Book Review: “What Happened to you” by Oprah Winfrey & Dr Perry
When I walked into the bookshop, I was welcomed by the sight of the following words: “What Happened To You?” I was deeply moved as these words resonated with me. Moreover, these words made me curious and eager to discover what happened to me.
The first thought that came to…
Bite Size: 5 Questions to reflect on this month
1. What immaterial gift can I give myself this December?
2. What immaterial gift can I give to someone I love?
3. What is the greatest immaterial gift I’ve received this year? Why?
4. Whose gift of friendship do I most appreciate? Let them know!
5. Ask yourself: What do I want (e.g….
Editor’s Letter: December Highlights the G4 – Giving, Gifting, Gratitude and Generosity
I believe that December is about hope, faith, showing appreciation and helping those in need. This manifests through giving, gifting, gratitude and generosity (G4), which is our theme for this month.
As a general rule, the G4 is what we do to show kindness to others and ourselves. And although…
Bite Size: 3 Wonderful Workout Apps and Programs I Would Recommend
When people talk about fitness and being healthy, more often than not, one starts to picture rigorous sweating, strenuous workouts and many different equipments. But I am here to tell you that you do not necessarily need all of that. Not only because workouts have come so far in…
November Reflection: Taking a step back can be the biggest boss move you make
(Editors Note: The following written piece is a beautiful reflection from a beautiful black woman who graciously took on the #BossUp challenge in the beginning of November. This reflection was made in the middle of November. IT IS WORTH THE READ!)
We are at the middle of the month and close to the end…
Gladys Francis has inspired many to defy the odds
We are currently witnessing more and more black African women making their mark in this world. There seems to be a surge – although subtle – of confidence, passion, and resilience embroidered in the way black African women present and represent themselves. Black African woman are shifting, changing, transitioning…
Be prepared! Pharmacy school is not a walk in the park
If you are reading this article right now, you are probably considering applying for Pharmacy school or have already received an acceptance letter. If this is you, I assume that you are nervous, excited, or both for the road ahead. Nonetheless, Congratulations Sis! You are now a step forward…
Dolls that look like me from Imibongo Kamakhulu Dolls
If you have read our blog for some time now, then you probably have seen the numerous articles I have written about being a new mom (#sorrynotsorry). With all that new motherhood entails, one of the biggest things I had to consider early on was what kinds of toys…
AT MY “BIG AGE” I still don’t know how to swim
Snorkelling has been on my bucket list for years now, but it has been motionless because I was never taught how to swim. So, on the one hand, snorkelling in the deep ocean, surrounded by beautiful sea creatures, has been a lifelong dream for me, but at the same,…