by Andrew (Admin) Kakai | Nov 15, 2023 | Blog, Flavor Of The Month, HD NewsFeed, The Juice
World Aids Day on 1 December is a reminder to reach out to others and bring conversations about HIV/Aids into the open. The group that most needs our support is the young people just starting to explore their sexuality.
Do you remember what it’s like to be a teenager thinking about physical relationships? It’s both thrilling and terrifying. You’re dealing with new emotional experiences that can be quite overwhelming – and that’s even before thinking about HIV/Aids.
by Andrew (Admin) Kakai | Nov 15, 2023 | Blog, Flavor Of The Month, HD NewsFeed, The Juice
The festive season comes with so many expectations – magical moments, picture-perfect family time – that we could easily neglect our emotional health as we try to live up to them.
Surrounded by tinsel, lights, family and festive cheer, it’s hard for some to imagine that anyone could feel lonely. Sadly, in the midst of this magical time, many people suffer their greatest periods of sadness and isolation. In fact, psychologists theorise that it is precisely the emphasis on family and togetherness, paired with the extended time off from work, that highlights feelings of loneliness.
by Andrew (Admin) Kakai | Nov 15, 2023 | Blog, Flavor Of The Month, HD NewsFeed, The Juice
‘Tis the season for good food, spending time with loved ones and creating wonderful, lasting memories. You don’t have to forgo your seasonal delights though. Just make sure you eat healthy the rest of the time, avoid skipping meals to ‘make space’ for a big festive lunch or dinner, and stick to small portions of the treats.
by Andrew (Admin) Kakai | Aug 20, 2023 | Blog, Flavor Of The Month
The heart is not just a mechanical pump that needs physical maintenance; it’s also the seat of emotions and needs mindful support.
Heartfelt, heartache, big hearted … the heart is used to describe many of our deepest emotions. But did you know there’s a powerful link between your emotional health and your heart? This Heart Awareness Month, let’s have a heart for this incredible organ by considering the impact of our thoughts and feelings, and understanding how to look after ourselves.
by Andrew (Admin) Kakai | Aug 20, 2023 | Blog, Flavor Of The Month
It’s important that we understand that ‘wellbeing’ or ‘being- well’ is something you do, rather than something you are. The things we do and the way we think can have a big impact on our experience.
by Momentum Wellness | Jul 20, 2023 | Blog, Flavor Of The Month, Healthy Lifestyle
On 9 August 1956, over 20 000 women marched peacefully to the Union Buildings in Pretoria to protest oppressive apartheid laws. Those women played a crucial role in changing our country for the better. Today, Women’s Day is an opportunity to focus on how we can shatter the glass ceiling – not just by fighting sexism, but also racism, ageism, ableism and other forms of oppression.
