Book Reviews

Former Surgeon General of the United States, Vivek Murthy’s book reveals the importance of human connection, the hidden impact of loneliness on our health, and the social power of community.

This pukapuka explores wellbeing using Te Whare Tapa Whā as its guide. It weaves evidence-based psychological ideas with Te Ao Māori (Māori worldview).

Kane shares the experiences that made him almost quit farming, along with the simple methods he developed for dealing with the mental and physical strains of life on the land.

A gentle picture book that explores how unspoken feelings can grow heavy, and supports children and parents to talk about feelings that are often hard to name.

This book reinforces that understanding how things work for Māori, and honouring the necessary cultural supports, remains one of the most effective ways to promote wellbeing and safety for tangata whaiora.

Waitohu invites you to record daily entries guided by the Māori lunar calendar.