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Mental WealthMental Wealth23. Perceived Deadlines in LifeStatements like “You need to marry by 25, have a house by 30 and retire at 40” or  “A woman not married by this age must have wasted her chances.” have pushed many into mental distress and some, to early graves. These and many other phrases are commonly uttered by peers, family and society intentionally or covertly. Lilian and Were discuss extensively how these deadlines affect our being and how to navigate through them.  For comments or psychosocial support: WhatsApp: +254717-197-815/+254792-015-089Distribution - Aqute Media.2022-11-2636 minMental WealthMental Wealth22. What is your Attachment Style?Attachment style is how we form an emotional bond with one another. Quite often, it becomes evident when we get into an intimate relationship. It is crucial to let you know attachment style is not a badge one wears, as it can shift from one style to the other depending on life experiences. You can find out your attachment on this episode. For comments or psychosocial support: WhatsApp:+254717-197-815/+254792-015-0892022-11-1225 minMental WealthMental Wealth21. Dealing With a Loss.We experience losses when we lose someone or someone. This can range from disconnecting with people with love through disagreement, divorce, or death. Such experiences always leave one devasted, hopeless and deeply wounded. Is it possible to overcome such experiences? In this episode, we highlight all forms of losses and the stages of griefing, inspired by Kubler Ross's 5 Stages of Griefing. For comments or psychosocial support: WhatsApp:+254717-197-815/+254792-015-0892022-09-0740 minMental WealthMental Wealth20. Does Masculinity really promote the mental wellness of men?Modern-day activism on masculinity has highly been criticized for promoting toxic and archaic principles. It has been linked with “hardening men” thus suppressing their emotions. Our guests, who consider themselves ambassadors of masculinity shade more light on the myths and lies that have no foundational basis in Masculinity. They agree that men are emotional beings. For comments or psychosocial support: WhatsApp:+254717-197-815/+254792-015-0892022-07-161h 20Mental WealthMental Wealth19. Losing Family Because of Toxic Workspace.Life becomes fulfilling when we secure a job opportunity of our preference especially when it offers good pay. This was the case with Wens, whose fortune changed soon after settling into the job. Positive feedback was unheard of, and criticism before colleagues became the norm. According to his boss, he was a burden but still, they were not willing to let him go. Going to work became traumatic, lost interest in himself and compassion for the family. Due to his courage to face the impossible, the ending leaves him fulfilled. People do not leave toxic workspaces, they leave toxic...2022-07-021h 12Mental WealthMental Wealth18. Mental Health for Politics.Leaders fit the room's emptiness with hope, love, and material needs. For an aspiring leader, the campaign period is characterized by wooing voters. In our Kenyan setup, we reduce them to gods expecting them to solve all our problems. How then can a young, ambitious leader campaign and maintain mental sanity? John Muisyo alias Chinaman takes us through his journey as he seeks to become an MCA. He unearths all the means and efforts he continues to deploy to keep himself intact & sane.For comments or psychosocial support: WhatsApp: +254717-197-815/+254792-015-089Distribution...2022-06-2546 minMental WealthMental Wealth17. It is Love Bombing, Not True LoveLove bombing is a form of manipulation that can be confused with TRUE LOVE. In this episode, Lilian and Derrick dissect the topic by sharing insights into how one can be cornered into a time bomb experience in a romantic affair. Further, you will discover how to navigate over such an experience.  For comments or psychosocial support:WhatsApp: +254717-197-815/+254792-015-0892022-06-1739 minMental WealthMental Wealth16. Emotions and why it is important to express them.Countless times, those who express emotions are considered weak and spoilt by society. It is almost a taboo for “men” to cry or get vulnerable before others. The truth is, that human belongs are emotional beings and any act of suppression leads to a disaster for the victim. In this episode, we seek to educate you on healthy ways of expressing emotions.2022-05-2040 minMental WealthMental Wealth15. Party Life or Reserved? all influenced by temperamentsOur nature and habits are created or gotten deliberately but sometimes they are subconsciously gotten. In this 15th episode, we look at personality traits and the whole enchilada of it!2022-05-0643 minMental WealthMental Wealth14. Toxic Caregivers (Verbal Abuse & Emotional Negligence)How we are treated affects how we treat others. It affects us in many ways. It is a learning process as a whole.In this 14th episode, we