Stretch Podcast

#208. Setting Boundaries

This Solo episode is a Bonus courtesy of Coaching Notes. Bonus episodes are an exclusive for subscribers of the podcast - this is a taste for you to see the difference between the podcast and the Coaching Notes.  In this episode I unpack Setting Boundaries in a way that's different and less generic because boundaries are personal and unique to individuals. I share some of my own unique boundaries to give you examples.  We set boundaries not to keep people out, but rather we set boundaries to ensure that our personal spaces are safe, comfortable not only for ourselves but for those we share the space with.  I hope you enjoy this episode enough to subscribe to both the Coaching Notes Here To Subscribe to the Stretch Podcast you click Here.  See you in April     

#207. The Healing Power Of Breath - With Dr. Ela Manga

In this episode I am in conversation with Dr. Ela Manga about the healing and transformative power of our breath. Who knew that something that we don't even think about such as breathing carry with it healing and restorative powers.
In the first part of the conversation Dr. Ela takes us through her own path that led her from traditional Medical Doctor practice to establishing the phenomenal Breathwork Africa. Then we get deep into the power of breath and breathing, she takes us deep into the spiritual, scientific and physiological aspects of why breath is so healing We then conclude the conversation the work she does at Breathwork Africa. 
This is probably one of the most important episode you could listen to - if you are able to, do subcribe so you can hear the whole conversation. 
Bio and Contacts 
Dr Ela Manga is an integrative medical doctor, author, speaker, facilitator and a leading voice in the field of mind-body medicine and wellness in Southern Africa and abroad.
She has a special interest in the field of energy management and burnout. Her first book,  BREATHE: Strategizing Energy in the Age of Burnout, is fast becoming the go to guide for managing energy and optimizing physical and mental health.
She is the founder of Breathwork Africa, an organization that offers training and support to breathwork practitioners globally.
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206. Social Workers - Behind The Scenes

In this moving episode I am in conversation with Bulelwa Mahura, who is returning to the podcast for the second time. This time she is wearing her oldest hat of being a social worker for the past 20 years. 
This conversation was sparked by a series of posts she shared on her Instagram stories that made me wonder if as a people we know what Social workers in their various fields have to deal with. I trust you will find the conversation pensive and informative enough hopeful to move you to action however small. 
Bulelwa Mahura Bio and Contacts 
Bulelwa Mahura is an expression of The Divine, manifesting as an African woman. She is a social worker and life coach with a passion for people. She is fascinated by human beings and the experience of being a spiritual entity living in a physical body. She loves to see people learning, growing, overcoming challenges and thriving in life, and feels honored to witness people's journeys and to make a contribution towards their growth. Bulelwa is an ardent student of life. Her super power is a big loving heart which is demonstrated through deep compassion and unconditional acceptance. She's an introvert, a natural nurturer and a believer in experiencing joy right now. 
Bulelwa is a member of a blended family, a wife and a mother to 1 biological son, 1 step-son and 2 step-daughters. 
Contacts: email: bulelwa79@gmail.com Insta: @bulelwamahura_lifecoach Facebook: Bulelwa Mahura 
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#205. The Basics Of Feng Shui - Part 2

Amanda Gibby Peters, returns with Part 2 of the Basics of Feng Shui
In this eposide she unpacks the deeper meaning of spaces we take for granted such as: 
- The front door
- The bedrood 
- The landscape and garden 
- The energy of clutter and what it really does to our psyche 
And a lot more juicy information and wisdom. 
 
Bio and Contacts 
Gibby Peters is the voice and visionary of Simple Shui™ — a modern-day, mission-driven, love-based practice of Feng Shui. She’s been teaching Feng Shui techniques and tips for nearly two decades, witnessing the breathtaking life transformations of her readers and clients. She has a background in communications (she used to work on the Hill!) and has been called the “Martha Stewart” of Feng Shui. Her superpower is making complex, ethereal ideas tangible, fun and life-changing! Her work has been featured on Architectural Digest, My Domaine, Food52, Lonny, MindBodyGreen, Well + Good and Amazon. She was recently named one of Instagram’s “Best Feng Shui Accounts” by The Spruce for her vibrant and innovative influence on creating positive spaces. Amanda is Dallas-based with an international clientele, where she lives with her husband, twin daughters, and their rescue dog, Ruby.
 
