Vagus Nerve Stimulation - 3 Tricks to Stop Anxiety Fast

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Do you suffer from stress and anxiety? Do you get overwhelmed with worry, overthinking things that are out of your control?
In this video, I’ll show you how to use ancient yoga techniques to stimulate your parasympathetic nervous system response to help you calm down, relax, and find greater peace and balance in your life.
The key is to stimulate your vagus nerve - the nerve that runs down either side of your neck. It plays a key role in stimulating your body’s parasympathetic nervous system (rest and digest mode) which is involved in a host of important bodily functions, including stabilizing your mood, digestion and heart rate.
When your vagus nerve is operating optimally it’s referred to as high vagal tone. This doesn’t mean you’ll never feel anxious or upset, but it does mean that you’ll be able to respond rather than react in those moments. And you’ll be much more adept at self-soothing and calming yourself down when a situation arises.
VIDEO CONTENTS
00:00 Stress & anxiety
00:53 Safety disclaimer
01:07 What is the vagus nerve?
01:40 Parasympathetic nervous system
03:42 High vs. low vagal tone
04:55 Test vagal tone
07:52 Stimulate your vagus nerve
08:11 Bhramari practice
09:48 Triangle breathing
12:06 Ear massage
14:07 Further learning
DISCLAIMER - Please do not use this video to diagnose or treat an illness or injury. Check with a trusted healthcare provider before starting any self-care routine.
ANATOMY
What is the vagus nerve? The name vagus comes from Latin, meaning ‘to wander’, like a vagabond. This 10th cranial nerve wanders throughout your thoracic cavity. It innervates some of the most important muscles and is responsible for some vital functions such as: breathing, speaking, swallowing, blood pressure, heart rate, orgasm, taste, circulation, digestion, gut health, and more.
The nerve itself sits within a fascial tube, called the carotid sheath. The carotid sheath is an important landmark in head and neck anatomy and contains several vital neurovascular structures, including the carotid artery, jugular vein, vagus nerve, and sympathetic plexus.
Once you understand what the vagus nerve is and why it’s important, this video will offer you some simple ways to stimulate this nerve to self-soothe and calm yourself down when you need to.
COMMON SIGNS OF LOW VAGAL TONE
1) Feeling anxious and stressed
2) Feeling wired but tired
3) Feeling overwhelmed with worry
3 TRICKS WE'LL LEARN FOR HIGH VAGAL TONE
1) Bhramari (humming)
2) Triangle Breathing with Chin Lock
3) Ear Massage
PODCAST INTERVIEW REFERENCED
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BOOK REFERENCED
Stanley Rosenberg's Book www.amazon.com/Accessing-Heal...
Stephen Porges & Deb Dana's Book
www.amazon.com/Polyvagal-Theo...
RESEARCH FOR REFERENCE
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/609283/
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11568...
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8063359/
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti...
www.rhinologyonline.org/Rhino...
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti...
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti...
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NB...
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[@YOGABODY.Official]

PDF to exercises is in the description. Hope you find this one helpful. As always, feel free to drop questions below. Thanks for your support! - Lucas

[@yogini32]

The ear massage is incredible, I felt relaxed right away! Thanks for this great video.

[@Bigdogshaving]

God bless you! Fantastic

[@maibamkiranmala1229]

Lucas pls show ear exercise enlarged

[@melusine826]

hi could you link studies regarding the claims in this? like test 1 relationship between nasal dominance and ANS/PNS.

[@bbruce995]

what do you do for highly sensitive people?

[@soothingsounds585]

To anybody who's reading this, I pray that whatever is hurting you or whatever you are constantly stressing about gets better. May the dark thoughts, the overthinking, and the doubt exit your mind. May clarity replace confusion. May peace and calmness fill your life. 🙏

[@Magnilay]

And the same for you my friend ❤️

[@Gretanne1]

Thank you and the dame for you 🙏❤🙏

[@Gretanne1]

Same not dame 😊

[@BuddhaLove77]

Thank you so much!🙏

[@dukejones2705]

Thank you same to you

[@charlesharrison3207]

Anxiety happens when you think you have to figure out everything all at once. Breathe.You're strong. You got this . Take it day by day.

[@lukeangell2448]

Psychedelics definitely have potential to deal with mental health symptoms like anxiety and depression, I would like to try them again but it's just so hard to source here

[@fondalinney3238]

I have been having constant and unbearable anxiety because of university. Dr.healingstrain is life saver. Thank you

[@dr.karidouglas1312]

my whole outlook on life.I became a better LSD and mushrooms completely changed version of myself This experience gave me a A bunch of bad thought / behavior patterns lot of confidence about my self and my body

[@dr.karidouglas1312]

Where to search?? Is it IG??

[@marycorkbushman5419]

I also highly recommend them! I've been using their mushrooms for a while now and I've noticed a significant improvement in my mood and anxiety levels. It's been a lifesaver for me.

