Nervous System Regulation and Self-Regulation with Jessica Maguire

How does the autonomic nervous system influence our well-being? In this conversation, Vanessa and guest Jessica Maguire, an expert in neuroscience, neuroplasticity, and vagus nerve stimulation, discuss the various states of the nervous system, including hyperarousal and regulation, emphasising the importance of self-regulation and proactive care. They explore how different types of exercise impact the nervous system and stress arousal, and highlight the significance of understanding pain from a biopsychosocial perspective. The discussion also underscores the need for clinicians and coaches to care for their own well-being to support their clients effectively. Listen now and get ready to deepen your understanding of the brain-body connection and nervous system regulation. If you’re loving the podcast, please leave a review on this listening platform! Our favourite quotable moments: (https://functionaltraininginstitute.com/) "Nervous system work is an art and a science." - Jessica Maguire "We can't just have this division anymore (between body and mind)." - Jessica Maguire "A regulated nervous system from a coach can be such a great gift." - Vanessa "Become a scientist of your own nervous system." - Jessica Maguire "What you do today can reshape how [your brain and body] will respond to future events." - Jessica Maguire Resources: (https://functionaltraininginstitute.com/) Nervous System Reset Book (https://amzn.to/45Lxfxx) by Jessica Maguire Body by Breath (https://amzn.to/3RKA5gF) by Jill Miller (Ness recommendation!) Trigger Point Foam Rollers (https://amzn.to/4eHOVhu) for pain management. Website - Nervous System School (https://www.nervoussystemschool.com/) Instagram - Repairing the Nervous System (https://www.instagram.com/repairing_t...) Get 15% off any of our online courses. Simply go to Functional Training Institute (https://www.functionaltraininginstitu...) and input 'PDM15' at cart checkout. Check out our best selling book Purpose Driven Movement (https://amzn.to/499x6nO) by host Tarek Michael-Chouja and Dan Henderson. Join Our Mailing List (https://sa319.infusionsoft.app/app/fo...) About Our Guest: (https://functionaltraininginstitute.com/) Jessica Maguire is the founder of Nervous System School. She holds a Bachelor of Health Science and a Master of Physiotherapy. Her postgraduate study includes the fields of neuroscience, neuroplasticity, the Polyvagal theory and transcutaneous vagus nerve stimulation. As a TEDx speaker, lecturer and internationally published author, she believes that knowledge is power. Jessica teaches a long-term, sustainable, profoundly transformative methodology of nervous system repair, empowering students to step into the driver’s seat of their own health and well-being. Today, her teachings have impacted the lives of over 16,000 students worldwide. About Your Host: (https://functionaltraininginstitute.com/) Vanessa is a seasoned Movement Therapist with a vast array of skills and experiences in the industry. Her goal is to help as many people find betterment in their lives. She is known as a hybrid trainer, attaining high levels of education, and delivering a quality presenting experience in both group fitness and personal training streams. Attaining betterment drives her knowledge and pursuit for further education for herself and everyone she encounters. Vanessa continues training clients and trainers all over the country and presenting at the International Fitness Conference. Vanessa’s eth