our philosophy
At Apricus, we believe wellbeing is more than feeling well — it's a lifestyle.
‘Sensorial living for wellbeing’ is our philosophy: an invitation to live with greater courage, presence and intention by reconnecting with ourselves, each other and the natural world.
why Apricus?
Apricus was founded during a Welsh winter.
Having grown up beneath Australia's endless sunshine, I was surprised by how profoundly the absence of light affected my mood, energy and overall wellbeing. It reminded me that our wellbeing is often shaped by the seemingly simple things we so easily take for granted — light, nature, beauty, meaningful connections, purposeful work and the daily rituals that gently sustain us.
Searching for a company name, I discovered the Latin word apricus, meaning warmed by the sun.
It immediately felt like more than a name. It reminded me how much I missed sunshine and no matter the season, we all need moments of warmth to flourish.
At the time, I was navigating my own defining transitions — living between countries, reimagining my career and questioning what a meaningful life looked like beyond achievement alone. Looking back, I realised that throughout more than twenty-five years in creative leadership, publishing and design, I'd instinctively developed rituals that helped me stay creative, resilient, calm and connected under pressure. They weren't just habits; they were my saving grace and the early expressions of what would eventually become Apricus by Nature ltd. co.
Today, Apricus is a philosophy-led creative wellbeing company inspired by ‘sensorial living for wellbeing’. Through thoughtfully curated stories, experiences and rituals, we explore how reconnecting with our senses, our creativity, one another and the natural world can cultivate greater courage, presence and human flourishing.
Because sometimes the most meaningful things — sunshine, a story, a quiet moment, or an act of kindness — illuminate the path towards a more meaningful life.
The world is beautiful. Lead with courage. Walk with me.
our philosophy of facilitation
Every Apricus experience is thoughtfully curated and professionally facilitated.
We believe the quality of an experience is shaped not only by what we offer, but by how you feel while sharing it. Creating space for mindful presence, authentic connection and thoughtful group dynamics is central to our philosophy.
Your time with us is precious. We honour it with care.
our mission
To inspire human flourishing through ‘sensorial living for wellbeing’.
We believe every person has the capacity to leave the world a little brighter than they found it.
Through thoughtfully curated stories, experiences and meaningful connections, Apricus encourages people to live with greater courage, imagination and presence — contributing positively to the lives of others, their communities and the world around them.
The world is beautiful. Lead with courage. Walk with us.
sensorial living for wellbeing
At Apricus, we believe ‘sensorial living for wellbeing’ is more than feeling well — it's a lifestyle.
In a world that often asks us to move faster, consume more and disconnect from what matters, we choose another path. One that invites us to slow down, reconnect with ourselves, one another and the natural world, and cultivate the courage, imagination and presence needed to flourish.
Through thoughtfully curated stories, experiences and rituals, we hope to inspire lives of greater meaning, authentic connection and lasting contribution.
Because when we nurture ourselves, we naturally become better equipped to nurture others.
Love yourself. Nurture others. Leave the world a little brighter.
meet the founder
One life. Unlimited possibilities.
I'm Briseis (pronounced Brie-say), writer, guide and founder of Apricus by Nature ltd. co.
I work with people standing at life's defining crossroads — those moments when the question is no longer "Who am I?" but "What next?"
Having lived between countries, rebuilt careers, founded creative businesses and embraced uncertainty through my own transitions, I've come to believe that beginning again isn't about becoming someone different. It's about honouring what has shaped us while finding the courage, clarity and imagination to consciously author what comes next.
For more than twenty-five years my work centred on imagining possibilities before they existed —leading creative teams, directing brands, writing stories and publishing magazines.
Today that same creative lens has found a new canvas.
Rather than helping organisations imagine what's possible, I now help people imagine — and courageously create — the next chapter of their own stories.
My work brings together creative leadership, embodied coaching and philosophy to help people navigate life's defining transitions with greater courage so they can author lives of deeper meaning, authentic success and lasting contribution.
My greatest teacher has never been a qualification. It has been life itself.
I've known profound joy, unexpected grief, courageous departures, reinvention, financial independence, meaningful adventures, solo travels, creative burn-out and seasons that required enormous trust without knowing the outcome.
Every chapter has reinforced one simple belief: Imagination is required to see possibilities before they exist. And courage is what brings them to life.
I believe our greatest contribution remains deeply human — our capacity to reflect, create, adapt and leave the world a little brighter because we were here.
Professional Background
• BA (Applied Art - design & photography)
• Dip. Sound Therapy
• Cert. Impactful Coach
• Cert. St. Johns First Aid
• Founder, Apricus by Nature Ltd.
• Founder, SHIBUI & Co.
Love self. Nurture others. Leave the world a little brighter.
Briseis Onfray
