Faith X Life Conversations

International Travel During the Pandemic 2022Undertaking international travel since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic and has been no easy feat. When compared to the pre-Covid era, travel restrictions, travel bands and pre-departure Covid testing in a bid to halt the spread of the disease have made such travel seem almost impossible for many UK families. Gbenga and Selone alongside their 3 boys recently travelled across the pond from the UK to Orlando, Florida at the end of 2021. In this episode of Faith X Life Conversations, Gbenga and Selone highlight the highs and lows of international travel during a pandemic and provide practical tips to help ensure a smoother passage should you wish to journey to distant shores. We appreciate your continued support by downloading and sharing the Faith X Life Conversations Podcasts

Psychological research tells us that one of the hardest questions for human beings to answer is: “Who am I?” In our first episode of 2021 we talk through where we thought we originated, the truth as revealed by our Ancestry DNA results and what this new information about our heritage means for our self concept and lives going forward. 

2020 has undoubtedly been a year like none other in the lives of people all over the globe. Join us as we reflect honestly on the highs and lows of this year, answering difficult questions around dealing with the loss of loved ones, pondering on the notion of God's goodness in the midst of turmoil, alongside the impact of Covid-19 on our faith and way of being. We end the podcast with tips on how to keep your head above water in 2021 and beyond.

What does it mean to forgive? Are there any consequences to the self when we choose not to engage in forgiveness? Are there some things that are simply unforgivable? Do I have to forgive in order to be forgiven? How does one forgive one's self? In this episode we employ both a psychotherapeutic and biblical perspective to shed light on these burning and reoccurring questions. We believe that after listening, you will be one step closer to reaping the benefits of “Living Forgiven”. Why not share this podcast to help someone you know become unstuck in this area?

Do Black lives matter? Is the Black experience of any importance? In this episode we uncover what it has meant to be Black from our own personal experience, using the inhumane killing of George Floyd and the current unrest in society as a backdrop.With the issues of injustice in the treatment of Black people once again resurfacing, we felt it important share our thoughts, our journey, our hearts, and ultimately God's heart on our experience of being Black.

In this episode we talk openly about Breaking Cycles, specifically unpacking the notion of “Absent Father, Absent Son?” We believe it is possible to decide against reenacting damaging generational traditions and discuss our journey to getting there with tips for you to do likewise. Please like, share, comment and subscribe. God bless you always x

In this episode, we sit together to talk about counselling and psychotherapy and its perception within the ethnic minority community and amongst christians. As a psychotherapist, Selone breaks down exactly what counselling entails, outlines the benefits, whilst dispelling common myths and barriers to accessing the support needed. Since we wouldn't ignore a bleeding part of our physical body, this podcast advocates for not ignoring bleeding or illness of the mind. 

In our first podcast episode, we talk candidly about the practical ways to navigate through difficult and uncertain times, with specific reference to the current COVID-19 quarantine.Listen, share & subscribe