43 min

The Science of Gut Instinct: Interoception and Intuition Neuroplasticity Nerds

    • Life Sciences

We hear a lot about “gut instinct” and the importance of listening to your body. But what does this actually mean, from a scientific perspective?

Join Nervous System School’s Jessica Maguire and Madeleine Eliza to explore the neuroscience behind these concepts.

Central to our conversation today is understanding the body’s 8th sensory system, Interoception. We discuss what exactly interoception is, the key role it plays in emotional regulation, and why emotional granularity is so important.
We don’t just want “more” interoception - it must be accurate. This is the foundation for strong decision-making where you feel confident to trust your own judgement. We’ll look at the forces that can negatively impact your interoceptive accuracy, including hustle culture and childhood trauma.

We also share some moments of decision-making within the Nervous System School business where we’ve been guided by the “full body f***-yes”!
You can watch the full interview on Youtube, or listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.

And if you’d like to dive deeper into this fascinating topic, grab our free downloadable worksheet at www.neuroplasticitynerds.com/interoception

  • This podcast is intended to educate and inform but does not constitute medical, psychological or other professional advice or services. Always consult a qualified medical professional about your specific circumstances before making any decisions based on what you hear. From time to time, we may discuss topics that explore trauma, lived experience, and the body’s response to negative events. If you become distressed by our content, please immediately stop listening and seek professional support. If you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health, and you’re in Australia, you can call Lifeline on 13 11 14. If someone’s life is in danger, immediately call 000. We don’t warrant or guarantee that this podcast contains complete, accurate or up-to-date information. It’s very important to talk to a medical professional about your individual needs, as we aren’t responsible for any actions you take based on the information you hear in this podcast. We may invite guests onto the podcast

We hear a lot about “gut instinct” and the importance of listening to your body. But what does this actually mean, from a scientific perspective?

Join Nervous System School’s Jessica Maguire and Madeleine Eliza to explore the neuroscience behind these concepts.

Central to our conversation today is understanding the body’s 8th sensory system, Interoception. We discuss what exactly interoception is, the key role it plays in emotional regulation, and why emotional granularity is so important.
We don’t just want “more” interoception - it must be accurate. This is the foundation for strong decision-making where you feel confident to trust your own judgement. We’ll look at the forces that can negatively impact your interoceptive accuracy, including hustle culture and childhood trauma.

We also share some moments of decision-making within the Nervous System School business where we’ve been guided by the “full body f***-yes”!
You can watch the full interview on Youtube, or listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.

And if you’d like to dive deeper into this fascinating topic, grab our free downloadable worksheet at www.neuroplasticitynerds.com/interoception

43 min

  • This podcast is intended to educate and inform but does not constitute medical, psychological or other professional advice or services. Always consult a qualified medical professional about your specific circumstances before making any decisions based on what you hear. From time to time, we may discuss topics that explore trauma, lived experience, and the body’s response to negative events. If you become distressed by our content, please immediately stop listening and seek professional support. If you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health, and you’re in Australia, you can call Lifeline on 13 11 14. If someone’s life is in danger, immediately call 000. We don’t warrant or guarantee that this podcast contains complete, accurate or up-to-date information. It’s very important to talk to a medical professional about your individual needs, as we aren’t responsible for any actions you take based on the information you hear in this podcast. We may invite guests onto the podcast