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Chrissie 6/21/2026 12:15:32 AM MST |
Hi Julie and Vanessa, Its good that we are talking about the Vagus Nerve:-). I agree that it is very important for community members to help their parasympathetic nervous system through working with the Vagus Nerve. As doing such work will help with stress, inflammation, sleep, immune function, digestion and ultimately healing! When illness has been present for months or years, the nervous system can become stuck in a state of hyper vigilance, constantly scanning for problems. This depletes precious energy and drains us. All of this, just when we need the energy to heal! The Vagus Nerve being activated helps send signals to the body, that support rest, repair, digestion and regulation. A simple practice like a longer exhale, humming, gentle stretching, mindful eating and quality sleep all whisper the same message to the body. We are telling the body that it is SAFE and nothing urgent is happening right now. For people in our community who have been carrying a heavy load with ill health for a long time, these small , calming, self loving signals are deeply helpful and I think essential. We all owe it to ourselves, especially when we are unwell, to create gentle moments when the body and mind can shift away from flight or fight responses and towards restful responses. By doing this, we are mirroring, 'the sum of the parts.' As the main way that we restore our health is by the restoration of mind, body and spirit. The defence part of our healing protocol is secondary to the restoration part. I remember when I started the protocol I was surprised that the main part of it was not attack and defence. I always thought we had to fight through everything to get healing. But true healing of our entire being is done in a much more subtle way. There has to be a balance of everything. We need to listen to ourselves carefully, see any imbalance and work gently with it to reach synergy and harmony. In this way, we are treating our systems like a finely tuned instrument:-). And we deserve that GENTLE CARE and SELF LOVE after everything we have been through.In this way we can slowly drift away from constant defence and towards recovery, conservation of energy and healing. Love Chrissie | ||||||
julie 6/18/2026 6:52:44 AM MST |
The vagus nerve is the main component of your parasympathetic nervous system (the "rest and digest" system). Activating it can reduce stress, lower heart rate, improve digestion, and promote calm. Here are effective ways to stimulate it: Breathing Techniques Slow diaphragmatic breathing: Inhale for 4 counts, exhale for 6–8 counts. The extended exhale activates the vagus nerve Resonance breathing: 5–6 breaths per minute (inhale 5s, exhale 5s) Cold Exposure Splash cold water on your face Take a cold shower or end your shower with 30–60 seconds of cold water Hold an ice cube briefly Vocalization & Sound Humming or chanting: The vibrations from "Om" or humming stimulate the vagus nerve through the vocal cords Singing: Especially deep, sustained notes Gargling: Forcefully with warm water for 30–60 seconds Physical Techniques Valsalva maneuver: Exhale against a closed airway (like pinching your nose and gently blowing) Gag reflex stimulation: Softly brushing the back of your throat with a toothbrush (briefly) Neck massage: Gentle massage along the sides of your neck where the vagus nerve runs Other Methods Meditation and mindfulness: Especially body-scan or loving-kindness meditation Probiotics and fiber: Gut health influences vagal tone via the gut-brain axis Exercise: Moderate aerobic activity increases baseline vagal tone over time Social connection: Positive social interactions stimulate the "social engagement system" tied to the vagus nerve Quick Daily Practice A simple routine: 2 minutes of humming while doing slow breathing, followed by splashing cold water on your face. Julie | ||||||
Vanessa 6/15/2026 6:21:16 AM MST |
Hi everyone, I'm really interested in learning more about the Vagus nerve. It is the longest nerve in your body connecting the brain to major organs like the heart, lungs, and gut. It is the primary driver of the parasympathetic nervous system, regulating vital, involuntary functions. I had noticed my voice getting very hoarse since the end of last year, with a lot of phlegm in the throat. Finally, I stumbled upon some articles/youtube videos on the vagus nerve. Would love everyone else's thoughts. I think this would help us all a ton with healing. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sGQW8Tx78hM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L1HCG3BGK8I Just a couple that I'm sharing here. There's so much out there on the vagus nerve. ~Vanessa | ||||||
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