For years, South African cricket has celebrated iconic victories, unforgettable moments, and legendary athletes. Yet, hiding in the margins of coverage, sponsorship, and support, stood a team #unbreakable. Their journey throughout the One Day ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup has been nothing short of remarkable — a tale stitched together with perseverance, resilience, and sheer.

As we approach the final stretch of the year, many of us feel like our energy tanks are running low. We’re juggling deadlines, festive planning, and personal responsibilities; and the busyness can leave us drained before the new year even arrives. The truth is our energy is not limitless. However, by pausing to reflect on where it goes, we can make small but powerful adjustments that help us finish the year with more balance and vitality.

A short while ago, Coffee with Bee (CWB) was just a cozy little blog tucked away on our website. It's a place where stories live: tales of grit, triumph, heartbreak, and hope, dating from 12 May 2015 to 30 August 2017.

August at BeeConectar was a month of deep reflection, storytelling, and celebration. Our Women’s Month Social Media Campaign unfolded over the course of the month, with each post highlighting an aspect of women’s mental health, empowerment, and resilience.

We tend to live in a fast-paced world both professionally and personally. Reaching goals and deadlines with growing daily demands can be overwhelming at times. Time management is key in navigating these challenges. It helps us work towards a more efficient and productive way of life.

Women’s Day allows us to pause and think about the various impact women have had and still have in our society. During our reflection of the work we are currently involved in and passionate about, three outstanding women came to mind: Professor Ronelle Carolissen, Elana Meyer and Caroline Peters. Professor Ronelle Carolissen is a clinical psychologist, author and professor in the Psychology Department at Stellenbosch University. Elana Meyer is a South African Olympic long-distance athlete. Caroline Peters is the executive director at the CALLAS Foundation, as well as an award-winning activist against gender-based violence.

For many, with the start of Spring, comes the well-known spring clean. This decluttering process can be great not only for our physical space but also for our mental health. Removing clutter and clearing our environment creates room for ease and clarity. There can be a feeling of greater organization and more efficiency.

Coaches carry a large responsibility in the sporting world. They are not merely coaches, but play the role of cheerleaders, doctors, counsellors, mother-, and father figures. Their teams look to them for guidance, leadership, and motivation.

On Thursday, 19 May 2022, a team of four representing BeeConectar took part in the F7 Sport Management Golf Day. F7 Sports Management is a talent management company founded in 2018 by Shafiek Mouton. Shafiek has a passion for sport and the well-being of athletes.

Mental health intervention and a focus on mental wellness for athletes is a worthwhile area of focus to support.

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