Ep 26 | Could this one nerve be the real reason you're tired, bloated and burnt out?

Episode 25: Could this one nerve be the real reason you're tired, bloated and burnt out? In this week's episode, I'm joined by naturopath, gut health expert, (and record-holding powerlifter!!) Emily Maddern, founder of Praxis Blooming in West Lakes, South Australia, for a powerful conversation about the real impact of the vagus nerve and how our mind and body are far more connected than we've been led to believe. You'll learn why symptoms like bloating, fatigue, poor sleep, and emotional flatness aren't always just "normal" or signs of getting older, and how they might actually be subtle signals from a dysregulated nervous system. If you've been ticking all the boxes with your health but still feel off, this episode might hold the answers. Together, we'll explore: ✅ What the vagus nerve is (and why everyone's suddenly talking about it) ✅ The subtle signs your body is stuck in fight-or-flight—even if you don't "feel stressed" ✅ Why women in midlife may need a completely different approach to exercise, cold plunging, and recovery ✅ Why symptoms like bloating, reflux, fatigue, and insomnia could be nervous system issues in disguise ✅ How we can begin healing with *gentle*, sustainable shifts—no extremes or gimmicks Plus, Emily shares why she's swapped cereal for lentil curry at breakfast, how listening to your inner voice can radically change your health, and what it really means to be a record-holding powerlifter! This episode is packed with wisdom, practical tools, and one very big takeaway: ➡️ Long-term health starts with tuning in and supporting our bodies with consistency, not punishment. Links and Resources Join the Mind Masters Collective https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/mind-masters Book a Connection Call with Rebekah https://bit.ly/connect-with-moonbeam Connect with Us Website: https://moonbeammonday.com.au Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moonbeammonday/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moonbeammonday LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebekah-king00/ YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@moonbeammondaytrainingcoac4696 Connect with Emily Maddern Website: https://www.praxisblooming.au Instagram: @praxisblooming Check out our FREE resources https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/resources Join us every fortnight Tune in every two weeks as we explore powerful topics that help you understand your brain, trust your mind, and finally get unstuck — because when you change your mind, you change your life. Subscribe and leave a review Love what you're hearing? Subscribe to The Brain Changers™ on your favourite podcast app and leave a review to help others discover these powerful conversations.