Vagus Nerve Reset To Release Trauma Stored In The Body (Polyvagal Exercises)

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This vagus nerve reset is designed to relieve stress and anxiety by restoring the social engagement state referenced in Polyvagal Theory developed by Stephen Porges.
Vagus nerve exercises also turn off fight or flight in the sympathetic nervous system to release trauma stored in the body.
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-- Vagus Nerve Reset To Release Trauma From Your Body (Polyvagal Exercises) --
When it comes to trauma stored in the body, people usually ask me two questions.
The first is:
How do I know if I have trauma stored in my body?
The answer to that one is, you do. We all do. Trauma is a part of life and we’ve all got stuff.
(Even if you don’t remember it.)
It’s why our shoulders are tight and our backs ache. It’s why we get weekly massages and go to therapy.
It underlies most chronic health conditions and makes them worse.
Case in point:
Did you know that researchers have drawn a connection between experiencing racism and a higher prevalence of adult onset asthma for black women?
Trauma isn’t always about the Big Events. Yes, those count. Of course they do.
But so does having a distant mother (who likely had her own trauma).
Cultural shaming (hello women who were constantly told to be quiet, be small, not take up space).
Toxic work environments. Not being heard. Microaggressions.
And of course the ever prevalent accidents, injuries, falls out of trees and off horses, broken legs, cracked ribs, etc, etc, etc.
So, you’ve got some trauma. You don’t have to call it that, but it’s there, okay?
Now the second question: what do we do about it?
This is the part I love. SO MUCH of the conversation surrounding trauma in our culture boils down to understanding the narrative -- what’s your story?
That’s important, BUT…
It doesn’t get to the biological roots. These parts of our bodies are up to 500 million years old and they frankly don’t give a flying unicorn fart about your story.
So that’s where I come in.
We can “talk” to these ancient parts of you -- the parts where fear, stress and trauma are stored -- through movement and sensation, which form the language of your nervous system.
And that’s what I’m showing you how to do in this video.
You can use this vagus nerve reset regularly any time you feel stressed, anxious or tense.
Be sure and leave me a comment to let me know how this vagus nerve reset went for you!
#TraumaRelease #PolyvagalTheory #VagusNerveReset #SukieBaxter
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[@SukieBaxter]

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[@priyakulkarni9583]

Rubbish ! Meaningless exercises and too much meaning given to simple movements. It has nothing to do with vagus! Liar 🤥

[@geraldzarzoso9446]

Definitely helped my mobility.

[@priyakulkarni9583]

@@geraldzarzoso9446 , Mobility may be but not vagus!!!! 🤣

[@lena-vx1tt]

Il suo libro è stato tradotto in italiano?

[@manasvini2007]

Should we hold the gaze still or is it ok to blink eyes?

[@xenadanavira7082]

you probably won’t see this but your exercises just helped me down from a suicidal episode. thank you.

[@SukieBaxter]

I did see this and I’m so glad to hear that.

[@Strayally]

Have you tried this lately? I just stumbled across this video and enjoyed it and am glad to hear it has helped your🦋🫶🏻

[@patriciamorgan2501]

Thank you. I need this too then. ❤

[@ginabattz9716]

Many hugs to you ❤

[@myteadied1916]

love to you

[@yoginiprincess1074]

We as a generation are incredibly lucky to have internet and KZbin!

[@oneworldonehome]

Amen to that!

[@RajuDas-qu1li]

Yes! True.

[@S.M.Jean-Mahmoud_Ier]

It won't last though : store and hoard as much as you can out of it !

[@RajuDas-qu1li]

@@S.M.Jean-Mahmoud_Ier are you a soothsayer?

[@Ela-eh3hm]

When we focus on the right videos to help us then it truly is a blessing!

[@iconnectbhavin]

I have cried non stop for 15-20 mins after doing this exercise. I can’t believe how much pain I have been having inside of me without knowing how unreal this feels. I had immense tingling sensations on the shoulders back and on my glute while crying. God Bless You Sukie and I hope you keep helping people.

[@ilovemelodyjane]

I was very discouraged when I first began this practice because I could not hold the gaze for 30 seconds. In fact, it was such a powerful exercise for me, I became nauseous and dizzy after my first attempt with just 15 seconds on each side. However, I kept at it with my small 15 second gazes and tried to reassure myself that something was better than nothing. It was. Keep at it no matter how many seconds you can hold. It's a mediation element so that means it can build over time❣️ It did for me. 🌹

[@aprilcloyce7426]

I was nauseous what causes that

[@monicaz4949]

Same! Dizzy early on

[@joshpeters7392]

@@monicaz4949I also got extremely dizzy. I’m glad I’m not the only one.

[@abbeyjohnson109]

Thank you for writing this. I had the same experience and feel a little discouraged. You writing this really helps. I’ll stick with it.

[@susanadams8896]

Thank you for the encouragement ❤

[@Ashley-rp4ui]

You know what's crazy? You get in this position and do this exercise automatically when you lay down in the grass and look up at the clouds. It's amazing that this exercise is so healing and it can be found in a fun activity

[@roliv7199]

Wow!!!! Such a good point!

[@amiecritesFlowsWithLove]

So when I turned my eyes to the left I started moaning (almost like a painful one but I wasn't in pain), it was a real struggle, almost disorienting. Is that normal?

[@woolcycle]

Wow, I am sure that would be even more powerful to do this exercise in nature. Thanks for the insight.

