Fun with foodies is about to begin. We at Life Retreat are all lovers of fine food, wine, cooking and eating and drinking experiences, and fun with foodies is a natural progression born out of this love. I am fortunate enough to have a brother in law who is going to introduce himself below. His […]
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In order for any weight-loss program to 1) work, and 2) become a lifelong lifestyle, there have to be plenty of options available. If you feel hungry or deprived, you are on the wrong program. I have put my favorite foods into what I call “SuperGroups.” Each SuperGroup is comprised of a different family of […]
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A chance to win 2 x beautiful sterling silver rings designed by Janine Binneman Jewellery worth R580. Competition Ends: 30 April 2016 Janine Binneman’s forté lies in interpreting her clients’ design direction to create one-of-a-kind fine jewellery masterpieces that communicate their individual style. Janine’s scope is varied, from classic, antique inspired engagement rings to ultra-contemporary pieces. Browse our […]
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The following is an article by Bill Burridge. You can read his blog here We live in what seems to be an immensely challenged and challenging world. The vast and growing number of people living on earth today pose an unprecedented challenge to the ability of our planet and its environment to sustain life as we […]
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The OREO Chocolate Crème flavoured cookie is here! Life Retreat is giving away seven amazing OREO giveaway hampers worth R300 each! To celebrate it’s 104th birthday, OREO has launched a global ‘Wonderfilled‘ campaign, encouraging people to “open up” and make connections with new people. Oreo are giving you the chance to win one of three family trips to […]
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When it comes to making a small room in the house or a tiny apartment look and feel more spacious, there are only two important rules to keep in mind; firstly and most importantly, is to let in as much light as possible and secondly, to make use of as many ceiling bookshelves as possible. […]
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The following is written by life coach, inspirational speaker and thought leader Robin Sharma Here’s the great seduction of a human life: we postpone doing what matters most until sometime in the future when we hope it will all be easier. And yet, you’re smart so you know the truth: there will never be a better […]
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If you, like me, are an animal lover, then you may already know this; having a pet is actually good for your health. Really good in fact! If you are thinking of getting a dog, here are a few great reasons why you should: They boost your mood This one may seem […]
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It is really difficult keeping that gorgeous Summer glow when Winter brings some not-so-gorgeous side effects like dry skin, split ends, and chapped lips. Luckily, my top 7 March must-haves in Beauty & Skincare will help banish all your beauty bummers. In this post I will be focusing on ‘My Top 7 March Must-Haves In […]
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The secret to change is to focus all your energy, not on fighting the old, but building the new – Socrates
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We attended the Re-Launch of the Diesel store in V&A Waterfront, Cape Town. Their brand new store front recently under went a face lift targeting their super chic, living on the edge, clients. We were greeted with champagne on arrival, along with a variety of canapés and great conversation. A live tattoo demonstration and a hair […]
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On rare occasions, you come across some pictures that make you realize that sometimes, the world isn’t all that bad. Here are a few to brighten your day. Inspirational pictures and stories for you to shareClick To Tweet
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No one can make you feel inferior without your consent
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One day, a few months ago, my son got angry and kicked a glass door. A myriad of options ran through my head as I decided how I could deal with this. Of course there was a part of me that wanted to rant and rave, give a lecture and send him to his room. […]
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We all make mistakes, have struggles, and regret things in our past. But you are not your mistakes, your struggles, and you are here, now with the power to shape your day and your future.
