Stress is no stranger to any of us. Stressful experiences are a normal part of life, and the stress response is a survival mechanism that primes us to respond to threats or difficulties in life. Some stress can be positive and the end result can be extremely rewarding but…
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The world can appear to be a very scary and complicated place at times, especially considering the constant changes that have been happening as of recent. Many people aren’t afraid of big changes, and that’s completely okay, but there are many of us who are actively seeing these changes take place and we’re constantly wondering, ‘will I fit in?’
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As a young adult, you will soon realise that the world moves at an unfamiliar pace and never waits for you to catch up. Along with the fast-paced lifestyle, there are a lot of decisions you will have to make on your own and in addition, there are documents that you will need to have on hand to support those decisions.
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Being left alone is not for everyone, but are you among those who hate being left alone and are constantly looking for company? Or are you the type of person who loves their ‘me’ time? Remember, being alone and being lonely are two completely different things. Those who enjoy being left alone will never feel lonely and will always enjoy their own company as they prefer spending time on their own
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My friend and I were chilling with two other girls we grew up with in the same neighbourhood. This hardly happens and I am happy. I hardly go out and the fresh air feels so good. Did it really have to take someone to get me out of the house? Well, it seems that’s the case, since I have not been out since then.
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Juggling a life split between work, home expectations and still dealing with relaxed Covid-19 restrictions, many South Africans are becoming mentally and physically exhausted with their daily lives. This prolonged period of tiredness known as burnout is not just a way you feel, it’s an actual syndrome that affects many individuals across the country.
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Social media has become one of our best friends in the past year. Since we’ve been sitting at home, with rarely any contact with others, social media has kept us in contact with friends and family, and the rest of the world. Most of us use sites like Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter several times a day, and it’s become second nature that we may not even realise the do’s and don’ts of social media etiquette.
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If you are currently thinking about running for a leadership position within your class, university or workplace, it’s important to focus on leadership as a journey or learning experience, and not a set of goals. The foundation of successful leadership is a set of skills. You may have earned a leadership position through a combination of knowledge, confidence and hard work, but once earned, you will need a new set of skills to allow yourself to become a successful leader.
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Ah, the terrifying cover letter! Yes, it can be dreadful, especially after curating the perfect CV, you now need to write a cover letter which goes hand in hand with that CV for the job position you want to apply for. As of recent, cover letters are necessary when applying for a job and the closer to perfect your letter is,
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Research is important. From the shoes you buy to the course you wish to study to the bank account you want to open and to the job you plan on applying for. When preparing for an interview, we often have no idea where to start.
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