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Sense by Meg FaureEpisode 56 - Gentle sleep coaching & co-regulationThis week, Meg chats to Christina Masureik from The Honest Hour podcast. Christina has recently given birth to her third child and sits down with Meg to talk about juggling three boys, aged 7, 5 and 16 weeks. Her little one, baby Connor, has started sleeping through the night and her and Meg talk about the gentle techniques we can use to teach our babies to self-soothe themselves back to sleep. The moms also delve into co-regulation when it comes to raising toddlers and how that journey really starts when you child is an infant. It's a great talk about a fascinating...2023-03-3034 min

The Honest Hour PodcastThe Power of Play with Occupational Therapist Monique DaviesMonique Davies is a South African Mom of three, and a practicing Occupational Therapist (OT) in Durban, South Africa. Monique is all about connection and believes that play is the path to understanding and improving a child’s behavior's and development.I decided to have an OT on the show due to my recent experience with my son who has just begun OT himself. As a Mom who was completely unfamiliar with the field of OT, I was overwhelmed. I did not understand the language of the the OT assessment, I had moments where I blamed myself fo...2022-03-3052 min

The Honest Hour PodcastMindfulness, How To Stay Sane In An Insane World with Best Selling Author Helen NicholsonHelen Nicholson is the author of a new book titled Mindfulness, How to stay sane in an insane world. Not only is her book making mindfulness easy and accessible to all, but it is a collection of Helen’s personal experiences with burn-out, mindfulness and her own business and personal lessons on how to not just cope, but to thrive in today’s post-pandemic world.Buy the book at https://www.takealot.com/mindfulness-how-to-stay-sane-in-an-insane-world/PLID90144953Connect with Helen at https://www.instagram.com/helennicholson92/?hl=en--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/christina-masureik/supp 2022-03-2359 min

The Honest Hour PodcastBe The Custodian of Your Family’s Health with Homeopath & Integrative GP Dr Daphne LyellDr Daphne Lyell is a homoeopath and integrative GP with a special interest in all things related to women’s health, child health, gut health, and diet. She focuses on health and building resilience instead of fighting disease.Dr Lyell also has a particular interest in the birth process and the transformative postpartum period. She has a keen interest in educating and empowering parents. She helps equip them with the knowledge to treat their kids at home.In this episode, we get to know Dr Lyell a little better, her call to integrative medicine, her fo...2022-03-161h 12

The Honest Hour PodcastCHRISTINA MASUREIK - WHY I STEPPED BACK FROM SOCIAL MEDIA & PODCASTING, AND WHY I AM RETURNINGHello from your host, Christina Masureik.This is the first episode I have recorded since December 2020. In this episode I unpack why I took a long break, and what my plans are with the podcast moving forward.This one will be loved by Mom's who struggle with the juggle, have made mistakes, have had to re-prioritize over and over again, and who still want to make time for themselves and their hobbies without sacrificing their families.I hope you enjoy the episode!Love,Christina--- Support this podcast...2022-03-1424 min

The Honest Hour PodcastVulnerable Sharing & Active Listening is the Framework for True Connection, a chat with Campfire Conversations founder Nicolette LouwIn this episode I chat with Campfire Conversations founder, Nicolette Louw. Nicolette is a former Speech Therapist who, after navigating her own midlife trauma alone, saw the need for more authentic & healing conversations in our communities. Her journey to seeking deeper conversations with the people around her led her to establish a company called Campfire Conversations. Campfire is a philosophy, a practise & a structure rooted in holding space, vulnerability, non-judgmental awareness & self-processing. These conversations take place among groups of around five people and these engagements are governed by four central pillars. ...2020-12-1645 min

The Honest Hour PodcastWas Jesus Enlightened, or Divine? A chat with Spiritual Seeker Deepak JohnDeepak John is a first generation South African. He and his family journeyed from Kerala, India to South Africa in the late 1980's. They lived in townships until 1994 when apartheid finally ended. In this episode, we unpack how Deepak felt as a first generation South African and the social dichotomy he faced growing up in a community that was starkly different from the traditional Indian culture his parents hailed from. In addition to his eclectic cultural upbringing, Deepak has a fascinating take on Christian theology and he shares it with us all in this episode. While his...2020-12-091h 06

