In this speech to the 10th Annual Reunion Conference of Oko Chapter of Presbyterian Student Fellowship, Nigeria, Dr. Ohiro Oni-Eseleh talks about "The Invisible Weight That We Carry." He discusses some of the inner struggles with which people live even as they perform their daily tasks, argues that not all suffering is visible, and offers ways in which the invisible burdens can be laid down to…
Welcome back to Ruminations with Ohiro Oni-Eseleh . I'm your host, Dr. Ohiro Oni-Eseleh, psychotherapist, professor, and founder of Integrative Ruminations. Today, we are talking about something many people experience but often struggle to recognize: emotional exhaustion. It's more than simply feeling tired after a long day. Emotional exhaustion is what happens when you've been carrying stress,…
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In this episode of Ruminations , Ohiro Oni-Eseleh explores a difficult but necessary truth: sometimes, love alone cannot sustain a relationship. “When Love Is Not Enough” examines the emotional, psychological, and relational factors that determine whether love can truly thrive—or quietly unravel. Through reflective insight and honest conversation, this episode unpacks the roles of communication,…
Born and raised in Lagos, Nigeria, Ms. Funmto Ogunbamwo is passionate about dispelling the myths and stereotypes around mental health in Africa. A graduate of Austin College and Southern Methodist University in Texas, USA, Fumto is the founder of Ibi Ayo Therapy and Wellness in Lagos, Nigeria. She also runs a blog called Out of The Heart which is dedicated to exploring mental health, faith, young…
Mr. Michael Balles is a clinical social work practitioner and administrator. He is the Director of the Council on Addiction Prevention and Education (CAPE) of Dutchess County, New York. He has a record of significant accomplishments as an administrator in the the field of addictions treatment and has occupied major roles in several establishments. In this conversation, he provides an in-depth…
Ms. Julianah Abimbola Ogundimu, MSW, MBA and Master CASAC-G is a Team Leader/Opioid Disorder System Specialist at Ulster County NY Sheriff Office and Adjunct Professor of Criminal Justice & Human Services. In this expansive interview, she discusses her work, the etiology and impact of substance addiction, and the effects of stigma associated with substance misuse. This is a public episode. If you…
Dr. Chikezie Uzuegbunam is the MA Program Coordinator in the School of Journalism and Media Studies at Rhodes University, South Africa. He is also the Acting Deputy Head of School in the same department. He has published prolifically, with over 30 peer-reviewed academic outputs in the areas of digital technology, young people and media, popular culture, political and health communication, and…
Dawn Wilkin is NYS OASAS Credentialed Prevention Specialist with 24 years experience in the prevention field She provides trainings and technical assistance throughout the Mid-Hudson Region in New York State. Currently she is the Director of Prevention Services for Catholic Charities of Orange, Sullivan & Ulster Counties in New York State, overseeing substance use prevention programs and services…