Ep39 - Highlights from the First Hekaya Haven Hangout | The Plan Actually Left the Group Chat

Ep39 - Highlights from the First Hekaya Haven Hangout | The Plan Actually Left the Group Chat

What started as a simple idea and a hope to bring people together finally became a room full of laughter, stories, games, honest conversations and genuine connection. In this episode, I'm sharing highlights from the very first Hekaya Haven Hangout. You'll hear bits and pieces from the afternoon, from honest conversations and playful moments to laughter, reflections and the beautiful energy that filled the room. If you were there, this is a little trip back to an afternoon we'll be talking about for a long time. And if you weren't, consider this your invitation to the next one. Thank you for proving that meaningful connection is still possible and that sometimes, the best plans really do leave the group chat. 💚 I'd love to connect with you on the gram [https://www.instagram.com/hekayahaven/]

Ep38 - The Father Wound & Masculinity Through The Polygamist | The Making of Jonasi

The Polygamist felt less like fiction and more like a mirror. In this episode, we explore the making of Jonasi and unpack men’s mental health, childhood conditioning, masculinity and generational patterns through the world of the series. Let's connect on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/hekayahaven/]

Ep37 - The Half Marathon Debrief & A Hekaya Haven Hangout Invite

A quick catch-up episode where I debrief my half marathon experience at the Nairobi City Marathon, reflect on everything the race brought up for me and give you the final nudge to join us at the Hekaya Haven Hangout this weekend. Consider this your friendly reminder that tickets are still available and I'd love to see you there. 🫶🏾✨ Secure your spot here 🎟️ [https://events.gig.co.ke/event/gev_1211/ticket?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQPOTM2NjE5NzQzMzkyNDU5AAGnSzIE5i-tHm3zc4LFMIUWVqQZ0DXDMpQeEfs_v5PxaW9Auo71BMB39T8D5H0_aem_l_wc0yFY5-1_ZXm0-g21vg] Let's connect on Insta [https://www.instagram.com/hekayahaven/]

Ep36 - Things I’m Learning & Unlearning in Therapy | Up Close & Personal

In this deeply personal episode, Hekaya (I am she) opens up about her journey with therapy, mental health, self-awareness and the often uncomfortable process of learning and unlearning. After years of doing the inner work through books, podcasts, online resources and intentional self-reflection, I found herself confronting a difficult truth: awareness alone was no longer enough. From unpacking my relationship with work and productivity, to confronting the reality of rest, community, emotional survival and the inner critic we rarely speak about out loud, this episode is an honest reflection on what healing can actually look like in real time. This conversation also builds on previous mental health conversations on the podcast including Episode 28 with Nassim, psychologist, mental health advocate and founder of HUGs Organisation, and Episode 11 with Rix Poet on men’s mental health, vulnerability and emotional wellbeing. This is not an episode from a professional or expert. It is simply one person sharing what they are currently learning while trying to navigate life a little more gently and intentionally. If you have ever felt exhausted despite being self-aware, struggled with rest, tied your worth to productivity, or found yourself quietly carrying things alone, this conversation might sit with you for a while. Referenced Episodes: Episode 28 with Nassim: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6E53qw2lXSC48uRDHqtYtL?si=HG7hf8pVRSit0lvPVnUyXQ Episode 11 with Rix Poet: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3fke5Vm31TZXswMpcyKorT?si=FzZ6xs-aRvmxWZgBgiYdIw Episode 25 with Shyko: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3MlHwCjl72jBYeF8QRvJYd?si=Ify8D3R9S7WZGQEum_yR7Q ✨ Hekaya Haven Community Pop-Up Hangout Join us for our very first Hekaya Haven community gathering on Saturday, 13th June from 2PM to 8PM at The Daily Café, Sarit Centre [https://maps.app.goo.gl/aLzmB3D44yu7m2et7], Westlands. Expect meaningful conversations, fun activities and beautiful connections. Grab your tickets here: Ticket Link [https://gig.co.ke/event/gev_1211/ticket]

Ep35 - Our First HYROX Debrief: From the Adrenaline Highs & Teamwork… to the Near Emotional Collapse

After months of training, suffering, teamwork and questioning our life choices mid-workout, we finally stepped onto the HYROX field on Saturday, 9th May. In this episode, we unpack the full race day experience: from the adrenaline highs and incredible team moments to the brutal stations that tested us mentally and physically. We talk about what surprised us, what pushed us, what nearly broke us and of course… the infamous wall ball that almost brought tears to the scene. A raw, funny, honest recap of what it really felt like to take on our first HYROX and muhimu is… we saw it through. 🎙️ Let's connect on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/hekayahaven/]