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#WomensHealth #MentalHealth #Health Many African women experience stress and burnout while navigating cultural expectations that make it harder to speak openly about mental health. In this episode, mental health expert Bolatito Afun joins us to discuss the signs of emotional exhaustion, why therapy is often stigmatized, and how women can protect their mental well-being even with limited support. Chapters: 📌 00:00 – Introduction 📌 01:30 – Why mental health is a challenge for African women 📌 04:00 – Signs of burnout every African woman should know 📌 07:10 – The guilt of prioritizing yourself and how to set boundaries 📌 11:05 – Why therapy is not a quick fix and what people misunderstand 📌 15:20 – Cultural expectations and why African women are taught to endure 📌 19:30 – The role of community and social support in mental health 📌 23:00 – Why self-care is not selfish and why it looks different for every woman 📌 28:40 – How social media affects mental health and setting digital boundaries 📌 33:00 – Small, practical ways African women can protect their mental health 📌 38:00 – Final message on breaking stigma and prioritizing mental well-being 📌 40:00 – Where to find support and closing remarks This podcast is about education, honest conversations, and practical advice to help women make informed decisions about their mental and emotional health. 💬 Join the conversation. What mental health topics do you want to hear next? Comment below. 🔔 Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode. 📌 Show notes: https://www.asele.tech/post/ep-1-mental-health-tips-for-african-women ____________________________________________________________________________________ More About Asele: ✨ Visit Asele: https://asele.tech/ Asele is reimagining how women's care can be both rewarding and fun. We’re dedicated to making women’s health easier to understand and more accessible through personalized wellness solutions. ✨ Join the Asele Community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/F8GY4RV7Bm2CtCfq6TONsV Connect with other women, get expert insights, and be part of a supportive space for all things health and wellness. ✨ Sign up for our next fitness challenge: https://www.asele.tech/programs ✨ Follow Asele on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asele.tech ✨ Follow Asele on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asele/ ✨ Listen to Blush & Bloom on Your Favorite Podcast Platform: 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6NEsMfkG3dvl0pYXU40Efi?si=62885403ca6e4db0 🎧 YouTube Podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3BXkKjK3rJrg1XoQpGnOC7gZjc72mqg3 📌 For more insights on women's health, visit the Asele blog: https://www.asele.tech/journal

#WomensHealth #HealthEducation #SelfCare Together with experts in women’s health, wellness, and science, we uncover the key issues affecting women’s well-being, from hormonal health and reproductive care to mental wellness and productivity. This podcast is about education, practical advice, and honest conversations that help women make informed decisions about their bodies and health. 💬 Join the conversation! What topics do you want to hear about in future episodes? Drop a comment below! 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode. Let’s blush, bloom, and learn together. 💖 ____________________________________________________________________________________ More About Asele: ✨ Visit Asele: https://asele.tech/ Asele is reimagining how women's care can be both rewarding and fun. We’re dedicated to making women’s health easier to understand and more accessible through personalized wellness solutions. ✨ Join the Asele Community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/F8GY4RV7Bm2CtCfq6TONsV Connect with other women, get expert insights, and be part of a supportive space for all things health and wellness. ✨ Sign up for our next fitness challenge: https://www.asele.tech/programs ✨ Follow Asele on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asele.tech ✨ Follow Asele on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asele/ ✨ Listen to Blush & Bloom on Your Favorite Podcast Platform: 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3FXDGaMGuDb4UXwOsjzdqi?si=7Kdm7kpOSM2J3nfKtLSsgg 📌 For more insights on women's health, visit the Asele blog: https://www.asele.tech/journal