The Mind-Body Couple Tone That Vagus Nerve & Heal Your Chronic Pain & Symptoms
Aug 8, 2024
Explore the transformative power of high vagal tone and its impact on chronic pain and anxiety. Discover how low vagal tone can lead to various health issues like IBS and fatigue. Learn practical strategies including breathwork, slow movement, and mindfulness to enhance your vagal tone. Engage in playful practices like singing and mindful listening to uplift your mood. Understand the importance of consistency in cold water exposure and social connection for nervous system regulation. Simple, enjoyable routines can lead to significant health improvements!
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Regulated Trip And Concert Example
- Tanner and Anne took a quiet trip to Washington and noted Tanner stayed regulated during unfamiliar situations.
- He attended a Blink-182 concert and described feeling calm despite typical travel overwhelm.
Teaching Breathwork To Kids
- Tanner tried breath practices with his six-year-old, who quickly got restless and playful during sitting breathing.
- They adapted practices to make them fun and child-friendly rather than a rigid chore.
Simple Breathwork: Longer Exhales
- Practice breathing through the nose and make the exhale about twice as long for a few minutes daily.
- Start with short sessions and gradually increase duration to build tolerance to ventral-vagal states.