Episode Summary: In this insightful episode, Mpoomy delves into the life and profession of Lwanele Khasu, a psychologist who turned personal tragedy into a professional calling. We explore various aspects of grief, mental health, selfworth, and emotional safety. The discussion covers practical steps for dealing with insecurities, depression, anxiety, and the importance of vulnerability and wholehearted living.
Key Discussion Points:
1. About Lwanele [00:03]
2. Ice breakers [00:47]
3. The grief that led to the profession Lwanele losing both of her parents at the age of 11 [05:17]
4. Navigating grief as a child and how you can help a child who is grieving [10:38]
5. Defining mental health in simple terms and how it affects our overall wellbeing [13:54]
6. How to realize that you are enough so that you stop overcompensating [17:47]
7. How to define your ‘Enough’ and identifying your insecurities [19:40]
8. What to do once you know where your insecurities come from [22:01]
9. The causes contributing to the rise in depression and anxiety and a possible solution [22:54]
10. The difference between feeling jealous, angry, and being triggered [30:55]
11. Learning to celebrate other people after realizing you have a challenge with It [33:56]
12. Defining emotional /psychological safety [35:29]
13. Unpacking the quote “The less you open your heart to others, the more your heart suffers” [40:00]
14. Parent dynamics [45:07]