The Honest Hour PodcastHow to Shift from Anxious to Aligned, with Nicole StarbuckEpisode Disclaimer: Before you make any decisions about your health, especially when it comes to medication, please consult your own medical professionals. Nicole Starbuck is a published author, intuitive expert, quantum energy healer, spiritual mentor, and life coach empowering female entrepreneurs to become the best version of themselves so they can experience more peace, joy, and love. As a spiritual mentor and life coach, Nicole serves female entrepreneurs who want to have it all while putting themselves first. She helps them build their online empires without the burnout. Nicole has her own personal experience with...2020-12-0200 min

The Honest Hour PodcastFrom Seizing to Success, How Brain Surgery Transformed this Entrepreneurs Outlook on LifeZulke Krouwkam grew up in Bethlehem, a small town in the Free State in South Africa. At the age of 14 she started to have seizures, which began to greatly affect her normal functioning, and her life. She eventually moved to the Cape Town in 2012 where, despite undergoing 4 major brain operations during her time at University, she successfully completed her studies. Today, 8 years later, Zulke is now officially a self-proclaimed native Capetonian, living a magical life with her partner and running her own creative business. In this episode, we unpack the story behind Zulke’s transformation fr...2020-11-2500 min

The Honest Hour PodcastPodcast Hiatus Icebreaker: Questions for ChristinaI took a bit of a break from recording on here (a nearly FOUR week break!). I have really missed this space but, to be honest, I needed the break to focus on other things for a while, namely work and family commitments. Thus, I decided to kill two birds with one stone today. I wanted to 1. break my hiatus (it was hard, I felt nervous!) 2. attempt my idea of recording a podcast while simultaneously recording live on Instagram. I felt nervous, sick (have a cold), insecure and definitely not like my best self. BUT...2020-11-1700 min

The Honest Hour PodcastFood Intolerance Testing - Find Out What Foods are Causing Your Problems, A Chat with Dietitian Bernice VenterBernice obtained her BSc (HONS) Dietetics degree at the University of Stellenbosch. She has been successful in many fields of health and wellness including fertility and nutrition, in retail and private practice for several years. She is passionate about nutrition and wellness and has helped many patients reach a position of improved health through personalized eating plans, dietary and supplement recommendations. She is an advocate for proactive medicine, such as through the use of DNA testing and food intolerance testing. As a Registered Dietitian, Bernice has gained experience working as a Clinical Dietitian specifically with intensive care patients, neonates...2020-10-2300 min

The Honest Hour PodcastHow to Use PPC to Grow Your Business, a chat with Digital Marketing Maven Sarah HeintzSarah Heintz is a Digital Marketing Strategist with a master’s in psychology. She has nearly 10 strong years of experience in PPC marketing and digital media strategy. In addition to all that, she is a single Mom to two twin girls, running her business as an expat in Cape Town. In our chat we discuss how she ended up as an expat in Cape Town, her life as a single #mompreneur - how she raises twin girls while scaling a new business. Further, we discuss the ins and outs and all you need to know about your di...2020-10-1400 min

The Honest Hour PodcastTake Your Health Into Your Own Hands, A chat with Holistic Nutritionist Melissa ReidMelissa Reid is a Certified Holistic Nutritionist and the founder of Shine Health. Born and raised in Toronto, Melissa came to live in Cape Town at the age of 18 and stayed to raise her family here. A mom to 2 teenage boys, it was her youngest son’s health issues that led her down a path to studying natural nutrition. She currently runs 21 day detoxes, offering her clients a range of positive results from weight loss to improved mood, and she is here today to enlighten us all a little more on her personal journey, as we...2020-10-0800 min

The Honest Hour PodcastWork For Yourself & Make a Fortune, a chat with South African Retail Billionaire Margaret HirschMARGARET HIRSCH is the Co-founder & Chief Operations Officer of Hirsch’s Homestores in Southern Africa and is a champion of empowering others to achieve their best lives, both personally and professionally. She is A BILLIONARE who came from rough beginnings. She is 70 years old and was named top women in business only 5 years ago, so she is just getting started. Today she is here with us to share moments of her personal journey, her top tips in business and her passion behind lifting others as she rises. Connect with Margaret at: ...2020-09-2355 min

