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Overview
The vagus nerve, often called the "soul nerve," plays a special role in our autonomic nervous system (ANS). The ANS regulates many bodily processes, including our stress response. When we encounter an external threat, our stress response kicks in, triggering a cascade of physiological changes to help us adapt and protect ourselves. Like a helpful friend, the vagus nerve steps in to restore balance. It exerts anti-inflammatory effects, promotes relaxation, and supports immune system regulation. With the exercises in Vagus Nerve Deck, you’ll learn to harness this power and foster resilience in the face of life's challenges. Inside this deck you will find:
EXERCISES FOR CALM, VITALITY, CONNECTION. A key to feeling balanced is nervous system regulation—understanding when your body needs to rest, activate, and find safety in connection. Cards help readers identify what the body needs and respond with a related exercise.
AN INTEGRATIVE, SCIENTIFIC APPROACH. Exercises are founded in scientific research, offering accessible techniques proven to regulate the nervous system and create a sense of physical and emotional relief.
A NERVOUS SYSTEM PRIMER. An introductory booklet breaks down how the nervous system works, what role the vagus nerve plays, and how our safety responses are best understood through the lens of polyvagal theory.
USER-FRIENDLY LANGUAGE. Many resources on the vagus nerve are clouded by confusing, clinical terms. This deck gets down to the science of safety in a way you can relate to, understand, and put into practice right away.
Product Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780593689950 |
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| Publisher: | Zeitgeist |
| Publication date: | 08/13/2024 |
| Pages: | 75 |
| Sales rank: | 207,874 |
| Product dimensions: | 4.00(w) x 6.00(h) x (d) |
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What People are Saying About This
"As someone deeply immersed in this field, I'm excited about this project. It's packed with 75 accessible exercises tailored for self-regulation, each one targeting the vagus nerve. These techniques provide a practical pathway for cultivating resilience, seamlessly integrating into your daily life. They hold the potential to guide you on a remarkable journey towards heightened vitality and well-being.” —Dr. Arielle Schwartz, bestselling author of The Complex PTSD Workbook, A Practical Guide to Complex PTSD, Post Traumatic Growth Guidebook, EMDR Therapy and Somatic Psychology, Trauma Recovery, and The Complex PTSD Treatment Manual
"Vagus Nerve Deck is perfect for anyone looking to understand how and why deep breathing and butterfly stretching regulate our nervous system. The 75 evidence-based embodiment exercises are organized into three easy-to-understand categories—each designed to encourage deeper mind-body connection and restorative healing. Every exercise includes detailed instructions covering how it should physically feel in the body, as well as descriptions of how the exercise works to regulate our nervous system. For anyone who feels overwhelmed by all the information out there on the nervous system and varying regulation techniques that exist, Vagus Nerve Deck is a perfect starting point!" —Erin Rackham, PhD, LMFT
“Elegantly simple and profoundly effective, the exercises in these cards pave a pathway towards a more regulated and peaceful connection with the mind and body system. Melissa's deep understanding of polyvagal theory and somatic healing shines through in this mindful tool set for self-regulation. This deck is an important resource for anyone seeking to navigate the complexities of their emotional landscape with care and self-compassion.” —Dr. Kate Truitt, Clinical Psychologist, bestselling author Keep Breathing and Healing in Your Hands