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
Bonus-Lighting the Way: Great Intention, Great Expectation-How to Begin 2026 with Clarity- Episode 143
Welcome to a special bonus episode of The Neuro Collective Podcast as we step into 2026 together.
In this episode, May Bagnell, IHP reflects on the recently completed December series, Lighting the Way, and shares what was still on her heart as the new year began. Rather than focusing on resolutions, rigid plans, or “fixing” ourselves, this conversation invites you into a different way forward—one rooted in intention, nervous system support, and sustainable healing.
You’ll explore the powerful difference between pressure and direction, and why the brain responds more effectively when we choose clarity over force. May walks you through reflective questions designed to help you understand what your brain and body truly need more of in 2026, what quietly drains your nervous system, and what feels nourishing instead of demanding.
This episode introduces the concept of a guiding word for the year—a simple yet powerful filter for decision-making, habits, and boundaries. You’ll also learn how small, consistent daily practices can turn intention into lived experience, without perfection or overwhelm.
If you’re longing to begin 2026 feeling more grounded, calm, confident, and aligned—this episode offers a gentle but meaningful starting point.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Why intention is more effective than traditional New Year’s resolutions
- How the brain responds to direction rather than pressure
- Reflective questions to support nervous system regulation
- How to choose a guiding word for 2026
- Simple daily practices that support healing and consistency
- Why compassion, predictability, and patience matter for brain health
As always, our mission is to remind you that healing is possible—and you don’t have to do it alone.
Remember:
You can heal, and we can help.