[@Anwelei]

@@amiecritesFlowsWithLove im just a rando on the internet, so I don’t know what im talking about lol. However, i started acupuncture for both physical and mental issues. when the acupuncturist hits my heart area, which is for emotions, i tend to sob for about a minute and then calm down, and sometimes i feel happy afterward. This last time i felt so sad during that minute it, but not any particular reason. It just felt like sadness that needed to he processed and let go. Maybe you are releasing stored trauma with that one movement? If it doesnt hurt but you need to groan, maybe that’s some general emotional pain you are processing and releasing?

[@mstrikesback168]

Probably another reason the controllers are constantly spraying the sky so that its almost 80-90% of the week ugly. Rare is the day we have blue skies, let alone blue skies with clouds. Now the sky looks like a dull faded blue and chalk lines are smeared back and forth on it. But this will change, thank God, this year.

[@midlifemulligan6505]

It instantly relieved the painful ball of energy that grows in my chest when I'm anxious. Thank you so much for sharing. It's extremely hard to try and heal trauma when you're living in poverty and can't afford professional guidance, resources like yours are life savers.💜

[@bigguy866]

I'll second that!

[@misskitty2133]

Ya, kinda weird. Really worked

[@LittleMissMiriam]

L

[@glenngoodman7272]

Agreed. Simple and Accessible.. give up that poverty thing? You’re obviously worth more

[@oldaccount5217]

What happens in vagus doesn’t always stay in vagus

[@user-yn8ll9jq5g]

I suffer from complex Post-traumatic Stress Disorder and anxiety. I have been through various therapies over the years, I am talking more than a decade. This is going to sound weird now but this simple fast exercise actually works! My fiance sent me this link and I was very sceptical but I thought I give it a go. It really works, thank you Sukie!

[@yviwo8122]

I learned in my coaching training, if you experience dizziness, it's because you look too far to the right or left. Fixate a point more in the middle and it shouldn't happen :)

[@dalriadajohannsen]

WOW. 26 YEARS of psychiatric drugs and hospitals. I just did this excersize, breathed several big sighs, now I feel like a lifetime has been lifted off of my shoulders 😯🤗💞 THANK YOU and thank the algorithm that brought us together 😁

[@cindysmith6040]

really?

[@absolutelyabsolutely]

@@cindysmith6040 yeah i don't know about that. my eye muscle felt worked out, that's it.

[@Selbstzensur]

meant ironic.

[@MaryDavidson911]

@Alicia Hoverson did it last? Is it still helping? Thx

[@janakipejov3667]

Sure 🙄

[@girlcurious]

If you don't get an automatic deep breath or yawn the first few times you try this exercise, keep it up. It took me 7 days before my nervous system responded with a yawn. I also have a hard time lacing my fingers behind my neck because of shoulder immobility and so I placed my hands as close as I could get them instead.

[@dprice81]

Good to know. I keep doing it for long periods and get no yawn result or any major response. It must be that we had the most to gain from doing this exercise. I'll keep doing it. Appreciate thevcomment

[@Me-fo1kk]

@@dprice81 me too

[@jamiesmith2724]

I started crying

[@emilkolev7896]

How long to actually keep the straight eye looking position when you start doing the exercise to experience the sigh, deep breath or the swallow like 10 minutes etc.

[@andrewhounsome5969]

Useful, thank you. I've just tried it twice and I noticed nothing at all, to be honest. I'll keep trying though!

[@azshimi]

Thanks for the video. Just like to let everyone know that the head turning technique we Muslims practice five times or more in our prays. We are told to be steadfast in prayers as it is beneficial to us. Now I understand why. I have gone through allot in my life but it has not destroyed me as my prayers have helped to deal with all the trauma physically and psychologically. Thanks again.

[@rifaqatullah2379]

100 percent agree

[@LizzSmoak]

This is fascinating, thank you for sharing!

[@Nouf1999]

I never made that connection even though I'm a practicing Muslim myself! Thanks for reminding me

[@marlyndacosta1044]

Shut up. People turn their heads like 50 times a day. Stop associating everything with religion. That's stu*pid

[@user-br3nh7hb5p]

I thought the same that we do it five times or more in our prayers. SO, Allah wants to heal our souls and bodies. Indeed HE is the greatest and loves us💗🥰

[@user-nx5ig6ol2d]

It was hard for me to look right at one spot, but no reaction like yawning. Looking left at one spot was easier, but I felt really emotional, tears came out and swallowing. Thank you for this exercise Sukie.

[@missjamerica6461]

Ive had tears falling every time as well!

[@shadowfax9177]

I can't believe how painful and uncomfortable it was to do this for 30 seconds. I started feeling this tingly sensation at the base of my spine and realized I was clenching my teeth. As soon as I started to relax I began crying! And breathing very deeply. What a release.

[@markocoric9233]

I started crying when trying this what is this?

[@shadowfax9177]

@@markocoric9233 I don't know but it felt great! Definitely took me by surprise.

[@purplemonsoon8376]

I felt a sadness come over me.

[@NegativSpace-pd6cz]

@@markocoric9233 Crying (or grieving) is itself a release of trauma from the body. So definitely a good thing.