[@rue6914]

I'm a Hindu. The vagus nerve stimulation from humming is exactly what we do with "Om" To calm the mind before focusing on prayer or work. Love the video ❤

[@Quickkit]

yes absolutely.......

[@innyourorbit]

I just commented, asking this question! That makes so much sense as to why it was familiar.

[@ziziroberts8041]

Om bhur bhuva suvaha Tat savitur varenyam... I learned a low, slow, calming melody line for the Gayatri mantra in South India in 1988. The other melody, sung and heard more often in North India and Nepal doesn't work the same for me. Peace, happiness, to all beings everywhere.

[@TeaParty1776]

Life requires a focused mind. Hinduism (and all mysticisms) is a rationalization of the unfocused mind. Anxiety is a warning sign. Dont ignore it. Reject Hinduism and focus your mind.

[@mattcardin1796]

@@TeaParty1776 question is not of forced or unfocused mind but finding consciousness the whole purpose it to reorient mind accordingly forgetting or not forgetting hinduism has got nothing to do with it , question is of relaxation .

[@APOLLINAIREBARTHOLOMIEU]

Psilocybin saved my life. I was addicted to heroin for 15 years and after Psilocybin treatment I will be 3 years clean in September. I have zero cravings. This is something that truly needs to be more broadly used in addiction treatment.

[@Jennifer-bw7ku]

Psychedelics definitely have potential to deal with mental health issues such as anxiety and depression, I would like to give them a try but haven't found any legit grower to get it.

[@eddiejohn8506]

@@Jennifer-bw7kuYes, dr.sporesss

[@Jennifer-bw7ku]

@@eddiejohn8506Is he on instagram?

[@rajaaminu]

The Trips I've been having have really helped me a lot,I finally feel in control of my emotions and my future and things that used to be mundane to me now seem incredible and full of nuance on top of that I'm way less driven by my ego and I have alot more empathy as well

[@lilianazuluaga6504]

@@eddiejohn8506Does dr.sporesss ship?

[@forisma]

8:53 Bhramari 10x 11:29 triangle breathing: 4 sec in, 4 sec hold & chin lock, 4 sec out. 10x. 12:16 ear massage 5x forward, 5x backwards

[@valerinasilva93]

Thank you!😊

[@Creativehealing444]

Thank You 🙏

[@miguelgc5956]

God bless you! These videos need to be more to the point

[@katerynatolstenkova8411]

Thank you

[@sumit77194]

Ise thik ho jay gaa

[@TeaParty1776]

I stopped watching cable TV news and my anxiety stoppeed.

[@YOGABODY.Official]

I think that is for a better strategy. Crisis news = crisis inside.

[@MiguelHernandez-rw4xu]

Me, too

[@colleenmichele9787]

Funny how that works…❤

[@pasqualz]

Yes! Stop listening to the loud authoritative voice on TV. The news and most reporters used to be an independent, objective source of important information. Now most just exist to sell pharmaceuticals…

[@TeaParty1776]

@@pasqualz Leftists deny objectivity.

[@Gooddining1920]

I come from a family that has neglected serious mental health issues like this for 3 generations (that I have met). It is interesting to see how each mother in my family has dealt with anxiety. Each generation has improved it, but not fully addressed the anxiety response itself. My grandma has a body full of disease mostly due to chronic stress, my mother following in her footsteps at age 60. Im 24 and I refuse to develop these health issues, and I am determined to address this anxiety and save my body from a lifetime of chronic stress. It’s possible people!!

[@neurathal0n534]

I'm on a very similar path. Best of luck to you!

[@user-ju3xc4fi6e]

Breaking those chains! Way to go. I am committed to the same cause. Blessings to you!

[@nataliasavala3281]

❤❤❤

[@iffybader7904]

Possible but Difficult

[@rhitou9076]

Good for you !!❤

[@pale4146]

It’s crazy now that I remember my father used to give me ear massages because I couldn’t fall asleep. It all makes sense now😊

[@kasperorganics-organiccott6881]

I've always loved ear massage.

[@safiadoumani2426]

That's very sweet. 💕

[@_Wai_Wai_]

what about a cranial, head massage?

[@deborahlawrencehale2311]

@@_Wai_Wai_ My husband did that to our children to help them get to sleep.

[@iwantyourcookiesnow]

I wish I had a childhood like that

[@roxyrambo2944]

THANK YOU!!! I struggle with complex PTSD and it's so hard to calm myself down without help. These techniques really helped and I can use them throughout the day when I feel the stress building or the paranoid anxiety. To anyone out there struggling with PTSD of any kind I feel your pain and I understand your struggle. You are not alone even though your brain may tell you otherwise.

[@hugo3conde]

Its a continuous struggle daily - I try different techniques and coming back to my breath - usually helps me the most. Ideally, the more and more we practice these techniques, our brain, as it is neuroplastic, should adapt and get the message that we are safe and it should lower the amount of times it triggers these alarms! Stay strong everyone!

