Innehållsförteckning för November 2017 från NEXT

 You’ve got it in you! There’s no template for who can and can’t succeed This month we asked an online panel of NEXT readers for the mantra they live by; turn to The List on the back page if you’d like to skip straight to their answers. Reading through them, I see a definite theme: looking on the bright side. We push ourselves to live a happy, fulfilling life, but we never forget to be thankful for what we already have. No 11 on the list: ‘Every day above ground is a good one’. True that. My own personal mantra is stolen straight from Nike, who I promise are not paying me to write this. Truly, there have been many moments in my life when I’ve told myself to ‘Just…

GIRL SQUAD Sida with her cousin, Hoeun Kimey, 11, who lives next door. The two girls get along very well, and ride their bikes, read books and fish together. FAMILY TIES Sida lives with her mother, grandmother and uncle. Her family have lived in the area for a long time; many of her neighbours are relatives and the village chief is her mum’s cousin. TIME OFF When the children aren’t in school and have done their chores, they like to swim in a nearby pond, doing flips, floating and enjoying the cool water. BOOK SMARTS Sida enjoys school, and her favourite subjects are English, maths and Khmer. She is ranked first out of her class of 30 students. ON THE DAILY Sida’s chores include helping in the rice field and caring…

September 25 was my first day as an MP for the Labour Party. I headed to Wellington with my mum, and so many bags, the push chair, the car seat, the wahakura (sleeping pod), and our seven-week-old baby Heeni wrapped on to me. I thought to myself “We’re doing this!” I was proud to walk through those doors with my baby. It is always nerve-wracking having the cameras on you and thinking about what people might think and say. But I did what felt natural to me. Over the past 10 years I have been a lawyer, consultant and district councillor. I have had five campaigns in five years. I have either been pregnant or with a baby during each campaign. Hihana (my eldest daughter, now two-and-a-half) was just six…

‘Stress drains everything, it really does’ This year began for me as a year full of hope. A new husband, a new business and new job opportunities awaited. Why then was I so damn miserable? I was anxious, I couldn’t sleep, I cried at random junctures, and often. I felt worthless, sapped of energy and suicide entered my consciousness for the first time in my life. It took some persuasion, because I was a bit embarrassed; I mean what did I have to be sad about?! But I eventually went to the doctor, who concluded I was likely depressed and prescribed me antidepressants. But then, by chance, I went to see another doctor, who probed a little deeper, asked an exhaustive list of questions, ran tests and determined I had…

Inspired by the belief that you can’t empower women without listening to their stories, 200 Women features women from around the globe, both famous and unknown, answering five fundamental questions. Written by New Zealanders Geoff Blackwell and Ruth Hobday, the goal was not just to make a book about successful and powerful women, but to feature a diverse group of women and their stories. From Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg to photojournalist Nicole Tung, from the streets of New York to the mountains of Nepal, the stories that result are ones of success and courage, love and pain, and redemption and generosity. Ultimately, they show that there are no ordinary women, and no ‘us and them’ –there’s just people like us.…

WHAT REALLY MATTERS TO YOU? Doing what I can, where I can, to try to make a difference matters to me. Microcosmically, that means supervising PhDs around human rights and social justice. That’s an enormous privilege. Although I grew up knowing that in 1893 New Zealand had granted universal suffrage to Ma¯ori men and women, and to Pakeha women, and I felt pride in that, I also noticed that there hadn’t been a lot of change subsequently. Growing up in the 60s and 70s, I was able to access a whole new wave of highly critical feminist literature that, for a change, was not Western-dominated. It was a very exciting time to be alive and to be a feminist; standing for parliament in 1975 was, for me, a feminist activity.…

You eat right, avoid the sun, get a good night’s sleep and work out, but you still can’t get the glowing, youthful skin and big, wide awake eyes you want? Welcome to the club. Back in the day, a slick of tinted moisturiser and white eyeliner used to do the trick, but now, even if you do get a solid night’s sleep (a rare occurrence, we’re sure), your skin and eyes scream ‘I’m an exhausted human!’ There are definitely health-related ways to combat this asleep-standing-up look, but that’s not what we’re here for. We’re here for the quick fix – and yep, we can vouch for the fact it is possible with a few sneaky makeup and skincare tricks. So even if you do just a few, follow these steps…