[@marG520]

Me too . First times I couldn’t do this for more than 10 seconds. It got easier

[@carlosgarcia3836]

WOW!!! I didn't know what to expect when performing this exercise, most people have commented they cry or have better motion in the neck, not me my experience was completely different. I have had a tremendous amount of stress for decades in combination with covid related damage. When I started the exercise looking to the right it was hard for me to focus my eyesight on a given point, I kept going holding my eyes as far as they would go. About 5-10 seconds in a huge wave of panic came over me, rapid heartbeat, uneasiness, alarms going off, i kept going. I had no swallow or yawn halfway through. When my eyes came back to center it felt like my entire chest cavity opened up for my first deep breathe in decades, it was incredible. I looked to the left for 30 seconds, my legs started to get warm and tingly. My heart was beating so quickly and my breathing was so rapid i thought to myself OMG I'm going to have to go to the emergency room. I sat up, was very dizzy a little discombobulated. It felt like i was walking for the fist time, very strange feeling like my legs didn't know what to do. I sat on the bed and checked my pules which remained over 130 BPM for about 15 minute's, i could breathe so easily and felt so calm. About 3 minutes in i had a strong urge to go to the bathroom, most amazing bowel movement of my life. It took about 2 hours to calm down and for the body to get settled. I went to the beach the next morning and i never felt more relaxed, stress free and a calmness that is indescribable. This has helped me so much I'm at a loss for words, i must have had so much trauma built up it exploded.... The second time i did the exercise about a week later, i threw up a few minutes later. What i find interesting is most of my experience is GI related, maybe its from my appendicitis trauma. Another interesting point, i went to see an energy healer a couple months prior. She stated, huh that's interesting your brain and GI tract are not communicating at all..... I truly believe this exercise has helped them reconnect, thank you!!!

[@birdienumnums1]

wow that must have been tough at first, my stress is affecting my gut it just is not working too well going to try this today!

[@dprice81]

The vagus nerve runs on zinc and magnesium at least that's what I found on Google. I use to have fainting spells and magnesium resolved them. Do your own research

[@marycoleman4301]

A lot of what people believe is from cvd is actually from the injections.. so much info on this but you have to dig as mainstream media are covering it up.

[@marycoleman4301]

And can be detoxed, special supplement protocols available if you check online, to keep the cells detoxed and this clears symptoms.

[@heyyogi]

Me, too. Major panic attack and anxiety came up for me. It was so uncomfortable, but afterwards, i felt serene and calm.

[@mizzmention8555]

I have been shallow breathing for at least 4yrs. I have a whole host of health problems with my digestive system being one of the them. I recently began researching the vagus nerve connection and done some vagus nerve exercises. I did this exercise last night and sensed a change in my breathing immediately. I awake this morning and so far the change is still there. THIS WORKS!!! THANK YOU, I BELIEVE YOU MAY HAVE HELPED TO SAVE MY LIFE... GOD BLESS YOU ❤🙏🏾

[@FadyDizzle]

How are you feeling 2 weeks later, checking in- was it temporary or still feeling relief and doing this?

[@mizzmention8555]

@@FadyDizzle it depends on how you look at it, I've felt myself reverting back a couple of times, but the technique that I'm using literally takes seconds to complete and correct.

[@ARB826]

That’s awesome. Check out the book Oxygen Advantage if you wanna stay out of that shallow breathing pattern for good

[@thefather757]

When I was looking to the left, after a few seconds, I just noticed that I was smiling unconsciously. Thanks for your exercises Sukie

[@Marias-en3my]

I noticed that in myself too!! So interesting!

[@cloverlyand]

My neck was so stiff. While doing this I found myself taking a really deep breath I wasn’t expecting and then next thing I burst into tears. I can’t describe the feeling. It was pure sorrow and relief. My head is turning so much more easily now. I don’t know what just happened but that was profound. Thank you 🙏🏻

[@CarlynJ]

I got emotional but fought the tears because I felt silly. Now I wish I would have gone with it. I am blown away by how well I could move my neck after.

[@anngeleyes]

I feel this so much! The same thing happened for me, it feels like a miracle. So happy I randomly came across this video on KZbin

[@carolineharborow5289]

I had this same reaction the first time I did it

[@essexy8756]

I found myself laughing for a while after. I haven't laughed in months 🥺

[@lifewithyana2924]

me too. i teared up but then i felt more relaxed and my breathing slowed down

[@yeshemama]

So far anyone I've seen presenting this has neglected to emphasize the exact position on the back of the head that gives you the greatest result and feedback. In Stanley Rosenberg's further description of this exercise he notes that the eye muscles doing the movement are connected at the BASE of the skull. So by making sure your first fingers or thumbs feel just beneath the curve of the occipital bone just above the connection to the neck you can notice very subtle changes in the muscular tension. To find the optimal point for your body with your hands low on your skull behind your head slowly nod chin to chest In the west we call this a nod YES. (some other cultures use this motion differently!) Try it with your hands both ways and see what you notice. It's all about YOU and learning to know how your body and heart FEEL. Thank you Sukie, your video is very helpful. Can't wait to see more of your channel!

[@michaelpruett4966]

I was rear-ended 6 months ago, and as an otherwise active, upbeat person have really struggled emotionally with the loss of strength and mobility the injury has caused on my dominant Rt side. So, the exercise today brought a flood of tears when gazing toward the Left (did Rt side 1st; L second). Immediate increased mobility! Thank you❤

[@YeshuaKingMessiah]

WOW

[@Dawn1065]

@@YeshuaKingMessiah who do you follow ? Not Yeshua I am sure ! Be kind

[@YeshuaKingMessiah]

@@Dawn1065 huh?

