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Understanding South Africa's Deep National Wounds
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This episode of Heal Your Mind with Tracey Lee Kotzen explores the concept of historical trauma and its lasting impact on South African society. We deepen our understanding of how colonialism and apartheid have shaped the nation’s collective psyche, contributing to intergenerational trauma and ongoing social and psychological challenges. Through expert insights and personal testimonies, the episode aims to bring better understanding of our collective trauma, promote healing and encourage open dialogue on the path toward national reconciliation and mental wellness.
Guests: Hazel Friedman (Investigative Journalist), Dr Shaheda Omar (Director | Teddy Bear Foundation), Dr Onyi Nwaneri (Managing Director | Sesame Workshop South Africa), Grant Stewart, M.Ed. (Educational Support), Martin Pelders (CEO | MatrixMen), Pitso Mereko (Provincial Chairperson | Safer South Africa) Write Words Create website · Connect with MWI on LinkedIn · Find MWI on Instagram · Follow MWI on Twitter · Connect with MWI on Facebook · Visit the MWI website
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Guests: Hazel Friedman (Investigative Journalist), Dr Shaheda Omar (Director | Teddy Bear Foundation), Dr Onyi Nwaneri (Managing Director | Sesame Workshop South Africa), Grant Stewart, M.Ed. (Educational Support), Martin Pelders (CEO | MatrixMen), Pitso Mereko (Provincial Chairperson | Safer South Africa) Write Words Create website · Connect with MWI on LinkedIn · Find MWI on Instagram · Follow MWI on Twitter · Connect with MWI on Facebook · Visit the MWI website
Chapters
1. Understanding South Africa's Deep National Wounds (00:00:49)
2. The Journalist's Perspective on National Wounds (00:02:18)
3. Children's Trauma and Historical Wounding (00:04:41)
4. Community-Level Impact of National Wounds (00:10:00)
5. Intergenerational Trauma in Various Sectors (00:14:03)
6. The Men's Sector and Past Traumas (00:18:13)
7. Addressing the Illegitimate Violation of Agency (00:22:52)
8. Transcending Victimology and Moving Forward (00:24:43)
9. Advice for National Leadership (00:27:02)
10. The Role of Adults and Communities in Perpetuating Woundedness (00:33:05)
11. Trauma-Informed Approaches and Institutional Change (00:38:05)
12. Restoring Trust and Building a Resilient Family Fabric (00:42:35)
13. Addressing Systemic Issues and Raising Leaders (00:46:02)
14. The Need for Truthfullness and Holistic Education (00:50:13)
15. Concluding Remarks and Key Takeaways (00:53:43)
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