The Blossomed HomemakerThe importance of MENTORS in our lives as Homemakers #17In this episode I am talking about MENTORS and why it is important for us Homemakers to have mentors in our lives.I also share my own personal journey in this episode and share about the mentors in my life, who they are and WHY each of them takes this important role in my life. I hope that this episode encourages you to surround yourself with people that inspire and uplift you, whether you have met them in person or not, mentors are there to guide you and mentor you in your career, personal journey and make...2020-09-1425 min

The Honest Hour PodcastLift Others as You Rise, my chat with Township Upliftment Activist Vusi VokwanaVusi Vokwana is a Cape Town Mom to 3, born and bred in Langa and is passionate about improving township economies. Having been raised by a father who was an avid entrepreneur with multiple businesses across the Cape Flats in the western cape of South Africa, Vusi was inspired by her fathers vision and, after studying abroad for many years, decided to deepen her own roots in the upliftment of human settlements. Vusi is now embedded in township economy structures as General Secretary for Lagunya Business Association, as well as the National African Federated Chamber of Commerce and...2020-09-091h 14

The Honest Hour Podcast8 Ways To Find Your Inner Joy & PeaceI was inspired recently by a post I saw on social media to discuss with you all the personal responsibility factor we each have to determine our happiness in life. Here are 8 ways to find more peace and joy in your life. Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/christina-masureik/support 2020-09-0238 min

The Honest Hour PodcastThe Purpose to Your Pain, with Mindset Coach Natalie RussellNatalie Russell is a single Mom to 2 boys, a certified mindset coach, trained organisational counselor, and a youth worker. It was Natalie’s own journey of healing from trauma that led her to all the rewarding work she now does in the mental health space. In addition to her work as a professional mindset coach, Natalie has worked with the youth, mental health, and addictions for the last 17 years. She came on to The Honest Hour Podcast recently to shed some of her top nuggets of wisdom with us all. Enjoy this episode! Co...2020-08-3157 min

The Honest Hour PodcastHow Empathy Can Change The World, with Author Mimi NicklinAbout Mimi Mimi Nicklin is an experienced marketer and strategist, and a well-known empathetic leader. For over fifteen years she has been working across the globe with her clients to drive stand out creative interventions that lead to profitable business and culture change. Driven by the pursuit of bringing conscientiousness to the role and impact of leadership, with a desire to make the world of work a more empathetic, valuable and sustainably healthy place to be, Mimi has released her first book, “Softening The Edge”. She is also a keynote speaker and columnist. About Our Chat...2020-08-2732 min

The Blossomed HomemakerThe journey to Grace - with Christina Masureik #12Today we have a very special episode for you because we have our very first guest speaker on here, my beautiful friend, Christina Masureik!You may also know her from her own Podcast called "The Honest Hour Podcast"She shares her passion for women in South Africa rising together and owning their stories on her Podcast. She is also a writer, helps women with their brand Strategies as a Marketing enthusiast. Best of all, she’s a beautiful Homemaker like you and me. Is a momma and shares her heart on Personal development through her ow...2020-08-2338 min

The Honest Hour PodcastBe The Sunshine: How Can You Be a Good Ally in a Divided World? A chat with Motivational Dynamo Warrior RicHow can we be an ally in an ever-divided world? I had the most incredible and thought-provoking chat recently with global motivational dynamo Ricardo Gressel, aka Warrior Ric. In our discussion, we addressed why Warrior Ric, who hails originally from the America’s (like yours truly), has a deep connection to South Africa, as well as his hopes for a better future for all its citizens. A graduate of Stanford University holding more 20 years of marketing and communications experience building blue chip brands across Africa and America, Ric now works in motivational speaking, sp...2020-08-211h 31

The Honest Hour PodcastThey Called Me a Racist: Is it Activism, or Cyber Bullying?Overview: On 14 July, Times Live shared an article titled, “Cotton On to the fact that black lives matter,” spotlighting the defamation suit that Influencer and Blogger Shan Fourie laid out against a group of women who subsequently dubbed their collective movement #dontshushme. The article can be found at https://www.timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2020-07-14-cotton-on-to-the-fact-that-black-lives-matter/. Durban based lifestyle blogger with over 15K followers and Mom to 3, Shan Fourie was publicly called a racist after she used her own platform to elevate discussions around diversity by inviting her friend, singer-songwriter, entrepreneur and women’s empo...2020-08-021h 13

