Growing In Community

In this episode of the Growing in Community Podcast, we sit down as a team to answer some of the most asked questions about GIC. From how it all started to what truly drives our mission, this conversation gives you a deeper look into the heart behind the community. We talk about the vision, the journey, and the realities of building something that seeks to create safe spaces for growth, healing, a...

In this powerful and deeply honest episode, we sit down with Jean-Claude to talk about a topic often buried in silence. Mental health, suicide, and grief, particularly within the context of the African home. Jean-Claude opens up about his personal journey through suicidal thoughts, the role community played in his darkest moments, and how he's found healing. We explore the cultural silence around...

In this powerful and deeply personal episode, we sit down with  Tjino Shirley Tjipura , a passionate educator and purpose-driven voice for the youth — to unpack the often-ignored reality of  life after graduation . While the world celebrates degrees and diplomas, many young people quietly slip into a season marked by  unemployment, uncertainty, and an emotional toll that’s rarely spoken about . Tj...

This episode feels like sitting on the floor with your best friend, talking about the things we usually keep quiet. Theopoline,sunshine in human form, joins us to share her story of being the eldest daughter, navigating faith, family, and finding herself. It's a deep, honest, and surprisingly joyful conversation about self-harm, resilience, community, and learning to put yourself first. She&#3...

In the powerful season 2 opener, host Suzeth Ngutonua sits down with Namibian visual artist Tuli Mekondjo for an unfiltered conversation about the art of  good selfishness . Together, they explore what it means to set healthy boundaries, stay grounded when life gets chaotic, and how evolving sometimes means stepping back from enabling others' struggles. Tuli shares wisdom on developing your pe...

On today’s episode Suzeth is joined by Mr Petrus Philip often referred to as Peter, where he shares his journey of low self-esteem, negativing loss, faith, identity and mental health. Peter speaks with honesty leaving room for open conversations, wisdom and knowledge.

In today's episode Suzeth is joined by Franklin Shitaleni who shares his remarkable journey while focusing on imposter syndrome, validation, faith, loss and mentorship. In this episode with passion and brilliance Franklin shed’s more light on mental health and how younger boys or men can reach out for help. Find Franklin on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freestylefridaywithfranklin?igsh=MzRu...

In today’s episode we have a conversation with the man that needs little introduction Mr Siegfried Lange. From Mickey mouse to emotional intelligence, slave relationships, emotional debt to boundaries he holds nothing back. This conversation contains so much wisdom and knowledge, so make sure to grab your pen and notebook. To watch some of Mr Siegfried Lange YouTube videos click on the following l...

In todays episode we sit with the incredible Simoné in a candid yet open conversation centered around mental health. With her expertise in psychological counseling she shares on trauma and its impact, attachment styles, effecting copying mechanisms and so much more. This is an episode you do not want to miss out on! DISCLAIMER This podcast does not offer any medical advice*

On todays episode, Suzeth sits down with Sitina Chingunwe a youth counselor who focuses on building youth resilience. She speaks on how we can have an open discussion on how we can create safe spaces to openly talk about mental health, rising above your circumstances and the journey towards forgiveness. If you wish to contact Sitina, kindly send us a Dm on instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/gr...

In today's episode of growing in community, Suzeth sits down to share some of the symptoms that are a direct result of trauma.

Ever wondered how our childhood truama shows up in our mental health? In today's episode of Growing in community Suzeth breaks down what truama is, some of its symptoms and how we can identify it in our own lives.

In this episode we take a closer look at how our childhood patterns show up in our adult lives and how to put in the work required to live outside the prison we place ourselves in.

In today's episode of growing in community Suzeth sits down to talk about the person who always feels the need to be strong. She shares her insight about her journey and what it looks like to be a broken arrow.

In this episode Suzeth shares the story of a biblical character found in Luke 13:10-13, the infirmed woman. From the story of this woman she unveils why letting go is important as well as why we need to stop using people to fill a void and so much more.

In today's episode Suzeth talks about the importance of rebuilding trust with yourself and how that trust can easily be broken. But most importantly taking steps to make yourself the most reliable person you know. Make sure to follow the growing in community instagram page for all community updates and much more @growing.incommunity

On today's episode Suzeth shares her vision behind growing in community, what to expect and the goals for the podcast moving forward.