By Annemarie Lombard | 30 September, 2026
Travel is one of the most powerful ways to experience the world through our senses. Recently, I spent three weeks travelling through Italy, ticking off a major bucket-list item and…
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By Annemarie Lombard | 25 September, 2026
When people think about self-regulation tools, they often imagine complicated routines, mindfulness practices, therapy techniques, or expensive wellness gadgets. But one of the most effective tools for nervous system regulation…
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By Annemarie Lombard | 15 September, 2026
How Sensory Intelligence® can help us reclaim focus, energy, and time in a digitally demanding world. If you’ve ever ended a workday feeling mentally drained, unfocused, or strangely overwhelmed even…
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By Annemarie Lombard | 9 September, 2026
Neurodiversity is finally receiving the attention it deserves. But here’s the question I keep asking: Are we going deep enough? We talk about ADHD, Autism, and inclusion. But we often…
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By Annemarie Lombard | 7 September, 2026
What Is Sensory Identity™ in Leadership? Leadership development traditionally focuses on mindset, emotional intelligence, and communication skills. But there is a foundational layer that is often overlooked: Sensory Identity™. Sensory…
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By Annemarie Lombard | 30 June, 2026
The Real Value Behind an Evidence-Based Sensory Processing Assessment "Why does the Sensory Matrix™ Assessment cost US$69?" It's a question we're occasionally asked, and it's an important one. When people…
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By Annemarie Lombard | 30 June, 2026
Why Face-to-Face Learning Still Matters in a Digital World In a world saturated with online courses, learning platforms, and self-directed modules, in-person learning holds a kind of power that digital…
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By Annemarie Lombard | 30 April, 2026
Running a small business is often described as rewarding, exciting, and full of opportunity. And it can be all of those things. But behind the growth, the innovation, and the…
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By Annemarie Lombard | 29 April, 2026
We recently received a question from someone who completed our free Sensory Quiz™. She asked: "I understand where I am on the tree - roots, trunk, leaves - and how…
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By Annemarie Lombard | 4 February, 2026
Neurodiversity has become a widely discussed topic, and it’s heartening to see awareness growing across workplaces, schools, and society. We’re finally acknowledging that human brains are wired differently, and that…
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By Annemarie Lombard | 30 January, 2026
How learning to work with the nervous system changes both you and the people you support Many professionals can clearly identify what their clients are struggling with. They see the…
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By Marieta du Toit | 3 September, 2025
Artificial intelligence promised to lighten workloads, reduce errors, and free up time. Yet the reality looks very different. Recent research shows that 77% of employees report AI has increased their…
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By Annemarie Lombard | 12 August, 2025
For decades, personality profiling tools have been the go-to for understanding people. They help us explore preferences, communication styles, and how we show up in the world. At Sensory Intelligence®…
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By Marieta du Toit | 31 July, 2025
Picture this: You’ve just survived a kid’s birthday party (sugar highs, squeals, and all), managed to wrestle your 5-year-old into the car seat, and finally pull out of the driveway.…
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By Annemarie Lombard | 26 July, 2023
The new world of work is hybrid and flexible The post-COVID-19 resulted in unprecedented changes to the way we work. As organizations worldwide adapted to the challenges posed by the…
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By Karlien Terblanche | 17 April, 2019
Have you ever wondered what makes Sensory Intelligence® Consulting’s services different from other wellness interventions? Read on ... What makes Sensory Intelligence® Consulting different? Our world is getting more complex…
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By Annemarie Lombard | 15 April, 2019
At Sensory Intelligence® Consulting, we have always had a special interest in promoting effective learning in schools, improving wellness and productivity in corporate businesses & call centres and helping individuals…
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By Marieta du Toit | 29 August, 2018
ARE YOU A FUSSY EATER? Parents often consult Occupational Therapists when trying to address their children’s picky eating habits. The parents’ most common concerns typically include: refusal to eat yoghurt…
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By Annabella Sequeira | 23 March, 2018
Classrooms can quickly become noisy and overwhelming, leading to inappropriate and challenging behaviour by children. Understanding the impact of sensory input from the environment is important in helping a teacher…
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By Karlien Terblanche | 21 March, 2018
We’re all guilty on this one. We’ve all done it. The quick desk-snacking, the in-between-meeting munching, the one-finger-on-the-email, one-hand-on-the-toasted-sandwich typing. Lunchtime has become a myth in the modern workplace. With…
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By Annemarie Lombard | 20 May, 2016
"Sen·so·ry” – adj. Pertaining to sensation; That aspect of consciousness resulting from the stimulation of a nerve process beginning at any point in the body and passing through the brain,…
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By Annemarie Lombard | 20 May, 2016
Well, then why does it matter more? In a nutshell: Sensory intelligence® (SIQ) refers to the senses as the primitive, unconscious gateway through which emotion (EQ) and cognition (IQ) receive their…
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By Annemarie Lombard | 20 May, 2016
Change in work environments is constant and recurring. Restructuring of teams, change in business operations and workspaces create uncertainty, and stress and resulted in performance issues in the workplace. People…
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By Annemarie Lombard | 20 May, 2016
Sensory neuroscience is understanding the brain and how it contributes to us working and living on a daily basis. Open plan office and call centre environments are traditionally busy, sensory…
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By Annemarie Lombard | 20 May, 2016
During the past few months, I’ve had some interesting conversations and various questions with regards to how Senses on Call™ fits within the labour law legislation, in particular with employment…
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By Annemarie Lombard | 20 May, 2016
Our vuvuzela, the “African Horn” became a proudly South African icon during our momentous 2010 World Cup Soccer! This piece of (mostly) plastic has done what many leaders, organisations, people,…
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By Annemarie Lombard | 20 May, 2016
Children learn through movement and experiencing their worlds in a three dimensional format. Movement is the most important building block for learning, concentration, language and academic skills. Please, please, please…
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By Annemarie Lombard | 20 May, 2016
We run regular one-day workshops for call center executives, corporate teams and leaders about sensory processing and its influence on behavior, performance, teamwork and wellness. I ask for feedback from…
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By Annabella Sequeira | 20 May, 2016
Children are under immense pressure to perform in all areas of their daily functions, including academics, sport, leisure and on the social front. They are under constant sensory input, primarily…
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By Nicole Kayton | 20 May, 2016
Sensory Intelligent Classrooms Children’s behaviour in a classroom is often described as being overly active with difficulty focusing, like the animated character Tigger, or underactive and not responsive to activities…
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By Annemarie Lombard | 20 May, 2016
Everybody experiences the world differently, approaches tasks differently and often sees solutions from entirely different angles. We always assume that this is purely to do with our characters – our…
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By Annabella Sequeira | 12 May, 2016
Sensory strategies for ADHD Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a chronic condition where persistent inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity are present. It is generally diagnosed during the childhood years, and…
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