Emotional Me

The lifestyle change, costant concern for wellbeing of the child and increased financial obligations are just a few items added to the daily to do list once one becomes a parent. These may be overwhelming mentally and its effects spilling over to spheres of work and relationships. Follow experiences of a new parent Rehema Busch on this episode, as she shares challenges and what helped her navigate and adapt to the new lifestyle as a parent. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/emotionalme/message

On this episode: Pius Makwandi, Co-Founder of a Business consulting firm; Ubuntu Impact, shares the symptomps of a workplace culture lacking Emotional Intelligence, its impacts and where to start in introducing elements of EQ in a workplace culture. Then explores how exactly EQ helps in boosting productivity and mental wellbeing of workers. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/emotionalme/message

There is much to learn about Resilience from the journey of Tega Jasson who is a guest on this episode. He is a businessman who reached a point of exporting goods outside Tanzania and operating a business worth hundred thousands of dollars. But, it all collapsed through changes in Government policies and COVID-19 which left Jasson at the rock bottom with only one option; to be Resilient and navigate through the situation. On this episode, he shares extensively exactly what helped him mentally and emotionally to cope and remain Resilient throughout that situation. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/emotionalme/message

The Child Psychologist Hussein Mshunga and a mother to an Autistic Child Cecylia Mesh share useful insights on what Autism is and how to create conducive environment for an Autistic child to learn and develop in areas of communication and social interactions as a way of enabling them to showcase their talents and share their dreams with the world. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/emotionalme/message

High productivity is what is required of workers in workplaces. But, there are different factors that may drive workers to lose interest and motivation to go above and beyond in search of results that will propel the organization to greater heights. Instead, they find comfort in simply putting in a minimum effort just enough to avoid getting fired but nowhere near their best. Join the Human Resources Manager Juliana Peter from Niajiri Platform on this episode, as she explores the driving factors towards the state of quiet quitting in workplaces. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/emotionalme/message

Life can be tiresome and we all could use a rest every now and then. But, what kind of rest is perfect for your situation? Join Mental Health mentors Jacqueline Balige and Felix Massinda from Mentify Tz on this episode, as they explore different kinds of rest and suggest actions that are synonymous with those types of rest. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/emotionalme/message

Join a Counselling Psychologist Bosco Bosco alongside a Research Psychologist Jeniffer Mashaka both from Mental Health Tanzania as they share insights on exactly what Mental Health is about, the distinctive features of mental health issues and mental illnesses. More importantly, helpful lifestyle adjustments of value to your mental wellbeing. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/emotionalme/message

So many insights to learn from on this episode as the Hope Whisperer and Registered Counselling Psychologist; Amaechi Nduka-Agwu answers listeners' questions regarding a neurological condition that leads to difficulties in regulating emotions known as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

Passion can inspire creativity, resilience and consistence in each of us, once we discover it and learn to leverage it. This episode brings together the experiences of an education specialist Rehema Busch and experienced actor from Jambo na Vijambo series, Mzome wa Mzome in exploring how to discover, narture and leverage passion. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

Although emotions remain to only be data rather than directives, they largely do influence choices and decisions which shape our life stories. There is much to learn on this episode, as an experienced visual artist; Nicodemus Zebedayo shares how emotions have shaped his life journey as an artist. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

There is a reason behind everything and each being lives to serve or fulfil a purpose. Question is, how does one discover their purpose? Follow the story of a Social Worker, Sizya Puya on this episode; as she shares how emotional data played a crucial role in the discovery of her purpose and how emotionally rewarding it is to live a purposeful life. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

Nations, companies, families, relationships and personal lives all require effective leadership to flourish. Join the passionate and experienced leadership trainer, Ben Owden on this episode; as he explores the role and value that emotional intelligence plays and adds in leadership. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

Athough many would do anything to avoid experiencing unpleasant emotions emanating from tough times in life, there are many lessons, skills and values that lay down a strong foundation for future success from these tough times. Follow the story of an International Film producer from TAI Studios, Mr Gwamaka Mwabuka on this episode as he explores how his growth in film production career is built on the back of tough times and unpleasant emotions. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

We are more likely to thrive and be our best versions in environments that we feel free and safe to express our true selves without hesitation or fear that we may get punished or taken advantage of or be in any kind of trouble. There is so much to learn from the Experienced Passionate EQ trainer and Managing Director of Lindam Group Tanzania, Zuhura Sinare Muro on this conversation; as she shares her expert knowledge and real life experiences on what Psychological Safety is, the value it can add to relationships & workplaces and the tiny steps we can start taking to welcome it in our homes, families and offices. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

There is a lot to learn from the real life experiences of a father of three and international journalist, Daniel Kijo on this episode. How self awareness, acceptance and different components of Emotional Intelligence are of great value in navigating the chronicles of Fatherhood. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

Among the most fulfilling and pleasant feelings for many are those experienced during the moment and the whole journey of being a parent and even much more a mother. A journey which is full of mixed feelings, demands and responsibilities left, right and center. This episode will take you on an emotional journey of the motherhood experience with focus being on how Emotional Intelligence adds great value in navigating motherhood based on real life examples from the Sales and Marketing professional Edith James and insights from the Counselling Psychologist Amaechi Nduka-Agwu. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

