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The Billboard March 2015

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Help yourself to feel better

by Laura RidgePg 45

Restaurant ReviewBhandaris

Indian RestaurantPg 47-48


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THE FAMILY COUNSELLING CENTRE

The Family Counselling Centre, founded by Andrea Nettel (formerly Indlela Counselling) and Laura Ridge (formerly New Chapter Counselling), has been created in response to the overwhelming need for affordable counselling in the South Peninsula. Families today are often forced to deal with the effects of divorce, fi nancial strain, drugs and alcohol abuse, trauma and disability.

The Family Counselling Centre offers counselling for Families, Individuals and Adolescents; Relationship Counselling, support for families with Special Needs children and Trauma work.

We are passionate about what we do and due to our synergetic way of working we have merged our respective practices to combine our skills to offer a wider skill set.

Contact us on 072 253 9714See Advert pg 31Email - [email protected]

ELEMENTS

Elements is a vibrant, small entity offering design and DIY services which most bigger companies are too busy to attend to. Elements believes in making a positive contribution to the business and the community¹s visual environment, continuously striving to fi nd creative and innovative approaches to all projects.

Services on offer are design of visual and structural components - mainly signage, through to architectural structures. Home maintenance/improvements, installations and repairs in and around the house are also in our arsenal of expertise.

Experience in the practice of good visual design and strategy is carried through to our workmanship and our intent is always client satisfaction.”

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Do you live your life full of colour?What I mean is, when I say full of colour, I mean full of life or zest. Imagine a world in only black and white - with no colour at all. How dull and boring would it be?

How miserable and depressed would we be?Colour gives meaning. Colour gives emotion, affects our behavior, can calm or aggravate each and every

one of us.

We’re hitting March with a splash of colour this year to tie in with Human Rights Day on the 21st.

We celebrate Human Rights Day to commemorate the Sharpeville massacre in 1960 and to eliminate

racial discrimination. Lets continue to fi ght for freedom, justice, equality, peace, dignity and hope.

We hope everyone has stocked up on candles or solar energy jars as the power outages continue over the

next couple of months. Use this time to spend quality time enjoying your loved ones, enjoying our beautiful

peninsula or to simply look at the stars.

“When your life seems black & white, make sure that you dream in color”

Owm’r Faruuk

Congatulations to our Januarycompetition winners:

St George’s JewellersVoucher to the Value of R600.00

Barbra Ann Dean

Atlantic Rail Steam Train2x Train Tickets to the Value of R500.00

Aisha Abrahams



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Accounting Services 25 & 8-9Antiques & Restoration 9Appliance Repairs 9-10Architectural Design 10Au Pairing 10Building Services 11-14Business Services 25,26 & 14Car Rentals 25, 26 & 15Cleaning Services 15-16Computers & Peripherals 16-17Courier Services 17Curtains, Blinds & Accessories 17-18Education 18Electricians & Suppliers 19-20Embroiderers 25False Bay Business Network 25-26Fibreglass 20Fumigation 20Furniture & Appliances 21Furniture Removals 21Garage Doors & Gates 21Garden Products & Services 26 & 21-23

Gas Suppliers & Services 23Glass Fitters & Suppliers 23-24Hardware Stores 24Hiring 24Home Improvement 25 & 24-29Home Services & Repairs 29Housesitting Services 29Labeling 29Laundromat Services 29Locksmiths 30Medical Services 30-31Motor Services 25-26 & 31-32Motorcycle Services 32Painting & Decorating 32-33Paving 34Pet Services & Food 34Plumbers 26 & 34-39 Schools 39Secretarial Services 43Security & Armed Response 25 & 39-42Stationery & Toys 43Storage Facilities 43Swimming Pools & Spas 43Television Services 26 & 44Web Design & Services 44

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Accommodation

FASHION, CLOTHING & ACCESSORIES

Fashion, Clothing & Accessories

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Catering & Food Services

Arts, Crafts & Framing

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Hairdresses & Barber Shops Health, Beauty & Fitness

Health, Beauty & Fitness

Phone 021 782 6122

Fashionable clothing for allseasons Reasonably priced.

Bags and accessories avaliable

Phone 021 782 6122

Premier salon

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Taxis, Tours & Travel

Wedding Cakes & Services

Scuba Diving

Photography

Jewellery Products & Services

WEDDING CAKES & SERVICES

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3 x double tickets to the Holione Festival

each ticket valued at R250Excl Colour Pack.

Saturday 14 March, 12:00 - 22:00Grand Parade, Cape Town

UP FOR GRABS!

TO ENTER:Simply email the words “Colour” with your name & contact number

to: [email protected] the 12th March 2015

Winners will be contacted on the 13 March 2015


Accounting Services

Did you know?The human eye can detect more shades of green

that any other colour

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Appliance RepairsAccounting Services

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APPLIANCE REPAIRS

Antiques & Restoration

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AU PAIRINGBUSINESS

A new teacher was trying to make use of her psychology courses. She started her class by saying,

“Everyone who thinks they’re stupid, stand up!” After a few seconds, Little Johnny stood up. The

teacher said, “Do you think you’re stupid, Little Johnny?” “No, ma’am, but I hate to see you

standing there all by yourself!”

