Living in the tropics may seem appealing but comes with many issues especially skin complaints, this to be discussed at a later stage. However, humans are essentially tropical creatures and not well equipped to deal with even mild cold according to some anthropologists. Living as sheltered as possible and wearing suitable clothing is a good… Continue Reading
To give definition to this phrase, the process is to re-energize tissues, repair or restore organs in question; unlocking huge opportunities for ones wellbeing, especially in the aging organism. Due to age, together with disease, damage or trauma, tissues can decline in function. The immediate response of the immune system is to make use of… Continue Reading
When writing on the topic, I was puzzled as to why people use the expression so frequently. My very first impressions were that of a poor fish, dangling off a hook, incapacitated and at the mercy of the fisherman. When thinking of “hooked” relating to human behaviour there are some quite interesting correlations to the… Continue Reading
The very word “goodbye” seems to arouse negative energy and could initially have an element of sadness to it,of loss,a “gone forever” feeling and conjures up strong emotions. However, there are instances when a farewell cannot come soon enough! Which reminds one of the expression “good riddance” which is basically a rude way of saying… Continue Reading
How wonderful to have one day dedicated to fathers, being recognised as special, this past Sunday on the 16th of June this year. Fathers mean so much to millions of children who often under difficult situations still love and honour their dads, especially when parents live apart. In the present South African climate, an endless… Continue Reading
I think it is safe to say, and one can be forgiven as it happens to most of us, having had the experience of returning home from a health store lugging bags of bottles and jars being the answer to maintaining good health. As this multitude of pills, capsules and liquids are packed away a… Continue Reading
THE LAW OF ATTRACTION This week’s blog may be alike to throwing the cat amongst the pigeons but readers may enjoy a topic to stimulate debate. Some readers might be of the opinion that like attracts like, as does negativity have the same outcome. However, a number of academics who have studied this phenomenon with… Continue Reading
OUR RAPIDLY CHANGING WORLD It is not inappropriate to commence this weeks content with a quote: “The people who are crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones who do just that” R.I.P. STEVE JOBS. The impact of technology is beyond imagination. Looking back in time, it is almost ludicrous to… Continue Reading
In celebration of Mother’s Day, the focus is limited to a few of the outstanding women in society; some who have celebrity titles and others who work tirelessly with little expectation of reward. With great difficulty in making choices, a bit of globe–trotting was the answer covering a wide spectrum from diverse parts of the… Continue Reading
An old saying exists that boredom is a luxury and loneliness a state of mind, the latter having some truth, however the causes and consequences of this emotion generating concern. While some people get a moral boost from the activities during what one may call the highlights of the year like Christmas, Easter and so… Continue Reading
