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START A BUSINESS LIKE a Saffer

There's nothing quite like a South African entrepreneur. In the face of adversity, they innovate and persevere. But what fuels that determination? We chatted to some self-starters to find out.

How to take the MONOTONY OUT OF MONOGAMY

It's easy to get complacent in a long-term relationship. Before you know it, your partner is little more than your roommate. Here's how to shake things up.

SUPER TROUPER

At one point, Josie Borain was the most famous model in the world. Her face was on every magazine that mattered. And in the madness of all that attention, she never lost her sense of self. She talks to us about turning 60, being single, and starting her third act with a move to the platteland.

Little wonder

Over the years we have visited 16 Greek islands, but when we first set foot on Halki, the little-known gem just south of Rhodes, we knew we'd found the closest thing to the perfect one. And we vowed to return. Often.

HOME AFFAIRS

These three entrepreneurs are redefining the heartbeat of homes through their unique blend of creativity, sustainability and purposeful design.

SELL FROM HOME! EARN AS MUCH AS YOU LIKE!

The modern multilevel marketing business has to continually morph and adapt to comply with legislation - but is it an opportunity worth pursuing, or just a dressedup pyramid scheme?

PAYING IT FORWARD

Nobody wants to think too deeply about their own death. Perhaps that's why so many of us shy away from even contemplating the prospect of organ donation. But did you know that a single organ donor can save up to seven lives, or that a kidney or liver transplant is possible from a still-living donor?

OVERWHELMED and OVERSCHEDULED

Is your inbox making you feel anxious? Do you sometimes feel like your to-do lists are endless? Do you feel exhausted after a day's work? Productivity expert Cal Newport has some tips that might help.

There are different ways of being a woman

For a long time, Jodie Foster was the most visible lesbian in Hollywood not that she really wanted to talk about it). Now, she feels liberated and is helping the younger generation follow suit.

POWDER your brows

Permanent makeup has come a long way since the 'very saturated, solid Khoki-pen eyebrows of the past.

THIS SEASON'S TOP FASHION TRENDS

All about fashion trends

Ties THAT BIND

You may not have heard of foetal-maternal microchimerism, but if you've ever been pregnant, you have probably experienced this phenomenon. It's now exciting scientists and giving solace to some grieving mothers.

CHALLENGING the ORTHODOXY of OXY

OxyContin - oxycodone controlled-release - is a godsend when used as prescribed to relieve severe pain. It's also a highly addictive narcotic opioid that can be lethal if misused. Should we be asking more questions about painkillers – and requesting less risky alternatives?

SEA SHELLS on the SEA SHORE

On a deserted stretch of beach in rural KwaZulu-Natal, you can be part of a once-in-a-lifetime wildlife experience. Welcome to Thonga Beach Lodge, home to a protected sea turtle nesting beach.

The sickness that saved me

When she woke up one morning and couldn't move, Zephné Weston thought she'd suffered a stroke. It turned out be 'the most common condition you've never heard of': functional neurological disorder.

A CLOSE WALK WITH nature

Meet Kiara Scott-Farmer, the woman behind the elegant wines of Brookdale Estate in Paarl.

INCREDIBLE India

There's a huge sense of optimism and purpose in India right now, which makes it a fabulous place to visit. And it's still reasonably affordable for South Africans.

OK, Computer

Artificial intelligence is no longer a pie-in-the-sky, one-day concept - experts say we are mere months away from it surpassing human intelligence. The big question is, what does that mean for us?

IS IT TIME TO LET YOUR WOUNDS HEAL?

These days, talking about trauma is more socially acceptable than it used to be. But is that encouraging us to overidentify with our emotional wounds instead of healing and moving on?

HOPE & HAPPY endings

Don't let the brightly coloured covers fool you: Emily Henry's brand of romance is funny and cosy - but it's also messy and moving. Meet the best-selling author redefining the genre.

THE TIME OF YOUR LIFE

Do you ever feel like there just aren't enough hours in the day? Or that your life is speeding by, and you're not living it to the full? Here's how to make the days count: with moments of awe, personal traditions and a well-crafted schedule.

Help IS AT HAND

South Africa ranks as one of the worst countries when it comes to mental health, says the Annual Mental State of the World Report 2021. As we mark World Mental Health Day on 10 October, we meet two entrepreneurs aiming to change that.

All DOLLED UP

Whether she's toting a baseball bat, pigtails and a wicked grin in Suicide Squad, bringing a real person to life on-screen in I, Tonya or working her magic behind the scenes of Promising Young Woman, Margot Robbie continues to dazzle. Now, she's taking on a role no one has ever played before.

'Why I choose SOUTH AFRICA'

Judging by doom-laden posts on Facebook, you'd think South Africans were emigrating en masse. But there are also many people out there who visit and fall in love with our messy, beautiful, diverse country.

GUT REACTION

Want to live a healthier, happier life? Experts think the bacteria in your gut could be the secret to living well

The savvy woman's guide TO INVESTING

Investing can be a daunting topic, full of jargon and snake oil salesmen. Fear not! In this short guide, we will walk you through the basics

Epic KRUGER SHALATI

The Train on the Bridge in the Kruger is pure romance. Even for midsters

"The future is still on your terms"

In these days of change and overwhelm, we need all the help we can get to stay sane. In his new book Thrive, Richard Sutton shows us how to do just that

Not your average detox

I checked into a hospital in India for three weeks of Ayurvedic treatment. Here's what I experienced and learnt from this ancient healing science

It's Amore

There's an old Sicilian saying: 'Never fear Rome; the serpent lies coiled in Naples', which illustrates so well the menace and beauty of this filthy, fascinating city. We spent three days there... just long enough to fall in love