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Building Services

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Building Services

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Did you know?Black on yellow are the 2 colours with the strongest impact


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BUSINESS SERVICESBUSINESS

Did you know?Yellow helps to release a chemical in

the brain called Serotonin, essential for causing

a happy mood

Business Services


Car Rentals

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Cleaning Services

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COMPUTERS & PERIPHERALS

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Computers & Peripherals


Computers & Peripherals

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Courier Services

Curtains, Blinds & Accessories

Did you know?The rarest type of diamond is green


Curtains, Blinds & Accessories

EDUCATIONBUSINESS

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Education

Q: What type of book has only characters

and no story? A: A telephone book.


Electricians & Suppliers

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Electricians & Suppliers

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FUMIGATIONBUSINESS

Fibreglass

Fumigation

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Furniture & Appliances

Furniture Removals Garage Doors & Gates

Garage Doors & Gates

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Gas Suppliers & Services

Glass Fitters & Suppliers

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Home ImprovementHardware Stores

Hiring Services

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Clutch OverhaulsSuspension . Tyres

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Sourcing of all garments andcorporate gear that can be

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Get your embroided logo sample with competitive quote!

32 Main Road, Fish HoekCall Glen

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The ONLY local 24/7 Monitoring & Armed Response, CCTV, Alarms installation, Electric Fencing and

Intercoms company.Call Offi ce: 021 785 7093

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Interested in joining the False Bay Business Network? Contact the chairperson - [email protected]


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30 years of Buying and Selling Excellence in False Bay


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The False Bay Business Network is an association of businesses on the Cape Peninsula. The network was formed to promote selected services and products amongst each other, and in the community at large.

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Home Improvement

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BUSINESS

Did you know?There is no such thing as a naturally blue food


Home Improvement

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LAUNDROMAT SERVICES

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A man goes to see a wizard and says “can you lift a curse that

was put on me years ago ?” “Maybe,” says the wizard, “if you can

remember the exact words of the curse ?” The man replies without

hesitation “I pronounce you man and wife ...”

Home Services & Repairs

Housesitting Services

Labeling

Laundromat Services


Medical Services

Medical Services

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MEDICAL SERVICESBUSINESSLocksmiths


Motor Services

Medical Services

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Painting & Decorating Motor Services

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PAINTING & DECORATINGBUSINESS

Motorcycle Services

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Wife: “I look fat. Can you give mea compliment?”

Husband: “You have perfect eyesight.”


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Pet Services & Food

Pet Services & Food



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I once bought my kid a set of batteries for Christmas with a note on it saying “Toys not included.”


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Whiteboards are remarkable.

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Schools

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Security & Armed Response

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Wife: “How would you describe me?” Husband: “ABCDEFGHIJK.”

Wife: “What does that mean?” Husband: “Adorable, beautiful, cute, delightful,

elegant, fashionable, gorgeous, and hot.” Wife: “Aw, thank you, but what about IJK?”

Husband: “I’m just kidding!”


Swimming Pools & Spas

Stationery & Toys

Storage Facilities

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Have you ever heard the old saying that only two things are certain in life, death and taxes? Well there is another certainty that can be

added to this; over the course of our lives we will all face challenges. Life is full of moments and phases that test our ability to stay strong. Some we are able to weather, and some can really knock the wind out of us; leaving us reeling and wondering how we will cope. Wouldn’t it be great if there was a manual available with instructions of how to cope with every eventuality; “In case of death of a loved one follow steps 2 through 5 on page 15...” I know that could do with one of these to keep in my kitchen drawer.

There may not be a manual on offer, but I do have a few tried and tested tips to pass on which may make handling certain life crises a little easier.

When helping clients navigate a diffi cult patch, it is often helpful if we work together to identify who they can turn to for support. Often a partner or close friend can be a very valuable asset. As was pointed out to me recently by my partner, “those who are closest to you can sometimes see the way through a problem that you are unable to, because we know you so well”. When distressed we know something is wrong, but sometimes we just can’t put our fi nger on it, those close to us can offer an objective point of view. If we are open to hearing them, this can be a powerful experience.

Those who follow my column each month, will know that I am a strong advocate for following a healthy lifestyle when battling with depression. Healthy nutrition, exercise, fresh air and just the right amount of sunshine can go a long way in helping to fi ght off the blues.

Another way of helping yourself to feel better is to deal with confl ict. Avoiding situations because we don’t know how to cope with any resulting confl ict will only lead to an incongruent lifestyle. If you can’t be honest about how you feel, you are not

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being honest with yourself. Learn to express emotion appropriately and you will respect yourself more.