[@loreekalliainen1171]

This was amazing. I was preparing for a potentially stressful meeting (about which I could not stop ruminating), did this exercise, and was CALM. The neck range of motion also improved even though it was good to start with. I taught it to my husband and both of us slept like logs last night

[@selfless-esteem]

I love this so much

[@annvrabel6517]

Holy cow. The difference in neck mobility was quite noticeable. No sighs or swallows, but super cool connection between the movements. Thanks.

[@czzthaday]

Yes...movement very noticeable

[@Keys7]

You have to do what is intuitive for YOU. This is just a guideline to get you started. Exercising i.e. taking long walks in nature and conscious deep breathing also gives us a reset. Fasting from things we do every single day and observing our thoughts helps as well. Be Blessed.

[@alobre3826]

@@SunInSeptember And another valuable example of the phrase "Knowledge is power", I'm glad your neck is doing better!

[@soniahofmann4969]

I actually got a little lightheaded

[@valeriealtman8128]

This was so much more uncomfortable than I anticipated. So hard to keep my eyes to the side for 30 seconds but WOW! I felt a little dizzy and uneasy during the exercise, but my neck is looser and I feel a bit clearer!

[@sharonshelton7317]

I experienced the same thing, I wonder why that was? But yes more relaxed neck, but didn’t like dizzy uneasy 😬 feeling

[@firerose7936]

Yes! This. My anxiety spiked to high hell, but afterwards the mobility improvement was pretty spectacular.

[@artemis6092]

Same !!

[@ishihtzuknot]

Man it actually hurt to try and keep my eyes to each side and got a headache, I wonder why??

[@soniathompson4754]

Same!! Felt like motion sickness for me. Did not enjoy that aspect but the after was better.

[@lovelylamb6910]

I could literally cry, i just did this sitting in the library and it just made me feel more safe and released some of the crippling tension and anxiety in my body. thank you for this video 🙌

[@missjamerica6461]

I actually cried. When looking both ways, tears just fell

[@IronBadger87]

I've done this exercise in the evening, before going to bed. What I noticed, which is amazing, my body was far more relaxed in the first day of doing this exercise. When I did the exercise the second time, last night, I was extremely relaxed, I don't even remember when I fell asleep.

[@sonjal.3704]

This exercise made me laugh uncontrollably, idk why but thats a release for sure

[@nkululekomtolo2539]

This comment made me smile so much

[@sheilajones7789]

Laughter is good for us. ❤️

[@lillym.9626]

That's so cool 😆

[@lillym.9626]

@@nkululekomtolo2539 made me too,now I'm laughing too😆

[@notamused3715]

Laughter is great medicine! Nothing like a good laugh!

[@JessforR]

Honestly, this is crazy! I thought my stiffness was due to my arthritis but my neck and back relaxed immediately after this exercise. I'm so grateful.

[@cristineconnell7803]

It's a place our body stores tension, hense the need for a release valve!

[@carolemaguire7614]

😄

[@jamparound68]

@@cristineconnell7803 wawoooooo

[@TheBeccasol1]

Wow! 🤍 your dorsal must have been active. Thank you for sharing 🙏🏾

[@reneedominguez2227]

Wow! Didn’t this would really do that much! But the tightness in the right side of my neck released dramatically!! I can’t believe how much further I turn my head! Thank you!!! And to all of y’all who have left comments saying to keep going even if you don’t see immediate result, I really appreciate that encouragement!!❤❤ Thanks, Susie!!

[@ARB826]

That’s great. Just a note: people often go their whole lives with undiagnosed or misdiagnosed neck tightness specifically on the right side. IF this is a recurring/ongoing issue for you, look up the “Right TMCC Pattern” and seek out a Postural Restoration physical therapist. The issue is resultant of our naturally asymmetrical physiology and subsequent breathing patterns. The vagus reset she outlines is a great way to get neutral and an awesome tool for combating tightness. The stuff I mentioned above is what you’d wanna look into if you found yourself having to vagus reset more often than is practical and you continued falling back into that right neck tightness.

[@reneedominguez2227]

@@ARB826 wow! Thank you so much for that info!!🤗🥰

[@reneedominguez2227]

@@ARB826 do you have a postural restoration PT who you recommend? Thanks!

[@rosenajia9939]

I really appreciate that you get right to the point and have a soothing presence. Thank you.

[@rebeccas751]

I have never known what it feels like to feel like myself. So much trauma from an early age.

[@rhondawatts3073]

I feel for you. I hope you can find how to feel yourself

[@LLindsey1427]

Me too. EMDR and meditation can help.

[@individualwoman844]

Same. I totally sympathise with that. Childhood trauma turns into adult mental health. I wish you all the best and all the happiness in the world!

[@Always4Bangtan]

I'm so sorry. Try to trust that you're in there. Find the things that feel like they take you closer, and be gentle with yourself. I believe you'll meet the person that you are one day, and I hope it will be soon. 💜

[@Btouhy1]

look of Kambo... then Bufo.. both just changed my life...relevaled then eliminated PTSD...

[@l.w.paradis2108]

This is one of the very few things I ever tried that worked exactly as promised. Sighed a little, nothing special. Afterwards, I could move my neck much more, and more evenly. This gave me a pleasant chill all over. Then I felt calm. Also, I honestly did not think it would work. That there are such things in the world makes me so happy.

[@TheCuratorIsHere]

It’s called: lying down.

