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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Ep. 181 When your loved one has dementia: insights and advice
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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 …
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Ep. 180 Meet your gut: key to your health and happiness
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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 tip…
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Ep 179 Detoxification, the Functional Medicine way
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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…
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Ep. 178 Lyno in sport: solving recurring injuries and optimising performance
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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 outs…
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Ep 177 Ben Gioia: Facing death, personal evolution, and writing bestsellers fast
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How can writing a book be a game changer in your entrepreneurial journey? Best-selling author and book coach Ben Gioia shares arresting experiences from his life and the lessons he’s learnt: how to write a high-quality book fast, leverage it even before it’s published, achieve influence with integrity, and implementing the single thing that helps a…
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Ep. 176 Riette Rust: liefde, selfdood, verantwoordelikheid en vergifnis
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Is selfdood selfsugtig? Kan naasbestaandes voorkom dat iemand hul eie lewe neem? Riette Rust praat oor haar man, JD, se selfdood, die stigma wat aan selfdood kleef, die hoe en hoekoms, die rouproses - en dat dit moontlik is om weer op te staan en opreg gelukkig te wees. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · www.rietterust.co.za · Hierdie episode se potgooi-no…
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Ep. 175 Die glans van mode en skoonheid - en gewone vreugdes
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Wanneer is ‘n vrou mooi? Kan elkeen van ons stylvol leef? Entrepreneur Suzanne Kotze gesels oor die geboorte van Stylvol.co.za ná die sluiting van die vrouetydskrif waar sy as skoonheidsredakteur gewerk het, die geheim van ‘n goeie vennootskap, en hoe sy die glanswêreld met ma-wees en ‘n bedrywige skedule versoen. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · stylvol…
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Ep. 174 How to share your heart – and history - with those you love
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What’s the difference between an inheritance and a legacy? Dr Melodie de Jager explores fostering our connection with those we cherish while we’re very much alive, since we actively grow our legacy every day. She invites Mariette to talk about her “Gift podcasts” - a way to honour loved ones, strengthen relationships, and create an extraordinary ke…
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Ep. 173: Triple Transformation Therapy: healing emotionally, physically and energetically
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Suppressed emotions can cause energy blockages, translating into physical and emotional symptoms. Energy therapist and psychologist Mona-Lize Moolman explains how she helps clients find and resolve the root cause of health challenges by combining talk therapy with holistic modalities. Results include weight loss and clearing skin conditions, anxiet…
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Ep. 172 How to assert yourself in a healthy way
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Can you stand up for yourself, or do you give in too easily? Emotional Intelligence specialist Dr Ronél le Roux explains how to set healthy boundaries in your personal and work life through self-reflection and clear, confident communication. Discover easy guidelines for effective self-assertiveness, remaining true to your own interests and values w…
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Ep. 171 Healing unexplained pain and chronic conditions
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Are you a highly sensitive individual grappling with ‘mystery’ pain? Movement and energy specialist Tami Folkenflik explains how she combines energy healing modalities with yoga and Pilates to balance clients’ 4 subtle energy bodies. Having learnt to process her own trauma, Tami now lives free from pain and empowers others to understand and manage …
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Ep. 170 Romantic relationships: What women – and men – deeply yearn for
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Relationship coach Bryan Reeves shares his personal journey from a series of failed relationships to a profound understanding of love and intimacy. Offering insights from his best-selling relationship guide, he discusses the challenges regarding freedom and connection, the sexiest 3 words a man can say to a woman, and the sexiest 3 words a woman ca…
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Ep. 169 Multiple Brain Integration Techniques: how to use your multiple brains
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Do we really have three brains? Master mBIT coach Liezl Thom discusses the adaptive neural networks in our head, heart and gut and the core competencies of each. She explores multiple Brain Integration Techniques, the mBIT Road Map, and the benefits of learning to align our cephalic, cardiac and enteric centres of intelligence. www.mariettesnyman.c…
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Ep. 168 Highly educated career women: why finding a partner may be difficult
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Many high-powered women yearn for marriage, but find men spurning them because of their professional status or dedication to their careers. Sociologist Dr. Sandy To discusses her research on China’s “leftover women,” the gender constraints they face, and 4 different partner choice strategies they employ. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · www.sandyto.com ·…
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Ep. 167 How to navigate the natural stages of your love relationship
