by Olebogeng Pooe | Jun 28, 2022 | Careers, Lifestyle, Mental Health
Like many of you, I awoke on Sunday morning to the harrowing news of the passing of 21 teenagers at the Enyobeni tavern, in East London. I couldn’t help but reflect on the moment reality hit and the log-like lump of grief sunk into the pit of my stomach as I...
by Olebogeng Pooe | Jun 20, 2022 | Parenting
Imagine for a moment what it would feel like going to bed with a sense of security, home and belonging – only to be awakened by absolute chaos and the realisation that you and your family’s lives are at risk. Imagine having to flee all that you know,...
by Olebogeng Pooe | Jun 19, 2022 | Parenting
Can I be honest? In the past Fathers Day was a really hard day for me. There were some years I would’ve preferred the day never existed. Then one day I was able to look beyond myself and my pain. Today is not only a special day worthy of celebration by and for all the...
by Olebogeng Pooe | May 25, 2022 | Lifestyle, Wellness
We are officially 5 days into this winter season and I’m already over it. I’m over bundling up only to peel off the layers throughout my day then bundle back up for the ride home. I’m over the shorter days and even shorter nights as my body adjusts to all things...
by Olebogeng Pooe | May 18, 2022 | Lifestyle, Wellness
It’s Mental Health Awareness month in America, and while South Africa and countries like Australia only observe Mental Health Awareness month in October, I strongly believe that we should be advocating for and raising awareness around mental illness every single...