The continued reports of violence against women are leaving many South Africans angry, grieving and afraid. For survivors of gender-based violence, these stories can also reopen emotional wounds and trigger painful memories. 

But even women who have not personally experienced GBV may find themselves living with heightened anxiety and constantly questioning their safety. 

How do survivors begin to heal, and how can women remain aware without allowing fear to consume their daily lives? Joining us to help navigate trauma, triggers and the emotional weight of the current environment is therapist, educator and trauma-informed facilitator Louise Westerhout, whose work engages with GBV, trauma, healing, consent and social justice.

The continued reports of violence against women are leaving many South Africans angry, grieving and afraid. For survivors of gender-based violence, these stories can also reopen emotional wounds and trigger painful memories.&nbsp;
But even women who have not personally experienced GBV may find themselves living with heightened anxiety and constantly questioning their safety.&nbsp;
How do survivors begin to heal, and how can women remain aware without allowing fear to consume their daily lives? Joining us to help navigate trauma, triggers and the emotional weight of the current environment is therapist, educator and trauma-informed facilitator Louise Westerhout, whose work engages with GBV, trauma, healing, consent and social justice.

Self Care Corner: GBV, trauma, triggers and anxiety. 

The thyroid is a small gland, but the hormones it produces influence almost every part of the body. When it becomes underactive or overactive, the symptoms can easily be mistaken for stress, ageing or other health problems. This morning in the Self Care Corner, we’re joined by a medical doctor Dr Dakalo Ndouvhada, to help us understand the different thyroid disorders, the warning signs we should not ignore and the treatment options available.

The thyroid is a small gland, but the hormones it produces influence almost every part of the body. When it becomes underactive or overactive, the symptoms can easily be mistaken for stress, ageing or other health problems. This morning in the Self Care Corner, we&rsquo;re joined by a medical doctor Dr Dakalo Ndouvhada, to help us understand the different thyroid disorders, the warning signs we should not ignore and the treatment options available.

Self Care Corner: Thyroid disorders

Many of us move through life on autopilot, responding to responsibilities, routines and other people’s expectations without stopping to ask whether the life we are living truly reflects who we are. But what does purposeful living look like? And how can we make more intentional choices about our time, energy and direction? Joining us in the Self Care Corner this morning, to help us answer these questions, is metaphysician and life coach Simone Naidoo.

Many of us move through life on autopilot, responding to responsibilities, routines and other people&rsquo;s expectations without stopping to ask whether the life we are living truly reflects who we are. But what does purposeful living look like? And how can we make more intentional choices about our time, energy and direction? Joining us in the Self Care Corner this morning, to help us answer these questions, is metaphysician and life coach Simone Naidoo.

Self Care Corner: Purposeful living - how to live more intentionally.

Trying to conceive can be an exciting journey, but schedule sex, expectations and uncertainty can sometimes turn intimacy into pressure. This morning in the Self Care Corner we chat about how couples can protect pleasure, communicate their needs and preserve emotional intimacy while pursuing pregnancy and navigating pregnancy loss. Joining us for this conversation is certified sex therapist - Dr Thabile Mthembu.

Trying to conceive can be an exciting journey, but schedule sex, expectations and uncertainty can sometimes turn intimacy into pressure. This morning in the Self Care Corner we chat about how couples can protect pleasure, communicate their needs and preserve emotional intimacy while pursuing pregnancy and navigating pregnancy loss. Joining us for this conversation is certified sex therapist - Dr Thabile Mthembu.

Self Care Corner: Protecting pleasure and emotional intimacy while pursuing pregnancy

Healthy gums are the foundation of a healthy mouth, but warning signs such as bleeding, swelling and sensitivity are often ignored. This morning in the Self Care Corner we discuss the cause of gum problems, their connection to our overall health, and the simple daily habits that can help us prevent gum disease and keep our gums healthy. Joining us for this conversation is oral health specialist - Dr Paul Mathai.

