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In this episode Mpho shares how she has finally answered the call to offer her gifts in a manner that is supportive of your life purpose and spiritual journey. At twenty-six minutes mark into the episode, you are encouraged to join Mpho on a short meditation.    Explore all our latest Patreon offerings by visiting https://www.patreon.com/journeywithmpho    You are welcome to provide us with immediate feedback by completing this SUPER short survey here: https://us7.listmanage.com/surveyu=1880d70d75e2f94cb6d41a4f0&id=3a0483d83e    We would love to continue our journey with you on social media so don't be shy to connect with us!    Instagram: @journeywithmpho Twitter: @journeywithmpho Website: www.journeywithmpho.com    Send your passioned love letters to [email protected]  

This episode features friend of the podcast, Thola Bennie - a South African founder and host of the podcast show Phoenix rising - finding your life calling with Thola Bennie. This superwoman is also a life coach, motivational speaker, author, freelance blogger and social media content creator.    In this episode Mpho and Thola reflect on:  The impact of the pandemic on their personal lives as well as communities.  The loss of indigenous knowledge, cultural practices and beliefs as a result of covid's impact on the elderly population.  The state of the mental health of black South African men. Navigating the fine line between resisting the urge to mother the men in their lives and creating a safe space for men to be vulnerable.  You can tune in to Thola's podcast show on Apple Music or wherever you stream your favorite podcast shows. Feel free to connect with Thola via Instagram @phoenix_rising00   Explore all our latest Patreon offerings by visiting https://www.patreon.com/journeywithmpho   You are welcome to provide us with immediate feedback by completing this SUPER short survey here: https://us7.listmanage.com/surveyu=1880d70d75e2f94cb6d41a4f0&id=3a0483d83e    We would love to continue our journey with you on social media so don't be shy to connect with us!    Instagram: @journeywithmpho Twitter: @journeywithmpho Website: www.journeywithmpho.com    Send your passioned love letters to [email protected]  

In this episode, Mpho reflects on the beauty of being continuously present within one's body - shifting from avoidance behaviours to intentionally releasing unpleasant experiences while welcoming pleasant experiences.   Explore all our latest Patreon offerings by visiting https://www.patreon.com/journeywithmpho    You are welcome to provide us with immediate feedback by completing this SUPER short survey here: https://us7.listmanage.com/surveyu=1880d70d75e2f94cb6d41a4f0&id=3a0483d83e    We would love to continue our journey with you on social media so don't be shy to connect with us!    Instagram: @journeywithmpho Twitter: @journeywithmpho Website: www.journeywithmpho.com     Send your passioned love letters to [email protected]    

In part three of our conversation with Mpho's friends, Jessica and Naledi, we explore careers with focus on mental health, a cost benefit analysis of tertiary education, the corporate ladder climb and being an entrepreneur. Our conversation details:  The experience of being an entrepreneur while battling mental health challenges.  A discussion regarding steps small and large businesses can take to support (protect) the mental health of their employees. A reflection on what we studied in tertiary, the cost of getting an education and how these aspects impacted our careers.  Naledi's experience with being a stifled employee versus being a successful entrepreneur.  Jessica's advice on climbing the corporate ladder.     Naledi would love to connect with you via Instagram @naledi_seabi and you can place an order from her clothing business by visiting @by_strokes   Jessica would also love to connect with you via Instagram @jessknight07   Explore all our latest Patreon offerings by visiting https://www.patreon.com/journeywithmpho    You are welcome to provide us with immediate feedback by completing this SUPER short survey here: https://us7.listmanage.com/surveyu=1880d70d75e2f94cb6d41a4f0&id=3a0483d83e    We would love to continue our journey with you on social media so don't be shy to connect with us!    Instagram: @journeywithmpho Twitter: @journeywithmpho Website: www.journeywithmpho.com    Send your passioned love letters to [email protected]  

In part two of our conversation with Mpho's friends, Jessica and Naledi, we explore all things relationships with a focus on dating, marriage and children. Our conversation details:  Whether or not we believe in love at first sight and happily ever after.  The state of the dating scene and where someone can potentially meet the one.  The societal and biological pressure to complete the life checklist (go to school, graduate university, get married and have children).  Being a feminist without the desire to work.  Actions that we deem to be red flags within a romantic relationship.    You can connect with Naledi (@naledi_seabi) and Jessica (@jessknight07) via Instagram.   Explore all our latest Patreon offerings by visiting https://www.patreon.com/journeywithmpho    You are welcome to provide us with immediate feedback by completing this SUPER short survey here: https://us7.listmanage.com/surveyu=1880d70d75e2f94cb6d41a4f0&id=3a0483d83e    We would love to continue our journey with you on social media so don't be shy to connect with us!    Instagram: @journeywithmpho Twitter: @journeywithmpho Website: www.journeywithmpho.com    Send your passioned love letters to [email protected]  

This episode features two of Mpho's longtime friends, Jessica Knight and Naledi Seabi. Our conversation with them details: Experiences with mental health challenges and illnesses. The positive and not-so positive impacts of social media on mental health.  The importance of destigmatizing mental health challenges.  Successful strategies in approaching and deepening conversations regarding mental health with family members and friends.     You can connect with Jessica (@jessknight07) and Naledi (@naledi_seabi) via Instagram.  Explore all our latest Patreon offerings by visiting https://www.patreon.com/journeywithmpho    You are welcome to provide us with immediate feedback by completing this SUPER short survey here: https://us7.listmanage.com/surveyu=1880d70d75e2f94cb6d41a4f0&id=3a0483d83e    We would love to continue our journey with you on social media so don't be shy to connect with us!    Instagram: @journeywithmpho Twitter: @journeywithmpho Website: www.journeywithmpho.com    Send your passioned love letters to [email protected]  

