At Thrive, we see trauma as a distortion of connection to self, safety, trust, and truth. Healing that trauma begins with restoring connection, learning to feel again, communicate clearly, and relate with presence and compassion. It is not about fixing people; it is about creating spaces where people remember how to thrive.
Thrive tackles real societal issue's like:
Bullying
Gender-based violence
Addiction and gang violence
Family breakdown
Community distrust and disconnection
Tackling toxic corporate culture by restoring trust, building emotional resilience, and creating spaces where teams feel human again.
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Meet the Founder
Brian Segal
Born in Johannesburg in 1964, his life reflects the power of small, intentional moments to shift from survival to thriving. With a background in Electronic Engineering from UCT, he built a global business in over 60 cities before transitioning into somatic facilitation. Brian now helps individuals and groups heal through embodied connection and relational intelligence. His approach blends entrepreneurial insight with emotional wisdom, guiding people to deeper self-worth, presence, and authentic communication. He believes anyone can thrive" just five minutes a day can change your life."
Somatic Relationship Facilitator | Engineer | Global Entrepreneur
Meet The Thrive Initiators
Our first 13 Thrive Initiators come from diverse walks of life, each carrying stories of loss, resilience, and hope. From childhood trauma, addiction, and grief to courage, love, and connection, they have chosen not to be defined by the past but to transform it into purpose. Their journeys now lead them toward healing, entrepreneurship, and community impact, reminding us that no matter where we come from, we all share the same longing for dignity, belonging, and the chance to create a future brighter than our pain
Lisakhanya
Mozongwana (Lisa)
Growing up with a single mother and longing for his father’s presence, Lisa dreams of becoming an entrepreneur, creating jobs, and uplifting his community through empowerment.
Wendy
Tshabe
After losing her father and struggling with low self-esteem, Wendy is rediscovering her dreams of media and storytelling while learning to stand tall in her own voice.
Samantha
Dyantyi (Lebo)
Having faced depression, bullying, and the loss of his father, Lebo dreams of returning to study, opening a production company, and sharing stories that inspire healing.
Yolanda
Dyantyi (Yoli)
Having lost her father and endured deep trauma, Yolanda is rebuilding her life with the dream of finishing matric, becoming a nurse, and moving beyond survival.
Anam
Baleni
Between two very different upbringings, Aman dreams of becoming a pilot and living freely, while Thrive is helping him understand himself and others more deeply..
Ziyanda
Kostauli (Ziya)
Facing self-doubt and financial insecurity, Ziyanda dreams of becoming a sports coach, gaining confidence, and no longer feeling like a burden.
Unathi
Michelle
With the dream of becoming a social worker, Unathi is growing confidence, learning boundaries, and building the skills to support children and survivors of domestic violence.
Luzuko
Magadu (Taz)
Having endured early loss, addiction, and single motherhood, Taz dreams of guiding others in mental health and social work, while continuing to heal and grow stronger.
Luzuko
Mqhele
After years of grief, drinking, and avoidance, Luzuko now dreams of a stable job, his own home, and teaching in his community while practicing healthier ways of coping.
Ntombizodwa
Jara (Zoe)
After growing up with separation and ongoing trauma, Zoe dreams of becoming a teacher or social worker, creating safe spaces where children can heal and thrive.
Sinazo
Mzomba (Snazo)
Still searching for identity and healing anger toward family, Snazo dreams of building her own beauty business, buying her mother a restaurant, and learning to trust again.
Kholiswa
Maki (Cole)
Carrying the pain of loss and family conflict, Cole is learning to release past trauma and embrace connection, with a dream of independence and inner peace.
The Thrive Difference
We teach more than just healing, we train entrepreneurs to teach it.
We do more than just speak about trauma, we give people the tools to move beyond it.
We don’t wait for government, we build community-owned solutions.
We are building a South Africa and a World Where...
Every individual learns to lead with empathy, awareness, and connection starting in their own relationships.
Cycles of pain are broken as healing becomes a collective practice, not a private burden.
We equip facilitators to lead with purpose driven businesses and partner with companies & communities.
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