WHEN IT COMES TO NON-INVASIVE PROCEDURES, WHAT IS THE MOST POPULAR TECHNIQUE AMONG WOMEN? One of the biggest things I’ve noticed is skin tightening. This is either using ultrasound or radio frequency. Over in the US, we use the ThermiSmooth, which is a device you can use on the face, the arms, the buttocks, legs and breasts to help give a little bit of a lift. And a slightly more invasive version of that is called ThermiTight, which has a bit more of a probe for the neck and jowl area. AT WHAT AGE SHOULD WOMEN START TO CONSIDER NON-SURGICAL ENHANCEMENTS? Now, more than ever, because of celebrities like Kylie Jenner, more young girls are getting lip fillers, which I don’t tend to like. We’re seeing more people in their…

Deep conditioning treatments restore moisture and repair damaged hair and, says top Auckland hair stylist Samantha Snow, it’s as easy as a once-a-week ritual. “We now have ones to target just about every hair need, most importantly the right balance between enough protein and enough moisture,” she says. Each strand of hair is held together by disulfide bonds. Proteins reinforce these bonds, making hair stronger, and moisture hydrates them to improve hair’s overall look. So take time to pamper your locks, and see results instantly! Pre-shampoo Pre-shampoo treatments are excellent at enveloping the hair strands so you don’t lose the good oils you need to keep your hair moisturised, strong and flexible – oils which can be stripped while shampooing. HOW DO I USE ONE? Some you can work through…

AROUND THE WORLD To achieve this fun look, accessorise with interesting pieces like that camel hair antique rug in chocolate tones you haggled over and won for a packet of cigarettes in Morocco. Or those silver lanterns you found in the back of a souk in Istanbul’s Grand Market. Choose worldly pieces that have a rustic, handcrafted appeal and speak of a life spent travelling. Then ground your room with natural fabrics and tones. In your bedroom, cover your bed with natural linen, with a chunky knitted throw in an off-white or grey placed over the end.Your choices here should have a simple, handcrafted look. MIX & MATCH In your living areas, the same rules apply. Stick to neutral and monochrome palettes and items that have a handcrafted feel to…

 Less than six months after the breakdown of her 25-year marriage, Jane began to feel the pressure to move on. “When my husband first left, friends were fantastic – dropping round, cooking dinner and listening while I talked in circles,” she says. “That lasted for the first month.” Then the support dwindled. People weren’t around or available, and when they did meet, the conversation was steered in other directions. “If I talked about the divorce or my ex, I’d get a concerned look, as if I should be over it by now. Within six months, people were telling me to get out there again and setting me up with their friends.” ‘I REMEMBER A COLLEAGUE TELLING ME SHE WAS SO INSPIRED BY HOW I’D “MOVED ON” AND “FOUND CLOSURE”’ Although…

Recipes The island of Corsica has no shortage of fresh, delicious seafood, like these stuffed mussels – a local favourite in the town of Aléria in the south-east Stuffed mussels like in Aléria 1.2kg medium-large mussels, cleaned and debearded 125 ml (½ cup) dry white wine 4 French shallots, finely chopped Pinch of espelette pepper 200g minced veal 200g softened butter 4 garlic cloves, very finely chopped 3 parsley sprigs, blanched and chopped A few baby spinach leaves, blanched and chopped Juice of ½ lemon 3 slices bread, crusts removed and blitzed into fresh breadcrumbs Salt 1. Preheat the oven to 200°C. 2. Place the mussels in an oval cast-iron pot, and add the wine, half the shallot and the espelette pepper. 3. Cook, covered, for 6-8 minutes. When…

BRIGHT CIDER LIFE TAKE YOUR TASTEBUDS ON A TIKI TOUR AT THIS YEAR’S CIDER FESTIVAL IN NELSON. MORE THAN 80 CIDER VARIETIES ARE ON OFFER (DID YOU KNOW CIDER NOW OUTSELLS CRAFT BEER?) PLUS THERE’S LIVE MUSIC AND PRESENTATIONS FROM CIDER MAKERS. NOVEMBER 4. ENTRY $27. WWW.NZCIDERFESTIVAL.COM. MORE TO LOVE Lovingly crafted in New Zealand, Ti Ora teas are blended using some of the world’s finest tea leaves, fruits, herbs and native New Zealand botanicals. With five new flavours, there’s an extraordinary tasting blend to suit every discerning tea lover; $6.50 each. We have one prize pack to give away worth $240 including each of the five new Ti Ora teas, a Gwyneth Hulse Design Totara Tray and Pastel Wooden Coasters. To enter, go to www.nowtolove.co.nz, click on the ‘win’…

