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The Polyvagal Theory and Trauma with Dr. Stephen Porges

Being Well with Forrest Hanson and Dr. Rick Hanson

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Exploring Vagus Nerve Exercises and Interventions

Vagus nerve exercises for self-soothing include gentle massages beneath the ear and neck massages, which stimulate the vagus nerve indirectly by activating sensory pathways like the trigeminal nerve. These exercises, along with rocking motions, historical practices, and even methods like using ice water to trigger the vagus nerve, aim to regulate physiological states. While surface-level massages can be calming, more direct interventions like auditory stimulation and electrical stimulation devices specifically targeting the vagus nerve can be highly effective.

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