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Inside D'ArenaNavigating Trauma: Expert Insights with Funmto OgunbanwoWelcome to another compelling episode of "Inside D'Arena Podcast"! In this episode, we are honored to host Funmto Ogunbanwo, M.S, NCC, a renowned Clinical Mental Health Therapist and the founder of Ibi Ayo Therapy and Wellness Limited. Funmto brings a wealth of experience and a holistic approach to mental health, guiding individuals through life transitions, addressing self-esteem issues, and providing crucial support for depression, anxiety, and trauma.
Join us as we delve into the essential topic of "Navigating Trauma: Expert Insights." Funmto will share her expertise on defining trauma, understanding trauma's impact, the...
2024-07-221h 08
Inside D'Arena#40 Redefining Mental Health and Building Empathy - with Jimmy WesterheimJimmy Westerheim is an extraordinary individual whose life experiences have taken him on a journey from the private sector to humanitarian work, from thriving in competitive sports to becoming a mental health advocate and CEO of The Human Aspect Foundation.
Join us as we explore Jimmy's remarkable journey, the compelling vision driving The Human Aspect Foundation, and the profound influence of empathy in shaping a more peaceful world. Jimmy's story is one of resilience, compassion, and dedication to changing the narrative around mental health.
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2023-12-041h 24
Inside D'Arena#39 A Fun Conversation - with Oluwaseyi Mercy OmisakinJoin us for a captivating and light-hearted conversation with the multi-talented Oluwaseyi Mercy Omisakin—a content creator and podcaster. From her childhood adventures in Northern Nigeria to her unwavering pursuit of becoming a medical doctor, her journey is nothing short of inspiring.
Discover the unique blend of resilience, passion, and humor that defines Oluwaseyi's approach to life. As we delve into her experiences, insights, and the fulfillment she finds in being a devoted Christian.
Be prepared to be uplifted and entertained with a seamless blend of inspiration, laughter, and va...
2023-11-131h 22
Inside D'Arena#38 Marriage, Divorce, and Beyond - with Adetunji AdeoyeAdetunji Adeoye is a seasoned divorce lawyer renowned for his expertise in handling complex and high-conflict divorce and separation cases, boasting a stellar track record of effective negotiation and litigation to secure the best outcomes for his clients.
In this episode, we dive into the intricate world of marriage, relationships, and the complexities of divorce. From common reasons behind marriages ending in divorce to the emotional toll divorce takes on individuals and families, we explore sensitive topics, including infidelity and sexual dissatisfaction. This episode offers a deeper understanding of marriage dynamics and divorce proceedings...
2023-10-091h 01
Inside D'Arena#37 Beyond 'I Do': Strengthening Marital Bonds - with Maryam Hassan BabaMaryam Hassan Baba is a dedicated professional guidance counselor renowned for her expertise in strengthening marital relationships. With a profound understanding of therapies such as Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Rogerian Therapy, and Relapse Prevention, Maryam has devoted her career to assisting couples in establishing enduring and healthy marriages.
She is also the founder of 'The Northern Therapist,' a virtual marriage institution located in Kano, Nigeria. An institution on a mission to combat the alarming divorce rates in our society through a comprehensive range of services, including premarital counseling, individual therapy...
2023-09-251h 06
Inside D'Arena#36 Amaudo Itumbauzo Integrated Community Mental Health Foundation - with Reverend Kenneth E. NwaubaniJoin us in this episode as we journey into the heart of Amaudo Itumbauzo Integrated Community Mental Health Foundation, a beacon of hope founded in 1989 by the visionary Sister Rosalind Colwill in Abia, Nigeria. Discover the incredible story of Amaudo's unwavering commitment to providing mental health rehabilitation for the homeless and accessible community mental health care throughout Southeast Nigeria.
Our special guest, Reverend Kenneth E. Nwaubani, Director of Amaudo Itumbauzo Integrated Community Mental Health Foundation, will guide us through this remarkable organization's transformative journey. Listen to stories of resilience, hope, and profound change that...
