Personal Blog
A mix of academic insights and personal reflections by Justin Caffrey.
19 Practices That Keep My Vagus Nerve Healthy and My HRV High
Optimal well-being relies on a high HRV score and a healthy vagus nerve. Adopting a lifestyle promoting their function transformed my health. At 48, my HRV averages 82, an exceptional score for my age.
Why Sleep Is The Unsung Hero of High-Performance Living
In our fast-paced world, sleep is underrated. Neglecting it hinders high performance, elevates stress and impacts health. Discover the vital role of consistent sleep for unlocking your full potential.
Why The Gut Holds The Key to Your Mind
Explore how imposter syndrome and stress may stem from an unexpected source: your gut. Recent research highlights the vital role of the gut microbiome in mental and emotional well-being, impacting digestion, immunity and neurotransmitter production.
Unlocking High Performance Teams: The Power of Psychological Safety
Justin Caffrey, esteemed CEO and business leader, is a key voice in psychological safety, drawing on 25+ years of experience. His expertise in resilience, leadership mindset and nervous system development fuels high-performance teams.
Wearable Tech for HRV and Vagus Nerve.
Modern tech, like Whoop fitness tracker, offers new ways to monitor vagal tone and HRV. Track over time for insights, optimising exercise and sleep habits for improved well-being.
How to Create a High-Performance Culture in Your Organization
Psychological safety is a team's shared belief in a risk-friendly, judgment-free space. It fosters trust, open communication and a culture of learning, essential for team success.
How Polyvagal Theory and Heart Rate Variability (HRV) can reduce Anxiety and Stress
Polyvagal theory by Stephen Porges suggests the vagus nerve shapes stress responses. It highlights two branches, dorsal for shutdown and ventral for social engagement and safety.
Why is Heart Rate Variability (HRV) & Vagal Tone critical to good health?
HRV and vagal tone signal vital health indicators. High levels correlate with lower mortality and reduced risks of mental health issues like depression and anxiety. Various techniques and lifestyle interventions enhance HRV and vagal tone.
Why Psychological Safety drives excellence
Psychological safety is vital for high-performance teams. Research confirms it enhances productivity, creativity and problem-solving. Cultivating this environment ensures open communication and fosters success.
Is the Vagus Nerve connected to Long Covid?
Recent research suggests the vagus nerve's involvement in long COVID development. It describes lingering symptoms post-recovery, like fatigue and cognitive issues.
Change starts with you
Wu Wei, Chinese for "effortless action" or flow state, is elusive for many. While coaches often emphasise pushing harder, few encourage the power of doing less to reconnect with it.
Is meditation the secret to my success?
Recent studies have shown the benefits of meditation in respect to both our minds (resolving anxiety) and our general wellbeing (Forbes Article from July 2017).