Heal Your Mind with Tracey-Lee Kotzen

In this episode, we dive into the intricate intersection of grief and culture, unravelling the profound impact it has on mental health. Grief in a universal experience, yet the way it manifests and is processed varies across cultures, shaping individual and collective responses. Host Tracey Lee Kotzen is joined by Welile Maleka and Hazel Namponya.

In this episode, dive into the South African National Mental Health Policy Framework and Strategic Plan 2023 – 2030. Our discussion aims to unravel the intricacies of the framework policy, offering listeners an understanding of its contents and implications. Host Tracey Lee Kotzen is joined by guest Dr Njabulo Mbanda.

In this episode, we discuss how sexual violence trauma affects intimate partner relationships. Our guest shares their personal stories marked by unresolved trauma, scars, and pain. They recognise how this unhealed trauma impacted their intimate relationships and through their healing journey, give hope to those walking the same path. Join Tracey as she speaks with guests Martin Pelder, Zoe Pali, Kavya Swaminathan, and Etienne Louw.

INDODA is a podcast for men to have candid conversations about their mental health challenges from a trauma-informed perspective. The topics of the show are informed and deliberately selected, so as to bring awareness of the systemic contributions towards the mental health crisis. For so long, we have been fire-fighting symptomatic problems that stem from deeply entrenched and deliberately cultivated socially engineered problems, which predate our time. These have evolved and infiltrated into the lowest levels of our societies. In this episode, we unpack the stigma of male gender-based violence and address the impact on their mental health. It is crucial to emphasise that addressing the impact of GBV on men's mental health does not diminish the importance of addressing the systemic violence and discrimination that women and marginalised gender identities face. We approach GBV and mental health issues from an intersectional and inclusive perspective, recognising that everyone can be affected differently and may require tailored support. Promoting gender equality, challenging harmful gender norms, and ensuring accessible mental health services for all survivors are important steps to ensure a more inclusive and supportive environment for everyone impacted by GBV. #Healyourmind #INDODA #mentalhealthandwellness #mwi #endthestigmaSA

Youth Gasping for Sanity: Unveiling the Mental Health Struggles of South African Youth in a Polycrisis Era The purpose of this podcast episode is to raise awareness about the mental health challenges that South African youth are confronting. By creating a safe space for dialogue and open conversations, we aim to empower youth to share their experiences, shed light on their struggles, and collectively work towards breaking the stigma surrounding mental health issues. #Healyourmind #gaspingforsanity #mentalhealthandwellness #youth #mwi #endthestigmaSA