Cape Town – For many, Easter is a time of family gatherings, shared meals and celebration. But for Rachel Kolisi, estranged wife of Springbok captain Siya Kolisi, this year’s holiday unfolded very differently — quietly, reflectively, and alone.
Taking to Instagram, Rachel offered a deeply personal glimpse into her weekend, describing it as “a solo and chicken soup Easter this year 🐣.”
Her words struck a chord with many, not only because of their honesty, but because of the universal experience they reflect — moments when life slows down unexpectedly.
“Not quite how I ever imagined it, being away from my kids and not feeling my best, but sometimes life slows you down in ways you don’t choose. And in those moments, you’re left with yourself,” she wrote.
Rather than resist the stillness, Rachel embraced it — using the time to reflect and reconnect with herself.
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“I’m learning that being alone doesn’t have to mean being lonely. That there’s something steady and grounding about sitting in your own company, even when it’s uncomfortable,” she shared.
Her message goes beyond a simple holiday update. It taps into a broader lifestyle theme: the quiet strength found in solitude. In a world that often glorifies constant connection and activity, choosing — or being forced — to sit still can feel unsettling. Yet, as Rachel points out, it can also be deeply grounding.
Easter, she reminded her followers, is not only about celebration, but also about renewal and hope — even in difficult seasons.
“Easter is a reminder that even in the hardest, most uncertain moments, there is still hope. Still renewal. Still purpose in the waiting. And our good God sees and knows it ALL.”
She closed her reflection with a powerful biblical verse:
“But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles…” — Isaiah 40:31
The post quickly drew an outpouring of support, with followers sharing messages of love, encouragement and gratitude. Many resonated with her vulnerability, with one commenter writing that they “so needed to read this.”
Meanwhile, Siya spent the holiday with the children in Durban, alongside his adopted siblings, sharing moments from church and family time.
He is also set to leave the Sharks and return to the Stormers in July, a move driven by his desire to be closer to his kids.
