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• IPGR002 Breathing Self-Compassion (Guided Relaxation Practice)

  This episode is a gentle full-body breath awareness practice cultivating self-compassion through mindful breathing. It builds on the diaphragmatic breathing we did in our last relaxation practice to help you soften into your body, release judgment, and affirm your inherent worth. Exclusive bonus content 🎁 Patreon - Ad-free and bonus episodes Stay connected 🌿 Share this episode with someone needing gentleness today ⭐ Rate/Review in your podcast app to help others find us 🔔 Subscribe for new monthly relaxation practices 📮 Got feedback or questions? Reach out at @IntersectionalPsychology 📄 Download a transcript of this episode at IntersectionalPsychology.com. ⏳ Chapter timestamps 00:00:00 Land acknowledgement 00:00:28 Title credits 00:00:51 Welcome and introduction 00:03:10 Breathing self-compassion guided relaxation practice 00:28:29 End credits This episode of Intersectional Psychology was researched, written, recorded, and edited by Aurora Brown. See Privacy Policy at https://intersectionalpsychology.com/privacy-policy/

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• IP0202 Part 2: Trauma-Informed Counselling for Children (w/ Neesha Chhiba)

  Aurora and Neesha delve deeper into trauma-informed counselling for children in South Africa. They discuss the lingering effects of systemic oppression, practical approaches to trauma care for young clients, and how parents and professionals can support healing. Neesha also shares essential self-care strategies for those working in emotionally demanding fields. Download a transcript of this episode on IntersectionalPsychology.com. Connect with Neesha 📧 [email protected] 📸 Instagram.com/neeshachhiba_rc_counselling Exclusive bonus content 🎁 Patreon - Ad-free and exclusive bonus episodes 👇 Chapter timestamps 00:00:00 Land acknowledgement 00:00:28 Title credits 00:00:49 Welcome and introduction 00:01:17 Power, freedom, and difference in mental health care 00:09:36 Trauma-informed mental health care with children 00:20:11 How parents can support the mental health of their children 00:29:11 Trauma-informed self care 00:33:07 Navigating the future of child mental health care 00:34:37 End credits Stay connected 🎞 Watch the YouTube video of this episode 🔗 Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts 🌈 Share this episode with someone who loves to learn 📮 Got feedback or questions? Reach out at @IntersectionalPsychology This episode of Intersectional Psychology was researched, written, recorded, and edited by Aurora Brown. 📚 References Cochrane, L. and Chellan, W. (2017). "The Group Areas Act affected us all": Apartheid and Socio-Religious Change in the Cape Town Muslim Community, South Africa, Oral History Forum D’histoire Orale, 2. http://www.oralhistoryforum.ca/index.php/ohf/article/download/644/724. DeepTheme Audio. Analog Bubbles. ZapSplat. https://www.zapsplat.com/music/analog-bubbles-dreamy-calm-and-carefree-musical-bumper-stinger-intro-outro/ Miles, D. Shades of Orange. ZapSplat. https://www.zapsplat.com/music/shades-of-orange-a-serene-relaxing-warm-ambient-piece-with-slow-mellow-chords-perfect-for-relaxation-meditation-etc/ Ngubane, N.P. and De Gama, B.Z. (2024). The influence of culture on the cause, diagnosis and treatment of serious mental illness (Ufufunyana): Perspectives of traditional health practitioners in the Harry Gwala District, KwaZulu-Natal, Culture Medicine and Psychiatry, 48(3), pp. 634–654. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11013-024-09863-7. Perks, B. (2024). Trauma Proof. ITHAKA. Yehuda, R. (2022). How parents' trauma leaves biological traces in children, SCIAM.   See Privacy Policy at https://intersectionalpsychology.com/privacy-policy/

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• IP0202 PART 1: Decolonial Practice with Children (w/ Neesha Chhiba)

  In this episode, Aurora sits down with Registered Counsellor Neesha Chhiba to explore decolonial approaches to counselling children in South Africa. They discuss the historical, socioeconomic, and cultural factors shaping mental health challenges, the limitations of Western-centric psychology, and practical ways to integrate culturally responsive care into practice. Connect with Neesha 📧 [email protected] 📸 Instagram.com/neeshachhiba_rc_counselling Stay connected  🔗 Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts to catch every episode  🌈 Share this episode with someone who loves to learn  📮 Got feedback or questions? Reach out at @IntersectionalPsychology  🎁 Support this podcast and access bonus content, including additional episodes and interviews, as well as more guided mindfulness sessions, go to Patreon.com/IntersectionalPsychology. As an independent media creator, I really appreciate your support. Download a transcript of this episode on IntersectionalPsychology.com. 👇 Chapters 00:00:00 Land acknowledgement 00:00:28 Title credits 00:00:52 Welcome and introduction 00:01:54 About the work of Neesha Chhiba 00:12:43 Factors impacting the mental health of children in South Africa 00:29:30 Decolonial practice with children 00:42:34 End credits 📚 References Cochrane, L. and Chellan, W. (2017). "The Group Areas Act affected us all": Apartheid and Socio-Religious Change in the Cape Town Muslim Community, South Africa, Oral History Forum D’histoire Orale, 2. http://www.oralhistoryforum.ca/index.php/ohf/article/download/644/724. DeepTheme Audio. Analog Bubbles. ZapSplat. https://www.zapsplat.com/music/analog-bubbles-dreamy-calm-and-carefree-musical-bumper-stinger-intro-outro/ Miles, D. Shades of Orange. ZapSplat. https://www.zapsplat.com/music/shades-of-orange-a-serene-relaxing-warm-ambient-piece-with-slow-mellow-chords-perfect-for-relaxation-meditation-etc/ Ngubane, N.P. and De Gama, B.Z. (2024). The influence of culture on the cause, diagnosis and treatment of serious mental illness (Ufufunyana): Perspectives of traditional health practitioners in the Harry Gwala District, KwaZulu-Natal, Culture Medicine and Psychiatry, 48(3), pp. 634–654. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11013-024-09863-7 Perks, B. (2024). Trauma Proof. ITHAKA. Yehuda, R. (2022). How parents' trauma leaves biological traces in children, SCIAM.

