Beyond the Headlines with Dr Q: The Learning Edition

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This episode explores practical strategies and tools for managing mental illness, from seeking professional help to everyday self-care techniques. We talk to mental health professional Gareth Dart, who's a dedicated psychotherapist and life/ business coach with a passion for promoting mental health and destigmatizing mental illness. With over a decade of experience in training and developing counselors within the NGO sector, Gareth has a strong background in management and leadership within the health and care sector. His expertise lies in understanding neurodiversity and its impact on mental well-being. Gareth envisions a society that fosters holistic wellness as integral to everyday life, guided by a pro-social positive psychology framework.

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In this episode, Dr. Lesedi Kgatla, a Sociologist from the University of South Africa, discusses her research on the impact of social media on our mental health and shares her deeply personal mental health journey. Her candidness and openness in sharing her experiences create a sense of connection and empathy. During the conversation, I referred to her publication titled "My Journey in Researching Depression among Black People: Experiences of a Researcher in a Sensitive Study," It can be accessed through the following link: https://nsuworks.nova.edu/tqr/vol29/iss4/12/    

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Lerato Morathi, Divisional Manager: HR Business Partnering at Discovery Limited, discusses how individuals experiencing mental health disorders can navigate challenges in the workplace. He emphasizes the importance of seeking support from HR and utilizing company resources like employee assistance programs. Morathi advises open communication with supervisors to manage workload and expectations effectively. By fostering a supportive environment and encouraging self-care, Morathi highlights the potential for individuals to thrive professionally while managing their mental health.

FYI: If you are based in South Africa and feel that you may be going through a mental breakdown and may be in need of assistance, you can contact the South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG). Full details available on the following website:  https://www.sadag.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=11&Itemid=114.  

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Today, Dr Scruffie is joined by five of his #friends from different parts of the world. Each one of them had an opportunity to ask any three questions.

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In this episode, Leroy Marc sheds some light on spirituality as it relates to ubungoma, an innate calling and ancestral gift one is often born with.

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In this episode, we are joined by the multitalented creative artist Kgopotso Seth Chawane. Chawane shares his journey in the #entertainment industry and
explains how to succeed in this highly competitive space. His most recent TV
shows include #skeemsaam and #generationsthelegacy. In addition to his creative
endowment, Kgopotso is a qualified #attorney and #journalist 

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Stakeholder Relations Manager,  Ntombozuko Mbuzwana, shares the reason why Non-Profit Organisations like Dare to Dream (which she represents) empower young women and what this means for a boy child. 

As you enjoy this episode and if you believe in building social justice, please reach out to the Dare to Dream Foundation and make a donation so that they can assist more children in previously disadvantaged communities.  For more details, visit their website at  https://www.daretodream.site/ or send them a message of Facebook   https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100071123415959&mibextid=LQQJ4d 

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Dr Ongama Mtimka explains the importance of voting ahead of South Africa's national elections. The focus is mainly on the younger generation (1994-2006) who were born into democracy and have not been actively engaged in the previous elections. According to some young people that I've had conversations with, the reason for not participating in the elections is because they believe that the system is flawed and does not benefit young people and the previously disadvantaged citizens of the country. 

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In this episode, I continue my conversation with Siphokazi Tau. An African Feminist who believes that women neither belong in institutions of higher learning nor do they have a voice. 

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In this episode, I am joined by Siphokazi Tau – A scholar in gender politics and one of the most phenomenal thinkers I know. Siphokazi identifies as an African Feminist. She recently published a paper on women leaders in the institutions of higher learning where she argues that the space is not particularly designed for them as it is designed on the principles of whiteness and patriarchy. Thus, this conversation is rooted on leadership and women leaders in academia. However, it goes beyond that. If the intersectionality of class, gender and race fascinates you, this episode is for you. 

I hope you enjoy it!

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