Publisher's Synopsis
The original and bestselling guide to the vagus nerve, now in 20+ languages: unlock the self-healing power of Stephen Porges's Polyvagal Theory
Vagus exercises for reducing anxiety, healing trauma, and rebalancing your autonomic nervous system
This comprehensive guide offers an easy-to-understand overview of the vagus nerve-and helps you unlock your body's innate capacity to heal from stress, trauma, anxiety, and injury.
Dr. Stanley Rosenberg, PhD, dispels long-held myths about the autonomic nervous system (ANS) and offers up-to-date research on how our physical health, emotional wellness, and the vagus nerve are all interconnected. Most importantly, he shows how these insights can help you heal your ANS-and live a less stressed, more balanced, and emotionally regulated life. This book offers:
- An in-depth overview of Stephen Porges's Polyvagal Theory
- Step-by-step self-help techniques for regulating the vagus nerve
- Vagus exercises to relieve emotional, psychological, and physical symptoms
- Real-life case studies and stories from the author's clinical practice
- Insights into the vagus nerve's role in social behavior
- An overview of what happens in our bodies when we get stuck in stress states-and how to heal them
- Simple, research-backed recommendations for initiating deep relaxation, improving sleep, healing from trauma, and stimulating recovery from illness and injury
