Keardear

    Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.                                     Proverbs 4:23 This verse is very special to my heart. There is a deep sense of knowing that comes with it. When you know what you have given your heart to and who has hurt you. In love and in life I used to give my heart out so easily. I think it is a natural human thing, especially when you are young and your trust is bigger than the ocean.  Until i wanted to understand this verse a little more, so I dug deeper. I dug deeper into my thoughts and wondered what are the real treasures of life. These treasures i thought of are love, hope faith, trust, joy and all of these amazing intangible feelings and where do all of these come from? They come from the heart. When we do things we do it with our hearts no matter what our intention is we have to put our hearts into it.  Th...

What is the difference? Don't they both do the same job? Is Enzymatic even effective?  Enzymatic exfoliators and Granular exfoliators are both know for the same job: to get rid of dead skin cells on the surface of the skin. But, what is the difference and which one is most suitable for my skin? Enzymatic exfoliators are exfoliators without the abrasive kernels in it that brush down on the dead cells on your skin. Except these exfoliators contain enzymes which break down bonds between the dead cells on the surface of the skin which removes dead skins cells faster. Enzymes include bromelain from the pineapple and papain from a papaya. You can use this exfoliator if your skin is more sensitive and you want something less harsh compared to a peel or even a granular exfoliator. One can also use this exfoliator if you experience breakout which is perfect and won't aggravate the skin. Now what is a granular exfoliator? Granular exfoliators are mechanical exfoliators that buff the skin...

Apple pie is a delicious desert that everybody loves. When you are the only one "eating healthy " in the family you can substitute a regular apple pie with a healthy oatmeal one and no one will be complaining! Just don't tell them of course;) Just kidding! There is a difference in taste to the 'normal' sweet and pastry filled dish, However it is not a bad one. It has a clean taste with a hint of sweetness that doesn't leave you feeling thirsty or sick!  The recipe  Ingredients  2 cups of oats 1 teaspoon of baking powder  1/3 a teaspoon of salt  Raisins (amount depends on how much you want) 2 Apples or an apple and a pear  1 teaspoon of vanilla essence  a teaspoon of cinnamon 1 and 3/4 cups of milk  2 eggs  For toppings: (optional)  honey peanut butter banana Cinnamon Apple  This 'desert' can even replace breakfast. Just add milk and bananas and it makes for a delicious bowl of apple pie. Instructions  Preheat the oven to 180 de...

Vitamin C is such a powerful antioxidant found in fruit such as apples, oranges and kiwis.  You can add an orange or apple to a smoothie or fruit salad and experience the great benefits. It strengthens your immune system We all know this one. When we get sick we increase on our vitamin C intake to help our immune system fight off the cold. But having vitamin C everyday can help strengthen your immune system over time and make you more resistant to colds.  Its a Good  Mood Food  Vitamin C helps you to feel good emotionally. If you have been feeling down lately and need something to boost your mood have a glass of orange juice in the mornings to improve your mood. Vitamin C is great for your skin  It improves your skins defense mechanisms and aids in the formation of collagen. Collagen is responsible for keeping the structure in the skin and gives skin its support. A lack of vitamin C slackens the critical process in the skin.  It is a natural anti-hista...

                                           For all the coffee lovers here are a few benefits of coffee. These are some of the benefits that I have experienced and researched as well. Disclaimer: Coffee is healthy in moderation and it can have negative effects too if you over drink it. This is true with anything and a healthy balance and lifestyle is the goal. With that being said, stick to 3-5 cups of coffee a day and try and space it out. Another tip is to use filter coffee. I know this is expensive but if you stick to 3 cups a day instead of 8 it will take you a long way and you will experience the benefits. It helps you to have bowel movement Having your cup of coffee first thing in the morning ( filter ) helps you to go to the bathroom and remove wastes so you can start your day well and feeling lighter. This helps if you experience constipation often and need something to h...