Values, customs and traditions defining what is acceptable and what is not in a certain society play a big role in influencing emotional experiences and expressions. There is a lot to learn from the cultural experiences of Bernie Mshana on this episode especially on what helps in navigating the cultural challenges for the benefit of our emotional wellbeing and mental health. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

Practising positive Affirmations is a behaviour that can help us see opportunities in each challenge, remain hopeful in adversity and be resilient even during rockbottom experiences. Listen to this episode and let the insights of the Social Psychologist Erick Bunono and real life experiences of the Afro-jazz Singer Annette Ngongi take you on an exploration journey towards what exactly are affirmations, how do they work and tiny steps you can start taking in making them part of your lifestyle. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

Motivation can always get you started on things but it is Commitment that can ensure consistency in taking those things to greater heights. This episode explores commitment in careers and romance under the guidance of the Social Psychologist, Erick Bunono and life experiences of the experienced sales person and bridegroom, Geofrey Metili. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

Putting all your guards down and letting other people into your life without fear of what may happen is what we call Trust and it is something that is first built within yourself before it can be shared to others. Listen to this episode and explore further on how to build Trust, mend it when broken and the value it can add in your life via expert insights of the Social Psychologist Erick Bunono and live examples from real life experiences of the Tech entrpreneur Alexander David Mosha. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

Emotionally; Practising Gratitude opens doors towards finding Joy, Inner Peace and Hope. This episode features real life examples from an entrepreneur Endesh Makanza and expert insights from a Counselling Psychologist Amaechi Nduka-Agwu which will guide you on creation of different tiny habits that will help you start practising Gratitude as part of your lifestyle. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

Opportunities, Blessings, Answers to our prayers and Solutions to our challenges are always delivered to us through different people, at different times and in different ways. This is what makes Networking skills so priceless. Join the experienced Legal & HR expert and the Development Psychologist on episode who will take you through the value that Emotional Intelligence adds to Networking and exactly how Emotionally Intelligent Networking looks like. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

Explore the Power of Positive Mind through the story of an Entrepreneur & Mentor Rachael Nyanchama on this episode; who grew up in a violent family, had to cross border while pregnant into a country she knew very little about, experienced betrayal which left her a single parent in a foreign country but she is able to rise above her challenges and testifies to how Positive Mind has and still is helping her navigate through life challenges. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

Empathic communication can be the difference between us attracting more positivity from our interactions and us turning even the smallest of challenges into bigger ones. This episode features the Call centre communications expert Brigitar Angelo and Development Psychologist Annie Ljungqvist who will take you through what Empathic communication is, its value in the workplace and relationships plus where to start from in communicating more empathetically. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

Impatience can be frustrating; because often times we have to face situations in life that we have no control over, at which points Patience really becomes a useful emotion & skill. Join the Communications expert Kai Mollel and the Development Psychologist Annie Ljungqvist on this episode and get to explore what Patience looks like, how to cultivate it and the value it can add different real life situations. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

One way we can stay in touch with how our realities are influencing our thoughts, emotions, actions and physical wellbeing is through Meditation. This episode will take you through what Meditation is, different ways to do it and the value it can add into our lives. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

We make countless choices and decisions each day and feeling doubtful is one common challenge in the process especially when making those important decisions and choices in our lives. This episode features a Development Psychologist and will take you through exactly how doubts can deny us opportunities as well as save us from regrettable decisions and what is helpful when feeling doubtful. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

To consistently remain productive its a must to figure out what helps you relax and recharge which may be easier physically and a puzzle mentally. With useful insights from the Development Psychologist; Annie Ljungqvist and the Experienced Marketer and Strategist; Martin Hekeno, this episode will take you through how exactly Mental Fatigue looks like and what helps in figuring out ways to recharge mentally and emotionally. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

Without awareness Trauma can be that experience that not only changes you but also defines your whole life which is sad since traumatic experiences are just like little dark spots on a huge blank paper meaning there is enough room to still write and enjoy our lives after trauma. This episode features the Solution Focused Therapist - Amaechi Nduka-Agwu who will take you through exactly what trauma looks like and more importantly how you can achieve Post Traumatic Success. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

There is a lot to learn about Bullying on this insightful conversation featuring expert guidance from a Psychotherapist Annie Ljungqvist and real life experiences on Bullying from the M&E Analyst at UNRCO Tanzania, Josephine Douglas. The effects and action steps to deal with Bullying from a young age in schools to workplaces, romantic relationships, families and social media. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

From time to time you may find yourself attributing your negative traits, thoughts and behaviours onto others whenever in an emotionally uncomfortable situation and it in those times that you may be Projecting. On this episode; while drawing useful life lessons from the emotional journey of a two times Big Brother Africa housemate, Mwisho Mwampamba you'll also get to learn more on how to overcome Projecting and how to protect yourself when facing accusations from a person who's projecting. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

