With the school break around the corner, it’s an ideal time to equip your child with natural strategies to enhance their cognitive abilities and maintain high levels of energy and focus. As concerns about youth mental health continue to rise, exploring holistic approaches becomes paramount for many parents. Michele Carelse, […]
The Link Between Tiredness and Child Behavior
Understanding the Neuroscience of Fatigue Let’s take a closer look at the fascinating world of neuroscience. The brain, our control center, governs our behaviors, and one critical area is the prefrontal cortex. This brain region regulates our executive functions, encompassing tasks like planning, decision-making, and emotional control. Understanding this brain-behavior […]
15 Tips To Maximize Your Productivity
1. Get Good at the Pomodoro Method The Pomodoro Technique is a time management strategy that helps you stay focused by dividing tasks into smaller chunks. During the “Pomodoros,” or 25-minute periods of intense concentration, give your work your full, undivided attention. After 5 minutes, take a break to relax, […]
Healthy Snacking Guide for the School Holidays
The summer break from school, a time painted with the hopeful idea of relaxation, is often contrary to the reality many parents face. Between restless children in the back seat asking, “Are we there yet?” and the unpredictable whirlwind of friends and family visits, relaxation can sometimes feel like a […]
Feel Good Habits to Add to Our Daily Routines
Put Down the Phone Most of us are more addicted to our phones than we give ourselves credit for. Our brains aren’t wired to deal with constant tapping, scrolling, and dialling, so it’s a good idea to restrict the amount of time you spend on your gadget. As a result, […]
Gym Rookie Lingo 101
Mzansi! You may be left wondering what others mean when they use fitness-related jargon if you’re just starting in this exciting field. Gyms are great places to meet new people and work on yourself, but the jargon and acronyms used there might make you feel like you’ve landed in another […]
Reasons Why We Should Adopt And Not Shop Our Dogs
You’re Helping to Save a Life Is preserving a life the only reason you shouldn’t “shop” for a dog but instead adopt one? This is not an exaggeration, and it isn’t even about the emotional rescue you’re performing; you are, in fact, physically rescuing them. Shelters are unable to handle […]
South Africa’s Own Grace the Global Fashion Stage
When you think of global fashion hubs, New York, Milan, and Paris often come to mind. These cities, with their cobblestone streets, high-rise buildings, and bustling boutiques, have been the epicentre of fashion for as long as one can remember. But there’s a new wave – an African wave, that’s […]
How Trauma and Grief Can Affect Your Money Management
South Africa’s vibrant history and diverse culture might make it easy to lose sight of one important fact: the pervasive impact that trauma has on our ability to make sound financial decisions. The legend of Gugu Sidaki shows just how profound these ties are. The account of Gugu Sidaki’s life […]