<![CDATA[A Little Bit of Reality]]>aa03ba18-895a-540f-80c5-473d6e77fbafWed, 29 Apr 2026 10:02:02 +0000Captivate.fmReality Wellness Grouphttps://artwork.captivate.fm/624da7a7-d988-4695-814f-6564aa97cc34/rNaBKTVPtfmC7KF4W7xYwTub.pngA Little Bit of RealityReality Wellness GroupReality Wellness GroupWe are all about keeping it real. A little bit of Reality is a Reality Wellness Group podcast focused on providing listeners with real information about their health and wellness. We tell you real stories from real experiences and provide (real)ly good advice from professionals. As a wellness service provider of more than 20 years, this podcast is a culmination of expertise and experience, and is made with a whole lot of love from our dedicated team who love "doing good". Find us on www.realitywellness.co.za. And if you're new here, welcome Real Listener to a A little Bit of Reality. And don't be afraid to get real with us.https://a-little-bit-of-reality.captivate.fmfalseepisodicnopodcast25: Relationship Series: What To Do When Blindsided By Your Partner25: Relationship Series: What To Do When Blindsided By Your PartnerIn this episode, we explore being blindsided by a partner. Whether it is bad news, a secret or a poor decision, there is no easy way to manage the shock that comes with being blindsided. We delve into the emotional and psychological experience of being blindsided, as well as tools for bouncing back, personally and relationally. We get personal and we get real in this episode.

Guest staring Carmen Naidu, a Registered Counsellor and Industrial Psychologist.

]]>In this episode, we explore being blindsided by a partner. Whether it is bad news, a secret or a poor decision, there is no easy way to manage the shock that comes with being blindsided. We delve into the emotional and psychological experience of being blindsided, as well as tools for bouncing back, personally and relationally. We get personal and we get real in this episode.

Guest staring Carmen Naidu, a Registered Counsellor and Industrial Psychologist.

]]>882e1abd-1b4b-41ed-8b3d-8f7c58ab349fMon, 30 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -040027:55falsefull12525124: Owning Where You Are At24: Owning Where You Are AtIn this episode we explore the importance of being a compassionate observer to your life and taking ownership of your current state. Many times we struggle accept our current circumstances because we want to be somewhere else, somewhere better, without taking the time to reflect on our current needs, strengths and areas of development. To move forward, we need to first accept the present. This episode is for anyone who is feeling stuck and anyone who keeps thinking, "whatever I do is not enough".

]]>In this episode we explore the importance of being a compassionate observer to your life and taking ownership of your current state. Many times we struggle accept our current circumstances because we want to be somewhere else, somewhere better, without taking the time to reflect on our current needs, strengths and areas of development. To move forward, we need to first accept the present. This episode is for anyone who is feeling stuck and anyone who keeps thinking, "whatever I do is not enough".

]]>65782c7a-ab8d-4cb1-98e9-37e8847e8a5cMon, 16 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -040025:23falsefull12424123: Psychological Safety23: Psychological SafetyIn this episode, we explore the true meaning of psychological safety and why it matters more than ever in today’s AI-driven workplace. We unpack how leadership styles are shaping trust, communication, and fear within teams, and why strong leadership plays a critical role in creating environments where people feel safe to speak up, share ideas, and make mistakes. We also highlight the often-overlooked role employees play in building and sustaining a culture of openness, and offer practical, real-world strategies for both leaders and team members to foster psychological safety, strengthen collaboration, and navigate change with confidence.

Our guest for this episode is Industrial-Organisational Psychologist, Erin van Wyk.

]]>In this episode, we explore the true meaning of psychological safety and why it matters more than ever in today’s AI-driven workplace. We unpack how leadership styles are shaping trust, communication, and fear within teams, and why strong leadership plays a critical role in creating environments where people feel safe to speak up, share ideas, and make mistakes. We also highlight the often-overlooked role employees play in building and sustaining a culture of openness, and offer practical, real-world strategies for both leaders and team members to foster psychological safety, strengthen collaboration, and navigate change with confidence.

Our guest for this episode is Industrial-Organisational Psychologist, Erin van Wyk.

]]>8c794b13-a101-4243-9479-50d80adef90eSat, 28 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -040001:06:07falsefull12323122: Staying Sane in Times of Change22: Staying Sane in Times of ChangeIn this episode we get real about the difficulty with staying sane during big changes. We offer 4 tips from the host based off of her own experience with a recent change of her own.

