It’s been dubbed “wine o’clock culture” — the 5pm glass that becomes a bottle, the secret sips behind the pantry door, the weekend binge that started out as a stress relief ritual. But more recently, international documentaries and local observations alike are revealing a worrying trend: women between the ages of 40 and 60 are…
Netflix’s latest hit series Adolescence has sparked widespread discussion about the turbulent teenage years. From heightened emotions to risky decision-making, the show paints a vivid picture of what it’s like to be a teen in today’s world. But how accurate is it? And what does neuroscience tell us about the adolescent brain?
South African neurofeedback…
Valentine’s Day is all about love, but have you ever considered the most important relationship in your life—the one with yourself? The way we speak to ourselves has a profound impact on our mental and emotional well-being. Yet, many of us are our own worst critics, caught in a cycle of self-doubt and negative self-talk.…
As the year draws to a close, many South Africans are feeling the weight of accumulated stress and exhaustion. The good news is that there are scientifically backed neuro hacks that can help anyone unwind and rejuvenate, without needing to commit to long, complex routines. Kerry Rudman, founder and neurofeedback specialist at Brain Harmonics, shares…
By Kerry Rudman, a Neurofeedback Specialist and owner of Brain Harmonics.
In our all-consuming, everyday quest for happiness, we often find ourselves measuring it through personal achievements. Yet, real joy, the profound sense of fulfilment, frequently arises in the context of shared experiences. Think about your child’s graduation or the collective energy of a…
By Kerry Rudman from Brain Harmonics
Glamorizing mental health issues has become a trend in recent times, especially on social media platforms. It involves people portraying their mental health issues in a way that glorifies the condition, making it seem trendy or cool. This dangerous practice not only trivializes mental health problems but also affects…
By Kerry Rudman from Brain Harmonics
We all have our own ideas and practices on how to live a balanced life, with some being similar and others being completely different! What I've noticed in my practice is that almost all of my clients will achieve balance in certain areas of their life, but never in all.
People…
The rise of smart watches has given people many benefits, the most interesting of which has been calculating sleep statistics, or should we say lack thereof! Globally 45 percent of the population suffer from sleep issues – the most common of which is lack of sleep.
Sleep loss – particularly deep sleep or slow wave…