The Sunshine Series- Mind wellness

22/05/2026

“What if I say the wrong thing?”

This is one of the most common fears people have when someone opens up to them, especially in sensitive moments.

And the truth is, saying the wrong thing can sometimes do more harm than good, even when you mean well.

That’s exactly why we created the Lay Counselling Training.

To help you know what to say, how to respond, and how to support people safely when it really matters.

📌 Send a WhatsApp message to +234 909 625 0384 to get started or ask questions about the training.

21/05/2026

Meet Our Newest Advisory Board Member: Amanda Etuk 🎉

We are excited to welcome to The Sunshine Series Advisory Board.

Amanda is a startup builder, operator, and ecosystem leader with over a decade of experience supporting businesses and entrepreneurs across Africa. She currently serves as Program Director at Cascador and previously co-founded Messenger, in addition to holding leadership roles at 54gene and Zippy Logistics.

A graduate of Pharmacy from the University of Lagos with a Master’s in Global Supply Chain and Logistics Management from the University of Sussex, Amanda brings a wealth of expertise in strategy, branding, operations, and partnerships.

As an Advisory Board Member, she will provide strategic guidance to strengthen our visibility, partnerships, and long-term impact.

Please join us in welcoming her to The Sunshine Series family. 💛

18/05/2026

Supporting someone through emotional distress takes more than good intentions. Many individuals, caregivers, workplaces, and HR teams want to help, but often do not know how to respond safely and effectively.

Our 5-Day Lay Counselling Training covers practical mental health support skills including understanding emotional pain, basic screening for depression and anxiety, psychological first aid, active listening, safe response techniques, referral pathways, and how to facilitate support groups within communities and organizations.

Whether you work with people directly or simply want to support others better, this training is designed to help you respond with greater confidence, empathy, and responsibility.

Call or message 09096250384 to register.

16/05/2026

Many boys grow up hearing that emotions should be hidden, vulnerability is weakness, and silence is strength.

But boys deserve emotional safety too.

They deserve spaces where they can speak honestly, ask for help, cry without shame, and be supported without judgment.

The way we raise boys shapes how they see themselves, how they build relationships, and how they navigate life as men.

This International Day of the Boy Child, we are reminding boys everywhere that their feelings matter too.

15/05/2026

This International Day of Families, the theme “Families, Inequalities and Child Wellbeing” reminds us that not all families have the same opportunities in life💛

In many African communities, some children have access to good schools, healthcare, and support, while others are facing poverty and limited resources. These differences shape how children grow, learn, and see themselves.

When families struggle, children feel it too, often through stress, low confidence, and emotional challenges.

That is why families, communities, and governments all have a role to play in supporting children better. When families are supported, children do better.

Every child deserves care, safety, and a fair chance in life, no matter where they are born.

13/05/2026

At The Journey Beyond the Title, hosted by the Nile Psychology Department, we had the opportunity to engage with undergraduate students in a powerful conversation about what lies beyond the classroom and what it truly means to grow into impactful psychologists, therapists, and counselors.

We moved beyond theory into reality, discussing the demands of the field, the emotional and ethical responsibilities, and the practical steps students can begin taking now to prepare for meaningful careers in mental health.

The session opened space for honest questions, reflection, and clarity on the skills, exposure, and mindset needed to thrive in this journey.

We remain committed to supporting the next generation of mental health professionals by creating platforms that equip, inspire, and strengthen young people for purpose-driven practice.

We are also open to partnerships with institutions and organizations interested in student engagement, mental health education, and capacity-building programs.

📩 For partnerships and collaborations, send an email to [email protected] 💚

13/05/2026

When a teenager starts pulling away, it does not always mean they do not need support. Sometimes, it means they do not know how to ask for help.

Teenagers today are dealing with pressure, anxiety, emotional struggles, peer influence, identity questions, and silent battles that many adults may not immediately recognize.

The 5-Day Lay Counselling Training is designed for parents, teachers, caregivers, and anyone who works closely with teenagers.

This training will help you build practical skills to communicate better, listen with empathy, reduce conflict, notice signs of emotional distress, and support teenagers with more confidence, care, and structure.

You will also learn basic screening support for depression, anxiety, stress, and emotional distress, psychological first aid skills, safe helping skills, support group facilitation, and when to refer for professional help.

📅 June 1–5, 2026
🎁 Early Bird Discount Applied
🎁 Special Bonus: First 5 confirmed participants receive 3 months of one-on-one coaching with Aisha Bubah.

To register or make enquiries, call or WhatsApp:
+234 909 625 0384

Teenagers may not always say it, but they still need safe adults who know how to support them.

11/05/2026

Nigeria’s mental health gap is not just clinical, it is also informational, cultural, and structural. And one of the most critical entry points for change is the NYSC ecosystem.

Last week, through our Mental Health Promotion Program for NYSC Corp Members, we implemented targeted mental health sensitization sessions across NYSC camps in Abuja and Nasarawa State, reaching corps members at scale during one of their most transitional life phases.

These sessions focused on:
- Mental health literacy and early identification of distress
- Reducing stigma in peer and community settings
- Introducing accessible support pathways, including lay counselling models
- Demonstrating the MindWelNest App as a digital entry point to mental wellbeing support

Beyond attendance, the key outcome was engagement, corps members actively participating in discussions, sharing lived experiences, and requesting structured support systems they can take into their communities.

This work reinforces a simple truth: when mental health education is embedded within existing national structures like NYSC, it becomes scalable, sustainable, and community-owned.

We are continuing to build this ecosystem through training, data-informed programming, and digital tools like mindwellnest app designed to bridge the gap between awareness and access.

This is not just outreach. It is infrastructure for mental wellbeing in young Nigeria 💛

And yes there’s an app for your “I’m stressed but I don’t know who to talk to” moments

Check out the mindwellnest app and join a growing community making mental wellbeing easier to access, one click at a time🥰

Apple Store: https://apps.apple.com/ng/app/mind-wellnest/id6755831408

Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sunshineseries.sunshine

08/05/2026

Stronger teams do not happen by chance.

Behind every productive workplace are people who feel supported, heard, and better equipped to handle pressure.

Our Lay Counselling Training helps HR managers, people leaders, and organizations build practical skills to support staff, manage difficult conversations, reduce conflict, and strengthen workplace wellbeing.

📅 June 1 to June 5, 2026
💰 Per participant: ₦337,500
💰 4 participants: ₦1,350,000

🎁 Special Bonus:
The first 5 confirmed participants receive 3 months one-on-one coaching with Aisha Bubah.

📞 Call or WhatsApp +234 909 625 0384 to register.

05/05/2026

Working with vulnerable communities means your team hears more than just project feedback.

They hear real life, stress, loss, pressure, survival.

And how they respond in those moments directly affects trust, outcomes, and the impact of your work.

Equip your team with the skills to handle these conversations well, so your programs don’t just reach people, they truly support them.

That’s stronger impact. Better trust. Better ROI.

📅 June 1–5

💸 N337,500 per person
💸 N1,350,000 for 4 participants

📌 Call/WhatsApp: +234 909 625 0384

02/05/2026