In the episode I go back to a painful period in my lifePieces I read in the episodehttps://medium.com/@thiskenyanwoman/living-someone-else-s-life-9ee14b30b422https://medium.com/@thiskenyanwoman/practicality-a-k-a-kicking-and-screaming-into-

EPISODE 18. What therapy will not do

Nov 22nd, 2020 19m 45s

In the episode I examine common misconceptions about therapyHELPFUL RESOURCEShttps://www.instagram.com/p/CHs3ZGMhdIZ/The podcast is available on your favourite podcast app https://www.linktr.ee/cocoabutterjunkieFollow me on the socials

EPISODE 17. The things we say to ourselves a.k.a Automatic Thoughts

Nov 15th, 2020 23m 52s

In the episode this week, let's examine how we talk to ourselves.This weeks recommendationsDr. Tracey Markshttps://youtu.be/Ux0FHPux6J0Softie The Filmhttps://youtu.be/vfKFuvjFn_4https://www.softiethefilm.com/watchThe podcast is availabl

EPISODE 16. Crazy people don't go to therapy ft. Muhu

Nov 8th, 2020 52m 9s

In the episode we talk to Muhu, a counseling psychologist about the therapy process, exploring what it is, what its not and common misconceptions about it.MTRH-Moi Teaching and Referral HospitalYou can book a session with her on +254714807447

EPISODE 15. Emotional Abuse:Examining our own toxicity

Nov 1st, 2020 24m 47s

Please take 5 mins and give me your feedback-->https://forms.gle/A2d84D8TRkxeDdUe8In the episode this week we explore emotional abuse, starting with ourselvesThis weeks recommendationsZikorahttps://www.amazon.com/Zikora-Short-Chimamanda-Ngo

EPISODE 14. A Conversation with Ama

Oct 25th, 2020 59m 42s

On the episode this week, A Conversation with AmaThis weeks recommendationsConversations with Amahttps://anchor.fm/conversationswithama/Sam Vakninhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0uM13pZxBLMAn open letter to South African Men by Vusi Themb

EPISODE 13. I do not give you my consent

Oct 18th, 2020 47m 5s

On the episode this week is a submission I received from one of you guys, a listener...This weeks recommendationsCriminal UK Season 2 Episode 2https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VtHBrjgDjesPlease take 5 mins and give me your feedback-->https

EPISODE 12. Is a table a table? ft. Ntombi

Oct 11th, 2020 47m 22s

Today I talk with Ntombi from the Podcast Season 2000 about making the same episode on both our podcasts :-) This weeks recommendationsGo listen to Ntombizodwa: Season 2000Unspoken Feelings of a Gentleman I & II by Pierre Alex JeantyHow to

EPISODE 11. What grief feels like...

Oct 4th, 2020 27m 1s

Hey there!I’m baaaack!! For real this time! Welcome to Season Two of the podcast!!!!In this episode, I tackle what I’ve been up to since I took a break & what grief has been like for meGrief definition from https://dictionary.cambridge.org

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I AM HERE FOR YOU, THE EMPTIEST PLATITUDE

Sep 13th, 2020 9m 19s

Hey, so here's a bonus episode as I work on Season 2. It's taking a shape I hadn’t planned on but I am happy it is going the way it is…can’t wait to release it. Just a few more days!Platitude definition read from wikipedia : https://g.co/

EPISODE 10. The Glitz and Glam of the Behind the Scenes

Aug 16th, 2020 25m 49s

I need a mental health break guys....and I'm taking it. So this will be the final episode of this season. But worry not, I will be back with more episodes in a few weeks. I'm taking this time to work on them. In the mean time, you can learn wha

EPISODE 9. First-born manenos & pressuring a friend into therapy

Aug 9th, 2020 1h 18m

On this episode , another phone call with a friend. We just got right into it, talking about identity crisis, toxic work environments, giving on empty, friendships ,first born manenos ,boundaries,COVID-19 and I basically pressure Mary into ther

EPISODE 8. Women Vs Womanhood in Kenya

Aug 2nd, 2020 1h 6m

On this episode I explore sexual assault, sexual harassment, women and their work, catcalling, the importance of having a thick skin and a few other gems on what it means to be a woman in Kenya in 2020 A huge thanks to all the ladies who submit

EPISODE 7. I just wanted to win ft. Magarita

Jul 26th, 2020 1h 30m

This week I talk to another high school friend about losing a brother, her mental health journey, how her family has adjusted to her condition, experiencing work as a woman and of course how 2020 and COVID have affected her life. Please take

EPISODE 6. I didn't know I was feisty ft. Christabel

Jul 19th, 2020 1h 9m

It’s a long episode guys so get your favourite drink and snack and settle in. I have a guest! We talk about one woman’s journey into adulthood, newly found freedoms as an 18 year old. family ties , the importance of relationships and communi

EPISODE 5. Toxic and Positivity don't belong in the same episode title

Jul 12th, 2020 12m 9s

The anxiety was high this week, so I may sound like I’m hyperventilating :-)In the episode today , I give quick update on the state of my mental health , talk about toxic positivity and let you in on some IG accounts I am loving this week.Men

EPISODE 4. The random thoughts and musings of a grieving sister

Jul 5th, 2020 10m 24s

Today I will read some stories, poems and thoughts I wrote the year after my brother died. As I said, COVID-19 has forced me to think about my brother’s death more these last few months. The first year, to deal with the shock of losing him, I

EPISODE 3. The day I found out my brother was dead

Jun 28th, 2020 20m 48s

Today I tell you about my brother, the journey to finding out he’d died, the first time I saw him in a casket, his burial and the journey sinceFor those not from Kenya, * Matatu = public transport bus , * Matatu stage = bus stop, * Maragol

EPISODE 2. My Mental Health Experience

Jun 21st, 2020 12m 13s

In this episode I talk about the first time I realized that my mental health might not be at 100%. I talk about signs and symptoms of depression and anxiety, seeing a doctor for the first time, getting on medication and my experience on the med

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EPISODE 1. My Vision Board Vs 2020

Jun 14th, 2020 5m 26s

Welcome to the Cocoa Butter Junkie podcast. I’m Michelle and this is my podcast. This is a podcast on the everyday reflections and experiences of a Kenyan woman. An examination of life living through mental health issues, grief, growing up a.k

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