Calm, Clear & Helpful

Ep. 21 Once you learn to read, you’ll be forever free

Reading with comprehension is the foundation of academic achievement, yet many children have reading difficulties. For South Africans, the PIRLS study was an unsettling wake-up call. Developmental specialist Dr. Melodie de Jager explains why the brain and the body must be ready to learn to read, and how the force…

15 Jun 2021 45 min

Ep. 20 Three myths about ageing that you can kiss goodbye

Does ageing inevitably lead to physical and mental decline, loneliness, and becoming “useless”? It needn’t. Dr. Hannetjie van Zyl-Edeling discusses scientific studies proving that we have control over several ageing processes – provided we know what to do and make the effort. Learn how to examine and edit your beliefs,…

8 Jun 2021 49 min

Ep. 19 How I have coped with my husband’s self-death

Social worker Annette de la Porte shares the heart-rending story of her husband’s chronic depression, lasting for 35 years and ending in self-death. She freely speaks about living with André’s depression and the possibility of self-death, finally losing him in May 2020. Annette shares the depth of her grief and…

1 Jun 2021 1 hr 07 min

Ep.18 BWRT: ‘n doeltreffende oplossing vir post-traumatiese stressindroom

Die binnewonde wat mense opdoen kan nie met die blote oog gesien word nie; tog ly minstens 10% van die bevolking aan posttraumatiese stressindroom. Voorligtingsielkundige Heinrich Benjamin verduidelik wat PTSD is, wat dit kan veroorsaak, hoe ons dit herken en hoe dit gediagnoseer word. Hy belig die sukses en voordele…

25 May 2021 31 min

Ep 17 Boost your chances for natural fertility and conception

Many couples struggle to fall pregnant. Counselling psychologist and hypnotherapist Karin Steyn clarifies the Fertile Body Method, a holistic approach to external and internal aspects of male and female infertility, including psycho-education, lifestyle considerations, hypnosis, visualisation and other forms of support. A couple’s relationship is strengthened and their fertility goals…

18 May 2021 34 min

Ep. 16 Can you have depression and still be happy?

Daryl Brown survived a suicide attempt but lost his legs. In spite of this, he now has a fulfilled life. Daryl shares his struggle with depression, the conflict between his spirituality and sexuality, bullying, and isolation with podcast host Mariette Snyman. Although he knows what it’s like to have no…

11 May 2021 46 min

Ep 15 Painful sex in women: causes and cures

Although one in five women will experience painful intercourse at some stage, this remains a taboo topic. Dr. Jireh Serfontein explains to podcast host Mariette Snyman why making love may hurt, including the role of oral contraceptives and vaginismus. Treatment may incorporate specialised physiotherapy, dilators, and counselling. This problem also…

4 May 2021 17 min

Ep. 14 HypnoBirthing: why it’s good for Mom, Baby – and Dad!

During childbirth, the well-being of Mom and Baby remains the foremost concern. These days, however, parents have many choices: where their child should be born, who to include in their birth team, and what type of birth they prefer. Counselling psychologist Karin Steyn tells podcast host Mariette Snyman about the…

27 Apr 2021 53 min

Ep.13 Só kan jy in moeilike omstandighede floreer

Een ding wat vasstaan, is dat niks bly soos dit is nie – veral wanneer ‘n pandemie die wêreld tref. Die meeste van ons moes emosionele, finansiële, gesondheidsverwante of ander krisisse die hoof bied. Baie van ons probeer steeds die mas opkom. Wat bepaal of ons onder die omstandighede opstaan…

20 Apr 2021 46 min

Ep. 12 How BWRT eases children’s experiences of death and trauma

We are all affected by the death of a loved one, but children can be particularly vulnerable. Clinical psychologist Shelley Hall explains how to support a grieving child and which signs could indicate that professional help is required. Recounting the case of an 8-year-old who witnessed her father shoot her…

13 Apr 2021 35 min

Ep. 11 My partner has erectile dysfunction – please help!

Studies show up to 80% of all cases of erectile dysfunction are caused by an underlying medical problem. This means that getting help for erectile dysfunction - sooner rather than later - can save a man’s life. Dr. Jireh Serfontein tells podcast host Mariette Snyman about the causes, treatment, and…

6 Apr 2021 20 min

Ep. 10 How to build your personal brand to enhance your success

The unprecedented challenges of the past year have forced many of us to take on new roles and develop new behaviours, in our work as well as our personal lives. Brand-building coach Dawn Klatzko gives sound advice on noting our talents, skills, and even our failures in order to reinvent…

30 Mar 2021 55 min

Ep. 9 Giving your baby the best pregnancy and birth experience

Developmental specialist dr. Melodie de Jager introduces a free, weekly blog for the woman who wants to be a mother but doesn’t know where to start. “The Art of Co-creating” will also interest dads, grandparents, and anyone fascinated by the science behind the shaping of a baby. Melodie tells Mariette…

23 Mar 2021 25 min

Ep. 8 ‘n Seun moet voel hy’t ‘n pa

Meer as 60% van die kinders in Suid-Afrika word sonder ‘n pa groot. Dan is daar seuns met pa’s wat fisiek teenwoordig is, maar op ander vlakke afwesig. In sy boek "Seuns sonder pa’s" ondersoek joernalis Julian Jansen die oorsake en gevolge van hierdie diep verwonding en vertel hy die…

16 Mar 2021 51 min

Ep. 7 How BrainWorking Recursive Therapy can curb anxiety

The Corona pandemic has increased the incidence of anxiety, whether generalised or more specific - such as performance anxiety. Clinical social worker Morag Scordilis tells podcast host Mariette Snyman how children, teenagers and adults can benefit from BWRT® and why it is fast-working and cost-effective. Sponsored content.

9 Mar 2021 47 min

Ep. 6 Getting a grip on Covid fatigue

Even before the worldwide pandemic, burnout took on epidemic proportions. Now – on top of that – we are experiencing Covid fatigue. Master coach Judy Klipin tells podcast host Mariette Snyman how to identify Covid fatigue. She offers everyday tools and self-care strategies to help our bodies and minds rest…

2 Mar 2021 47 min

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Ep. 5.1 How brain profiling and coaching can give your life a lift

Face profiling is a startlingly accurate assessment tool that tells us a lot about our true self. Now add brain profiling which sheds light on our brain preferences, and the road to goals such as working more efficiently or attaining a healthy weight suddenly opens up. Face profiler and personal…

25 Feb 2021 26 min

Ep. 5 Can your facial features reveal your true self?

Can face profiling reveal your talents, challenges - and who you really are? Absolutely, says face profiler and personal development coach Marthie Maré. Marthie tells podcast host Mariette Snyman what physiognomy is, how it works, and how the self-knowledge you gain can benefit you and your relationships, at home and…

23 Feb 2021 46 min

Ep. 4: How can the Corona pandemic influence sexual function?

Studies show that many people’s sexual relationships are affected by the pandemic, sexual health expert dr. Jireh Serfontein tells podcast host Mariette Snyman. What could this involve? And how can partners keep both safe and connected? (Sensitive content intended for adult listeners.)

16 Feb 2021 16 min

Ep. 3 What BrainWorking Recursive Therapy is and can do

What exactly is Brainworking Recursive Therapy or BWRT? Clinical psychologist Rafiq Lockhat tells podcast host Mariette Snyman how it originated, how it works, what its advantages are and to which conditions – from phobias to eating disorders and substance abuse – it can be applied.

9 Feb 2021 52 min