The Magic Moments episode from the MYD series, Independent Connection. Here we look back at the series, and the many voices that gave insight into the strength of connection, and how this enables freedom and independence. “If you humble yourself and choose to uplift and serve others in the process, through that, you will be uplifted. For me that is what connecting …
An ancient practice, Yoga is more than 10,000 years old with the earliest mention of the tradition found in the worlds oldest surviving literature. There are reasons why this practice has survived to still be part of society today, as science discovers more of these benefits. From regulating adrenal glands, to reducing blood pressure, the list of benefits to a …
Creating an income from what started at a hobby, Namibian born, Moris David has become known in the city centre for his consistently happy face and generously warm-hearted nature. That and his intricate and beautifully crafted wire and bead craft pieces, many of which are made from recycled materials. While discussing his approach to business and what enabled him to …
To connect with others, we need to be able to connect with ourselves first. In this episode of the MYD Show, we were joined in studio by certified Meditation Coach and International Speaker, Melissa Mukaiwa. Melissa shared with us on how to connect with ourselves and why this is about tapping into our own power. “So often you will hear …
Loving yourself, as you are, is the foundation on which you enable yourself to achieve your dreams. Priscilla, the Namibian Dessert Queen, is an example of this. “We tend to generalise ourselves into what society thinks about us, what other people feel you must fit in. But for me, I found my own power, my own foundation and I’m not …
Namibian born musician, composer, performing artist and musical activist, Elemotho, is about to release his fourth album. Touted as the soundtrack to the new sunrise which is on the rise, 99FM’s MYD Art spoke to the award winning artist with powerful messages for our modern times. “Perception is everything and intention drives the spirit and heart more than we think.” …
Nestled in the heart of Windhoek is a little bookstore with Namibian patriotism displayed on the shelves as literature. “We try to have all Namibian books available and anything about Namibia.” Explains owner, Angela Hofmeyer, who goes on to say, “people want Namibian products, they want Namibian books.” Talking the business of running a book store, reading, and getting the …
An advocate for conscious social development, musician, composer, permaculturalist and educator, Joel Karabo Elliott joined us in studio for this episode of the MYD Show. “I started growing weary of American society, through college and in my first job. I got weary of the paradigm and the lack of creativity and I had this aching, this yearning to taste an …
Deep connection nurtures relationships But how do you maintain your independence within the realms of a healthy connected relationship? This is what 99FM’s Heart asked Namibian Clinical Psychologist and regular MYD contributor, Heidi Burmeister Nel. “It may seem like independence and connection are opposing forces, yet the one strongly contributes and influences to the other. We need enough connection to …
Curator of Collections at the National Art Gallery of Namibia and Artist, Gina Figueira, joined us in studio for this episode of the MYD Show. “Artists are giving something of themselves in their art making, and that’s a vulnerability that you produce when you open yourself up for that sharing, and I think that it’s only though making yourself vulnerable …