Whether your relationship lasted a few years or a lifetime, the absence left behind after losing a partner can feel overwhelming. The routines, conversations, and dreams you shared suddenly change, leaving many people trying to navigate a new reality without the person they loved. How do we cope with the weight of that loss? What does healing look like when grief comes in waves? And how can we truly support someone who is learning to live again after such a profound loss? We are in conversation with Identity and Worth Restoration Life Coach,  Coach Thabiso Hadebe about how to create the life you want after losing a spouse.

Whether your relationship lasted a few years or a lifetime, the absence left behind after losing a partner can feel overwhelming. The routines, conversations, and dreams you shared suddenly change, leaving many people trying to navigate a new reality without the person they loved.&nbsp;How do we cope with the weight of that loss? What does healing look like when grief comes in waves? And how can we truly support someone who is learning to live again after such a profound loss?&nbsp;We are in conversation with Identity and Worth Restoration Life Coach,&nbsp; Coach Thabiso Hadebe about how to create the life you want after losing a spouse.

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Grief after losing a spouse: How to create the life you want after losing a spouse 

Every scar tells a story. Some are visible, while others are hidden beneath smiles, silence and the pressure to "be strong." For many young people, struggles with anxiety, depression, peer pressure and self-harm are carried alone because they don't feel they have a safe space to speak.

A community initiative called Beautiful Scar is changing that narrative. Founded by Rethabile Lechela seven years ago, the programme encourages young people to turn their pain into purpose by creating spaces where they can speak openly about their experiences, access support and connect with organisations that can help. Beyond conversations, the initiative also gives back through projects like sanitary pad drives and soup kitchens, proving that healing happens not only through words but through community.

This morning, we're joined by the founder of Beautiful Scar to explore why creating safe spaces for honest conversations is more important than ever before. 

Every scar tells a story. Some are visible, while others are hidden beneath smiles, silence and the pressure to "be strong." For many young people, struggles with anxiety, depression, peer pressure and self-harm are carried alone because they don't feel they have a safe space to speak.
A community initiative called Beautiful Scar is changing that narrative. Founded by Rethabile Lechela seven years ago, the programme encourages young people to turn their pain into purpose by creating spaces where they can speak openly about their experiences, access support and connect with organisations that can help. Beyond conversations, the initiative also gives back through projects like sanitary pad drives and soup kitchens, proving that healing happens not only through words but through community.
This morning, we're joined by the founder of Beautiful Scar to explore why creating safe spaces for honest conversations is more important than ever before.&nbsp;

Feel Good: Rethabile Lechela

They say it only takes one person to change the trajectory of an entire family. But what happens when you're that person? The one expected to earn the degree, build the wealth, heal the trauma, support everyone financially, and create opportunities that previous generations never had. Being the so-called "generational curse breaker" is often celebrated, but behind the success can be immense pressure, guilt, burnout, and the feeling that there's no room to fail. We are in conversation with Empowerment coach, Muvumbi Ndzalama Ngwenya on the pressure that comes with being the generational curse breaker as we focus on love, marriage an increased divorce rates.   

They say it only takes one person to change the trajectory of an entire family. But what happens when you're that person? The one expected to earn the degree, build the wealth, heal the trauma, support everyone financially, and create opportunities that previous generations never had. Being the so-called "generational curse breaker" is often celebrated, but behind the success can be immense pressure, guilt, burnout, and the feeling that there's no room to fail. We are in conversation with Empowerment coach, Muvumbi Ndzalama Ngwenya on the pressure that comes with being the generational curse breaker as we focus on love, marriage an increased divorce rates. &nbsp;&nbsp;

The pressure that comes with being the generational curse breaker - divorce or lack of marriage 

Education has always been one of the most powerful tools for creating opportunity but for many young people, access to quality support, mentorship, and exposure can determine whether their potential is realised. Today, we’re speaking to a young leader who is passionate about changing that narrative. From growing up in Kathu to pursuing Electrical Engineering and building a vision centred around empowering young people, our guest believes that investing in education, STEM, and youth leadership is key to building South Africa’s future. We’ll explore  Stella Mkhehlane’s journey as a young entrepreneur, the importance of creating pathways into science and technology careers, and how young people can us AI as a study partner.

Education has always been one of the most powerful tools for creating opportunity but for many young people, access to quality support, mentorship, and exposure can determine whether their potential is realised.&nbsp;Today, we&rsquo;re speaking to a young leader who is passionate about changing that narrative. From growing up in Kathu to pursuing Electrical Engineering and building a vision centred around empowering young people, our guest believes that investing in education, STEM, and youth leadership is key to building South Africa&rsquo;s future.&nbsp;We&rsquo;ll explore &nbsp;Stella Mkhehlane&rsquo;s journey as a young entrepreneur, the importance of creating pathways into science and technology careers, and how young people can us AI as a study partner.

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