Finding Yourself | MENtality with Ebuka, Banky W & Mai Atafo

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In this episode of MENtality with Ebuka, host Ebuka Obi-Uchendu is joined by co-host Banky Wellington, alongside celebrated and Award-winning fashion entrepreneur and creative visionary Mai Atafo, for an honest and thought-provoking conversation about identity, purpose, and the lifelong journey of finding yourself as a man.What does it truly mean for a man to find himself in a society that has already decided who he should be?Across Nigeria and much of Africa, men are often handed a script long before they understand who they are. Be successful. Get married. Provide for your family. Lead. Achieve status. Yet, beneath these expectations are men quietly navigating questions of identity, self-worth, fulfilment, and purpose.The discussion explores the tension between authenticity and expectation, examining how economic realities and deeply rooted cultural beliefs around being the "provider" and "leader" can significantly shape the psychological wellbeing of young men. The episode challenges the notion that manhood is a destination defined by external milestones and instead presents it as an evolving journey of self-discovery.Together, the conversation unpacks personal reinvention, the courage to redefine yourself beyond the labels society assigns, and the pursuit of a purpose rooted not in performance, but in alignment with one's values, passions, and convictions. Through Mai Atafo's personal experiences and insights, the episode offers a refreshing perspective on embracing change, navigating transitions, and becoming the man you were created to be rather than the man the world expects.Because perhaps finding yourself isn't about becoming someone new. It's about having the courage to meet yourself honestly for the very first time.Connect with the Hosts:• Ebuka – Instagram, X• Banky W – Instagram• Mai Atafo – Instagram• MENtality Podcast – InstagramListen & Subscribe:• YouTube – Link• Apple Podcasts – Link• Spotify – LinkJoin the Conversation:• Use #MENtalityWithEbuka• Rate & Review the showMENtality With Ebuka is a p