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...

ADHD is often labelled “a problem.” Dr Albert Bramante, New York talent agent with a background in psychology, suggests ways to reframe the so-called drawbacks of being neurodivergent. He offers practical advice on creating systems that honour the way the brain works, redefining success and failure, handling criticism, and countering self-sabotaging behaviour.

When retiring from a busy urology practice, Dr Hans Rabe (now 76) set himself the goal of playing UNISA’s most advanced piano exam. Despite having to play through the pain due to autoimmune arthritis, he achieved an A+. Savour this story of retirement, reinvention and resilience, told with a quirky sense of humour.

How does a parent deal with not only the stigma, but misconceptions attached to high-functioning autism? Social worker Mariette Cawood candidly speaks about how this affects a child and its parents, facilitating the child’s relationship with teachers and other individuals, dealing with specific challenges, and the 3 phases of autism. She voices the grief many parents experience and urges other adults to educate themselves and promote a more supportive, inclusive environment.

Which adventure would take you out of your comfort zone, pique your senses, and invigorate you with growth? Transformational coach and change consultant Gail Cox extracts life & leadership lessons from open-water swimming in Mallorca. She considers saying yes to a challenge despite not being quite ready, meeting her own edge, bravely navigating constantly shifting waters, breathing in a different way, and creating space for recovery.

Chronic disease alters the daily functioning and quality of life of the individual with the diagnosis - the same applies to their partner. Educational psychologist Lidalize Grobler explores the physical, emotional and financial challenges a couple may face, energy budgeting, realistic expectations, and flare-ups. She offers valuable pointers on creating emotional safety, deepening trust, and finding intimacy in shared resilience.

Raising four children as a single parent, receiving a breast cancer diagnosis and undergoing a nine-hour surgical procedure - amidst other losses - could not extinguish Cecelia Jansen’s faith. Then she met a man who looked beyond her scars, saw her heart, and helped her realise a life-long dream. Listen to an inspiring story of courage and hope.

Even though our thoughts are mental events, not facts, we may find them overwhelming. Clinical psychologist Dr Colinda Linde explains how ACT teaches us psychological flexibility, including unhooking ourselves from self-criticism and riding out discomfort or anxiety. She discusses the 6 core processes involved in ACT, and committing to actions that serve our values.

Do you experience our world as secure and predictable, or find it overwhelming and anxiety provoking? “Complexity nerd” Sonja Blignaut  considers how AfrikaBurn mirrors life’s complexity, becoming comfortable with being uncomfortable, the difference between complicated and complex systems, and developing 4 meta-skills aimed at thriving in an entangled world.

Verliese gekoppel aan ouer word -  byvoorbeeld van liggaamskrag, ‘n jeugdige voorkoms, verhoudings, onafhanklikheid en werkstatus & -relevansie - dwing ons om ons identiteit aan te pas. Skrywer, spreker en spirituele begeleier Philip Liebenberg gesels oor kopskuiwe wat dit makliker kan maak, hoe om liggaamlikheid van binne te beleef, en hoe om steeds begeerlik te voel.

When we face high-pressure situations, we often lose our cool. Executive producer and educator Gabriel Dibble explains how the ability to pause, find clarity and respond - not react - benefits us personally and professionally. Offering research-based, actionable insights into developing emotional control and regulation, Gabriel explains how this builds respect and trust.  

If men have a biological tendency to seek self-worth through personal, independent performance, what happens when they can’t work or don’t reach their goals? Executive coach Neil Bierbaum explores manhood and the 4 stages of maturity, including a possible mid-life crisis. He discusses countering the loss of identity and recognition by deliberately creating a meaningful context and cultivating acceptance.

Following divorce, arrear maintenance can have a devastating financial and emotional impact on children and primary caregivers. Family mediator Anneke Greyvenstein introduces the Maintenance Order Management System, which allows arrear maintenance to reflect on a maintenance debtor’s credit profile. Discover how to recover arrear maintenance with interest, and how the Co-Parent App can help divorced parents limit misunderstandings and conflict.

Did you know meditation can be used to reprogramme your subconscious mind to reach desired goals? Master transformation coach Liezl Thom explores the difference between mindfulness and meditation, the benefits involved, and cultivating blissipline. She offers advice for those believing they simply cannot meditate, and shares Vishen Lakhiani’s powerful 6-phase meditation.

Many of us fear that Artificial Intelligence may undermine our jobs, purpose and humanity. Neurologist Dr Etienne van der Walt discusses the respective strengths of AI and Biological Intelligence or BI, AI’s increasing ability to show empathy, and existing differences between AI and BI. He advocates leading teams toward achieving the flow state and applying hybrid intelligence to achieve optimal outcomes.

How can childhood trauma impede professionals’ personal impact power and career success? Executive coach Gail Cameron explains how unforeseen change can trigger the effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences, often linked to large-group trauma and transgenerational transmission. She outlines a mindfulness-based, 3-step solution which can restore self-regard and shift limiting beliefs.

Are you struggling to adjust to retirement, or fear the prospect of leaving formal employment? Apart from financial changes, this life transition involves emotional, social, and other challenges. Psychologist Dr Hannetjie van Zyl-Edeling discusses the 6 stages of retirement, how specific losses can affect individuals’ stress score, factors that can mitigate retirement stress, and how to navigate a sensible lead-in period.

How does one come to accept ‘endgame cancer’? When her breast cancer metastasized into terminal bone cancer, Mandy Mulders took steps to throw off emotional burdens and past trauma. She shares her journey to freedom despite the loss of her breasts and strength, supported by family, friends, spiritual transformation and BrainWorking Recursive Therapy.

Wat is die verband tussen beheer oor ons lewens, terugstaan en verwondering? Bestuurskonsultant en skrywer Gielie Hoffmann gesels oor uitbranding op ‘n jong ouderdom, ‘n dapper loopbaanskuif, die kerk en geloof, wat ons vashouplek kan gee, groot voete - en of sy nuwe boek hom kwesbaar laat.

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 the TV series based on her book, ‘Catch me a killer,’ and her educational offerings. Sensitive content: meant for adult listeners.