4 Exhale Events to Optimise Your Mind-Body Health
How do the chemicals that fuel our brains impact how we feel and behave? What happens to our self image when our sex hormones are out of whack? How do the microorganisms that live in our guts talk to our brains?
Our bodies play a powerful and complex role in our mental wellbeing so we’ll be diving into this subject with four incredible experts at Exhale Festival this October 5th and 6th.
HARMONY WITHIN: WOMEN’S HORMONES AND MENTAL HEALTH
We are delighted to be joined by Dr. Sohère Roked – a GP, Functional Medicine and Hormone Doctor voted Best Hormone Doctor by Tatler Magazine. From mood swings to anxiety, energy levels to cognitive function, Sohère will look at the intricate dance of hormones, and their impact on every aspect of a woman’s mental health with helpful tips and practical advice on how to balance and work with your hormones for mental wellbeing that lasts.
Saturday, Oct 5th. 09:00-09:45
OPTIMISE YOUR BRAIN CHEMICALS FOR A HAPPIER, HEALTHIER LIFE
Join neuroscientist Tj Power, author of The DOSE Effect for a practical session offering step-by-step techniques on how to hack your brain chemistry. With nearly half a million followers on Instagram, Tj’s approach breaks down the science behind our brain’s puppet masters: dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, and endorphins. In just four simple steps, Tj will guide you towards straightforward, no-nonsense solutions that will transform your mental health for the better.
Saturday, Oct 5th. 12:30-13:15
THE SLEEP RESET: NEW TOOLS FOR REST + RECOVERY
Sleep expert and clinical therapist Natalie Pennicotte has an empowering message for those of us who may question whether our sleep is broken beyond repair: sleep health starts the moment we wake up each day. During this talk, she will guide you through her pioneering mind-body approach to enhance your sleep. Drawing from the latest research on the nervous system and the power of the mind, this talk is will give you to the tools to become your own best sleep coach.
Saturday, Oct 5th. 18:30-19:15
GUT HARMONY: THE MICROBIOME’S ROLE IN MENTAL WELLBEING
Dr. Ruairi Robertson will explore the intricate interplay between the gut microbiome – the diverse community of microorganisms living in our digestive tract – and our mental health. Drawing on his expertise in nutritional science and neurobiology, Ruairi will provide practical insights into optimising your ‘second brain’, examining the role of diet, lifestyle factors, and gut-friendly practices in nurturing a thriving microbiome and promoting mental wellbeing.
Sunday, Oct 6th. 09:00-09:45