[@emilyehoneyman5364]

I am curry crying tears of joy after years of physical and psych therapy THIS released tension and anxious frustration faster than and more effectively than literally any other exercise I have been taught. I can't thank you enough ❤️❤️

[@MrMattberry1]

Well I gave it a go and it felt like I was looking left and right for a while. That was about it.

[@gracecunningham1863]

Did anyone else’s eyes hurt when they did this? After ten seconds my eyes started to get tired. I wasn’t sure if I was looking too far right but made it through! Definitely feeling more relaxed now.

[@juliettewilkinson8649]

My eyes hurt too.....

[@robertogibsonn]

My eyes felt tired and uncomfortable to hold too, I didn’t feel the need to swallow but I did feel relief from this and when I sat back up my head was easier to turn. Guess I’ll have to keep practicing

[@KerryNeeds]

Yes mainly on one side

[@erint6540]

I had trouble with looking left, my eyes got really tired. I need more practice! I did feel less tense and more relaxed afterwards though.

[@eljames8539]

I got dizzy when I my I brought my eyes back to the center

[@shannontucker2402]

My neck quit hurting the first time I tried it, I have been a bodywork therapist for over 40 years. You have my attention, teacher.

[@sammykewlguy]

Sometimes simply being aware of a problem is the first step. I went through a rough patch related to a bad business dealing 8 years ago, but even now I find myself prone to anxiety over the smallest things. My body is always on the defense. This simple video has helped me so much! Thank you, much gratitude.

[@jbhwolfskill114]

My neck, shoulder blades and spine were so stiff for the last few days. I remembered seeing this a while ago and came back to it today. One big yawn on each side eye and it’s 80% better! I guess that’s where I store the hard days. Have a great day and thank you!

[@TheRodga]

Doing this exercise brought up some childhood stuff i'd never dealt with, I found myself crying, understanding the situation, and dealing with it - thanks for this

[@robynpost8733]

Sorrow on the right; anger on the left (but less angry than a previous exercise on the left0. This is fascinating. Thank you.

[@homemoviesandotherstuff3419]

I had immediate positive response when doing this exercise, and was able to move my head side to side without a hitch! Thanks

[@sophiehiggs3017]

that was honestly like magic! thank you

[@christinabaltodano7586]

Wow. I was so super stressed dealing with an abusive ex. This two minute exercise made me feel 100% relaxed and safe. Mind boggling.💜

[@demonposessed7413]

your ex is the victim

[@aktchungrabanio6467]

@@demonposessed7413 lmao no

[@l.w.paradis2108]

So happy for you.

[@offline8382]

@@demonposessed7413 Como se tansa vijne. 🤮

[@Nice-sm5hr]

@@demonposessed7413 hush incel

[@shelseastorm9207]

This is amazing! I didn’t even realize how stiff my neck was. During looking to the right for 30 seconds, I randomly felt so much joy that I had tears coming from my eyes. I felt so peaceful. Afterwards, I almost felt like an owl. 😂 I can turn my neck better than ever and I feel so calm and relaxed. Thank you! I’ve been through the ringer my whole life and I’m only 25 and this really just released something for me.

[@LMBee00]

Thank you. You're literally a life saver. I've been searching for years for this type of therapy in person, I've gone to countless therapist and counselors. Lately I've been denied care due to insurance, no availability of counselors or therapists. I'm so glad I found you today🤗

[@iamthepinkylifter]

i found your videos a few years ago and i still find myself returning to them. what i have learned from you has helped me immensely in reducing symptoms of chronic pain and cptsd. the way you have connected, compiled, and presented all of this cutting edge knowledge is absolutely brilliant. thank you for sharing so generously.

[@Moonkin444]

Oh my god! I experienced severe childhood trauma and lived with undiagnosed adhd and autism for 27 years. I did this now after having a extremely anxiety driven day with lots of pain. After this my whole neck and shouldered loosened up totally and I suddenly had to laugh. I feel so relieved I really can’t believe it. Thank you so much!

[@angelabugno79]

Wtf I also had childhood trauma experiences and also laughed during the experience. I was surching for similar experiences and found you as the only one who also laughed

[@ashdeen]

I also laughed too. I think because in the moment, the fact that such a simple thing of moving my eyes to the right had allowed me to feel so peaceful was shocking.

[@NatAndKaii]

hey me too!

[@TheTrock121]

I'm 58 and in good shape, but starting to develop arthritis in my neck after decades of tension. My neck has started to relax for the first time in weeks.

[@mov1ngforward]

Voltaren is available over the counter...recommended by the orthopedic surgeon I visited about knee pain.

[@karinanikoghos7285]

you probably have trigger points in your scm and trap muscles, so do I. Please check it out and see if you get the reffered pain.

[@TheTrock121]

@@karinanikoghos7285 I have been doing physical therapy for my neck, and it is helping to stabilize my condition, but I need to address the continuing stress in my life for a more permanent solution. Chiropractic adjustement was making my neck worse.

[@karinanikoghos7285]

@@TheTrock121 physical therapy doesn't help. Do a research on trigger points, they require a totally different way of healing

[@Uberdude6666]

So I've always felt like my body was kind of not properly aligned and that it kept getting locked up somehow. It has caused me a lot of pain and it is only in the last few years that I've become really aware of this and started finding out more about it. And I think you low-key just posted the key to it all on KZbin... Thank you

[@JDubeta]

Wow, I did mine sitting up, and 30 seconds on each side and a lot of tension melted away, and my baseline mobility improved by about 20%! Granted I did this in a park looking at nature, which also benefits the nervous system, but still significant improvement! Thank you for this! Going to teach it to my clients.

