48 - How Dance Therapy Supports Mental Health ft. Carolin Zeitler

48 - How Dance Therapy Supports Mental Health ft. Carolin Zeitler

What if healing isn’t only found in words… but also in movement? 💭✨ A growing body of evidence shows that movement-based approaches can reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression while enhancing quality of life, interpersonal connection, and cognitive functioning. Building on our previous episode, we expand the conversation beyond stillness and dialogue to explore the therapeutic power of movement recognizing that the body often carries experiences that words alone cannot fully express. Join Jacqueline Owden alongside Carolin Zeitler, a dance movement therapist, as they unpack what dance movement therapy (DMT) truly entails, how it differs from conventional dance or exercise, and the underlying science that makes it an effective tool for mental health and emotional processing. If you’ve ever felt stuck in your thoughts, this conversation offers a grounded reminder that healing can also happen through the body 💃🏽🧠 🎧 Tune in to explore a nuanced and embodied pathway to mental wellbeing as we continue to break the silence in this season😎 #mentalhealth

47 - What Yoga Gets Right For Your Mental Health ft. Mwanahawa Omar

What if healing isn’t only found in words, but in movement, breath, and stillness? 🤔✨ In honor of this year’s International Yoga Day theme, “Yoga for Wellness, Wisdom, and World Peace,” we’re diving into a powerful conversation that reflects just that. In this inspiring episode, Jacqueline Owden sat down with Mwanahawa Omary, a passionate yoga teacher, to explore how yoga becomes more than just a workout but a transformative tool, especially for those navigating traumatic experiences. 🔹 Discover what yoga truly is (and what it isn’t) 🔹 Breaking the myths that keep people away 🔹 How faith, spirituality & yoga can coexist 🔹 Yoga as a tool for personal wellbeing 🔹 Simple ways to begin even if you’re skeptical If you’re curious and ready to explore this journey, connect with Hawa on Instagram @hawa_yoga 🤍 🎙 Tune in for a conversation filled with clarity, compassion, and hope.

46 - Mental Health for Healthcare Professionals

🧠✨ Mental Glow Podcast - Episode 46 ✨🧠 Join us for an empowering conversation with Dr. Deborah Nin as we explore the vital topic of mental health for healthcare professionals. 💬💙 From tackling burnout to setting healthy boundaries, Dr. Nin offers practical strategies, personal experiences, and heartfelt advice to help those who care for others also protect their own well-being. 🎧 Listen now and be part of breaking the silence on mental health in the healthcare world. #mentalglowpodcast #episode46 #DrDeborahNin #mentalhealthmatters #healthcareprofessionals #burnoutprevention #wellbeingInhealthcare

45 - Healing Money Wounds ft. Jackline Ndombele

Many of us grew up in environments where money was a taboo topic never discussed openly, often shrouded in shame. But avoiding these conversations can leave lasting wounds and fuel a scarcity mindset. In this powerful episode, we explore what it takes to shift from scarcity to abundance, starting with healing the emotional and cultural baggage we carry around money. Joined by Ms. Jackline Ndombele, who shares her personal journey, we unpack the realities of "black tax," how to set healthy financial boundaries, and why guilt-free self-care is essential. This episode is for anyone who’s ever felt ashamed talking about money and is ready to take a more mindful, intentional approach to their finances and their healing.

44 - Fatherhood Beyond Provision ft. Adinan Juma

What does fatherhood really mean beyond the role of provider?🤔 In this powerful episode, Mr. Adinan Juma offers a raw and reflective look into his personal experience of fatherhood, unpacking how societal expectations shape men’s identities and weigh on their mental health. We go deeper into the unspoken emotional labor that men often carry in silence, and explore how couples can create true partnership at home, sharing responsibilities in a way that prevents burnout on both sides. Mr. Adinan doesn’t just speak for himself; he calls on other men to break the silence, speak honestly about their struggles, and start prioritizing their own well-being for the sake of their families and themselves. If you’ve ever wondered how fathers are navigating the pressures of parenting, provision, and emotional presence all at once this episode is not to be missed.