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The Role of the Vagus Nerve in Self-Regulation and Emotional Resilience breathing emotional resilience movement polyvagal theory vagus nerve Jun 08, 2025

Have you ever wondered why taking a deep breath can instantly calm you down? Or why your stomach knots up when you're anxious? The answer lies in a fascinating neural superhighway running through your body: the vagus nerve.

What Is the Vagus Nerve and Why Should You Care?

I first became fascinated...

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5 Daily Habits to Support a Neuro-Informed Lifestyle breathing exercise intentional brething movement neuro-informed life neuro-informed living nutirition polyvagal theory sleep May 11, 2025

Ever notice how some days you feel balanced and centered, while others you're completely frazzled? The difference often comes down to how well you're supporting your nervous system. As someone who's explored this connection for years, I've found that small daily practices make a world of difference ...

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