[@karendaly4084]

I’ve been feeling this pit in my stomach for months due to grief, and this video came up and did the exercise. My neck mobility improved dramatically and felt joy returning. Thank you so much.

[@magickmoi1261]

I’m almost 76 and I noticed a huge improvement in mobility. Thank you 🙏

[@Marie-mj6jb]

Wow, the tension in my neck and back has completely gone away. This is exactly what I needed and it’s so simple. Crazy. Thank youu! ❤

[@andreabrasier4393]

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! I've been fighting anxiety and can't breathe much deeply. This is something I need to continue. I've had/have p.t.s.d. Just started counseling today. But I needed something.

[@marcusphotina]

First I tried 30 seconds on each side and didn't experience anything. I tried it again for about 40 seconds and still nothing. So I tried a third time, 60 seconds on each side. Then my breathing suddenly became very deep and a bit faster. I could feel energy moving through my body, entering my feet. As I sat up I moved my jaw (I have had some clicking from my jaw on the right side) and both sides of my jaw sounded *sqwishhh* in my ears and the clicking in my jaw was gone which I've had for maybe 6 months. It's like something losened up on the right side and made it balance on both sides. This is great. I will keep doing it. I think it may be a great tool to use after meditation as it can bring up energy blockages to the surface in the process of releasing them. Thank you for this video!

[@catzbarking]

I had trauma in the form of an mva about 47 years ago which harmed my cervical spine. After many chiropractic and "regular" pain doctors who dispense rx - on what seemed to be a never ending trial basis - These Vagus Nerve resets help more than those methodologies. And I am 65. Thank you, Sukie!

[@wrightdavid5737]

Thank-you so much for walking me through this experience. This was my first time doing so. I am at awe with a huge smile at the difference before and after. 😊

[@BusolaMartins]

I felt instant relief. Done this exercise twice now. The second time I had involuntary tears in my eyes, my neck movement also felt lighter plus I yawned. Thank you so much for this. God bless you!

[@edwinrcorbin2579]

It worked! I am 71 years old. I have arthritis in my neck. Hurts to look side to side, especially to the left side. I did the exercise with you and the pain was lessoned when I turned my head from side to side. Quite amazing! Thank You!

[@reginacannella1659]

This is my first time doing this exercise. I definitely noticed a slight shift in a more balanced side to side turn of my neck. It’s a great start in healing my vagus nerve❤

[@SarahTaillier]

I actually had a rush of fear when I looked to one side, but relief on the other. Baring in mind that I have been navigating deep trauma work recently. More mobility and tension relief afterward. The journey is different for each of us. Thank you Sukie.

[@imdiyu]

Same for me, one side made me feel relieved, other side made me feel anxious.

[@yobafox1jason556]

Same! My left side felt scarier than my right. I have an injury from drug use as a way younger person and it messed up my whole left arm and chest muscles and nerves to constantly tense up. I cried upon releasing my eyes.

[@tracyoconnor2651]

Interesting I had the same feeling.

[@AUT0GRAPH]

Same

[@AUT0GRAPH]

Same here - much scarier to look left - I had to stop after 20 secs on that side

[@riittap9121]

The first time it was a struggle to turn eyes to the left. I didn't feel enormous peace afterwards, but the neck was definitely more relaxed and I could turn my head with ease. Later I tried this before going to bed. I have ADHD and during bedtime my head is quite often very busy with all sorts of thoughts. I did the exercise in a pretty dark bedroom and still I felt quite peaceful and relaxed afterwards and there was little or no traffic in my head. I also did this once sitting in a car. It was a situation where I was getting nervous about time while waiting for my husband as he went shopping. I leaned back with my head to keep it steady and turned my eyes both ways. Afterwards, I felt very relaxed, the nervousness had disappeared and I felt like I could take a nap (which I never do!). My husband also benefitted from this, as I was not irritated when he got back to the car 😀

[@yamariarevalo-rojas6922]

My therapist suggested this video, tried it today and that tension I felt for months is looser… I am glad it worked for me! Gonna save it to my favorites!

[@marilynbloch7859]

I have suffered from lightheadedness, several episodes of collapses and my blood pressure has dropped to very low readings. We finally attributed these problems to my Vegas nerve . Your exercise is first time in three years I have a hint of finally getting help, Thank You so much!

[@leonsinner7494]

I broke my neck 23 years ago in a car accident I don't remember. I've never had the stiffness in my neck shift like that!!

[@mathiastoecutter5910]

This is essentially the part of EMDR therapy for PTSD/Depression/Anxiety w/o the accompanying coaching from a therapist. It is an very effective tool for those suffering with those psychological conditions which also has a physical component that this video was addressing.

[@cloverandluna]

in EDMR do you think about the trauma at the same time?

[@mathiastoecutter5910]

@@cloverandluna as I understand it, yes. Your therapist guides you through it as you are doing the eye movements.

[@eleanorhinton5816]

I have ptsd it's a awful mental disability thanks for help.

[@mathiastoecutter5910]

@@eleanorhinton5816 Yes it is. It is terrible live with and unfortunately it is invisible to others.

