The Invisible Crisis

S2 E8: What is Self-Care and who is That Girl?

How can we make self-care more accessible? Who is 'That Girl' and why do we have to become her? This week I speak with Hafsa Issa-Salwe who is the host of Mind Pretty Soul, the podcast that talks about that which gives you peace of mind, keeps you looking pretty, and makes your soul sing. Hafsa shares her mental health journey with me in a candid conversation and how she is now approaching life. She also shares with me what self-care means to her and how we can shape the idea of self-care to make it work for us and our circumstances.  Finally, That Girl has been trending on TikTok so we dive deep into this trend and discuss how social media, money, and optimization has commodified self-care. Listen to Mind Pretty Soul: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Y8ylDPGXaaE4cDzg8JHCi?si=f57631cf180d4015 Follow Mind Pretty Soul on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindprettysoul/?hl=en Follow Hafsa Issa-Salwe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hafsaisalwe/?hl=en Follow The Invisible Crisis Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theinvisiblecrisispod/?hl=en Follow The Invisible Crisis Podcast on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@invisiblecrisispodcast

S2 E7: How to start your fitness journey with a Chronic Illness

I talk to Nkechi from Sickle Fitness. Nkechi is a London-based health and fitness blogger who shares her journey with fitness while also managing a chronic illness. I know from first-hand experience that this is a fine line to walk as a gym session can sometimes lead to a hospital admission. However, as a society, our lifestyles have become increasingly sedentary, so it’s important to make sure that we’re taking care of our bodies through movement while also not pushing it beyond its limits. Today Nkechi and I talk about getting that balance right and her journey so far. Follow Nkechi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sicklefitkech/ Follow The Invisible Crisis Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theinvisiblecrisispod

S2 E6: Can you be Happy and Single?

Jordan and I speak about entering our 30s single and how our dating lives have changed over the years. We also discuss happiness and try to understand the different ways you bring happiness into your life. Can you be single and happy? We definitely think so! Jordan is a London based graphic designer, exhibition fanatic, and good friend. Join us for this candid conversation on our experiences dating in London and how race can impact your dating app experience. Connect with Jordan: https://www.jordanenaboifo.com/ Follow The Invisible Crisis Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theinvisiblecrisispod/ Follow The Invisble Crisis Podcast on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@invisiblecrisispodcast

S2 E5: How we can use creativity to tell our most difficult stories

Today we're talking about using creativity to tell our most difficult stories. Kashif Boothe is a writer, producer, and director who shares his take on representation in media and the importance of seeing diverse stories - race, gender, and ability. Connect with Kashif Boothe - https://www.kashifboothe.co.uk/ Follow Kashif Boothe on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thekashifboothepodcast/ Follow The Invisible Crisis Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theinvisiblecrisispod/

S2 E4: How to manage your mental health while living abroad

Moving abroad and becoming can impact your mental health in unexpected ways. You may be faced with times of loneliness, homesickness, and FOMO as you forge out a new life for yourself. In this episode, I talk with Christine about moving from Toronto to London and her self-care rituals that have helped her manage her mental health abroad. Follow The Invisible Crisis Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theinvisiblecrisispod/