# Event Details - **Event Name**: Inside Out: How Cortisol, Creative Art, and Gut Health Shape Our Lives - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 03:00 pm - **Event Description**: A full day of expert insights into living well—from the inside out. What if feeling healthier, thinking more clearly and ageing well wasn't about one big change, but understanding how your body and mind work together? Join Love Heart for a unique Day of Learning featuring four leading experts exploring some of today's most fascinating topics in health and wellbeing. Across one inspiring day, you'll discover the science of cortisol and stress, practical strategies for healthy ageing, the powerful connection between gut health and the brain, and how creativity can improve emotional wellbeing. Designed for curious minds rather than health professionals, this engaging day combines practical advice, fascinating science and meaningful conversation in a welcoming, social environment. Meet the Experts ? Jo Dowley – Founder of ReFrame Lab and neuroscience educator who makes the science of the brain practical, engaging and easy to understand. Maria Pearson – Accredited fitness coach and healthy ageing advocate helping people stay strong, active and independent throughout life. Dr Sally Rye – Researcher and thought leader specialising in the gut-brain connection, nutrition and lifelong cognitive health. Helen Dynes – Artist and educator exploring how creative expression supports emotional wellbeing, resilience and self-discovery. What You'll Explore 10:00am – 11:00am Cortisol: Friend or Foe? Jo Dowley Discover what cortisol really does, why it's essential for energy and focus, and how understanding your body's natural rhythms can improve sleep, resilience and wellbeing. 11:00am – 12:00pm Staying Robust and Independent as We Age Maria Pearson Learn practical strategies for maintaining strength, balance, mobility and confidence to support an active, independent life. 12:00pm – 12:30pm Lunch break (purchase lunch from nearby cafés) 12:30pm – 1:30pm Feed Your Brain: How Your Gut Shapes Memory, Mood and Mental Sharpness Dr Sally Rye Explore the fascinating science behind the gut-brain connection and discover how nutrition influences memory, mood and long-term cognitive health. 1:30pm – 2:30pm Art as a Pathway to Reflection and Wellbeing Helen Dynes Experience how creativity can foster mindfulness, emotional resilience and personal wellbeing through thoughtful discussion and artistic exploration. ? Location: Creative Arts Napier, 16 Byron Street, Napier ? Date: Saturday 15 August 2026 ? Time: 10:00am – 3:00pm ☕ Refreshments: Tea and coffee included (Lunch break at 12:00pm with nearby café options) ?️ Tickets: $95 per person ? Hosted by Love Heart Warm, welcoming learning experiences designed for people who enjoy discovering new ideas, learning from leading experts and meeting interesting people. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/napier/inside-out-how-cortisol-creative-art-and-gut-health-shape-our-lives/200030551923924 - **Event Categories**: health-wellness, Art, science-fair, Meetups - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Napier - **state**: HB - **country**: New Zealand - **location**: Creative Arts Napier - **lat**: -39.48735 - **long**: 176.91846 - **full address**: Creative Arts Napier, 16 Byron St,Napier, New Zealand ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Inside Out: How Cortisol, Creative Art, and Gut Health Shape Our Lives - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/50d417d32803bf390d081b33729f40f83ad4418abb005b927af3de21f66f5710-rimg-w1200-h500-dc080828-gmir?v=1786642104 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Inside Out: How Cortisol, Creative Art, and Gut Health Shape Our Lives being held? - **A:** Inside Out: How Cortisol, Creative Art, and Gut Health Shape Our Lives takes place on Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Creative Arts Napier, 16 Byron St,Napier, New Zealand. - **Q**: Who is organizing Inside Out: How Cortisol, Creative Art, and Gut Health Shape Our Lives? - **A:** Inside Out: How Cortisol, Creative Art, and Gut Health Shape Our Lives is organized by Love Heart NZ. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Inside Out: How Cortisol, Creative Art, and Gut Health Shape Our Lives is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Napier, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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