What MOG Staffers Are Doing More of in 2026

2026 is shaping up to be a year of intentional living for the Modern Opulent Gazette team. Beyond hitting deadlines and chasing career milestones, MOG staffers are rethinking the way they spend their time; focusing on wellness, personal growth, and experiences that enrich both their professional and personal lives. From early morning rituals to unplugged weekends, here’s a closer look at how the team is prioritizing what truly matters this year.

Lwazi Twala – Business Journalist

• Phone-free first hour of the day to create calm and focus.

• Morning jogs to kickstart energy and mental clarity.

• Breakfast while listening to podcasts to stay informed and inspired.

• Committing to reading at least one physical book per month to improve writing, focus, and vocabulary.

• Social media detox weekends to protect mental wellness and prevent burnout.

• Gym and jogging consistency: three to four weeks per routine.

• Intentional local travel: weekend trips, car shows, art events, and business seminars.

Mamello Mokoena – Fashion Journalist

• Journaling more often for reflection and clarity.

• Attending live music events, festivals, and concerts to fuel creativity.

• Exploring Pilates and other new fitness activities.

• Actively expanding professional network and building confidence.

• Considering launching a fashion brand and elevating career prospects.

• Putting herself out there more socially to make new friends.

Mufaro Mhariwa - Business Journalist

• Get Back to Running. I used to run a lot, and I genuinely enjoyed it. There’s something annoyingly brilliant about running; it’s simple, it clears your head, and it forces you to show up for yourself. It makes you fitter, obviously, but it also sharpens your mood and your energy levels in a way nothing else really does. So 2026 is the year I stop talking about running and actually lace up again.

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Sher Omar – Business Journalist

• Prioritizing health with yoga, Pilates, and Taebo classes.

• Spending more time outdoors for mindfulness and mental clarity.

• Allocating intentional family time to strengthen relationships.

• Focusing on long-term goals and achieving full potential.

• Traveling more to experience life beyond work.

• Balancing professional ambition with personal fulfillment.

Elle Nkosi – Editor-in-Chief

• Spending more time outside, soaking up the sun.

• Eating clean and moving consistently, aiming for 7,000+ steps daily.

• Reading more books.

• Reducing screen time.

• More face-to-face meetings.

Across the MOG team, 2026 is about slowing down, living intentionally, and finding balance between professional ambition and personal wellbeing. Success isn’t just measured by what you achieve; it’s shaped by how you live along the way. Structured mornings, wellness habits, creative pursuits, and meaningful social connections are the foundation of a life well-lived.