I aspire for a fulfilled life that does not require for me to switch off from any one of my roles but be able to move through each responsibility I have with fluidity.
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Art of Balance
Search for: Art of Balance career / home / Relationship / Self-care Art you in? I’ve been invited many times to speak on the concept of balance. I think when people look from outside in, they see this person who has it all figured out. As I type this,...
10 Tips For Starting Your Own Side Hustle
1. Analyse your time usage and where you can steal time or cut down activities to invest that time back into your side hustle Before deciding to start a side hustle, it is important to assess your schedule and look for moments in your day that can be...
Trust Your Gut: Gut & Liver Health
My Story I’ve always been one to listen to my body and allow it to cue me towards good health and function. But lately, no matter how much I tried, eating healthy, fasting, drinking plenty water, moving more… you name it, my body was just not happy. I was feeling...
Fallacy or Fact: Working From Home Is Productive
This past year was atrocious to the whole world and at the moment, no one wants to revisit the memories created during the height of the COVID19 pandemic. Nevertheless, that painful period educated many of us. We learnt new words like ‘Zoom dysmorphia,’ ‘Comorbidity,’...
Feb Editor’s Note: Growing in Love Where You Are Planted
Olwethu’s February Editor’s Note.
Menopause Is Not a Whispered Ending, It’s a Becoming (From a 35-Year-Old Woman)
Somewhere along the way, menopause became a quiet thing.Something spoken about in hushed tones.A phase we joke about to soften it.A future we pretend is far away - until it isn’t. At 35, I’m not quite “there” yet.But I’m close enough to feel its shadow in...
Language, Heart and Relationships
Language can strip away the heart, leaving us with words that carry less weight. We use vagueness as a shield to avoid vulnerability and rejection, but it hinders intimacy and personal growth. Embrace openness and vulnerability for meaningful connections.
The Growing Parent – Ep 1: Motherhood & Mayhem
Join us for a journey through the rollercoaster ride of Motherhood on ‘The Growing Parent’ podcast. Explore the joys, challenges, and the pursuit of confident parenting, as we dive into the world of being a happy, down-to-earth mom, trusting her instincts and nurturing …
Love Life With All Your Liver
Did you know that the liver affects every vital organ in your body?
And yet it is still the most underrated organ there is.
The liver is just as important to your heart…in fact it is the true heart of your vitality.
This is a reminder to give your liver the attentio…
You Can Help Save Someone’s Life
15-year-old Noshile has been diagnosed with Severe Aplastic Anaemia and needs a blood stem cell donor. The social and sporty teen only longs to get back to the sports field. You could be her match! Register to become a blood stem cell donor now at dkms-africa.org/noshil…
Intimate Hygiene: To Do Or Not To Do?
The problem with the internet is that you can get both amazing advice/information and harmful advice/information – particularly when it comes to our feminine hygiene. There’s a lot of conflicting information about feminine hygiene and a lot of it is driven by capitali…
Save a Life: Bone Marrow and Leukaemia Awareness Month
While we forge towards commemorating all that defines each of us as women, particularly women of colour, it is important that we remember to observe Bone Marrow and Leukaemia Awareness Month, which commences from August 15 to October 15, with the sole purpose of continu…
Our Wombs Hold Power
According to holistic health practitioner, wellness coach, and NYT best-selling author Queen Afua, “the condition of women’s wombs also directly reflects the condition of women’s minds, spirits, and actions. The womb is a storehouse of all our emotions. In this ar…
Our Bodies Are Not a Political Playground
The Politicisation of Women’s Reproductive Health
Women’s reproductive health and abortion rights are highly politicised issues both on global and national levels. While some countries move their policies and laws in a more liberal direction, others move towards t…
Eat to Live
A look at how our food choices play a role in our health and wellbeing, and how our choices in winter could benefit our health.
Let’s Talk About Poop!
Constipation affects more women than men. While more women are opening up about their struggles with poop during this winter season it’s important to note that the reason why women struggle with constipation more than men is that men aren’t able to birth children, men…
Understanding Your Little One’s Gut Health
Children get sick all the time! And when they are in a creche, it is inevitable. Integrative medical practitioner Dr Hema Kalan helps us understand gut health, the role it plays in supporting their immune systems and the importance of probiotics.
Here Are 3 Farmers Markets to Peruse This Winter
One of the things I enjoy doing over the winter season is visiting various farmer’s markets. It is not only a great way for me to source some of the best organic ingredients for the week, but it’s also a great opportunity to get the kids out of the house for some fre…
The Importance & Value In Investing In An Organic Diet
Homoeopath and Nutritionist Dr Geraldine Robson-Parsons writes about the negative health implications of pesticides and GMOs used for mass produce consumption and breaks down the science behind Organic grown produce and why it’s not only essential in maintaining great g…