We need to talk about my drinking. In a different way. Because I have concluded I drink, not to get drunk, but for the hangovers. “It’s helpful to notice that,” as my therapist says. Rather than, you’re batshit crazy. (I could say I am a war criminal or the Dalai Lama and she would say it was helpful to notice that.) But this time she is right. It truly is helpful. Because crazily, working this out has helped me to change. Why would you want a crippling, loo-clutching, bean-splitting hangover? It sounds wackily perverse I know. “The light did her harm, but not as much as looking at things did; she resolved having done it once, never to move her eyeballs again… Her mouth had been used as a latrine…

Meghan Markle’s springtime look is perfect for the transition from chilly days to warmer weather. This fun, feminine ensemble is perfect for nights out, especially if you’re planning to dine al fresco. THE OUTFIT EMMELINE CABLE-KNIT SWEATER, $420, TWENTY-SEVEN NAMES. MR BOXETTE PONY, $510, DEADLY PONIES. FLORAL SKIRT, $219, ERDEM X H&M. RYMAN HEELS, $260, MI PIACI. THE MAKEUP STILA AQUA GLOW SERUM FOUNDATION IN LIGHT MEDIUM, $71. PYRAMID BRACELET, $49, TRELISE COOPER. SALLY HANSEN MIRACLE GEL IN LITTLE PEONY, $18. KEVYN AUCOIN THE NEO-LIMELIGHT HIGHLIGHTER, $92. ELIZABETH TAYLOR LOVE & WHITE DIAMONDS EDT 100ML, $89. MAC LIPTENSITY LIPSTICK IN GINGER ROSE, $50.…

MIX AND MINGLE Fancy a wee pre-summer cocktail party but haven’t got time to get organised? Never fear. The Cocktail Collective does the work for you so you can remain unshaken and unstirred.You just choose the mix you want and they deliver to your door a Cocktail Box containing everything you need (except glasses) – premium spirits, mixers and fresh produce, plus step by step instructions. $125 for 15 serves. Visit cocktailcollective.co.nz. Bring back our girls Any child who’s read Harry Potter will have dreamed of getting The Letter – the one from Hogwarts confirming their acceptance. Now a version of the letter has gone viral because it tells ‘the finder’ they’re on the waiting list but can’t attend just now – because she’s a girl. The letter is part…

 Until last year we knew actress Meghan Markle as hard-working paralegal Rachel Zane from hit show Suits. Then news broke she had a new role – girlfriend to Prince Harry, the red-headed rogue of the Royal Family. In November last year, after months of speculation that spurred online abuse towards Meghan, 36, the Prince stepped in, breaking with Royal protocol to release a statement about “the outright sexism and racism” directed at her. It was a move that not only defended her and called her “his girlfriend”, but cemented their relationship as ‘one to watch’. Fast-forward a year and she has appeared on the cover of Vanity Fair confirming what most of us already guessed: “We’re in love,” she says. Recently she made her official debut as a Royal girlfriend,…

It was an unexpected moment on morning TV when award-winning journalist Amanda Gillies broke down in tears. The veteran newsreader has maintained her composure when reporting on everything from the Bali bombings to Queensland’s deadly floods. But when it came to a discussion on fertility on TV3’s AM Show, Amanda was overcome with emotion as she admitted she should have thought about having children earlier. “I waited – I shouldn’t have,” she said, in a segment that instantly made headlines and has since had more than 60,000 views on Facebook alone. “Career you’ll always come back to, children you can’t. I’m now 40 so it’s probably not a happening thing – and it’s a heartbreaking thing because as a woman, you feel like a failure.” And it’s a heartbreak that’s…

