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President Hotel Launches South Africa’s First Neurodivergent Room Offering

In recognition of World Mental Health Day, The President Hotel has introduced South Africa's first dedicated neurodivergent room offering. This isn't just about adding a few extra amenities; it's about creating a space where neurodivergent guests, including those with autism, ADHD and other conditions, can truly feel at home. Developed in collaboration with Autism South Africa,…

BySpice4Life NewsOctober 13, 20250Comments

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As Suicide Becomes a Leading Killer, SA’s Mental Health Crisis Demands More Than Just Talk

On World Mental Health Day on October 10th, as global organisations issue rallying cries for awareness, a silent and escalating crisis is claiming more lives in South Africa than car crashes, crime, or accidents. The uncomfortable truth, revealed by stark new data, is that talking about mental health, while crucial, is no longer enough, says…

BySpice4Life NewsOctober 6, 20250Comments

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Celebrating the Healing Power of Words During Mental Health Awareness Month

As October marks Mental Health Awareness Month and the world observes World Mental Health Day on 10 October, the Poetry Africa Festival returns with the theme: "Somehow We Survive". Running from 3 to 12 October 2024 in both Durban and Johannesburg, with online access for a global audience, this year's festival highlights the connection between…

BySpice4Life NewsOctober 7, 20240Comments

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Money worries and mental health: A silent crisis

19-25 September is International Week of Happiness at Work, and 10 October is World Mental Health Day. South Africans are grappling with unprecedented economic challenges and deteriorating household finances. Stress and anxiety due to money worries have emerged as a silent crisis affecting millions of individuals and families. Financial troubles have far-reaching consequences beyond bank balances…

BySpice4Life NewsSeptember 11, 20230Comments

Healthy Living

ARE YOU IN A RELATIONSHIP WITH ANXIETY?

In society, it sometimes feels like there’s increasing pressure on people to be consistently happy and fulfilled, but is it really possible to be happy all the time? Ahead of World Mental Health Day on 10 October, the time to reflect on the issues of anxiety and the importance of talking about it - especially…

BySpice4Life NewsOctober 8, 20210Comments

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FIVE TIPS FOR PROMOTING MENTAL WELL-BEING IN THE WORKPLACE

While mental health is not an often spoken subject, the events of the last two years have brought it to the fore. And unsurprisingly, the COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in a considerable increase in the number of agitated, nervous, or bereaved South Africans owing to a sense of isolation caused by remote work, job insecurity,…

BySpice4Life NewsOctober 1, 20210Comments