The Heart Renewal Creed
There comes a moment in every woman’s life when she must decide what she stands for, not what she stands
Created for women navigating seasons of loss and transitions in love, family, and life. This is a space to heal and begin again.
My Heart Renewal was born from my own journey of healing through loss and heartache, and from the privilege of coaching accomplished women as they navigated their own seasons of change, whether through the ending of a relationship, the passing of a loved one, or a career transition. This is a sanctuary of sisterhood and strength, a place to remember that even in loss, you are not broken.
The golden cracks woven throughout our site are inspired by the Japanese art of Kintsugi, where pottery is mended with gold. Your cracks are sacred, symbols of resilience, beauty, and wisdom.
With Love,
Thulani
An Invitation to Gather, Reflect, & Renew
Sisterhood saved me. In a season of loss and heartache, I was held by women (and brothers) who listened and loved me through. My Heart Renewal is how I pay that gift forward to sisters finding their way back to the wisdom of their hearts.
Poetry, Articles, & Stories of Renewal
There comes a moment in every woman’s life when she must decide what she stands for, not what she stands
Whether at home or traveling across the world, you’ll always find a circle waiting for you. Bi-weekly gatherings for presence, connection, and belonging.
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Our Women’s Circles are 90-minute virtual gatherings centered around reflection, connection, and healing. We begin with a grounding practice, followed by optional sharing and quiet listening — all held in a space of confidentiality and care.
Yes. These offerings are created specifically for anyone who identifies as a woman. Our intention is to cultivate a shared space rooted in sisterhood, softness, and shared experience.
We open registration a few times a year. You can visit the 6-Week Journey page on our website to learn more about the next enrollment window and join the waitlist. Once open, you’ll receive step-by-step guidance to register.
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Kamogelo, based in Pretoria, South Africa, is a vibrant and solutions-driven professional who brings enthusiasm, adaptability, and a human-centred approach to his role at Thulani Consulting Group. As the Executive Assistant, he plays a key role in keeping operations running smoothly, supporting both the administrative and strategic needs of the team. His calm presence, attention to detail, and ability to manage complex logistics make him an essential part of the organisation.
He is also a skilled technical producer for online events, using a variety of platforms and digital tools to deliver well-coordinated and engaging virtual workshops. Beyond the screen, Kamogelo is an insightful facilitator, passionate about creating spaces for reflection and growth, and supporting teams through behaviour-focused interventions that improve how people connect and work together.
He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Human Geography and Anthropology, along with an Honours degree in Environmental Studies from the University of the Witwatersrand. His academic journey deepened his interest in how people navigate and shape the environments they’re part of—insights he continues to apply in his work every day.
Octavia is a visionary transformation catalyst and soul midwife whose work bridges holistic wellness, sacred sisterhood, and regenerative travel. As Co-Founder of the Council of Women South Africa, she has facilitated women’s circles and immersions across Africa, Europe and including heart-centered gatherings with sisters in the UAE.
Based in the majestic equestrian neighbourhood of Noordhoek, just below Chapman’s Peak in Cape Town, Octavia works closely with a 50-hectare farm, championing seed-to-plate living, food security, and regenerative growing. She also curates conscious consumption through her Steeped in Consciousness tea offering. Founder of the Osun Rise Group, Octavia is a certified South African Specialist with SA Tourism, leading regenerative retreats and transformational travel experiences.
A Healing Hands Therapist, Naturopath, and holistic massage practitioner, Octavia helps people uncover and harmonize the emotional, psychological, and energetic roots of dis-ease. She has worked with advanced TimeWaver technology to identify and harmonize energetic imbalances, blending ancient wisdom with modern innovation.
Her writing has been published in The African Dream: Sunflower Effect (African Dream Foundation for Women’s Programmes) alongside African women change-makers. An inspired keynote speaker, Octavia walks the path of embodied love and the reclamation of the sacred feminine, inviting women everywhere to remember their worth, renew their hearts, and rise together.
I’m Thulani DeMarsay, and for nearly three decades, I’ve worked at the intersection of leadership development, contemplative science, wellness, and technology and innovation. Over the past 25 years, I have consulted with leaders from diverse sectors across the United States and, more recently, in West and Southern Africa. My mission is clear: to help leaders and teams maximize effectiveness while honoring well-being. I firmly believe that our ability to be effective is directly tied to our emotional, spiritual, psychological, and physical health.
I earned my PhD in Human Development, with a concentration in Technology, Media, and Innovation. My dissertation research focused on contemplative leadership, exploring how reflective practices such as mindfulness, meditation, silence, yoga, and other practices build resilience in leaders and help them thrive during times of disruption. My research revealed how these practices enhance decision-making, emotional intelligence, and organizational well-being, equipping leaders with the tools they need to navigate complexity and foster both individual and organizational resilience. My concentration further explored how organizations can leverage technology to advance their mission effectively.
An Evening with Thulani: Wednesday, February 28th
Time: 10:00 AM (EST), 1:00 PM (PST), 8:00 PM (SAST) Duration: 1 Hour
Location: NY, 222-3344
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