[@dakeli]

@@eleanorhinton5816 I've had PTSD symptoms and depression and I've done a) a wildly out-of-the-box thing and b) one unusual but more conventional thing. a) I had what is called a clearing done by an excellent practitioner - Terri Young, Quantum Matrix Healing is her name and modality. Gets rid of low vibration entities or energies. It worked - I had to come back for a brief part 2, but whatever it was left my system. She is spiritual, not religious, and works with Archangel Michael. Believe me when I tell you I never thought I'd be writing a sentence like that. Really feel into whether you're open to this approach. If not, then find what works. B) In a few days I'll receive the Fisher Wallace stimulator device., cleared by the FDA to help depression, anxiety, and sleep issues. It stimulates the brain to create more serotonin using radio waves. I encourage anyone to look both of those up. And I just had an emotional release doing this video, so thanks to the creator of this video. I'm a huge proponent of somatic therapy to release trauma.

[@chrissmazerolle6782]

OMG!!! This exercise is amazing! I've been dealing with pain for 7 years now and that simple tip is awesome!!! 🤩Thank you so much!!!😍

[@veronicahall1068]

I’m new to the vagus nerve this video was very helpful and easy to understand!! Can’t wait to watch more

[@prunedick]

This exercise eased restriction on my left side. Left and right are now just about equal. Thank you for that. I'm feeling quite perky.

[@faisals8638]

Wow, that sounds amazing! I have been struggling to treat my left side and headaches since ages!

[@kathyannk]

@@faisals8638 Hello, have you ever tried the breathing technique by Wim Hof (aka The Iceman)? I’ve seen numerous comments from people on his videos who say they no longer get chronic headaches, even migraines, after establishing a daily practice of his technique. It’s good for many other things too, including stress, anxiety and even depression with some people. He has KZbin videos that guide you through at different levels so you get to start where you’re comfortable. It involves holding you breath, which gets easier with a daily practice. All the best. 💛

[@faisals8638]

@@kathyannk I have! Though I'm not regular but I felt great whenever I tried it..

[@kathyannk]

@@faisals8638 If you establish a regular practice (1-3 times a day) you may be amazed. I know it’s hard but well worth it. 💛

[@faisals8638]

@@kathyannk Thank you, I will try.

[@tts4585]

Sukie Baxter, this is ridiculous! This simple exercise actually has an effect! When I looked to the right, I felt a pain on the left side near the base of my skull and my eyes kept wanting to return to center. I have double vision when I look right because I was assaulted on the right side of my face, causing a "blowout fracture" of my orbital socket. Once I returned my eyes back to neutral, I felt dizzy. Looking left was much more pleasant. At the end of the exercise, I had less stress in my neck when I tried to turn to the right and chronic tension in my neck is noticeably less! THANK YOU!

[@FairleySneddz]

Omg this is the first time I've had such immediate relief. Other than mid winter dipping my head under the water at Loch Lomond but the water isn't cold enough just now. This is amazing thanks so much. New subscriber ❤

[@PatriciaPrior]

I have never heard of this before. I did the exercise, 30 seconds each side, and the difference it made in the stiffness in my neck was amazing.

[@FeralCatSanctuary]

Thank you so much. I am suffering from the worst depression in my whole life. I have been reading everything I can about depression and found your channel. Therapy has not helped with this depression, but these movements seem to have helped a little. I am so hopeful and thankful to find you.

[@SukieBaxter]

I'm glad this gave you some relief! I hope you find the healing that you're looking for.

[@cultivatingsr3091]

Try Abstinence/nofap and dopamine detoxing.

[@anasuyadevisubramanya8469]

Meditation helps

[@cindysage9110]

Hey love, I know your struggle 😘. I have been depressed once (2 years ago) but it was really bad. Taking vitamin D and omega 3 every day can help. Its good for your serotonine levels. Writing down the best moments of your day in a journal at the end of the day also really really helped me to feel more positive and appreciate the moments that made me smile that day. Its also great for when youre having a really bad moment. Just reading that journal reminds you there is beauty out there waiting for you 😘. Surrounding yourself with people that genuinly care for you and only watch and read things that make you feel you good. Be very kind to yourself.. think/speak to yourself in a way you would talk to someone you love. You deserve that 🤗. Go out into nature. Breathe in the fresh air and enjoy the stars and the moon..I know it sounds corny but it makes a world of a difference. Move your body..yoga, running..any type of movement that you love can help you produce endorfines and connect you to your body. It brings you into the present moment and helps you let go of overthinking. I don't know if you are taking medication but it is a possibility and it can certainly help. I prefer to not take anything chemical if I don't have to but it really helped me back then. Remember that nothing lasts forever.. that is also true for this depression you are going through. You will be happy again even if that is something that feels out of reach now 😘. If I can do it, you can do it🤗🤗🤗. Trust in your own intuition as well .. it tells you what you can do/change to feel better. Much love, Cindy

[@vividdaydream6629]

@@cindysage9110 5HTP can help, the natural AD

[@cypress_guide_of_spirits]

I'm blown away at the feeling after, I feel like my vision is now focused (I have bad tics due to tourettes and adhd and I could move my head so much more. I feel like I degressed to my health when I was a few years younger and not riddled with stress

[@LizzSmoak]

This was incredible. I was vibrating from a highly anxious and triggering exchange. I couldn't focus on going back to work because I was literally shaking. I chose your video at random while searching for Disregulation. Did your exercise while sitting at my desk...total reset and calm! Fascinating, thank you!

[@alexola89]

This is the video I keep coming back to when I need instant relief! Thank you for the info!

[@saraorchansky]

I friend of mine recommended I watch your video on the Vagus Nerve exercises. I watched this video a few days ago and was skeptical that it would do anything for me. Well, did it today, and WOW, I can't believe that it worked so well, in just 30 seconds of eye movements.....incredible!

