Not every disagreement is toxic. Healthy conflict can lead to growth, understanding and stronger relationships. Toxic behaviour, however, is often repetitive, manipulative and emotionally draining. Whether it’s a difficult colleague, family member or friend, constantly engaging with a toxic person can leave you exhausted and anxious. Also see: Surviving a toxic mother as a girl child […]
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Let’s be honest, as South Africans, we’re never quite ready for the cold. Now that winter is really here, our main mission is simply to find and keep warmth wherever we can. It’s in the extra layer you wear all day, the chilly walk from the car into work, and the way everyone huddles around a […]
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It has come to light that only 10 of the 300 Ghanaian nationals who applied for repatriation to their country were legally present in South Africa. This comes as the West African country’s High Commission has now confirmed that fewer than 300 of its citizens have boarded the repatriation flight from SA to Accra. Also […]
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15 Things Women Wish They Knew Earlier in Life If you sit a group of women in their 40s, 50s, or 60s around a table and ask them one question — “What do you wish you knew sooner?” — the answers are often surprisingly similar. It’s rarely about buying a particular handbag, choosing a different […]
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Healthy relationships don’t usually fall apart overnight. More often, it’s the small habits, repeated over time, that quietly create distance between partners, friends and even family members. The tricky part? Many of us don’t realise we’re doing it. If your relationships have been feeling strained lately, these common behaviours could be the reason why. Also […]
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Winter demands special attention to foot care, especially when boots and thick socks become daily essentials. Proper foot care during this season ensures comfort, warmth, and protection against harsh conditions, preventing common issues such as dryness, blisters, and cold-related discomfort. Also see: The science behind why some bodies handle illnesses better Choosing the right socks […]
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Modern dating trends continue to evolve, and one term that has recently gained traction online is “quiet dumping.” The phrase describes a situation where someone slowly withdraws from a relationship emotionally and mentally before officially ending it — or without formally ending it at all. Also see: Why individuality matters in relationships Unlike a direct […]
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10 Successful South Africans Who Started With Very Little and Built Extraordinary Lives Every South African knows someone who’s had to work twice as hard to get half as far. In a country where opportunity isn’t always evenly distributed, some of the most inspiring success stories come from people who began life with very little. […]
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10 Habits That Help People Bounce Back From Setbacks and Come Back Stronger Everyone experiences setbacks. A job opportunity falls through. A relationship ends. A business idea doesn’t work out. A goal you’ve worked towards for months suddenly feels out of reach. What separates resilient people from everyone else isn’t that they avoid challenges. It’s […]
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In today’s fast-paced lifestyle, the line between selfishness and self-care is often misunderstood. Selfishness is typically rooted in disregarding others’ needs for personal gain, while self-care is about maintaining your physical, emotional, and mental well-being so you can show up better in your relationships, work, and community. Also see: How to set boundaries with your in-laws […]
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Dating today looks very different from what it did a decade ago. Terms like “situationship,” “talking stage” and “soft launch” have become part of everyday conversations, especially among younger generations navigating modern romance. As these labels grow in popularity, many people are beginning to question whether situationships are slowly replacing traditional relationships altogether. Also see: […]
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The University of the Free State has decided to discontinue the use of AI detection software across all faculties starting in July. This decision is based on concerns about the reliability and fairness of such technology. Moving forward, the university will foster a culture of integrity by training first-year students in the ethical use of […]
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