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Strategies for Coping with Divorce Stigma
This week, on our radio series, we tackled one of the most painful yet unspoken aspects of divorce: the stigma that follows you long after the papers are signed. As a Clinical Psychologist who has walked this path personally, I want to share strategies that can help...
The Impact of Childhood Trauma on Marriage
We often enter marriage with dreams of a fairytale ending - love, support, intimacy, and growth. But what many couples don’t anticipate is how the pain of the past can quietly shape, strain, or even sabotage the relationship. As a clinical psychologist with over 25...
Understanding the Different Types of Marriages in South Africa
Before we can talk about life after divorce, it makes sense to talk about what came before. As someone who’s walked the road both personally and professionally—first as a psychologist, then as a divorcee—I’ve seen how much we gloss over the very thing that sets...
Finding Balance: Strategies for Living with A Narcissist
Living with a narcissist can feel like navigating a stormy sea. At first, a narcissist’s charm, confidence, and charisma might seem appealing, but over time, their self-centred behaviour and lack of empathy can leave you feeling emotionally drained and undervalued....
Finding Balance: Handling Narcissism in Marital Relationships
Every marriage has its challenges, but when one partner exhibits narcissistic traits, conflict resolution, emotional connection, and personal well-being can become deeply strained. If you feel unheard, manipulated, or emotionally drained in your marriage, you may be...
Finding Balance in Relationships: The Key to Love and Harmony
Relationships can be tricky. Whether it’s with your partner, family, friends, or even colleagues, finding balance in relationships is one of the biggest challenges we face. Too much give and not enough take? Resentment builds. Too much take and not enough give? The...






