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- Margaret Atwood



Is the expression of exhaustion a sign of ungratefulness?
Some weeks back someone I know posted a quote that said: “how nice is it to be exhausted from the things we prayed for.” So when I shared about how exhausted I was about work trips I was scheduled to take, my sisters’ reminder that I prayed for all this hit me like a ton of ice. I sobered up quickly and remembered… See, growing up, one of my favourite past times was magazine reading – something my mom passed on to me. I enjoyed the features, testing my knowledge with crosswor

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Grieving again through conversations and someone else’s loss
One thing I’ve come to learn is that grief is not a linear journey. It doesn’t follow a schedule and it certainly doesn’t fold neatly. For many, the pain of loss softens over time but it never truly disappears. It lingers quietly, tucked away in the corners of our hearts until something or someone brings it back, most times, unintentionally. One of the most unexpected triggers for this resurgence is witnessing someone else’s grief or conversations around holiday plans. When s

Refilwe
Nov 283 min read


Parenting: the gift and its challenges
Parenting is a profound gift that many of us are blessed to receive at some stage in our lives. It is a journey filled with unexpected twists, turns and challenges, yet it remains a gift that continues to enrich us in unique and meaningful ways. Becoming a parent is a life-changing experience. It demands an unwavering commitment to nurturing and guiding our children, shaping their characters and ensuring their well-being. The role of a parent requires us to dedicate our time

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Nov 173 min read


From city lights to coastal breezes: a 3-day NEV road trip across South Africa
Although I’m not an enthusiastic early riser, there’s something magical about hitting the open road before sunrise. The excitement and...

Refilwe
Oct 103 min read


After the Fires: Unlocking the Power of Letting Go by Nozipho Tshabalala
I recently attended Nozipho Tshabalala ’s book launch for her debut work, After the Fires: Unlocking the Power of Letting Go , Published...

Refilwe
Sep 53 min read


The peace that comes with showing up fully as yourself
From Limpopo, South Africa to the world. Khodani's journey is a reflection of what it means to believe in oneself, to have support, the...

Refilwe
Aug 296 min read


The call to obedience: a journey of discomfort and fulfilment
Cerita Nagy, Founder: Confident Women in Business What about women makes you tick? It’s their resilience, their ability to carry so much...

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Aug 248 min read


Staying soft in a world that rewards hardness
A story of one woman's resilience in the wake of a deadly illness - she's a waking miracle.

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Aug 176 min read


Becoming: A journey of reinvention, healing, and building Silo Luxury
There is just something so powerful and sacred about becoming. It’s not always graceful, and that is what makes it beautiful - the...

Nonku Kubheka
Aug 105 min read


Dear Women, Happy Women’s Day
A message for women in commemoration of Women's Day.

Refilwe
Aug 92 min read
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Finding your path: the power of determination and willpower
“Where there’s a will, there’s a way ” is a proverb that’s transcended generations, for the most part, echoing the power of one’s will to...

Refilwe
May 34 min read


When God’s timing disrupts your plans
What joy is it when your plans get disrupted by the move of God?

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Dec 2, 20244 min read


Corporate Shandis – a toolkit to help you survive the corporate world
Today was my first day back at work - what an eventful day it was! The day was a mixed bag filled with melodious “compliments of the new...

Refilwe
Jan 15, 20243 min read


My 2023 reading list
I'm currently busy with my 2023 reflections and in as much as I did well in some areas of my life and smashed my goals, on the...

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Dec 30, 20233 min read


Healing Journey: this too shall pass (Part 1)
Sometime in March, I was invited by MM Communications to speak to an audience of women from all walks of life on the theme, “this too...

Refilwe
May 9, 20233 min read


Staying connected to the main source
What are you rooted in?

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Apr 19, 20232 min read


Checklist for perfect motherhood
√ Spotless home √ Children adhere to sleep times √ Always on time for school and events √ Children always “well-mannered” √ Hearty...

Refilwe
Nov 22, 20224 min read


Faith in action
Let me tell you a lil story about faith. When I took leave for a whole week, before a work event, I'd thought I booked my flights. Whilst...

Refilwe
Nov 14, 20224 min read


Spiritual Detox Programme Reflections
Ever had a yearning to feel grounded, but you find yourself soaring on unhelpful activities that further impact negatively on your soul?

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Oct 9, 20226 min read


Extraordinary living for ordinary peeps
We are all ordinary people with extraordinary capabilities. BUT, unless you believe in your extraordinary capabilities ...

Refilwe
May 23, 20222 min read


Make things happen
Do you feel like life is passing you by? Here are some tips on making things happen!

Refilwe
Mar 31, 20224 min read


March Self-Care Guide
Hello March A brand new month - the last month of quarter one - is upon us. I don’t know if it’s just me but it seems time moves really...

Refilwe
Mar 3, 20225 min read


Thinking of giving up?
We’ve all enthusiastically started out on something and just when we hit what seems to be the first stumbling block, we are so...

Refilwe
Feb 17, 20223 min read


What in the balance?
New year, same old. Same old. Right? Not entirely! As the year progresses, holidays over with back to school and work pressures mounting,...

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Jan 24, 20224 min read


Why are you so assumptious?
An assumptious person makes a lot of assumptions, period. The Oxford Dictionary defines assumptions as: “a thing that is accepted as true...

Refilwe
Jan 10, 20223 min read


My heritage
Heritage Day, celebrated annually on 24 September in South Africa, has become synonymous with adorning of traditional attires to showcase...

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Apr 3, 20212 min read
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