Adulting Anonymous Podcast: Recent Episodes
Kudzai Mavetera
A podcast about navigating everyday life as an adult. We can handle it, we are all adults...or are we?
Fathers are often unsung heroes, shaping our lives in ways we may not fully realize until later years. In this special Father's Day episode, we delve into the profound impact fathers have on their children's lives.
Join me as I reflect on the man I proudly called 'dad' and celebrate his influence on my life. Through his teachings and his character, he has shaped who I am and how I navigate the world.
Reflecting on fathers' roles, we acknowledge their profound impact on their children's upbringing, from imparting wisdom to demonstrating love. Through personal anecdotes, I'll explore how my dad's presence shaped my identity and journey. I'll also invite my siblings and community to share their perspectives, enriching our understanding of our dad's significance. Amidst the Rising Strong process, we confront moments like losing our dad, which, while challenging, ultimately strengthen our resilience and appreciation for life's fragility.As Father's Day approaches, take the time to embrace your dad and express gratitude for all that he is. From all of us here, happy Father's Day.
Are you tired of recycling goals year in and year out? Tried the 'SMART' method and still find yourself nowhere close to where you want to be?
In today's episode I share 3 important things to incorporate to make attempting your goals easier and more realistic.
These coaching tools will change the way you think about your goals and equip you for success.
If you are tired of stagnation and would like to finally get started on the goals you set out to achieve in January, this one is for you!
Welcome back, We are back for what I would like to say Season 3.
The 'birthday reflection bug' caught me and in today's episode I am reflecting on things I have done well, things I have learnt and things I will be doing better as a 30 something year old babe.
I discuss how I have handled my career, friendships, finances and other spheres while doing what I do best, laughing at myself! Tune into this wholesome packed episode and share it with your community.
Lase episode of the year and we are signing out by committing to boundary setting in the smallest of ways during this holiday season! Tune in for a much needed pep talk...
Send dilemmas/questions to: adultinganonymous00@gmail.com
How do you deal with disappointment? Who do you turn to and how do you pick yourself up again? In his episode we delve deep into our personal encounters with disappointment and discuss when God was our first point of call/solution and when He wasn't (cheers to knowing better).
In this episode we discuss the ugly necessity that is change. We took it to the Instagram streets to get our listeners relationship with change and incorporated some responses. We discuss the 4 stages of unexpected change, the benefits of embracing change and improving our relationship with change.
The pressure is getting worser! As we enter the last few weeks of the year, most of us will find ourselves spectators of others' highlighted success. While this is great, many of us don't have a degree, car,house to flaunt so lets redefine success and kill the biggest thief in the room: comparison. In this episode we reflect on the year that was, with tips from Pearl Linda, our resident therapist on how to change your inner voice, bounce back from mistakes and practice self compassion.
We all wish we had a big sister/brother equivalent to ask questions and assist in facing and overcoming the challenges we experience in and out of the boardrooms right?
Well, wish no more, in this episode our host KM, sits with Evita Nyandoro a CA(SA), ICAEW, Author of Transcend (and many other awesome titles) to get the tips and tricks on how to win in your career. For the corporate babies, if you've ever wondered how to achieve the 'B' (alance) word, or asked yourself if networking is necessary, how to bounce back from negative performance feedback, prioritizing your mental health as an ambitious individual and so much more... This episode is for YOU!
Todays episode is a special one as I have my mom as a guest. In this episode we discuss the dynamics of parent/ child relationships by making reference to our own relationship. We also explore the effect her relationship with her mom had on her as she transitioned into motherhood.
This episode is an opportunity for healing relationships. Such a fun conversation which highlights where and how both parents and children can do better in showing up in their respective roles.
On todays episode , we explore the importance of fathers in society. Our guest Rea Mohapi talks about how he grew up without knowledge that the individuals whom he had referred to as parents weren’t actually his parents. He then embarked on a journey to look for his dad , which birthed rejection and other traumas. We discuss managing rejection, healing and the power that lies in deciding to not stay in one’s brokenness through actively pursuing a future that is better than the reality we were brought up in.
This week we are talking all things fitness. It's been a month since we (re)committed to our fitness goals (new year, new you- right?), and our host KM and guest CoachKaybee are here to assist in ensuring we stay oncourse. This lengthy episode includes a discussion on the business side of being a personal trainer followed by a discussion on how to master personal discipline when it comes to staying healthy (physical&nutrion wise). Our guest is full of optimism and its impossible to listen to him without feeling inspired and fuelled to tackle physical fitness and life in general. Enjoy!
Happy new year! We are starting off the year with an episode on coaching. In this episode host, KM sits with Adeline Beukes a certified integral coach, and they discuss their coaching experience.
This reflection on their experience touches on a range of topics like learning about the way we perceive the world, self awareness, imposter syndrome, and the importance of journaling. If you need a nudge to kickstart your journey to a better you, this is the conversation to listen to.
In this episode we discuss all things men's mental health with podcaster, father & attorney, Nkululeko Tselane. Having lived with depression since the tender age of 13, Nkululeko lets us in on his journey. In addition to his personal journey with depression we discuss the stigma around men's mental health and ways in which women can cultivate conducive environments for men to speak out on their challenges. Nkululeko also lets us in on his coping mechanisms and briefly discusses parenthood whilst living with depression. While this is a light hearted conversation, it was necessary to spotlight the topic to encourage anyone who might find themselves in a similar situation to seek the necessary help in whatever form.
We are back and the category is self healing and self correcting.
In the interest of not being comfortable in our brokenness, in this episode our host, KM is joined by Mrs Pearl Linda, a therapist and social worker to discuss attachment styles and how our awareness of them can aid our relationships.