[@oshunbleu6511]

It's tough .. really tough. With meditation saying "I am not the body, I am not even this mind. " Helps to calm me and put experience into perspective.

[@kishorikhirwadkar8312]

@@oshunbleu6511 That is the Nondual Philospphy from India of Aadi Shankaracharya.

[@kimjohnson1755]

Roxy, the paranoia is real😳. The good thing is, I recognize the craziness of the thoughts😀

[@tabathadereamer8886]

I know how you feel because I have the same problem because I have a vagus nerve stimulator too so I can't stand the way it is at times

[@DonnHowes]

I actually suffered severe depression and anxiety for over 8 years due to work stress and other life issues which led to my addiction to alcohol. Not until I came across psilocybin mushrooms treatment. Psilocybin treatment saved my life honestly. 4 years clean. Never thought I would be saying this about mushrooms.

[@SusanaGomez-mp8sk]

they saved you from death bud, lets be honest here. and mushrooms are one of the most amazing things on this planet i wish people would all realize. they could solve a lot of problems, more than just mental treatments, environmental clean up; the possibilities are endless with fungus.

[@rosemary8305]

I've been looking to try shrooms for depression, just very difficult to get a reliable source here in Australia. Really need!

[@Wimruther-hk4zn]

Psychedelics/psilocybin made me quit a lot of bad habits and gave me a more positive outlook on life and the appreciation for other people.The day after one trip I came out as a better me, nothing can compare, I owe it to psychedelics, it cannot be described in words.

[@laurj09]

How do I reach out? Can I find him on insta

[@darlingtonegeonu1110]

My first experience with shrooms cleared my mind and I started seeing the world on a whole new level

[@mycom310]

For some people with severe anxiety, talking about about this subject is stressful. But your calm demeanor really makes us calm.

[@awesomelife3710]

I stopped reading the news and my anxiety practically VANISHED 💨

[@YOGABODY.Official]

Whatever makes you less stressed and anxious, go for it! -YOGABODY Team

[@CuriousHealing]

Aside from the valuable information given in this video, can we just take a moment to acknowledge his speaking/presentation skills? Wow! So articulate, engaging, relatable. I could go on. This is the voice and body language of a great teacher. Not sure if this was a one man job or not, but this video is excellent and I intend to share it. Thank you so much for sharing it with us! Blessings on your future endeavors Lucas!

[@YOGABODY.Official]

Oh thank you so much!

[@bmiller7017]

I was thinking the same. Very informative too. Can I get his voice for my gps?

[@Broken_robot1986]

Ladies calm down. We all have eyes.

[@bmiller7017]

@@Broken_robot1986 ??

[@slaughteredluvrgrl]

@@YOGABODY.Official i agree with them!!!

[@ryanmerino2354]

I’m constantly wired but tired. Ear massage immediately helped me relax to the point I started laughing. Can’t believe I never thought about it before. Thanks man!

[@plaguewingstudios175]

I've never related to a sentence so hard in my life, feel that deep.

[@kobalt77]

It gave me a coughing fit LOL, I am away to try it again !.... I just did it, no coughing this time, but like you a small laugh came out, this is wild. Thanks for sharing that.

[@awetistic5295]

Wired but tired is that perfect description I could never come up. The ear massage made me yawn like crazy.

[@scotnick59]

Wired but tired! - sounds familiar...

[@jaidenmckeown]

I laughed too 😂 thought I was the only one who just had the urge to laugh

[@TheMoncelina]

I felt my heart racing, felt my palpitations going wild, felt my body shaking and stressing…did just the first exercise you showed, my body instantly relaxed! Thank you so much!!!!

[@CraiiZeD]

Im getting anxiety waiting for him to get to the point.

[@richardrodriguez8247]

This isn't TikTok. Settle down

[@SaloniJoy8]

😅😅😅

[@buffster948]

Wow. Thank you so much for this, Lucas. I've been researching ways to help manage my complex-PTSD for over 4 years now. It's a living hell - nightmares, panic attacks, anxiety, depression - the whole lot. I have tried EMDR, EFT, 7 different medications, meditation apps, reiki/massage, CBT, talking therapy... and yet I have never seen or found mention of the yogic techniques you present. I've literally just gone through the exercises as you talked me through them and, for the first time in 5 years, I've managed to get my heart rate back down and I genuinely feel calm. My blood pressure is consistently through the roof from the panic attacks and stress response...I haven't seen it go down to a normal level the whole time I've had c-PTSD. It's insane what just happened there. I can't describe how great that feels. It feels like a miracle. I feel better in my body right now, and it gives me hope that I'll still be able to get better long term. Thank you so much.

[@YOGABODY.Official]

Sounds like you're on the right path... keep going!