We all have a little more time on our hands now that we have to stay home all day every day. Among the many different chores and work we have to do, here are a few tips if you are a girl and want to make your skin a priority.  Put your phone on speaker  When you are at home and doing those catch ups with your family or in the middle of taking business calls you can be exposing your skin to the dirt that gets carried on your phone. Our phones lay all over the house and the germs collected on it can transfer to your skin during a phone call and clog your pores with dirt and junk without you even realizing it. Over time you start getting blackheads on the side of your face and wonder where they came from. You can use your speaker and avoid those germs which might make it a little tougher to get clear skin  Don't Forget to wash your makeup off before you go to bed!   Makeup? during quarantine? Yes, we see you doing those tik toks. ;) Just kidding but if you are like me a...

Have you noticed how the awareness of people and various topics have been escalated lately during this Covid-19 Virus? There is nothing wrong with it. I am all for awareness. But, I was scrolling through my Instagram feed today and noticed a story by Dr Ade' van Heerden and it was about the awareness of doctors mental health. Again, there is nothing wrong with this. This can be perceived in many different ways and as a reflector, I know because we tend to think of every angle of a situation and consider every outcome. One thing really stood out to me though. When do the awareness programs of so many different things stop before we realize that we are all equal? We all deserve the same treatment. No one is better than anyone and no one is less than anyone. We are all human. I felt triggered to write this because of all of the stuff that is happening in the world and I was watching the videos of George Floyd's cruel death. It is sad.. and I did not really think that my opinion ma...

Hi... My name is Kea. I recently turned 21 years old. I am currently studying to be a Somatologist. I am passionate about health and nourishing your body with good food, exercise and therapy. I enjoy baking, art, music, love, harmony, beautiful views and going on holiday. I also love reading and writing and finding out new things. I like to write about what I learn as an Aspiring Somatologist and 21st century millenial. Welcome to my new blog! :)                                              

Reflexology A Image of the reflexes on the foot that represent organs/areas in the body. 'Reflexology is a gentle and non-invasive therapy that encourages the body to balance and heal itself. ' ( Hull,2017) In this treatment the therapist uses her hands to apply pressure to specific areas on the hands or feet - reflexes - which reflect organs and areas inside the body to relieve pain or congestion in the area. It is such a relaxing treatment and is so different from the others. This gives your body the opportunity to do what it does best and that is to heal itself. Oh, how beautiful our bodies are made and how exciting it is to learn about it. Reflexology aims to bring balance to the body which allows the body to heal. This balance is called homeostasis and when the body is out of balance, disease happens. Is it painful? Reflexology is not painful, however when pressure is applied to a specific area that has problems it can be sensitive or uncomfortable.  Is this bad?  No, thi...

Somatology is the study of the body and its functions. We can use our background knowledge to treat our clients holistically, mind, body and soul through different treatments( from facials to body care treatments) focusing on in salon treatment, home care advice on exercise, nutrition and products!  We are not able to cure any diseases but we can work alongside doctors to help treat our clients in the best way possible. We are not only concerned with what goes on inside the body but can provide you with superficial treatments as such as make-up, waxing, manicures and pedicures. The subjects I study include Anatomy and Physiology, Nutrition as well as treatment and therapies such as Aromatherapy and Reflexology( which I LOVE). It is very exciting and always keeps me on my toes.  However, at the moment I am studying from home due to the lock-down in South Africa. We would normally go into class all week and have practical classes for three out of  five days. We practice on ...

Healthy Carrot Cake muffins!   Ingredients: 1/2 Cup of coconut flour  1 large carrot grated 1 medium peeled apple grated 1/4 a cup of raisins  3 eggs 1/4 a teaspoon of salt  1 teaspoon of cinnamon  1 teaspoon of baking soda  1/2 teaspoon of vanilla essence  1/4 a cup of milk  2 teaspoons of peanut butter  Chopped nuts Instructions : 1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius. 2. In a bowl, ADD flour, cinnamon,salt and baking soda 3. In a separate bowl add the eggs, vanilla essence, peanut butter and milk. Whisk all of this together. 4. Add the wet mixture into the dry mixture and whisk until everything is mixed. 5. Add the raisins, carrots and apples and whisk into the mixture. 6. Grease a muffin pan. 7 Add muffin mix to the pan and sprinkle with chopped nuts. 8. Bake for 20-22 minutes   Enjoy!!  Comment if you try these or have any other healthy recipes to try during quarantine! Benefits of Apples : -Rich In Vitamin C! Which h...