2023-09-111h 44
Inside D'Arena#35 Embracing Resilience: Navigating Life Beyond the Loss of Physical Health or Abilities - with Adenike Oyetunde-Lawal and Aanu Jide-OjoIn this episode, we will delve into the complex emotional landscape of grief that accompanies the loss of physical health or abilities, a topic that profoundly impacts countless individuals in Nigeria, yet remains often overlooked or misunderstood.
Titled "Embracing Resilience: Navigating Life Beyond the Loss of Physical Health or Abilities," this insightful episode brings together exceptional guests who offer their unique perspectives and expertise to illuminate the experience of grief stemming from the loss of physical health or abilities. Our first guest is Adenike Dasola Oyetunde-Lawal, a Nigerian media personality, radio host, author, lawyer...
2023-08-211h 15
Inside D'Arena#34 A Roadmap to Forever: Building a Strong Foundation for Marriage - with Bunmi OduaIn this episode titled 'A Roadmap to Forever: Building a Strong Foundation for Marriage,' we are thrilled to welcome back the insightful Bunmi Oduah, an author, teacher, and speaker, who previously enlightened us on a previous episode titled 'Waiting Gracefully.' That empowering discussion was nothing short of amazing and highly informative, as she shared invaluable insights on maximizing and enjoying the waiting season before marriage.
This time, our focus shifts to couples who are ready to take the next step and tie the knot. Whether you have been together for a significant...
2023-08-071h 27
Inside D'Arena#33 Nigerian Mental Health - with Chime AsonyeIn this episode, we are honored to host Chime Asonye, the visionary founder of Nigerian Mental Health, an organization committed to transforming mental health care in Nigeria. Join us as we dive deep into Chime's journey, the establishment of Nigerian Mental Health, and the impactful work being done by the organization to improve mental health outcomes in the country.
Chime Asonye's dedication to mental health advocacy has paved the way for significant advancements in the field. We explore the pivotal role Nigerian Mental Health played in the recent historical passage of the Mental Health...
2023-07-241h 18
Inside D'Arena#32 Grieving the 9-to-5: Navigating Grief After Job Loss - with Aanu Jide-OjoIn this episode, we delve into the profound emotional journey that follows the loss of a job and explore empowering strategies to heal, rebuild, and reenter the job market with renewed purpose.
Our guest, Aanu Jide-Ojo, a renowned clinical psychologist and founder of UsTherapy, joins us to share her expertise and insights on navigating the emotional landscape after job loss. With compassion and understanding, she guides us through the intricacies of grief, self-reflection, and personal growth that arise during this challenging period.
Drawing from her extensive experience, Aanu provides valuable strategies to manage and process complex emotions. She emphasizes...
2023-07-1049 min
Inside D'Arena#31 Postpartum Challenges: Navigating Postpartum Depression in Nigeria - with Onyedikachi Ekwerike, Ph.D.In this episode, we delve into the world of Postpartum Challenges and the transformative work of the "Postpartum Support Network Africa". Our special guest Onyedikachi Ekwerike, Ph.D. , the organization's founder, shares his personal journey and the inspiration behind the creation of this remarkable nonprofit organization.
Join us as we uncover the primary goals and objectives of the "Postpartum Support Network Africa" and explore the challenges of addressing postpartum depression in Nigeria. We discussed common challenges faced by new parents during the postpartum period, the impact of postpartum depression on families, the importance of seeking help and t...
2023-07-0354 min
Inside D'Arena#30 The Intersection of Mental Health and The Justice System - with Jenny OkoloIn this episode, we delve into the connection between mental health and the criminal justice system. Our esteemed guest, Jenny Okolo, a seasoned occupational therapist working with the NSH and founder of SASA Mental Health, shares invaluable firsthand experiences from her work within prisons and hospitals. Through Jenny's unique insights, we gain a deep understanding of this complex intersection. Together, we explore the transformative power of empathy in both shaping lives and preventing individuals with mental health conditions from entering the justice system. Additionally, we discuss effective prevention strategies, the power of collaborative approaches, and the significance of fostering...