look at how verbal abuse and emotional negligence by toxic caregivers affect us.Distribution - Aqute Media2022-04-151h 06Mental WealthMental WealthMental Wealth Episode 13 | Toxic Relationships Part 2: How to leave a toxic relationship.When you already realize your partner no longer feels the same, the most difficult duty is to leave. But our thoughts always tie us back, with the assumption “What if he changes, what if I am the one overthinking, or what if I am not giving enough to this relationship. In this episode, Derrick Were & Victory give their share of some of the tricks they deployed to walk out of their toxic relationships.2022-03-1232 minMental WealthMental WealthMental Wealth Episode 12 | Toxic Relationships Part 1: My Partner Sexually Abused MeListeners' discretion is advised!!In this Episode, Lilian and Were try to educate the public on what toxicity is in a relationship and how to handle it. Our guest, Victory Mugambi takes us through her past relationship where her boyfriend SEXUALLY ABUSED her. It is a journey that has taken her long to fully heal and even share with family and friends.2022-03-0743 minMental WealthMental WealthMental Wealth Episode 11 | HOW VALENTINE'S DAY IS AFFECTING YOUR MENTAL HEALTHFebruary is considered a time for love. Valentine's Day is here with us and intimate partners are throwing parties, dates as a form of proving live for one another. As beautiful as it may sound, this opportunity can be painful to others. In this episode, our seasoned guest, Alex shares with us his view on how love birds need to spend this precious period. On the contrary, Derrick Were believes gifts is overhyped and sees love commitments and the most precious gifts, a view she despite to some level. According to her, communication is key. 2022-02-1452 minMental WealthMental WealthMental Wealth Episode 10 | 2022 PlansThis episode highlights personal plans Lilian and Were have for the year 2022. The two further helps listeners in having a clear vision board that categorically puts mental wellness first. The biggest victory is won through a clear plan, and all plans must put your wellness first. 2022-02-1245 minMental WealthMental WealthMental Wealth Episode 9 | Love Languages and CommunicationPeople are different and interpret communication differently, so how do you communicate your love language to your partner? This episode explores the different personalities and how to communicate your love.NOTE: The audio was not recorded at the studio and we apologize for the background noise - thank you!2021-10-191h 11Mental WealthMental WealthMental Wealth Episode 8 | ManipulationDid you know that there are ways to check if one is manipulating you? Do you know these characteristics? Did you know there are forms of manipulation? Would you know how to deal with such a situation?Well, the answers to all these questions are available in this episode. Remember to share it if you find it impactful.Recording and editing are done by Aqute Media.2021-10-011h 17Mental WealthMental WealthMental Wealth Episode 7 | RejectionHave you faced rejection? What does it mean to be rejected? What do you do in such cases?Get answers to these and more rejection queries in this episode.2021-09-0147 minMental WealthMental WealthMental Wealth Episode 6 | Toxic Caregivers ft. Mideva"I was forced to live a 2-face life. One to show the society I was happy and the other was the truth" Mideva shares her experience growing up and how this affected her.Mideva started experiencing violence as a kid from her stepfather. "I started to act like an adult when I was 4 years.""My mom chose her marriage over me!"Listener discretion advised.2021-08-0356 minMental WealthMental WealthMental Wealth Episode 5 | Coping with Anxiety ft. LaureneIn this unique episode, we feature Laurene who shares her experience with anxiety and how to manage it.2021-07-2140 minMental WealthMental WealthMental Wealth Episode 4 | EmpathyWhat does it mean to be empathetic?Are you an empath?What does it take to be empathetic?Listen in as Derrick and Lilian break down this emotional state.2021-06-2048 minMental WealthMental WealthMental Wealth Episode 3 | People PleasingIn this episode, a deep look at people-pleasing expect to learn;What is people-pleasing?Is it good or is it bad?How do you know if you're a people pleaser?Why do you people please?How to manage people-pleasing habit?This podcast is recorded and produced by Aqute Media2021-05-2646 minMental WealthMental WealthMental Wealth Episode 2 | BoundariesSetting boundaries with other people, family, spouse and much more. It discusses how to set boundaries;Intellectual EmotionalFinancial 2021-05-1245 minMental WealthMental WealthMental Wealth Episode 1 | IntroductionMental Wealth podcast show seeks to address mental health issues and help youth to cope up with stress and work productively. We believe the greatest change a man or woman can create is of being in charge of their mind.2021-05-0531 min