 WHAT REALLY MATTERS TO YOU? I want to give more in life than I’ve taken My family. I know that everyone really values their family, but I would not be the person I am today without them. I was brought up a feminist by my mum and my grandmother, so I’ve always had this inherent sense of equality and a desire to fight for it. I have a very politically divided family, but that’s made for a lot of good conversations. My family are my support system. They keep me together, and I, them – which is why what’s happening to me is so scary. When I was 15 I was diagnosed with nasopharyngeal carcinoma, which is a rare kind of cancer that affects one in seven million people. I’d initially…

Ultimate infusion WHAT IS IT?: DermaFrac – The Face Place WHAT’S INVOLVED: This is the newest infusion device that simultaneously delivers customised serums with micro needling. Whether it’s the hydrating, rejuvenation, lightening or growth factors serum, DermaFrac offers a pain-free treatment that can create beautiful, glowing skin – all without downtime. Ideally six weekly treatments are recommended, however a one-off treatment, a week before a special event will give your skin a significant boost. TIME TAKEN: 60 minutes THE COST: $280 Fruit power WHAT IS IT: Pom Power Pore Cleansing – Caci Clinic WHAT’S INVOLVED: A concoction of highly active fruit enzymes are painted onto the skin to power away dirt and impurities to keep skin free of grime and remove dead skin, while antioxidant pomegranate attacks damaging free radicals. The…

If you’re wanting to add some colour back into your makeup, now is the best time to pick up on the bright lipstick trend for the warm weather ahead. From the spring/summer international runways, colourful eyes and lips took centre stage, with nails and skin pared-down with a more natural focus. But we all know that embracing a daring lip colour can be a tricky prospect if you aren’t used to wearing it. When it comes to finding, wearing and pulling off bold lipstick with confidence, start with finding a shade you love. Whether that’s bright red, pink, orange, coral or berry, try everything. The best way to find your dream lipstick is by testing a range of different shades from your favourite colour wave. Don’t be disheartened if you…

AL FRESCO AFFAIR With summer on its way, we can start dreaming about time spent lazing outside. Even the smallest deck or garden can be turned into another room. Just add a long cool drink and you’re good to go. Find your flair Città has launched a new home styling service, StyleYour Space. Choose from an in-store styling session (free of charge) or an at-home consultation and receive one-on-one expert tips on how to create a new look. From styling a sofa to a total home makeover, Città’s stylists are here to help! Booking advised. Head to cittadesign.com . WOW FACTOR WALLS As we saw from this season of The Block NZ, painted feature walls are a strong trend for a modern, fresh interior. Colour is great…

“It leaves my skin feeling really well-nourished, hydrated and smooth.” * Jeanette from Wellington “I like the natural fragrance delivered by the oil. It’s effective at softening and moisturising.” * Catherine from Auckland “The delicious fragrance that gives you that ‘been at the spa’ feel all day.” * Andrea from Lincoln Revitalise your skin every day with the Palmolive Oil Infusions range. With a luxurious body moisturiser, body wash, liquid handwash and beauty bar, each deeply nourishing formula is enriched with an infusion of essential oils and botanical extracts. In a recent product test, New Zealand women who tried the Palmolive Oil Infusions range loved the uplifting fragrances and the non-greasy formula. In fact, 92%…

Lowering the risk Eating wholegrains, like brown rice or whole wheat bread, daily can reduce your risk of colorectal cancer. A new report, which analysed 99 studies following 29 million people, also found that being active can protect against the cancer, as can reducing your intake of hotdogs, bacon and other processed meats. Lead author Dr Edward Giovannucci says that while colorectal cancer is one of the most common types, the report “demonstrates there is a lot people can do to dramatically lower their risk”. ON THE MOVE Getting up from your seat and moving around every 30 minutes can reduce the health risks of prolonged sitting. A study, which followed almost 8000 people for an average of four years, found that those who reduced their sitting time had the…

