Wednesday, December 17, 2008

GENDER HUB WEDNESDAY
by Denisia Adams
Hello to you. I hope you enjoyed your day of reconciliation yesterday, the day of national unity. Today how is as important because it’s Gender Hub day on the Morning Cruise. It’s where you can learn more about what gender is and about the differences between males and females. We still brought the favourites which is the word of the day, the S.A Trivia Question, tips, did you knows facts, the Quote at the end of the show also we had interesting interviews that took place.

WORD(s) OF THE DAY
Chary:
cautiously or careful; wary

S.A TRIVIA QUESTION
What national park was established in 1898 to protect the wildlife of the South African Lowveld.

A – Kruger National Park B – Tygerberg Zoo C – South African national park

Answer is: A – Kruger National Park

here’s some info:
The largest game reserve in South Africa, the Kruger National Park is larger than Israel. Nearly 2 million hectares of land that stretch for 352 kilometres (20 000 square kilometres) from north to south along the Mozambique border, is given over to an almost indescribable wildlife experience. Certainly it ranks with the best in Africa and is a flagship of the country’s national parks - rated as the ultimate safari experience.

DID YOU KNOW
In 1900, a person could expect to live to be 47. Today, the average life expectancy for men and woman in developed countries is longer than 70 years.

Also did you know the system of democracy was introduced 2500 years ago in Athens, Greece.


TIP OF THE DAY
Tips to prevent holiday stress and depression

Be realistic. As families change and grow, traditions and rituals often change as well. Accept that you may have to let go of others. For example, if your adult children and grandchildren can't all gather at your house as usual.

Set differences aside. Try to accept family members and friends as they are, even if they don't live up to all your expectations.

Practice forgiveness. Set aside grievances until a more appropriate time for discussion. With stress and activity levels high, the holidays might not be conducive to making quality time for relationships.

Stick to a budget. Before you go shopping, decide how much money you can afford to spend on gifts and other items. Then be sure to stick to your budget. Don't try to buy happiness with an avalanche of gifts.

Plan ahead. Set aside specific days for shopping, baking, visiting friends and other activities.

Learn to say no. Believe it or not, people will understand if you can't do certain projects or activities. If you say yes only to what you really want to do, you'll avoid feeling resentful, bitter and overwhelmed.

Take a breather. Spending just 15 minutes alone, without distractions, it may refresh you enough to handle everything you need to do. Steal away to a quiet place, even if it's to the bathroom for a few moments of solitude.

Forget about perfection. You may get stuck late at the office, your sister may dredge up an old argument, and your mother may criticize how you're raising the kids. All in the same day. Accept imperfections in yourself and in others.

WE ALSO FEATURED:
An interview with Jane Bennet from the African Gender Institute. She joined us on our Gender Hub show to discuss Feminism.

Then played an interview done with Judith Smith. She spoke to us about Gender Sensitivity.

QUOTE OF THE DAY
Andrew Cohen:
Our true nature is free of any and all notions of gender, of any notions of difference whatsoever.

That’s it for the Morning Cruise, where we cruise through your weekday here on BushRadio 89.5fm live on your stereo between 9am – 12pm with me Denisia Adams. Take Care ... make the best of your day and Keep the Faith. Stay Real……!!!!!!!!!!

No comments: