by B4LCharl | Mar 23, 2018 | Articles, Charl's journal, Destress tips
I picked up the March issue of “Country Life”, drawn to its fresh outdoor images. Print has suffered a decline and it’s amazing how this magazine continues to flourish, glossy and bright. And then it dawned on me. Many South Africans want to live in the country – away...
by B4LCharl | Apr 12, 2017 | Charl's journal, Destress tips, Holistic wellbeing
There’s a great sense of hurry, of stress and anxiety wherever I drive. People I see are rushing on the roads, shopping in a hurry and trying to pile as much activity into one day as possible. I see unhappy faces and families living past each other. Groups of people...
by B4LCharl | Jan 18, 2017 | Articles, Charl's journal, Destress tips, Holistic wellbeing
I was sitting with a friend, doing what we all need to do (have a picnic!) and we were speaking about health. The pressure of trying to stay happy and healthy in an unhealthy world came up. My friend is starting her health journey and she knows there will be...
by B4LCharl | Jan 13, 2017 | Destress tips
Struggling to fall asleep? Try these simple ways to reduce stress and relax before you go to bed Turn off the TV – especially in the evening. You’ll find that you can sleep better at night. Read a book instead. Dim the lights – when your eyes are...
by B4LCharl | Nov 11, 2016 | Charl's journal, Destress tips, Holistic wellbeing
So, are you going away… Do you have an exotic December planned? Saving all your hard-earned coppers for a wonderful time in Cape Town, North Coast or Zanzibar? I’m sincerely proud of you, and encourage you to plan your trip thoroughly and get all your road worthy...
by B4LCharl | Nov 11, 2016 | Charl's journal, Destress tips, Holistic wellbeing
It’s that time of the year when we’re aching all over. Feet, joints, necks, shoulders. There’s also a water crisis and we are very aware of our low dam levels. Well, at least I hope we are! Baths have become a luxury. Yet, how our bodies still need a long, relaxing...