The Honest Hour PodcastHow I Lost Myself, a chat with Author Claire LagerwallAuthor of soon to be released book, “How I Lost Myself,” Claire Lagerwall is a jack of all trades, but words are the sharpest tools in her box. Writer extraordinaire, Mom to 3, and resilient as they come, I absolutely loved my chat on The Honest Hour Podcast with Claire today. Having studied English and Psychology as well as an Honours Degree in Psychology and then another Honours in Education, Claire embarked on adulthood with the intention to specialise in EduPsych. While it did not pan out that way, her loud, vivacious, creative, musical, and neurodiverse self, found its beat in a li...2020-07-271h 05

The Honest Hour PodcastManifestation Through Visualization, with Vision Board Facilitator Sonja McKaiserIn this episode of The Honest Hour Podcast I speak with Vision Board and Intuitive Writing Facilitator, Sonja McKaiser I met Sonja in the flesh in October 2018 after attending one of her amazing and transformative vision board workshops with a group of other South African bloggers. The experience was a humbling, grounding and incredibly healing one to say the least. It set me on a journey of seeking deeper intuitive understanding of myself, my experiences, and my perceptions so much that I ended up doing two more workshops between the first one and the beginning of 2020. 2020-07-2359 min

The Honest Hour PodcastToddler Behavior Versus Autism, with Child Therapist Bianca VenterBianca Venter is a South African Mom Blogger & professional child therapist who is simplifying things to live an authentic lifestyle. She is also passionate about sharing her own personal and professional pockets of wisdom along the way. In this episode of The Honest Hour Podcast, I ask Bianca to elaborate on normal child "misbehavior" or "toddler outbursts" versus symptoms of autism. We discuss the genius of an autistic child, their ability to overcome dysfunctional behaviors with therapy, and how we can teach our children to self-regulate from an early age, as well as learn how to...2020-07-2040 min

The Honest Hour PodcastWant to change the world? Do it one person at a time. My chat with social worker Simone JohnstonIn today’s episode of The Hones Hour Podcast, I spoke with former social worker and student wellness advocate and mentor, Simone Johnston. It was enlightening to say the least, speaking with Simone. Her background of working closely with victims of assault and abuse, her vast knowledge of psychology, human emotion, South Africa’s culturally and economically diverse communities, has left me with much food for thought on many things after our deep conversation. From the poverty cycle to the impact of social media on the mental health of our youth, Simone and I covered it a...2020-07-131h 00

The Honest Hour PodcastToxic Positivity, Why Pretending to be OK is So BadAccording to Thetab.com, “The phrase toxic positivity is the culture of portraying yourself as being happy no matter what. You are basically switched off to anything which might be viewed as negative. It's also the idea of encouraging people to always see the bright side, and not open up about anything bad.” And I think that, in the culture of positivity and ‘look on the bright side’ that we are all living in now, it is time we have an open conversation about the harmful flip side of this in our communities. I have ALWAYS b...2020-06-2442 min

The Honest Hour PodcastUpdate on Christina: A New Season in Motherhood & LifeIt has been a hot minute guys! Fun Fact - "hot minute" historically means "a short time," but in modern age we all use this phrase to mean a long time now, or at least I do! OK so, phew! What a whirlwind. You'll find out more in this episode about why, when and how, but life has led me to become a full time stay at home mom and home-school teacher over night with no professional help. Eeek, this has been an adjustment! But, as always with curve balls, so many revelations and lessons. If you are presently a...2020-06-1538 min

The Honest Hour PodcastPositive Boundaries in Parenting, with Meg FaureAre you a parent to kids under the age of 5 and learning the balance the act of compassion and positive boundaries? If so, today’s episode is for you. in fact, even if you are not raising little people, this episode could be applicable to you. If you have ever found yourself facing uncomfortable emotions and situations with people or moments, you can benefit from this conversation about setting positive boundaries and learning to self-regulate. Our guest on this episode of The Honest Hour Podcast is occupational therapist and parenting expert Meg Faure. Speaker and author of SEVEN BEST-SELLING BA...2020-06-0546 min

