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Can You Defuse A Relationship Time Bomb?
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Can You Defuse A Relationship Time Bomb?

Creating balance in a long relationship can be a minefield of misunderstandings, as author Anna Maxted knows...

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4 mins  |
September 2017
Making time for me
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Making time for me

Four well-known women tell Stephanie van der Plank how they find peace of mind, whether it’s a long soak in a warm bath brimming with essential oils, or escaping to a secluded family farm for a little quiet downtime...

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10+ mins  |
August 2016
'I've Finally Learnt Not To Say 'Yes' To Everything...'
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'I've Finally Learnt Not To Say 'Yes' To Everything...'

TV presenter Fiona Bruce talks to Charlotte Williamson about conquering her nerves, collecting antiques – and being a festival virgin at 53

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9 mins  |
February 2018
Autism Has Never Held Me Back
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Autism Has Never Held Me Back

Journalist Laura James had always felt different, but nobody – including doctors – could work out why. It wasn’t until her mid forties that she was diagnosed with autism

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4 mins  |
February 2018
'I Would Have Died Without Pioneering Stroke Treatment'
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'I Would Have Died Without Pioneering Stroke Treatment'

Rebecca Moore’s life was saved after she had a blood clot removed from her brain

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3 mins  |
February 2018
Behind The Scenes On Outlander
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Behind The Scenes On Outlander

Last year, Outlander’s cast and crew came to SA shores to film a few episodes of season three. We caught up with three people who help make this hit TV show happen

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5 mins  |
February 2018
Holidays Shouldn't Be A Time Of Terror
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Holidays Shouldn't Be A Time Of Terror

Abuse survivor Celeste Louw talks to Stephanie van der Plank about her troubled previous relationship, and how she began her road to recovery

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5 mins  |
December 2018
'I'm Living With Passion'
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'I'm Living With Passion'

Dame Darcey Bussell talks to Nathalie Whittle about the backstage world of Strictly, ditching perfection, and making Christmas magical...

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8 mins  |
December 2018
Eat, Drink... & Still Shrink!
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Eat, Drink... & Still Shrink!

With temptation in the way, how to stay trim over Christmas? Fitness and healthy food guru Joe Wicks shares his festive fitness manifesto...

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3 mins  |
December 2018
Our Christmas With A Twist
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Our Christmas With A Twist

You don’t have to stick to the same old traditions. Marike Watson meets three readers who are doing things differently this year

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6 mins  |
December 2018
More Joy, Less Stress
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More Joy, Less Stress

Are you frantically trying to get it all done? Stop, breathe – and make this the year that YOU enjoy Christmas...

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4 mins  |
December 2018
'I've Learnt To Be In The Now'
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'I've Learnt To Be In The Now'

Kalahari skincare founder Carina Franck talks to Stephanie van der Plank about staying true to herself, respecting heritage, and finding her passion

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6 mins  |
January 2019
The Way I Am‘ Family Is All That Matters Now'
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The Way I Am‘ Family Is All That Matters Now'

Singer Michael Bublé, 43, shares his passions with Nathalie Whittle. He lives in Canada with his wife, Luisana Lopilato, and their three children

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3 mins  |
January 2019
Making Memories That Last A Lifetime
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Making Memories That Last A Lifetime

Summer is the perfect time of year to create meaningful moments that you’ll always remember

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5 mins  |
January 2019
The 10 Simple Secrets To Loving Life
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The 10 Simple Secrets To Loving Life

Take stock this summer with some small tweaks to your outlook. The result? A happier, more fulfilled you

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6 mins  |
January 2019
I Want It!
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I Want It!

Here’s what we’re lusting after this month...

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1 min  |
August 2019
A Twist On Classics
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A Twist On Classics

Once you get your forever pieces right, you won’t look back. Our readers show you which key classics to invest in

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2 mins  |
August 2019
My Raw Shea Butter Works Magic On Dry Skin
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My Raw Shea Butter Works Magic On Dry Skin

LEBITSO RAMPHORE, 35, lives in Hartbeespoort with her husband and three children. She founded Ostibel Africa, selling organic shea butter, and also runs a small decor business.

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2 mins  |
August 2019
Farm-Style Getaways
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Farm-Style Getaways

Leave the city bustle behind and switch off at these idyllic countryside spots, where you’ll discover the secrets to a simple life...

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6 mins  |
August 2019
Modern Heritage
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Modern Heritage

Introduce a quintessential traditional feel into your everyday wardrobe with country checks and blooming wildflowers

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3 mins  |
August 2019
‘Becoming A Mom Was The Best Decision I Ever Made'
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‘Becoming A Mom Was The Best Decision I Ever Made'

TV news anchor and UN Refugee Goodwill Ambassador Leanne Manas, 44, chats about family, success, and the secret to a good marriage

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3 mins  |
June 2019
Making Life Work With Dementia
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Making Life Work With Dementia

A full calendar, a positive outlook, planning ahead and alerts on her iPad – one inspiring woman tells Anna Moore how she copes

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5 mins  |
March 2019
Where The Living Is Easy
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Where The Living Is Easy

Candice and Joel Berger have created a breezy open-plan coastal home, where spaces seamlessly flow into one another...

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2 mins  |
January 2018
Our Garden Has The Best Of Both Worlds
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Our Garden Has The Best Of Both Worlds

This spacious Parkview garden houses indigenous African bushveld and a Provençal potager, making it a haven of stunning contrasts

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2 mins  |
January 2018
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I Feel Ready To Take On Anything

Sarah Graham, award-winning TV chef and SA’s favourite foodie, talks to Stephanie van der Plank about cosy winter evenings, a second honeymoon, and her new line of healthy snacks

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7 mins  |
July 2017
In Conversation With...Dinah Jefferies
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In Conversation With...Dinah Jefferies

The bestselling author talks to us about experiences that inspired her writing, having her first book published at 60, and her new novel Before the Rains

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5 mins  |
July 2017
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Silent Witness & My Real-Life Dreams

Emila Fox Talks To Clare Goldwin About The Joy Of Parenthood, Botox Fantasies And How Her Alter Ego, Dr Alexander, Deserves To Find Love...

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6 mins  |
May 2017
Mothers And Daughters
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Mothers And Daughters

KARREN BRADY SPEAKS CANDIDLY ABOUT HER RELATIONSHIP WITH HER MOM RITA AND WITH HER OWN DAUGHTER SOPHIA

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2 mins  |
May 2017
'It's Not About Being The Star Of The Show For Me Any More'
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'It's Not About Being The Star Of The Show For Me Any More'

As her new drama Save Me arrives on TV, Suranne Jones, 39, talks to Nathalie Whittle about sneaking off set, challenging costumes – and juggling work and motherhood...

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4 mins  |
June 2018
New Beginnings
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New Beginnings

For bestselling author Penny Vincenzi, selling the family home was an emotional wrench, but then another ‘For Sale’ sign opened the door to a new life…

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5 mins  |
June 2018