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Kale is a leafy green plant that can be prepared as a crispy snack. Kale chips are rising in popularity as a delicious and healthy alternative to french fries. The nuts and soya lechitin in this recipe add a creamy, ‘cheesy’ taste to the chips, and, for a pleasant burn, cayenne pepper can be added […]
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I’m sure that at some point in your life, if not right now, you have experienced a feeling of being stuck, or what a colleague of mine calls ‘stuckness’. It’s a common affliction and one that has a simple solution. Just recently, and quite uncharacteristically, I have been experiencing muscle pain in my back, most […]
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Never say never because, just like fears, limits are often just an illusion. – Michael Jordan Words of wisdom to shareClick To Tweet
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Most travelers try to make the most of their limited time overseas, yet fail to take into account the leap in time zones they make in a matter of hours. It can take your body’s internal clock several days to catch up to that leap, and in the meantime you’re likely to experience the disruption […]
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Win 5 x Double tickets to this year’s Decorex Expo in Cape Town 29 April -2 May 2016 at the CTICC. To enter, just tell us what is your favourite decoration in your home. The Cape’s leading décor, design and lifestyle exhibition once again promises to be the destination of choice for those intent on […]
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Every parent deserves to watch their child grow into a happy, healthy adult. But children from the world’s poorest communities are deprived of health care. They don’t receive vaccinations. They don’t have doctors. Every day, they become the victims of serious sickness—and even death. For each person who takes this quiz (only three questions), PIH […]
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Wherever your focus is directed, that’s where your energy goes. Whatever you allow in your space, you eventually become. If you are angry at someone and you direct all that anger and energy towards that person, only gives them more power over you. When you allow yourself to constantly think of […]
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Stress increases the risk of mental disorders, depression, high blood pressure, anxiety, addiction, heart problems, hair loss and even skin disorders and other health conditions. When it’s not managed properly, prolonged stress can lead to more serious, as well as permanent, conditions like memory loss, decreased learning ability even personality changes because stress physically effects […]
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Win a this amazing coffee hamper from Bean There Coffee Company valued at R400! This prize includes 5 x 250g coffee beans & ground espresso coffee from all corners of the African continent. Competition Ends: 21 April 2016 This is one for the true coffee lovers. Experience the aromatic flavours from African coffee […]
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Your future depends on what you do today Life is all about the choices we make. Your life has endless possibilities, so try to make the right choice today in order for your future to be the what you choose it to be. No regrets.
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There is no better feeling, than jumping in the shower after a tough workout or a long day at the office. That fresh feeling helps revitalise you, while at the same time is quite calming. This is exactly why i am such a big fan of Hask Hair products. HASK is a collection of hair care products […]
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The food industry has promoted this claim for decades to sell breakfast cereal. But rigorous scientific studies have found no evidence that it’s true. The idea that a hearty breakfast is good for your health dates back to the 1920s, when Edward Bernays, a public relations guru, led a nationwide media campaign encouraging people to […]
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Each year, the typical adult can expect to contract two or three colds. Skip the annual flu vaccine and you set yourself up for a bout of that as well. But it doesn’t have to be this way! Aside from good hand washing (with soap, for at least 20 seconds), “there’s a lot you can […]
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There is nothing more powerful than showing forgiveness and grace to someone who doesn’t deserve it. When people don’t expect you to forgive them or when their actions has caused you so much pain that you don’t feel they deserve to be forgiven, even though this might be true, just remember that […]
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Garlic is an amazing super-food, which has been used for its various medicinal properties to improve health and healing for over 5,000 years. Today it is used in almost every household for adding flavour to food or in your daily supplements as well as various other home healing remedies. Read on to find out some […]
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How many times have you heard it? Fat doesn’t make you fat, sugar makes you fat! Yet we still find ourselves binging out on anything sweet for that extra kick to get you through the day. Am I right, or am I right? But don’t worry, I have a solution to kick this horrible sugar […]
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According to many reflexologists and Chinese medicine practitioners, spots and pimples on your face map out internal health problems. Understanding what causes spots and breakouts, is the key to finding the most effective solution. The human body is a fascinating and complex wonder. Every single cell or atom the body consists of, has a specific […]
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With Easter just around the corner here is timely advice on how to help your pet beat the battle of the bulge rather than indulging with sweet treats or chocolate (which can be toxic for cats and dogs). Sister Cindy du Preez is a veterinary nurse (based in Pretoria) who has helped scores of her […]
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Your past is just a story. Once you realize this, it has no power over you Don’t allow what happened to you in the past, to have a hold on you in the present or the future.
