By being aware of your negative self-talk, acknowledging that making mistakes is part of being human, and concentrating on your passions, you may be kind to yourself. Four qualities characterise self-kindness, according to WebMD. Talking to oneself with kindness. Realising that everyone experiences suffering. Observing your feelings with clarity and objectivity, without stifling or exaggerating […]
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In a world that often demands us to be selfless and considerate towards others, we sometimes forget the significance of being kind to ourselves. Cultivating kindness for oneself is not a selfish act; instead, it forms the foundation for a healthier, happier, and more fulfilling life. Just as they say, “You can’t pour from an […]
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What is a self-care checklist and why is it so important? Well, there are a lot of misconceptions around self-care. And often people associate self-care checklists to getting facials, taking bubble baths, and buying new face serums which may bring you temporary joy, but these activities aren’t essential to preserving your health and wellbeing. Self-care […]
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Being a strong person who is always there for other people, giving advice and helping everywhere, you are somehow unable to share your vulnerability and your fragile side because you always have to be strong for other people. Having someone in your corner when the need arises does not take away from your confidence and […]
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Hobbies are not just for children; you actually need them in your life. Here’s how hobbies improve your well-being. By Gugulethu Mhlungu My grandmother retired a few years ago, and moved to Durban to live with my mother and brother. She walks the dog every day, often spends hours at the sea, and has a […]
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Many of us struggle with creating and asserting healthy boundaries in our lives, but boundaries are critical for a fulfilling life. By Gugulethu Mhlungu. I’ve been an Oprah Winfrey fan for many years and have watched many of her interviews. One of my favourite conversations was one she did in 2000 on learning how to […]
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The ideas of fulfilment occupy much of all our lives. But, what is it really? And, how do we attain it? Gugulethu Mhlungu finds out. One of the biggest questions we ask ourselves is: ‘What is happiness?’ It is one of the things that many of us spend so much time pursuing. Clinical psychologist Khosi […]
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For many, the first experience of trauma is during childhood which can have lifelong effects. Gugulethu Mhlungu finds out how reparenting yourself offers a useful tool for dealing with childhood pain. A study called Parents’ Adverse Childhood Experiences and Their Children’s Behavioural Health Problems, published in 2018 by the University of California, found that parents […]
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For many of us, when we think about love, we seldom think of self-love. But, how we see and value ourselves deserves to be a priority, writes Gugulethu Mhlungu. Falling in love with yourself From the time we are young, we are socialised into believing that some loves and relationships are more important than others. […]
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Having a balanced life as a mom can be difficult, follow these 5 tips to help you.
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