her own lifelong battle with depression has led to rockstar-style fame.

Professor Marc Cohen has provided a much-needed bridge between traditional western medicine and complementary therapies.

Costa Georgiadis outlines a plan for personal and societal transformation that starts in your own backyard.

If you like biodynamic wines you’ll appreciate this behind-the-scenes look at how they care for the vines that produce your favourite drop.

Corrective exercise, such as that offered by Pilates, is one of the best ways to build a strong, healthy body. Find out if Pilates is right for you and try a few exercises at home.

The son of God is not the only person to turn water into wine. Winemakers do it every year.

Shelley Pryor, organic gardener at Gwinganna Lifestyle Retreat, demonstrates that maintaining a green and healthy lifestyle is a matter of growth.

I thought we’d diverge off the usual yoga topics for just a moment to discuss a woman whose influence and scope is worldwide. People quote her, idolise her and buy products, read books and watch movies based entirely on her opinions on them. It is of course, Oprah!