#123 - A Mental Illness Conversation with Karabo Kgoleng

<p>In this episode, I am in conversation with Karabo Kgoleng, we are discussing mental illness, or rather mental condition as she refers to it. We get into her particular experience of living with Bipolar 2.</p> <p>She shares of how she never felt quite ‘normal’ from a young age. We delve into family, social and political dynamics that contribute to mental conditions. We also touch on other aspects such as spirituality, coping mechanisms and healing.</p> <p>Karabo is candid and generous in her sharing. You will find the conversation eye opening and healing</p> <p> About Karabo Kgoleng</p> <p>She is a broadcaster and facilitator who works with writers and academics in the humanities to give their work a public life. She believes that engagement in social and cultural issues contributes significantly to the transformation of individuals and communities.</p> <p>Karabo is a recipient of the South African Literary Award for Journalism and is a sought-after speaker on storytelling as central to public intellectual and cultural life. She has also adjudicated prestigious literary awards and worked on selection panels for short story anthologies.</p> <p>She has worked as Books Editor for City Press, talk show host at SAfm and 702, and at the Department of Arts and Culture as Deputy Director: Books and Publishing.</p>