<p>In this week’s episode of <strong>Mindful Mondays with Shudu</strong>, Shudu sits down with Dr. Mpume Zenda  — a powerful voice in women’s health, storytelling, and dignity to explore what happens when women are truly seen.</p><p>From the shame many of us inherit around our bodies to the global reality of women being dismissed, misdiagnosed, or taught to normalize pain, this conversation goes beyond the clinical and into the emotional. Together, they unpack the link between self awareness and health, how culture can silence us even when information exists, and why self advocacy is not only a personal practice but a leadership skill.</p><p>This is an episode about boundaries, belonging, and learning to trust what your body has been trying to tell you all along. A reminder that you deserve care that feels safe, respectful, and human.</p><p>If you have ever struggled to speak up, felt embarrassed to ask questions, or carried symptoms quietly, this conversation is for you.</p><p><br></p>