8 Q & A
LIFESTYLE & WELLBEING
Q.
Hi Naya. Can you explain to me
why it is so difficult to get any
answers from my GP? I seem to get
the same tests done over and over,
with no answers. I’m no professional
but it seems to me that there should
be other avenues to take. I feel like
I’ve been put in the too-hard basket
and am not getting the help I need.
A.
We are so lucky in New Zealand
to have social medicine. The
problem is that with social medicine,
comes a medical model of treating
population, as opposed to specialising.
Don’t let your Dr push you out the
door without the direction you need.
Ask your Dr to refer you to a specialist.
Even though it seems costly, it may
save you lots of pain and trouble in the
long run.
Q.
My flatmate won’t stop giving
my dog snacks. He thinks it’s
great that the dog has become his
buddy, and I have no problem with
that, but I am concerned about his
health (the dog). I feel frustrated and
angry. Jo
A.
Hi Jo, You could always explain
things to your flatmate again,
however, this time offer him to use the
designated snacks that you provide.
Maybe note how well he and the
doggy are getting along, and suggest
they take up walking together. I know
it feels awful to be helpless when
someone goes against your wishes, and
is causing harm to your dog, so if that
doesn’t work, I’d be looking for a new
flatmate.
Q.
I’ve been invited to my first ever
girls weekend away. I should be
excited but I can’t help worrying that
I won’t fit in. First of all, I haven’t got
fabulous clothes or money to spare,
and I’m not the best at conversation.
Now that I’ve said that, I feel like
cancelling. LP
A.
LP, a first time at anything
is always going to be a little
daunting, as well as exciting. Focus on
the exciting bit…The chance to learn to
be part of a group, the chance to learn
how to converse, contribute, and be a
great listener. These days clothes aren’t
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really as much of a marker of class or
sophistication, as so many people do
their own thing. If you can invest in a
nice pair of sunnies, that will help carry
any outfit you put together from your
now wardrobe. You were invited, so
your friends can see your value, even
if you can’t. This is a good time to start
getting to know yourself better. Have a
great time!
Q.
My favourite café seems to be
going downhill. I have lunch there
3-4 times a week. The food quality
has changed, and last week I bought
something that had obviously gone off
but was still packaged for sale. I hate
to see this happen. My sister refuses
to go there anymore. Is it ok to say
something to the owners? Sal
A.
Hi Sal, Yes I think it would
not only be helpful, but also
appreciated. A kind word to one of the
staff could be an easier option. Just say
what you said to me.
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