Beyond Candles and Face Masks: Prioritizing Sexual Health for True Self-Care
Beyond Candles and Face Masks: Prioritizing Sexual Health for True Self-Care @Thuli BLOG CATEGORIES Beauty Beauty Tips Haircare Health Self-Care Skincare Self-care extends beyond indulging in scented candles and trendy activities like face masks. It also involves looking after our physical well-being, which includes being aware of our health status, such as knowing our HIV status. Recently, I inquired on Twitter about how often people get tested for HIV/AIDS, and the responses are as follows: Why do some individuals still hesitate to check their HIV/AIDS status? Having knowledge empowers us to make informed decisions. If you are hesitant to discuss protection with your sexual partner, it raises the question of whether you should be engaging in that relationship. On the 12th of April, i attended the #foreverwena campaign at UJ Soweto campus. The events aim was to promote positive sexual health for the students. If you missed the campaign, don’t worry; you still have a chance to win a #foreverwena goodie box. Share in the comments what positive sexual health means to you. High-authority SEO links storeMarch 21, 2025 at 11:55 am | EditReply Your comment is awaiting moderation. Im wondering now if we can talk about your sites statistics search volume, etc, Im trying to sites I can buy adspace through let me know if we can talk about pricing and whatnot. Cheers mate youre doing a great job though. Lungile MthembuMay 16, 2024 at 1:50 pm | EditReply Sexual health means being responsible for my actions as an adult and make sound sexual decisions for both me and my partner and protect myself during the process Onthatile NthoMay 15, 2024 at 9:10 am | EditReply To me Positive SEXUAL health Means being open and comfortable to talk about safe sex and practice it. As females We often find ourselves in relationships where we cannot initiate conversations about using protection because the boyfriend does not want to. PosiTive sexual health is about looking after yourself and knowing what is happening in your body. It is something that needs to be promoted Even more in both men and women. Positive sexual health is about sex education. MoMay 14, 2024 at 5:46 pm | EditReply Positive sexual health means that i am in control of my body and that i remain safe from any unwanted experiences, infections, etc. It means that I don’t have to negotiate what i go through with anyone and that i get to learn about my sexual health, my body and more with so much ease. GraciousMay 8, 2024 at 7:44 am | EditReply Positive sexual health to me means to have RESPONSIBILITY in your sexual life and knowing that control comes from your side so we have to be able to speak about healthy ways of engaging sexually with our partners and express our DESIRES and needs. It is being mindful of how we not only engage with our bodies but how we engage with other people. IpelengMay 2, 2024 at 8:01 pm | EditReply It means knowing your HIV status, testing for other sti’s as well and taking treatment where NECESSARY. nthabiseng neo tshabalalaMay 2, 2024 at 7:37 pm | EditReply For me what Positive sexual health means is feeling good about ones sexual well-being, both physically & emotionally. It involves having respectful & consensual sexual experiences that are enjoyable & satisfying for everyone involved. It also means being informed about sexual health & practicing safe BEHAVIOURS to prevent sTI’s & unwanted pregnancies. In summ , positive sexual health is about feeling comfortable, confident, & empowered in your sexual relationships & decisions. Yanga MhlomiMay 2, 2024 at 3:46 pm | EditReply To me,Positive sexual health Means To HAVE self esteem and knowing my self worth. To have one sexual partner, knowing my status and their status. Elisa mosiaMay 2, 2024 at 3:00 pm | EditReply Positive sexual health to me means open and positive discussions with my partner regarding a healthy sex life. And that is regular hiv and aids tests and using protection like condoms during sexual intercourse. HazelMay 2, 2024 at 2:01 pm | EditReply Positive sexual health To ME means a holistic aproach that prioritizes overall well-being, happiness, and fulfillment in sexual experiences and relationship. SEXUAL health is self-care. Khahliso MohotoMay 2, 2024 at 1:10 pm | EditReply Positive sexual health means being transparent, good communication, respectful interactions and always paying attention to consent. One should always be comfortable with their partner and their partners choices and always be open and honest especially where it can affect the other party. But with this should also come fun. Let’s enjoy each other responsibly Motlalepula MotsaiMay 2, 2024 at 12:51 pm | EditReply An improved self-esteem and help in reducing depression and anxiety. Knowing that am healthy does well to my mental health and self appearance ThembaMay 2, 2024 at 12:43 pm | EditReply Every time we get tested for HIV, we are one step closer to ending the AIDS epidemic. Khanyisile ZondoMay 2, 2024 at 11:37 am | EditReply Positive sexual health means taking care of myself and partner when engaged in any sexual activity. I need to look after my wellbeing and those around me. TshiLidzi MakumuleMay 2, 2024 at 10:56 am | EditReply To me; Positive sexual health encompasses a state of physical, emotional, mental, and social well-being in relation to sexuality. It involves having pleasurable and safe sexual experiences, respectful relationships, access to accurate information and healthcare services, and the ability to make informed choices about one’s sexual health and behavior. It’s about embracing sexuality as a natural and healthy aspect of life while prioritizing consent, respect, and responsibility. SiyakuthembaMay 2, 2024 at 10:52 am | EditReply It means I use condoms I test every after 6 months Safe sex always Dimpho leeuwMay 2, 2024 at 10:32 am | EditReply Being able to know about the diseases related to your sexuality. Educating yours more and your partner,doing test together. Dimpho leeuwMay 2, 2024 at 10:30 am | EditReply It
