Kaupapa Māori approaches to wellbeing.

The Mindful Māori


Hira Nathan, founder of The Mindful Māori, helps people build a bridge between mātauranga Māori and the challenges of modern life. Empowering them to cultivate wellbeing, purpose, and a more complete, happy, and harmonious life.

He is the bestselling author of Whakawhetai: Gratitude, Piki te Ora, and Māori Ora, as well as the facilitator of the men’s wellness retreat Tūāpapa, grounded in mātauranga Māori.

An experienced and engaging public speaker, Hira shares the transformative benefits of gratitude and mindfulness practices to support thriving in today’s world.

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Tuāpapa Retreats

Tuāpapa is a space for men to slow down, reconnect and reflect.

Grounded in te ao Māori, we use haka and cold exposure to push ourselves physically.

We use journaling to turn inwards and connect with our minds.

We use the environment to connect with the whenua and our wairua.

We do this together in the spirit of brotherhood and whanau to nurture our social side.

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Drawing on content from his 3 best-selling books, Hira shares reflections on mindfulness, mātauranga Māori and intentional living.

If you are looking to inspire reflection and positive change, book Hira for your next event or speaking engagement.

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Kia ū ki te pai, kia whai hua ai

Hold on to what is good and good things will follow