Did you know there are many physical symptoms of grief? Apparently, there is, and I have some signs for you to look out for:
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The term toxic positivity has been around for a while, but what is it and is it really that bad? I chatted to Kim-Lee Wentzel Ricketts, Industrial Psychologist, to demystify it for us.
Continue readingThe importance of affordable health cover
If the last two years taught me anything, it is that medical care is incredibly expensive.
Leading South African provider, Affinity Health, is on a mission to become one of the largest medical insurance companies on the continent, by focusing on local requirements and affordability.
Continue readingCharity Focus: QVDBF feeds 2 500 families
QVDBF is the Quinton van der Burgh Foundation, and they are the first focus of my new Charity focus section. The world is such an ugly place sometimes, from war, poverty, and practically daily mass shootings, I think it’s important to focus on those trying to make a difference.
I want to keep this going so please email me or comment with organisations doing something so we can all get some much-needed positivity in life.
Continue readingMushroom pasta bake recipe
Just here to share our mushroom pasta bake recipe. It is also pretty easy to make vegetarian for plant-based eaters.
It should be noted that we are in no way shape or form professional chefs. As a couple, Rob and I just like trying out different food and sharing our finds, so that is what you get here… Some budget meals that don’t look or feel like budget meals.
Continue readingTalking gut health with Euodia Samson
South African actress Euodia Samson, doesn’t make me think… healthy gut, nope she 100% makes me think Arendsvlei, Tussen Duiwels and more recently the Netflix original, Angeliena.
What many don’t know is that she is also a Tension and Trauma Release Therapist and an Integrated Wellness Consultant – with a passion for simple, delicious food that promotes health, in fact she has just released her first cookbook, Heal Your Gut.
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