Podcast
Women's Mentoring Foundation
Hosted by Pushpa Vaghela · EN
The Founder of WMF, Pushpa Vaghela, is on a mission for her calling and purpose to empower culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) women in Australia to move past trauma, painful challenges and distressful situations, to become stronger and to attain their best selves.
Women’s Mentoring Foundation (WMF) provides benevolent relief to CALD women suffering from distress or poverty, and helps women heal from hurt, distress, grief, and trauma and increase their confidence, focus, better mental, emotional, physical, and social wellbeing; and the prevention of suicide through various programs.
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The Silent Torment: Unveiling the Trauma of the Silent Treatment in Relationships
May 18, 202300:04:06Tap to summarizeIn this compelling podcast series, Pushpa Vaghela, the CEO of Women's Mentoring Foundation, delves into a deeply distressing aspect of relationships that often goes unnoticed: the silent treatment. Join us as we shed light on the emotional and mental anguish experienced by our clients, predominantly women, who endure prolonged periods of silence from their partners after an argument or disagreement. Through intimate consultation and expert insights, we explore the profound impact of the silent treatment on individuals' well-being, self-esteem, and mental health. We hear firsthand accounts from brave survivors who have weathered days of agonizing silence, desperately seeking connection and communication. Their heartbreaking stories reveal the devastating consequences, including breakdowns and even contemplation of suicide. By examining the psychological motives behind this form of manipulation and control, we aim to expose the predatory behavior of those who derive pleasure from their partners' suffering. Our discussions also challenge societal norms and shed light on the trauma caused by non-physical abuse, as silence can often be more traumatic than overt forms of domestic violence. Join WMF as we navigate the complexities of this silent torment, offering guidance, support, and hope for those who have experienced or are currently trapped in this distressing cycle. Together, we will empower survivors, raise awareness, and advocate for healthier, more compassionate relationships.
Transcribe →You Are Not Alone: A Conversation About Mental Health and Overcoming Life's Challenges
May 9, 202300:10:02Tap to summarizeIn this episode, CEO & Founder of WMF, Pushpa Vaghela focuses on mental health and the various challenges that people face in their daily lives. Whether you're a young person struggling with anxiety or an older person dealing with depression, we all go through moments of loneliness, anxiety, and sorrow. From entrepreneurs to parents, we hear from people from all walks of life about their experiences with mental health and the strategies they use to overcome their challenges. If you're looking for hope and inspiration, join us for this conversation about mental health and overcoming life's challenges.
Transcribe →Holistic Health and Wellness
Apr 30, 202300:10:27Tap to summarizeIn this Episode, The CEO of WMF, Pushpa Vaghela explores how our mindset, food, drink, environment, social connections, thoughts, and words all play a critical role in our mental well-being. Join us on Women's Mentoring Foundation podcast as we explore the multifaceted nature of mental health and learn how to cultivate a balanced and thriving life.
Transcribe →Letting Go of Unproductive Work Habits to Reduce Stress
Apr 16, 202300:11:56Tap to summarizeIn this week's podcast, CEO of WMF, Pushpa Vaghela explores the link between unproductive work habits and stress. Join us as we discuss the importance of letting go of work-related tasks that don't produce results, and how doing so can significantly reduce stress levels. Tune in to discover practical strategies for identifying and eliminating unproductive work habits, so you can improve your productivity and well-being.
Transcribe →Exploring Emotional Intelligence for Women of Diverse Backgrounds
Mar 25, 202300:08:56Tap to summarizeAt WMF, we offer guidance, support and valuable resources that ultimately empower women to positively change their lives. In this episode, The CEO of WMF, Pushpa Vaghela, talks about her passion of helping women to become stronger mentally and emotionally.
Transcribe →Honoring Women's Resilience and Strength
Mar 25, 202300:07:08Tap to summarizeDid you know that International Women's Day (IWD) is a worldwide celebration of women's social, economic, cultural and political achievements? It also serves a call to action to accelerate gender equality. The theme of IWD 2023 was #EmbraceEquity, emphasising the importance of gender equity in all aspects of society. This is an area, that we are passionate about, in promoting equity and fair treatment of all, WMF supports this throughout the year, each year.
Transcribe →Navigating Mental Health as a Culturally Diverse Woman
Mar 13, 202300:09:09Tap to summarizeIn this podcast, The CEO of Women's Mentoring Foundation speaks about her own journey to mental health. "Drawing on my own traumatic experiences, I found the WMF to share the tools and resources I used in my recovery to help you and other women who are on their road to recovery but may not have the skills and insights to do so, or even access to the right support services", said Pushpa Vaghela.
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Supporting CALD women in Australia overcome challenges and build resilience
Feb 5, 202300:12:09Tap to summarizeIn this Episode, Pushpa Vaghela, the founder and CEO of WMF, talks about Australian CALD communities and their access to mental health services. WMF welcomes women and youth from culturally and Linguistics communities to their new beginning, to the start of their transformation from hurting to healing (following any trauma), and to the life they’ve dreamt of living, but which seemed impossible! Something which they can only do once the recovery process starts – and that can only happen at a deeper inner level. We provide the counseling, mentoring, coaching, tools and resources needed to help women regain their confidence, develop better coping mechanisms, and create a positive impact on their life.
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