[@fatimaoubella8151]

Your message is hope for me, thanks

[@jayamenghani75]

Wow! Thank you so much for sharing

[@marlajacques6947]

That’s great for you, I admire your commitment and openness to try these techniques. Also surprised emdr doesn’t work for everyone? Good to know 👍🏼

[@buffster948]

@@fatimaoubella8151 I hope for your journey too, Fatima. :)

[@emilyc4499]

I work in a trauma ER and ICU and frequently get heart palpitations just sitting on my couch watching Netflix…. This is definitely something I’m going to try so thank you!!!!!! ❤

[@venomx4093]

Look into Cordyceps Mushroom Powder. It fixed my afib and heart palpitations. It has Adenosine in it. It fixed my wifes afib. I have several people taking it.

[@LOGEZZZZZBRO]

Have you tried this stuff and does it work?

[@venomx4093]

@@LOGEZZZZZBRO A tens unit stimulates the vagus nerve. Lots of videos showing how to do it.

[@shmeepurt]

I had heart palpitations from just sitting and using mu computer. Nothing stressful. They went away after taking magnesium supplements and exercising again (i took a break for awhile). Magnesium seemed to really helped in a very noticeable way.

[@tsigounopepengos6570]

@@shmeepurt whta type of magnesium?

[@angelalinneman]

This is a great reminder that the body is not the medium for anxiety’s messages, it is a partner in generating and sustaining anxiety. Those of us with anxiety disorders can’t always “think away” anxiety because our bodies are doing their own, separate thing while it’s happening. And, as he mentions, it’s not about never feeling anxious (or angry, another expression of anxiety), which everyone does, it’s about recovering quickly to a calm state when you do.

[@abdulhakeems94]

I'm a psychiatrist, i think these will help lots of my patients, especially those who can't afford invasive vagal nerve stimulation

[@ivosoares9459]

I meditate all the time with humming, now I know why it feels like a calming brain massage

[@Brinkworld84]

Wow dude this video was recommended to me out of nowhere. Just doing one set of each helped more than any techniques any therapist has ever given me. It’s so far past general anxiety with me. I have constant panic attacks. At least twice a day. No medication. I’ve been in and out of the hospital when it gets unbearable. It’s a living hell. So any little bit helps. Thank you

[@tparker2095]

I'm praying for healing for you. In December my anxiety reached its peak and I ended up in the hospital with heart palpitations from the intense stress. Since you're not on medication, I'd recommend Magnesium glycinate, Magnesium threonate, Inositol powder, and CBD. Journaling, Meditating, and Cold Showers have gone a long way for me as well. Wishing you the best my friend, you're not alone!!

[@bulletsmichael]

So sorry to hear it. I can sort of relate. I'm seeing a doctor Wednesday to figure this shit out, as I'm experiencing what may be pericarditis, or bad anxiety that also may be causing me panic attacks, that is if it isn't heart issue related. Im almost 40, so hard to say. But, it is a living hell at times smh. I was sitting in my car at a stoplight and suddenly felt like i was going to pass out and it was very scary to feel the body going out of my control. I hope we can all find relief!

[@shantitanna8033]

Pl don’t use word like “dude” It minimizes a person !

[@mariedockery738]

I hope you’re doing better than you were. Have you ever tried any of these supplements: ashwaghanda, l- theanine, magnesium. The 3 best anxiety supplements I’ve used.

[@p1nesap]

I've experienced all the above & more. Along with clean diet, no refined carbs, walking outdoors, etc. I still need MEDS to keep those worst symptoms & related ER visits at bay. It's worth it. I'm 58. Get an empathetic doctor. & I've been taking magnesium daily for 20 years. Recently into Reishi tea (grind dried slices in coffee grinder) & sauteed Lion's Mane mushrooms. Also eat grass -fed beef liver 1x week. All that helps too 😌 & cool or cold showers as tparker mentions above. Took one yesterday as when sleep deprived I run hot. Instant relief.

[@savajandric]

I used to struggle with panic attacks myself, but today everything is much different. There was also anxiety. I wish you all a speedy recovery🌼

[@Jerome.Du.Quartier]

what helped for the panic attacks?

[@susiehernandez6652]

How'd you overcome the panic attack ?

[@Vnsh27]

I am also suffering from these panic attacks, kindly share info if u have..neurologist prescribed me clonazepam

[@Santanner2011]

​@@Vnsh27the first med that helped was called hydroxizine. It's a more mild anxiety relief but the first time I took it was the first time I slept properly in months. You can get it otc I think or something like it, but I recommend trying it, I still take it every night

[@wynterpill]

​@@Jerome.Du.Quartierhow u doing

[@heavenhere1910]

Literally just saved me! I was trembling and thinking about like everything. I was anxious amd depressed now I am calm thinking logically. Oh my God thank you so much.. I am subscribing right now!

[@YOGABODY.Official]

So happy to hear it was helpful....