The Honest Hour PodcastModern Racism & Multiracial Family Life, with Aisha O'ReillyIn this episode of The Honest Hour, I chatted with Aisha O'Reilly, founder of Aisha & Life Blog. On a mission to encourage other women to improve their lives by sharing honest snippets of her own, Aisha is a Mom and blogger extraordinaire with a special passion for sharing her journey with natural African hair, and all the realities of interracial marriage (or just marriage, for that matter), as well as modern motherhood. We discussed so many topics, from motherhood to multi-racial relationships, the need for our generation to understand the history of racism and more. We started off by chatting a...2020-05-2756 min

The Honest Hour PodcastWant to Host Your Own Podcast? It is EASY! Here is HOW.In the last week alone SEVEN people, including top local brands and big influencers, have asked me how to get started on their own podcast. It is so easy guys! In this episode I break down how and why I got started, and give you all the steps you need to start your own podcast successfully today, and how to even get paid. Good luck! If you have any questions I am always here to help. Pop me a DM on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/capetownmomchristina/ --- This...2020-05-2428 min

The Honest Hour PodcastSelf Medicating with Alcohol? Here is how you can QUIT while you're still ahead, with Jen ClementsIf you have been following me on social media for the past year (2019-2020), you will know that I got to a point where I felt like I had a problem with drinking. Yes, it is true. After becoming a Mom and watching my childhood trauma and hormone induced anxieties rise like the sun every morning, I found myself at the bottom of a bottle of wine (and sometimes TWO) most nights of the week, and usually chased back with a few cigarettes. I was NOT living my best life (even though I often liked to think that I was...2020-05-201h 16

The Honest Hour PodcastUnschooling Your Kids, my chat with Nesting Gypsy Sara JanssenIn this episode of the Honest Hour, I spoke with self-dubbed “Nesting Gypsy,” Sara Janssen. An unschooling mama to 3 gorgeous girls (and quite the range of chicken babies too!), Sara was absolute sunshine to chat with. Her love for life and natural curiosity is what led her on a journey to start asking all the important questions in early motherhood. Beginning with cloth nappies and a home birth, her path to all-natural parenting ended up placing her in the happiest place she could ever imagine, a home and a heart with no bounds. Set out to live a life she does...2020-05-161h 02

Life Coach BFF Show for Midlife Women - Thrive in Midlife, Women Over 40, Women Over 50, Goal Setting, Navigating Menopause, Purpose Driven Life, Faith, Systems13 | Christina Masureik - Ghost in the NurseryLife Coach BFF Show | Heather Pettey Hi BFF! Let's go visit with Christina Masureik as she discusses the importance of facing your past in order to embrace your future. THANK YOU FOR LISTENING Connect with Host Heather Pettey: Email: hpetteyoffice@gmail.com Speaker Request Here Instagram @HeatherPettey_ Facebook: @HeatherPettey1 Linkedin: @HeatherPettey Book: "Keep It Simple, Sarah" (Amazon bestseller) Facebook Group: @midlifemoxie Website: www.ourmidlifemoxie.com Don't forget to subscribe to the Life Coach BFF Show for more inspiring content a...2020-05-1545 min

The Honest Hour PodcastHealing from an Eating Disorder through Yoga, with Maris DegenerIn today’s episode I had the honour of speaking with Maris Degener, globally recognized Yogi and mental health crusader from California. Maris became a yoga instructor at the age of 16 after embarking on a lifelong journey of healing and restoration in breath and body movements. I came across Maris’s amazing testimony in the Netflix documentary “I Am Maris” by Laura VanZee Taylor and ro*co films which breaks down the link between yoga, eating disorders, and healing. Inspired after I saw the documentary myself in 2018, it was a unique and amazing opportunity to speak with Maris about her journey...2020-05-1227 min

