Emotional Me

The lifestyle change, costant concern for wellbeing of the child and increased financial obligations are just a few items added to the daily to do list once one becomes a parent. These may be overwhelming mentally and its effects spilling over to spheres of work and relationships. Follow experiences of a new parent Rehema Busch on this episode, as she shares challenges and what helped her navigate...

On this episode: Pius Makwandi, Co-Founder of a Business consulting firm; Ubuntu Impact, shares the symptomps of a workplace culture lacking Emotional Intelligence, its impacts and where to start in introducing elements of EQ in a workplace culture. Then explores how exactly EQ helps in boosting productivity and mental wellbeing of workers.

There is much to learn about Resilience from the journey of Tega Jasson who is a guest on this episode. He is a businessman who reached a point of exporting goods outside Tanzania and operating a business worth hundred thousands of dollars. But, it all collapsed through changes in Government policies and COVID-19 which left Jasson at the rock bottom with only one option; to be Resilient and naviga...

The Child Psychologist Hussein Mshunga and a mother to an Autistic Child Cecylia Mesh share useful insights on what Autism is and how to create conducive environment for an Autistic child to learn and develop in areas of communication and social interactions as a way of enabling them to showcase their talents and share their dreams with the world.

High productivity is what is required of workers in workplaces. But, there are different factors that may drive workers to lose interest and motivation to go above and beyond in search of results that will propel the organization to greater heights. Instead, they find comfort in simply putting in a minimum effort just enough to avoid getting fired but nowhere near their best. Join the Human Resour...

Life can be tiresome and we all could use a rest every now and then. But, what kind of rest is perfect for your situation? Join Mental Health mentors Jacqueline Balige and Felix Massinda from Mentify Tz on this episode, as they explore different kinds of rest and suggest actions that are synonymous with those types of rest.

Join a Counselling Psychologist Bosco Bosco alongside a Research Psychologist Jeniffer Mashaka both from Mental Health Tanzania as they share insights on exactly what Mental Health is about, the distinctive features of mental health issues and mental illnesses. More importantly, helpful lifestyle adjustments of value to your mental wellbeing.

So many insights to learn from on this episode as the Hope Whisperer and Registered Counselling Psychologist; Amaechi Nduka-Agwu answers listeners' questions regarding a neurological condition that leads to difficulties in regulating emotions known as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

Passion can inspire creativity, resilience and consistence in each of us, once we discover it and learn to leverage it. This episode brings together the experiences of an education specialist Rehema Busch and experienced actor from Jambo na Vijambo series, Mzome wa Mzome in exploring how to discover, narture and leverage passion.

Although emotions remain to only be data rather than directives, they largely do influence choices and decisions which shape our life stories. There is much to learn on this episode, as an experienced visual artist; Nicodemus Zebedayo shares how emotions have shaped his life journey as an artist.

There is a reason behind everything and each being lives to serve or fulfil a purpose. Question is, how does one discover their purpose? Follow the story of a Social Worker, Sizya Puya on this episode; as she shares how emotional data played a crucial role in the discovery of her purpose and how emotionally rewarding it is to live a purposeful life.

Nations, companies, families, relationships and personal lives all require effective leadership to flourish. Join the passionate and experienced leadership trainer, Ben Owden on this episode; as he explores the role and value that emotional intelligence plays and adds in leadership.

Athough many would do anything to avoid experiencing unpleasant emotions emanating from tough times in life, there are many lessons, skills and values that lay down a strong foundation for future success from these tough times. Follow the story of an International Film producer from TAI Studios, Mr Gwamaka Mwabuka on this episode as he explores how his growth in film production career is built on...

We are more likely to thrive and be our best versions in environments that we feel free and safe to express our true selves without hesitation or fear that we may get punished or taken advantage of or be in any kind of trouble. There is so much to learn from the Experienced Passionate EQ trainer and Managing Director of Lindam Group Tanzania, Zuhura Sinare Muro on this conversation; as she shares...

There is a lot to learn from the real life experiences of a father of three and international journalist, Daniel Kijo on this episode. How self awareness, acceptance and different components of Emotional Intelligence are of great value in navigating the chronicles of Fatherhood.

Among the most fulfilling and pleasant feelings for many are those experienced during the moment and the whole journey of being a parent and even much more a mother. A journey which is full of mixed feelings, demands and responsibilities left, right and center. This episode will take you on an emotional journey of the motherhood experience with focus being on how Emotional Intelligence adds great...

Values, customs and traditions defining what is acceptable and what is not in a certain society play a big role in influencing emotional experiences and expressions. There is a lot to learn from the cultural experiences of Bernie Mshana on this episode especially on what helps in navigating the cultural challenges for the benefit of our emotional wellbeing and mental health.

Practising positive Affirmations is a behaviour that can help us see opportunities in each challenge, remain hopeful in adversity and be resilient even during rockbottom experiences. Listen to this episode and let the insights of the Social Psychologist Erick Bunono and real life experiences of the Afro-jazz Singer Annette Ngongi take you on an exploration journey towards what exactly are affirmat...

Motivation can always get you started on things but it is Commitment that can ensure consistency in taking those things to greater heights. This episode explores commitment in careers and romance under the guidance of the Social Psychologist, Erick Bunono and life experiences of the experienced sales person and bridegroom, Geofrey Metili.

Putting all your guards down and letting other people into your life without fear of what may happen is what we call Trust and it is something that is first built within yourself before it can be shared to others. Listen to this episode and explore further on how to build Trust, mend it when broken and the value it can add in your life via expert insights of the Social Psychologist Erick Bunono an...

Emotionally; Practising Gratitude opens doors towards finding Joy, Inner Peace and Hope. This episode features real life examples from an entrepreneur Endesh Makanza and expert insights from a Counselling Psychologist Amaechi Nduka-Agwu which will guide you on creation of different tiny habits that will help you start practising Gratitude as part of your lifestyle.

Opportunities, Blessings, Answers to our prayers and Solutions to our challenges are always delivered to us through different people, at different times and in different ways. This is what makes Networking skills so priceless. Join the experienced Legal & HR expert and the Development Psychologist on episode who will take you through the value that Emotional Intelligence adds to Networking and exa...

Explore the Power of Positive Mind through the story of an Entrepreneur & Mentor Rachael Nyanchama on this episode; who grew up in a violent family, had to cross border while pregnant into a country she knew very little about, experienced betrayal which left her a single parent in a foreign country but she is able to rise above her challenges and testifies to how Positive Mind has and still is hel...

Empathic communication can be the difference between us attracting more positivity from our interactions and us turning even the smallest of challenges into bigger ones. This episode features the Call centre communications expert Brigitar Angelo and Development Psychologist Annie Ljungqvist who will take you through what Empathic communication is, its value in the workplace and relationships plus...

Impatience can be frustrating; because often times we have to face situations in life that we have no control over, at which points Patience really becomes a useful emotion & skill. Join the Communications expert Kai Mollel and the Development Psychologist Annie Ljungqvist on this episode and get to explore what Patience looks like, how to cultivate it and the value it can add different real life...