Hoe hanteer jy die oppe en veral die awwe van die lewe - terwyl jy jou lewenslus en geloof behou? Entrepreneur en planmaker Leilani Snyman Kuter van Krulkop-Hub praat oor haar loopbaan, hartsmense, ‘n 'random' geaardheid, finansiële druk, sakewenke, ‘n dik vel, 'thrifting' en groei. www.youtube.com · Hierdie episode se potgooi-notas en foto's · www.mariettesnyman.co.za · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Are you tender with yourself? Transformational coach and change consultant Gail Cox probes what mindfulness and self-compassion really entail, including slowing down and softening, being where your feet are, and ‘kind-ing your mind.’ Relating stories from her own life, she illuminates having a free pass versus giving oneself a permission slip, and healing from psoriasis. www.gailcoxcoaching.com · Gail's episode on open-water swimming in Mallorca · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.mariettesnyman.co.za · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Since couples seldom speak the same “sex language,” their primary needs may not be met. Sexologist and global sexual health advocate Dr Elna Rudolph explains why communicating about intimacy may feel awkward. She outlines the 5 sex languages, offering a useful framework to understand lovers’ “types” and suggests impactful phrases to use when making love. Sensitive content, meant for adult listeners. mysexualhealth.co.za · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.mariettesnyman.co.za · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Understanding that emotional dysregulation is a brain-related symptom in individuals with ADHD can counter shame and offer hope. Counselling psychologist Ronel Carver discusses ADHD and its effects, executive functioning deficit, emotional dysregulation and rejection sensitive dysphoria. Concerning ADHD and emotional dysregulation, she highlights different treatment options - particularly BWRT, which changes neural pathways to elicit a preferred response. Ronel outlines the advantages of addressing challenges with brain-based therapy. www.westpsych.com · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.mariettesnyman.co.za · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Wouldn’t it be helpful if you and your partner knew whether one of you had a “blocked” eye or ear? Educational kinesiologist Annette Zeelie explains how Brain Gym® can determine individuals’ stress profiles, and enhance brain function through targeted movement. Children as well as adults can improve their concentration, communication, memory, stress management, emotional self-regulation, self-confidence, sport and academic achievement – and relationships. www.braingyminsa.co.za · breakthroughsinternational.org · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.mariettesnyman.co.za · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Did you know that stories are the most effective way to embed behaviour in the human brain? President of The Storytellers Channel and international radio show host Gayle Turner explains how intentional storytelling – and listening – can help parents instil values, aid decision making and cultivate a sense of belonging in their children. Wisely sharing lived experiences can teach others perseverance in the face of adversity and deepen precious connections. www.storytellerschannel.com · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.mariettesnyman.co.za · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Have you ever felt disconnected from yourself or others, or struggled with an issue you couldn’t openly discuss? Independent filmmaker Odette van Rensburg highlights the difficulties and rewards of making documentaries on taboo issues like suicide, suicide ideation and unexpected forms of domestic violence. Thought-provoking films like ‘Disconnected’ and ‘A Shell of Herself’ challenge us to look beyond others’ masks, confront our own feelings, and establish stronger connections. Sensitive content, intended for adults: suicide and domestic violence are discussed. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · www.dogsontherunproduction.com · Dogs on the Run Production YouTube channel · This episode's podcast notes and photographs · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

When is fasting a good idea? Which factors can indicate the form of fasting that suits you best? Functional medicine health coach Marielle Wolmarans offers advice, noting challenges and benefits associated with different types of fasting, and how fasting relates to emotional eating and neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimers. She highlights the Keto diet, Bredesen protocol coaching, and daily habits that support fasting. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Instead of losing all hope when faced with a debilitating eye condition, stroke and acute depression, Dr Arien van der Merwe found ways to grow into a more perceptive, empathic healer. She explains how neuroplasticity helped her recover from paralysis, discusses the placebo versus the nocebo effect and metabolic syndrome, and lists her personal tips for self-care. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · arianihealth.com · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Ná 51 romans daag moedswillige karakters, vertwyfeling en die gevaar van selfplagiaat haar steeds uit, sê die bekroonde romanskrywer Chanette Paul. Sy praat oor haar jongste roman, “Déjà Vu,” die onvoorsiene verband tussen haar storie en ‘n moord in Australië, die skryf van vurige tonele en haar eie ervaring van prekognisie. Chanette verduidelik hoe die debat oor die waarde van Afrikaanse literêre werk versus ontspanningsfiksie benader kan word en wys op ‘n wanopvatting rakende skrywers wat dalk nét gegrond is... www.mariettesnyman.co.za · Hierdie episode se potgooi-notas en foto · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com