Dogs aren’t called man’s best friend for nothing. Studies prove that dogs can boost your mental health. This was the very reason that I eventually gave in and got a puppy for Ashton. Dogs are loyal, devoted, loving, dependable and typically cuddly. All the perfect attributes that one would wantContinue Reading
As of today, my children have spent 79 days in lock-down. Sounds rather hectic but the the fact is Ashton has gained improved mental health and we as a family have gained immense clarity. The upside of lock-down Lock-down is tough, there’s no doubt about it but we are aContinue Reading
More than a month into lock-down and it’s understandable to feel unsettled at this time. Workplaces across South Africa and the world are facing uncertain and difficult times. Resulting in South Africans focusing on what that means for them. Work and good mental health in the time of Corona isContinue Reading
Just when I think we are getting a grip on Ashton’s mental health issues, we get thrown another curve ball. Teen life is super difficult no matter what, then add mental health issues and you have diabolic situation on your hands. Now throw in a third element like COVID-19 andContinue Reading
Spending time in nature has been found to help with mental health problems including anxiety and depression. This past December vacation we escaped the city to discover the relationship between nature & mental health. 2019 saw our lives rocked by mental health issues. It was an emotionally draining year that left us hitting rockContinue Reading
South African family living with mental health issues speak out about the struggles they face and hope they copeContinue Reading
Tea is symbolic of harmony, peace, spiritual enlightenment, spiritual awakening, spiritual connection, rejuvenation, refreshment, change and contentment. Now researchers are discovering how the ingredients in a cup of tea can lift mood, improve focus and perhaps even ward off depression and dementia. Today I’m spilling the tea on tea’s health benefitsContinue Reading
I recently attended a webinar about the well-being of Healthcare workers which gave me incredible food for thought. The information shared, made me ponder on the fact that healthcare workers endure a lot while selflessly giving of themselves. Often forgetting to prioritise themselves, South Africa’s healthcare workers are finally gettingContinue Reading
In January 2018 I commenced on a weightloss journey. I was chronically ill and my doctor said that my kids would grow up without a mother if I didn’t change my ways. Two years on, I’ve come to realise that health is the ultimate goal. The weight loss journey ApologiesContinue Reading
Mental health matters. A little more about how we cope with my 15 year old’s conditionsContinue Reading