Growing In Community

About Growing In Community

Welcome to “ Growing In Community” hosted by Suzeth. This podcast is dedicated to explore the roots of mental health and emotional well-being through engaging conversations and educational insights. A space to invite one another in through transparent and wholesome conversations, cultivating a safe space that truly embodies community.

Publisher

Suzeth Ngutonua

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

22 Nov 2023

Latest episode

18 Apr 2026

Latest episodes

17 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   18 Apr 2026

   Getting to Know Growing in Community | Your Questions, Our Answers!

   In this episode of the Growing in Community Podcast, we sit down as a team to answer some of the most asked questions about GIC. From how it all started to what truly drives our mission, this conversation gives you a deeper look into the heart behind the community.We talk about the vision, the journey, and the realities of building something that seeks to create safe spaces for growth, healing, and connection. If you’ve ever wondered what Growing in Community is really about, this is the episode for you.This episode was proudly recorded in partnership with Atlantis Luxury Suite, a space that continues to support meaningful conversations and creative expression.🔗 Book your stay or connect with Atlantis Luxury Suite here: In this episode of the Growing in Community Podcast, we sit down as a team to answer some of the most asked questions about GIC. From how it all started to what truly drives our mission, this conversation gives you a deeper look into the heart behind the community.We talk about the vision, the journey, and the realities of building something that seeks to create safe spaces for growth, healing, and connection. If you’ve ever wondered what Growing in Community is really about, this is the episode for you.This episode was proudly recorded in partnership with Atlantis Luxury Suite, a space that continues to support meaningful conversations and creative expression.🔗 Book your stay or connect with Atlantis Luxury Suite here: In this episode of the Growing in Community Podcast, we sit down as a team to answer some of the most asked questions about GIC. From how it all started to what truly drives our mission, this conversation gives you a deeper look into the heart behind the community.We talk about the vision, the journey, and the realities of building something that seeks to create safe spaces for growth, healing, and connection. If you’ve ever wondered what Growing in Community is really about, this is the episode for you.This episode was proudly recorded in partnership with Atlantis Luxury Suite, a space that continues to support meaningful conversations and creative expression.🔗 Book your stay or connect with Atlantis Luxury Suite here: www.airbnb.com/l/PsJe5juD 📞 +264 81 767 1101🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify & Apple Podcasts💚 Stay connected with Growing in Community for more conversations that inspire growth and resilience.🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify & Apple Podcasts💚 Stay connected with Growing in Community for more conversations that inspire growth and resilience.🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify & Apple Podcasts💚 Stay connected with Growing in Community for more conversations that inspire growth and resilience.

2. 

   1 Sept 2025

   When Silence Hurts – Suicide, Grief & The African Home With Jean-Claude

   In this powerful and deeply honest episode, we sit down with Jean-Claude to talk about a topic often buried in silence. Mental health, suicide, and grief, particularly within the context of the African home. Jean-Claude opens up about his personal journey through suicidal thoughts, the role community played in his darkest moments, and how he's found healing. We explore the cultural silence around mental health, the importance of being seen and supported, and what wellness really means when you're rebuilding from the inside out.🔗 Want to connect with Jean-Claude? Find him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jcnazarii?igsh=eHAxd2hsb2xhZThi

3. 

   25 Aug 2025

   Life After the Cap: Navigating Unemployment and the Silent Battle Within—Tjino Shirley Tjipura

   In this powerful and deeply personal episode, we sit down with Tjino Shirley Tjipura, a passionate educator and purpose-driven voice for the youth — to unpack the often-ignored reality of life after graduation. While the world celebrates degrees and diplomas, many young people quietly slip into a season marked by unemployment, uncertainty, and an emotional toll that’s rarely spoken about. Tjino shares candidly about the roller coaster of joblessness, the pressure to "have it all together," and the unseen impact this waiting season can have on one’s mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual wellness. If you've ever felt stuck, discouraged, or overlooked in your post-grad journey, this conversation is for you. Tjino reminds us that even in the silence, there’s purpose and you're not alone.

4. 

   18 Aug 2025

   Held Together: Faith, Family & The First Born Daughter with Theopoline Hofeni

   This episode feels like sitting on the floor with your best friend, talking about the things we usually keep quiet. Theopoline,sunshine in human form, joins us to share her story of being the eldest daughter, navigating faith, family, and finding herself. It's a deep, honest, and surprisingly joyful conversation about self-harm, resilience, community, and learning to put yourself first. She's wise, real, and the big sister energy we all need.

5. 

