Mariette Snyman Calm, Clear & Helpful

Calm, Clear & Helpful

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.
Weekly English South Africa Self-Improvement · Relationships
205 Episodes
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Ep. 203 Dr Micki Pistorius: why female serial killers kill for money

Which deep-seated psychological need motivates female or ‘quiet’ serial killers? Psychologist and criminal profiler Dr Micki Pistorius explores this in terms of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, crucial differences between male and female serial killers, what distinguishes serial killers from other humans, and whether serial killers are mentally ill. She discusses…
25 Mar 46 min

Ep 202 Marina Wildt: how women experience ADHD differently from men

Did you know that ADHD in women is often overlooked because their symptoms present as overachievement, disorganisation or emotional sensitivity rather than the hyperactivity commonly linked with ADHD? Wellness coach Marina Wildt cites recent research findings, explaining how women - unlike men - internalise ADHD symptoms, frequently leading to perfectionism,…
18 Mar 1 hr 12 min

Ep 201 Julian Jansen: ‘n bietjie 60 wees, innige liefde en aftree of nie

Joernalis Julian Jansen praat openhartig oor die lewe ná 60 – ‘n ander werksritme, ‘n nuwe benadering teenoor toksiese mense en Cecelia Jacobs, die “nommerpas vrou.” Hy gesels oor sy 3 grootste persoonlike traumas, hoe om ‘n konstruk van lewensuitdagings in groei en persoonlike geluk te omskep, en die wens…
11 Mar 57 min

Ep. 200 Dr Julia Kukard: Finding joy and fluidity in stuckness

Is being stuck a hellhole of despair or a friend enabling our growth? Psychotherapist and coach Dr Julia Kukard explains why stuckness indicates a disconnect between our inner and outer world, 3 losses we suffer and can recover, and the 5 stages of the stuckness cycle. Citing memorable case studies,…
4 Mar 1 hr 12 min

Ep 199 Belinda Bras-Nel: I came back from Egypt a different woman

Discovering Egypt in unforeseen ways, angel medium Belinda Bras-Nel experienced deep connections, spiritual encounters, the energy of Grandmother Gaia, and fun - despite health challenges. She describes the allure of the Nile, the profound beauty of the desert, and how her perceptions of her own femininity and animals’ well-being were…
25 Feb 1 hr 23 min

Ep 198 Hearing loss: the story of my middle ear implant

Struggling with hearing loss, painful distortion, cognitive decline and other challenges after two ear strokes, international cognitive behavioural therapist and speaker Cherona Dannhauser had a successful middle ear implant. She shares her journey, including what if felt like to hear her own voice – and that of her young adult…
18 Feb 1 hr 06 min

Ep. 197 Teleurstellings en verkeerde keuses definieer jou nie

Waar vind jy hoop wanneer die golwe van die lewe jou wil verswelg? Pastoor, skrywer, omroeper, spelterapeut en berader Sonja Goldberg vertel hoe struikelblokke soos ernstige gesondheidsuitdagings, die dood van geliefdes, armoede, eensaamheid en ‘n egskeiding eindelik tóg haar geloof gevoed het - en hoe haar droom om pastoor te…
11 Feb 50 min

Ep. 195 Njideka Olatunde: pioneering opioid-free pain relief solutions

In a quest to provide medication-free pain relief, Dr Njideka Olatunde created Reflexology-Touchology: a system which involves listening as a form of touch, identifying the pain-stress connection, offering pain relief and finding suitable integrative healing modalities. She discusses examples of mental, physical, emotional and spiritual pain and each person's innate…
4 Feb 43 min

Ep. 195 What pet parents need to know about holistic health practices

Is your pet’s well-being close to your heart? Veterinarian Dr Marlene Siegel explains what integrative, holistic health care entails and why finding the root cause of any challenge is crucial in order to ensure long-term health. She discusses deficiency, toxicity, mitochondrial dysfunction and trapped emotions as causes of dis-ease, and…
21 Jan 38 min

Ep. 194 Thyroid imbalance, energy levels, stress and weight gain

Thyroid dysfunction, especially hypothyroidism, is often misdiagnosed and can lead to weight gain, fatigue, anxiety, hair loss or gut problems. Naturopathic doctor Faryal Luhar discusses possible causes, testing the correct markers, and treatment. She sheds light on Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disorder, and how it can be dealt with. Sponsored…
14 Jan 46 min

Ep 193 Chronic pain or illness: coping with day-to-day life

Living with a chronic condition – invisible to others - often means managing unrelenting pain, impaired daily function, diverse fears, and isolation. Having lived with chronic illness and pain for 15+ years, wellness coach Marina Wildt shares her spine-chilling journey and what it took to get her back on her…
7 Jan 1 hr 25 min

Ep 192 Fear, Your Podcast, and That Little Inner Voice

Are you – or do you desire to be - a podcaster? Podcast profit strategist Donna Kunde offers clarity on making friends with fear, calming your inner voice, cultivating the mindset of success, and crafting a unique message that resonates with your audience. Practical advice for anyone finding themselves in…
10 Dec 2024 46 min

Ep 191 Hormones in menopause: how to fix the #1 mistake women make

Did you know that, in menopause, hormone production moves from the ovaries to the adrenals? Functional medicine health coach Anita Hamilton-Williams explains how to support the body as it moves from being ovarian-centric to adrenal-centric. We can ensure optimal cortisol levels by stabilising blood sugar, calming inflammation, eliminating circadian disruption…
3 Dec 2024 40 min

Ep. 190 Understanding and managing food trauma

Individuals who have an unhealthy relationship with food don’t necessarily realise that this is the case. Movement and energy specialist Tami Folkenflik shares her own story of food trauma, which caused intense emotional distress. She explains how she supports clients in their healing journeys and advises family members on how…
26 Nov 2024 33 min

Ep. 188 Moms: Nurturing your baby, nurturing your brain

Neuroscience shows that Mom’s brain changes as she expects, births and nurtures her baby. How about Dad’s brain, or that of a foster mom or caretaker? Cozette Laubser discusses how certain areas in the brain shrink or grow, how close contact with a baby “rewards” parents with feel-good hormones, and…
12 Nov 2024 49 min

Ep. 187 Helen Nicholson: How to network as an introvert

Are introverts better networkers than extroverts? Helen Nicholson considers “superpowers” introverts possess, why many introverts feel invisible in the workplace, and how the brains of introverts, extroverts and ambiverts differ. She discusses connectors and mavens, storytelling and developing a powerful personal brand, and a valuable small-talk technique.
5 Nov 2024 32 min

Ep. 186 Cognitive Behaviour Therapy: will it work for you?

How does CBT differ from other therapies? Clinical psychologist Dr Colinda Linde explains that it’s fast, practical, evidence-based, and characterised by teamwork between client and practitioner. CBT effectively addresses conditions including anxiety, depression, stress management, and sleeping and eating disorders; equips clients with skills; and can be used in group…
29 Oct 2024 45 min

Ep. 185 Nordic Walking: what it is and how it can change your life

How about a safe, total-body exercise that burns more calories than walking but requires less exertion - and impacts your joints less? Nordic Walker and trainer Lohra de Waal discusses this fast-growing sport, suitable to all ages and many chronic, medical or geriatric conditions. . She discusses research findings, the…
22 Oct 2024 48 min
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