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I’M one of those word nerds who look forward to seeing which new words dictionaries choose to include each year, and this year I’m very happy to add ‘vax’ (Oxford) and ‘NFT’ (Collins) to my lexicon. I’m a bit peeved that ‘cheugy’ didn’t make it, alth

I love this range of beautiful, affordable loungewear! Van Comfy clothes are ‘slow-made’ by hand, specifically for each client, and use only locally manufactured and sourced materials. Their winter tracksuits were a joy, and I love the look and feel

Pandemic comfort eating, hormone changes, disrupted exercise with lockdowns, and a new relatively sedentary job meant that I piled on some kilos. I felt sluggish, and unhappy with my body. I have never been a fan of diets, finding them too restrictiv

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This could be your lucky year. RELATIONSHIPS The year 2022 brings two eclipses in your Self-Esteem Zone, and that’s important. It suggests that if you haven’t been valuing yourself highly in enough in relationships, you can change this. Once you valu

You may picture a swinging pocket watch and being on stage quacking like a duck when you think of hypnotism. It’s hard not to. But while it may be funny to watch a grown-up getting in touch with their inner poultry, let’s just say stage hypnotists ha

IF asked, I would characterise myself as a rubber duck. Not perpetually optimistic or cheery, but the kind of person who, when sinking, rights herself no matter what and pops back up again. But the past 18 months… good grief and deep breath… have bee

Right now, many small businesses are struggling – they feel the pandemic pinch, and cash flow is seriously stretched. Here are some ways you can get a better grip on your business finances to survive and even thrive in the coming months: You don’t al

In the ’80s, ‘recovered memory’ therapy led to thousands of false allegations of satanic ritual abuse. How could these people remember so clearly events that never happened? One theory is so-called false memories. ‘With regression work, you’ve got to

Find a therapist registered with a regulatory body so you have recourse if you’re unhappy with the service provided, Jeanie advises. If you’re looking for a therapeutic treatment, find a psychologist who’s also a trained hypnotherapist. ‘When it come

The world is becoming more polarised and extreme. These are the areas where the gap is widening and becoming more heated: Broadly speaking, during the hard lockdown managers kept their jobs and employees didn’t. In order to work remotely, you need te

‘Home for me is about safety and embrace. It’s about shedding all the external masks that we have to wear out in the world. Home is really about beauty, safety, history. My friendships are home for me. My family is home for me. It’s an energetic conn

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MY 18-year marriage would not inspire a classic love story. We spent long periods apart. He was a private chef for a Swiss family, a job that required him to work abroad for months at a time. The family travelled frequently and he accompanied them. W

If you’re an expert in your field by qualification or experience, add your name to the database of voices at quotethiswoman.org.za. Anyone interested will be vetted and then given media training, which includes advice on how to relax and make sure an

Anara aloe-based products were developed by women for women, to help relieve symptoms associated with menopause, such as hot flushes, night sweats, hair loss and vaginal dryness, in as natural a way as possible. Always speak to your doctor before usi

If reaching financial abundance is one of your resolutions for the new year, Joanne advises that you start your year on the right foot with these goals: Do an honest assessment of your financial state. Go through your personal accounts, what you own,

Denise* comes from a large, poor family. ‘I started working at 14 and had to educate myself.’ Although she has done quite well for herself since then, she has allowed others to take from her. ‘When people are struggling I end up giving them everythin

The winners of the annual Santam Women of the Future Awards in association with FAIRLADY and TRUELOVE were announced at an exclusive awards ceremony emceed by Doreen Morris and broadcast via livestream. Santam partnered with us to celebrate and award

We all love fruit in summer, but if we had to pick a favourite it would probably be strawberries. Good thing, too, because strawberries contain a surprising amount of water (91%) – perfect for cooling down and keeping dehydration at bay on a swelteri

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The common belief that cabbage soothes sore breasts does seem to have some basis in science. Certain plant compounds found in cabbage cause capillaries to widen, stimulating blood flow and reducing inflammation. So placing cold cabbage leaves directl

1. It helps to make memories. 2. It helps to release stress. 3. It helps to regulate your heart rate. 4. Electrical stimulation of the vagus nerve can help to reduce inflammation. 5. It links your ‘gut brain’ to your brain. 6. It helps you to breathe

Make this your summer secret: African Extracts Rooibos Moisturising Illuminator SPF20, R219.99, deflects light, so it smooths out any bumps or blemishes – and it gives you a sun-kissed glow while also protecting you from the sun. It’s a handy little

As its name suggests, Rochas Girl Eau de Parfum, 40 ml, R899, is a young, happy fragrance to lighten the spirits. I love neroli, but it can sometimes overpower – here, it’s subtle and joyful. ■

Salon Science Hydraluxe Shampoo, R220, and Conditioner, R200, make an excellent combination treatment for dry, itchy or flaky scalp. The products contain AquaCacteen, an elixir made from organic cactus that helps to retain moisture to soothe and heal

There are seven ampoules in a box of Endocare Concentrate Anti-Aging Dermal Regeneration, R800, so you can apply one ampoule directly onto your skin every day for a week-long intensive dermal regeneration, or use one every so often before applying yo

1 Environ Body EssentiA Vitamin A, C & E Body Oil, R350, is a fabulous product that makes short work of dry, crêpey skin. Full of vitamins and antioxidants, it deeply conditions your skin as it nourishes it, and is particularly good on the bits that

With a nod to Valentine’s Day, we thought we’d try a little tenderness in the form of these delicious dessert wines. I love a small glass absolutely ice-cold or on the rocks, but you can also enjoy them at room temperature, either with dessert or che

Anything you can do in a fan oven you can do in an air-fryer – the latter is just more compact and energy-efficient. And you need much less oil to brown and crisp food. An electric coil provides radiant dry heat, which a fan circulates to cook the fo

✸✸✸ (973980) R2 499; CREATIVEHOUSEWARES.CO.ZA 1 500 W; 3.5 L This air-fryer can handle a variety of cooking tasks, and fared well in terms of ease of use and relatively quiet operating sound. Round baskets are quite restrictive in capacity, but this

The first correct entry drawn will win a Vice Reversa hamper worth R1 060. Vice Reversa microneedle patches have been hailed as more effective than collagen-promoting face creams in addressing wrinkles and skin elasticity. The medical-grade patches f

You could win one of three book hampers, each worth R550, courtesy of NB Publishers. CLOSING DATE: 17 FEBRUARY 2022 ADULTING 101: HOW TO SURVIVE THE REAL WORLD by Jen Thorpe School doesn’t teach us much about life in the world of work, relationships

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I’M hanging out in the kitchen, as one does, just minding my own business and doing my own thing. I am entirely alone in the house. For once. And it is bliss. This is one of the many things about Covid-19… It used to be that going away for the weeken