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Your Blood Saves Lives
Your Blood Saves Lives is dedic ate d to bloo d dono rs. Without them and thei r dedic ation bloo d don ation , li ves woul d be lost .
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World Blood Donor Day is commemorated annually on 14 June in a global celebration of the millions of people throughout the world who give their blood on a voluntary, unpaid basis to save the lives of those in need.
Less than 1% of South Africans are active blood donors. A unit of blood only lasts 42 days after donation and, for this reason, it is important for blood donors to donate regularly. Donors can give blood as often as every eight weeks.
Every unit of blood can save a minimum of three lives as blood is separated into red blood cells, plasma and platelets.
The South African National Blood Service (SANBS) aims to collect 3000 units of blood per day to ensure a safe and sufficient blood supply in the health care system.
Donating a unit of this “precious gift of life” saves the lives of those in dire need of blood.
Thousands of patients would die daily if there was insufficient quality blood in stock.
When one donates blood, they give patients the gift that money cannot buy or science cannot create.
To find out where and how you can donate blood, visit the SANBS website at www.sanbs.org.za.
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Insights for Women Working from Home
The re is li ght at the en d of the tunnel ! port you were accustomed for yourself to reach your to. There is a sense of task goals in your business and overload with too many rehome, tick off as you go to sponsibilities on one hand, keep on course. and not having enough time Stay focused on the task on the other. at hand instead of hopping
The world is changing and more people are moving their businesses online. We are forced to adapt to digital platforms and new ways of doing business. While you are still finding your feet, it is important to have your personal boundaries in place to avoid losing your equilibrium.
This loss of equilibrium could lead to a life of chaos and haphazardness.
Working from home is challenging for many women, especially if you have kids and lack the sup
If you are striving towards from one thing to another. increasing your productivity Start with the task that is and creativity whilst achievof highest priority and the ing a successful balance less urgent things can be between your home and moved to the end of the day. work life, here are some tips Plan your morning routine for you: well, in order to start the
When you have a million day early and on a positive I f you are feeling overwhelmed or unproductive working from home or you are trying to get some work done but keep getting things to do and begin to feel overwhelmed, just take deep breaths and focus on one thing at a time.
Create a daily target list note. You will be surprised by how productive you can actually be when you wake up earlier than the rest of the household. distracted, here are some insights for you.
Start your day with meditation and mindfulness exercises to clear your mind. This will help you to take challenges in your stride and attain emotional wellness and strength.
Nourish yourself properly by eating on time. Make time to have a healthy breakfast and avoid selfsacrificing and skipping meals to meet deadlines.
Stick to your set working hours and call it a day when your time is up. Know when to stop working - clock your own card!
Separate home life and work space by having a designated area that you work from. Keep your work section structured and organised, as this creates more clarity in your mind.
Physical exercises, like Yoga, are vital for mental well-being. You can also exercise at the end of your working day if your mornings are too busy.
Learn to say NO when you feel that you are pushing your own limits and beginning to feel burnt out.
Remind yourself that the quality of work is more important that quantity (number of hours). When you are laser focused and have no distractions, you are able to get so much more done in less time.
A good night’s rest is all you need to conquer the world. Have a good bedtime routine in place to ensure the quality of your sleep, enabling you to powerfully recharge your mind, body and soul.
Learn to work smart and not hard. The digital arena calls for creative, purposeful and soul-led businesswomen who can make a real difference in the world. Give the best of yourself, reaching excellence in all you do while still finding a healthy balance.
Knowing your limits and maintaining personal boundaries are essential for achieving success in your career and personal life! By Farah Manjoo, Female & Kids Empowerment Coach, www.baraaqahealingsannctuary.co.za.
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