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How do you define yourself?

The JMD Psychologists in Gordons Bay, Cpt & Linden, Jhb — Mon, 06 Dec 2010 11:51:49 +0000

So… I am now on the first leg of my journey, and am now sitting in a very cozy place in the cold North, watching the sun rise late in the morning and the slowly melting snow after some days … Continue reading →

Are you doing enough at work?

The JMD Psychologists in Gordons Bay, Cpt & Linden, Jhb — Wed, 01 Dec 2010 04:29:33 +0000

Correct your poor performandce before your boss does it for you. No one likes to be a poor performer, and yet many people periodically battle to live up to expectations on the job. The good news is that poor performance … Continue reading →

I wish I’d known…

The JMD Psychologists in Gordons Bay, Cpt & Linden, Jhb — Mon, 29 Nov 2010 20:13:47 +0000

I received this beautiful email from a very special person, thank you E. See the original author below. I wish I’d known that failure was an option. I wish I’d known there’s a difference between friends and drinking buddies. I … Continue reading →

Appreciating beauty wherever you are…

The JMD Psychologists in Gordons Bay, Cpt & Linden, Jhb — Mon, 29 Nov 2010 19:40:53 +0000

A treasured oldie on our website… http://www.jmdpsych.com/appreciating_beauty.html

Reflections – what should I write about?

The JMD Psychologists in Gordons Bay, Cpt & Linden, Jhb — Mon, 29 Nov 2010 16:07:41 +0000

The day for my departure is closing in fast, and I am wondering about what to include on the ‘Reflections’ part of the blog. I haven’t sent out invitations to our client base yet, only the people with whom we … Continue reading →

Become your own best friend

The JMD Psychologists in Gordons Bay, Cpt & Linden, Jhb — Sat, 27 Nov 2010 08:20:02 +0000

Many of our clients suffer from a poor self-image, poor self-esteem and lack of appreciation for themselves. Here are a few of our best tips on how to become your own best friend. Being kind to yourself allows others to also … Continue reading →

Second Baby Blues by Leatia Stemmet

The JMD Psychologists in Gordons Bay, Cpt & Linden, Jhb — Fri, 26 Nov 2010 09:10:25 +0000

Leatia Stemmet answers some questions regarding ‘Second baby Blues’ “I know a few women who can’t make up their minds about having a second child because they say they feel it would be unfair to their existing child. What might … Continue reading →

How to Deal With a Manipulator

The JMD Psychologists in Gordons Bay, Cpt & Linden, Jhb — Fri, 26 Nov 2010 09:06:55 +0000

How to Deal With a Manipulator Manipulators seek one thing: control. Anyone can be manipulative or manipulated: parents, lovers, spouses, friends, children, employers or employees. Because any relationship that involves manipulation is destined for problems, you need to recognize and … Continue reading →

Financial considerations when choosing a life partner

The JMD Psychologists in Gordons Bay, Cpt & Linden, Jhb — Fri, 26 Nov 2010 09:03:27 +0000

Financial considerations when choosing a life partner By Leatia Stemmet, psychologist at JMD Psychological Consulting Choosing the right partner, even more so in today’s tough financial times, requires a distinctive focus on the financial attitude that such a partner displays. … Continue reading →

Explaining to your child that life is not fair.

The JMD Psychologists in Gordons Bay, Cpt & Linden, Jhb — Fri, 26 Nov 2010 09:02:13 +0000

Explaining to your child that life is not fair. by Leatia Stemmet, Counselling Psychologist for children and adults at JMD Psychological Consulting It is often very difficult to explain to your child that some things in life are just not … Continue reading →

Conversations in Consultation, by Edrich Smook

The JMD Psychologists in Gordons Bay, Cpt & Linden, Jhb — Fri, 26 Nov 2010 09:01:02 +0000

Conversations in Consultation by Edrich Smook – Counselling Psychologist at JMD Psychological Consulting In time, the ebb and flow of life – uncertain by design – drives us to a world inside ourselves where we are confronted by the reality … Continue reading →

Leatia Stemmet on summer-flings

The JMD Psychologists in Gordons Bay, Cpt & Linden, Jhb — Fri, 26 Nov 2010 08:59:08 +0000

Leatia answers a Cosmo journalist’s questions on ‘Summer Flings’ “In your opinion, what is it about summer that influences relationships, why do some people choose to have a summer fling, and why do some people choose to leave their existing … Continue reading →

Help your man to be a better lover

The JMD Psychologists in Gordons Bay, Cpt & Linden, Jhb — Wed, 24 Nov 2010 18:53:05 +0000

Would you like some better action between the sheets? There are things you can do if if your man isn’t the best lover. Help your man to become a wonderful bed companion. Creating a better sex life revolves around telling him … Continue reading →

How to set up an RSS feed

The JMD Psychologists in Gordons Bay, Cpt & Linden, Jhb — Sun, 21 Nov 2010 09:29:50 +0000

I’ve asked a bit around, and it seems many people don’t know that they can set up links to updated content from websites and blogs sent directly to their email account. It is an easy way to keep updated about … Continue reading →

I am exploring the world of blogging…

The JMD Psychologists in Gordons Bay, Cpt & Linden, Jhb — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 13:44:29 +0000

While I’ve managed our website (www.jmdpsych.com) for many years, I have yet to become familiar with the world of blogging. We’ve all heard about it, and many people are avid bloggers or blog readers. But it is still a skill … Continue reading →

Telltale signs that your colleague is dependent on alcohol

The JMD Psychologists in Gordons Bay, Cpt & Linden, Jhb — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 07:36:29 +0000

When you have a suspicion that a colleague is dependent on alcohol it is often true, but what are the actual signs of dependency? Here is a list of 10 signs to watch out for: 1. Mood swings. One moment your … Continue reading →

A new adventure into life, love and the universe

The JMD Psychologists in Gordons Bay, Cpt & Linden, Jhb — Mon, 15 Nov 2010 14:56:19 +0000

We at JMDpsych will be trying something new and we hope you will like it. I will be going on a bit of an adventure soon, and I will share my reflections on the trip, in so far as they … Continue reading →

Tips on Dealing with Divorce

The JMD Psychologists in Gordons Bay, Cpt & Linden, Jhb — Sun, 31 Oct 2010 16:21:46 +0000

Here are some tips on dealing with divorce, starting with some ideas on assessing whether divorce is the only option available to you. Scroll down to see articles on various aspects of the divorce process. http://www.jmdpsych.com/dealing_with_divorce.html

Choosing your life partner

The JMD Psychologists in Gordons Bay, Cpt & Linden, Jhb — Sun, 31 Oct 2010 16:08:03 +0000

People search for partners to share their life with, someone who can witness their journey through life, someone who can complement them and share the joys and burdens of life. But often people commit to a life together long before … Continue reading →

Back on the blog!!!

The JMD Psychologists in Gordons Bay, Cpt & Linden, Jhb — Sun, 31 Oct 2010 03:56:05 +0000

The psychologists at JMD Psychological Consulting have been counselling people for a long time, assisting in optimising their lives, dealing with difficulties, and enjoying themselves, the people in their lives and the work they do. We would like to share some of … Continue reading →