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The Real Work with Maggie Sterling

Maggie Sterling
Nervous System Regulation
Anxiety
Stress Management
Self-Improvement
Meditation
Chronic Anxiety
Resilience
Giveaway
Podcast Community
Negative Self-Talk
Habits
Nervous System Healing
Social Media Use
Emotional Regulation
Acceptance
Mental Health
Behavior Change
Self-Help
Emotional State
Mindfulness

Can't stop overthinking, emotional eating, or numbing out? You're not broken—you're disconnected from your body. The Real Work helps women break chronic stress, anxiety, and burnout by addressing root causes, not symptoms. Host Maggie Sterling combines neuroscience and nervous system regulation to help you stop self-abandonment, build self-trust, and feel safe in your skin. No toxic positivity—jus... more

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Maggie Sterling
Host with a focus on emotional well-being, emphasizing practical tools to reconnect with oneself, manage anxiety, and promote personal transformation.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 180 ratings
  • Great

    The best part about Maggie’s work is her blend of practical knowledge and application recommendations. She’s willing to say “I feel this is because…” without limitation. Maggie’s been making sense for a long time and she keeps getting better.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ap1437_
    United States9 days ago
  • Phenomenal Podcast

    This is such a phenomenal podcast. I came to a point in life where I realized the way I went about healing myself wasn’t working. In fact, it was actively making things worse. Right around that time was when I came across this podcast and it has really helped me shift my mindset and relationship with my body and my life entirely. I am so thankful I found Maggie’s work. The way Maggie is able to talk about healing is such a breath of fresh air, especially in the current self-help world. I would h... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nielsvanm
    Netherlandsa month ago
  • Thank you 🙏

    You have really helped me get unstuck and to turn a corner, by accepting rather than trying to fix mysel, what an immense relief, I feel a war has ended within me 🧘‍♀️

    I’m so grateful thank you 🙏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Selby Vibes
    Canadaa month ago
  • Love that she’s a mom

    I found this podcast through YouTube, and I want to show my support here, too. I really love her very practical approach. I especially appreciate that she’s a mom and knows firsthand the demands that caretaking puts on the nervous system. I also love that she doesn’t lean too heavily into scientific data or spiritual concepts. As fascinating as those perspectives are, I’ve found that they take me out of my body and more into my mind and my default overthinking state. Maggie focuses on the real ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    crazysexycoolhanny
    United Statesa month ago
  • You are a God-send!

    What a gift from God Maggie is to the nervous- community. I’ve learned things from her that I’ve never been taught in a decade of anxiety and insomnia. From the bottom of my heart, thank you, Maggie. Keep making content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mama, party of 7
    United States2 months ago

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Feedback often emphasizes the empowering nature of the content, making listeners feel supported and less isolated in their struggles.
Listeners appreciate the depth of emotional understanding and the relatable experiences shared.
The blend of honesty and humor helps create an engaging listening experience, making tough topics accessible.
Many highlight the transformational and practical approaches to addressing anxiety and emotional eating opportunities as life-changing.

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12 - Stop Healing. Start Living.
Q: What do you mean by new experiences?
New experiences involve engaging in activities that show your nervous system safety and reality, rather than continuously avoiding discomfort or remaining on the self-improvement hamster wheel.
08 - 4 Ways To Challenge Your Negative Self-Talk
Q: How can we combat negative self-talk?
By using techniques such as questioning the validity of our thoughts and adopting a kinder voice when addressing ourselves.
08 - 4 Ways To Challenge Your Negative Self-Talk
Q: Where does negative self-talk come from?
It often stems from how we were spoken to as children, leading to a judgmental inner voice that reflects those early experiences.
08 - 4 Ways To Challenge Your Negative Self-Talk
Q: What is negative self-talk?
It's kind of like we all have this voice in our head that says stuff to us that we would never say to ourselves.
06 - How to Stop Letting Other People Ruin Your Day
Q: What's the line between allowing someone to say something and taking responsibility for your emotional reaction?
The line is about knowing you can feel the way you do because of your beliefs rather than blaming the other person.

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What is The Real Work about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on addressing the root causes of chronic stress, anxiety, and emotional eating, this podcast highlights a transformative journey toward reconnecting with one's body and mind. With a blend of neuroscience and nervous system regulation techniques, the discussions aim to provide listeners with practical tools to overcome self-abandonment and feelings of disconnection. Each episode tackles relatable issues that many women face, combining personal anecdotes with actionable insights intended to foster deep emotional healing and transformation. This approach encourages listeners to move beyond superficial fixes and strive for genuine self-acceptance and growth, making it particularly appealing for individuals looking for meaningful persona... more

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