When ‘man of the house’ means no responsibility
In many homes, the phrase ‘man of the house’ is spoken with pride. It is used to affirm a young boy’s importance, especially...
Fear of falling behind in life
At some point in adulthood, many of us begin to feel like we are running in a race we never signed up for....
When productivity becomes personality
In today’s world, productivity is no longer just a skill or a habit; for many people, it has quietly become an identity. We...
Living in perpetual crisis mode
For many people today, life feels like a constant emergency. There is always something demanding immediate attention: Breaking news, personal pressures, financial worries,...
Cost of staying where you’ve outgrown
Growth is often celebrated but what we talk about less is the discomfort that comes with it. Outgrowing a place, a relationship, a...
Are we living too fast to think clearly?
January 2026 arrives without ceremony but heavy with judgement. A new legislative year opens and with it the uncomfortable truth: Time is the...
Discipline turns into self-punishment
Discipline is often praised as a virtue. It is associated with success, consistency and strength of character. We are told that discipline is...
Sitting with discomfort instead of escaping
Discomfort is something most people are taught to avoid. From a young age, we learn to distract ourselves from unpleasant emotions, to stay...
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ByBandiswa Vilane4 March 2026