Calm, Clear & Helpful

Did you ever cut your hair during an important life transition? Master transformation coach Liezl Thom outlines the dynamic interaction between inner and outer change. She explains what living your life from the inside out entails, and how your home can reflect your state of mind. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · liezlthom.com · Liezl's episode on the change cycle · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Learning to operate the different “gears” of the mind can help us grow still, access our creativity, accept and express our emotions, and follow our internal compass. Educational psychologist Dr. Elsi Meyer explains how conscious journalling fosters perspective, wholeness, healing, and a joyful life. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · elsimeyer.co.za · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Is menopause the beginning of the end, or the start of a woman’s most creative years? Positive psychology coach and international endurance athlete Erica Terblanche explains how, instead of growing “invisible”, women can develop courage and compelling visions for their lives. Sharing her own gruelling journey, she offers practical tools to help women move into the power version of themselves. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · · This episode's podcast notes and photographs · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

How would your life change if you could genuinely accept your inner world and align your actions with what matters to you? Counselling psychologist Bertus Swanepoel introduces Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, an evidence-based model focused on behaviour change. ACT addresses anxiety, mood disorders, chronic pain, overeating and other challenges by helping individuals strengthen their sense of self, develop psychological flexibility and take targeted action. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · bertusswanepoel.co.za · ACBS · Contextually conscious · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

What’s the secret behind the healthy centenarians of the Blue Zone areas? Functional medicine health coach Anita Hamilton-Williams discusses connectivity, natural movement, down-shifting, a diet rich in bio-actives, and other factors contributing to these individuals’ well-being. Her practical tips can help you incorporate some of these habits into your life. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · www.myhealingspace.co.za · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Angel whisperer Belinda Bras-Nel describes a 10-day pilgrimage to Ireland, aimed at reconnecting with nature in a profound way and experiencing past life energies. Listen to stories about myth and legend, visiting sacred sites, meditating in stone circles, light-hearted experiences, growing in trust and surrender, but – above all – connection, gratitude and awe. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · www.belindabrasnel.co.za · This episode's podcast notes and photographs of the trip · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

The causes contributing to the development of narcissism are complex and include genetics, neurobiology, and environmental factors such as culture and parenting. Body language expert Tania Steyn discusses parenting style as one possible contributor to the development of narcissistic traits and explains how effective nonverbal communication - including eye contact, mirroring and fronting - can foster bonding and help children build empathy. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · www.artofpeople.info · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Clinical sexologist Catriona Boffard discusses the most important sex organ, the brain: its role in arousal, why the mind and the body aren’t always on the same page, common misconceptions regarding sexual intimacy, and the importance of feeling safe. She clarifies the dual control model, false versus realistic expectations, and using your mind to heighten your sexual enjoyment. Sensitive content: intended for adult listeners. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · catrionaboffard.com · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Retirement provides you with an excellent opportunity to create a meaningful life. How does one manage this transition? Suzette Serfontein unpacks the Mind Moves® Institute’s neuroscience-based Rewire to Retire programme - helping you optimise your mindset, understand your personal brain dominance profile, prime your brain through targeted movement, and successfully adapt to this new life phase. Sponsored content. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · www.rewiretoretire.co.za · · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Losing a beloved animal companion is traumatic; gaining clarity can comfort grieving owners. International animal communicator Jenny Shone discusses how a soul crosses over, practical things that can help owners and pets left behind to cope with this loss, and guidelines concerning the need to intentionally end an animal’s life. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · www.animalhealing.co.za · Jenny's episode on telepathic animal communication · This episode's podcast notes and photographs · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com