Up close & personal
The experts featured in the podcast series Calm, clear & helpful and in the articles on this website work closely with their clients and develop bonds of mutual trust.
This section is meant to give you a glimpse of the person behind the professional, of what they value and how they are turning the world into a better place.
You’ll also find personal profiles of courageous people confronting huge challenges with the help of therapy or coaching.
‘n Huweliksbevestiger, spreker, skrywer en spirituele begeleier skryf oor onafhanklike denke, waagstukke met vars produkte en watter ouetehuis hom nooit sal sien nie.
A Nordic Walker & Trainer, Nutritional Therapist, Health Coach and Pilates Instructor writes about competing in the Nordic Walking World Cup in Poland, magical train trips and medicine for body, mind and soul.
‘n Deurwinterde uitsaaijoernalis skryf oor swart en wit cowboy-films, potjiekos vir die siel, en ‘n knorrige ou vroutjie vol fiemies.
A post-traumatic growth specialist writes about adverse childhood experiences, her secret passion, being a matriarch, and proper pull-ups.
A naturopath, wellness coach and speaker writes about wellness as 'a work of heart', self-discovery, pushing oneself too hard, and a return to natural beauty.
A functional medicine health coach, Nutrigenomics Practitioner and NLP life coach writes about health struggles, being bitten by the ‘holistic health bug’, and acne & eczema.
An international bestselling author, podcast & radio host and book coach writes about watching the mind, dancing his face off to psychedelic trance, and ‘coming back to the love in your heart.’
An energy therapist and psychologist writes about romance in the workplace, questioning the norm, a double-edged sword and embracing more sloth spirit energy.
‘n Skrywer, spreker en joernalis skryf oor jazz en kerse, ‘n mislukte skubaduikpoging, ‘n suksesvolle valskermsprong en “pure malvalekker.”
‘n Entrepreneur en die mede-eienaar van Stylvol skryf oor oggendgeselsies, ‘te veel goetertjies’, oefening-endorfiene en uitbundige vriende.
An EQ specialist, facilitator, therapist and author writes about swimming with dolphins, a black belt in karate and a world of beautiful dresses.
A movement and energy coach writes about a language called Energy, high school sweethearts and paddleboard yoga (scroll down for a dolphin video!)
A sociologist writes about books falling from bookshelves, a serendipitous maths tutorial, and procrastinating.
A social worker and international Emotional Logic training consultant writes about being an adventurer at heart, travelling with live chickens, and befriending our emotions.
A chef, food stylist & writer and photographer writes about emigrating to the Netherlands, a beautiful love story, an unforgettable trip, and a watermelon bobbing in the water to keep cool.
An early childhood development specialist involved in the edutainment TV show “Takalani Sesame” writes about self-directed activities, “unteachable” children and a very small town.
A psychologist and wealth matrix mentor writes about a city that holds the spirit of the country, what happened when she was 19, and freedom.
A palliative care nursing sister and founder of a non-profit organisation discusses writing exams “with a baby on the boob,” paddling on the ocean five times a week, and extraordinary women.
A Cape Town wealth manager writes about working with high-net worth clients, a gap year in London, work-life balance, and a quiet cup of tea.
The physiotherapist who founded the Lyno® Method writes about travelling with elite athletes, too much luggage, and always questioning everything.
An educational psychologist writes about incorporating energy healing into her psychology practice, avoiding the yo-yo effect, and a home that overflows with children.
The programme director of Rewire to Retire shares her thoughts on black jeans, an overcrowded helicopter, developing people, and children living abroad.
BabyGym Institute International programme director, childbirth educator, and birth doula Cozette Laubser considers what stole her heart; physical exhaustion versus emotional connection; and forgiving quickly and laughing easily.
A counselling psychologist writes about cutting Freud some slack, Christmas Crunchie biscuits, and weighted bunnies - made with love.
A pastor and author’s thoughts on difficult conversations, stage fright, and holy ground.
Radioman, joernalis, kreatiwiteitsafrigter, asemhalingsterapeut, kunsresensent, dramaturg … die programbestuurder van RSG dra ‘n hele rits hoede. Hy beantwoord 8 vrae, en Cows Grilling Hamburgers kom onder meer ter sprake.
A body language expert, human behaviour analyst and coach writes about being a recovering people pleaser, a forgotten language, and the importance of changing perceptions.
Vermaaklikheidsjoernalis Martjie Roos praat oor die koerant- en tydskrifink wat in haar are vloei, bek-en-klouseer, verre lande en skeppingsvreugde.
The founder of a successful digital media platform for South African 60-plussers writes about a recipe for a wonderful career, praying her way through slumps, and the enchantment of the bush.
A positive psychology coach and international endurance athlete touches on running 205km without stopping, selfie narratives, and the secret behind carrying on when you feel you simply cannot.