]]>In this episode we get real about the difficulty with staying sane during big changes. We offer 4 tips from the host based off of her own experience with a recent change of her own.

]]>2a3e0f2f-517c-49bd-9090-3d9a635915c3Mon, 16 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -040027:33falsefull12222121: Relationship Series: Independent Relationships21: Relationship Series: Independent RelationshipsIn this episode we talk to Katy Wood, a registered counsellor about what it means to have a healthy independent relationship.

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]]>In this episode we talk to Katy Wood, a registered counsellor about what it means to have a healthy independent relationship.

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]]>9c431fba-e3e2-45f7-9f7e-e6db15f87c24Wed, 25 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -040037:47falsefull12121120: Student Mental Health20: Student Mental HealthIn this episode we are joined by Erin Van Wyk, one of our Industrial Psychologists to talk about student mental health in universities. We get real about our own experiences with university stress, the common causes of stress as students, as well as some tips for managing stress and maintaining your wellbeing as a student life.

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]]>In this episode we are joined by Erin Van Wyk, one of our Industrial Psychologists to talk about student mental health in universities. We get real about our own experiences with university stress, the common causes of stress as students, as well as some tips for managing stress and maintaining your wellbeing as a student life.

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]]>6f864108-2086-4de1-a966-d42c3aba7014Wed, 11 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -040037:47falsefull12020119: Relationship Series: Can You Be Friends With Your Ex?19: Relationship Series: Can You Be Friends With Your Ex?In this next relationship series episode, we get into a topic that is slightly controversial, can you still be friends with your ex, post break up and while in a new relationship? Join us to hear our thoughts on it.

]]>In this next relationship series episode, we get into a topic that is slightly controversial, can you still be friends with your ex, post break up and while in a new relationship? Join us to hear our thoughts on it.

]]>d6cc8920-6c0e-41af-96bc-f6b228d4f24cWed, 28 May 2025 09:00:00 -040025:39falsefull11919118: Mental Fitness18: Mental FitnessIt's no longer about mental health, it's now about mental fitness. Why? Because we have become too complacent about our mental health and often feel mental health is the result of things out of your control, when in reality, your mental health depends on you and what you choose to actively work on. Hence, mental fitness. We want to begin the conversations around mental fitness; i.e. being proactive with out mental health.

]]>It's no longer about mental health, it's now about mental fitness. Why? Because we have become too complacent about our mental health and often feel mental health is the result of things out of your control, when in reality, your mental health depends on you and what you choose to actively work on. Hence, mental fitness. We want to begin the conversations around mental fitness; i.e. being proactive with out mental health.

]]>6f60a0ff-c652-465f-9e6b-a6ad7e1e46c0Wed, 21 May 2025 09:00:00 -040031:02falsefull11818117: The Power of the Little Things17: The Power of the Little ThingsIn this short , but sweet, episode, we discuss the power of the little things; which means finding joy, purpose and fulfillment in the small things in life. We have often been shown in movies and series that going big is the only way, but what if I told you that sometimes all you need is to slow down and focus on the small things happening now to change your life.

]]>In this short , but sweet, episode, we discuss the power of the little things; which means finding joy, purpose and fulfillment in the small things in life. We have often been shown in movies and series that going big is the only way, but what if I told you that sometimes all you need is to slow down and focus on the small things happening now to change your life.

]]>f6c9f4fa-ddd4-40c1-995d-e0967caae69cWed, 14 May 2025 09:00:00 -040009:08falsefull11717116: Relationship Series: Breaking Up16: Relationship Series: Breaking UpSometimes things just do not work out, no matter what you have tried. In this episode we continue the relationship series and discuss what are the signs that your relationship may not be working out and the right way to end a relationship.

]]>Sometimes things just do not work out, no matter what you have tried. In this episode we continue the relationship series and discuss what are the signs that your relationship may not be working out and the right way to end a relationship.

]]>16d6333d-7d9f-4fda-bc82-f7bea3780409Wed, 07 May 2025 09:00:00 -040056:04falsefull11616115: An Intro to Narcissism15: An Intro to NarcissismThe word "narcissism" or "narcissist" has been quite a trendy term in the last few years, where more and more people are becoming aware of narcissistic-type traits. Yet, like words such as depression and anxiety, these are psychological terms that are being used very casually. In this episode, I interview Adhip Maharaj, a Registered Counsellor, who gives us a break down of narcissism from a therapist's perspective.

