The Little Things

Sometimes the things we experience in life — the traumas, the betrayals, the heartbreaks — they don’t just pass by. They settle inside us like stones. And when we choose…

If there’s one thing about me, it’s this: I apologise. If you tell me that I’ve hurt you, I won’t ask for an explanation, a breakdown of events, or a…

One thing life has taught me is that everyone goes through something. Our challenges don’t look the same, but we all get our share. Some are big, some are small,…

I Miss My Sister Every Day There are days when grief feels like a wave crashing over me, sudden and overwhelming. But most days, it comes quietly — in the…

This isn’t one of those cheerful posts with a neat ending. It’s not about silver linings or quick fixes. It’s me admitting something I’ve carried quietly for a long time:…

If you’ve ever stood in the beauty aisle staring at rows of hair dye boxes, completely overwhelmed, then welcome to the club. Whether you’re dreaming of bold bleach hair dye…

Owning Our Hair, Owning Our Words Every now and then, a public incident sparks a conversation that is bigger than the person at the centre of it. Recently, Enhle Mbali…

A real look at money struggles and why ending your life is not the answer. If you are here, maybe life feels too heavy right now. The rent is due.…

I always say living with Afro hair is like having a crown with personality. Some days it shines, some days it sulks, and other days it just refuses to listen.…

When you live in a house full of natural hair like mine, you quickly realize that Afro hair care isn’t a one-size-fits-all deal. Between my two daughters, my niece, and…