[@bagelz3359]

Her alone got rid of my trauma, God Bless women

[@JustHereToHear]

Thats awesome

[@courtneygmeiner3610]

How?

[@imsofocused4678]

God bless the man who wrote the book that inspired this woman.

[@johnhagebeuk8]

Got this link from a brother from our academy and i can definitely feel relief but theres much more stuck inside of me. Thanks

[@oregontrail5]

Of all the videos I've watch on this subject, yours are my favorite. The exercises are calming but so is your voice and the way you explain everything. 7 months ago I lost my soulmate and best friend, my wife, and your videos helped me so much in dealing with the grief and hearache. Lately I've needed them again, and I want to thank you so much for helping me get through some very hard times. Cheers!

[@marinicolson5950]

This is amazing to do. Nothing was releasing the tension in my neck for YEARS and these couple of minutes have just relieved it. Thank you. I’m so grateful 🙏♥️

[@hey.itscamy]

These past couple of weeks I have felt so anxious and tense that I felt like I couldn't take in a full breath. I always felt like I was gasping for air. I did this exercise twice on both sides and the second round I definitely felt a shift....I kept yawning. When I finished I took a deep breath in and it felt so clear and like a breath of fresh air, I almost started crying of happiness. I am definitely going to keep doing this!

[@Goldenrod39]

I have that breathing issue too.

[@emmabrice6972]

My body held tension everywhere. During the exercise, I felt the tension in my legs release. Thank you. ❤

[@veromoreno-diaz]

That really works!!! Love how simple it was yet quite effective!

[@deniseg4028]

I've realised that I don't cry when blocks are released, I laugh or at least smile. So it's interesting to read that others cried, I was smiling very big after doing this and I still am 10 minutes later. Nothing happened on my right side but 2 seconds into the left I swallowed. The left is where everything goes haywire in my system and my neck has been jammed up on that side despite all kinds of efforts on my own as well as monthly adjustments. I definitely feel reset. Thank you!!

[@robyncolemanlifecoach]

This is a phenomenal approach. When looking left or right I felt muscles twitching, actual anxious tension that must be due to trauma responses. After the exercise my neck and head feel so light. Thank you.

[@CB27]

I just tried this while sat on the sofa. I noticed the stiffness I had in my neck disappeared and I could turn my head more easily to each side. What a wonderful, easy, short technique. Thanks for sharing ❤

[@_HeARTSconnection]

Wow! This gave me a great release of tension. Thank you!

[@hansjoseph__]

Worked instantly to help relieve anxiety. I am so grateful for you and people like you who are here to help bring healing to our minds and bodies. Thank you!

[@myshihtzupiper8117]

Sukie, I can’t thank you enough for demonstrating this technique. It has been profoundly positive for me, and allowed me to overcome a 55 year issue that was very debilitating. I am so grateful to you! ❤🙏😊

[@doctorWHO_ey]

what did it fix?

[@jodieking5651]

this worked beautifully for me, thankyou 🙏

[@shellbell1974]

This was amazing…I just recently was exposed to the Vagus Nerve and since I live in trauma I thought I’d give it a try. After doing the exercise with you my neck side to side is so much more flexible, I can’t stop yawning, and I immediately felt the need to swallow. Thank you for this video and I look forward to seeing more past and hopefully present if your still posting!!!xoxoxo

[@victoriacodispoti803]

Wow, just started crying, not balling it heaving just a gentle cry where tears flowed.

[@Darts609]

Im a massage therapist and I will definitely be doing this with my clients. I just did it on myself and I had greater ROM with less pain on my left side after only 30 seconds on each side! Also going to have to buy that book, thank you!

[@TerraBundance]

I yawned on both sides after about 20 seconds. I definitely had improvement of mobility on both sides! This was so simple, yet, so impactful!! Thank you!

[@samamy3391]

Very nice 🙏🏾🧡 I was able to turn my head right and left after the eye exercises with no strain/tension. Thank you sister🙏🏾

[@marthamugnaio5400]

When I looked to the right it showed more effects: I yawned, my eyes became very tired, even hurt and they started to tear. I‘m going to try it more often and hope it will have more positive effects but I already have physical problems (breathing, digestion) due to trauma for more than two years, so I think this will take some time. Thank you for your explanation and the excercise!

[@stephaniesmith8686]

I'm watching this in my van, so I decided to just smoosh the back of my head into the headrest and try to do the exercise sitting right here. When looking to each side (eyes only, head still), I started to feel anxiety rush in (huge problem of mine). It was easily manageable, so I sat with the feeling and breathed deeply through the exercise. Now I feel slightly more energy and clarity. Slight, but noticeable. I think I'll totally be adding polyvagal reset techniques to my self-improvement/recovery journey. 👍

[@SukieBaxter]

Great job attending to your sensations throughout the exercise, Stephanie! I'm glad to hear that you found this practice to be effective.

[@sweetlimesoda98]

Does it have permanent effects?

[@PlayfulJoyful]

This was remarkable. I’ve been experiencing difficulties sleeping and this put me in a relaxed state and ready for sleep.

[@LoLelfy]

The quality of your content is amazing - my new favourite youtube channel

[@Meymeygwis]

Thank you Sukie, this was great! I've listened to Porges and studied some of the collective trauma healing. On the baseline check I clearly noticed my right neck turn was less open than the left and afterwards it was clearly more open and fluid, on both sides...very cool!