Simple Shui | home page
Instagram: @amandagibbypeters
Podcast: House Therapy
Book: Simple Shui for Every Day: 365 Ways to Feng Shui Your Life
Course: Become Your Own Feng Shui Consultant
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#204. Spiritual Laws - With Sir Max

Sir Max returns to the podcast and this time we are talking about our favorite subject - Universal Laws. We cover what they are, what they are not, how they work and impact our day to day lives. Sir Max begins with unpacking the most complex law of Oneness we then move to the law of polarity.
We talk about the concept of suffering and victory, and we spend a lot of time of the famous law of Attraction. Then we pivot to relationships, marriage and love towards the end of the conversation. 
It is a great conversation, stretchy and informative. 
Bio 
Sir Max is a Knowledgepreneur, extraordinaire speaker and a leadership captain. As a knowledge merchant, Sir Max uses knowledge to inspire and influence organizations to create high performance culture. 

#203. Escaping Christianity - Finding Christ With Barbara Symons

In this episode I am in conversation with Barbar Symons on her incredible book Escaping Christianity-Finding Christ.
Triggering as this title may seem, having read the book several times, I found that the title does not do justice to what is covered in the book. It is not just a memoir of someone who left church, it is far deeper, more re-assuring and comforting to many who are struggling with the idea of Church but Love God and the teachings of Jesus. 
In the conversation we touch on her back story of having grown in fundamentalist Christian home - he moment of awakening and some themes she covers in the book. The conversation will definitely stretch many but will also bring much comfort to those of you who are wrestling with whether or not to remain in church.  
Bio and Contacts 
Bio
 
Barbara has been married to Lyle for forty-five years and is a mother of three, a grandmother of eight and great-grandmother of one. She lives in College Station, Texas.
Barbara is writer, an ordained minister and has counseled hundreds of people seeking freedom from spiritual oppression and possession. Her education spans decades within and without of the organized church system. She is the author of two books titled, Escaping Christianity ~ Finding Christ and Musings from an EX Christian Fundamentalist. Barbara is committed to helping others find freedom from restrictive religious systems that have employed programming and questionable doctrinal practices.
 
https://www.facebook.com/barbara.symons.3
 
https://www.instagram.com/barbarasymons/
 
www.amazon.com/dp/061597208X
 
Barbara@barbarasymons.com
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#202 Evolution Of Money With Limpho Mda

Almost everything under the sun has gone through some evolution, from plants to animals to us humans. Evolution is the only constant that keeps life moving forward.  Our languages, our social cues, our transportation, and of course the biggest one, our biggest one yet, our technology has evolved exponentially since the mainframe days.  It follows then that our MONEY too evolves, in fact it has been steadily evolving over the centuries too.  In this episode I am in conversation with Limpho Mda on the evolution of money. Limpho covers the stages that money has evolved over the centuries, she emphasizes that each evolution of money was meant to bring about a solution to the problem of the day - as such Crypto currency is here to bring about solutions, we face around our money today.  In the conversation we cover amongst other things, the problems with money as it is today and the solutions that crypto is bring with. It is an exhilarating conversation.   Bio and Contacts  Limpho is a Network marketing professional, a Crypto currencies and blockchain enthusiast. She is a former HR practitioner r in the area of training and development.  Facebook: Limpho Mda Instagram: @Limphomda Twitter: @Limphomda  ______________________________________________________________ Please note from the 5th of February the StretchPodcast will be strictly subscriber bases. The subscription is R99 a month renewable every 12 months.  Should you not choose to subscribe you will only receive partial episodes. Here is a link to subscribe  . Should you not choose to subscribe you will only receive partial episodes. Here is a link to subscribe --> StretchPodcast Subscription            