Embrace the Imbalance
Embrace the Imbalance @AnelileGibixego BLOG CATEGORIES Beauty Tips Haircare Self-Care Skincare Am I the only one who is constantly writing lists and ticking off things in my head? It can be a random shopping list. After all, you have to quickly run to the shop cause you are hosting family over the weekend or you are hosting girl’s night on Friday. It could be a list about a work function, where you volunteered to get the décor. Whatever the case might be, one is always in a state of planning, showing up, pulling up and mostly failing. Yes, failure is a constant result when you are doing life the correct way. And we know this… One can easily forget to get the salad dressing, attach the correct document in an e-mail or send the kid to school even if they have not quite recovered from that flu. It is human nature to be in an imbalance, to be in a constant state of discomfort and wondering ‘what’s next on my list’ or to feel like prioritising self is not a real priority. Which it should be. Women are constantly asked this question, “hawema how do you cope?”, Haibo, I do not cope… I survive. I live every day doing the best I can with what is possible for me at the time. And if you got the wrong e-mail attachment or have to have a dry salad (cause I forgot the dressing) that is just the consequence. Life is such a clunky process and getting 80% of things done is a blessing most days. You are a management-level woman in corporate South Africa (a jungle really), mother of 3 (two kids and a partner), avid reader, wine drinker, socialite and Netflix binger. Or you are a single lady responsible for herself, her work (which people will add since you have no family), plant mom and hustler. Imbalance is definite because there are silent matters that always need to be addressed like exercise and gym, preparing meals, commuting, smoothie making, counselling friends and family, and doing you. In the same 24 hours, you also want to study more or turn your hobby into a business side hustle. Aybo the hair, nails and grooming also require appointments and time. My thing is, let us rather not focus on keeping the balance and instead embrace the imbalance. It is only natural. Please be kind to yourself (especially those perfectionists) and do what you can, with what is available to you at the time. Another thing, do not mourn a failure forever. Do not be disproportionate. Yours in imbalance Leave a Reply Cancel reply Logged in as thuli. Log out? Required fields are marked * Message* Δ Embrace the Imbalance Posted bythuli22/07/20220 Posted inSelf-Care Parenthood Posted bythuli22/07/20220 Posted inSelf-Care Hair we go! Posted bythuli30/05/20220 Posted inHaircare You cannot pour from an empty cup #SelfCare Posted bythuli30/05/20220 Posted inBeauty Tips, Haircare, Skincare Understanding Eczema Posted bythuli30/05/20220 Posted inSkincare SPF is your BFF! Posted bythuli30/05/20220 Posted inBeauty Tips, Skincare
Parenthood
Parenthood @AnelileGibixego BLOG CATEGORIES Beauty Tips Haircare Self-Care Skincare Parenthood in the South African context means different things to different families. It is not simply giving birth to a child or nurturing a child that is biologically yours. We have many different kinds of families in Mzansi, step-parents, co-parents, culturally your sister’s children are your own children and the same with your brothers. We are mamncane, mamas, aunts, rakgadis, mme’s, nanas and many many more to many children in our lives. Whatever your family cocktail may be, children will challenge you. Challenge your habits, your norms and the walls that you have put them in. Often my son will ask the question, “why?” and I may try to feed him some simple answer, he will interrogate me until he is satisfied with the reasoning. So, through our kids, we can learn ourselves in a different way. We can learn about our shortcomings, our faults and more so, our strengths. We can see our own behaviours in the children who are always around us. One funny thing is that If I have one doughnut, he must also get one doughnut, not half a doughnut because he is a little person. The fundamental rules of sharing. He is not half a person even though he is little. In South Africa where the majority of women have children young, teens and young adults who are still in transition themselves need a village to assist. However, there are things that no one else can do for your children but yourself. You are the mother and no one else can be. So trust your instincts, trust the nurturing process inside of you and raise the child. Yeah sure, you learn along the way and make mistakes but as long as it comes from love and a spirit of learning, you will be fine. What are some of the lessons your kids have taught you? Leave a Reply Cancel reply Logged in as thuli. Log out? Required fields are marked * Message* Δ Embrace the Imbalance Posted bythuli22/07/20220 Posted inSelf-Care Parenthood Posted bythuli22/07/20220 Posted inSelf-Care Hair we go! Posted bythuli30/05/20220 Posted inHaircare You cannot pour from an empty cup #SelfCare Posted bythuli30/05/20220 Posted inBeauty Tips, Haircare, Skincare Understanding Eczema Posted bythuli30/05/20220 Posted inSkincare SPF is your BFF! Posted bythuli30/05/20220 Posted inBeauty Tips, Skincare