Often when faced with a diffi cult decision we fi nd ourselves becoming stressed and panicky, this can lead to us not doing anything; staying in a position which might not be the healthiest for us to avoid having to make a choice. A somewhat clichéd but valuable technique is to draw up a list of pros and cons around the situation, ask “what is the worst thing that could happen?” Do a costs and benefi ts exercise this will give a visual of the dilemma you are facing. When thoughts remain in your head, your mind can become a cluttered space; hindering your progress and your ability to make a decision. Most of us are aware of things that make us unhappy but often we don’t take action because it is easier to stay in our rut. Unfortunately all this does is deepen our sadness and prolong our pain. We may be stuck in a toxic relationship, or job because we are too scared to take a chance on something new, our fear holds us back from making changes that might lead to a signifi cant improvement. Utilise these tips and make the changes that you know you need to, but have been avoiding.

If faced with relationship, family or friendship issues, examining your personal boundaries can shed light on the issue. Ask yourself the following questions; what role do you play? Are you allowing someone to treat you badly; if so what message are you giving them that it’s ok to do so? By examining these issues, you may fi nd that your boundaries are too permeable. You are allowing someone to get too close for whatever reason and in doing so leaving yourself vulnerable. I am certainly not advocating that you keep everyone at a distance, only those who take advantage.

One key factor in feeling good about yourself is your level of self respect. How much do you like yourself? A self esteem exercise which I fi nd works well with clients is for them to keep a love diary. I ask them to write to

themselves as often as they can. In the love diary, they are only allowed to write positive things about themselves; what they like about themselves or good deeds they have done. It is normally slow going at fi rst, but as the “feel good vibes” start to fl ow, so does the script. Doing something nice for someone else is also a powerful exercise. Play Secret Santa, do something nice for someone without telling them it was you. This is a very effective tool in building self respect and esteem.

If there is anything that I will label as one of the most important things a person can work on it’s their level of self awareness around things that are trigger points for them. Often anniversaries of events can trigger feelings of sadness, anger and depression. If you are aware of this, take evasive action, surround yourself with your support structure, go out and be with people. Acknowledge the memory and be kind to yourself in the moment.

Sometimes events from our past can affect the way we live our lives. Holding on to toxic memories can poison our chances of living fulfi lled lives. If you can fi nd a way to make peace with your past the benefi ts are immense. Talking to someone who can give an objective point of view is valuable. Acknowledging where your pain comes from and then working on letting it go is a step towards healing. Some fi nd it helpful to write down the painful memories on a piece of paper and then burn it, another technique is to write your memories on a balloon and let it go up into the sky. People I have used these exercises with have reported immense relief and found the experience powerfully cathartic.

So no there is no manual, but there are many ways that you can help yourself to feel better, or to heal from a past trauma. If you feel unable to take on the task alone, please know that there is always help available, you just need to ask...

By: Laura Ridge - CounsellorSee advert on page 31

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If you fancy truly authentic Indian cuisine then this is the place to go! Situated at 146 Main Road Fish Hoek and owner run by Gabbi Laity and managed by Chad Fritz, this eatery offers

you the option of a romantic evening for two, or a family friendly venue where food is shared and memories are made.

Under the expert guidance of Indian Chef John we selected the Meat Platter (for two - R110) and the Vegetable Platter (for two - R95) as starters. Both platters were a combination of all kinds of delicious items from tandoor, an authentic Indian clay oven, the different fl avours complimenting each other perfectly.

For our mains we selected a Lamb Korma (R105). This was a particular favourite of mine; a fragrant dish with meltingly tender lamb in a gravy full of fl avour. It is advised to select two or three different dishes so that you get an authentic Indian eating experience; with this in mind we opted for a Lamb Lahori, and a Bhunna Gosht, chunks of tender lamb served in a tomato and onion gravy with Indian spices, garlic and ginger. All are served with basmati rice and available in either mild, medium, hot or Indian hot.

To accompany our mains we ordered an extra side of caulifl ower rice (R30) which is good news for those following the Banting way of life. We also selected a Butter Naan bread (R25), which is highly recommended to mop up the different yummy gravies.

For dessert we were advised to try a Bhandari speciality dish; Chocolate and Almond Samoosas (R40). I know right? How does that work? Very well indeed! These were the perfect combination of crispy pastry, oozing with chocolate which has melted on the inside during the cooking process. Served with creamy vanilla ice-cream this was a delicious treat and the perfect way to end an evening fi lled with spices, aromas and all round feasting.

We found the staff friendly and well trained with a good knowledge of the dishes on offer. Our experience was enhanced by the ambient lighting and traditional decor, recently given a makeover by Nichole Fritz.

Bhandaris is open seven days aweek from 14:00 to 22:00.

The dishes are available for take away and the fully licensed restaurant

is available for functionsand group bookings.

Contact them on 021 782 1525to book your table.



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