Are you tethered to your device, even as you long to set sail on the seas of relaxation? Do you find your mind still docked in the port of work-related worries, even when your body reaches its holiday destination? Perhaps it’s time to cut loose and truly embark on your journey to unwind. Business owners, […]
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What’s all the fuss about October in South Africa? Everyone is run off their feet, sweating the small stuff, breathing heavily, jumping hula hoops. Somehow October seems to be the ‘red flag’ of months, where stress indicators fly off the charts as we beat our deadline drums and rush around the clock in a frazzled
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We all know the drill: We start the year with grand plans of hitting the gym, eating better and living our best lives as we commit to lofty resolutions. But somewhere between “I’m going to crush this!” and “where did the year go”, all levels of motivation and that January oomph inevitably become harder to
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The Cellars-Hohenort Hotel & Spa has launched a rejuvenating Restorative Retreat package for those wanting to immerse themselves in the tranquillity of the 9-acre estate within the heart of Cape Town’s Constantia Valley. The celebrated gardens of The Cellars-Hohenort lend themselves perfectly to the Japanese wellness concept of forest bathing. Here, against the backdrop of
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Gloot, a health, wellness and beauty brand dedicated exclusively to women, has exploded onto the South African sports nutrition and supplement scene. The brand’s bright, aesthetically appealing packaging and smart marketing have resonated with the traditionally underserved female market, gaining more than R4 million a month in revenue in just over eight months. Since launching
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Often, we are so busy taking care of the physical and/or emotional needs of our spouses, children, parents and even friends – all the while juggling work and the demands of our daily lives – that the importance of self-care escapes us. “Self-care is more than just a buzzword; it’s the cornerstone of your overall
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In an era of 24-hour digital distraction, people – especially youngsters – need to build the skill of purposefully choosing where to focus their attention rather than habitually allowing it to be pulled in multiple directions. This is according to Dr Tessa Roos, a specialist psychiatrist and mindfulness teacher practising at UCT Private Academic Hospital,
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As the chill of winter settles across the country, the idea of pulling your blanket over your head and staying there until the warm weather returns can be very alluring. The threat of burnout and the strain it creates can also become incredibly stressful for people to deal with during the winter months. A 2023
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FUTURELIFE®, a leading health and wellness brand whose overriding goal is to improve the health and well-being of South Africans, launched the ASPIRE2B DIGITAL AI WELLNESS EXPERIENCE at its Canal Walk store in early March this year. Using cutting-edge artificial intelligence technology, the free wellness assessment provides customers with personalised insights into their biological age,
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Feeling overwhelmed by life’s demands? Is the constant juggle of work, family and relationships leaving you feeling like you are just keeping your head above water? According to research, the solution is simple: spend more time in nature. “Sounds easy enough, yet many of us just don’t do it,” says Orrin Cottle, CEO of Brahman
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