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A diagram of the trigeminal nerve.
Mar 17, 2026
Weird (and important) things about the trigeminal nerve

How a single nerve makes you sneeze, tricks you into feeling "sinus pressure," and even stands guard over your brain’s survival responses.

face massage of a male on a massage table
Feb 24, 2026
Why I'm not rushing to remove Polyagal Theroy from my evidence based nervous system courses

Why the debate around Polyvagal theory doesn't change my practice or teaching.

brain with input coming from the body
Oct 4, 2025
How to Use Your Body to Teach Your Brain Safety

Body based stress reduction. Some of my favourite tools!

male and female neanderthal
Mar 17, 2026
What We Really Mean by Nervous System Regulation

The stress response and why we are all really Neanderthals

Oct 4, 2025
On the Midlife Rebrand Podcast

Alanna Thompson joins the hosts of Midlife Rebrand for a candid conversation about how to reset your nervous system.

Oct 4, 2025
Movement and Strength for Jaw Disfunction

Nervous system exercises for you and your clients to improve jaw function.