Dr Charlene Heyns-Nell

01/10/2020

Dichotomisation, also referred to as all or nothing thinking refers to the tendency to evaluate one’s persona qualities in extreme black or white categories.

Dichotomisation is a cognitive distortion which means it keeps us from seeing the world as it often is: complex, yet full of all the shades in between.

Most of us engage in dichotomous thinking from time to time, but it becomes a cognitive distortion when we do it on a regular basis. Dichotomisation hurt your physical and mental health, sabotage your career cause disruption in your relationships.

Certain words can alert you that your thoughts are leaning towards dichotomisation.

- always
- never
- impossible
- disaster
- furious
- ruined
- perfect

Practicing mindfulness helps with minimising dichotomisation. Watch out for our next post.

11/08/2020

At the Neuroscience Institute we don't provide a traditional diagnostic service for problems based on symptoms. We use brainmaps to find the underlying problem.

Neurofeedback is a non-invasive, medication-free treatment that helps individuals who suffer from depression, anxiety, high stress, brain fog, ADD, ADHD (to name a few) live a GOOD life. Neurofeedback is used to deliver long-lasting results by re-training or re-wiring the brain, harnessing its natural power to change. This process is called neuroplasticity.

We have helped individuals and their families with treatment programmes based upon clinical research published in peer-reviewed scientific journals.

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At the Neuroscience Institute we don't provide a traditional diagnostic service for problems based on symptoms. We use brainmaps to find the underlying probl...

06/08/2020

Forgiveness

04/08/2020

We live in a world where we read anything published by anyone. Very seldom do we verify their credentials and often we take their word for it. This creates confusion. You have seen this for yourself. One day coffee is good for you the next day it is bad for you. What is it then?

Select what is wholesome and truthful. Don’t just believe anything as the truth. Seek wisdom.

29/07/2020

Why does your team need to know about neuroscience?

We are wired to connect. Understanding neuroscience and how the knowledge of neuroscience can benefit your team, gives you a competitive advantage.

A lot of how we connect with others has been lost through online mediums. Our ability to read others, building trust, establishing connections etc.

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16/07/2020

Sometimes we feel rejected by people and we don’t always pay attention to those who love and care for us. Spread the LOVE today, let someone know you love and care for them..

15/07/2020

Innovation is a mindset, not a R&D budget. The key is in the type of people who join your organisation.

Innovation is also a strategic orientation that should be adopted in your organisation.

Studies show that around 65% of business leaders today still lack the confidence to stimulate innovative thinking. And... innovation has been proven to be a growth strategy.

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14/07/2020

It’s hard to trust that everything will be ok when you have lost so much. But sometimes you just have to tell yourself that it will work out somehow.

30/06/2020

Quite often busyness takes the place of productivity🏃🏽‍♀️🏃🏽‍♀️. We are constantly being reminded of being more productive, less procrastination, better time management etc..

Watch us LIVE as we unpack productivity, the impact of COVID19 on productivity and what you can do to improve productivity during this time!

30/06/2020

05/06/2020

Learning is a strategic orientation that many companies don't apply. For many they employ the right person with the right skill. And maybe send them on a course.

But learning orientation is not that. Learning orientation means your company's commitment to learning, open-mindedness and shared vision.

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29/05/2020

Wow! You’re 18❤️where did the time go😯😯🌸what a beautiful young lady you are!