Ep. 222 Post-retirement mastery: acing a piano exam with finger joint prostheses

Caring for a loved one living with dementia can be profoundly taxing. Gerontologist and dementia consultant Daniela Russo applies eight rules from an ancient text on warfare to lighten this load. Learn how to identify the real “enemy,” interpret challenging behaviour, and avoid unnecessary battles. Discover ways to encourage autonomy…

What is your most precious currency: time or money? Do you need to be ‘always available’? Entrepreneur and business consultant Michael Glenister introduces his personal development guide 'Take Back Time', proving that you cannot value your time unless you value yourself. Learn to reclaim control over your time - not…

What do men typically expect from relationships? What do they tend to struggle with? Clinical psychologist Thabang Tlaka considers why men are sensitive to language, how their priorities differ from those of women, and issues including financial pressures, emotional availability, self-expression, and congruence. He offers tools for strengthening romantic relationships…

Autoimmune disease affects 10% of the world population and poses significant challenges. Health and wellness coach Dr Amy Behimer explains how acquiring healthier, evidence-based habits helps her live well with MS and other diagnoses. Shifting one’s focus to what one can control to create “autoimmune health” is doable - when…

In this solo podcast, Mariette opens up about losing her job and identity as a women’s magazine journalist and proceeding to create her own wellness platform. Using Martha Beck’s change cycle, she discusses feeling like “bug soup,” taking a leap of faith, accepting help, and planning and monetizing her offering…