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Steenberg woman turns broken pieces into a new story
Accord Creative Works is a creative and expressive initiative founded by Michelle van Staden Abrahams, a retired nurse, widow, mother, mosaic artist, and author from Steenberg, Cape Town. Rooted in the philosophy of restoration, the venture was born from the
A journey of love, strength and advocacy
Life, for Joy Davids, changed forever at the age of 34 when her only child was diagnosed with Down syndrome shortly after birth. “I remember holding my breath as the doctor confirmed the diagnosis,” Joy recalls. “I felt shocked, worried
Parenting as an Autistic mom
There is nothing as powerful and beautiful as the heart of a mother. She understands and accepts that each of her children is unique and deserving of a special kind of love. Keisha Williams, granddaughter of the late Willie Martin,
Life in Calitzdorp: Through the eyes of a mother
Like many parents living in small towns, Lezanne Wagner is aware of the challenges facing young people in Calitzdorp – a historic agricultural town along Route 62 in the Klein Karoo. For Lezanne, a proud resident of the town, it
Bronwyn Maasdorp: In a league of her own
Bronwyn Maasdorp (30) from Bloemfontein is making her mark in an industry traditionally dominated by men. On 28 March 2026, she proved exactly what she’s capable of when she walked away with Best Female Car and Best Female Clean Engine
Atlantis cake artist builds his own brand
What happens when talent, necessity, and technology meet at the right moment? For Reon Speelman (34) from Atlantis, it marked the beginning of a new chapter — one where he doesn’t just bake cakes but builds a brand. He grew
From Brokenness to Bold Leadership
At 47, Charlene Elliot from Wellington has built a life defined not by circumstance, but by conscious choice. As a leader, activist, pageant finalist, and community leader, she represents resilience in action. Her journey is not one of overnight success,
Atlantis Teens Shine in SA Ballroom Competition
Atlantis ballroom dancers Darren Jade Poggenpoel (17) and Mckenzie Jennifer Gordon (13) have made their community proud after returning home as champions on 25 April 2026. The talented duo competed in Boksburg, Gauteng, at Woodlands International College, where they secured
A mother and daughter’s journey with Autism
One of the most devastating things for any parent is watching their child live with a condition they cannot change or fix. Parents cannot take the pain away, cannot fight the battles for their children, and cannot make the world
No limit for Atlantis duo
Two young stars from Atlantis, Western Cape, are making waves in South Africa’s Ballroom dance scene. Siblings Lauren Jarvis (17) and Cameron Jarvis (15) have already amassed an impressive collection of 146 trophies, 123 certificates, and 206 medals. Among their
The Glorious You
Our bodies undergo a remarkable process of restoration while we sleep. One reason for this is that, during the night, we are typically not consuming food. This period of rest gives our digestive system an opportunity to slow down and allows the body to direct energy toward repair, maintenance, and recovery.
In a sense, every night is a form of fasting.
When we wake up, we “break” that fast with our first meal of the day. Yet many of us return to the same eating habits that may contribute to inflammation, stress the body’s systems, or work against the very renewal that took place during the night.
If a night’s rest can support the body’s natural restorative processes, it raises an interesting question: what additional benefits might be experienced when we intentionally create longer periods of rest from food?
This is where practices such as intermittent fasting have gained attention. Intermittent fasting does not necessarily mean going without food for days. For many people, intermittent fasting may simply involve extending the overnight fasting period to 10, 12, or more hours, allowing the body additional time between meals. Others may choose a pattern that mirrors ancient traditions—eating at dawn and again at sunset—creating a longer window of rest for the digestive system. Regardless of the approach, the principle remains the same: providing the body with periods of recovery in which it can focus less on processing food and more on maintenance, repair, and restoration.
The goal is cooperation with the body’s natural rhythms.
Scientists have also studied a process known as autophagy, a cellular “housekeeping” mechanism through which the body breaks down and recycles damaged cellular components. Research suggests that fasting may help stimulate this process, which has led scientists to explore its possible role in healthy ageing, cellular maintenance, and overall wellbeing.
Across generations, fasting has been associated with prayer, reflection, discipline, heightened awareness, and a deeper connection to the spiritual dimension of life. Many people report increased clarity, sharpened intuition, greater self-control, and a stronger sense of purpose during periods of fasting.
While the spiritual benefits of fasting are sometimes discussed in religious circles, the biological processes occurring within the body are not always part of the conversation. Yet perhaps the two are more connected than we realise.
As the body clears away what is damaged or unnecessary, the mind is often given an opportunity to do the same. Just as fasting can create space for physical restoration, it can also create space for mental clarity, emotional healing, and spiritual renewal.
Perhaps this is why fasting has endured throughout human history. It is not merely about abstaining from food. It is about creating room for renewal—body, mind, and spirit alike.
Sending you love,
Maxi
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