Game Changing Vagus Nerve Exercise (Parasympathetic Shift)

[@oceantri]

I’m a retired Paramedic Firefighter. My sympathetic nervous system is messed up after 30 years of fight or flight cortisol releases. I was looking for ways to calm it down and reset it. This has helped me so much along with your 5-2-8 breathing method. I haven’t had an anxiety attack since doing these exercises. Thank you!

[@JustinCaffrey]

Wonderful to hear. Thanks for your service as a paramedic firefighter and I am glad my videos can offer you some relief. Regards, Justin

[@beverleyannes]

Thanks for the work you did keeping us all safe as a firefighter/ paramedic. 😊

[@yanikashanty7436]

Good book of Michael Lam Adrenal Fatigue

[@meekellassidddiq4608]

Healthcare workers and First reap have been through an enormous amount of stress.

[@Mel-os3ld]

Not a fire fighter, but I was anxious since a child and I thought it was just the way I was.. I fine a lot of partying, which made me worse so I’d party again 🙄 cut a long one short , your circumstances with the cortisol same here.. the breathing into the diaphragm helped.. and diff meditations, and studying loads of stuff., Good for you hun 💜💜💜

[@mymai2792]

For those who want to go through the steps: 3:42 part 1 Take a deep breath 3:45 part 2 Breath Out Slowly 3:52 part 3 Hold your breath while lungs are empty 3:57 part 4 Pressing hands firmly together/ prayer-like shape 7:10 demonstration Do it 3-6 times a day in sections of 3 Be consistent for min 10-14 days to feel a shift

[@atzimier6896]

Thank you 🙏

[@Papin47]

Thanks much for the recap!

[@Jusderrick]

MVP

[@jamesp7527]

Push left hand into right, you're pushing to the right side.

[@JustinCaffrey]

You might like this video where I guide you through a visualisation. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqvIgatmabSijtU

[@jarpf99]

Hey guys doing this exercise for the last week everyday about 3 times a day stopped panic attacks severe anxiety and constant brain fog, now I understand my vagus nerve was working very poorly and here I was in about 3 months of depression don’t knowing what to do trying every single thing thank god i found you Justin, not to say I am cured but at least now I am living not just surviving much love and appreciation for sharing this ❤️ Just a note this exercise was not the only thing that got me felling better but when i look back since I started this exercise I am felling better everyday

[@JustinCaffrey]

It lifts me up to read your message. It is important to look at all areas of your life too. Little improvements across everything will start to really present change. This video covers many other areas that may also help. kzbin.info/www/bejne/d2LXfZ6on9yLiMU -- sending your best wishes and love. JC

[@Poetry4Peace]

Woow thats awesome this did feel powerful albeit I couldn't hold out n press as long as OP

[@carolekohl-duggan9982]

🙏🙏🙏

[@musebymelissa8583]

The fact that it worked for you gives me so much hope. Thanks for sharing!

[@vernonwbanks]

If you dont mind me asking, what other things helped?

[@bobanmolly9460]

That's how we pray every day in India! God !! everything we practice in India is having some spiritual or medical reason behind that! Modern science is revealing that one by one every day!

[@JustinCaffrey]

This method is from my teacher, who is Indian. Although, I have never seen anyone hold their breath on the exhale in prayer in India?

[@bobanmolly9460]

@@JustinCaffrey Thank you for letting us know! You are right we intentionally don't hold the breath while praying but it happens automatically when we close our eyes , press the palms and pray deeply , we forget everything around us that moment.. This happens every time when we are at a temple.. 🙏🏼♥️

[@JustinCaffrey]

@@bobanmolly9460 beautiful. That’s a meditative state and a connection to the higher power. Thank you for sharing this. 🙏

[@bobanmolly9460]

@@JustinCaffrey you are welcome..😊🙏🏼

[@vajraayudha5062]

@@JustinCaffrey That part is lost in the timelines.. There is another way of holding breath , which is called Pranayama ..

[@jtrao1]

What this breathing exercise does is activate your pineal gland for DMT release. There are several types of breathwork & meditation techniques for this, all of which include a long breath hold on empty. This appears to trick your mind into believing you may be about to die, which causes it to release DMT (for your protection). This is the state that produces the blissful feeling & heals the trauma that's dormant in your nervous system - particularly your cranial nerves (including your Vagus nerve). In this state, you can manifest things quite effectively using visualization. I'm not sure what pressing the hands together is all about but I suspect it has something to do with merging the processes in your left and right brain hemispheres.

[@Cookiedesigns254]

Very interesting! Thank you for sharing this. I took the pressing of the hands together as a representation of “tension”. Having all that tension while holding the breath gives the feeling of being in conflict then having that last breath to finally breathe in releases the tension in the body to signal to the brain that it’s over. We’re safe and present.

[@dellahful]

I’m a flight attendant and my nerves are shot especially from the events of the last 2yrs. Im presently off on stress leave due to a severe panic attack I had at work. My girlfriend sent me this video and I’m hoping your method will help me to calm my nervous system down so I’m able to return to work without issues. Thank you so much in advance. 🙏🏿

[@LizaPopova]

me too, I was a flight attendant an I had to quit my job because of anxiety. I'm now going back and slowly trying to find ways to manage my anxiety.