   11 Aug 2025

   From Overwhelmed to Empowered: Building Emotional Resilience—With Tuli Mekondjo

   In the powerful season 2 opener, host Suzeth Ngutonua sits down with Namibian visual artist Tuli Mekondjo for an unfiltered conversation about the art of good selfishness. Together, they explore what it means to set healthy boundaries, stay grounded when life gets chaotic, and how evolving sometimes means stepping back from enabling others' struggles. Tuli shares wisdom on developing your personal safety net and uncovering what’s truly cool to you, even if it defies outside expectations. This episode is a soul check-in and for anyone learning to prioritize their inner peace without apology.

6. 

   7 Dec 2024

   Identity, Loss And The Power Of Conversation: with PetrusPhilip

   Suzeth and Peter Philip discuss his journey of self-discovery, faith, and mental health, highlighting the transformative power of honest conversations and open dialogue.

7. 

   30 Nov 2024

   Franklin Shitaleni ON: The Importance Of Men Fulfilling Thier roles In Society, Mentorship and Mental Health

   Franklin Shitaleni shares his insights on overcoming imposter syndrome, embracing faith, and prioritizing mental health as a catalyst for men to fulfill their roles and seek mentorship.

8. 

   16 Nov 2024

   How To Live An Emotionally Debt Free Life with Siegfried Lange

   In today’s episode we have a conversation with the man that needs little introduction Mr Siegfried Lange. From Mickey mouse to emotional intelligence, slave relationships, emotional debt to boundaries he holds nothing back. This conversation contains so much wisdom and knowledge, so make sure to grab your pen and notebook. To watch some of Mr Siegfried Lange YouTube videos click on the following links below : YouTube :https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOTiN_Wj-9HBdLIDmhLoT7Q Understanding what is in you: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1K92iqS5738&list=PLOxBxm4NqzrZhBEIDAfVH4VkfepV4FzFa&index=3 Step 10 video, OBIO 1 https://youtu.be/DI91bVnqf4Y Step 11 Video, OBIO 2 https://youtu.be/Zkl21B1h0xE

9. 

   8 Nov 2024

   Let’s Think About Mental Health with Simoné Fourie

   In todays episode we sit with the incredible Simoné in a candid yet open conversation centered around mental health. With her expertise in psychological counseling she shares on trauma and its impact, attachment styles, effecting copying mechanisms and so much more. This is an episode you do not want to miss out on! DISCLAIMER This podcast does not offer any medical advice*

10. 

    25 Oct 2024

    Sitina Chingunwe on Resilience, creating safe spaces and the journey of forgiveness.

    On todays episode, Suzeth sits down with Sitina Chingunwe a youth counselor who focuses on building youth resilience. She speaks on how we can have an open discussion on how we can create safe spaces to openly talk about mental health, rising above your circumstances and the journey towards forgiveness. If you wish to contact Sitina, kindly send us a Dm on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.incommunity?igsh=b3lmYXo1MGl2dGp5&utm_source=qr (https://www.instagram.com/growing.incommunity?igsh=b3lmYXo1MGl2dGp5&utm_source=qr)

11. 

    23 Apr 2024

    How to recognize trauma-related symptoms.

    In today's episode of growing in community, Suzeth sits down to share some of the symptoms that are a direct result of trauma.

12. 

    26 Mar 2024

    The link between mental health and truama.

    Ever wondered how our childhood truama shows up in our mental health? In today's episode of Growing in community Suzeth breaks down what truama is, some of its symptoms and how we can identify it in our own lives.

13. 

    28 Feb 2024

    You have to put in the work.

    In this episode we take a closer look at how our childhood patterns show up in our adult lives and how to put in the work required to live outside the prison we place ourselves in.

14. 

    13 Feb 2024

    You don't always have to be the strong friend.

    In today's episode of growing in community Suzeth sits down to talk about the person who always feels the need to be strong. She shares her insight about her journey and what it looks like to be a broken arrow.

15. 

    16 Jan 2024

    An infirmed woman.

    In this episode Suzeth shares the story of a biblical character found in Luke 13:10-13, the infirmed woman. From the story of this woman she unveils why letting go is important as well as why we need to stop using people to fill a void and so much more.

16. 

    2 Jan 2024

    Rebuilding trust with yourself

    In today's episode Suzeth talks about the importance of rebuilding trust with yourself and how that trust can easily be broken. But most importantly taking steps to make yourself the most reliable person you know. Make sure to follow the growing in community instagram page for all community updates and much more @growing.incommunity

17. 

    22 Nov 2023

    The best place to start.

    On today's episode Suzeth shares her vision behind growing in community, what to expect and the goals for the podcast moving forward.

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