#201 The Era Of Life Coahing

In this powerful episode I am in conversation with Fezy Thwala about all things Life coaching. You may or may not know that the field or profession of Life Coaching is not quite new, even though to many it seems new. It began it's rise around the same time as the self help books movement in the late 80s to early 90s. So, it has been around and only gaining much ground now. 
Fezy and I tackle some of the challenges that come with the profession both from the angle of the life coach and from the potential clients. We cover amongst other things the seeming resistance or reluctance from black communities and the back story of why that is. We get into some of the coaching subjects such as shadow work. Fezy spends a lot of time on unpacking shadow work so elegantly, we cover the matter of 'Wounded healers' and much more. 
Bio
Fezy Thwala is Master NLP Practitioner, Certified Trauma Informed Life and Relationship Coach. She is a Speaker and Facilitator. She is Transformation Strategist, helping business participate meaningfully in the Socio- Economic Development of South Africa. She works with groups and individuals , helping them to get clear on their vision. She facilitates healing and created safe spaces for her clients and audiences with powerful techniques and inspires then to achieve their goals.
She has been featured on a number of publications such as True Love Magazine, Sowetan News paper and Daily Thetha on SABC1.
Contacts: 
Instagram: @fezythwala
Facebook: @fezythwala
Email: fezy@fezytwala.com
Website: www.fezythwala.com 
Whatsapp: 076 314 5134
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#200 The Basics Of Feng Shui -With Amanda Gibby Peters

The basics if Feng Shui.  I have been fascinated with Feng Shui since my mid 20s. So much so that I teach the basic theory of Feng Shui as a bonus subject at Stretch School. So you can imagine my excitement when I discovered an actual expert who has the exceptional ability of teaching this ancient practice in the simplest of ways.  In this episode, I am in conversation with Amanda Gibby Peters on the ancient tradition of Feng Shui. Today we specifically  cover how our homes can bring us either great fortune or bad fortune depending on the feng shui of the home itself. Feng Shui is more than the minimalist concept and is more than have great deco, it is about the life force or energy of our homes.  BIO And Contacts  Amanda Gibby Peters is the voice and visionary of Simple Shui™ — a modern-day, mission-driven, love-based practice of Feng Shui. She’s been teaching Feng Shui techniques and tips for nearly two decades, witnessing the breathtaking life transformations of her readers and clients. She has a background in communications (she used to work on the Hill!) and has been called the “Martha Stewart” of Feng Shui. Her superpower is making complex, ethereal ideas tangible, fun and life-changing! Her work has been featured on Architectural Digest, My Domaine, Food52, Lonny, MindBodyGreen, Well + Good and Amazon. She was recently named one of Instagram’s “Best Feng Shui Accounts” by The Spruce for her vibrant and innovative influence on creating positive spaces. Amanda is Dallas-based with an international clientele, where she lives with her husband, twin daughters, and their rescue dog, Ruby.   Simple Shui | home page Instagram: @amandagibbypeters Podcast: House Therapy Book: Simple Shui for Every Day: 365 Ways to Feng Shui Your Life Course: Become Your Own Feng Shui Consultant ____________________________ PLEASE NOTE FROM FEBRUARY 5 THE PODCAST WILL BE SUBSCRIBER BASED. YOU WOULD NEED TO SUBSCRIBE FOR THE R99 A MONTH TO GET FULL EPISODES. Should you not choose to subscribe you will only recieve partial episodes. Here is a link to subscribe --> StretchPodcast Subcription  

#199 The Year Of Integrity And Alignment

And just like a blink of an eye we are back!  Seasons greetings to you all and The StretchPodcast is back and will be around for a while. The break last year was much need for my sanity and clarity. I am now more than ever clear that to create these weekly conversations with amazing people is on the top 3 of my favourite things to do.   I want to thank you all so much for sticking around, for your patience with me and for your continued support. The wait is finally over, it is  are back and are hoping for a great year ahead with equally great and phenomenal guests and converstions for you.   Today's episode is divided into two parts. The first part is about the changes that will be taking place on the podcast. In fact, it's just one major change really which you will have to listen to find out ☺️.   Part two is My take on the year 2023, I shares  with you my  insights, ‘downloads’ and understanding of what this incredible year is about and how it will impact you. Important links  If you already want to start your paid subscription with the stretch podcast click on this link here -> StretchPodcast R99 Subscription   If you are interested in a one on one reading  with Lebo book your place using this link here ->  Booking For a Reading To join stretch School class of 2023 you can use this link ->Join Stretch School If you want to send us an email use this email here info@lebopule.co.za  www.lebopule.co.za