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Bath salts are a wonderful way to enhance your daily beauty bath. They are the easiest bath and body products to make and are often some of the most expensive items in gift sets. Making them at home with your own home-grown herbs can cut some of those prices by half or more. The list […]
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Growing your own fertilizer is possibly the cheapest and most effective way of improving your soil. I see that just recently a number of well known authors have been discussing the benefits of green manures and nitrogen fixing legume crops. Find out which seeds works best as a green Green Manures are a vital tool […]
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JAN – A Breath of French Air is a memoir and celebration of the renowned eatery JAN, a South African restaurant in the south of France. The restaurant is a showcase of South Africa’s tradition of hospitality, transported from a farm in rural South Africa to the glamorous French Riviera. JAN, now a one-star Michelin […]
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Epsom salt is known for its health and beauty benefits and normally added to the bath to help you relax and unwind from a stressful day. However, Epsom salt can also be used in various other ways inside and outside of the house, here are some great uses you have to try: EPSOM SALT […]
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Sometimes it’s better to be kind than to be right. We do not need an intelligent mind that speaks, but a patient mind that listens. When you know the other person does not know what they are talking about and you do, it’s sometimes better to just to say nothing and listen […]
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Do you love food? It is official: I love food, so I thought a great way to spend my “free” time, would be to pay a visit to all of my favourite chefs, foodies, and restaurants. This way, I get to taste all their amazing food, and share all the latest food trends, and tastes […]
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Dream as if you’ll live forever, live as if you’ll die today
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Whether you like a relaxing soak or wish to enhance your beauty effortlessly, making Epsom salt a part of your daily routine can add a whole lot of goodness to your way of life. Here are a few amazing uses and benefits for Epsom salt you never know To experience the numerous health benefits of […]
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Comparison is the thief of joy When you compare your life to that of someone else’s by what they wear, the car they drive, their looks or even by their personality, you will never be happy with your own life. Always remember, there is someone else out there who wish they had […]
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As a parent, you need to find creative new ways to get your kids eating healthy foods. Some children love fruit and vegetables and will eat just about anything you give them. Then there are those who will always leave the healthy items in their lunch-box, sending back the apple or banana you packed in […]
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Don’t let your ears witness what your eyes don’t see. Don’t let your mouth speak what your heart doesn’t feel Don’t always believe everything you hear, it’s always best to see for yourself first. If your heart doesn’t feel it, rather don’t say something before you really do.
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“The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” Eleanor Roosevelt I need to begin by defining to myself what I believe dreams are. Daydreams are really what we visualize in a perfect world. We all have dreams for ourselves, and for those whom we care about. Dreams are generally positive […]
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We are always getting asked: What is the difference between contemporary art and old masters? In a nutshell, contemporary art is created by artists that are still alive. Old Masters are paintings painted by artists that are deceased. The good news is that if we purchase contemporary art now from well known, talented artists, then chances […]
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Win a Trollbeads Easter bead as well as a white leather bracelet for your new bead. The hunt begins on 11 March 2016. To enter all you need to do is visit the IYØS website and hunt for the IYØS Easter Egg. Facebook message IYØS, and tell us where you found the Easter Egg. The winner will be announced on the 24th of March 2016. […]
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A complete list of natural remedies for everything! It’s important to know what you can use in case of emergency or even just for everyday cleansing. Find out exactly what works most effectively from cleaning your teeth to curing colds and flu. Clean hands and surfaces: 1x skin sanitzer 1 x hydrochloric […]
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Note to self: I’m going to make you so proud today What you say to yourself should be motivational. Don’t break yourself down, but instead build yourself up and make yourself proud. No need to impress anyone else but your biggest critic…yourself.