[@designateddriver3332]

How did it go?

[@patriciamoore51]

You’ll do it!!

[@iambyteman]

Doing this exercise always makes me cry. It’s so weird but I think it points to me having a lot of stress bottles up in my nervous system. Thank you for this.

[@JustinCaffrey]

Hi Tim, that’s a real positive. As you move from flight-flight to rest-digest your nervous system relaxes. This can trigger pent up emotions. Crying is the release. 🙌🙏

[@nivekvb]

When I've been very anxious, I've often tried really hard to slow my mind, it works for a few minutes, then anxiety comes pounding in real hard. You're right, trying to meditate when you're very anxious can make things worse.

[@JustinCaffrey]

Start with these exercises for a few weeks and then try my vagus nerve meditation.

[@PeaceboneGotFound]

You are such a sweetheart for sharing these tips! I never knew why box breathing was beneficial and it made me feel anxious holding my breath, but now I understand why it's worth it! I've been practicing icing my vagus nerve, massaging my vagus nerve, doing yoga, chewing gum, box breathing, humming and singing ☺️ I was diagnosed with PTSD, OCD, MDD, and an autoimmune disorder a year ago. I've been doing trauma therapy, EMDR, and now starting ERP for OCD, but I still crave just feeling safe in my own body and not feeling on edge, so I'm excited to lean into the vagus nerve side of things!

[@JustinCaffrey]

I am glad it helped. You should try some of the meditations on my channel. Start with the Vagus Nerve Meditation video. 😃🙏

[@nickcaption308]

Hi. Hope you are doing well now.

[@msegura6372]

Jesus helped me in every way!

[@Breeandfree]

@@msegura6372 the ultimate healer

[@naturalprinciples8520]

@@Breeandfree Yes! Call upon the name of the Lord, He knows what we need and how to heal and help us in everyway. Fasting and prayer is so powerful. Thanks for these tips and all the forms of healing happening..

[@JimBaLimBus]

I absolutely love reading these comments. Positive feedback and experiences, instead of negativity and trash. I just did 6 reps for the first time and am looking forward to the progress, no matter how minute, in the upcoming weeks. I can't stop yawning, so I'll take that as trapped anxiety being purged. Here's to everyone seeking a calmer life and lower blood pressure. lol. Cheers!

[@JustinCaffrey]

Thanks, Samhain. The yawning is an excellent sign. That means your parasympathetic nervous system has been activated. This is the opposite of the stress state. Yes, the comments are always superb on this channel, and for that, I am truly grateful. 🙏😃

[@lindseeziegler90]

yes goes to show: we have more in common than we want to admit- positive vibes and release stress. #zen

[@joycegerhardt2500]

I just found you on u tube. Your videos have been so helpful!! I'm trying to cure my fibromyalgia. I know it's possible. I'm not giving up!

[@reenasingh-id9zh]

Even i started yawning . Amazing

[@JimBaLimBus]

Just popping by to say that this is still working like a charm. Still yawning up a storm!

[@stargeezer57]

I did it just one time along with the video, and it immediately regulated my breathing. I couldn't stop yawning and couldn't take a deep breath for hours until now. Thank you for this!🙏

[@wishingwell_333]

praying this works

[@JustinCaffrey]

The yawning is the vagus nerve switching the nervous system to the parasympathetic state. At this point if you feel tired please sleep. The body often needs to catch up with much needed sleep after the shift. Continued practice for 3-6 weeks is important. Then move to a guided meditations practice. There are many on my channel. 🙏

[@mandydoyle2936]

I am going to do this exercise for 14 days as many times as I can. At the moment I can't hold my breath as long but almost there with you. Thank you. I seriously need to calm my nerves as they are shot to pieces for too many years now sick. Here goes !

[@JustinCaffrey]

Well done Mandy. Consistency is key. Keep going. 🙌🙌

[@RiniHS96100]

Brilliant presentation. I have read about this in bits and pieces, but this one has helped connect a lot of dots like none other. For instance, the point about the anxiety over trivial issues during childhood and the way we used to recover from it with a sense of relief. This was right on spot. The breathing exercise suggested here brought out the exact sense of relief for me that I realize I haven't experienced in years. Clearly my sympathetic nervous system has been overactive causing a lot of anxiety symptoms like pounding heart. But the parasympathetic nervous system fails to kick in the right way. I am feeling so much relief in just one session of 10 repetitions. I feel like having decoded a decade long mystery. Thanks for being a saviour!

[@JustinCaffrey]

Thanks so much.

[@jeanmader2302]

My vagus nerve is SHOT, lol...I had panic attacks for years, docs, no help, had to do my own research. Finally got over the panic attacks, then later learned I had apnea, from having had open abdominal gall bladder surgery, so that resulted in Afib. People say, you are so strong, and determined, how did you do it? I say, LIFE did it! lol

[@mikebrenesell361]

Justin, I’ve been searching for a solution like this for quite sometime. Your solution is the secret sauce for me. Am forever grateful. May God bless you for being willing to share this.

