Embracing Gratitude and New Beginnings
31 December 2024
Afternoon Express concludes the year with a special New Year's Eve episode centered on gratitude, reflection, and fresh starts. From mindful approaches to the year ahead to celebratory treats, this finale brings together inspiration and joy.
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Life coach Lucia Dramat guides us through the power of gratitude as we step into 2025, offering practical tips for maintaining a positive mindset and transforming challenges into opportunities for growth. She shares invaluable insights on how reflecting on both triumphs and trials can set us up for a more fulfilling year ahead.
Looking toward a prosperous 2025, our hosts explore smart budgeting strategies with Absa, discussing practical approaches to align spending with personal goals and dreams. The conversation emphasizes the importance of intentional financial planning and making every rand count.
We take a delightful visit to Curiosity Cat Café, where we discover the comprehensive protection NexGard Combo offers our feline friends. With just one monthly dose handling everything from fleas to ticks and worms, cat parents can ensure their beloved pets stay healthy and happy year-round.
In a landmark celebration of community savings, Absa's inaugural Stokvel Awards showcases the power of unity and financial innovation. The evening honors remarkable stories of empowerment and highlights how these traditional savings groups continue to build stronger communities and brighter futures across South Africa.
Cape Town's musical talents unite as Jimmy Nevis joins Acoustic Element for a captivating performance of their collaboration "Rebel Heart," followed by Acoustic Element's moving rendition of "Thula," bringing soulful energy to the celebrations.
Chef Mynhardt Joubert adds festive flair with his dazzling "Midnight Sparkler" mocktail and demonstrates how to create an impressive last-minute New Year's Eve snack platter—perfect solutions for spontaneous celebrations.