]]>The word "narcissism" or "narcissist" has been quite a trendy term in the last few years, where more and more people are becoming aware of narcissistic-type traits. Yet, like words such as depression and anxiety, these are psychological terms that are being used very casually. In this episode, I interview Adhip Maharaj, a Registered Counsellor, who gives us a break down of narcissism from a therapist's perspective.

]]>f18e1aeb-8c8f-43f0-8df5-8a3ef0583c42Wed, 30 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -040041:19falsefull11515114: Managing the Toddler Phase (What I Wish They Told Me)14: Managing the Toddler Phase (What I Wish They Told Me)In this episode we discuss the real experiences of parents who have experienced toddlerhood first hand. We asked a number of women the advice they would give other mothers and fathers about their toddlers that they wish they knew before entering this milestone.

]]>In this episode we discuss the real experiences of parents who have experienced toddlerhood first hand. We asked a number of women the advice they would give other mothers and fathers about their toddlers that they wish they knew before entering this milestone.

]]>bd6f3835-3230-4b3f-a430-5af81c63b986Wed, 23 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -040032:26falsefull11414113: Relationship Series: The Stability Phase13: Relationship Series: The Stability PhaseWe are back for another relationship series. In this episode we talk about the phase in which couples now have stabilised after their building phase or power struggle phase. In this episode we deep dive into what stability in a relationship means and how to keep stability from feeling "stale".

]]>We are back for another relationship series. In this episode we talk about the phase in which couples now have stabilised after their building phase or power struggle phase. In this episode we deep dive into what stability in a relationship means and how to keep stability from feeling "stale".

]]>be005058-86a3-4928-8755-cd1da02dcd79Wed, 16 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -040044:42falsefull11313112: Getting Real about Burnout12: Getting Real about BurnoutIn this episode the host, Nicolette Visser, dives into the dangers of burnout. This is a topic that too many of us are far too familiar with but sometimes we can still feel very alone when it comes to experiencing burnout. In this podcast we get candid about the host's own experiences with burnout and the things that surprised her on her path to burnout and her path to healing after.

]]>In this episode the host, Nicolette Visser, dives into the dangers of burnout. This is a topic that too many of us are far too familiar with but sometimes we can still feel very alone when it comes to experiencing burnout. In this podcast we get candid about the host's own experiences with burnout and the things that surprised her on her path to burnout and her path to healing after.

]]>9a3b192f-fecb-4069-9364-ece2d81149dcWed, 09 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -040032:18falsefull11212111: What they didn't teach you in school: Anxiety (Stress or Disorder?)11: What they didn't teach you in school: Anxiety (Stress or Disorder?)In this episode we interview Katy Wood, a Registered Counsellor, who provides professional insight into the impact of Anxiety and understanding anxiety as a response tp stress vs as a disorder.

]]>In this episode we interview Katy Wood, a Registered Counsellor, who provides professional insight into the impact of Anxiety and understanding anxiety as a response tp stress vs as a disorder.

]]>9e49f07c-a856-4a6b-b8bd-7f74d31a97e7Wed, 02 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -040030:20falsefull11111110: Parenting & ADHD10: Parenting & ADHDIn this episode we interview Reality Wellness Group Director, Charmaine Sheen, who talks about all things ADHD and parenting related. We get real about how to manage ADHD in children as a parent and how to maintain resilience as both a parent and a child diagnosed with ADHD.

]]>In this episode we interview Reality Wellness Group Director, Charmaine Sheen, who talks about all things ADHD and parenting related. We get real about how to manage ADHD in children as a parent and how to maintain resilience as both a parent and a child diagnosed with ADHD.

]]>eb72a6a6-9ebc-4f54-ac6d-300d64134a0cWed, 26 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -040032:59falsefull1101019: Relationship Series: Building Phase/The Power Struggle Phase9: Relationship Series: Building Phase/The Power Struggle PhaseWe are back for the second phase of relationships, which is the building phase. This is the phase where the honeymoon is over and now is the time to build the REAL strong foundations for a strong relationship that will withstand. Join the Reality Wellness, featuring Adhip Maharaj, a Registered Counsellor for this pivotal stage of creating commitments and emotional contracts.

]]>We are back for the second phase of relationships, which is the building phase. This is the phase where the honeymoon is over and now is the time to build the REAL strong foundations for a strong relationship that will withstand. Join the Reality Wellness, featuring Adhip Maharaj, a Registered Counsellor for this pivotal stage of creating commitments and emotional contracts.