The Honest Hour PodcastCooking with Kids: Make it FUN, Easy, Educational and HEALTHY with Beans Van ZylIn this episode of The Honest Hour, I chat with YouTuber & child-focused healthy food enthusiast, Beans Van Zyl. I first came across Beans on Instagram in early 2019 and was attracted to her gourmet-looking but oh-so-easy to make healthy meals and sweet treats. Not only does Beans share the most beautiful content, videos and images of making her own recipes, but she has a way of including her kids in on the action so that it is fun, educational and an amazing opportunity to bond. Before becoming a Mom, Beans studied to be a foundation phase teacher and opened her own...2020-05-0748 min

The Honest Hour PodcastLIVING and THRIVING instead of running and surviving, with Jessica ScottComing from a background in professional fitness competitions, Jessica Scott was used to finding her value in her size and there was no limit to how small she could be. After becoming a mother, however, she experienced an internal shift. She began her career as a fitness coach, coaching hundreds of women each month to reach their health and fitness goals. It was during this time that she saw clearly that women did not need help knowing what to eat, we have tried it all really. Instead, they needed help navigating their inner world. In...2020-05-051h 07

The Honest Hour PodcastTake the Emotion out of Eating, with Sam PearseIn today’s chat I spoke with certified Health and Nutrition Coach, Sam Pearse. While Sam has had a lifelong interest in fitness and health, she has only in recent years learned the science-based evidence of REAL nutrition and become passionate about a mindful approach to sound and nutritional eating. Her top tip? Know the science of food and take the emotion out of eating. Her go-to motto is “Food is FUEL”. In our honest conversation, Sam openly shares her background with food – how she grew up over-exercising and not understanding the nutritional aspect of food. Further, she unpa...2020-04-301h 03

The Honest Hour PodcastCorona Positive: Shining Light in a Time of DarknessIn this episode I spoke with Megan, the light, the truth, the smiles, the brains, and the creator behind the Instagram account @livingcoronapositive. In March 2020 Megan and her family embarked on a fun ski holiday to Switzerland. It was an adventure they looked forward to, a year in the making. News had begun to pop up about the novel corona virus, but at the time there was no outbreak and no travel bans. It was a vastly different time to the one we are now finding ourselves during today’s recording on 23 April 2020. It turns out, Megan and her family la...2020-04-2442 min

The Honest Hour PodcastHealthy is the New SKINNY: My Chat with Tracey-Lee FITNESSGIRL_ZAIn late 2016, after struggling to recover from a common cold, Tracey-Lee realised that she needed to change her way of life. Her doctor informed her that if she did not lose the weight now and commit to a healthy and active lifestyle, that she would develop diabetes and other catastrophic health concerns. Tracey-Lee realised that her way of life then had led her to gain more than 50KGs in the preceding two years and, as such, she chose to make some serious changes. She embarked on a mission to prove to herself that she could achieve anything she put...2020-04-2354 min

The Honest Hour PodcastKids in Lockdown: Have a bit of a Guide with LOTS of GraceI had the honour of speaking with one of the first Mom bloggers I followed on Instagram when I established my brand over a year ago. Her name is Mari-Louise Candiotes, also known as “Just a Mamma,” her self-dubbed nickname. Being “just a Mom” is no easy task, I know this from personal experience. But Mari-Louise is far more than Just a Mamma, let me tell you! Mari-Louise always knew she wanted to be a Mom with a big family. She married her high school sweetheart (her Mr. Perfect) and wanted to study art. After a few years of teaching, she beca...2020-04-1652 min

The Honest Hour PodcastAn Open Letter to My High Energy 3-Year-Old Who Does Not Listen"Ah my sweet little Lincy Loncs, our precious Blinky Bear. You are always happy, always laughing and giggling and finding fun for the room. But you do not want to listen. EVER. At this stage, you are turning 3 in just over a month. You want to run into the road, buckle your own seat belt, eat chocolate for breakfast, refuse to go to bed, brush your own teeth (except you just don’t really do it, you only eat the tooth paste). This feisty independence of yours, while honourable at times, is leaving your mama insane!" ...2020-02-2534 min

