A few weekends ago I went on a hiking weekend with 27 other lovely people to a beautiful part of Mpumalanga.We were all warned beforehand that there would be no electricity, that there was solar lighting and gas stoves but nowhere to charge any devices whatsoever.I charged my phone, my Wi-Fi router, my battery pack and […]
Loneliness is often described as a state of mind which can leave you feeling isolated and disconnected from others and can have serious effects on your health both emotionally and physically leaving you exhausted, restless and suffering from insomnia. Everyone experiences loneliness at some point in their lives, the degree and varying circumstances differs from […]
I opened the front door, and the silence engulfed me. As I walked through the apartment the remnants of the previous day and week were noticeable, a misplaced chair, dishes in the sink and a cupboard that contained a few of my daughter’s books and clothes. Going through the last few weeks was like being […]
The day dawned bright, sunny, and free of the incessant rain that had plagued the skies for days. Today was the day, the day filled with happiness, the special day that I had been waiting for, for a long time. Ever since I was younger, I had wanted to study further and obtain a degree […]
Teachers are arguably the most important members of our society. They give children purpose, set them up for success as citizens of the world, inspire them to do well and help them to become well-rounded human beings. They can act as a support system that is lacking elsewhere in students’ lives as well as be […]
One of David Attenborough’s latest documentaries is all about life on our planet and details the ways in which humans have damaged it over the years and lists the ways in which we can save it and ourselves and still live on this beautiful earth and thrive. If you have watched this documentary and have […]
It was the end of March when the world went into lockdown mode. The pandemic caused panic, anxiety and trauma among the people of South Africa and the rest of the world. No one really knew what was going to happen and everyone was scared to leave their houses and interact with anyone from outside […]
Writing is one of the most therapeutic forms of therapy around as it uses the act of releasing your thoughts and feelings by writing them down on paper.It’s often difficult to express your emotions in a conversation but being able to write them down frees you of any inhibitions as it is purely an act […]
Are we born with self-confidence? Some believe its genetic while others believe it is a skill that needs mastering. While parents and family members can mould you to see things in a positive light and instil self-belief, it is ultimately up to the person concerned. Taking the steps needed to boost your self-confidence will result […]
Artists block happens to everyone, no matter your craft. It usually happens at the most inopportune time when you are prepared, your schedule is free, you have a deadline and you are in the right mood. Learning how to stay motivated is a valuable skill that as is identifying what is causing the halt in […]
