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B\u00e9r\u00e9nice\u2019s journey into complementary health began in 2003, when she first encountered Specialised Kinesiology.<\/p>\nB\u00e9r\u00e9nice Kruger-Trave shows how reconnecting with your body and mind can transform your well-being, offering practical ways to manage stress, restore balance and embrace life with renewed energy.<\/p>\n
In a world where being constantly \u2018switched on\u2019 has become the norm, it\u2019s easy to miss the warning signs when stress starts to overstay its welcome. But wellness, says B\u00e9r\u00e9nice Kruger-Trave, is less about coping strategies and more about tuning in – listening to what your body and mind are trying to say.<\/p>\n
Her health and well-being practice Being Well, with B\u00e9r\u00e9nice, based in the Upper Highway area, is grounded in this philosophy. She combines gentle yet powerful techniques, from Specialised Kinesiology, and BodyTalk, to Neural Organisation Technique (N.O.T), Thai Foot Massage, and Transformational Coaching all with with one goal in mind – helping people of all ages reconnect with themselves and thrive.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur bodies are constantly communicating with us,\u201d she explains. \u201cWhen we begin to listen, we feel more grounded, at ease, and in tune with ourselves.\u201d<\/p>\n
B\u00e9r\u00e9nice\u2019s journey into complementary health began in 2003, when she first encountered Specialised Kinesiology.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt was as if the missing piece finally fell into place,\u201d she recalls. \u201cI realised we can\u2019t look at a person through a one-dimensional lens – physical health on its own or psychology on its own. True well-being means addressing all aspects of body, mind and emotions, and I found the emotional dimension was the key often overlooked.\u201d<\/p>\n
Inspired by her own transformation, she trained in Specialised Kinesiology from 2004 and later BodyTalk in 2007. By 2009, she had left her diplomatic post at the Belgian Consulate in Durban to pursue what she felt was her true calling – supporting others on their path to health and wholeness.<\/p>\n
Over time, she deepened her practice, learning modalities such as Neuro-Training, Neural Organisation Technique (N.O.T.), Thai Foot Massage and Transformational Coaching. But her path wasn\u2019t a straight line. She took a break from practice for several years to support her husband\u2019s business, though she remained involved in the field, attending workshops, staying current and offering help whenever she could. In 2022, she felt the timing was right to relaunch her consultancy in Botha\u2019s Hill, and since then, she hasn\u2019t looked back.<\/p>\n
\u201cNothing gives me more joy than seeing people thrive,\u201d she smiles. \u201cHealing and growth are lifelong journeys and I\u2019m honoured to walk alongside people at every stage.\u201d<\/p>\n
That journey looks different for everyone, whether it is an expectant mother preparing for new beginnings, a child building stronger neural pathways for learning, a teen navigating anxiety, or an adult balancing the weight of responsibility. She also treasures working with older clients too, whose wisdom and lived experiences bring richness to the healing space.<\/p>\n
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What drives her most is witnessing transformation – that shift when someone feels safe, present and able to \u2018breathe out of water\u2019. \u201cThere\u2019s so much more to being well than most people realise,\u201d she says. \u201cThrough gentle, non-invasive methods we can clear blockages, restore balance, and reconnect to ourselves.\u201d<\/p>\n
For B\u00e9r\u00e9nice, stress is not an abstract concept, it\u2019s something that shows up daily in her clients\u2019 lives, often unnoticed until it takes a toll. Fatigue, irritability, anxiety and physical tension are just some of the early signals she sees all the time.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis survival state – fight, flight or freeze – is the body\u2019s emergency mode,\u201d she explains. \u201cWhen it\u2019s switched on too long, it disrupts everything from sleep and immunity to emotional resilience.\u201d The good news is that more people are open to recognising stress early. \u201cEspecially post-pandemic, I see a shift,\u201d she notes. \u201cPeople no longer see stress as a weakness, and are asking for help sooner, not waiting for a crisis.\u201d<\/p>\n
B\u00e9r\u00e9nice offers these simple tips to help beat stress.<\/p>\n At work \u2026<\/p>\n Mindful breathing: Try Box Breathing or 4-7-8 breathing between meetings. Just a few rounds can reset your nervous system.<\/p>\n Hold your forehead: Cover your forehead lightly with one palm for 30 seconds to activate calm and clear thinking.<\/p>\n Step away: Break the stress cycle by moving – take a walk, step outside or simply change rooms.<\/p>\n Try acupressure: Press on your inner wrist or hand webbing to calm anxiety and tension.<\/p>\n At home \u2026<\/p>\n Create a reset nook: A comfy chair, soft lighting, calming music or essential oils can create a mini-retreat.<\/p>\n Cut down screen time: Swap scrolling for a few minutes of silence, connection within or get moving.<\/p>\n Declutter one spot: A clear counter or drawer can calm the mind and shift stagnant energy.<\/p>\n Practice gratitude: Even a two-minute reflection on the good in your day can reduce stress and reframe your mindset.<\/p>\n Bring in nature: Add plants, open windows or let in sunlight to help your body relax.<\/p>\n Non-negotiable wellness ritual: \u201cI step outside every morning to breathe fresh air and catch the sunrise. I combine that with light Qi Gong and a gratitude mantra. Nature reminds me to slow down and be present.\u201d<\/p>\n Advice to her younger self: \u201cListen to your body and your intuition more. Don\u2019t wait until things fall apart to care for yourself. Long-term balance comes from small, consistent acts of self-care.\u201d<\/p>\n End-of-day de-stress must: \u201cMusic and movement! I love line dancing – it\u2019s fun, social and uplifting. Even at home, I put on music while cooking. It shifts my energy instantly.\u201d<\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" B\u00e9r\u00e9nice Kruger-Trave shows how reconnecting with your body and mind can transform your well-being, offering practical ways to manage stress, restore balance and embrace life with renewed energy. In a world where being constantly \u2018switched on\u2019 has become the norm, it\u2019s easy to miss the warning signs when stress starts to overstay its welcome. But […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":24,"featured_media":46390,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[34,20],"tags":[12052,12051,12053],"class_list":{"0":"post-46360","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-health-and-beauty","8":"category-personalities","9":"tag-being-well","10":"tag-berenice-kruger-trave","11":"tag-with-berenice"},"yoast_head":"\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2025\/10\/D819644-13-400x267.jpg\")
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