Varsity is a short period of your life to learn and grow – both in and out of the lecture hall. For most students, studies are their top learning priority – rightfully so. However, another worthy learning priority is student …
Cannabis, also known as marijuana, weed, grass or in our distinctly South African lexicon dagga, is one of those controversial substances that see many people divided about whether it is good, bad, harmful, helpful or just a part of life …
When one looks up “alcohol in South Africa” an abundance of bad news posts come up about alcohol abuse, traumas and deaths related to alcohol consumption and what is described as South Africa’s toxic relationship with drinks. You would think …
We are living through an interesting era that allows for the development of new skills, abundant creativity, and instant communication with people situated all over the world. The best illustration of this is in the palm of our hands. The …
Apart from being a tool that helps us store and communicate important information, writing is also an easily accessible and flexible type of therapy. That’s reason enough to celebrate and start looking at writing as a catalyst to improved mental …
Whether you are looking to advance your marks, change directions, planning ahead will help you stay focused. Planning is significant as it directs us on how to tackle the year ahead. We just need to be flexible, acknowledge that our …
Planning and setting your goals can be vital for anyone with a vision for their future. Before we explain the importance, we must understand what planning is. In short, planning is a process of deciding in advance where you want …
Around the months of December and January people, organizations, even whole populations tend to reflect on the year that has passed. We may ask ourselves “How did I get here? Have I met my goals? Have I made a difference …
Jump for joy, dance up a frenzy, tap yourself on the back – you deserve it! In order to keep your spirits rejuvenated for the long haul, it’s important to take time out and stay away from the grind, even …
COVID-19 has increased the use of technology and blended learning, however, there is still a clear acknowledgment from many institutions that learning is still fundamentally a social activity. It is undeniable that some learning experiences require in-person engagement. As a …