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No need to panic when your intimate relationship moves out of the fuzzy infatuation stage and unnerving differences set in. Counselling psychologist Dr Ingrid Artus explains how identifying and successfully moving through love’s 5 stages can carry a couple to lasting love. She discusses developing a growth mindset, 4 attachment styles, and causes o…
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Ep. 165 Navigating prostate cancer: what I’ve learnt
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Prostate cancer is one of the most daunting challenges a man can face. Elred Lawrence candidly shares his experience of the diagnosis, decision-making process, eventual prostatectomy, and living an adventurous and joyous life ever since. He highlights facing serious concerns like possible erectile dysfunction and incontinence, the importance of gar…
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Ep. 165 Amore Bekker: engele, liefdesverhoudings en ouer word
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Watter rol speel die onsienlike in ons lewe? Raakprater Amore Bekker verduidelik hoe energie ons gesondheid, romantiese verhoudings en ouer word beïnvloed. Sy brei uit oor rigtingwysers op ons pad, respek, genot en lyfstraf, stel haar jongste boek bekend, en verduidelik hoe sy haar beskermengel “inkatrol”. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · amorebekker.co.…
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Ep. 164 Prof. Elain Vlok: secrets of successful community service
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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 recen…
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Ep. 163 Weight loss drugs, including Ozempic: game changer or high-risk?
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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 us…
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Ep. 162 Mariette en Mart-Marie: ‘n ma-en-dogter hartsgesprek
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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 …
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Ep. 161 Hope restored: how Emotional Logic helps you befriend your emotions
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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 clari…
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Ep. 160 Living with an autoimmune disease and chronic pain: what I’ve learnt
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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.mari…
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Ep. 159 Can your sensory profile affect your mental health?
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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-re…
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Ep. 158 The placebo effect: an undervalued tool for health?
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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.mariet…
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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 …
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Ep. 156 Solve insomnia and other sleep challenges with BWRT
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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…
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Ep. 155 Happy with the reward and recognition you get at work?
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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…
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Ep. 154 Reaching for the stars after 5 years of ill health
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After five years of health challenges including osteoporosis, stress fractures, falls, basal cell carcinomas, colon cancer, Covid pneumonia, a reverse shoulder replacement and lymphoedema, social entrepreneur Marilyn Hallett has turned a corner. She considers difficulties such as medical bills, loss of independence and forced absences from work, an…
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Ep. 153 My kind emigreer – hoe hanteer ek dit?
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Jou hart breek aan stukke wanneer jou kind emigreer, maar jy is ook bly oor die voordele en nuwe moontlikhede. Emigrasieterapeut dr. Sulette Ferreira belig aspekte van die besluit om te emigreer, vrae wat ouers kan vra, die ervaring van broers en susters, en grootouerskap oor grense heen. Sy gee praktiese wenke wat die “konstante afskeid” kan verge…
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Ep. 152 Strengthening self-love: understand your sensory preferences
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Is your natural inclination visual, auditory, or kinaesthetic? How can you apply this knowledge to deepen your connection with others – and, most importantly, with yourself? Human development specialist Dr Melodie de Jager explores our sensory systems and preferences, offering practical tips on increasing our awareness, enhancing self-care, and eve…
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Ep. 151 Life as a journey: choices, pitfalls and stories that sustain us
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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 no…
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Ep. 150 Why the world needs your feminine energy
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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.…
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Ep. 149 Cortisol, stress and weight gain: insights and solutions
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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 mainta…
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Ep. 148 Twelve areas of life: how to reinvent yourself
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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 podca…
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Ep. 147 Is intermittent fasting truly a magic bullet for health?
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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 co…
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Ep. 146 Is dementia a disease of the brain - and not the soul?
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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 me…
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Ep. 145 Seksuele identiteit: ‘n keuse - of meer kompleks en divers?
