“I need time” is one of those lines that go up the “It’s not you, it’s me” alley. It’s overused, confusing and when it’s all said and done, it will leave you asking “what the hell just happened to my relationship?” Contrary to what you may believe, both men and women use this line often…
Depression, the silent Killer
Often called ‘the silent killer’, Depression is very real and should be treated as such. The term ‘depressed’ is used fairly freely in society today, but this has led to a blurring of boundaries between two different states of being. While feeling a bit ‘down’ is a perfectly natural reaction to life’s frequent curveballs, depression…
Speech by President Nelson Mandela at Diwali Celebrations
I found this beautiful speech by President Nelson Mandela at Diwali Celebrations held at Durban City Hall on 3 November 1991. As we celebrate, let us rememer all the values and teachings passed on to us. The essence of Diwali is rejoicing good over evil and sharing the light of love and friendship to whom we…
What Heritage Day in South Africa means to me
Heritage means that I have a tremendous history behind me that enables me to offer my country lessons I have learnt as an Indian born in South Africa. I am a part of what has made this country great, which is a mixture of many nationalities and religions. I have a meaningful upbringing as an…
The Four Agreements, by don Miguel Ruiz.
Lessons from The Book : The Four Agreements, by don Miguel Ruiz. Lets set free our self-limiting beliefs that rob us of joy and create needless suffering. Based on ancient Toltec wisdom, the Four Agreements offers a powerful code of conduct that can rapidly transform our lives to a new experience of freedom, true happiness, and…
Inspiration for the week : Invictus
Invictus Out of the night that covers me, Black as the Pit from pole to pole, I thank whatever gods may be For my unconquerable soul. In the fell clutch of circumstance I have not winced nor cried aloud. Under the bludgeonings of chance My head is bloody, but unbowed. Beyond this place of wrath…
