Cape Town — Former KayaFM radio host Unathi Nkayi recently revealed she suffered from depression and that actress Minnie Dlamini helped her get through it.
She also revealed how her children reacted to her depression.
According to The South African, Unathi and Minnie spoke often.
Unathi said Minnie was a big reason why she was able to get out of her depression and she took to her Instagram story to give Minnie praise for her help.
“Therapy Tuesdays: When you literally pulled me out of depression; stuck in my bedroom for a week and flew me to you. I love you Gazlam @minniedlamini,” Unathi wrote.
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Unathi also revealed that she told her children about her depression and apologised to them for her behaviour in the past. However, it seems her children have taken it well and she said they laughed at her for it.
“THERAPY TUESDAY KIDS. My daughter and son over the weekend were reminding me of how different I was 5 to 6 years ago. My daughter started by laughing and saying ‘Snako do you remember how Moms used to shout at us for everything about 5 to 6 years ago?’ They both laughed and told me how much they prefer the patient, kind and most importantly fun mom I am now.” she said.
She added that she told them “Hurt people hurt people'”and when she was going through her divorce, she treated her children unfairly and she thanked them for hold her accountable for her behaviour and how it made her feel.
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Below are some of the reactions from Unathi’s fans and followers to her post and her message:
“The beauty and power of a parent taking accountability for their actions. Well done mama. You are an incredible mother. Never forget that🤗,” one follower wrote.
“I love how you acknowledged your error and apologised❤️,” another follower said.
“It’s beautiful and encouraging when children see the progress you’ve made! 👌🏽🙏🏽,” said another.
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Compiled by Matthew Petersen
