“Life Is Bigger Than What You’re Going Through”
Entrepreneur and mother Sonja Madzikanda has opened up about how travel has played a key role in her emotional and mental healing following the end of her marriage to businessman Wicknel Chivhayo.
In a candid reflection, she revealed that while moving on was difficult, exploring new places and connecting with people from different cultures has given her a renewed perspective on life.
“Traveling helped me see that life is bigger than what you’re going through,” she shared. “Going to new places makes you feel like a new leaf… and you let go of parts of yourself every day.” Sonja credited her regular weekend getaways for helping her maintain balance, thanks to a co-parenting arrangement with her ex-husband that allows her the space to travel during weekends.
So far, she’s explored destinations like Japan, describing the experience as “amazing” and transformative. From cultural immersion to quiet personal moments in unfamiliar cities, Sonja said travel continues to expand her mindset and emotional strength.
While her current trips are mostly “girls’ trips,” she added with a smile that she looks forward to one day experiencing romantic travel when the time is right. For now, she remains focused on growth, healing, and rediscovering joy one trip at a time.