[@heavenhere1910]

@@YOGABODY.Official not only that.. I suffering from panic attacs and having bells palsy or face twitching and in a lot of body pain whenever I am anxious And these exercises just reversed it. I am on so many meds because of lupus, arthritis, fibromyalgia and I am just 25 years old.. That shit doesnt work.. It seems to me that this can change the game for people.. For like anyone.. You are teaching us the CURE for free!!! Please keep going!!! Many blessings to you and your family.. Absolutely amazing breathtaking..!💓😊🙏💖💖💖💖💖💖👌👌🎉THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!

[@tracykitching426]

Thank you so much for this 👍☺️ My husband is battling Stage 3 throat cancer. I'm having trouble sleeping- heart racing & night demons- worrying about him and his treatment plus transport to and from the hospital (at worst an hours round trip) plus parking which is a nightmare at the hospital. This has so helped me and it's early days. Thank you x

[@Reincarnation111]

Oh...that must be a great challenge! I will pray for you and your hubby. This breathing practice should hep you. Stay positive and ask your husband to repeat in his mind that he is getting healed with every breath. Hypnosis can be very powerful tool in this, please ask the doctors to find a medical hypnotherapist. God Bless 🙏

[@tracykitching426]

@@Reincarnation111 thank you x

[@noorrazahamdani7827]

May Allah ease ur sufferings, and render upon u his blessings ❤

[@janettemcgregor5712]

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[@Reincarnation111]

Hello, please watch this video and believe what is being revealed. Let your husband try this along with his other treatment, there is no harm in it. I saw it a couple of days after reading your comment and knew that this would help you. God bless , I pray for you! 🙏🥰

[@cmchamp13]

Thank you for this😊 let’s normalize regulating our nervous system and taking care of ourselves without worrying about other people seeing us do so. BE the example💫

[@lisaking4243]

Deb Dana was a lecturer at the university I attended here in Maine. She taught a trauma class in the school of Social Work while also running her group practice for survivors of - primarily - sexual abuse. From there, she moved to the lecture circuit locally and then nationally. I have always admired her and am in awe of how her teachings have traveled even to the content creator of this video. The last time I attended one of her workshops was about 8 years ago, but everything said in this video is spot on with what Deb teaches in her warm and kind way.

[@andyharperarbo138]

When I was a child I used to modulate my humming with not just frequency, but tempo to clam myself and to sleep. As a baby I almost died and sadly I spent my first 3 months in a hospital. My mother said long ago, that I started humming in the hospital, that humming was always a part of my bedtime routine. Humming has always helped calm myself regardless if I was in physical, mental, or emotional destress. Though I knew well enough when I was young to hum even when I was in a great mood too. This is all true to this day 53 years later. Though I must add that I don't need to hum as much as I needed in my youth, as I am better able to dance through my emotions more gracefully. These days I have to make a point to hum, and that when I do put effort into it, that I defiantly feel I am resonating higher. As my life transforms, so does the reason I hum.

[@YOGABODY.Official]

Interesting! Thanks for sharing, Andy!

[@bzmama3162]

Andy HarperArbo I almost died before I was born, my twin did not survive. I find it interesting that you, as well, had such a trauma as a baby. I’ve always felt like something happened, like a NDE, but I just can’t put my finger on it. I’m curious if you have felt the same? I do believe I had TBI that went unknown. Just curious, I’ve always been “haunted” by the car accident my mom had just before I was born.

[@marriv9325]

BzMama , There are many things in this life that a lot of us experience that we cannot explain . I know I have experienced things that I wonder about and why the purpose of it and spent too many years overthinking it and suffering from the memories. I am now in my mid 70s and I realize that if I had had some counseling I would not have had to relive the trauma or at least for so long but that I would’ve found a healing and let the past be in the past and thank God for the good times in my life and for the people around me that love me . I pray that you can move on and if you feel you need to speak to someone to get a better understanding and then move on then I pray that you’ll find someone that can help you to let go and move on in your life . ❤

[@tagqasim4668]

Glad ur here today! Keep humming and prosper!!

[@precious4111]

@@marriv9325 chk out therapy in a nutshell on KZbin

[@katechildofgod2596]

I actually had a vagus nerve attack from my stomach to my neck and jaw. I thought it was a heart attack it hurt so bad. After an ER trip I was told to go to my heart doctor I do have heart issues. My heart Dr had previously told me I had a blocked artery, they went in and checked. Low and behold the artery that feeds the left side of my body, the ones that come out the top of the heart, well it grew on the left side wrapped around behind and then goes up. A miracle!! He told me to go to my stomach Dr who found a precancerous polyp, hpilori, and some kind of metaplasia. He removed the polyp and three years later I was due for my next scope. Everything was gone!! Another miracle! I do have spinal problems and one is facet syndrome. Misplaced pain. I can itch my toe and it hurts in my shoulder. I don’t know if that’s what caused the initial vagus reaction but I thank God it happened. A sequence of events that saved my life. I still have purpose thank you Jesus.

