Namibia Future Media Nova 1035 - Karlien on Nova

Nova 1035 - Karlien on Nova

You want a friend, a friend that’s not perfect. A friend that sees the lighter side of life (perhaps weirder side) and takes your attention away from your own issues for a while. A friend who manages to make you see your issues differently. Perhaps making you realize that your issues aren’t that different at all (we ALL have issues)!
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9 June 2026 Update

Damian Schreiber from Ocean Conservation Namibia updates us each week on the amazing conservation work that they do at the coast of Namibia. Ocean Conservation Namibia (OCN) is a private initiative to rescue seals from entanglements.
9 Jun 6AM 2 min

The Almost Relationship

The “almost relationship” is one of the most emotionally draining places to be in dating. You talk every day. You connect. You feel close. But there’s always this missing piece… clarity. If someone genuinely wants to build with you… you won’t be confused about it for long.
9 Jun 5AM 3 min

Effort vs Overfunctioning

Effort is healthy in relationships. But overfunctioning is not. Because effort is shared… overfunctioning is one-sided. Love shouldn’t feel like you’re doing all the work.
8 Jun 5AM 3 min

Healthy Love After Toxic Love

Healthy love after toxic love can feel strange at first. Because when you’re used to emotional chaos, calm can feel like something is missing. No guessing. No highs and lows. No anxiety. And instead of thinking “this is good”… you might think “this feels too quiet.” But often, what feels…
5 Jun 5AM 3 min

Why Mixed Signals Can Feel Addictive

Mixed signals don’t just feel confusing… They feel emotionally addictive. Because your brain doesn’t respond to clarity — it responds to unpredictability. One moment you feel wanted. The next moment you feel unsure.
4 Jun 5AM 2 min

Healthy Relationship Habits People Often Overlook

Healthy relationships are often built through small habits: - consistency - communication - appreciation - emotional presence - respect during difficult moments Little things become big things over time.
3 Jun 5AM 3 min

2 June 2026 Update

Damian Schreiber from Ocean Conservation Namibia updates us each week on the amazing conservation work that they do at the coast of Namibia. Ocean Conservation Namibia (OCN) is a private initiative to rescue seals from entanglements.
2 Jun 6AM 2 min

When Vulnerability Isn't Actually Vulnerability

There's a difference between vulnerability and victimhood. Vulnerability says: - "This happened to me, and here's what I learned." Victimhood says: - "This happened to me, and everyone else is to blame." Pay attention when someone talks about their past. Do they only talk about what was done to them?…
2 Jun 4AM 3 min

The Difference Between Support and Enabling

Support and enabling are not the same thing. - Support encourages growth - Enabling protects unhealthy behaviour from consequences Helping someone shouldn’t require losing yourself in the process.
1 Jun 4AM 1 min

Why People Stay in Relationships They Know Aren’t Right

People don’t stay in unhealthy relationships because they’re weak. Sometimes they stay because: - they love deeply - they hope things will change - they fear starting over - they’re attached to potential - they don’t want to feel alone Leaving is hard. But so is slowly losing yourself.
28 May 5AM 2 min

Signs You’re Becoming Better at Relationships

Signs you’re becoming better at relationships: - communicating more clearly - recognising red flags earlier - no longer chasing inconsistency - staying calmer during conflict - choosing peace over chaos Growth changes how you love. What’s something you do differently in relationships now?
27 May 5AM 2 min

Robbie Wessels se Nuwe Liedjie

Robbie Wessels het onlangs 'n nuwe liedjie vrygestel en die lied is geïnspireer deur ’n persoonlike tyd in sy lewe toe hy rus gaan soek het aan die Weskus… en dit gevind het in Lambertsbaai. Dis ’n eerlike, opregte song oor ontsnap, asemhaal en weer jouself vind.
26 May 7AM 4 min

What Healthy Conflict Actually Looks Like

Healthy conflict isn’t about avoiding disagreements. It’s about handling them with: - respect - communication - accountability - emotional regulation Arguments shouldn’t become emotional destruction.
26 May 6AM 2 min

Update 26 May 2026

Damian Schreiber from Ocean Conservation Namibia updates us each week on the amazing conservation work that they do at the coast of Namibia. Ocean Conservation Namibia (OCN) is a private initiative to rescue seals from entanglements.
26 May 6AM 2 min

Nova Cares Friday - Ruach Elohim Foundation

In this month's edition of Nova Cares Friday we focus on Ruach Elohim Foundation and Ronel Peters talks to Karlien about where it all started, what their needs are and why adoption is so important. It's a heart warming and heart breaking story at the same time, yet Ronel's words…
22 May 6AM 45 min

Kobus Matthews stel emosionele nuwe liedjie “Ouma” bekend

Suid Afrikaanse kunstenaar Kobus Matthews het sy hart oopgemaak in sy splinternuwe liedjie, “Ouma” — ’n diep emosionele huldeblyk aan die vrou wat nie net sy ouma was nie, maar ook soos ’n ma vir hom. Met eerlike lirieke en rou emosie vertel “Ouma” die verhaal van liefde, opoffering en…
21 May 6AM 8 min

Why Closure Doesn’t Always Come From the Other Person

Closure doesn’t always come from the other person. Sometimes: - the apology never comes - the explanation never makes sense - the conversation never happens And healing begins when you stop waiting for someone else to give you peace.
21 May 5AM 2 min

The Difference Between Boundaries and Control

Control in relationships isn’t always obvious. Sometimes it looks like: - guilt - monitoring - isolation - emotional punishment - needing constant access or control Healthy love allows freedom, trust, and individuality.
20 May 4AM 3 min

Signs It Might Be Time to Leave a Relationship

Signs it might be time to leave a relationship: - you feel emotionally drained all the time - communication no longer feels safe or productive - your needs are constantly dismissed - you feel lonely inside the relationship - you’re abandoning yourself just to keep the peace Love matters. But…
19 May 5AM 3 min
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