FEEL-GOOD SECRETS
What gets you started in the morning? And what makes you feel good? Nelson Mandela Bay personalities say whatever your shape or size, loving your body makes you shine
Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism CEO MANDLAKAZI SKEFILE
I can’t start my day without meditation. It helps me to remain focused and not take some matters to heart.
My feel-good body secret for now is drinking about 500ml of water soon after I have woken up. This helps to flush out my system.
Lecturer and dramaturg AARTI NAROTAM
I can’t start my day without gratitude, lemon water, rooibos tea, meditation, and some self love (In any order).
My feel-good body secret is mantras – they are so powerful. Any mantra which works for you and is underwritten with love and positivity is guaranteed to make you feel great!
Vision4 trainer and entrepreneur NOSI NCOYO
I can’t start my day without refilling my spiritual bank account by listening to gospel songs, prayer, meditation and reciting daily affirmations to face the world with confidence.
My feel-good body secret is a balanced diet and exercising at least three times a week.
Sophisticate Models founder and businesswoman GAIL BROWN
I can’t start my day without my early-morning prayer and 10-minute “me time” with Nescafe with coconut oil followed by an omelette. This protein breakfast is a healthy kick-start.
My feel-good body secret is to stay positive and true to myself.
Start with your overall image. Get to know your body and work with it. Dress up and you will feel great, so take care of your hair, skin, nails and so on.
Don’t ever let yourself go . . . at any stage or age in your life. Looking good and taking care of yourself, will make you feel good about yourself!
Graphic design student and lifestyle blogger COURTNEY HALL
I can’t start my day without having a cup of coffee and having my quiet time.
My feel-good body secret is to follow a balanced diet and find an exercise programme that is best for you. I accept my imperfections. I find an outfit that I like and that I can wear confidently.
Yoga teacher and professional model VALENE SAMPSON
I can’t start my day without a cup of tea followed by my yoga flow.
My feel-good body secret is to always put out positive energy in order for me to draw greatness into my life.
Nutrition and lifestyle coach TANYA WYATT
I can’t start my day without a plan for physical activity of some sort.
I don’t train daily, but I do like to be active as much as possible throughout my day – working, teaching an exercise class, taking my pitbull for a walk, or working in my veggie garden.
My feel-good body secret is remembering that my self-worth has nothing to do with the shape of my body!