2023-06-141h 01
Inside D'Arena#29 Surviving Heartbreak: Navigating Grief After a Relationship Ends - with Aanu Jide-OjoAanu Jide-Ojo, the founder of UsTherapy, is a clinical psychologist dedicated to making mental health support accessible through psychotherapy, policy, research, and education. Through her work, She merge intersectionality with client care to enable access for everyone, and create safe spaces for healing, openness, and vulnerability in healthy ways.
"Surviving Heartbreak: Navigating Grief After a Relationship Ends" is the first episode of our four-part grief series. Join us as we dive deep into the challenges and emotions that arise when a relationship comes to an end. In this episode, we explore strategies for coping with heartbreak and finding healing. please...
2023-05-151h 05
Inside D'Arena#28 Productivity and Personal Growth - with Nurain Takuma
Nurain Takuma is a Youtuber, podcaster and content creator. He share innovative, actionable & science-based ideas that can be used in everyday life and help us live happier, healthier and more meaningful lives. His work revolves around the question, “How can we better our lives?” It focuses on topics ranging from self-improvement and mindset to healthy living, philosophy, productivity, and a lot more.
Nurain's Website: https://nuraintakuma.net/
Nurain's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@NurainTakuma
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Nurain's Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nuraintakuma_
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2023-04-181h 36
Inside D'Arena#27 - Understanding Autism - with Ehimwenma Bello-osagieEhimwenma Bello-Osagie is an entrepreneur, fitness consultant, and autism advocate.
Ehimwenma is an autism advocate, podcaster, and creator of the animation for Autism Help Forums (WIP). However, more importantly, she’s a wife and a mom to 2 beautiful girls and an amazing boy on the autism spectrum.
Her philosophy is that only when people can understand and relate will they become truly Autism Aware. She believes that as Autism and Special Needs Parents, sharing our stories is the best way to educate the public as well as other people within the Autism and Special Needs community.
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2023-04-031h 24
Inside D'Arena#26 - Anti Suicide Squad - with Dare AsobeleDare Asobele is a Lawyer, Humanitarian, and Founder/Project Manager of Executives Helping Initiative and Anti-Suicide and Depression Squad.
February 17th, 2023 marked the 10th anniversary of his amazing work in the humanitarian and mental health space, his Organizations have provided access to mental health services, supported humanitarian efforts in crisis zones, and so much more. on this episode, Dare talked about the power of collaboration, innovation, and persistence
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2023-03-201h 05
Inside D'Arena#25 - Importance of Child Therapy - with Naja’atu Garba Ahmed & Augustina OkpechiNaja’atu Garba Ahmed is clinical psychologist who obtained her Bachelor’s in Psychology and Masters in clinical psychology in India. She has an array of experiences in the clinical field as she has worked with individuals with mental health issues / disorders from diverse backgrounds and age groups both in Nigeria & India, provided Psychological First Aid, conducted standardised assessments and provided necessary treatment plans. She plays a role in allowing room for emotional ventilation, crisis support, guidance & problem solving, promoting wellness in the lives of Individuals.
Augustina Okpechi is project manager with a Bachelor’s in Communication from the University of Nig...
2022-11-251h 22
Inside D'Arena#24 - 2022 Nigeria Floods - with Dr. Chukwudi NjokuDr. Chukwudi Njoku is a geography and environmental Consultant, an environmentalist, and a conflict analyst. He uses his background and expertise to provide solutions to social, economic, and environmental problems. He has a Ph.D. in Population and Development Studies from the University of Calabar. He has also published his research findings widely on issues like climate change, conflicts, flood-risk vulnerability, access to water, and health care, among others. Chukwudi has been opportune to contribute to prestigious conferences like the Globelics in Ghana, the NetSci-X in Japan, the United Nations University Merit’s Model-based Evidence on Innovation and Development (MEIDE) co...
