BOUNCE UP - A Podcast on Mental Resilience

Student Counselling Unit & TuksFM - University of Pretoria
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This podcast is aimed at enhancing the mental health and resilience of students at the University of Pretoria (UP), South Africa. It was created and founded in 2020 by Ms Ruqayya Seedat, Senior Psychologist from the Student Counselling Unit at UP.

  1. S6: Ep1 - How to survive and thrive at UP?

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    S6: Ep1 - How to survive and thrive at UP?

    This 6th season is proudly brought to you by the Student Counselling Unit at the University of Pretoria, in collaboration with TuksFM. Our guest speakers for Episode 1, Season 6 are Ms Nandi Ramatlotlo and Ms Nkateko Mathebula, both Intern Counselling Psychologists from the Student Counselling Unit. This episode is aimed at our 1st years and undergraduates, and the topic is "how to survive and thrive at UP?" This episode will focus on (1) Important skills, tips and lessons required at the start of your university journey to ensure a smooth transition from high school to university, (2) info about the various support resources available to our UP students and (3) understanding what academic exclusion is and how to avoid academic exclusion.

    18 min
  2. S5: Ep7 - How to take care of our Mental Health (Bonus Episode for World Mental Health Day)

    10/10/2025

    S5: Ep7 - How to take care of our Mental Health (Bonus Episode for World Mental Health Day)

    Our guest speakers for this 7th episode are Ms Shela Tlamama (Registered Counsellor) and Ms Sibongile Sibanyoni (Senior Clinical Psychologist), both from the Student Counselling Unit. This episode focuses on understanding the concept of mental health and how we can nurture and maintain optimal levels of mental health.

    34 min
  3. S5: Ep6 - The Maze of Masculinity & the Mental Health Struggles of Men

    10/10/2025

    S5: Ep6 - The Maze of Masculinity & the Mental Health Struggles of Men

    Our guest speaker for this 6th episode is Mr. Tumelo "Duke" Rasebopye, who is a diversity and inclusion specialist at the University of Pretoria's Transformation Office. This episode will focus on unpacking the construct of Masculinity and understanding the mental health struggles that men face as a result of certain limiting notions of masculinity.

    27 min
  4. S5: Ep5 - Social Media Pressures: The Comparison Factor

    08/29/2025

    S5: Ep5 - Social Media Pressures: The Comparison Factor

    Our guest speakers for this 5th episode are Ms Shela Tlamama (Registered Counsellor) and Ms Lesedi Mosime (Intern Counselling Psychologist), both from the Student Counselling Unit. This episode will unpack the impact of social media on our mental health, specifically the comparison factor and how we can navigate and utilise social media in a healthier, more effective way.

    23 min
  5. S5: Ep4 - Nurturing Bonds: Developing and Maintaining Healthy Relationships

    04/07/2025

    S5: Ep4 - Nurturing Bonds: Developing and Maintaining Healthy Relationships

    Our guest speaker for this 4th episode is Ms Nthabiseng Moeketsi, Senior Counselling Psychologist from the Student Counselling Unit. The following will be discussed during this episode: -How do we define relationships - What a healthy relationship looks like - Setting healthy boundaries - Effective communication - Conflict resolution - Being aware of red flags

    19 min
  6. S5: Ep3 - Triggers vs Glimmers

    03/03/2025

    S5: Ep3 - Triggers vs Glimmers

    In this 3rd episode titled "Triggers vs Glimmers" , our guest speakers are Ms Senate Letsie, Intern Counselling Psychologist and Dr Hanle Kirkcaldy, Head: Student Counselling Unit. The following will be discussed during this episode: - What are triggers? - What are glimmers? - The value of stress management - Emotion regulation skills - Mindfulness Skills

    13 min
  7. S5: Ep2 - The Power of Resilience for academic and personal success

    02/03/2025

    S5: Ep2 - The Power of Resilience for academic and personal success

    In this 2nd episode of the season, our guest speakers are Ms Cherissa O' Brien, Intern Counselling Psychologist and Ms Ruqayya Seedat, Senior Counselling Psychologist, both from the Student Counselling Unit at UP. The following will be discussed in this episode: understanding resilience the factors that build resilience how setbacks can be reframed as opportunities for growth resilience building exercises that an individual can practice and implement managing expectations.

    37 min
  8. S5: Ep1 - Adjustment 101

    01/14/2025

    S5: Ep1 - Adjustment 101

    This 5th season is proudly brought to you by the Student Counselling Unit at the University of Pretoria, in collaboration with TuksFM. The 1st episode of this season focuses on how to adjust well to university. The expert speakers for this episode are Mr Dylan Tshuketana and Ms Lebo Sebola, both Intern Counselling Psychologists at the Student Counselling Unit. The following will be discussed in this episode: ● dealing with social isolation and building connections ● dealing with "Imposter Syndrome" ● balancing having independence and being responsible ● coping skills and building resilience.

    18 min
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This podcast is aimed at enhancing the mental health and resilience of students at the University of Pretoria (UP), South Africa. It was created and founded in 2020 by Ms Ruqayya Seedat, Senior Psychologist from the Student Counselling Unit at UP.

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  • Creator
    Student Counselling Unit & TuksFM - University of Pretoria
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    31
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Student Counselling Unit & TuksFM - University of Pretoria
  • Show Website
    BOUNCE UP - A Podcast on Mental Resilience