Lessons from 2025: What You Didn’t Do—But Can Do Next Year
Lessons from 2025: What You Didn’t Do—But Can Do Next Year | Every December, we look back and realize that time moved faster than we did. The goals we set in January somehow blurred into the rush of daily life—some achieved, some forgotten, and some quietly waiting for another chance. But reflection isn’t failure. It’s […]
Pilates vs. Strength Training for Women: Finding the Right Fit for Your Body and Mind
The Power Shift in Women’s Fitness Women’s fitness today is about strength, alignment, and long-term health—not calorie counting or crash diets. Two approaches—Pilates and strength training—stand out for their ability to transform both body and mind. While both promise better posture, toned muscles, and confidence, they work in different ways. Understanding how they differ helps […]
Sri Lanka on the Plate – Why Sri Lankan Food Deserves a Global Stage
Sri Lanka on the Plate: Why Sri Lankan Food Deserves a Global Stage | When you ask, “What’s world-class cuisine?” you’re looking for flavor, culture, uniqueness, and the ability to surprise and satisfy. The culinary identity of Sri Lanka ticks all of these boxes. Far from being a derivative of neighboring systems, Sri Lankan food […]
LinkedIn for Women: How to Build a Personal Brand that Opens Doors
Introduction: Why LinkedIn Matters for Women LinkedIn for Women | LinkedIn has become more than a platform to store CVs. It is now a global hub for ideas, opportunities, and professional connections. For women, it functions as an equaliser—helping you showcase skills, build networks, and establish credibility without waiting for permission or recognition from traditional […]
Work Husbands & Work Wives – Healthy Bond or Office Grey Area?
Work Husbands & Work Wives – what’s the deal? In offices across the world, you might hear someone jokingly refer to a colleague as their “work husband” or “work wife.” It’s not a legal or romantic title — but rather a playful way of describing a close, platonic bond between two co-workers. These are the […]
Why it is never too late to start something new
Never too late to start something new: Embracing new beginnings after 50 – A few years ago, Nisha, a 62-year-old retiree decided to start a small bakery out of her kitchen. She’d spent decades as an accountant, crunching numbers, but her heart was always in baking. At an age when most people might settle into […]
Haleon Sri Lanka Championing Women-Friendly Workplaces with Purpose and Impact
From its origins in the 1930s as Glaxo Laboratories (Cey) Ltd to its evolution into Haleon (formerly GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare), the company has undergone a remarkable transformation anchored by a deep commitment to health and humanity. With trusted household names like Panadol tablets, Panadol for Children syrup, Panadeine, Iodex, ENO, Piriton syrup, Sensodyne, and Corsodyl […]
HNB General Insurance – Leading the Way in Creating a Truly Women-Friendly Workplace in Sri Lanka
As we celebrate the Satynmag Women Friendly Workplace Awards 2025, among participants this year is HNB General Insurance (HNBGI), whose holistic approach to supporting women at work is a highly commendable initiative in Sri Lanka’s corporate world. More than a subsidiary of the HNB Group delivering insurance services islandwide, HNBGI is redefining what it means to be a women-friendly […]
Awareness is Key to Overcoming Period Poverty among Young People
As a teacher involved in several initiatives to overcome period poverty undertaken in schools, Mrs Buddhimathi Hettiarachchi a Teacher with Sir John Kotelawala Maha Vidyalaya in Piliyandala says that awareness and education is key to overcoming period poverty in Sri Lanka. Period poverty is still a big problem in Sri Lanka. Many girls do not […]
The Impact of Posture on Long-Term Health – How to Improve Your Posture
Good posture is a key area of our well- being – especially in today’s context when many of us spend time slouched over our digital screens. Poor posture can cause several physical issues such as chronic pain and reduced mobility. In contrast, proper posture will promote quality of life, boost confidence and enhance over-all wellbeing. […]