Category: Articles

Jou winterklankbaan

Vir koue dae, kopknikke in die reën, en dans-moves in jou kamer — hierdie is jou tienerwinter-snitlys. “Silwer” – Spoegwolf Rof, poëties en propvol emosie. Vir daardie oomblikke wanneer jy net wil dink en luister. “Leja”…

A man’s will

There is a question that echoes through quiet moments and late-night thoughts: What will you leave behind? For centuries, humanity has searched for meaning beyond survival, seeking legacy, memory, and significance. Yet in our present era of…

Herfs en die Siel: ‘n seisoen van rus en refleksie

Herfs is die seisoen van verandering – ‘n tyd waar die wêreld ‘n diep asemteug neem voordat die winter se stilte neerdaal. Dit is ook ‘n wonderlike geleentheid vir ons om dieselfde te doen: om stadiger te beweeg, bewus te wees van ons…

The Power of a Good Night’s Sleep

Why Rest is Your Superpower In a world that glorifies being busy, sleep often gets pushed to the bottom of the priority list. “I’ll sleep when I’m dead,” some say—but science has a different opinion. A good night’s sleep isn’t…

Against the Tide: Unleashing My Inner Strength and Letting Go

As I reflect on my recent 10km kayak challenge in the Berg River, I'm still trying to process the rollercoaster of emotions I experienced. The journey was a testament to my physical and mental limits, pushing me to dig deeper than I ever thought…

Explore the Wolwedans Dam Trail

The Wolwedans Dam Trail is one of Great Brak River’s hidden gems, offering a scenic and historically rich hiking experience. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, this 6.4 km out-and-back trail is well worth exploring. The route follows an…

Die Mite van Multitasking

Die taalpuriste verkies dalk die frase gelyktydige taakverrigting of die woord veeldoening, maar “multitasking” is iets wat ons almal dadelik verstaan. Ons leef in ‘n wêreld waar multitasking as ‘n noodsaaklike vaardigheid beskou word.…

Smart technology is not making us dumber, experts say

There are plenty of negatives associated with smart technology -- tech neck, texting and driving, blue light rays -- but there is also a positive: the digital age is not making us stupid, says University of Cincinnati social/behavioral expert…

Self-Medication & The Google Trap: Why Dr. Google Isn’t Your Friend

In today’s digital age, information is at our fingertips 24/7. Need a recipe? Google it. Want to learn a new skill? Watch a YouTube tutorial. But when it comes to diagnosing medical conditions and self-medicating, turning to the internet can…

Honey, our world is shrinking!

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Do you recall the lyrics of the Bee Gee song: “When we were small, and Christmas trees were tall...”? Well, now that we are tall, our neighbourhoods seem pretty small. No case of mind games here – our world is indeed becoming smaller!…

REFRAME, RECHARGE AND RESET FOR 2025

"Don’t let the words “back to work” overwhelm you. The best way to tackle a new year is with enthusiasm and a positive mindset. With some simple strategies and small, consistent steps, you can make 2025 your best year yet. Beat the post-holiday…

LIEFDE IN AL SY GEDAANTES

Liefde is ’n universele gevoel wat in verskillende gedaantes voorkom en elkeen van ons op unieke maniere raak. Dit is nie net beperk tot romantiese liefde nie, maar sluit ook die liefde vir familie, vriende, en die natuur in. In elke gedaante…