Into the Mind…of Bella
“What you do makes a difference. You’ve got to decide what kind of difference you want to make”
-Jane Goodall
Bella in 2025
But…How did we get here?
Over 400 000 Bella Boos (and counting), a published book, over 70 true crime documentary episodes and of course a prestigious award for my work in the fight against GBV…it’s been a phenomenal journey that I am so blessed to be able to share with each and every single one of you.
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Bella Boos
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Est. 2018
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Molweni, Howzit, Bonjour, HI!
The brand Bella Monsoon was established in 2018 and has since become an integral part of my life.
I currently create both photographic & video content around a multitude of topics with a particular focus on tackling the psychological aspects behind true crimes- particularly within the country I live in- South Africa.
With the ever growing and changing digital landscape- more media is being consumed online than ever before and this is why I find it pertinent to ensure the important narratives that need to be told and amplified… are. No one deserves to be just another number, another statistic.
Besides holding degrees in Psychology and being a registered mental health professional- I also created a business providing safety products and tools to empower South African communities. Living in South Africa, I know that it can be a difficult space to feel safe in especially as a women. That is where Brave by Bella Monsoon was born.
I have turned awareness into action and I am so blessed to be able to partner with NPO’s, NGO’s, businesses and individuals to further the ‘Brave’ movement. It’s not just a business, it is a group of women standing together to take back our power and refuse to be silenced.
Never forget- you are braver than you think and stronger than you believe.
Understanding the reason…
Remembering Their Names
The goal of the content I produce and the stories I share is to ensure that the victims of heinous South African crimes are not forgotten and do not end up just another statistic; another number.
In 2024, I won the DSTV Content Creator Cause Award for my work and activism in the fight against GBV. That award was a reminder and testament to the strength and resilience of every victim and survivor I fight for.
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Youtube Episodes
In addition to countless Minisodes
Through academic study and experience- my field is within the mental health sphere. I am a psychology honours graduate with experience and training in trauma counselling amongst other things. I am also currently registered with the ASCHP.
I have used this knowledge and my continuous growing passion for psychology, criminology as well as forensic psychology to fuel the information behind the content I create.
Every piece of content I share is researched, compiled, filmed and edited by myself. Being able to control the process, I am assured that respect and authenticity translates through my work. This is the most important aspect of a trauma-informed approach.
I’ve always been fascinated by the true crime genre and ever since working within the mental health field- I have grown to see cases and those involved in them in a very different light too.
I am currently placing a huge focus on cases within South Africa. Not only the ones you may have heard of but also those that you would never come across. The aim is not to sensationalise the events but rather to remember the victims of these heinous crimes and ensure that their stories are not buried with them…to ensure they never become just a distant memory.
Before I started my social media accounts (in 2018), I was a stranger to makeup and honestly didn’t have a clue on where to start. I found the entire industry incredibly overwhelming with so many products to choose from!
Unfortunately after many unpleasant in-store experiences trying to understand more about what I needed to achieve the looks I wanted to, I turned to Youtube. And soon, I taught myself everything I know today. From SFX makeup with prosthetic pieces to everyday glam.When I started posting my content my goal was to make beauty INCLUSIVE and not intimidating.
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As I say every episode, without YOUR support, I wouldn’t be where I am today. I believe that this series and the cases I share are vital to be heard by a larger audience. I have the commitment, the passion and the dedication to continue this work…my only wish is that I could spend more time creating the content I do thus posting more regularly.
But to do that…I need your help.
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