2022-11-1754 min
Inside D'Arena#23 - Finding Closure - with Abisoye FadayiroAbisoye Fadayiro is a Professional Baker, She’s the brain behind Etcetera òníkéèkì. She is also a widowed mom who was wrongfully accused of being responsible for the death of her husband and was not allowed to attend her husband's funeral.
She shares her story about struggling to find closure after the death of her husband and how it's been 15 years since he died and she still does not know where her husband was buried.
2022-11-101h 21
Inside D'Arena#22 - Waiting Gracefully - with Bunmi OduahBunmi Oduah is a relationship expert, teacher, and author of Waiting Gracefully. As a woman who waited many years to get married, she knows first-hand the highs and lows of being single.
That is why she helps high-achieving women who want to get married to wait gracefully and enjoy being single. Through her book and digital programs, she helps single women love themselves, enjoy their single days, and prepare for their marriage.
After a decade-long career as a regulator, she hung up her boots and built a platform for single women. Every week, she equips and supports over 13,000 women in v...
2022-10-271h 47
Inside D'Arena#21 - Importance of Sleep: Kids & Adults - with Temi OlajideTEMI OLAJIDE is a Parenting Coach, Certified Child Psychologist, Child Sleep/Potty Training Consultant and Nigeria’s first Child Sleep Consultant. She's the founder of Mummyclinicc, which hosts an online platform that provides strategies and result-driven solutions to the challenges of child rearing in the digital age.
The organization help mothers to successfully combine the requirements of life and motherhood while responding correctly to the peculiarities of the digital age. She has successfully worked with over 5000 African mothers across the world with note-worthy testimonials. She is the Co-founder of Association of Child Sleep Consultants of Nigeria and a Member of Int...
2022-10-131h 49
Inside D'Arena#20 - Know Yourself, Know Your Spouse - with Modupe EhirimMrs. Modupe Ehirim is the founder of and the Lead Counsellor at The Right Fit Marriage Academy. Using the 5-step The Right Fit Marriage Process, Mrs. Modupe Ehirim guides married people to intentionally design and build healthy and long-lasting marriages.
She is a Certified SYMBIS (Save Your Marriage Before It Starts) Facilitator. She is also a Certified Family Systems Engineering Practitioner. She is the author of "Marriage is NOT a Trap", a book that helps its readers to gain deeper insights into what makes a marriage work.
2022-10-062h 01
Inside D'Arena#19 - Middle Ground - Benjamin HundeyinBenjamin Hundeyin is a Nigerian police superintendent. He is the incumbent Public Relations Officer of the Lagos State Police Command.
He holds a BA (Hons) in the English Language from Lagos State University, an MSc in Legal Criminology & Security Psychology from the University of Ibadan, a Certificate in Civil-Military Coordination from the Martin Luther Agwai International Leadership and Peacekeeping Training Centre, Jaji, Kaduna State.
He is equally an Associate of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), a Member of the International Public Relations Association (IPRA,) and an Associate of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria (CIPM).
2022-09-291h 22
Inside D'Arena#18 - My ADHD Story - with LovelynLovelyn is a self-taught artist who is on the journey of exploring the positive limits of an ADHD life. She was diagnosed with inattentive ADHD in 2018, and she finally understood why she was constantly feeling inadequate and had a hard time completing tasks. On the other hand, the diagnosis made her have a better understanding of herself and now She works to create more awareness that living an enjoyable life with ADHD is possible.
2022-09-0146 min
Inside D'Arena#17 - Therapy in Nigeria - with AanuThe "Therapy in Nigeria" Episode features Aanu, a writer, clinical psychologist, and the founder of UsTherapy, with a goal to make mental health support accessible through psychotherapy, policy, research, and education. Through her work, she merges intersectionality with client care to enable access for everyone, and create safe spaces for healing, openness, and vulnerability in healthy ways.
