Hey everyone! We're back for Season 2 of our podcast, "Two Is Better Than One," with Khanya and Thando and we couldn't be more excited. In this episode, we dive deep into the idea of community and belonging, inspired by Exodus 3:9-10. This Biblical passage speaks of the Israelites' cries for deliverance from slavery in Egypt, which God heard and remembered. In a similar way, we want to explore how our individual stories of struggle and triumph can be woven together into a beautiful tapestry of human experience.

Hello, hi everybody welcome back to the Two is Better than One podcast...Our first ever episode for 2024!!! So, as we enter 2024, Prepare for Positive. Surround Yourself with Smiles. ALWAYS PUT GOD FIRST IN EVERYTHING!! Here's to a prosperous 2024!

The last few months signalling the end of the year can be overwhelming with some people experiencing what is also known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).  It’s no doubt that twelve months can be a roller coaster and having to pass through the numerous challenges you are faced with from work to family to other aspects of your general life all year round,can have you stressed and exhausted over time without you even realizing. There are several reasons why you might experience year-end anxiety or seasonal affective disorder (SAD). It’s very usual to feel sad and anxious about the end of something, think how it felt when you left high school, the University, started a new job or made a career change. As with beginnings, endings can come with a lot of anxiety. In between trying to track your goals for the year, hit set deadlines, wrap up your plans and get yourself ready and prepared for the new year, there’s a lot of emotions that follow these closing events. But it’s important to note that all the emotions you might feel from anxiety to depression, frustration or anger can be caused by persistently judging yourself, feeling like you are undeserving, imperfect or not good enough. Or perhaps you set certain goals to hit before the end of the year that you are yet to meet or you’ve been unable to break out of a habit you desperately wanted to OR that you’ve worked so hard yet achieved only very little. Another cause of year-end anxiety might be the high expectations from family and friends. The festivities come with a lot of overwhelming activities that can have you tired, exhausted, stressed and mentally drained.  

Hello, Hi everyone welcome back to the TWO IS BETTER THAN ONE PODCAST. Join Khanya and Thando as they get deep and personal on this episode as they disect imposter syndrome in their lives...

Welcome back to the 8th episode of Two Is Better Than One with Khanya and Thando . On this episode Khanya and Thando explain the importance of Posture. Practicing good posture can make a big difference in our health, well-being, mood and appearance. A good posture does not mean that we stand at attention with an upright and tight body. In fact, anyone who holds this position without the right posture will faint due to low blood circulation. Having good posture means standing in a way that the muscles are being held in a natural and neutral position. The right spiritual posture improves our spiritual health. When we properly align to Christ, God’s umbrella of protection will protect us from unnecessary hurt, harm and danger. For a believer, the natural position is one where we submit and align to God to live uprightly. As we align to God, our spiritual health improves because we learn to: Walk in His will (Psalm 1:1 84:11, John 14:6, 1 John 1:5-7) Delight in doing His will (Psalm 1:2, Psalm 37:4, John 14:21-23)Meditate on his word so the eyes of our soul will be focused on God way so Our spiritual posture whether we are standing, walking or sitting must include a heart that bows down to God’s will. The right posture empowers our prayer, magnifies our praise, validates our purpose and lights our paths. When our spiritual posture aligns with God everything else will fall in place

“Which of you, intending to build a tower, does not sit down first and count the cost, whether he has enough to finish it?” Luke 14:28 Destiny for many people is a mystery, especially as it concerns how we should live in regards to what God has planned for our lives. However, destiny goes beyond just what God has planned—it is about making decisions that are in sync with that plan. Too many live reactively rather than proactively.  We must become more proactive if we are to express God’s plan for our lives in such a way we impact our world as ambassadors of Christ. We each wrestle with what we should do, what’s right, who we should invite into our lives—how we should best manage, say, do any number of things. …which of you intending…  This is the Law of Intention. The word “intending” here is the Greek word thelo, which means “to will, to purpose, to determine, or to resolve.” When it comes to making quality decisions, these are resolutions—intentions you resolve to fulfill. Your future is an act of will, not an act of skill. Too often we say we don’t have the education or experience or expertise—we tell ourselves we lack the necessary skill. However, making a difference, doing something better, or being able to improve the quality of your life is not a skill, it’s an act of the will. THE POWER OF INTENTION “Which of you, intending to build a tower, does not sit down first and count the cost, whether he has enough to finish it?” Luke 14:28 Destiny for many people is a mystery, especially as it concerns how we should live in regards to what God has planned for our lives. However, destiny goes beyond just what God has planned—it is about making decisions that are in sync with that plan. Too many live reactively rather than proactively.  We must become more proactive if we are to express God’s plan for our lives in such a way we impact our world as ambassadors of Christ. We each wrestle with what we should do, what’s right, who we should invite into our lives—how we should best manage, say, do any number of things. …which of you intending…  This is the Law of Intention. The word “intending” here is the Greek word thelo, which means “to will, to purpose, to determine, or to resolve.” When it comes to making quality decisions, these are resolutions—intentions you resolve to fulfill. Your future is an act of will, not an act of skill. Too often we say we don’t have the education or experience or expertise—we tell ourselves we lack the necessary skill. However, making a difference, doing something better, or being able to improve the quality of your life is not a skill, it’s an act of the will. “Which of you, intending to build a tower, does not sit down first and count the cost?” Luke 14:28 If you intend to do something, you will sit down and give that intention some thought—you will go from intention (motive) to thought (mechanism). People don’t have the future they dream of because they don’t put enough thought into it. They allow other people’s thoughts to determine where they are going. As you think in your heart, so you will be. What you think about yourself—what you believe is possible for you to become, do, or have—is exactly what you will be, do, or have for no other reason than these are your thoughts! (See Proverbs 23:7.) The verse from Luke goes on to say that only after counting the cost would a wise man build. The intention followed by thought therefore is proceeded by action. When it comes to your life, this is how destiny is birthed; it flows from these three dimensions: BLOGS | EMPOWERMENT THE POWER OF INTENTION June 11, 2018 “Which of you, intending to build a tower, does not sit down first and count the cost, whether he has enough to finish it?” Luke 14:28 Destiny for many people is a mystery, especially as it concerns how we should live in regards to what God has pl

