VAGUS NERVE DECK

This is a deck with 75 accessible exercises for toning the vagus nerve to manage symptoms related to stress, anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and auto-immune discomfort. Informed by polyvagal theory, these exercises focus on creating a sense of calm, vitality, and connectioninspiring a deeper feeling of safety while activating the body's natural ability to heal.

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. Melissa Romano, a practitioner of integrative somatic therapy, assists individuals in their healing journey through mind-body techniques. As a social worker and yoga therapist, she is certified in somatic therapy, polyvagal theory, and various mind and body modalities. Melissa's therapeutic approach guides clients toward finding ease in discomfort, embracing their authenticity, and harnessing the healing power of their nervous system. As a single mother, Melissa's professional path has been shaped by her own profound experiences of personal healing.