
Calm, Clear & Helpful
If anxiety, heartache, chronic pain or other issues are keeping you awake, listening to "Calm, Clear & Helpful" can bring you comfort and clarity. Ever-curious journalist Mariette Snyman interviews a range of experts on holistic health, love relationships, parenting, and life's phases and challenges. Join us each Tuesday for fresh insights, practical know-how, and for conversations from the heart.
Latest episodes

Nov 5, 2024 • 32min
Ep. 187 Helen Nicholson: How to network as an introvert
Are introverts better networkers than extroverts? Helen Nicholson considers “superpowers” introverts possess, why many introverts feel invisible in the workplace, and how the brains of introverts, extroverts and ambiverts differ. She discusses connectors and mavens, storytelling and developing a powerful personal brand, and a valuable small-talk technique. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · thenetworkingco.com · helen-nicholson.com · This episode's podcast notes and photographs · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Oct 29, 2024 • 46min
Ep. 186 Cognitive Behaviour Therapy: will it work for you?
How does CBT differ from other therapies? Clinical psychologist Dr Colinda Linde explains that it’s fast, practical, evidence-based, and characterised by teamwork between client and practitioner. CBT effectively addresses conditions including anxiety, depression, stress management, and sleeping and eating disorders; equips clients with skills; and can be used in group settings. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · thoughtsfirst.com · colindalinde.com · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Oct 22, 2024 • 49min
Ep. 185 Nordic Walking: what it is and how it can change your life
How about a safe, total-body exercise that burns more calories than walking but requires less exertion - and impacts your joints less? Nordic Walker and trainer Lohra de Waal discusses this fast-growing sport, suitable to all ages and many chronic, medical or geriatric conditions. . She discusses research findings, the advantages of Nordic Walking, suitable poles and how trail and ultra runners as well as individuals walking for enjoyment can benefit. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · southpole.co.za · healthydays.co.za · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Oct 15, 2024 • 46min
Ep. 184 Silenced by depression, anxiety or trauma: the power of your voice
Through your voice, you can express all your emotions – and your needs. Do you find this easy or difficult? Arts therapist Karen de Kock explains that every emotion has a sound, why we may feel silenced, strangled or blocked, and mentions processes and techniques that can bring relief. You can use your voice to activate or calm your nervous system – even save your life! www.mariettesnyman.co.za · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Oct 8, 2024 • 55min
Ep. 183 Johan Allers: stories en prentjies, ouer word en ‘die saligmaker’
Nuusman Johan Allers gesels oor jeugdige naïwiteit, die Groot Storie waaraan hy soveel lewensenergie gewy het, sy werk in 54 lande en die ervaring van “inmekaarstort, uitbrand en byna selfvernietig.” Hy praat oor die skok van ouer word en die fragiliteit van menswees - en wat dit beteken om saggies te loop. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · www.youtube.com · Hierdie episode se potgooi-notas en foto · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Oct 1, 2024 • 37min
Ep. 182 How to create resilience in the face of adversity
Why do some traumatic experiences remain unprocessed? Post-traumatic growth specialist Sinta Ebersohn discusses the two components of trauma, the top 5 stressors, resilience as a set of skills and a growth process that can help us deal with whatever life throws at us. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · getupandgrow.co.za · fairdivorce.co.za · sintaebersohn.co.za · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Sep 24, 2024 • 48min
Ep. 181 When your loved one has dementia: insights and advice
Having a loved one diagnosed with dementia causes great distress. Social worker Welma Geldenhuys from ADASA discusses the symptoms of this progressive, incurable illness, its causes and 7 stages, and whether dementia is a normal part of ageing. She offers guidelines for communicating with individuals with dementia, creating a safe environment, and caring for the carer. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · www.adasa.org.za · This episode's podcast notes and photographs · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Sep 17, 2024 • 50min
Ep. 180 Meet your gut: key to your health and happiness
Living a productive and relatively stress-free life has more to do with a healthy gut than we may realise. Naturopath and wellness coach Dr Francois du Toit discusses the microbiome, probiotics, the biology behind a “gut feeling” and how gut health affects brain function, mental health & sleep. He offers advice on factors crucial to healing and tips on how to best support your gut. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · drfrancoisdutoit.com · This episode's podcast notes and photographs · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Sep 10, 2024 • 30min
Ep 179 Detoxification, the Functional Medicine way
Detoxing successfully and sustainably improves over-all long-term health, yet what works for you is as unique as your fingerprint. Functional medicine health coach Marielle Wolmarans discusses the detox process, its phases, and its connection to gene testing, weight loss, trauma and autoimmune disease. Find out how - and why - to support your detox pathways through sensible daily habits. Sponsored content. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · www.beeutifulhealth.co.za · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Sep 3, 2024 • 1h 4min
Ep. 178 Lyno in sport: solving recurring injuries and optimising performance
To participate in sport injury-free and at your best, your body must move naturally, without protective bracing patterns. Physiotherapist Benita Kropman explains how the Lyno® Method detects fascia restrictions causing chronic pain or injuries, and why dedicated bilateral sportsmen should avoid unilateral sports. She discusses treadmill versus outside running, stretching, and choosing optimal training shoes. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · thelynomethod.com · First episode on the Lyno Method · This episode's podcast notes and photographs · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com