                          Delicious muffins from sweet potato Sweet potato in a muffins? If you are like me you will indulge in the clean, fresh taste in your mouth and the simple thought of it being healthy. Well, healthier than a normal flour-based muffin of course ;).  However in this recipe you use two odd ingredients as your base: Sweet potato and....PEANUT BUTTER! Yep, that's right. Peanut Butter. It tastes delicious and gives it a light and fluffy texture not too heavy on your stomach but just the right texture of a 'normal' muffin! Enjoy! Recipe below.  INGREDIENTS:  1 Cup of smooth unsalted, no sugar peanut butter  1/2 a cup of cooked and peeled mashed sweet potatoes  3 medium eggs  1 teaspoon of baking soda  1/2 a teaspoon of cinnamon  1/2 a teaspoon of ginger  1/2 a teaspoon of vanilla essence  1/2 a teaspoon of sea salt  1/4 a cup of  honey or ma...

Credits:  Zandri Vorster (for keeping me on track with your beautiful words) I am feeling inspired today to do the things I love and to just live in the moment. All we do have is now and we are never guaranteed tomorrow, so why stress about it? Zandri told me ' This year is to enjoy' - as we are both taking a gap year and its turning out more stressful than planned. BUT, it is so true. Life is to enjoy Why waste your time on things that YOU DON'T ENJOY? I haven't wrote on my blog for a while and I told myself I would everyday because it is something I enjoy.. and then I got caught up in all of the things I don't enjoy. So here is to starting to writing again and ENJOYING life! - Keardear

So.. I am thinking of selling my Matric dance dress but I am stuck on making a final decision! I have weighed out the "Why's" and "Why NOT'S" down below. This is why I want to sell it : #1 I don't think I am ever going to wear it again #2 I can make some money from it #3 It is just chilling in my room. Okay, now this is why I do not want to sell it : #1 It is SO damn pretty! #2 Matric Dance is kind of a huge deal and the biggest night of your high school life and it is a reminder of that one special night. Any advice? HELP MEEE Oh, PS: here is a picture of it down below!  And its open like this at the back!

I would love to travel the WHOLE WORLD but if I had to start somewhere, I would choose these top five places! I would go to: #1 GREECE I would love to go to Mykonos and take pictures among those beautiful white houses! #2 DISNEY WORLD  I just love Disney. PS: I have already been but I love the vibe and atmosphere and everything to do with it and would visit it another 50 times if I could. #3 NEW YORK The busy vibe attracts me to this place, not that I have been LOL but from what you can see on pictures on Instagram- I would love to go and see it in person. #4 ENGLAND  I would absolutely love to visit this place just for the accents! I would love to explore the streets and experience life there! #5 THAILAND  I would love to go to Thailand to go on one of those wooden boats on the ocean! Those are the top 5 places on my travel Bucket list. Any tips when visiting them? Keardear <3

I love staying positive and reading lovely quotes to help keep me on track. These are my top 10 favorite quotes: #1 "If you can dream it, you can do it" - Walt Disney I am absolutely obsessed with Disney and everything to do with Disney. This is such a happy and motivational quote that makes you want to believe in yourself. #2  "Elegance is the only beauty which never fades" - Audrey Hepburn This is a lovely reminder that how you look is not everything. How you act is really what matters <3         #3  "Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind" - Dr. Seuss This is such a beautiful quote by Dr Seuss which reminds me to stay true to myself because quite often, us humans care too much about what others think and not so much about what we think. #4  "If you love a flower, don't pick it up. Because if you pick it up it dies and it ceases to be what you love. So if...

Hiii I'm Kea. I am 18 years young and finished with school last year (2017). I am taking a gap year and decided to start my blog because I have a passion for writing and would like to share it. I will be writing about many different topics I enjoy which include food, health,fitness, adventure,positivity and life. This is my very first blog post and I will be posting every single day from today. So.. I hope you enjoy and I'll see you soon! Byee x