We recently had a heavy day in South Africa. Matric results day carries an emotional weight that is difficult to describe unless you’ve lived it — the anticipation, the fear, the hope, the comparisons, the expectations (your own and everyone else’s). For some, today brings celebration and relief. For others, it brings disappointment, shock, shame, […]
Every January, something predictable happens. Gyms fill up, grocery carts get greener, notebooks get labeled “New Goals,” and there’s a collective sense that this year will finally be the year. From a psychological point of view, New Year’s resolutions are fascinating—not because they’re misguided, but because they reveal something deeply human about hope, identity, and […]
Mental health conversations are becoming more common in South Africa, but many words are used interchangeably — often incorrectly. Two of the most misunderstood terms are “trauma” and “PTSD” (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder). While related, they are not the same thing. Confusing the two can cause unnecessary stigma, misunderstanding, and even silence people who need support. […]
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