The Neuro Collective Podcast
Welcome to The Neuro Collective Podcast!
We are your hosts, Dr. Michael Bagnell, Functional Neurologist and May Bagnell, Mindset and Nutrition Coach. Together, we are here to guide you through the dynamic intersection of Functional Neurology, Mindset Coaching, and Functional Medicine. If you're passionate about neuroscience, alternative health, and holistic wellness, you're in the perfect place.
Our podcast is designed for those who are eager to explore innovative ways to heal brain conditions, optimize brain performance, and enhance overall well-being.
We cater to everyone from health-conscious individuals to high-performing athletes.
Each week, we bring you expert interviews, the latest research, and actionable tips to help you achieve peak mental and physical health. Together, we'll dive deep into the science and practicalities of brain health, empowering you to live your best life with a sharper mind and a healthier body.
So, let's embark on this journey together and unlock the limitless potential of your brain. This is The Neuro Collective Podcast—where holistic health meets neuroscience.
The Neuro Collective Podcast
Before the Breakthrough: What It Really Takes to Begin Healing- Episode 85
Welcome back to The Neuro Collective Podcast with Dr. Michael and May Bagnell! In this powerful episode of The Coach is In, we continue our Mindset Reset mini-series by tackling a universal mindset trap—comparison.
Have you ever caught yourself thinking, “I should be further along” or “Why don’t I have what they have?” You’re not alone—and more importantly, you’re not failing. In this episode, May Bagnell unpacks the hidden cost of comparison: how it silently drains your energy, clarity, and creativity—and what you can do instead to reset your brain.
💡 What You’ll Learn:
- Why your brain is wired for comparison—and how to rewire it
- The social media trap: how curated content fuels self-doubt
- How to shift from comparison to curiosity
- A simple yet transformative 3-question journaling exercise to uncover your hidden strengths
- Real stories of how coaching collapses timelines and unlocks progress
✨ BONUS: Discover how admiration can become your mirror instead of a measure of lack—and why your dreams are often just a reflection of your untapped potential.
If you’ve ever felt stuck, behind, or drained by where you think you “should” be, this episode will help you find a way forward. Let’s shift your mindset, rewire your thoughts, and reclaim your power—because you’re not behind, you’re on your own path.
Subscribe, reflect, and reset. You can heal—and we can help.