Self-Expression

Henna has been used as a natural hair dye for thousands of years, yet it remains one of the most misunderstood beauty treatments today. From ancient Egypt to modern salons, this plant-based dye continues to spark debates filled with misconceptions and half-truths. Let’s separate fact from fiction and explore what henna can really do for …

The use of henna to dye skin and hair has a long-standing tradition; some records indicate that we’ve been using it for over 9,000 years! It’s commonly known in the Middle East, Africa, and Southern and Western Asia. Historical records show that henna has been used for cosmetic purposes in, among others, the Roman Empire, …

Postcards are brilliant – quick to write, thoughtful and nostalgic

When you send a post card, you’re participating in history!

This natural permanent dye, derived from the Lawsonia inermis plant, represents more than just a colouring agent, it embodies a return to ancient wisdom in modern hair care. With a history spanning thousands of years and applications across cultures worldwide, henna challenges our contemporary understanding of what hair dye should be and do. The story …

Being kind not only has a direct effect on others, but it has a positive impact on yourself as well. Everybody can use a little bit of kindness in their life. By extending kindness to others, you not only brighten their day but also create a ripple effect of positivity in the world. Acts of …

In the tapestry of life, darkness and light are the contrasting threads that weave the intricate patterns of our existence. In the world of words, writers and thinkers have eloquently captured the essence of this eternal struggle, offering us a treasury of wisdom to draw from. These words of wisdom will not only illuminate your …

We are starved for attention. And not in the least because a lot of the social supports people used to rely on have disappeared. We live a performative and public existence where we’re constantly seeking and vying for other people’s attention. Our brains are being retrained as our natural behaviours are being used to exploit …

Hope is a powerful force that can keep us going, even in the darkest of times. It’s the light at the end of the tunnel, the belief that better days are ahead, and the strength to persevere when life gets tough. “Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the …

A conversational narcissist is someone who tends to steer any conversation to focus on themselves. Whether this is by giving more shift-responses or by simply withholding support-responses, you’ll recognise a conversational narcissist by how they always make every exchange you have with them about them. You may suspect a conversational narcissist if it’s someone who: …

The first postcard was sent by a dude to himself. That was by an English gent named Theodore Hook in 1840. But it wasn’t until an American, by the name of John P. Charlton, copyrighted the first American postcard (how American of him), that they really took off and became popular with collectors, known as …

Floriography is a cryptic way of communicating through flowers and plants. Meaning, significance and symbolism have been attributed to flowers for centuries, but most recently its popularity soared in the 19th century. Victorian England was not anything if not concerned with that which was proper. Men and women – particularly unmarried ones – were not …

Did you know that sharing your love will lower your stress hormones, cholesterol and blood pressure as well as boost your immune system? To get all these benefits, though, you need to express your love, not just feel it. You can say “I love you”, write a note or send a text to say “I’m …