FIVE QUESTIONS is where we ask members of the community to talk about how they stay HEALTHY. Peta-Joy Williams loves to sit in nature.
1. What did you eat yesterday?
Almonds, mixed fruit with salt and pepper, kangaroo steak with veggies.
2. What exercise did you do yesterday?
I walked through the Royal Botanic Gardens for 3 hours.
3. When did you last see a primary health professional?
Recently while having a tetanus shot a few weeks ago. Bloods were taken to test my thyroid.
4. What do you do to improve your mental health?
I speak with my psychologist, practice my culture by sitting in nature and I love to ground myself by walking barefoot on country. My business is Wiradjuri Wave where I am a full time artist and facilitator which I enjoy. Lately I haven’t felt motivated to exercise much however I love to swim in the ocean when the weather is warmer.
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