The Honest Hour PodcastEmbrace the Courage to Live your DREAM in 2020!I saw so many people on social media this past month saying things like "Ya! Bring on a New Year! 2019 sucked!" Or versions there of... My 2019 was SO different! I wrote about it on my blog at http://christinamasureik.co.za/write-the-future-with-a-dream/. I can't say that for many years before 2019. But last year for me was trans-formative, healing and so incredible! And I have an amazing trick up my sleeve as to WHY. Listen to find out! HINT: The Creative Space with Sonja had a LOT to do with my amazing year. You can find her at https://sonjamckaiser.com...2020-01-1541 min

The Honest Hour PodcastA Dad's Super Power & How it is KEY to Changing South Africa, with Celeste SpritelyHello lovely listeners, In this episode I speak with Celeste Spritely, a registered counselor and Psychometrist, about her focus on the unique role that Dad's play on early childhood development (ECD) and school readiness (SR). Did you know that it is estimated that over 2 million children in South Africa are fatherless, and 9 million grow-up without fathers? Hands down, this is a tremendous fatherhood challenge for the country. One of the things I learned in our chat today is that father absenteeism is like Kryptonite for their child’s success – research showed us that thes...2019-10-181h 10

The Honest Hour PodcastClean Your Way Out of Life's Chaos, with EllieIn today's episode of The Honest Hour I speak with happy homemaker from Johannesburg, Ellie. Ellie is a young SAHM to two beautiful twin girls and a wife to the love of her life. She is passionate about helping women find true joy in their role as women, mothers, wives and homemakers. Despite her happy and full life today, Ellie has a story like us all; and her story did not come without trauma. We touch on it only lightly in this episode, choosing rather to focus on her positive and motivational message...2019-10-0932 min

The Honest Hour PodcastThe African Renaissance with #femprenuer Tokelo MotsepeA self proclaimed Digital Maven with a nack for content marketing, Tokelo Motsepe is your modern African female entrepreneur. She connects brands to new audiences, is a Fashion Maven, a Lover of local, and is obsessed with Gratitude (just like yours truly!). If you're looking for a modern, fresh and positive perspective on South Africa, look no further. In today's episode, I speak with Tokelo about her experience of growing up as a black female post-apartheid, what it's been like as a modern black female, and her journey from the corporate world to entrepreneurship. www...2019-10-0154 min

The Honest Hour PodcastBecome Empowered by LETTING GOEver fee STUCK in a rut? Unable to move on from your past? Or your limiting beliefs? Regardless of how you are feeling stuck, it is often in the not so subtle art of LETTING GO that we become empowered by our intentions and choices. Listen in today to hear from Bronwyn and I on our own stories of letting go, as well as our top tips for how you can do the same in your own lives. ABOUT Bronwyn Petzer Bronwyn is a mother, holistic wellness enthusiast, conscious healer, mentor...2019-09-0558 min

Mind Your Hero7. Step into your power and change the algorithm of your life with Christina MasureikIn this episode Christina Masureik and I talk about how you have the power to transform your life. We each dive into how we have become the Hero's of our own lives and the process in which we did this. This episode is filled with many takeaways, massive value and a truly inspirational story from Christina of how she overcame trauma to live a life where she has fulfilled all of her goals that were on her vision board. Mind Your Hero Crowdfunding campaign: https://www.thundafund.com/project/mindyourhero Christina Masureik I...2019-09-051h 10

The Honest Hour PodcastChange the Algorithm of Your with Kylie BowersWe all want happiness to be easy and within our reach. However, like the ongoing conversation about the “changing Instagram Algorithm,” many of us are reaching for the quick fixes, the new trendy tricks available to us to get that instant gratification. Well, we are here to tell you that happiness, like success on Instagram, is not attained nor sustained through quick fix approaches. Lasting happiness, living the life you love, achieving your goals, all starts with one thing – a map. Happiness is achieved not through acts but in shifting your mindset and attitude by adopting a new blueprint from w...2019-09-021h 03

The Wise StudentGrowing and learning from a TOXIC CHILDHOOD a conversation with Christina MasureikIn today's episode you will hear an excerpt from a conversation I had last week with my friend Christina. We chat about our childhoods and the rough times we went through. Of course we also chat about how to overcome difficult times and how to find the light to guide you towards your better future.Remember to go follow Christina and her journey on instagram: @capetownmomchristinaFor more information you can head on to The Wise Student Website: thewisestudent.com 2019-08-201h 01

