EPISODE · Mar 27, 2026 · 51 MIN
Suicide through a Cultural Lense | Robert Mumbwani
from Safe Space · host The Artistic Psychologist
In many African cultures, suicide is rarely spoken about openly. In this episode of Safe Space, we explore how the Bukusu culture in Kenya understands suicide, life, and community responsibility. Robert Mumbwani shares how traditional beliefs shape the way suicide is discussed, why it is often spoken about indirectly, and how families and communities respond when it happens. This conversation offers an important cultural perspective on suicide, stigma, and mental health in Kenya. Listen with care and pause if you need to. Support & Resources: Therapy Resource Catalogue - https://the-artisticpsychologist.com/therapy-mental-health-resources-by-the-artistic-psychologist/ External Suicide Toolkits - https://tr.ee/cQCujGXnvX Seeking Help Toolkit - https://tr.ee/orJUB1_Pu8 Grounding Exercises Toolkit - https://the-artisticpsychologist.com/grounding-exercises-a-quick-guide-for-intense-emotions/ Submit your Mental Health story via a voice note - Whatsapp Us on +254 788 036 727, Your story may be featured on our "In Your Own Words" segment of this podcast. Write for our Blog - https://zfrmz.com/H03NH23xUPly3ZJsEcVQ
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In many African cultures, suicide is rarely spoken about openly. In this episode of Safe Space, we explore how the Bukusu culture in Kenya understands suicide, life, and community responsibility. Robert Mumbwani shares how traditional beliefs shape the way suicide is discussed, why it is often spoken about indirectly, and how families and communities respond when it happens. This conversation offers an important cultural perspective on suicide, stigma, and mental health in Kenya. Listen with care and pause if you need to. Support & Resources: Therapy Resource Catalogue - https://the-artisticpsychologist.com/therapy-mental-health-resources-by-the-artistic-psychologist/ External Suicide Toolkits - https://tr.ee/cQCujGXnvX Seeking Help Toolkit - https://tr.ee/orJUB1_Pu8 Grounding Exercises Toolkit - https://the-artisticpsychologist.com/grounding-exercises-a-quick-guide-for-intense-emotions/ Submit your Mental Health story via a voice note - Whatsapp Us on +254 788 036 727, Your story may be featured on our "In Your Own Words" segment of this podcast. Write for our Blog - https://zfrmz.com/H03NH23xUPly3ZJsEcVQ
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