680. The Missing Piece in Managing Stress & Chronic Fatigue - with Dr Helen Machen-Pearce

680. The Missing Piece in Managing Stress & Chronic Fatigue - with Dr Helen Machen-Pearce

Author: Mark Walsh March 4, 2025 Duration: 51:23

Yoga rogue and nervous system educator Helen joins me for a deep dive into chronic fatigue, burnout, yoga, and the nervous system. We chat about her journey from psychiatry to yoga, polyvagal theory, brain fog (or should I say, "brain frogs"), and why so many big-name nervous system educators miss the mark. Helen shares practical insights on "safety," ventral brakes, gender-based differences, and the medical model vs. spiritual regulation. This one's relaxed, insightful, and packed with real-world applications for anyone navigating stress, health, or just trying to feel more human.

Find out more about Helen's incredible work and free resources here: About YogaRogueUK

Check out her fantastic library on Poly Vagal Theory on YouTube

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Helen Machen-Pearce is a nervous system educator, yoga and embodiment teacher, and retired consultant psychiatrist with 25 years of experience as an NHS doctor. She specialises in nervous system regulation, resilience, and holistic wellness, supporting those with persistent health challenges, chronic fatigue, persistent pain, stress, and burnout. Through education, embodiment practices, slow, mindful yoga, and meditation, she helps people cultivate awareness, nervous system resilience, deep self-connection, and sustainable well-being.

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