Couples who are getting divorced needn’t go to court. Laurie Greyvenstein, accredited family mediator, clarifies mediation or alternative dispute resolution (ADR). He points out why divorce mediation is much cheaper, faster and more flexible, and explains concepts such as maintenance, parenting plans, and the voice of the child.

Experiencing anxiety is not a “choice”. One in four people has genetics for disorders such as generalised anxiety disorder, panic disorder, agoraphobia, social phobia and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Clinical psychologist Dr. Colinda Linde clarifies these conditions, their symptoms, diagnosis and treatment, including medication and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy: a collaborative, research-based intervention.

“My Pregnancy Journey” is a comprehensive educational – and beautiful - mobile app focused on South Africa and the African continent, created by Jacqui Rogers. Aimed at smoothing the ride for moms to be and changing the distressing birth stats prevalent in many developing countries, it has won both local and international awards. Jacqui talks about developing the app, its features, its affordability, the scope for expansion - and how it has changed her life.

Some time ago, Clive Vanderwagen felt he didn’t want to live anymore. Three weeks in a psychiatric hospital led to a marked mind-shift, followed by far-reaching career and lifestyle changes. Listen to Clive’s sincere account of re-framing challenges such as his mother’s suicide when he was a young boy; simple habits which nourish his mental and physical health; and the one-line plan that directs his life.

“Behind the smile, a hidden knife”: have you or a loved one ever been targeted? Bullying occurs everywhere: in families, at school, at work and in cyberspace. Clinical social worker Morag Scordilis discusses the imbalance of power at the heart of bullying, examples of physical, verbal and social bullying, and the effect on our relationships and sense of self. She offers helpful insights, strategies and tools.

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 verhaal van sy eie pa: die held, maar ook die skurk van hulle gesin. Julian gesels met Mariette Snyman oor sy boek, nuwe navorsing oor vaderloosheid, en praktiese en geestelike oplossings.

Do you have a complex, guilt-ridden relationship with food? Would you like to get to a place of healing and freedom around eating? Health coach Zena le Roux discusses factors shaping our eating habits and practical ways to tune into our bodies. Restoring our physiological balance, addressing emotional issues, and removing dietary restrictions can help us regain our body’s trust.

When we want to lose weight, we often overlook the symbolic messages our subconscious sends us via the body. Dr. Hannetjie van Zyl-Edeling explains how excess weight can function as protection, have hidden advantages, and relate to our family context. She discusses ways in which emotional eating can be addressed and the effectiveness of hypnotherapy in weight loss.

What is life coaching and when is it the right choice? What are the benefits and how do you find a suitable coach? Maryke Groenewald talks about the costs, whether it is worth your while, and how the Covid-19 pandemic led to the founding of Coaches Network SA.

Can one learn to be happy? Absolutely, says personal transformation specialist Angela Hardy. The key lies in understanding how our minds create our feelings. Along with clarifying the working of the brain, the importance of being aware of our thoughts and of relaxing the body, Angela offers practical tips to help us live a more joyful life.

Pastorale narratiewe terapeut dr. Marietjie van Loggerenberg praat oor die hantering van ‘n kind wat uit die kas kom, skok en skaamte, wanpersepsies rakende gay-wees, en die vrees vir verwerping en seksueel oordraagbare siektes. Sy gee raad - ook vir ouers wat ‘n geloofstryd beleef - en omlyn 7 stappe na die uiteindelike aanvaarding van ‘n kind se seksuele oriëntasie. Sensitiewe inhoud: dié gesprek is vir volwassenes bedoel.

Would you like a healthy lifestyle to be sustainable rather than overwhelming? If so, you’d best get rid of guilt. Health coach Zena le Roux reframes self-reproach around eating and exercising, explains which “external voices” should be disregarded, and advocates understanding of the gut-brain connection and other aspects of holistic well-being.

Clinical psychologist Jeffrey Rink’s love of psychotherapy, nature, traditional African culture, symbolism and meditation come together in his intimate wilderness retreats. Don’t miss his stories about the mopani trees, elephant dung and termitaria – they inform and delight! Jeffrey explains what Ecopsychology is, how a sense of humour features on Ecopsychology Africa retreats, and how meaningful personal transformation takes place.

Personal transformation specialist Angela Hardy demonstrates that unconditional self-love is, in fact, possible. She explains why striving to be a better person is counter-productive, how knowing the nature of the mind can change one’s approach, and that self-sabotage programs can be cleared to allow for genuine and lasting acceptance of oneself and others.

Hoewel die persepsie dat maer wees gelyk is aan mooi wees toenemend vervaag, bly gewigsverlies om gesondheids- en ander redes vir baie mense belangrik. Opvoedkundige sielkundige Karin Bronkhorst praat oor die verband tussen emosies en eetpatrone, wanneer ‘n gebrek aan selfbeheersing geen rol speel nie, wat hipnoterapie behels en hoe die behandeling van kwessies soos trauma tot gesonder gedragspatrone kan lei.

Dr. Helene van Diemen discusses the advantages of effective communication between body, mind and soul, what gets in the way of understanding our inner workings, and how unresolved emotional issues relate to disease. She offers practical tips on listening to our body and trusting our intuition, and clarifies the Core Regeneration healing method.

Dr. Carel-Piet van Eeden, integrative practitioner, Catholic priest and independent Reiki Master from Johannesburg, explains what Reiki is, where it originated, how it works, what experiencing it feels like, and how it relates to the laying on of hands.

Being sexually active can lead to contracting an STI. Dr. Jireh Serfontein, medical doctor and sexologist, talks about common sexually transmitted infections, their symptoms, testing, treatment and the effect on one’s health and intimate relationship. She discusses the management of shame, stigma and “STI phobia”.

Sou jy graag wou weet wat jou huisdier dink of wil hê? Jenny Shone, ‘n ervare dieretelepatie-kommunikeerder, verduidelik dis nes ‘n nuwe taal wat jy aanleer. Sy praat oor die drie maniere waarop diere kommunikeer, die opsporing van vermiste diere, en hoe troeteldiere se gedrags- of gesondheidsprobleme gesinskwessies kan weerspieël.

Die besluit om te skei, die egskeidingsproses en die aanpassing daarná is emosioneel uitmergelend en behels groot praktiese uitdagings. As jy iemand in hierdie situasie wil bystaan, moet jy dit oordeelkundig doen. Pastorale terapeut ds. Braam Klopper verduidelik hoe jy van hulp kan wees, wat om nié te doen nie en hoe om vertroulike inligting te hanteer. Hy gee ook raad oor die geloofsworsteling wat egskeiding vir gelowiges kan meebring.