[@aqua1476]

I cannot say how thankful I am. My therapist suggested I look into this because I was struggling to regulate my anxiety. And this video was SO incredible at explaining it and the exercises. THANK YOU.

[@Kadukunahaluu]

My vagus nerve was affected by my poor gut health. I finally have an answer to why I feel unnecessarily uncomfortable and anxious. It makes me feel SOO much better knowing why I feel this way and how to treat it

[@djlupe8]

What did you find out?

[@Kadukunahaluu]

@@djlupe8 Gut health strongly affects inflammation of your vagus. I felt almost completely normal after a few weeks of not eating junk foods and working out, and now after 4 months, it's like that whole ordeal never even happened

[@mr.drummond2250]

@@Kadukunahaluu I love this response, can I ask how you got such poor gut health?

[@Kadukunahaluu]

@@mr.drummond2250 I think it was because I was eating a bunch of junk foods at the time. I am completely fine now, though

[@lukeout1]

How are you doing now? I was just curious ​@@Kadukunahaluu

[@vanessaleighl7093]

Thank you. Was in a reactive spiral and finally watched this video at 1AM and started to feel some calming. Much appreciation ❤

[@roseannarabia6461]

It worked! Thank you! I clicked on this video because I was in the middle of an anxiety attack and tried the techniques as you were doing them. The humming helped tremendously and immediately, the neck lock helped as well. I couldn't really tell if the ear technique worked because the first two had already calmed me down. Thank you again! I will be using these techniques from now on.

[@YOGABODY.Official]

Glad to here it was helpful!

[@Jskins]

Wow, have been doing the deep breathing with extended diaphragm since I learned it in martial Arts 40 years ago. Had no idea why it worked so well until now, hearing that the Vagus nerve is stimulated/affected by this breathing is fascinating! Thank you!

[@Echosaliba20]

Wow! The ear massage worked in seconds. All of a sudden i was calm and felt normal. Amazing! Thank you very much

[@dushisoundsmeditationmusic]

To the person reading this: THANK YOU for being here and adding value to our world 💖 Hope you have a blessed day filled with joy, happiness, health and love! 💖

[@YOGABODY.Official]

Thank you!

[@Magnilay]

And the same for you my friend ❤️

[@leannemartin9137]

Omg - that’s true…I go to bed so tired, but say it’s like my brain won’t switch off and I can feel my anxiety overtake me.

[@YOGABODY.Official]

Me too:( Keep going Leanne...

[@r.janegagner2617]

I have been doing three other Vagus nerve exercises and love being able to add three more. I am feeling calmer at this moment after practicing them. Thank you. :)

[@geralyn-mm]

I ended up in the ER after 5 hours of vomiting - trapped on the floor near the toilet. *Any* movement brought on more vomiting/ dry heaves. The diagnosis was vagal nerve - all from stress. Thank you for this video.

[@YOGABODY.Official]

Uiies, sorry to hear. Thanks for sharing your experiences, Geralyn.

[@nataliemanor4458]

I am an executive business coach and am sending this video to all my clients. You are perfectly clear and fully engaging. Thank you for taking such good care of us. My best, Natalie

[@YOGABODY.Official]

Oh, thank you Natalie!

[@sj4177]

This actually worked in 2 minutes!!! Thank the Lord! Finally! I've tried everything 💖👍

[@merilynsubermoney9485]

Thank you for this. Had a panic attack for the first time today and still calming down from it hours later but deep breathing exercises helped me a lot and now this video was so helpful because its the first time I see these techniques.

[@haseebswati1]

How are you now??

[@merilynsubermoney9485]

@@haseebswati1sooo much better! I have it all under control.. it really does get better

[@haseebswati1]

@@merilynsubermoney9485 how did you manage it?

[@anacarmes]

Bhramari felt so calming, had a panic episode months ago and still recovering, left medication 4 months ago but still feeling low. Thank you, definitely sharing ❤

[@hankfowler8194]

These are great. Another one is to use your eyes to look to the upward corner of your eyes for 30 seconds to the right and 30 seconds to the left. Longer if you like. It often will stimulate a deep yawn of relaxation.

[@SistersTape]

This made me sneeze xD

[@jessyfenny]

Wow I did yawn soon after doing that!

[@hankfowler8194]

@@jessyfenny It has to do with stimulating the Vegas nerve which stimulates the parasympathetic which causes relaxation.

[@p.s.7055]

Excellent method. Thank you Hank

[@justinhessedenz2819]

Love this! Deal with PTSD only things I’ve found help has been meditation, cold showers and breathing exercises. Can’t wait to add this into my practise. Thank you.

[@darrionroberts4100]

The humming exercise helped alot. I've been having chest pains so it hurts to take deep breaths and hold them in. Thanks so much for these tips, you're a life saver. 🙂

[@andsoitgoes1142]

I have a hiatal hernia which causes pressure on my vagus nerve producing sympathetic symptoms like anxiety, high blood pressure, and shortness of breath. I just tried your techniques and they helped me immediately. Thank you so very much.