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Have you seen the price of potatoes in the shops? This is normally one of the cheapest times for potatoes as the spring planted harvests have come in. The drought has put the national potato crop in jeopardy, and unless we have consistent rains for the next few months we may be in for an expensive […]
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Your vibe attracts your tribe The energy you release into the world, will attract the kind of people with the same attitude and mindset as yourself. Think carefully about what kind of people you want to have an influence on your life. Change your attitude and your mindset and become the the […]
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Since its humble beginnings in Johannesburg 117 years ago, the Charles Greig brand has since earned a distinguished reputation as one of the world’s leading couturiers of custom designed, handmade jewellery and exclusive watch brands, including Rolex, Cartier, Breitling, Tag Heuer, Longines and IWC Schaffhausen. Under the stewardship of Christopher, Donald and Richard Greig, fourth […]
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A river cuts through a rock, not because of it’s power, but because of it’s persistence Don’t just take my word for it, go look at the Grand Canyon; One small stream has been cutting in deeper and widening that canyon for 5 or 6 million years to get it as big as […]
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Who are we? We’re an ignition point for the day that keeps on igniting from dawn through dusk. We’re a cheerleader, an all day pep talk; a cast-iron reason to believe that you can make all your moves throughout the day and make them with confidence. What We Believe – Shield We move less than we […]
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Echoing the upcoming fashion trends of geometric shapes and ethereal pastels are stunning minimalist jewellery designs, illuminated with the fresh tones and glistening textures of an inspiring new season. See what is in style and trending this Spring from Pandora’s collection; Jewellery, geometry and pastels Dark days give way to spring’s glorious light. Capturing the […]
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Perhaps it’s not the intensity of your love, but the quality of the people you are loving There are many of us who loves intensely, but sometimes in doing so, those whom you love does not always know how to respond to it. Before you look for the fault in yourself, maybe […]
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Do you fear fat? Well, then, you’re not alone. I once subscribed to that very much outdated myth, too. After all, eating fat makes you fat, right? From a caloric perspective, that kind of makes sense. Dietary fat contains nine calories per gram, versus the four calories per gram for protein and carbohydrates. So if […]
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Who would have thought that the passion flower, widely used in western herbal medicine, is also known for it’s effectiveness as a anxiety relieving herb. Here’s how it can help you ease anxiety… According to the Mayo Clinic, anxiety happens as a normal part of life and can even be useful when it alerts you […]
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What Is A Mandala? Mandala (Sanskrit: मण्डल, lit, circle) is a spiritual and ritual symbol in Indian religions, representing the universe. In common use, mandala has become a generic term for any diagram, chart or geometric pattern that represents the cosmos metaphysically or symbolically; a microcosm of the universe. The basic form of most mandalas is […]
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If you are older than 40, these are the most important supplements you need to slow aging and to help prevent age-related diseases. As women and men age, our hormones responsible for heart health, bone density, immune function and brain sharpness start to wane. See if your daily supplements has the following ingredients: TDiabetes, cardiovascular […]
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It’s not always about trying to fix something which is broken, sometimes you need to start over and create something better There is a saying that you might be familiar with a similar saying which basically tells us if something is broken, don’t just throw it away before you have tried […]
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Let’s be honest. Sometimes an item comes along that explodes in popularity due to supposed health benefits, or cosmetic benefits. But most of these items turn out to be duds. The benefits are non-existent or so minimal that they don’t help in any meaningful way. So when coconut oil became so popular a few months […]
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If you crave chocolate or Cheetos after a hectic day, it may be because you’re sleep-deprived, a new study suggests. Researchers have found that lack of sleep may lead to increased appetite and an affinity for unhealthy foods. According to the Centers for Disease Control, one in three U.S. adults don’t get enough, and roughly the […]
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Think back over the past year. What were your favourite food trends of 2015? Perhaps one of the super-foods, or maybe you got into molecular gastronomy? Posh burgers continued to rise in popularity, and poutine was firmly on the menu of 2015. But now that 2015 has left the room, I wanted to write a […]
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