Tis' the season for new year's resolutions. Do you have them? Are you over them? What is the new thing to do in replacement of resolutions?  Tune in to this episode and be inspired by how Mpho is approaching the new year. This year we are exploring behaviors that we would like to cultivate as a means to take care of ourselves and recommit to our reason for being.    Explore all our latest Patreon offerings by visiting https://www.patreon.com/journeywithmpho    You are welcome to provide us with immediate feedback by completing this SUPER short survey here: https://us7.listmanage.com/surveyu=1880d70d75e2f94cb6d41a4f0&id=3a0483d83e    We would love to continue our journey with you on social media so don't be shy to connect with us!    Instagram: @journeywithmpho Twitter: @journeywithmpho Website: www.journeywithmpho.com    Send your passioned love letters to [email protected]  

You are cordially invited to join Mpho as she reflects on how a combination of relentless positivity and gratitude helped her navigate the challenges she faced this year. This episode features a Tibetan and Crystal singing bowl.    Explore all our latest Patreon offerings by visiting https://www.patreon.com/journeywithmpho    You are welcome to provide us with immediate feedback by completing this SUPER short survey here: https://us7.listmanage.com/surveyu=1880d70d75e2f94cb6d41a4f0&id=3a0483d83e    We would love to continue our journey with you on social media so don't be shy to connect with us!    Instagram: @journeywithmpho Twitter: @journeywithmph@journeywithmpho Website: www.journeywithmpho.com   Send your passioned love letters to [email protected]  

In this episode we converse with Mpho's childhood friend, Lebogang Mokwatedi. Born and raised in South Africa, Lebo says you cannot know her and not know that she admires her grandmother for playing a significant role in raising Lebo to become the sound minded woman she is today.  Our conversation with Lebo details:  How she navigated life with a single mother and absent father.  Her journey into recalling traumatic childhood memories and recognizing the need to heal.  The process of forgiving our loved ones for the intentional as well as unintentional hurt they cause us.  How her religion, Christianity, continues to be a pillar of comfort and strength in the midst of navigating trying times.    You can connect with Lebo via Instagram @albertonsvo or send her a legitimate employment offer by sending an email to [email protected]    Explore all our latest Patreon offerings by visiting https://www.patreon.com/journeywithmpho    You are welcome to provide us with immediate feedback by completing this SUPER short survey here: https://us7.listmanage.com/surveyu=1880d70d75e2f94cb6d41a4f0&id=3a0483d83e    We would love to continue our journey with you on social media so don't be shy to connect with us!    Instagram: @journeywithmpho Twitter: @journeywithmpho @journeywithmpho Website: www.journeywithmpho.com    Send your passioned love letters to [email protected] 

You are cordially invited to join me as I navigate complex emotions  resulting from a difficult day, process my journey with therapy and  balance the root chakra using a crystal singing bowl.    Explore all our latest Patreon offerings by visiting https://www.patreon.com/journeywithmpho    You are welcome to provide us with immediate feedback by completing this SUPER short survey here: https://us7.listmanage.com/surveyu=1880d70d75e2f94cb6d41a4f0&id=3a0483d83e    We would love to continue our journey with you on social media so don't be shy to connect with us!    Instagram: @journeywithmpho Twitter: @journeywithmpho Website: www.journeywithmpho.com    Send your passioned love letters to [email protected]  

In this episode we reunite with Mpho's mother, Motshabi - former South African police officer, former paramedic, single mother of two and certified level 3 Reiki Practitioner. Our conversation with Motshabi details:  Her definition of spirituality and where, for her, it intersects with religion.  Her experience with being raised in a household where both parents had differing religious and spiritual beliefs.  How she discovered and learned Reiki as a means to fast-track self-healing. The importance of healing from (processing) unpleasant experiences.   Support Motshabi's journey by following her on Instagram @tshabis40 or if you reside in Midrand/Centurion/Pretoria order a smoothie by sending a WhatsApp message to +2764 792 1523.    Explore all our latest Patreon offerings by visiting https://www.patreon.com/journeywithmpho    You are welcome to provide us with immediate feedback by completing this SUPER short survey here: https://us7.listmanage.com/surveyu=1880d70d75e2f94cb6d41a4f0&id=3a0483d83e    We would love to continue our journey with you on social media so don't be shy to connect with us!    Instagram: @journeywithmpho Twitter: @journeywithmpho Website: www.journeywithmpho.com    Send your passioned love letters to [email protected]  

In this episode Mpho gives you a sneak peek into the state of her mental health and briefly describes her experience of the postpartum journey. The episode wraps up with a three minutes guided compassion meditation.  Referenced in the episode, but not sponsored, is the book Set Boundaries, Find Peace: A Guide to Reclaiming Yourself by Nedra Glover Tawwab   If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health challenges and live in the Us contact the National suIcide Prevention line on 800-273-8255.    Explore all our latest Patreon offerings by visiting https://www.patreon.com/journeywithmpho    You can provide us with immediate feedback by completing this SUPER short but incredibly helpful survey here: https://us7.listmanage.com/surveyu=1880d70d75e2f94cb6d41a4f0&id=3a0483d83e    We would love to continue our journey with you on social media so don't be shy to connect with us!    Instagram: @journeywithmpho Twitter: @journeywithmpho Website: www.journeywithmpho.com  Send your passioned love letters to [email protected]