Death of a loved one is such a painful and heavy experience that leaves lifelong holes in our lives. Inspired by the passing of HE John Pombe Magufuli; this episode features the Registered Counselling Psychologist and the Development Psychologist both sharing insights and expert guidance on navigating through Grief and Sadness. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

From time to time we all suffer from this progress hindering behaviour of delaying or postponing things that we know must be attended to. Guided by a Development Psychologist and a Career Coach, this episode will take you on a discovery journey; exploring exactly what fuels your Procrastination and what can you do to overcome it. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

We are surrounded by and cannot avoid interacting with others as we go about our daily routines, which makes equipping ourselves with Emotional Social Awareness which is the ability to recognise, understand and influence other people's emotions a valuable investment. This episode has all the important insights to help you explore and develop your Emotional Social Awareness. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

Ability to regulate yourself when it comes to emotions can be a life saver. This episode is packed with insights on what Emotional self regulation means, different health coping mechanisms to help you self regulate and action steps you can start taking to improve your ability to self regulate emotions. A cherry on top is learning from the life experiences on self regulation from the Manager: Training and Quality at Vodacom Tanzania PLC; Belinda Wera. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

Identifying exactly what is it that you are feeling, is the first and important step that will guide you in tracing reasons for feeling that way as well as what you should do to manage that feeling. This episode will take you through all the important bits of what Emotional Self Awareness is, how to build it and the value it will add in your life. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

Get valuable insights via this episode from Amaechi Nduka-Agwu (Registered Counselling Psychologist) and Annie Ljungqvist (Development Psychologist) on exactly what Emotional Intelligence is, what it looks like on a day to day basis, the value it can add to your life and where to start in making it part of your lifestyle. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

2020 has been an Intense year in which a lot of unexpected happen. Instead of just trying to write it off or just focus on a few moments (especially Corona effects) to define the whole year, this episode has prepared sample reflection questions which can guide you in reflecting how your year was in a way that you will get to notice and appreciate even small positive details and use them as momentum going into the new year 2021. Get the full list of questions for reflection with your loved ones at: https://explorewhatworks.com/30-questions-for-reviewing-an-unusual-year/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

Because of our daily routines and personalities, it is easy to find ourselves living our lives on autopilot mode without consciously taking time to pay attention to and participate in actions and interactions throughout the day. This has significant implications in our lives including putting our physical and emotional wellbeing at risk. This episode will take you through what Mindfulness is, why you need to make it part of your lifestyle and little action steps you can take to start making it part of your lifestyle. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

Get useful insights from Navnit Birdi (Experienced Nutritionist) on this episode; who is sharing on the healthy and emotionally intelligent eating habits which will help you reach and maintain the right weight, prevent food related lifestyle diseases such as diabetes & hypertension then more importantly build a relationship with food so that you can truly enjoy the eating experience instead of just eating to satisfy the stomach. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

Things rarely go according to our plans or according to how we would like them to and this can be so frustrating. This episode will guide you on how you can maintain Inner Peace even in chaos and alert you to the advantages you will enjoy by making Inner Peace part of your Lifestyle. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

Jealousy is another in the category of intense emotions and despite the negative connotations about it in the society still Jealousy is a very useful emotion. Listen now and gain insights on how you can start using Jealousy as a mirror to see your insecurities and different areas that you need to improve on. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

Anger is often seen by many as a bad thing but really it one of the most useful emotions if you just learn how to express it in a constructive way. This episode will help you understand exactly what makes many see anger as negative and steps you can take from now to start expressing and using anger constructively. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

A must listen for all parents and would be parents. Meet the Education Specialist on this episode, sharing useful insights on how Emotional Intelligence can be such a useful tool to help children successfully navigate through the emotional battles during their adolescence/ teenage years. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

With the ongoing Pandemic (Covid-19), social isolation/distancing is becoming a new way of life which can lead to feeling Lonely for many people. This episode discusses in depth what leads to Loneliness and what you can do to deal with it. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

A Joyful lifestyle is so rewarding to your mental health and physical wellbeing in general. This episode will take you through techniques and behaviours that are Joy friendly as well as give you expert guidance on how to go about developing those behaviours. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

Saying "i am feeling stressed" has become like an auto response to some of us coz we tend to refer to every unpleasant situation as stressful even when deep down it is not. This episode will take you through the effects of that as well as healthy and emotionally intelligent mechanisms of coping with stress. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

Meet the Childhood Development Expert on this episode who is sharing useful insights on the hands-on learning structures for Children and How parents, teachers and guardians can foster Emotional Intelligence in their Children. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

An opportunity to catch up with the insights shared by the panellists during the Emotional Me Event where the theme was "The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Professional Life." --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

To support the Suicide prevention conversations going on worldwide, this episode features real life stories and experiences on how you can be able to find Hope even in the toughest times and darkest chapters of your life. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message

Get insights on what fulfilment is, personal stories and experiences about fulfilling moments and the tool that can help you discover things that may make you feel fulfilled. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emotionalme/message