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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 · Hi…
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Ep. 144 How to help your animals deal with crime issues
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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.ani…
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Ep. 143 Dr. Johan Myburg: singewing en verskuiwende denke oor ouer word
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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 · Shift…
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Ep. 142 My son has Tourette’s: a parent’s journey
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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 neurodevelopme…
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Ep. 141 Leon van Nierop: hoe flieks en TV-reekse ons raak
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Is rolprentresensent en skrywer Leon van Nierop ‘n sensitiewe kyker - of nie? Hy praat oor sy rol as resensent of “tussenganger”, die vloektaal, geweld en eksplisiete tonele wat kykers moet verwerk, genres, preutsheid en vraatkyk. Hy verduidelik hoe rolprente van TV-reekse verskil, hoe hy kies waarna hy kyk en gee sy definisie van ‘n goeie film. ww…
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Ep. 140 Shifting Conversations about Ageing: retirement, ageism and intergenerational programming
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Worldwide, population dynamics are changing. Prof. Jaco Hoffman invites us to look at growing older with fresh eyes, challenging concepts like ageism and retirement. Citing scientific research findings, Jaco encourages a pro-ageing attitude, adaptive ageing, and beneficial initiatives such as intergenerational programming. www.mariettesnyman.co.za …
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Ep. 139 Help your little one learn about identity, belonging and consent
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Learning about identity, belonging and consent - and knowing which adults are “safe” - can help young children deal with life challenges more easily. Early childhood development specialist Mariy Payne explains how the edutainment television show 'Takalani Sesame' equips littles ones in a playful way, and suggests fun activities for parents, teacher…
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Ep. 138 Knowing your money archetypes can improve your relationship with money
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Do you struggle with making, keeping, spending or investing money? Wealth Matrix Mentor Farhana Goga explains how knowing your money blueprint can free you from guilt and shame, and how “doing the work” can heal money-related trauma, dissolve anxiety and fear, and empower you to attain financial freedom. Sponsored content. www.mariettesnyman.co.za …
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Ep. 137 Perimenopause: address your symptoms in a natural way
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Perimenopause is a natural transition, but suffering debilitating symptoms is optional. Dr Faryal Luhar explains how hormonal changes can affect women’s physical, mental and emotional health. Awareness of the signs of perimenopause, including sleep disturbances and weight gain, is crucial; their root cause needs to be addressed. Learn how this life…
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Ep. 136 How to manage the medical, emotional and practical aspects of cancer
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Palliative care nursing sister Cherry Armstrong’s “Cancer: navigating the journey” helps cancer patients and their loved ones face this challenge, from the time of diagnosis to remission or terminal stages. Cherry addresses common questions and fears, treatments, side effects, medical aids, nutrition, complementary therapies, caring for a loved one…
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Ep. 135 Low vision: what it is and where to find help
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Much of the information processed by the brain is visual, yet few of us know how to approach low vision. Occupational therapist Belinda Leibowitz clarifies its causes, assessments, professionals who can help, and why visually impaired persons needn’t give up their hobbies. She considers whether visual impairment is a normal part of ageing, where to…
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Ep 134 Is autoimmune disease the canary in the coal mine?
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Autoimmune disease signals an urgent need to tend to an individual’s gut health and the influence of environmental factors. Functional medicine health coach Anita Hamilton-Williams explains why believing that autoimmunity cannot be treated is a myth; although existing tissue damage cannot be turned around, nutrition, lifestyle and behaviour changes…
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Ep. 133 Effective wealth management for high-net worth women
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More women, including entrepreneurs of all ages, are entering the higher-net worth space. Wealth manager Nicola Langridge discusses intriguing differences between men and women regarding investment, how to set and reach financial goals, and 6 aspects that holistic wealth management should include. She encourages women to seek support and take charg…
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Ep. 132 How birth can shape a brain-body system geared towards resilience
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Skin-to-skin contact during the 6 hours after birth has an enormous impact on the bond between Baby, Mom and Dad. Childbirth educator Cozette Laubser from BabyGym® describes how this affects a baby’s brain and those of its parents, and the role played by the triune brain, oxytocin, dopamine and cortisol. She offers practical guidelines for babies b…
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