'I feel as if I have been holding onto myself and holding my breath; as if I have had a bomb strapped around my body and have had to watch my every step and move – just in case it exploded. Slowly, I'm gaining the confidence to breathe deeply and exhale longer. Slowly, I'm reclaiming the freedom to move my body, to dance as I sing.' Dealing with the topical issue of trauma and mental health, Nompumelelo's inspirational story resonates deeply.