[@joca6418]

OH MY GOSH you hit the nail on the head when you said that this feeling will remind you of your childhood. I’ve been experiencing an insane amount of anxiety for the last week, I did this exercise in bed 1 time and I immediately got this rush of relaxation that I only ever remember experiencing as a child 😳

[@kslucki]

Oh God, the cry that came out of me in the first set. Thank you for sharing this knowledge.

[@janine7418]

I have PTSD w/DID due to childhood TBMC/SRA. Yes it exists and is more rampant then anyone thinks. I am now 65yo and fighting to stay in control my whole life. Today I finally ran accross information on Vagus Nerve excercises...one led to another and now I am on this one... Sleep was taking a nose dive so now I have hope again.

[@JustinCaffrey]

That is great to hear. There are many other videos on these topics on my channel. Along with exercises and meditations. 🙌❤️

[@mrs.b5842]

Prayers for you brave warrior. Much love

[@daniellopez46]

how are you doing? how is your sleep?

[@theamalgamatedtheory]

@@daniellopez46 how are you?

[@carolinebhargava4723]

This exercise helped me more than any other I tried! Thank you.

[@outdoorminer5533]

Oh my god, Justin. You helped me so much a year ago and I had saved a video in a specific playlist with other meditations, but on the thumbnail there’s a woman so I thought I’d never find your channel again. But here you are! Happy new year! 🎉

[@JohnMoseley]

Very relaxing. Thank you. And you're so right about how meditation can be ineffective for people struggling with anxiety. I wish I'd known about things like this when I was trying to treat my anxiety and depression with meditation in my twenties.

[@drinkmoreagua8984]

I tried for so long to treat my severe anxiety with meditation and it literally made me dissociate and have even worse panic attacks

[@applepie9576]

I thought I was the only one. 😐

[@JohnMoseley]

@@applepie9576 So did I!

[@Chevalier_de_Pas]

Science has recently shown that consistent meditation practice (at least 15 minutes a day) change the brain in several ways and contribute to reduce anxiety. However, it isn't enough, and not the best thing to do when one is very anxious.. Meditation should be a practice of mindfulness, so that we can easily be mindful in daily life - and hence start to watch thoughts and sensations passing through in consciousness with acceptance and curiosity, realizing that they aren't facts. This is a great treatment for anxiety in the long run. Mindfulness is about accepting what is, but it doesn't make you calmer (you eventually start to become less reactive and then calmer), while these breathing techniques immediately and effectively calm the nervous system. Both practices have their purposes. Meditation is a gym of the mind, mindfulness a way of noticing new things and be present, and these breathing techniques are SOS measures for resetting the nervous system.

[@rhiannonkarwata3883]

I love you. For 8 months I’ve been struggling with dizziness and brainfog and body spasms, this !!!! Little exercise has helped me so much doing it only once, I’m hoping it’s only going to improve from here ♥️🙏

[@JustinCaffrey]

Thanks Rhiannon. Remember to practice daily. 1. Deep breath in through the nose. 2. Breath out slowly through the nose until all the air has exited the lungs. 3. Hold breath. 4. Press hands together with enough force that it shakes. 5. Keep holding your breath until you need to take a big inhale. (Obviously, judge your situation and how this breathing technique feels to you based on your circumstances and medical health/history).

[@rhiannonkarwata3883]

@@JustinCaffrey does inflamed vegus nerve cause neurological symptoms, vertigo like symptoms spasms, ect ? Or I’m wondering if it’s a vaccine injury because the exercises help a lot but I’m worried it could trigger something else if I’m wrong. But I also have he chronic stress isssues the past two years due to everything going on. So I’m just trying to rule out what is exactly happening.

[@JustinCaffrey]

@@rhiannonkarwata3883 it can. So can chronic stress.

[@rhiannonkarwata3883]

@@JustinCaffrey trueeee, very interesting thank you Justin Do you have anything else that would be beneficial due to these symptoms what to take or other exercises or something to help. Many thanks

[@sergiogomez6]

Rhiannon I have many of your same symptoms, how are you feeling today? I hope all is well

[@sxfnlc]

Such a simple technique that’s causing me to feel relaxed. I’ve been in dorsal for quite a while. 😢 I have done this twice and can feel relaxation in my mind. My life has been hell for about a year. I’ve been in disassociated state with dpdr and obsessive thinking. Feeling disconnected from my body living out of my head. This has been really helpful. 🥰

[@JustinCaffrey]

It’s time to slow down and make lifestyle changes. 🙏

[@louiselydon9926]

So sorry for what you have gone through. My journey 10 years. I started using cold wet cloth back of neck when I awake. Your a warrior! And you will see your greatness!

[@Voo4530]

This really works. It’s better than Wim Hoff breathing IMO.

[@louiseteaches]

I have just found you, and I'm so glad I have! I love this exercise already. Thank you so much!

[@Hairbytyra.s]

This really works! I can feel the stress leave out the top of my head

[@JustinCaffrey]

Great to hear Tyra. You might like this video where I guide you through a visualisation. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqvIgatmabSijtU

[@ljones98391]

Thank you for the disclaimer but frankly my “medical professional” knows little to nothing about anything except standard operating procedures and is the last person I would contact for accurate information.