Healthy gums are the foundation of a healthy mouth, but warning signs such as bleeding, swelling and sensitivity are often ignored. This morning in the Self Care Corner we discuss the cause of gum problems, their connection to our overall health, and the simple daily habits that can help us prevent gum disease and keep our gums healthy. Joining us for this conversation is oral health specialist - Dr Paul Mathai.

Self Care Corner: Gum health

While much of the world celebrates the New Year on the first of January, some African cultures recognise the arrival of spring in September as a time of renewal and new beginnings. This morning in the Self Care Corner we’ll be speaking about the meaning of the African New Year and how we can reconnect with indigenous understandings of time and renewal. Joining us for this conversation is sangoma & spiritual teacher - Gogo Dineo Ndlandzi.

While much of the world celebrates the New Year on the first of January, some African cultures recognise the arrival of spring in September as a time of renewal and new beginnings. This morning in the Self Care Corner we&rsquo;ll be speaking about the meaning of the African New Year and how we can reconnect with indigenous understandings of time and renewal. Joining us for this conversation is sangoma &amp; spiritual teacher - Gogo Dineo Ndlandzi.

Self Care Corner: New Year from an African Spiritual perspective

Being intimate with someone new can be exciting, but it may also bring nerves & uncertainty. So, how do we communicate our boundaries, manage expectations and create an experience in which both partners feel safe, respected and comfortable? That’s what we’re speaking about this morning in the Self Care Corner and joining us is Nicki Brivick - Sex Therapist of asknicki.com.

Being intimate with someone new can be exciting, but it may also bring nerves &amp; uncertainty. So, how do we communicate our boundaries, manage expectations and create an experience in which both partners feel safe, respected and comfortable? That&rsquo;s what we&rsquo;re speaking about this morning in the Self Care Corner and joining us is Nicki Brivick - Sex Therapist of <a href="http://asknicki.com">asknicki.com</a>.

Self Care Corner: Advice for getting sexually intimate with someone new.

Tough financial times can trigger fear, stress and rushed decisions that may provide temporary relief but cause greater damage in the long run. This morning on the Self Care Corner we chat about the decisions to avoid during tough financial times and the calm, practical steps we can take to regain control of our finances.

Tough financial times can trigger fear, stress and rushed decisions that may provide temporary relief but cause greater damage in the long run. This morning on the Self Care Corner we chat about the decisions to avoid during tough financial times and the calm, practical steps we can take to regain control of our finances.

Self Care Corner: Panic moves to avoid during tough financial times. 

GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro have changed the conversation around weight loss, with many people reporting life-changing results. But as the kilos come off, what could be happening to our mental and emotional wellbeing? That’s what we’re discussing in the Self Care Corner this morning. Joining us for this conversation is Dr Bavi Vythilingum - Member of the South African Society of Psychiatrists.

GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro have changed the conversation around weight loss, with many people reporting life-changing results. But as the kilos come off, what could be happening to our mental and emotional wellbeing? That&rsquo;s what we&rsquo;re discussing in the Self Care Corner this morning. Joining us for this conversation is Dr Bavi Vythilingum - Member of the South African Society of Psychiatrists.

Self Care Corner: The impact of GLP-1 medicines on mental health.

As Women’s Month draws to a close we’re discussing women’s sexual empowerment in the Self Care Corner this morning. We’ll be looking at the impact of sexual trauma on women and why women need to stop feeling guilty or ashamed of expressing their sexual desires. Joining us for this conversation is Medical Doctor with a special interest in sexual health - Dr Heather Blylock.

As Women&rsquo;s Month draws to a close we&rsquo;re discussing women&rsquo;s sexual empowerment in the Self Care Corner this morning. We&rsquo;ll be looking at the impact of sexual trauma on women and why women need to stop feeling guilty or ashamed of expressing their sexual desires. Joining us for this conversation is Medical Doctor with a special interest in sexual health - Dr Heather Blylock.

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