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Avoid these bedroom blunders: the biggest sex 'icks' that kill the mood

Ultimately, intimacy thrives on mutual care and respect. . Sexual wellness starts with mutual respect, open dialogue, and a willingness to grow together.

Lifestyle Love Sex Relationships
Vuyile Madwantsi|Published

Why you should give yourself a hand this International Masturbation Month

Masturbation is a common and healthy part of human sexuality. How often you masturbate depends on your lifestyle, relationships, and state of mind.

Lifestyle Health
Vuyile Madwantsi|Published

Perfectionism: the anxiety trigger you didn't sign up for – five ways to break free

Striving for perfection might appear admirable, but the truth is that it can take a heavy toll on mental well-being.

Lifestyle Health
Vuyile Madwantsi|Published

Age is just a number: how TikTok queens are celebrating the joys of growing older

Ageing doesn’t have to be a source of fear, especially with the rise of women on TikTok proudly declaring that life truly begins beyond 30. Join the movement that’s celebrating wisdom, strength, and grace as women rewrite the narrative on ageing.

Lifestyle Style Beauty Beauty
Vuyile Madwantsi|Published

From awareness to acceptance: transforming the autism dialogue one conversation at a time

April marks Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month, prompting reflection on the progress and challenges faced by autistic individuals in South Africa.

Lifestyle Health
Vuyile Madwantsi|Published

When heartbreak hits: why men feel the pain of breakups more than women

Explore the surprising truth about emotional responses to breakups, revealing how societal norms shape men's and women's coping mechanisms, and why men often struggle more than women in the aftermath of a relationship.

Lifestyle Love Sex Relationships
Vuyile Madwantsi|Published

Sky's the limit: woman soars as first in her village to board a plane

In a heart-warming twist, a young woman proves that life's little victories deserve grand celebrations.

Travel South Africa
Vuyile Madwantsi|Published

Benny Blanco’s thoughtful prom-themed birthday party for Selena Gomez is the romance we all deserve

Benny Blanco made his birthday unforgettable by throwing a prom-themed party for Selena Gomez, who never attended prom as a teenager. This heartfelt gesture highlights the importance of thoughtfulness in relationships.

Lifestyle Love Sex Relationships
Vuyile Madwantsi|Published

Age is just a number: CDC data shows 40s are the new 20s for baby-making

Whether the choice is to defer pregnancy until the 40s or to remain child-free altogether, one thing is clear: women are redefining the path of motherhood, embracing the power of choice.

Lifestyle Family Parenting
Vuyile Madwantsi|Published

Bigger isn’t always better: Dr Nombulelo Metuse launches pro bono breast reduction initiative for South African women

Dr Nombulelo Metuse's Pro Bono Breast Reduction Initiative offers South African women a chance to reclaim their confidence and improve their quality of life through free surgeries, addressing both physical and emotional burdens associated with large breasts.

Lifestyle Health
Vuyile Madwantsi|Published