Death is the one certainty we all share, yet it is often the one topic we are most determined to avoid! This was on of my first episodes on my Spotify Podcast channel called: IntheMomentsZA it is a space where I gently navigate life, loss, death, dying, and all the moments in between. I explore why we stay silent and how we can begin to open the doors to these sacred conversations with grace and purpose. Inside this Episode I talk about: - Breaking the Taboo: Why the "Unknown" creates a structural barrier in our lives and how to start dismantling the fear. - Shifting the Narrative: Moving away from viewing death as a "negative" topic and seeing it as a vital part of living a full, conscious life. - The Shielding Trap: Why trying to "protect" our loved ones from the topic of mortality often leaves them—and us—unprepared and isolated. - A Touch of Home: Listen out for my fur babies who decided to contribute their own voices to the recording! 🎧 Listen Now: IntheMomentsZA Podcast Your Reflection: After you have listened, I would love for you to share your thoughts in the comments below. Which of the three resonated with you the most? 1. The fear of the unknown? 2. The discomfort of the topic? 3. The desire to shield others from pain? Remember: Be safe, be happy, be gentle, be kind. Most importantly, do it with grace and purpose.

Growth in the Messy Middle - The Many Faces of TransitionTransitions don’t only happen when something dramatic changes. They show up quietly in life stages, relationships, career shifts, loss, illness, identity changes, and even the passing of time. In this episode, I explore the many faces of transition and why the most important growth often happens in the messy middle, that uncertain space between who we were and who we are becoming. I dive into how transitions impact identity, belonging, and purpose, and why stabilising before strategising can make all the difference. If you are in-between chapters, this conversation is for you. Lisa - The Moment Mentor https://open.spotify.com/episode/2cgIuiKWQe8pb5loLlJ258?si=YVWsYDkPSeG23tNeu9Octg