[@RozayPranks]

U deal with pressure in your ears or throat?

[@TVPlanes]

This was the first time I watched a video from you and honestly I love the way you share your knowledge, the way you manage and organize the video and how you talk about your topic. Really interesting and helpful video. Thank you Lucas !

[@pamorama]

Thank you so much for this video. I was away 22% of the night last night and really felt like I was walking a fine line today and watching this video has helped me immeasurably. Thanks again For your comprehensive and patient explanations and accessible science.

[@michaelzajic6231]

Thanks! I tried the techniques. They worked for me. I was not an anxious person anyway, but the exercises made me feel even better, sort of gratifying, calming, well being.

[@chinmayshukla2486]

We are so lucky that our forefathers really had so much advancement in achieving solace and inner peace that we have now scientific proven for modern people. My family has been doing yoga from my early generations and seeing people getting peace with these yogic exercises is joyful. Thanks brother for sharing such a good video. People can have better understanding of yoga from some good scriptures apart from modern theories😊.

[@eileenhennighan9550]

The ear has reflexes for every part of the body. With this massage you are stimulating all of the internal organs. Very helpful video! Thank you 😊

[@wholewomancoach-1]

I came to yoga for PTSD. I was especially drawn to the rhythmic breathing of ashtanga, I like to say it saved my life. Well done, thanks for presenting it in way that is useful and interesting! As a teacher and practitioner, I approve this message! 👍👍

[@hermilogarcia7510]

Do you still experience PTSD?

[@wholewomancoach-1]

Sometimes, and when I do I know what to do. 🙏🏽💜

[@mayankchaturvedi5950]

Can u please suggest a link of ashtanga rhythmic breathing which helped you

[@DiodeMom]

I recovered from addiction to pain pills in this way. I always say ashtanga literally saved my life.

[@chetan9533]

​@@mayankchaturvedi5950 watch the video you are commenting on, it shows rythmic breathing

[@sayura93]

The triangle breathing was so effective for me. I only did it once and I could already feel my thoughts calming down. Didn't expect the simple addition of that chin lock to make such a huge difference. Thank you so much !

[@buttery1toast]

I don’t know why but I started to feel emotional just knowing some of these techniques sorta worked and then looking at this guys face and sensing his kindness and happy demeanor while having a sorta deep appreciation for pulling me out of my anxiety. Thank you.

[@YOGABODY.Official]

Appreciate the kind words! Hoping you find my videos of any help to you!

[@YOGABODY.Official]

Hope it helps, buttery1toast!

[@Jim9326]

This was PHENOMENAL. I take yoga regularly and took the course from Andre Weill on breather techniques but this is so effective. Thanks for bringing this to us Keep up the great work that you do. Your guidance is so productive in our lives, thanks you

[@YOGABODY.Official]

Thank you, James!

[@samanthapaige9617]

thank you so much. I have been suffering with horrible anxiety the last week, and I couldn't get out of the cycle. These videos really help me!

[@austinwassam7307]

I’ve been dealing with crazy nausea when anxiety hits. I can hardly take tests even when I know the material extremely well, and I can’t even sit through church. I’m hoping these techniques help me and thank you for your kindness in making this video!

[@AliLevineDesign]

So awesome!! as a certified breathwork practitioner and coach, I study the vagus nerve heavily! So powerful !!

[@barbaracarkenord5987]

Once again great information from Lucas. I love learning about why yoga works, I know that it does but it helps me continue practicing when I understand “why”!

[@YOGABODY.Official]

thanks Barbara!

[@scottmcclure8933]

Awesome advice! As a medic for over 30 years, I’ve used vagal stimulation to slow heart rates on patients with supraventricular tachycardia…you must be careful NOT to over stimulate or have a known high vagal tone. I have also responded to folks that are dead on the toilet from straining to have a BM. I have also responded to cardiac arrests from what was described a “a coughing fit” by the family..agin overstimulation of the nerve. Be careful if you have high vagal tone!

[@kazart4772]

Interesting! What types of vagal stimulation have you used responding to patients?

[@yodatama]

What is BM? I'm sorry I'm not fluent in english

[@alyssaparker7811]

@@yodatama bowel movement. Don’t strain.

[@yodatama]

@@alyssaparker7811 oh ok thank you

[@scottmcclure8933]

we use air pressure first….deep breath and squeeze like a bowel movement next, we will try another breathing technique w a deep breath and pull the knees to the chest and squeeze w arms around the legs and a last resort for manual stimulation due to the possibility of arterial plaque being a possible cause of embolism..carotid massage, We also use the beta blocker Cardizem and Adenosine to correct the supraventricular tacycardias

[@austintannenbaum2717]

Just found you, this video is a gem! Thank you for giving a substantive and practical explanation of the vagus nerve - much better than the other videos I'd watched previously. Subscribed, looking forward to checking out more of your channel.