[@JustinCaffrey]

Polyvagal Theory and the Vagus Nerve are very new areas of neuroscience and medical research. I am sure you can understand I must make such a disclaimer.

[@kalayne6713]

There's a reason they are called general practitioners...they are just practicing.

[@CTX50]

Years ago I went to see my doctor as I was having difficulty sleeping. The nurse escorted me to an exam room and I waited for there for the doc. Several minutes later he came in the room and laid open my file on the small table and we began to discuss the reason for my visit. A moment later the nurse knocked on the door and asked the doc if he could come quickly to room 7 to see a patient who was in need. The doc excused himself and said he would be right back. After he left the room I looked over at my open file and it listed all the reasons I had come to see this doc over the years. Low back pain, sore shoulder, thinning hair and other things. As I read the list I realized I STILL had all those issues! At that very instant I fired my doctor, walked out of the room and haven't been to a doctor since. Best day of my life!

[@1rahmaan]

@@CTX50 I hope you took Your file with you 😉

[@emilyeah]

Exactly

[@gz8793]

such an underrated channel! thanks!

[@JustinCaffrey]

You are very kind. I like to keep sharing in the hope to help others. 😃❤️🙏

[@judithocasio3367]

Good morning this is the first time I come across your podcast, I suffer from anxiety take medication for the past three years, I also have vestibular disorder, where I get light headed every day which triggers my anxiety even more, I have been through pyscial therapy for six month for vestibular and it did not work. I will try the excerise and know that it will work. I just did with you just once and it carme me down right away so that makes me feel its going to work. Thank you

[@ImTheZr]

Tell uss update ?

[@hopkinsamye]

Just did a series for the first time, and I definitely can feel a difference even after that first series. Wow!

[@JustinCaffrey]

Well done Amy. 👏👏

[@kazimraza75]

Very Nice and perfect Excercise ,Thanks .Can we cure gerd with this excercise ?

[@fromrussiawith4734]

👍👍👍 you' ve heard me!! Thank you so, so much!!! I' ve tried it just now, & it really works!! & it's like using very cold water! Thank you for your kindness & intention to help other people!!! Have a great day!

[@JustinCaffrey]

Thank you. It is an interesting feeling and yes, not dissimilar to cold water. Regular practice on a daily basis helps rebalance the nervous system. Obviously being mindful of any pre-existing medical conditions and your own body. 🙏🙂

[@fromrussiawith4734]

@@JustinCaffrey 🌷🙏

[@fromrussiawith4734]

@@JustinCaffrey Thank you so much!

[@fromrussiawith4734]

What is the difference betwee our time?

[@Nameme-bd9wh]

Day 1: Feeling a lot better than before. It really is game changing exercise.

[@yorkshireplumbing]

Any up dates?

[@Nameme-bd9wh]

@@yorkshireplumbing I am completely healed. Do what he says.

[@bartobruintjes7056]

The main problem of the Vagus Nerve is located in the middle of the outside of peoples neck. The nerve there is mostly blocked by trigger points. Unblocking these trigger points and the Vagus Nerve will become in a relaxed state. This is the most important thing to treat the Vagus Nerve. Once you have done that, than you are going to feel that both on a physically and mentally way. You will feel as if you are reborned. It will change your life forever.

[@JustinCaffrey]

Thanks, Barto. Studies over the last twenty years by Dr Ross Hauser have shown us that the structural damage to the vagus nerve from impact trauma is often similar to the nerve damage experienced by people with prolonged mental health issues. The damage to the ganglion is (as you state) repairable. It does require making changes to your life, but the outcome can be astounding. I can personally attest to that. Thanks for your input. 😃🙏

[@mindaugasivaskevicius1764]

Hey, can you elabodate on unblocking those trigger points? Link ? Thank you.

[@VB-wl3zn]

yes ans Mindaugas says, could you pls share how to !! :)

[@JustinCaffrey]

@@mindaugasivaskevicius1764 it is not that straight forward. It requires constant work and usually accompanied with therapy. You will find more videos on my channel. This is a longer talk where I dig into the nature of autoimmune disease and the vagus nerve. You can follow the link to the video - m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/d2LXfZ6on9yLiMU

[@JustinCaffrey]

@@VB-wl3zn it is not that straight forward. It requires constant work and usually accompanied with therapy. You will find more videos on my channel. This is a longer talk where I dig into the nature of autoimmune disease and the vagus nerve. You can follow the link to the video - m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/d2LXfZ6on9yLiMU

[@jmartin6080]

🙏🏼 first few rounds I felt a lump in my throat and tension in my belly, by round 8 it had softened. I repeated a mantra also which helped me relax. I did 9 rounds and feel at peace , will add this to my daily habits . Thank you Justin , liked and subscribed.

[@JustinCaffrey]

Thank you. 🙏

[@jackmeovf4010]

I always have lump throat feeling 24/7 stomach esophagus tension 24/7 help

[@suehamblin9652]

@@jackmeovf4010 Are you sure you don’t have laryngopharyngeal reflux syndrome? That also produces a lump feeling in the throat. That’s what happened to me and I went on an alkaline diet and the lump feeling went away and my digestion calmed down.

