As we age and find ourselves in our midlife years, there comes a time when we wonder about whether unfulfilled dreams for our lives will ever come to pass, whether it is too late to go after that daring career move, go on that awesome expedition for a holiday, etc. This time, I chat about…
Why should you stop drinking or smoking in your 40s? And what about thinking bad thoughts? Let go of what you may ask? Well, there are certain things that are no longer beneficial to our #bodies, minds and souls as we #age. 1. Drinking too much alcohol Oh dear, what a party pooper. Why do…
Neck Right, the #neck is first up for special treatment. It has similar skin to the face and décolletage and, therefore, utmost care must be taken with this often neglected part of our bodies. How many a video or article does not cite the need to take extra precaution for this part of the body…
It is officially summer in Cape Town and there is a uniquely enchanting what can only be described as a vibe in the air. The delightful buzz of #summer holidays is experienced as a palpable energy and expectant excitement so entrenched into this time of the year in our fantastic city. Now that you are…
Whether you tackle the dark days of ageing and perimenopause with the elegant game of a Federer or the dogged, rugged game of a Nadal, it is important to stay in the game, rally from setback and return an unreadable serve or forehand for a winner when disappointments strike. Arguably, one would need some FEDAL in the fight for the right mindset at this time in one’s life when the anticipated moments do not go to script, when #perimenopause symptoms like insomnia, heart palpitations and anxiety catch you off-guard, when you have to have an unexpected operation or when the implications of the loss of functionality, mobility and aesthetics are really hard to bear.