Beverley Steyn Opens Up About Healing Journey in Showmax Interview
JOHANNESBURG — 18 May 2023
Reality TV star Beverley Steyn has revealed intimate details of her personal struggles during a candid appearance on Showmax’s “Untied”, discussing childhood trauma, marital breakdowns, and her path to healing.
In the emotional interview with host Relebogile Mabotja, Steyn emphasized the power of personal testimony: “I believe that our stories have power, especially the ones we’ve survived. I wanted to share mine to show that even in the most difficult seasons, there’s hope, there’s resilience, and there’s life beyond the pain.” She added her openness aimed to help other women feel less alone.
Steyn centered her message on self-worth, stating: “I want women to know that their worth is not defined by what they’ve been through or who they’ve loved. You can lose a relationship without losing yourself. Healing is possible and joy is still yours to claim.”
The businesswoman said she’d advise her younger self to “Protect your peace, trust your instincts, and don’t be afraid to walk away from anything that dims your light. You’re stronger than you think.”
Steyn described the interview process as liberating: “It’s been about removing the weight of secrecy and shame, but also reclaiming my story from speculation and telling it in my own words, from my own heart.”
She acknowledged the difficulty of personal struggles playing out publicly: “It’s the lack of privacy, having your most vulnerable moments dissected by people who weren’t there. You learn to develop a thick skin while still protecting your soft heart.”
Her divorces reshaped her view of relationships: “Love begins with self-love. Relationships should add to your life, not consume it. Setting boundaries isn’t pushing people away, it’s protecting what’s important.”
On her complex friendship with fellow reality star Nonku Williams, Steyn stated: “Our relationship is layered and complex; we’ve had closeness and distance, but I try to approach it with honesty, respect and boundaries.” She expressed disappointment over public comments about their relationship by Jojo Robinson and Sorisha Naidoo, saying: “It was disappointing. Private dynamics should be spoken about directly, not through public commentary.” (Responses from Robinson and Naidoo not included in aired interview).
Steyn concluded by redefining happiness: “Peace of mind, people who genuinely care, and the freedom to be myself without apology. Before, I chased perfection; now, I choose authenticity.”