Together they discuss the 4 attachment styles, how to work your way through to a secure attachment style, and how to ensure your relationships flourish despite the involved parties’ differences.
This episode will enlighten you and bring clarity to how you relate to others. It will also assist in raising your self awareness game to ensure you’re empowered to show up as your best healed self in every encounter.
"Adult friendships are hard" sounds familiar? Many of us struggle with this especially into our adult years. In this episode we discuss forming and maintaining friendships, conflict resolution, the green and red flags in friendships! While the term friendship is thrown around loosely, many aren't experiencing the benefits that come with deep friendships. We hope this episode will nudge you to reach out to a friend who is dear to you :)
Still in the month of love, in this episode we hear what the guys had to say about dating and everything in between.
In this episode, we asked our listeners to give us dating tips! This episode has NB do's and dont's for those currently in the dating scene.A lighthearted and fun conversation, but also very helpful.
Have you listened to the latest episode yet? How are you doing with your New Years goals? Listen to the latest episode for help on how to stay on track.
It would be an injustice to skip the 'New year New me' trend, so we jumped on the bandwagon. A few tips that we can all use to ensure we stay committed to the intentions and goals we are eagerly setting. Happy 2022 !!
In this episode, we discuss navigating romantic relationships from a God's girl perspective. Lebo, a worship leader and graphic designer, takes us through her marriage, divorce and dating phase post divorce. A vulnerable conversation that will aid in navigating your relationships, assist in picking yourself up after a huge blow and staying graceful. We end off with good old advice to both men and women who are trying to succeed in this area of their lives.
In this episode, Nqobi breaks down what personal development is, it's different facets and the role being intentional with her personal development has played in her journey.
Aaaand there's a new segment on the pod. Think you're empathetic? Listen to Kue and the guest decide whether or not other adults are worth 'saving' - things go from 0 - 100 real quick in this informative yet fun episode.
In this episode we sit with CEO of Bulelwa's Home Deliveries, Melisa Sithole. She made a move from corporate and built a business in 4 months! She talks about how she built her e-commerce business, what it costs , the ups and downs and so much more.
This is a story of boldness courage and perseverance. If you are looking for a reason to ‘bet on yourself’ this episode is for you.
It's a new year and we are all looking for ways to be inspired set goals and tackle them. In this episode, Kudzai brings the motivation and talks about the importance of goal reflection, the vision for Adulting Anonymous, knowing your 'why' and most importantly remembering it. If you are a person who abandons their goals mid year when the hype of a new season has died down- this episode is for you!
2020 has been a year of loss- AA sits with Attorney Masego Mangadi to discuss how we can structure our affairs to contribute to smooth proceedings surrounding death. We discuss what makes a valid will, the importance of a will and many other issues surrounding deceased estates.
Elinah Mangena tells AA her story on how she moved from corporate to become a self taught make up artist with a thriving business that has become her reason to wake up every morning. If you’re an aspiring entrepreneur/ creative or would like to learn a new skill this episode is for you.
An interview with Dr Tadala dissecting the role health plays in the empowerment of women. We talk reproductive health, domestic violence and the importance of understanding your body as a woman. We can’t take up space if our health is not taken care of, this episode covers all these aspects.
Ever wondered how working wives with kids ‘do it all’? Dima chats to us about being a triple threat in the Bedroom Boardroom and the Nursery. She shares her success habits which assist her in juggling everything. This fun episode will leave you in stitches and will no doubt leave you empowered to slay dragons.
Young Human Rights Lawyer of the year 2019 Paidamoyo Saurombe talks to us on the #zimbabweanlivesmatter movement and why it’s important for women to speak up. Paida recently represented Fadzai Mahere and other citizens who have spoken up against the regime. We profile the women at the forefront of this movement & dive into why it’s important for women to speak up and their importance in creating a conducive society for all.
2017's Youngest female Phd graduate in Africa shares her journey on achieving this accolade. She speaks on embracing one's path , debugging the myths around being overqualified and the importance of Education and its role in empowering women.
We sit down with personal finance blogger Aaminah Masauso who lets us in on tips on how to have better relationships with our finances while answering all your finances related questions.
To wrap up mental health awareness month we sat down with a psychologist Dr Lize Wolfaardt, who talked us through how to maintain ones mental health by highlighting the causes of mental illnesses in the midst of the pandemic while giving us tips on how to stay above it.
Dr Lize is a psychologist with practices in Johannesburg and is passionate about helping people maintain sound and healthy minds.
We have a new segment on the podcast! Our host, Kudzai goes solo and takes us through her experience with mental health, being in lock down alone and how your talents can contribute to your mental well being.
In this conversation, Shanim Katha, a Qualified Wellness Expert and health coach, lets us in on how to practice mindfulness in the pursuit of a better state of mental wellbeing. If you struggle with anxiety, maintaining your peace and setting boundaries (among others) this conversation is for you! We learn the art of achieving a healthy mind and happier you!
P.s apologies for the bad sound. The content was too good to let this go, also...due to Covid 19 lockdown we could not record it again.
Grief : the inevitable event that demands to be dealt with. Siya shares his experience with loss by letting us in on the emotions and family dynamics that result after you lose a beloved one to death. He also shares profound lessons he has learnt that we can all adapt. A fun conversation tackling an important topic with humour and grace.
The Young Christian's Guide to Everything adulting featuring Ps Wayne Chaff and Ps Janice Chaff
Kingsley, a single guy let's us in on his experiences with love and sheds clarity on the myths about women taking charge in the 'Leap Year'.
Kingsley, a single guy let's us in on his experiences with love and sheds clarity on the myths about women taking charge in the 'Leap Year'