2022-08-111h 09
Inside D'Arena#16 - Trust the Process - with Akin AyodeleThe "Trust the Process" Episode features Akinola James Ayodele, a former American football linebacker in the National Football League (NFL) he was a linebacker for the Jacksonville Jaguars, Dallas Cowboys, Miami Dolphins, and Buffalo Bills.
He was drafted by the Jacksonville Jaguars in the third round of the 2002 NFL Draft. He played college football at Purdue.
2022-08-0457 min
Inside D'Arena#15 - Resilience - with Ekpe UdohThe "Resilience" Episode features Ekpe Udoh, who was selected with the sixth overall pick in the 2010 NBA draft by the Golden State Warriors, is a Nigerian-American professional basketball player who currently plays for Virtus Bologna of the Italian LBA. He played college basketball at Michigan Wolverines and the Baylor Bears.
2022-07-2852 min
Inside D'Arena#14 - My Reality - with Oluwamodupe AbuA son or daughter caring for an aging parent, a parent caring for a child who is ill, a spouse caring for a spouse, a friend caring for another friend in need, a paid caregiver. Caregivers come in many different forms, all caregiver roles are equally important, and they may also be equally stressful.
The responsibilities of caregivers are unique, they vary based on the needs of the people they look after, caregivers provide care for someone with an injury, illness, or disability, care can range from helping around the house to making health and financial decisions, helping with activities...
2022-02-251h 22Inside D'Arena#13 - Against All Odds - with Oluwatimileyin EdwinSickle cell anemia is one of a group of disorders known as sickle cell disease. Sickle cell anemia is an inherited red blood cell disorder in which there aren't enough healthy red blood cells to carry oxygen throughout your body.
Normally, the flexible, round red blood cells move easily through blood vessels. In sickle cell anemia, the red blood cells are shaped like sickles or crescent moons. These rigid, sticky cells can get stuck in small blood vessels, which can slow or block blood flow and oxygen to parts of the body.
There's no cure for most people with sickle...
2022-02-181h 08Inside D'Arena#12 - Humanizing Disability - with Benedicta Oyedayo OyewoleAbout one in every eight Nigeria families live with at least one form of disability. Statistics show that about 25millions of Nigerians have a disability and they are faced with a different number of abuse, molestation, lack of access to health care, accommodation among others. It's very expensive and difficult to live without support from families or the government. The situation in Nigeria is not encouraging as disabled people most times struggle for what should have been free for them, the society is meant to be equal across the board.
We all talk about a just and fair world but t...
2022-02-111h 07Inside D'Arena#11 - Road to RecoveryDrug addiction, also called substance use disorder, is a disease that affects a person's brain and behavior and leads to an inability to control the use of a legal or illegal drug or medication.
Drug addiction can start with experimental use of a recreational drug in social situations, and, for some people, the drug use becomes more frequent. At first, you may choose to take a drug because you like the way it makes you feel. You may think you can control how much and how often you use it. But over time, drugs change how your brain works. These ph...
2022-02-031h 01Inside D'Arena#10 - Unbroken - with Dr.(Hon) Kafayat “Kaffy” ShafauIn the Nigerian society today you're still considered a failure if you are an unmarried woman or a divorcee, unmarried or divorced women in Nigerian society has little or no value, women are made to feel worthless in the community if they find themselves in such positions as they are often seen by society as an unclaimed and degenerating commodity.
Many Nigerian women’s inordinate fear of divorce stems from the way society unfairly labels female divorcees as promiscuous, rude, or arrogant. There is no end to the uncomplimentary remarks hurled at divorced women, and in some cases, they lose fam...
