Calm, Clear & Helpful

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

A growing number of mental health practitioners are combining holistic strategies with a traditional approach. Clinical mental health counsellor Chris McDonald explains how practices including mindfulness, breathing and yoga enhance talk therapy by calming the nervous system and incorporating the body. She highlights the benefits of addressing clients’ emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual needs, choosing sustainable self-care practices, and managing the stigma sometimes attached to holistic techniques. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · holisticcounselingpodcast.com · www.pathtohopecounseling.com · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Young kids’ and tweens’ emotional health seldom gets the attention it deserves. Actress Milan Murray, collaborating with mental health experts, has created journals for 6-to-13-year-olds prompting reflection and self-understanding. Exploring their identity in an age-appropriate way – and being part of The My Story Tribe - helps them stand stronger, set healthy boundaries, overcome challenges, and have fun! www.mariettesnyman.co.za · themystorytribe.com · This episode's podcast notes and photographs · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Business & executive coach Dawn Klatzko discusses the objectives of coaching, the importance of a chemistry check, and how coaches use profiling instruments to help their clients achieve their goals. She illuminates the neuroscience-based Mind Dynamix Profile Instrument,why our “experts” power down during stress, and how Mind Moves tap into neuro-plasticity. Sponsored content. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · www.mindynamix.com · Dawn's episode on brand-building and success · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com