Embarking on a journey towards better mental health is a brave and important step. Mental health awareness is growing, more people are seeking professional help to navigate life’s challenges. However, just like any service, not all therapists are created equal. Choosing the right therapist can make all the difference in your healing process. Also see: Why […]
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How Childhood Struggles Show Up in Adult Relationships Many of the ways people love, fight, trust, withdraw, or cling in adult relationships are shaped early in life. Psychologists often describe this through attachment theory: early caregiving experiences can influence how safe, secure, and connected we feel with others later on. Importantly, these patterns are changeable—they […]
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Reader’s letter:Hi Zola, I don’t even know where to start. I’ve been with my boyfriend for three years, and I truly believed we were solid. We’ve spoken about marriage, building a future, all of it. But last weekend, while he was in the shower, I did something I’m not proud of: I went through his […]
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How to Set Boundaries With Family Without Feeling Guilty Setting boundaries with family is one of the hardest emotional skills to learn. Not because it’s complicated—but because it feels personal. You’re not just dealing with behaviour. You’re dealing with history, loyalty, culture, and emotional conditioning that often says: “Family comes first, no matter what.” So […]
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One Simple Habit That Changes Everything: Why Daily Walking Is So Powerful for Your Health In a place like South Africa—where life moves fast, stress is high, and many people spend long hours sitting or commuting—it’s easy to underestimate something as simple as walking. No gym. No equipment. No complicated routine. Just walking. Yet research […]
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Life in South Africa can be a beautiful whirlwind. From the bustling streets of Johannesburg to the calm seaside towns of the Western Cape, our days are filled with work, family, and the constant buzz of modern life. But amid all this energy, taking care of yourself — truly caring for your mind, body, and […]
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What No One Tells You About Adulting (The Truth Behind “Having It Together”) No one really prepares you for this part. One minute, you’re excited to be independent, dreaming about your own space, your own money, your own life. The next? You’re Googling how taxes work, wondering what to cook for dinner again, and questioning […]
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10 Daily Habits That Will Improve Your Mental Health Naturally It’s usually not one big thing that changes your life. It’s the small things.The quiet routines.The habits you barely think about — but repeat every day. Because mental health isn’t built in a single moment. It’s shaped by what you do consistently. And the good […]
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How Social Media Is Changing Relationships (For Better and Worse) It starts innocently. You’re lying next to your partner, both of you scrolling. You laugh at a meme, send each other TikToks, maybe even tag each other in a cute couple post. But somewhere between the likes, the DMs, and the endless scrolling…something shifts. Because […]
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Whether through a minor bump in your journey or a full-blown crisis, you may sometimes struggle with your mental health in some capacity or another. It can be difficult to prioritise yourself while pursuing educational and professional goals. However, focusing on your mental health is one of the most powerful steps you can take to improve your overall quality […]
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Four years on: Riky Rick’s legacy of love and creativity lives on Four years after the sudden loss of Rikhado “Riky Rick” Makhado on 23 February 2022, his presence still resonates across South Africa. Known to fans as the “Hip-Hop Icon” and a fearless champion of youth culture, Riky Rick’s influence transcends music—extending into fashion, […]
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Laughter has a way of instantly connecting and improving people’s moods. It is one of the most basic ways in which people communicate. But more than that, laughter can increase confidence, self-esteem, creativity, positivity and bring positive changes. Also see: Evicted Kokii opens up about mental health and life lessons from Big Brother Mzansi Anxiety can […]
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