Recipes ‘I’m here to help you cook real, tasty, exciting food that nourishes body and soul. Recipes made from scratch’ Lemongrass and ginger chicken 800g-1kg boneless chicken thighs ¹/3 cup lemongrass paste (or 4 stalks lemongrass) ¼ cup peanut oil or neutral oil, eg grapeseed ¼ cup roughly chopped fresh ginger 1 clove garlic 1 Tbsp fish sauce 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp ground turmeric 1 cup chopped fresh coriander (leaves and stalks) and mint (or just coriander), plus extra for serving Zest and juice of 1 lime (or lemon) 1 kaffir lime leaf, very finely chopped (optional) ½ tsp finely ground white or black pepper Pinch chilli flakes (optional) Chopped fresh chilli, deseeded Sweet chilli sauce (optional) Extra lime or lemon juice (optional) 1 Place the chicken…

The thought I might be even partially responsible for breaking up his home makes me squirm I’m on the most excruciating date ever. You know those taxi drivers who ride their brakes – bursts of acceleration, followed by screeching halts? Well, the conversation with my date is exactly like that. Before the antipasti has even arrived, I’m feeling motion sick. “Which sort of wine do you like?” asks my companion. Were I on a normal date, this would be a normal question. But the man sitting uncomfortably close to me (our corner table has either been designed for 1.5 people, or two pygmies) already knows what I like drinking – because we’ve been drinking and talking and hanging out together for the past 10 years. “A big red,” I mumble,…

Scorpio OCT 24 – NOV 22 RELATIONSHIPS If there’s unfinished business in your life, this month presents you with a chance to make things right. Venus enters your birth sign early in November so love and romance are generally on the upswing and will remain so. On the weekend of the 18th, the New Moon brings the prospect of change. Take the chance to consider your long-term goals: material, romantic and spiritual. MONEY This month is favourable, with a financial problem coming into focus on the 5th and a possible solution revealed on the 8th. Act decisively and your fortunes will take a turn for the better. In general, you will rediscover your inherent flair for making money. You may have a tendency to agonise but you do also have…

My typical day… is always different, depending on whether I have a project on. I travel quite a lot, so I’m always planning the next trip: accommodation, restaurants, show tickets, transport. I love organising, especially lunches or dinners with my friends. I’ve found that most people love someone to take over and do the organising – they just want to turn up. I exercise most days: gym on Tuesday, boxing on Friday, power walking the other days. I’ve just started yoga to help me breathe; I hold my breath and tend to grind my teeth. Exercise always ends in coffee at one of our local cafés. I check my social media – all four sites – and think about what I’m going to write for my blog on my website.…

‘I WAS CONSIDERED “TOUGH/STUNTWOMAN/ACTION”, SO I WASN’T PUT FORWARD FOR COMEDY OR DRAMA’ I should revisit that … I’ll put it on the list of things I keep forgetting to do,” says Zoë Bell, opening a to-do note on her phone and adding a reminder to call Hollywood hunk Channing Tatum about a project. “We were talking about doing a brother-and-sister-type action/comedy together. It would be amazing.” The Kiwi stuntwoman and actress became the envy of many when she starred opposite the “annoyingly awesome” Magic Mike star in 2015’s The Hateful Eight. “He’s tall, charming, good-looking, funny, courteous and married to the hottest woman on the planet. It’s like, ‘F**k off!’” she laughs with unabashed humour. “There’s a part of me that’s like, ‘I wish you were just a bit…

 WHAT REALLY MATTERS TO YOU? Finding something new is hard, but creating something new is even harder, so that’s the adventure – the feeling it gives you is like nothing else It all comes down to my family and friends: the people I love and who love me. When a writer friend wrote a review of my work, he said, “It brings me out in exclamation marks!” That stuck with me, because it’s really what you look for in life: something that brings you out in exclamation marks. So, I love my family and friends; I love art; I love great writing; I love people who create at a high level, without any weakness or doubt; I love solitude; I love travelling; I love cooking; I love playing the piano; I…

A soft touch If you battle with sensitive, acne-prone skin, Garnier has an effective three-step skincare routine from the new Pure Active Sensitive range. With a soap-free cleanser, a clarifying toner and a hypoallergenic and pH-neutral moisturiser, your skin will be soothed, treated and hydrated. $14 each. CLEVER CLAY Clay is an amazing natural ingredient that has complexion-clearing, hair-lifting and skin-soothing benefits. On the back of their clay haircare range, L’Oréal Paris has now released Pure Clay Detoxifying Gel Wash, an Exfoliating Scrub and a Purifying Cream Wash, $17.50 each, so your skin is sorted too. NEW IN HAIR GOOD ENOUGH TO EAT Matrix Biolage’s R.A.W Styling products are made from 99% natural-origin ingredients and are the perfect partner to their extended R.A.W haircare range. Our favourites include the Texturizing Styling…