]]>5572d295-a5a1-468c-9ecc-2e20004a9f59Wed, 19 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -040046:30falsefull19918: Unpacking ADHD in Adults8: Unpacking ADHD in AdultsIn this episode we unpack the basics around ADHD, including what it is, how it impacts your day-to-day and how it influences your performance.

]]>In this episode we unpack the basics around ADHD, including what it is, how it impacts your day-to-day and how it influences your performance.

]]>cffb7194-2fbf-4f53-9f3d-ef1bb3344651Wed, 12 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -040039:16falsefull18817: What they didn't teach you in school: First Time Worker7: What they didn't teach you in school: First Time WorkerIn this episode we unpack the experiences of being a first time worker and all of the things that would be helpful to know when joining your first job. This episode is perfect for anyone who has recently joined the work force and is not sure of the skills and information needed to function in the workplace.

]]>In this episode we unpack the experiences of being a first time worker and all of the things that would be helpful to know when joining your first job. This episode is perfect for anyone who has recently joined the work force and is not sure of the skills and information needed to function in the workplace.

]]>1b35dd42-f32b-466b-8a44-0f619a8cc02bWed, 05 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -040034:29falsefull17716: Relationship Series: The Honeymoon Phase6: Relationship Series: The Honeymoon PhaseIn this episode we are joined by Adhip Maharaj, a registered counsellor, to provide insight on the different phases of relationships. This marks the first episode of the relationship series.

]]>In this episode we are joined by Adhip Maharaj, a registered counsellor, to provide insight on the different phases of relationships. This marks the first episode of the relationship series.

]]>ec973969-31a2-47e9-9a64-9c22c84f5645Wed, 26 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -040044:46falsefull16615: Being A First Time Parent (What I Wish They Told Me)5: Being A First Time Parent (What I Wish They Told Me)In this episode, the host gives a candid account of her experiences with being a first time mom and what she wished she was told. From pregnancy brain to post-partum anxiety, this podcast is for you if you would like to know more about first time parenting - a mom's perspective.

]]>In this episode, the host gives a candid account of her experiences with being a first time mom and what she wished she was told. From pregnancy brain to post-partum anxiety, this podcast is for you if you would like to know more about first time parenting - a mom's perspective.

]]>589a6dbd-a4a2-4b47-8544-5dca85bbee85Wed, 19 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -040031:18falsefull15514: Set Intentions over Resolutions4: Set Intentions over ResolutionsIn this episode we talk about how setting an intention for the year may yield better results than setting resolutions.

]]>In this episode we talk about how setting an intention for the year may yield better results than setting resolutions.

]]>27034f46-5336-4c10-ab73-a9362f2b683aWed, 05 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -040019:30falsefull14413: Hello, who's this?: All about Identity3: Hello, who's this?: All about IdentityIn this episode we interview Molebogeng Diseko, a Registered Counsellor, on the all things related to identity. Have you ever felt that you are spiraling because you no longer feel you are the same person you were before, and you start to ask yourself the question, who am I? Who do I want to be? In this episode we explore this topic from a psychosocial perspective and provide practical tips to figuring out how to develop your identity.

]]>In this episode we interview Molebogeng Diseko, a Registered Counsellor, on the all things related to identity. Have you ever felt that you are spiraling because you no longer feel you are the same person you were before, and you start to ask yourself the question, who am I? Who do I want to be? In this episode we explore this topic from a psychosocial perspective and provide practical tips to figuring out how to develop your identity.

]]>56370124-d506-4ac4-8a39-5747e0c22cd0Wed, 29 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -040031:13falsefull13312: The Power of Optimism2: The Power of OptimismIn this episode we feature Reality Wellness Group's Director, Charmaine Sheen, where she talks about the true Power of Optimism in your life.

]]>In this episode we feature Reality Wellness Group's Director, Charmaine Sheen, where she talks about the true Power of Optimism in your life.

]]>16a2186b-8773-40c2-9eca-2892bf836833Wed, 15 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -040023:26falsefull12211: Introduction: What is A Little Bit of Reality?1: Introduction: What is A Little Bit of Reality?What is A Little Bit of Reality all about? Here is quick introduction to find out what to expect in the episodes to come.

]]>What is A Little Bit of Reality all about? Here is quick introduction to find out what to expect in the episodes to come.

]]>4fd98f7f-42a5-4dcd-9ae6-f1da6963197cWed, 01 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -040002:58falsefull1111