AROHA OF LIFE

A Memoir by Katerina Scott

A Remarkable Journey of Healing, Resilience and Traditional Māori Wisdom

"Keep your head up and always look forward"

AROHA OF LIFE welcomes you into the extraordinary journey of Katerina Scott (née Tipene), a gifted healer whose life story bridges the gap between modern wellbeing and ancient tikanga Māori wisdom.

When doctors gave her just 18 months to live in 2003, Katerina didn't give in to fear—she began a profound healing journey that would stretch over two decades and transform not only her own life but the lives of countless others throughout Aotearoa.

In this powerful memoir, Katerina shares her path from facing a terminal diagnosis to becoming the creator of Nutrakawa, New Zealand's treasured range of traditional rongoā healing tonics. With honest reflection and deep spiritual mātauranga, she reveals:

• How ancient rongoā Māori healing traditions offered a way forward when conventional medicine had few answers

• The spiritual awakening that changed her understanding of hauora and wellness

• Her deep connection with Papatūānuku and the mātauranga of her tīpuna

• The founding and growth of Nutrakawa from kitchen-table mahi to nationwide recognition

• Personal philosophies for facing adversity with mana and purpose

More than just a tale of survival, this memoir offers practical wisdom for anyone facing health challenges or searching for deeper meaning in life's struggles. Katerina's approach—centred in Whakapono (Trust), Tūmanako (Belief), and Aroha (Love)—provides a framework for navigating even the darkest moments with grace.

Written with the knowledge that her time is limited, Katerina's kōrero carries the power and urgency of a wahine determined to leave behind her most precious taonga: the wisdom gained through a lifetime of healing herself and others.

AROHA OF LIFE stands as both a testament to the resilience of te wairua tangata and a practical guide to weaving traditional healing wisdom into contemporary life. For anyone interested in holistic hauora, indigenous healing traditions, or finding purpose through adversity, this memoir offers rare and valuable insights from a remarkable healer's journey.

"Life is a circle, not a line. What seems like an ending is merely a transformation." — Katerina Scott

Order today to discover the healing wisdom that has touched thousands of lives across Aotearoa and beyond.