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#STORYTIME, Trying to Adult

Happy 7th birthday, GirlOnTheBus! 🎉

When I first started GirlOnTheBus, I was a journalist in the making. At the time, I was working at a community magazine as a writer and sub-editor, and volunteering at my local masjied, writing and sourcing content for its monthly newsletter. These experiences reinforced my love for talking with people, seeking knowledge and sharing that information. It excited me – it still excites me to … Continue reading Happy 7th birthday, GirlOnTheBus! 🎉

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BusTrips, Trying to Adult

3 habits I ditched that made me always late

And arriving on time got easier after I kicked these to the curb! I’ve always struggled to manage my time, and often arrived late for meetings, appointments, school and events. Being late seemed to be a trait I couldn’t shake. Habit 1: Waiting until tomorrow to prepare The nights were made for sleep and rest – AND – preparing for tomorrow. It’s all about making … Continue reading 3 habits I ditched that made me always late

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advice, Lady Bits

Five lessons I learned from 2025 🌞

While I’m setting new goals for next year, I’ve totally forgotten to take some time to ponder about and celebrate my achievements. And to look back at some of the lessons I’ve learnt from surviving 2025. This year was filled with many ups and downs. Testing my relationships, my faith and my patience. But it’s all about how we grow from difficulty and conflict, not … Continue reading Five lessons I learned from 2025 🌞

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Events in Cape Town, Film and TV, Long Reads

‘Love in the time of Labarang Hajj’ a creator convo with Tasneem Daniels

Hajar, 30, arrives home to Cape Town, from Hajj and after teaching English in the Middle East. She grapples with her dying mother, the undecided future of her teenage siblings Shihaam & Shihaabudien, and Ameer, her childhood best friend with whom she’s in love. Will Hajar jump ship and sign her new contract to return abroad, or will she stay in her place of origin, … Continue reading ‘Love in the time of Labarang Hajj’ a creator convo with Tasneem Daniels

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storytime, Trying to Adult

Things I am grateful for in 2025

As the year slowly comes to an end, I thought it would be fitting to sit and reflect in this post. There were many bleak moments this year. Times when I wanted to give up and quit because ‘what’s the point‘ kept ringing in my ears. And yet…here I am. Practicing gratitude is a powerful tool. It has brought me back from so many dark … Continue reading Things I am grateful for in 2025

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Read this the next time you’re feeling down…

Feeling stressed, or stagnant? Or life is just life-ing. I’ve been there. My solution: move your arms and legs to these incredibly fun and sadness-busting home workout videos. Plus, it’s absolutely FREE! Exercise is an excellent way to work off excess stress and adrenaline. Plus it, it keeps your heart beating and your muscles strong. I am an avid follower of the belief that you … Continue reading Read this the next time you’re feeling down…

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