Emotional dysregulation as a key component of ADHD
Understanding that emotional dysregulation is a brain-related symptom in individuals with ADHD can counter shame and offer hope. Counselling psychologist Ronel Carver discusses ADHD and its effects, executive functioning deficit, emotional dysregulation and rejection sensitive dysphoria. Concerning ADHD and emotional dysregulation, she highlights different treatment options - particularly BWRT, which changes neural pathways to elicit a preferred response. Ronel outlines the advantages of addressing challenges with brain-based therapy.
Annette Zeelie: How Brain Gym can boost couples’ relationships
Wouldn’t it be helpful if you and your partner knew whether one of you had a “blocked” eye or ear? Educational kinesiologist Annette Zeelie explains how Brain Gym® can determine individuals’ stress profiles, and enhance brain function through targeted movement. Children as well as adults can improve their concentration, communication, memory, stress management, emotional self-regulation, self-confidence, sport and academic achievement – and relationships.
Dr Arien’s journey: coping with retinopathy, depression and stroke
Instead of losing all hope when faced with a debilitating eye condition, stroke and acute depression, Dr Arien van der Merwe found ways to grow into a more perceptive, empathic healer. She explains how neuroplasticity helped her recover from paralysis, discusses the placebo versus the nocebo effect and metabolic syndrome, and lists her personal tips for self-care.
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, anxiety and burnout. She includes practical advice for female as well as male ADHD-ers.
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 perception of her own femininity and animals’ well-being were transformed.
Strengthening self-love: understand your sensory preferences
Is your natural inclination visual, auditory, or kinaesthetic? How can you apply this knowledge to deepen your connection with others – and, most importantly, with yourself? Human development specialist Dr Melodie de Jager explores our sensory systems and preferences, offering practical tips on increasing our awareness, enhancing self-care, and even choosing spot-on gifts.