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Three brains — How gut, heart, and head work together


Three brains — How gut, heart, and head work together


Three brains — How gut, heart, and head work together


Publish Date
January 26, 2025

Did you know that you’re not just thinking with your head? 

It’s true! You actually have three separate “brains” working together to help you navigate life. 
This incredible internal network shapes our daily experiences and responses to the world around us.


1. The Head Brain (Cephalic Brain) — “I think” — This is the brain we’re all familiar with. Home to about 86 billion neurons, it’s our center for logic, intellect, and conscious thought. It’s what helps us understand language, recognize patterns, and make sense of the world around us. While it’s incredibly powerful, it’s just one part of a larger system.


2. The Heart Brain (Cardiac Brain) — “I feel” — Surprise! Your heart isn’t just a pump. It has its own network of about 40,000 neurons, operating independently from your head brain. This emotional epicenter is connected to your deepest values and feelings. It’s constantly in communication with your head, influencing your thoughts and decisions in ways you might not even realize.


3. The Gut Brain (Enteric Brain) — “My gut tells me” — Ever had a “gut feeling”? There’s a reason for that! Your gut houses an impressive 100 million neurons. It plays a crucial role in regulating hormones, metabolism, and even your emotions. In fact, about 95% of your body’s serotonin (often called the “happy hormone”) is found in the gut. The gut communicates directly with the brain through the vagus nerve, influencing our emotions and decision-making processes. This gut-brain connection significantly impacts our mood and overall well-being. So next time you have a “gut instinct“, remember — your belly might just be trying to tell you something important!



The communication between these three brains is constant and complex.
Your gut, for instance, is quite the chatterbox, sending far more messages to your head than it receives in return.

Now, here’s where it gets fascinating.
As you’ve probably heard, our body functions in two primary modes:
“fight-flight-freeze” (sympathetic mode) and “rest-digest-repair” (parasympathetic mode).
The head brain, receiving information from the heart and gut, plays a crucial role in determining which mode we operate in. Learning to listen to all three brains helps us better regulate these nervous system states.

However, we often prioritize our head brain, overlooking the valuable wisdom from our heart and gut. This imbalance can disrupt our body’s natural rhythms and stress response.



Consider this common scenario:

Body: “I’m exhausted. I need to slow down and rest.”

Mind: “No time for that. We have deadlines to meet. Just push through.”
This simple dialogue shows how we frequently ignore our body’s signals, prioritizing our mental narrative over physical needs. When we constantly override these signals, we keep ourselves in the “fight-flight-freeze” mode, potentially leading to chronic stress and health issues.

By tuning into our body’s wisdom and aligning all three brains, we can more easily shift into the restorative parasympathetic mode. This allows for better health, clearer thinking, and overall wellbeing.

When these three centers work in harmony, we experience a beautiful synergy.

We make decisions that resonate on all levels — logically, emotionally, and intuitively. 

We become more attuned to our body’s signals and better equipped to navigate life’s challenges.

I believe in the transformative power of this internal trio working together. 
By learning to listen to all three of your brains, you open the door to profound self-awareness, improved health, and a more fulfilling life. 
You tap into your full potential for healing and growth.

Are you willing to live it? 
To align your three brains and explore your inner harmony? 


Simple Ways to Align Your Three Brains

Want to start listening to all three of your brains?

Here are easy practices you can try today:

1. The Daily Check-In
Take a moment each morning to ask:
– Head: “What am I thinking?”
– Heart: “How am I feeling?”
– Gut: “What is my body telling me?”


2. The Traffic Light Method
When making decisions, imagine each brain as a traffic light:
– Head (Green): Does this make logical sense?
– Heart (Yellow): How do I feel about this?
– Gut (Red): Any warning signs or clear signals from my belly?


3. The Three-Point Reset
Feeling overwhelmed?
Try this:
– Place one hand on your head
– One hand on your heart
– One hand on your belly
– Take three slow breaths


That’s it! This simple practice helps you reconnect with all three centers.

4. The Pause Practice
When your mind says “push through” but your body feels tired:
– Stop for 30 seconds
– Take a deep breath
– Ask each brain: “What do you need right now?”
– Honor what you hear


Remember: You don’t need fancy techniques or hours of practice. Just start paying attention to all three of your brains instead of just your head. They each have wisdom to share!

The key is to keep it simple: Check in with your three brains throughout the day, especially when making decisions or feeling stressed. With time, this will become as natural as breathing.

Ready to start? 
Pick just ONE of these simple practices and try it today.
Your three brains are ready to work together — all you need to do is listen.


Stay tuned for more insights on how to tap into this incredible internal network.

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