  0 How To Live In Your Truth: The Difference Between Personal Values And Social Conditioning To live in your truth can mean a lot of different things. Intuitively, you know that state. You can feel it when it happens. But to put it into words can be hard. Based on the changing circumstances, living in your truth may manifest in several ways: ‍ Making decisions based on love rather than fear; Saying no when you mean no, and yes when you mean yes; Living according to your values; Sourcing your sense of power and self-worth from within; Prioritizing self-expression over the fear of judgment; Honoring your gut feeling and intuition alongside analytical thinking; Seeing your thoughts, feelings and beliefs as temporary experiences, and not who you are. ‍ Living in your truth may sound serious and philosophical. In reality, it usually manifests through the little things in your life. How you make everyday decisions often shows whether or not you’re being true to yourself.

Matters of the heart affect us to our core, and they also produce effects that determine who we are and who we become. Take time to reflect and pause with a self-inventory. What state of condition is your heart in? Is it open and loving of all people? Matters of the heart are the most important things in our lives that move us deeply. They bring us joy and laughter, along with sadness and tears. They are things that touch our hearts, fill our hearts, and break our hearts. They are what make us fully human. Matters of the heart connect us to each other and to God. Matters of the Heart What really matters in life? What protects us from descent and strife? Things that stir and move our souls Our true character, they shape and mold Matters of the Heart are sent through prayer They are about love, compassion, and care They are when we love strong and deep They can lead us to cry and make us weep Heart matters cause us to attach and connect They give us insight and make us reflect Emotions and feelings are tightly bound to them Knowing these hurts with pain can condemn Heart matters can give us suffering from loss But we still continue to give our hearts no matter the cost Matters of the Heart make us stop and pause They are the solutions, not the cause The heart is our centering main life source Matters of the Heart are our driving force Tenderness and sensitivity are worn on the sleeves They hold us close, not wanting to leave Matters of the Heart make life worth living They can deplete us, but they keep us giving Matters of the Heart draw us to God, never to be alone Matters of the Heart always help us find our way back home "My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever." Psalm 73:26 "For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also." Matthew 16:21 "Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it." Proverbs 4:23 "Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me." Psalm 51:10

It is very important that we understand the place of character in our relationships. Beauty and appearance attract a man or woman but character sustains the relationship, either friendship or courtship and even marriage.What is Character: character is not something that you buy, it is not a commodity that can be bartered for, it is not quality suited for only the rich and the famous, rather, Character is built upon the foundational commitment of love, honesty and compassion for others. Character is your identity, who you are, when no one is watching. How to build/Correct Character in a Relationship: There are few ways we can help our partner to build their character without making them feel less of themselves; A. The first thing is to acknowledge the need for change B. Seek the help of the holy spirit by praying for them and with them C. Correct them in love D. Do not correct them publicly as it could ruin their self-esteem E. Be patient with their pace of development F. Do not compare them to other people, nor your relationship with other people Kindly note that, once you have done all that you can do, and there are no changes, please know when to exit a toxic relationship, do not take the place of the holy spirit, only the holy spirit has the convicting power to change people, a broken relationship is better than a broken home. Never entertain what you cannot endure for a long period of time.

The quality of your life is determined by the quality of your relationships. Unfortunately, most people mismanage their relationships, and suffer immensely as a result. As complex as the dynamic between any two individuals can be, there are a few universal principles that govern all relationships.It’s absolutely critical that you’re honest with yourself about all the ways you act vengefully in your relationships. Many people are convinced they are pure of heart and would never harm a soul. These people typically carry out the most subtle and insidious acts of vengeance. Personally, my default means of expressing resentment is to go cold. I’ll ignore the person I resent, and stop doing fun or nice things for them. In the moment, I may make up a reason like “I’m just tired” or “I don’t feel like it.” — but now I know myself well enough to recognize those as lies. In truth, my coldness is a way to repay the pain I experienced, since I know people feel pain when I do that.

The more closely we are connected to the people we love, the happier we feel and the more personal satisfaction we have in our lives. Most people rate moments of connection and shared enjoyment with their loved ones as their most important life experiences.These important relationships not only include family and personal friends but also the wider groups and communities we belong to. Forming connections and a sense of community with work colleagues, neighbours and the various groups that make up our identity (such as sports, hobbies, religious and community groups), all contribute to our well-being. Forming a sense of belonging with other people around a shared mission or identity is a major contributor to our sense of personal meaning in life. In this episode join KHANYA & THANDO as they share their how their personal resilience is interwoven into resilience of the communities to which we belong. It is from the web of our relationships and connections with other people that we draw our strength. Such communities can lift us when we are down and give us the capacity to deal with whatever challenges come our way.

There is sooo much to say regarding partnerships and relationships especially in this day and age. Join Khanya and Thando as they give their own perspective to this topic. Let's sit down and have a relatable conversation