 She’s a busy full-time working mum, but that hasn’t stopped Lidean Erasmus from excelling in her career and climbing the ranks within the iconic brand of Elizabeth Arden. Over 13 years and three countries (including England, South Africa and New Zealand), she is now the manager of Elizabeth Arden’s newest stand-alone Boutique store on Queen Street in Auckland. We sat down with Lidean to discuss just why this company holds such a place in her heart, how she juggles such a busy role with motherhood and, of course, her Elizabeth Arden beauty must-haves. ‘The Eight Hour Cream Skin Protectant has to be my No. 1 cult classic’ What inspires you most about the Elizabeth Arden brand? Elizabeth Arden is such an iconic global beauty brand and has been a favourite…

Name Jo Hood Age 56 Occupation CEO of ‘mainly music’ Jo’s unstoppable moment Transforming her Kiwi network of preschool music groups into an international enterprise. Creativity and passion have made Jo Hood a true changemaker, impacting on the lives of thousands. Almost 30 years ago, the mum-of-two had the idea of launching a weekly music session to educate and entertain preschoolers, while creating a community for their mothers. Her dedication to the enterprise, run by volunteers in churches, has seen ‘mainly music’ evolve from a single group in Auckland into a juggernaut involving more than 1000 groups in 11 countries. “We even have four groups for Syrian refugees in Beirut,” says Jo, who has started taking the program to excluded communities such as teen parent units and prisons. “This is…

Gut reaction Food rich in omega-3 fatty acids, such as fish, garlic and nuts, can increase the diversity of bacteria in the gut. Researchers from the University of Nottingham and King’s College London found that omega-3 intake was strongly associated with the diversity and number of healthy bacteria in the gut. Previous studies have found that a diet rich in omega-3 can reduce cholesterol, lower blood pressure and may even protect against age-related cognitive decline. Eyes on the prize Good news avocado lovers – a small study has found that eating an avocado a day could improve your eye health. Researchers in the US found that the lutein in avocado can help to preserve the macula, the part of the retina responsible for what we see straight in front of us,…

SARAH MURRAY Deputy editor The Handmaid’s Tale Margaret Atwood I’m a big Margaret Atwood fan yet bizarrely had never read her novel penned in 1985 – The Handmaid’s Tale. When I heard a TV series was being made I put it at the top of my reading list, so I could finish it before I was tempted to cheat and watch the series. And I’m so glad I did. The book itself is grim. Set in the totalitarian state at the brink of disaster with a plummeting birth rate, women are treated as property of the state. With no rights they’re forced into sexual servitude and their freedom is completely restricted. The tale is told through the lead protagonist Offred, and even though it’s set in a world that seems…

 Angelo Georgalli, restaurateur and the man behind The Game Chef, has called New Zealand home since 1996. His second cookbook Angelo’s Wild Kitchen brings together recipes – including one below from wife Steph – that take you from breakfast to dessert with an emphasis on simple and wholesome cooking. Everything in moderation, as long as it’s fresh! Recipes Steph’s pavlova with caramelised rhubarb Pavlova – it’s like eating sugared clouds. Every time I make a pav it reminds me of my mum, Shirley, bless her. She really makes the best pavs – but I think that’s what everyone thinks of their mother’s pavs. My kids love mine; not sure if they’d say it was the best in the world, but they sure do love this recipe. Angelo made it…

This insistence on a place to cook and do the dishes is so provincial I’ll admit I was pretty bloody huffy when Barry the Sparkie kicked me out of the house so he could wire up the oven, because: 1) Nobody likes to be called an ‘interferon’, and 2) I’d been using the oven as a bookshelf and this would seriously mess up my Penguins. Finally, the kitchen is going in. There’s just a big hole at the moment, every surface of the living-room-cum-bedroom covered in glasses and mugs and plates, like the morning after a fabulous party, without the hangover and regrettable amounts of cheese – however, I have great expectations and none of them involve toast. I’ve reached peak toast. It’s been more than a year since I’ve…