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The Most Positive Person I Met
A few years ago, I was volunteering, doing promotional work.
I was handing out brochures to people on the street and letting them know about the meditation I do.
I met people from all walks of life.
David Clouston
Jun 15, 20251 min read
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The Method To Overcome "Ground Hog Day"
Before meditation, I experienced "Ground Hog Day" every day.
Just like Bill Murray's classic comedy, every day seemed the same.
It was like being stuck inside a boring television repeat.
After meditation, each day can be a new day.
David Clouston
Jun 8, 20251 min read
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Hike Mount Manaia - Things To Do In Whangarei
Spending time in Whangarei and looking for something to do?
If you like the outdoors, then hiking up Mount Manaia might be a good option.
Mount Manaia is a 35 minute drive from Whangarei township and is a relatively easy walk.
David Clouston
May 24, 20251 min read
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Do You Want To Dance? - Age Knows No Boundary
Behind her age was a true soul who let go on the dance floor, not caring about what others thought.
David Clouston
May 4, 20253 min read
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Coffee General - Consistently Good Coffee - Review
The owner puts extra care into delivering his cups with a love for what he does. He provides very good customer service. He must be very diligent as he is so consistent at what he does.
David Clouston
Apr 25, 20251 min read
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Before the Houses are Built - A busy time for Developers (& the Project Team!)
Architects, engineers, town planners, urban designers, ecologists and traffic engineers are very busy at the moment in Auckland.
David Clouston
Apr 19, 20251 min read
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Waterfront Half Marathon - 21k Reflections
Perfect conditions came, with no wind, and sun rise over still water.
David Clouston
Apr 12, 20251 min read
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Acceptance - How It Changed My Life - Reflections & Opportunities
I realised these were my own judgments. They were not created by someone else.
David Clouston
Mar 1, 20251 min read
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ParkRun Saturday 8am - A Free and Fun Way To Exercise
I am always amazed how a 25 minute run sets me up for the day. If you are looking for a free consistent way to exercise I recommend ParkRun.
David Clouston
Feb 15, 20251 min read
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Le Roy's Bush - A Hidden Gem In Auckland City - A Short Walk Worth Trying
Walking further up the valley gives you an extra 5-10 minute walk and you can see tall Kauri trees rising high into the sky.
David Clouston
Feb 8, 20252 min read
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Imagine - How Did John Lennon Write It? - Let's Take A Deeper Look
Lennon later explained that the concept and lyrics of the song were inspired by a book called Grapefruit, written by Yoko in 1964.
David Clouston
Feb 1, 20252 min read
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How To Get Your Music On Spotify & How Much You Will Be Paid - A Basic Guide
TikTok pays the most out of the social media platforms, while Spotify and YouTube Music pay more as they are music providers.
David Clouston
Jan 18, 20251 min read
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Recording My New Song "On The Farm" - In A Lovely Studio In The Bush
After trying numerous song structures, with the chorus first, bridge first, verse first... I finally felt comfortable
David Clouston
Jan 11, 20252 min read
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Reflections of 2024
Although this is a work in progress, when I listen to other people's suggestions and act on them, often there is great benefit.
David Clouston
Dec 23, 20242 min read
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An Unexpected Game of Social Cricket - Finding Confidence On The Pitch
I was so nervous - my heart was pounding. The other team was serious and bowling fast cricket balls!
David Clouston
Dec 14, 20241 min read
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Becoming a Full Member of the New Zealand Planning Institute - Celebrations and Feelings
Passing was a sigh of relief followed by a long-lasting feeling of happiness inside.
David Clouston
Nov 30, 20241 min read
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1% African, 25% Irish - My Unexpected Ancestry DNA Results
My friend's blog post about her ancestry test results inspired me to do my own. I ordered the test kit online and received my package...
David Clouston
Nov 23, 20243 min read
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Pedal Through Paradise: My Gisborne Railbike Adventure
I was surprised how quickly the railbike glided along the tracks. I could see how rail became such an efficient way to travel in the past.
David Clouston
Nov 4, 20241 min read
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1000 Year Old Trees & One Tea Bag - The Joys of A Forest Hike
We didn't have much - but we had such a good time. Last weekend I went on a hike with my brothers.
David Clouston
Oct 26, 20241 min read
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Overcoming Obstacles - Power of Meditation
I turned the PC on only to find it had no internet! I couldn't connect to the server...
David Clouston
Oct 12, 20242 min read
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