[@jackmeovf4010]

@@suehamblin9652 i ahve that too yea and the stress and anxiety get my muscle tension make it worse

[@suehamblin9652]

@@jackmeovf4010 Try taking 400 mg daily of Magnesium Glycinate. Magnesium plays an important role in regulating the body’s response to stress. Also try eating smaller meals more often during the day to avoid a bloated stomach which will put pressure on the esophageal sphincter. Try this breathing exercise: place one hand on your abdomen and the other hand on your chest. When you breath in, push the hand on your abdomen up but not the hand on your chest. Breath in and out like this several times a day and it will help calm your stress. I did these things plus changing to a more alkaline diet by avoiding acidic foods and all my symptoms went away.

[@Chiqsan]

I burst into tears, is that normal? I didn't see anyone else with that reaction. I couldn't even help it so I cried like no other. I still feel like i want to cry as I type this. Thank you

[@jourdescorpio]

Totally normal... you are releasing trauma (stored emotions)

[@commondog3956]

Beautiful. So happy for you.

[@JustinCaffrey]

Thanks for your message Chiiq - Yes, it can happen and is usually a sign of withheld emotions and possibly past trauma. Crying is the bodies way to release emotional pain and it is an important exit valve. Did you keep the exercises going? JC

[@marybhip]

It shows you how much anxiety and stress your body has been holding for you. This will just show you how much you needed this.

[@savvyconsumer7342]

It's normal and not always emotionally rooted but physically rooted from the area of nerve affected

[@jonzarah]

So much wisdom here. Vagus Nerve Improvement Challenge accepted. ✅ Day 1 .. Thank you.

[@JustinCaffrey]

Thanks Sarah. You might like this video where I guide you through a visualisation. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqvIgatmabSijtU

[@jannetteperson8534]

Thanks for sharing. I'm just learning about the vagus nerve and I started daily exercises about 2 weeks ago which has been a game changer for anxiety, chronic neck pain, and stress. I will incorporate this exercise and let you know how it's going. 🙏

[@JustinCaffrey]

That is great to hear Jannette. Thank you, Justin.

[@nickturnbull4105]

Hi everyone ,been struggling with terrible anxiety for many years now and I've only recently discovered excellent practices like this and also about ways we can stimulate our vagus nerve . There's so much information that's science based to help us all with with anxiety ,what a fantastic resource . I completely agree that meditation can be VERY unhelpful for some people who are anxious and agitated . Thank you Justin for putting this out there ,best wishes .

[@caeligood6607]

I am 53.. WHen I was 10, I was diagnosed with "Severe Anxiety Neurosis"!... I was already under some chronic stress response back when I was a kid. Fast forward and Now, during the pandemic and other stress I have gotten into severe pain and depression because My startle mechanism is so messed up. I just think of something and I feel my body tense up.

[@JustinCaffrey]

Thanks Caeli. I am sorry to hear you have had such troubles. You might like this video where I guide you through a visualisation. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqvIgatmabSijtU

[@birdienumnums1]

so how did you get on with this method?

[@IwhimIwhim]

I did this a few times and my body was awash in anxiety. Why would that happen? Please help. I really want this to help me. I'm currently going through withdrawal symptoms from trying to wean down my Lexapro. God bless you!

[@kathleenmartincoaching]

Truly appreciate your videos and the education you share that informs us to be able to create a happier healthier life! I am a coach and mentor and share them with my clients because I know that they will get real results from including these exercises daily. Thanks so much!

[@JustinCaffrey]

Thanks so much for your message Kathleen. I am so pleased they are being shared. My aim is to share these ideas so people can find some ease within their own body and mind. 😃🙏🙌 - your approach to coaching sounds superb!

[@travisn346]

A lot of people with anxiety conditions are looking to vagal exercises, breathing and meditation to manage the condition. None of these treatments are adequate to reach the core neurology that regulates emotions. The same goes for CBT. I agree that improving vagal tone will assist in autonomic regulation, but anxiety is a different beast. Thank you for sharing.

[@JustinCaffrey]

Thanks Travis. I would tend to disagree, without meaning to offend you in anyway. . These techniques helped me resolve extreme anxiety and PTSD after the death of my son. Many still assist today (cold water and meditation). We know from neuroscience that our bodies hold intense trauma. Opening this up is a pathway to resolving our anxieties. 🙏

[@tills0172]

@travis Did you try it though? :)

[@tills0172]

@@JustinCaffrey I agree, based on Peter Levine’s work also. With much sympathy for the very sad loss of your son ❤️‍🩹 .

[@Tasia169]

Sorry for your continued struggles Travis N. Stay hopeful

[@travisn346]

@@JustinCaffrey I send my heartfelt sympathy regarding your son. I know all too well the pain of losing the person I loved the most, my father.

[@tomasranta6154]

I have had major depression for 50 years. It’s abdominal. I was unable to get off of elavil that whole time . My doctor had me try Lyrica. It allowed me kick Elavil virtually cold turkey. Will try this and any other Vagus nerve exercises out there as I still have sensations queezyness from time to time.