The Walk out on the Water PodcastEpisode 27 - Owning your StoryWe each have a story. One we may be proud or one, perhaps, thats too sore to even go there in our heads. Today on The UnPodcast: Its about YOU, I chat to Christina Masureik. She's a successful entrepreneur and a mum of 2 based in Cape Town. She has a story that I have no doubt will impact your life and inspire you to OWN your story, in whatever way that needs to play out, for you.2019-08-1638 min

The Honest Hour PodcastAdopted: A New Kind of Happiness, My Personal StoryI had the honor of being interviewed by Carolina Revello. Carolina Revello is a Mathematical Physics student in Edinburgh and who hopes to graduate from University in three years. Above all, she is a feminist and dreamer, loud and proud. She reads anything and everything that falls into her hands and she collects books obsessively. Her brain child of late is "The Wise Student," which is all about the fact that we are all on a journey of learning. Their site gives you the tools you need to become the best version of yourself. Visit them at www.thewisestudent.com...2019-08-141h 07

The Honest Hour PodcastIn The Middle of Difficulty Lies OpportunityAchieving a goal isn’t always easy. In fact it is in the arduous journey of not quitting that we often find ourselves arriving at the envisioned destination. Opportunity therefore lies in the difficult times. This truth is the basis for all entrepreneurial endeavours. Finding a situation or story that doesn’t work and figuring out a way to innovate and Monitise it is how ideas are born and businesses are made. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/christina-masureik/support 2019-08-0731 min

The Honest Hour PodcastCelebrate Self LoveWhy I created #celebrateselflovesa and HOW I truly practice self love. Spoiler alert - it’s looked different at different times.... --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/christina-masureik/support 2019-07-3023 min

The Honest Hour PodcastHow to Overcome Criticism and Get Over the Haters On Your Path to SuccessIf you’re on a path or journey to becoming your best self, or creating a business out of an idea you have, you may have come across “those people” who make you feel awful. This happens! In this episode I help you identify the pitfalls and use tools to overcome what can feel like I setback when you experience this. You can connect with me more on Instagram at @capetownmomchristina. If you like what you’re hearing here please leave me a review 😊. Have a great day beautifuls! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podca...2019-07-2517 min

The Honest Hour PodcastWhy i’m talking on “Raising Confident Kids,” and what are my top tips for you.I’m speaking in front of an audience in Cape Town in 7 August 2019 about “Raising Confident Kids”. Why am I qualified to discuss this and how can my wisdom help you? Listen to know more. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/christina-masureik/support 2019-07-1822 min

The Honest Hour PodcastNo Pain No GainSimilar to how we feel pain when we work our muscles in exercise in order to get stronger, making positive changes in our lives to be a better person may feel uncomfortable at first. If you do what you’ve always done you’ll get what you always got. No pain, no gain. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/christina-masureik/support 2019-05-0314 min

The Honest Hour PodcastHow I Stay Well1. Eat Clean 2. Hydrate 3. Rest 4. Meditate 5. Avoid Toxicity 6. Stay Inspired --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/christina-masureik/support 2019-05-0224 min

The Honest Hour PodcastFace The Fear & Embrace FailureShowing up is 90% of achieving your goals. Stop being afraid of failure! Give yourselves opportunities to fail every single day. If you’re not failing you aren’t trying. You owe it to your God given purpose and your families to show up every day and be better. So go and fail! Show up, get up, keep moving. You’ll get to the top of that ladder one step at a time, even if it means one step forward and two steps back. Believe you are made for more. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a...2019-02-0719 min

The Honest Hour PodcastFinding My Confidence in MotherhoodFinding my confidence in motherhood has been a real journey. I’ve learned how to be real with my expectations and aim for purpose, not perfection. I’ve accepted the need for a village of my own as well as to continue to nurture who I am as a person, not just a mother. Above all else, i’ve learned to TRUST my intuition. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/christina-masureik/support 2019-01-3020 min

The Honest Hour PodcastWelcome to my first podcast!This episode (my first podcast!) is two-fold: an introduction of myself (nice to meet you!) and the first part in a series of episodes about establishing a strategy on how to live your best life as a mom. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/christina-masureik/support 2019-01-2425 min