Calm, Clear & Helpful
Mariette Snyman
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.
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Feb 6, 2024 • 54min
Ep. 151 Life as a journey: choices, pitfalls and stories that sustain us
Navigating the metaphorical path of life with its challenges requires a growth mindset, grit, the necessary support, and hope. Regaling us with captivating stories, counselling psychologist Karin Steyn offers practical tools & tips and encourages us to “fail forward.” www.mariettesnyman.co.za · www.freechildcompany.co.za · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com
Jan 30, 2024 • 41min
Ep. 150 Why the world needs your feminine energy
Do you push yourself too hard in order to survive? Now’s the time to replace “harsh masculine energies” with a more balanced approach. Angel medium Belinda Bras-Nel explains how the feminine aspect - dishonoured through the ages - is rising, and what men and women can do to let go of fear, anger and resentment in favour of trust and self-love. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · www.belindabrasnel.co.za · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com
Jan 23, 2024 • 39min
Ep. 149 Cortisol, stress and weight gain: insights and solutions
Carrying excess weight - especially abdominal fat - could point to elevated cortisol levels. Naturopathic doctor Faryal Luhar discusses possible causes and how cortisol surges affect our physical and mental health. She outlines the role of hormones like DHEA, testosterone, leptin, and ghrelin, and offers practical advice on how to regain and maintain healthy cortisol levels. Sponsored content. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · drluharnaturo.com · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com
Jan 16, 2024 • 54min
Ep. 148 Twelve areas of life: how to reinvent yourself
How about recreating your life in specific areas, using 5 sensible steps? Master transformation coach Liezl Thom outlines a practical process, offering examples, to help you shape a unique manual for your life. You can identify your foundational and strategic strategies – and have fun! www.mariettesnyman.co.za · liezlthom.com · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com
Jan 9, 2024 • 53min
Ep. 147 Is intermittent fasting truly a magic bullet for health?
Apart from weight loss, time-restricted eating offers significant benefits, especially in our current epidemic of metabolic disease. What - however - do you need to know? Functional medicine health coach Anita Hamilton-Williams explains why men and women should approach intermittent fasting differently, take into account autoimmune conditions or cortisol dysregulation, and how to get intermittent fasting under way. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · www.myhealingspace.co.za · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com
Dec 12, 2023 • 55min
Ep. 146 Is dementia a disease of the brain - and not the soul?
How can you communicate with someone living with cognitive impairment in a way that benefits both you and them? Dr. Rayne Stroebel clarifies the World Health Organisation’s view that the consciousness of individuals with dementia is never lost. He offers practical pointers for being deeply present and caring in a relational way, suited to family members as well as caregivers. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · mindsmatter.co.za · YouTube Geratec · letstalkdementia.co.za · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com
Dec 5, 2023 • 38min
Ep. 145 Seksuele identiteit: ‘n keuse - of meer kompleks en divers?
Kies mense hul seksuele oriëntasie? Watter 4 fasette behels seksuele identiteit? Pastorale narratiewe terapeut dr. Marietjie van Loggerenberg belig wetenskaplike navorsing wat epigenetika insluit, seksuele vloeibaarheid en die uitsluiting van gay, transgender, interseks en ander mense - onder meer in ‘n geloofskonteks. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · Hierdie episode se potgooi-notas en foto · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com
Nov 28, 2023 • 58min
Ep. 144 How to help your animals deal with crime issues
Should you task you dog with protecting your home? Pets, like humans, are traumatised by crime incidents and may experience guilt, or develop behavioural issues. Animal communicator Jenny Shone offers real-life case studies and practical advice on how to help your animal companions clear blockages following crime. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · www.animalhealing.co.za · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com
Nov 21, 2023 • 45min
Ep. 143 Dr. Johan Myburg: singewing en verskuiwende denke oor ouer word
Is alle mense bo 65 één ouderdom: oud? Behels ouer word die een verlies op die ander, of is dit ‘n terrein wat ons vars kan verken? Dr. Johan Myburg praat oor vooropgestelde idees, hoe om jou beeld van jouself en jou werklikheid oop-oog te benader, sinvolle gesprekke en “aanhou beweeg en geraas maak.” Inhoud geborg. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · Shifting Conversations About Ageing: another episode · Hierdie episode se potgooi-notas en foto · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com
Nov 14, 2023 • 1h 5min
Ep. 142 My son has Tourette’s: a parent’s journey
Since there’s no cure for Tourette Syndrome, where does one find hope? Transformational coach Cherona Dannhauser shares valuable insights from journeying with Luke (17), such as addressing co-occurring conditions, identifying internal and external triggers, and exploring strategies to navigate motor and vocal tics. Understanding this neurodevelopmental disorder is key to emotional balance and constructive self-advocacy. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · www.cheronad.com · tourette.org · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com
