<p>How Did We Get Here? is Mpoomy Ledwaba&#39;s best-selling coming-of-age story. Looking back on her upbringing, major milestones and the challenges she’s faced, Mpoomy takes us on her journey of self-discovery. Order your copy here👉: <a href="https://a.co/d/08QQzYtq">https://a.co/d/08QQzYtq</a></p><p>Sign up for the Wisdom &amp; Wellness Private Membership: <a href="https://sales.wisdomwellness.co.za/signup">https://sales.wisdomwellness.co.za/signup</a></p><p>Unlimited WalkFest Durban is on the way! Join us on 2nd May at Durban’s Ocean’s Mall, grab your ticket here: <a href="https://www.howler.co.za/unlimitedwalkfest2026">https://www.howler.co.za/unlimitedwalkfest2026</a></p><p>…</p><p>This week, Mpoomy Ledwaba sits down with Dr Reitumetse Mpholle for a deeply insightful conversation about safety, freedom, and what it truly takes for women to move from simply surviving to fully thriving. In a world where many women navigate daily realities shaped by fear, limitation, and systemic barriers, Dr Mpholle unpacks the powerful findings of the Her &amp; Now report, connecting data to the lived experiences of South African women.</p><p>She shares her perspective as a researcher and strategist, reflecting on the emotional, physical, and financial factors that shape women’s sense of agency and well-being. Together, they explore how safety is not just about protection, but about creating the conditions for women to dream, grow, and live intentionally. The conversation also unpacks the weight of invisible burdens women carry, and what it means to reclaim autonomy in spaces that often restrict it.</p><p>Through honest reflection and meaningful dialogue, this episode invites us to reimagine what is possible when women are truly supported. It challenges us to consider how different our lives could look if we felt secure enough to choose ourselves fully.</p><p>If you’ve ever questioned what it means to feel safe, supported, and free to build a life on your own terms, this conversation is for you.</p><p>This episode is proudly sponsored by 1st for Women.</p><p>1st for Women is a licensed non-life insurer and FSP. Ts &amp; Cs online.</p><p>To read the Her &amp; Now report discussed in this episode, access it here: <a href="https://stdigzadigitalbrandsites.digitalcdn.co.za/ffw-blobs/ce9ab5a39afc4cdcbbba52aa6d24f756/91ad6701388544f3970f38e72668b730.pdf">https://stdigzadigitalbrandsites.digitalcdn.co.za/ffw-blobs/ce9ab5a39afc4cdcbbba52aa6d24f756/91ad6701388544f3970f38e72668b730.pdf</a>  </p><p><strong>Timestamps</strong></p><p><strong>03:33 - </strong>What brings peace</p><p><strong>07:13 - </strong>Chaos, growth, peace</p><p><strong>09:02 - </strong>What is safety</p><p><strong>10:02 - </strong>Financial safety</p><p><strong>11:06 - </strong>Emotional safety</p><p><strong>12:16 - </strong>Consistency and safety</p><p><strong>13:01 - </strong>Childhood and career</p><p><strong>15:44 - </strong>Human-centered solutions</p><p><strong>17:42 - </strong>Misunderstanding women</p><p><strong>18:02 - </strong>Identity shift</p><p><strong>19:15 - </strong>Having everything</p><p><strong>20:29 - </strong>Sacrifices</p><p><strong>23:05 - </strong>Her &amp; Now report</p><p><strong>26:44 - </strong>Women are tired</p><p><strong>28:59 - </strong>Money and joy</p><p><strong>31:51 - </strong>Sisterhood</p><p><strong>37:17 - </strong>Stay-at-home pressures</p><p><strong>39:26 - </strong>From exhaustion to empowerment</p><p><strong>41:28 - </strong>Peace and expectations</p><p><strong>44:41 </strong>- Burnout wake-up call</p><p><strong>49:00 - </strong>Emotional safety</p><p><strong>49:08 - </strong>Power in softness</p><p><strong>Follow Mpoomy:</strong></p><p>Instagram:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbVFhYUtPX3JqSnhaeWVzWXV1MjdfanNIOE1PZ3xBQ3Jtc0ttMndVa3FEcmJoNEFqbG5ITTBHYzI1MVYzUkxCTERNQ2tVeWdvM1ZXSnRzNnFsQnlMdTZGNk9GVkdyQklTZDViRDQ1cWJDMms4Q3QzeUNvR1ZVT1Exa1cyOE9na1hrbWh0MzFCQzVneUs4MWd1TmRIUQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fmpoomy_ledwaba%2F%3Fhl%3Den&v=LFqklnIh2vQ"> </a><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@mpoomyledwaba?lang=en">https://www.tiktok.com/@mpoomyledwaba?lang=en</a></p><p>TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@mpoomyledwaba?lang=en">https://www.tiktok.com/@mpoomyledwaba?lang=en</a></p><p><strong>Follow Wisdom &amp; Wellness:</strong></p><p>Instagram:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbUxfeENQblAtOHhTRUVjUVpLWEwyam1pckMxQXxBQ3Jtc0trZlg4Y19JMVFtZENvMVFudWNqQVVYVkg4U1hoM1B0c1hJR3ZRb2QzalpaY3A2ZHNUdHlkUHgxcXl1ZXpoMURfd1VzeXVZSEVIdUFxcFFibFE4Rjl2c0pyU01WNjduakVRbGx0OGY0VlB0MmFZMGZSRQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fwisdomwellness_%2F&v=LFqklnIh2vQ"> </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/wisdomwellness_/">https://www.instagram.com/wisdomwellness_/</a></p><p>Facebook: Wisdom &amp; Wellness</p><p>Website: www.wisdomwellness.co.za</p><p>Sign up for Mpoomy’s newsletter: <a href="https://sales.wisdomwellness.co.za/sunday-nuggets-opt-in">https://sales.wisdomwellness.co.za/sunday-nuggets-opt-in</a></p><p> </p><p>Listen to Wisdom &amp; Wellness Podcast 🎧 New episodes drop Tuesday!</p><p>Spotify</p><p>Apple Podcasts</p><p>Like, subscribe, and share with someone who needs this conversation.</p>