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• IP0201 PART 2: South Africa to Palestine: Ongoing decolonial work (w/ Shaheeda Sadeck)

  Content note: This episode includes discussions of apartheid, colonialism, Gaza, genocide, and gender-based violence. If you’re unable to engage with these topics right now, you are welcome to skip this episode or come back to it when you feel better resourced.  In this powerful episode, activist and Registered Counsellor Shaheeda Sadeck joins us again to discuss the underreported realities of Islamophobia in South Africa, the mental health struggles of lesbian Muslim women, and why South Africa has taken such a bold stance against the genocide in Gaza. From hate crimes against mosques to the legacy of apartheid and its parallels with Palestinian oppression, this conversation bridges faith, justice, and decolonial psychology.  Shaheeda also shares insights from her groundbreaking research on queer Muslim women in Cape Town and the urgent need for mental health practitioners to advocate for Palestinian liberation. Stay connected 🔗 Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts 🌈 Rate and share this episode  📮 Got feedback or questions? Reach out at @IntersectionalPsychology 🎁 Support this podcast and access bonus content, including additional episodes and interviews, as well as more guided mindfulness sessions, go to Patreon.com/IntersectionalPsychology. As an independent media creator, I really appreciate your support. Download a transcript of this episode on IntersectionalPsychology.com. Extras 📌 Support the Institute for Healing of Memories (IHOM): https://healing-memories.org/donate/ 👇 Chapters 00:00:00 Land acknowledgement 00:00:28 Title credits  00:00:44 Content note 00:01:14 Welcome and introduction 00:01:53 Impact of Islamophobia on the mental health of Muslims in South Africa 00:09:51 Mental health challenges of Queer Muslims in Cape Town 00:19:38 From South Africa to Palestine: Ongoing decolonial work 00:24:52 Why healthcare workers must speak up for Palestine  00:38:40 The healing of memories 00:45:32 End credits This episode of Intersectional Psychology was researched, written, recorded, and edited by Aurora Brown. 🎶Additional music credits BIIANSU. Ptem. ZapSplat. https://www.zapsplat.com/music/ptem-dark-pads-fading-in-and-out-with-a-fast-paced-gated-effect/ DeepTheme Audio. Analog Bubbles - Alternative Version 4. ZapSplat. https://www.zapsplat.com/music/analog-bubbles-dreamy-calm-and-carefree-musical-bumper-stinger-intro-outro/ DeepTheme Audio. Into the Blue. ZapSplat. https://www.zapsplat.com/music/into-the-blue-ambient-calm-warm-pads-serious-musical-bumper-stinger-intro-outro/ Miles, D. Shades of Orange. ZapSplat. https://www.zapsplat.com/music/shades-of-orange-a-serene-relaxing-warm-ambient-piece-with-slow-mellow-chords-perfect-for-relaxation-meditation-etc/ ZapSplat. Among the Stars, no piano edit. https://www.zapsplat.com/music/among-the-stars-no-piano-soothing-ambient-choir-portrays-panoramic-space-good-for-landscapes/

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• IP0201 PART 1: Decolonising Mental Health (w/ Shaheeda Sadeck)

  Content note: This episode includes discussions of apartheid, colonialism, grief and loss, gender-based violence, and intergenerational trauma. If you’re unable to engage with these topics right now, you are welcome to skip this episode or come back to it when you feel better resourced.  In this powerful conversation, activist and Registered Counsellor Shaheeda Sadeck joins me to unpack what decolonial mental health looks like in practice — from schools and communities to spiritual spaces and activist networks. We talk about the psychological legacy of apartheid, Shaheeda's work with marginalised communities in Cape Town, how social practice and multiculturalism enhance psychology, and the role of traditional healing in mental healthcare. You’ll walk away from this conversation inspired, challenged, and ready to rethink what healing really means. Stay connected 🔗 Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts 🌈 Rate and share this episode  📮 Got feedback or questions? Reach out at @IntersectionalPsychology 🎁 Support this podcast and access bonus content, including additional episodes and interviews, as well as more guided mindfulness sessions, go to Patreon.com/IntersectionalPsychology. As an independent media creator, I really appreciate your support. Download a transcript of this episode on IntersectionalPsychology.com. Extras 📌 Support the Institute for Healing of Memories (IHOM): https://healing-memories.org/donate/ 👇 Chapters 00:00:00 Land acknowledgement 00:00:28 Title credits and content note 00:01:13 Welcome and introduction 00:05:06 About the work of Shaheeda Sadeck 00:19:16 The historical, socioeconomic, and cultural factors impacting mental health 00:26:12 Decolonising mental health explained 00:38:13 How social practice and multiculturalism enhance psychology 00:47:02 End credits This episode of Intersectional Psychology was researched, written, recorded, and edited by Aurora Brown.

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