Category: Change moments
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Hey Mom & Dad, Thanks for Finally Getting Married
What does the old-fashioned ritual of marriage mean in the 21st Century? Seen in the light of lingering love and tenderness, it can be a revelation, especially if it’s your parents who have finally made the big decision. By Raphael Bromilow
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Move Aside, You Zombie Hordes, This is Cupid’s Day
While zombies roam the wastelands in search of nourishing brains, the rest of us will be happy to let someone have a piece of our heart this Valentine’s Day. Dorothy Black tells us why.
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The Big Secret to Making Sense of Your Teens
Given that every adult is a former teen, you might think it would be a simple, matter for parents to understand and communicate with their adolescent offspring. But life is a little more complicated than that, as our BrightRock Iris session discovers. So what’s the big secret to making sense of your teenagers in an…
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Why I Can’t Live Without My Whatsapp Mom-Friends
Schooldays are the craziest, most confusing days of your life, if you’re a mom trying to make sense of homework, schedules, and agendas. Thank heavens, then, for the other moms on your team, says Janine Dunlop
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My Ultimate 6-Point Checklist for Decluttering Your Life
Getting rid of stuff you don’t need can be a tiring process, but it’s got to be done. Here’s a check-list to keep you from starring in an episode of Hoarders. By Zakkiya Khan
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Boom! Got the job – how a rugby wannabe got his big break
A hopeful young rugby player grabbed his chance at a DHL Stormers team briefing, interrupting a presentation by official associate sponsor BrightRock to beg coach Robbie Fleck for a chance try out.
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Let’s talk about where your kids really are
It’s 9:30 am on a Sunday. Do you know where your kids are when they’re sitting right next to you? David O’ Sullivan chats to guests about the dangers of digital playgrounds
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Why I’m So Happy to be a Helicopter Mom
Watching over your child like a helicopter may be frowned on in some parenting circles, but the real sin is frowning on other people’s parenting choices, says Cath Jenkin
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Goodbye Freelancing, Hello Me-Lancing!
After a stint in the regular world of gainful employment, a freelancer chooses to go back to flying solo. But this time, it’s different. This time, the rules have changed. By Mandy Collins
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The Sweet Joy & Pain of Going Back Home
No matter how far you travel, no matter how your life may change, there’s something about a return to your roots that makes you feel like a child again. By Ishay Govender-Ypma