Perspective

“I Get To”… The Phrase That Changed My Entire Perspective

by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeJanuary 23, 2026January 23, 2026 762 0

When someone says “I get to”, they’re not just being positive. They’re making a decision about perspective. They’re choosing gratitude over drama, possibility over pressure and presence over panic.  …

Walk in Heels Event Saw Men Stand Against GBV

by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguyMarch 12, 2025November 24, 2025 626 0

Men united in Durbanville in heels to stand against gender-based violence in an act of solidarity and fundraising.   Durbanville, South Africa (12 March 2025) — On Saturday, the world…

Local Shrink Tells SA Why the Best Thing to do is ‘Leave’

by Hanan Bushkin@goodthingsguyJuly 28, 2023July 28, 2023 5,340 0

After stepping away from the grind, a local shrink had some time to think and met a moment of realisation along the way. His conclusion? The best thing to do…

Mom of Autistic Son Pens Powerful Open Letter! The Achievements No One Applauds

by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguyJune 3, 2023June 3, 2023 830 0

One person’s ‘everyday moment’ is another person’s small victory. Carrie Cariello is the mother of an autistic teenager who has many of the latter. Recently, she penned a powerful open…

From The Desk Of Good Things Guy: Where There is Bad, There is Also Good!

by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeFebruary 28, 2023March 1, 2023 1,025 0

I am here to remind you that where there is bad, there is always good. I should know; we report on it every single day. This is “from the desk…

Fireside Conversations: On Passion, Obsession and Success!

by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeFebruary 27, 2023February 27, 2023 909 0

“There is no passion to be found playing small – in settling for a life that is less than the one you are capable of living.” – Nelson Mandela.  …

Dear Mr President, Maybe You Need To Go For A Jog Again?

by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeFebruary 15, 2023November 8, 2025 2,088 0

Five years ago, we were jogging with the President but has he taken a stroll around the neighbourhood since? Has he really seen the actual State of the Nation? This…

Watch: Why Michael Jordaan is Optimistic For the Future of South Africa

by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeFebruary 10, 2023 1,147 0

“If you depend on government too much in South Africa, you are bound to be disappointed.” – Michael Jordaan.   Western Cape, South Africa (10 February 2023) – The former…

On Joburg, JanuWorry, Loose Tigers, Loadshedding and Potholes.

by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeJanuary 31, 2023January 31, 2023 1,073 0

There is a lot going on in South Africa right now. Let’s unpack everything from JanuWorry, to loose tigers, loadshedding and potholes… but let’s also look at the other side….

“South Africa Is Not Close To Breaking Point At All” – Imtiaz Sooliman

by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeJanuary 29, 2023 5,987 0

“No, we’re not close to breaking point at all. If we take the lessons from the past and look at the resilience of all people, yes, there’s lots of hope.”…