2022-01-2731 minInside D'Arena#9 - The Importance of Speaking Up - with TitOluwa Sam OladapoAt least 2 in 1,000 women experience Vaginismus once in their lifetime and probably many more who may be too afraid or embarrassed to seek medical attention and help. With a 95% chance of treating the condition, it is time to talk about Vaginismus, shatter the isolation, and eliminate the pain.
Vaginismus is a condition involving an involuntary muscle spasm in the pelvic floor muscles, which results in penetration of the vagina is painful, difficult, or even impossible. This can make not only penetrative sex a problem, but also the use of tampons and medical examinations, such as smear tests.
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2022-01-2150 minInside D'Arena#8 - Perfectly Imperfect: The ResponseWe talk with a lot of people who are able to recognize that their relationship is unhealthy or even abusive, but they also believe that the abuse exists on both ends, or that both partners are at fault for the abuse, survivors of abuse who want to address concerns they have about their behaviors will often express that their relationship is mutually abusive, a concept used when describing a relationship where both partners are abusive towards one another.
But the thing about “mutual abuse” is that it doesn’t exist. Abuse is about an imbalance of power and control. In an unh...
2022-01-071h 05Inside D'Arena#7 - Perfectly ImperfectThe issue of abuse in a relationship is not debatable and should not be encouraged by any party. Individuals are built with atoms of anger but the ability to control one's anger is very important. Getting angry is not an excuse to display any form of abuse in a relationship and should be discouraged at all times.... working on one's anger is very paramount and partners should learn to listen more before acting, which saves a lot of problems. Anger no be chieftaincy title.
THE "PERFECTLY IMPERFECT" EPISODE reveals the experience of a young man with depression, anger, and his t...
2021-12-221h 05Inside D'Arena#6 - Too Young To KnowEvery child deserves to be loved, guided, and protected by all. Unfortunately, in today’s society child sexual abuse is a vice that is sadly prevalent. Parents, guardians, and caregivers who are charged with the responsibility of protecting children hardly have time for them, which makes the underaged vulnerable to harmful experiences.
Being actively involved in a child’s life can make warning signs of child sexual abuse more obvious and help the child feel more comfortable coming to you if something isn’t right. When a child knows that their voice will be heard and taken seriously, it gives them t...
2021-12-1041 minInside D'Arena#5 - CheatersTHE "CHEATERS" EPISODE Episode which features a woman in her 20's who suffered two different relationships filled with deceit, cheating, emotional abuse, blackmails, and how she was able to pull through and save herself.
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2021-12-0329 minInside D'Arena#4 - Surviving Abusive RelationshipsIt should never be in our place to judge those women who choose to remain in abusive relationships. But rather, we should try our best to understand the situation that they’re in and help steer them to safety.
THE "SURVIVING ABUSIVE RELATIONSHIP" Episode features a woman in her 20's and her story about surviving two abusive relationships.
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2021-11-2645 minInside D'Arena#3 - Finding MeaningThis episode hosted by Mrs. Bolanle Olagbemi Ajiboye a sexual violence and trauma counselor, is titled "FINDING MEANING" and features a woman in her 20's on her journey to finding meaning after a great loss.
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2021-11-1948 minInside D'Arena#2 - Understanding Mental Health - with Bolanle AjiboyeMrs. Bolanle Olagbemi Ajiboye is a sexual violence trauma counselor at a not for-profit organization. Join us on this episode we take a deep dive into a conversation about mental health.
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2021-11-1327 minInside D'Arena#1 - Accepting MortalityWhen you lose someone or something dear to you, it's natural to feel pain and grief, this episode features a man in his late 20s and his journey through the process of grief and depression. Listen in to find out how he was able to cope with grief and also his advice to people going through the same process.
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2021-11-0314 minInside D'ArenaIntroducing Inside D'Arena PodcastINSIDE D'ARENA PODCAST is a podcast that focuses on Mental Health and Wellbeing, It is a platform for people to shares their stories and experiences about mental and emotional trauma.
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