Calm, Clear & Helpful

South Africans are daily plunged into the dark by intermittent electricity supply – but have we been robbed of our inner energy? Rudi Swanepoel explains how we can channel our personal power in a solution-focused way, the benefits of harnessing group energy, and how parents can use their energy to empower their children - in particular the parents of teens and young adults. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · onsvirjou.tv · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Counselling psychologist Doreen Hofmeyr explains how BrainWorking® Recursive Therapy Level 3 targets the psychological aspects and underpinnings of physiological conditions like fibromyalgia. She discusses BWRT Level 1, 2 and 3; how fight/flight triggers are deactivated to create desired responses; and how Level 3 work accomplishes emotional relief and the best possible health outcome. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · doreenh.com · paardevleitherapycentre.co.za · bwrtsa.co.za · www.bwrt-professionals.com · This episode's podcast notes and photographs · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Functional medicine, an individualised approach that treats not by symptom but by cause, leads to more lasting results. Functional medicine health coach Anita Hamilton-Williams discusses its success regarding chronic conditions; its focus on genetics, biochemistry, nutrition, lifestyle and behaviour changes; and why genetics needn’t determine our disease profile. She mentions the tests she uses, case studies, and good news concerning ageing. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.myhealingspace.co.za · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

How have individuals with OCD been impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic? Prof. Christine Lochner discusses global research findings regarding the prevalence rates, severity and the risk factors – including being single, a student or having sleep disturbances. Interesting: certain OCD symptoms may have developed to ensure the survival of our ancestors… Learn how to best manage a mental health condition during a pandemic. Sponsored content. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · global-ocd.org · How to recognise and cope with OCD · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Dedicated to Di-Di Hoffman, who passed away a week after this recording. We honour his wisdom, strategic thinking and warm-hearted support enhancing countless lives. Have you discovered the potency and growth potential of mastermind groups? Business development specialist Di-Di Hoffman explains what masterminding is, its objectives and benefits, and how you can start and run a micro-mastermind group successfully. He emphasises mistakes to avoid, the importance of accountability, and the “magic” that happens when a group gels. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · BadassPreneurs Think Tank · badasspreneurs.com · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Kan dit wees dat élkeen van ons kreatief is en ons skeppendheid deur speelsheid kan herontdek? RSG-programbestuurder en kreatiwiteitsafrigter Kobus Burger verduidelik hoe om struikelblokke in ons pad te systap, vergete drome te herwin, en op moontlikheidsdenke te fokus. Hy gee praktiese wenke om kreatiwiteit maklik en vinnig in ons lewens in te sluit. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · Hierdie episode se notas en foto's. · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Understanding the differences in the way men and women communicate can ease life at work and at home. Through her science-backed work, body language expert Tania Steyn reconnects people with their “primary language” by increasing self-awareness. She points out dissimilarities between the sexes’ communication styles, and non-verbal behaviour traps women can avoid to develop leadership presence. Learn more about lunch chasers, fire gazers and nest builders, and why you shouldn’t cross your arms in the workplace. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · www.artofpeople.info · This episode's podcast notes and photographs · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Many parents, caregivers and young children are feeling stressed out, especially after the Covid-19 pandemic. Mari Payne, involved in "Takalani Sesame", explains how adults can recognise overwhelming feelings in kids and support them; what is necessary for children to thrive; and why self-care for adults is so important. She offers easy and practical tips for calming down a child – and yourself! www.mariettesnyman.co.za · takalanisesame.org.za · This episode's podcast notes and photographs · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Finding talking to your teen an uphill battle? Psychologist, coach and dad Hennie Vorster throws light on the development of adolescents’ logical-rational faculties, the power of their emotions, the world they inhabit, and why so many struggle with anxiety. He advises listening for emotion, guiding teens to focus on what is in their control, and using choices and consequences as parenting tools. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · www.mosaiek.com · h2coaching.co.za · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

NLP coach Cherona D shares her journey with skin cancer and an ear stroke, which rendered her unable to hear the words she speaks. Explaining how she - an international speaker - manages this loss, she talks about discerning between her emotions and reality, what she can and cannot control, her vulnerability and faith, the therapy that brought relief, and the mistakes cancer and stroke patients should avoid. This is also the poignant story of Alvus Malachi, the service dog. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · www.cheronad.com · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.mariettesnyman.co.za · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com