[@JustinCaffrey]

Thanks Tomas.

[@pintu5124]

Try bramari pranayama it is much safer

[@TheBabyskywalker]

Wow! Awesome. Ten thousand thankyou's

[@dandamerville]

Great exercise -- you are an excellent teacher. NOSE BREATHE! Much healthier.

[@JustinCaffrey]

Glad you enjoyed it! JC

[@sachiniherath7317]

Great thanks from Sri Lanka. Could you plz let me know whether we should press hands while lungs are empty?

[@TheHUhelps]

This is something that I plan to share with my patients. Thank you!

[@susancosgrove7821]

Great exercise, felt better from first one! Imagine after a week of practice. Thank you 💜

[@JustinCaffrey]

Keep up the practice. 🙏

[@julesgraham7397]

Massaging certain points of my ears has been v helpful sleepwise. Will try this too. Thank you.

[@JustinCaffrey]

Wonderful!

[@Apexpredator-t4v]

Is this helpful in depersonalization

[@We_are_the_light]

Thank you sir. I'm deep into meditation since being estranged from my whole family. Black sheep love yup. This is a huge help .

[@jeanmader2302]

It is so deep, that family connection pain. You can be going along in life, feeling pretty good, in general, and you run into, or get a call from a family member who you rarely see, and it acts like a small firecracker, SENDING sparks that sort of rattle the progress you have made, right? LOL...we should give that pain a name. Cow Dung could work. How dare that person screw up our progress. LOL Well, we have to deal with it. Getting upset makes it worse. I never thought of using the vagus nerve to fix emotional pain, because mine related to breathing issues. I asked a doctor years back, when I was researching my issues. I asked, Do you think that my problem could be connected to the vagus nerve. HE thought, about a few seconds, and said, no. That caused a big gap in my recovery from ANGST! So, I was in limbo, then another mini crisis, and it set me on the right path.My breathing issues ended up causing apnea, and it stemmed from open abdominal gall bladder surgery, which can cause respiratory issues. So, the Vagus nerve is a big deal. It is worth studying.

[@mikaelbran7174]

Sounds horrible i hope your doing alright

[@JustinCaffrey]

Thanks my friend. You might like this video where I guide you through a visualisation. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqvIgatmabSijtU

[@juliasewillfarmer6073]

I'm black sheep of family too.

[@jeanmader2302]

@@juliasewillfarmer6073 Pat yourself on the back. If you have come this far without losing it completely, you are very strong and capable, and because you KNOW, how people can hurt you, I would guess you go out of your way to be kind. There are others who go to bitterness, but, thank GOD, most survive, and learn valuable lessons as well. I was not the different sheep. I was a target. The middle child. But...I turned out with more knowledge, more talent, more skills, more material needs, and more brains, because I had to learn to rise above that situation. I was my daddy's little girl, but my dad worked nights, and my mom had a bad temper. You learn to run, LOL. And I did not understand that she was an alcoholic until much later. Alcoholics are not always under the influeence. My sister, who was nine years older, beat the heck out of me, and when I was really young, she was walking with her friends, and had me in tow. I don't remember the particular time but she was dragging me because my shorter legs couldn't keep up, and a neighbor told my dad. I got the tail end of that. Once she and my cousin were babysitting, and I was there. I don't know what I did, or if I did anything, but they were both hitting me. I was thrown onto the floor, and I kept getting up and fighting back, and down I'd go. I guess I just became more tenacious. So, we learn things we may need someday. God must have known I would be living in a Biden administration. LOL I also developed a very good sense of humor. I guess we should be grateful we are alive. LOL

[@valueatspeed]

This is a revelation, thank you Justin. You are a great man. And thank you to the commenters and again to Justin for your responses to them.

[@WupeViasco]

I’m so grateful for having discovered this you really changing lives dr

[@karinheart]

I tried it! Its great. I can only hold my breath to count of 3 :( that's discouraging. But practicing will help and I can tell it will be good for me

[@JustinCaffrey]

You will get better with practice. 🙏

[@tarunchadha6643]

This was amazing I was able to take control of my parasympathetic nervous system when I needed it Thanks

[@JustinCaffrey]

That is great. Thank you.

[@dancerdiya7677]

Plz can u explain the steps... I did not understand what exactly u did sir.. Thanks in advance..

[@truthworks6790]

WOW. This exercise really helps to relax and get grounded but it doesn't last. I see in the comments that many people are saying they are burnt out and I see your is to slow and make lifestyle changes. I have taken a year off, going on two years now, due to burn out and all I do is literally lay in the bed trying to get restoration and taking all kinds of good supplements to nourish my adrenals and body in general, but I am still in an low level anxious state constantly and I am too anxious to do anything because I am in constant stress. What do you recommend for long term, lasting results of retraining the vagus nerve to stay calm? Thank you so much!

