Calm, Clear & Helpful

Prof. Elain Vlok offers a behind-the-scenes look at the Clover Mama Afrika Project, South Africa’s oldest corporate social investment initiative. She considers the challenges her “Mamas” face, their substantial accomplishments, how she serves them despite life-threatening situations, and her appreciation for the Lifetime Achievement Award she recently received. Sponsored content. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · www.clovermamaafrika.com · This episode's podcast notes and photographs · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Can weight loss medicines be regarded as a miracle cure for obesity? Dr Manoj Bagwandeen considers the occurrence, causes, health risks and treatment of obesity, bearing in mind underlying mental health issues. Discussing appetite-suppressing and other weight loss drugs in terms of their advantages and risks, Manoj points out why they need to be used under proper medical supervision. Sponsored content. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · www.capemac.co.za · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Mariette en Mart-Marie gesels openhartig oor die soet en die seer van ma-en-dogterverhoudings: kommunikasiekwessies, rebelsheid, kwesbaarheid, goed genoeg wees, aanvaarding en 'magic'. Hierdie episode word opgedra aan elke ma en dogter. (Sensitiewe inhoud: verwysing na geweld) www.mariettesnyman.co.za · www.martmariesnyman.com · Hierdie episode se potgooi-notas en foto's · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Do you trust your emotions? Social worker Annette de la Porte explains how Emotional Logic provides a visual map for understanding our emotions. By reframing an emotion as an indicator of the violation of one of our values, it enables us to process our pain. Emotional Logic is a coaching process taking individuals and groups from confusion to clarity. Sponsored content. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · growwithannette.co.za · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Angel medium Belinda Bras-Nel explains how a life-long autoimmune condition, only recently diagnosed, has impacted her physically and psychologically and affected her work and relationships. Viewing these challenges in a spiritual light, she sees herself as being “pregnant with the earth, ” contributing to a general shift in consciousness. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · www.belindabrasnel.co.za · This episode's podcast notes and photographs · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Does hyper- or hyposensitivity cause you to feel overwhelmed or under-stimulated in environments others may find normal? Psychologist Luricka Fick considers whether mental health difficulties, including depression, anxiety and risk-taking behaviour, may point to sensory integration issues. She discusses the role dopamine plays in over- and under-responsiveness, and the benefits of sensory integration assessments. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · joburgpsychologist.today · dynamicdevelopment.today · snugglesense.co.za · This episode's podcast notes and photographs · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

What really causes healing in a challenging health situation? Chiropractor Dr Jeff Crippen shares eye-opening research studies involving the placebo effect, and considers how we can benefit from non-physical interventions. Having formerly experienced excruciating pain for years, he offers hard-won insights into transformational wellness. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · timelessyouthbook.com · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Have you given the circumstances of your death – which cannot be avoided - any thought? Doctor of gerontology and death doula Rayne Stroebel offers practical guidance, describing the role of a death doula and how he helped his father transition after a stroke. Creating an advanced directive may give your more control regarding medical intervention at the end of your life, and increase your chances of dying a “good death”. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · mindsmatter.co.za · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Are you getting enough sleep? Clinical and neuropsychologist Mark Eaton considers possible causes of sleep deprivation, including anxiety, traumas associated with sleeping, and disorders such as sleep apnoea. He explains how sleep challenges may affect us physically, psychologically, socially and cognitively and suggests interventions - notably the fast-working BrainWorking Recursive Therapy which can address challenges on 3 levels. Sponsored content. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · payhip.com · bwrtsa.co.za · www.bwrt.org · This episode's podcast notes and photographs · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Do you love your job – or not? Master life coach Judy Klipin discusses her new book on making work work for you. It targets 8 areas from the world of work and offers practical tools for either changing unsatisfactory circumstances or improving the way you view and manage them. Learn how to get and receive feedback, or ask for a promotion or a raise. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · judyklipin.com · makeworkworkforyou.com · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com