The "Stretch Zone": Neurobiological Limits & The Physiology of Burnout

We are in the midst of an epidemic, with recent studies showing up to 3 in 4 people are experiencing burnout at work. Burnout is not caused by laziness or a lack of willpower. It’s the physiological response of a nervous system exposed to prolonged stress without adequate time to recover. In today’s conversation with Nervous System School’s Jessica Maguire and Madeleine Eliza, we take a deep dive into what exactly burnout is, and how to recover from it. We start by defining neurobiological limits, and explore how constantly living beyond your limits makes you more susceptible to burnout. Conversely, if you tend to stay well within your limits, avoiding risk and challenge, you are denying yourself the chance to discover your true potential.  We also discuss the impact of your beliefs, and look at healthy and unhealthy ways in which the brain influences the nervous system. This is an insightful episode, with so many powerful takeaways and homework ideas for those who want to dive deeper and discover their personal sweet spot, aka “the stretch zone”. You can listen to the full episode on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. And if you’d like to dive deeper into nervous system learning, grab our free downloadable worksheet all about your eighth sensory system, Interoception at https://www.nervoussystemschool.com/beliefs

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The leading nervous system podcast Join hosts Jessica Maguire and Madeleine Eliza for expansive, thought-provoking conversations with some of the world’s brightest thinkers. We explore the latest research into neuroscience, nervous system regulation, the brain-body connection, self-mastery, growth and change. When you change your nervous system, you change your life. Your hosts: Jessica Maguire Founder of Nervous System School, Jessica Maguire has helped tens of thousands of people to repair and optimise their nervous system via the Vagus Nerve Masterclass and Vagus Nerve Program. Jessica has a Masters in Physiotherapy and 13 years of clinical experience working with the body. She has also studied neuroscience, neuroplasticity, and brain-body medicine. Jessica is a TEDx speaker and is recognised as a leading global educator in the field of nervous system regulation. Madeleine Eliza A senior leader who has worked with some of Australia's fastest growing digital businesses, Madeleine is passionate about leading teams through rapid growth and change, and the personal transformation that comes from operating way outside your comfort zone. With a background in the creative and performing arts, Madeleine is a huge advocate of play as a tool for expression and expansion. She writes and teaches on feminine leadership and embodiment.