[@katenewton9994]

Hello Justin thank you for sharing this I’m going to stick with it minimum 14 days and see how I do. I’m really struggling to hold my breath as long as you do is it still beneficial if we are holding to what feels like our maximum or does it not work unless we hold as long as you are? Thank you 🙏🏻

[@savvyconsumer7342]

I practice and teach mindfulness breathing meditation reflexology reiki. I practice yoga Tai chi massage and so much more. My vagal nerve issue is from damage to my neck. Still have issue regardless. Been working g on this for 40 years. I am a chilled out individual

[@JustinCaffrey]

Great work. 😃🙏❤️

[@carolynclitheroe3588]

Big stream of tingles and goosebumps 🙏🏼

[@hepgeoff]

Just found your channel. I've had anxiety and panic attacks for years, so I will definitely try this exercise. Thanks for posting.

[@achillessparta2340]

How did it go?

[@hepgeoff]

@@achillessparta2340 The exercise does help calm my anxiety, thanks!

[@achillessparta2340]

@@hepgeoff I would also want to recommend the Wim hof method if you have heard about it?

[@chinatanzaniabusiness1262]

At the very first time I have learnt how breathing technique works. Thank you 😊

[@jilldickson4352]

Fabulous effect. Brilliant thank you. ❤️❤️

[@danielvaillancourt4221]

Great exercise, thank you!

[@tourdfrance9263]

I’m so happy that I got your videos , i started to search for this vagus nerve and leaning what it really does to our body.. just hearing what you said and what you went true made me realize that I can heal my nerves-system that caused me this tinnitus/anxiety/depression… honestly sr, it made it much better by lessening to you.. I have a hope to fix my self.. I’m actually crying now and did on your other video where walking on the beach.. I can’t imagine loosing one of your child 🥲 I can’t thank you enough. I did ST scan, MRI, now is my TMJ apparently because of biting my teeth that is the reason of my tinnitus and I’m still going to find a solution and I believe you are going to make it happen for me and for many that are suffering with what ever in there life. MAY GOD BLESS YOU. 🥲🙏🙏🙏

[@DjangobeatTV]

The most powerful way to release trauma and down-regulate the nervous system is called T.R.E. (trauma release exercise). No talking therapy can actually heal trauma. Trauma is released through the body. TRE takes under an hour to learn and once you have learnt it, you've got it for life and no longer need to pay anyone to help you. This along with a whole food plant based diet and probiotics and we'll, that's pretty much the best you can do to improve the health of your nervous system. Perhaps cold water immersion and Wim Hoff too, but really that just makes you more resilient to future stress but doesn't actually release trauma. You can also try singing or humming and a number of eye movement stretches but the main part of the work involves what I've already mentioned. Hope that's clear. However, I will be trying this to see what it does. I know the difference between the Wim Hoff effect and how actual trauma release feels and so I'll know which one this technique offers. It'll be interesting to know. I have a feeling it's just a version of the Wim Hoff effect and is therefore about stress resistance and not trauma release.

[@JustinCaffrey]

Thanks for your comments. This principle is focused on releasing the tension within the body. It is the precursor to trauma work. I recovered from PTSD after the death of my son, and this was the entry point. I understand T.R.E., and I have trained in it. It has value, but it is not effective for everyone. Each person has their own journey. We can prescribe a definitive for everyone based on our own experiences. Thanks for sharing, T.R.E. Vagus nerve stimulation offers relief and an entry point, as does cold water and Wim Hoff. The real secret is acceptance and forgiveness, both mentally and physically, through the body.

[@DjangobeatTV]

@@JustinCaffrey I could have worded things more carefully. Sorry my friend. I'm just excited that things are starting to feel better for me and want to tell people that it can be simpler than they perhaps think. I'm so sorry for your loss.

[@muktac2768]

Thank you so much from India, Kolkata.

[@Rudisbashar]

Thank you sire this has bin very helpfull with great results.

[@JustinCaffrey]

I am so pleased to hear this. 🙏

[@outdoorminer5533]

Thank you! This worked very well. I hope I can sleep better tonight!

[@JustinCaffrey]

Thank you. You might like this video where I guide you through a visualisation. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqvIgatmabSijtU

[@iamlegend8550]

Thank you so much! You changed my life! ❤

[@няѕнкєѕн]

Great video 👍

[@moretta73]

Does this help with heart palpitations? Skipped beats, sudden racing, extra beats, etc.?

[@selenewaide8994]

Wow! That was amazing, I felt less wound up after that. Thank you

[@JustinCaffrey]

Thanks. That is great to hear Selene. keep practising daily for best results.

[@notadocf538]

Good idea on the hands together putting pressure while lungs empty..do not hold your breath for longer the 12 ..too long can cause you to faith and could cause seizure

[@yogeorgia]

I unsubscribed the news and subscribed to you. Many thanks x

[@JustinCaffrey]

You are very kind. 😃🙏

[@pennycoleccio8189]

Very good

[@JustinCaffrey]

Thank you Penny. 🙏

[@anythinggoes5574]

Hey Justin! Was just wondering, I have a sensation of neck grating and general instability right under the right side of the skull - where the Vagus Nerve starts. Do you think instability can cause nerve irritation which in turn leads to typical inflammatory and autonomic symptoms?

[@louiselydon9926]

Would love to hear your gained wisdom. I have exact same thing on left side! How are you doing now. I wish you healing grace. Breathing diaphragm is very difficult for me. We shall find peace!

[@louiselydon9926]

Please email if you want to share would like to know !

[@prasadd5063]

THANKS JUSTIN 😊🙏🏼😊🙏🏼😊

[@MyDash]

Is it helpful in CFS ?

[@ikar9639]

Can this exercise be given to people with lung disorders such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease? Thank you

[@fmj9346]

Thank you. I am an ME sufferer. Am working daily on vagus nerve. Also having FMT which has worked in the past. This was very helpful.

[@JustinCaffrey]

Thanks for your message. You might enjoy the talk I just posted. This is a talk I have to the Irish ME Trust on the vagus nerve and recovery. Here is the link. kzbin.info/www/bejne/d2LXfZ6on9yLiMU

[@patriciaab8066]

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[@happy-go-lucky-7]

Thanks for posting this. What is the reason for pressing hands together?

[@JustinCaffrey]

It helps the body release suppressed energy and creates a flow of chi.

[@jessicafalstein]

it works. the heart slows down on the exhale and hold-good for racing heart.

[@JustinCaffrey]

Thanks Jessica.

[@annikelsey2541]

Thank you Justin, I am hoping this will help reduce my high and stress related blood pressure. Will practice for 10 days and see.

[@JustinCaffrey]

Hi Anni, it is important to also make the necessary lifestyle changes for blood pressure too. Wishing you well. 🙏

[@annikelsey2541]

@@JustinCaffrey thanks, lifestyle etc has always been good, just experiencing the effects of massive and unexpected stress, and looking for every possible way to minimise the impact of it.

[@mikamakalainen3599]

@@annikelsey2541 Hi Anni, did you see an improvement in your BP after 10 days (or how long did you do this for?). Thank you in advance!

[@annikelsey2541]

@@mikamakalainen3599 hi there, sorry to say that I didn't persevere with the exercise but my BP did reduce anyway with rest and relaxation. However I am still interested in vagus nerve information and have just purchased a book by Deb Dana about it. Only read a few pages so far but it looks interesting.

[@mikamakalainen3599]

@@annikelsey2541 hi, thanks for the reply! :) Anyway, really interesting topic and I'm happy that you got better :)

[@birdienumnums1]

An ongoing situation is causing me to have poor sleep and heart stress and general health issues - 7 months of severe stress has cause weight loss, and loss of collagen -- need to get my emotions calmed down and into a more hopeful state. right now feel hope less. NOTE i cannot remove the stressful situation , but I am hoping at least this Breath method will reduce the negative effects of the stress.?

[@jjooeegg1]

Good video . Subscribed

[@vincecallagher7636]

Worked excellent! Outstanding

[@JustinCaffrey]

Great to hear. 🙏

[@darren_k8401]

I have been suffering with constant low grade anxiety and neuropathic pain for over a year now and have recently been feeling helpless not knowing what it is why it's there and what to do. Medication doesn't cure it. After trying this method for two days I can sense a shift in myself and my anxiety. I would like to know if you do a long term healing program? I would be interested as it does seem this has helped

[@robertoverdi232]

I get really tired after a bowel movement, for hours afterwards and it is really life disrupting . All the research I have done points a Vagus nerve issue. Do you think this exercise will help? thank you !!

[@Dazyredfox87]

This is wonderful thank you

[@omkarishmen934]

Our lives are far less stressful,without WEF & WHO

[@marylombardi6224]

We love you! Thank you 😊

[@seawallbird5724]

Hi Justin. Just watched your video and you have caught my interest. Even watching it was relaxing. I think we are all looking for something to help us slow down and relax in this increasingly crazy world... I am looking forward to watching a few of your videos and making them part of my daily home therapy time.. wishing you well.

[@JustinCaffrey]

Thanks my friend. 🙏 - You might like this video where I guide you through a visualisation. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqvIgatmabSijtU

[@PropheticCoachTheresa]

That was amazing, really works, thank you!

[@JustinCaffrey]

Thank you.

[@christinaminoguchi5236]

Wow, this is amazing!! Thank you!!

[@JustinCaffrey]

Thank you Christina. 😃🙏

[@jeevithathirsh8219]

Is it safe for the tracheostomy patient with lateral medullary syndrome

[@Sashas-mom]

Seriously thankful that I ended up here. This was instantly helpful so much so that I would be insane not to do this in a sequence like you recommended consistently for 14 days. I can’t thank you enough. Do you have any insight as to why it makes me cry just following along twice?

[@allisonhowington6854]

I also feel the urge to cry.....I think we probably need to release pent up sadness and grief

[@Sashas-mom]

@@allisonhowington6854 I believe you’re right. I haven’t felt the same emotional release since that first “session” however I’m here to say it halted a panic episode like magic. Also, thank you for sharing by responding to my comment.

[@miel7626]

Thank you for this video! Could someone maybe explain the (neuro)physiology of this technique? :)

[@hshfyugaewfjkKS]

Can you use this for pseudo-seizures? It's a misfiring of the nervous system.

[@sashaalexa1715]

Could you explain what/how I'm actually affecting by holding my breath on the out breath and pressing my hands together please

[@arunsrivastava774]

Works very well. And so simple

[@JustinCaffrey]

Thank you