[@jsyblik7578]

Thanks so much, Lucas. You're a gifted teacher. Presentation skills are impeccable. And so exude confidence on video. So much practice paying off on camera.

[@daylenestaneart775]

Ok - that was amazing! Short version of this story: I got up this: morning but wasn’t “awake” - with a raging headache, so stressed out and so exhausted that I was just going to go back to bed, I decided to try the “embarrassing” humming sound and it worked!!!! My headache evaporated! My stress disappeared! And My exhaustion was gone! I felt energy run through my limbs. That was incredible! I’m convinced. You have a new subscriber. Thank you - I now have the energy to fix Thanksgiving dinner for 75 people. Did I mentioned that was incredible?! 😃

[@kobalt77]

💗🙏

[@drosalice]

Hello Lucas! I'm very pleased that I randomly fell on your video. I'm an ENT doctor and I found all these techniques very interesting. Especially about the Bramari, I'll suggest it to my patients, who have chronic rhinosinusitis. This chronic inflammation provokes the concentration of nitric acid inside the cavities. In addition, there's a poor ventilation of the cavities, and so these conditions create a vicious circle. Thanks again for the tips! Stay safe and healthy!

[@YOGABODY.Official]

Thank you Alice!

[@amurphful]

Lucas and Dr. Alice, to your knowledge, is the uvula test or Nostral cycle test based on science?

[@kazart4772]

To add a possibility to the CAUSES of rhinosinusitis, please look into Mast Cell disorders, Lectins, Histamine and Salicilate Intolerances. After 6 years of plugged sinuses, I used the Blood Type Diet app (Eat right for Your Type) by Peter D'Adamo and TOTALLY CLEARED MY SINUSES! Why? Coconut, Tapioca, Cassava and other foods are avoid Lectins for My blood type! Being dairy and gluten free, I had switched to consuming more of them. They are hidden in many foods also. Mast Cell people say if antihistamines are needed more than 3x in 1 YEAR, then look into a Mast Cell Disorder of some level. I DO agree that if one DOES get stuffed up as I do when I eat these food items, these yoga techniques DO WORK .

[@laurathompson4272]

@@amurphful I think he said yes it is! I know my daughter suffered with stress and autoimmune disease and hooked her up to a computer and did 3 cycles of yoga breath and after three cycles of breathing into the count of four and exhaling to the count of six the whole screen turned green because all the systems in our bodies relax if we do yoga breath.. I know thats not your exact question but he did say this was science based…

[@lizelston4787]

Would you mind explaining the correlation of Chronic inflammation, and concentration of nitric acid in your cavities and how it correlates with anxiety? Am I understanding correctly? Thank you for your explanation.

[@alexaemartinez9558]

Gurl this video changed my life, because I just discovered I have this and this is very helpful

[@ozeletsplay9746]

Thanks from my heart. I couldn't sleep because of really nervous twitches which made me fear, wouldn't go away this night because of c-ptsd. You really safed me. All the best!!!!!!🙏💚

[@mysticalrebirth8012]

I can’t thank you enough 🙏 these practices are so soothing for my nervous system especially the ear massage. I’m a preschool teacher and the stress has really been getting to me, I found your video at the perfect time so thank you Lucas!

[@burnyizland]

It's that bad already in preschool? Yikes. Thank you for putting yourself out there for the kids.

[@virginiasenophdrn5921]

Blessings.

[@anissaholmes4495]

Oh my! This works! Something made me so angry before watching this video. I’m going to do these everyday. I work a high stress job and my extended family is a delight to deal with. These exercises have really helped!!!!

[@kuri_curry]

Even 1 year later, These things do wonders. Thank you!! I'm currently in a very toxic work environment. Micromanaging, overly stressed, temperamental client. With a line manager who chalks it up with us just being emotional and that my client is Indian and the way she is, is very typical of Indians. So lack of managerial support, sprinkled in with a dash of racism. I've been suffering from anxiety, worrying about Mondays since October. The triangle breathing and the ear thing works wonders for me. I feel a touch lighter. So thank you so much!!

[@beza511]

I am going through the exact same thing right now. I start worrying about work on Monday as soon as I leave Friday night. 😢

[@SecretMind2000]

Your content not only educates but also empowers viewers to take charge of their mental health. Thank you for sharing your wisdom and insights.

[@ellenoel5278]

Thank you so much! I practiced some of these techniques while on a delayed flight unable to leave the plane. I could feel the panic coming on and I ran through the breathing and managed to get through it. I'm so pleased I watched this a month ago, I had no idea I'd be using it in such a situation. 🙏

[@YOGABODY.Official]

Thanks for sharing your experience...

[@mattm757]

Thank you so much! I found your discussion to reinforce what I've been gleaning from other sources as well as my own experiences singing and exercising with a digederoo. This will help bridge the gap from current practice to more specific focus on relaxation/meditative side of vagal nerve stimulation. Thanks! Appreciate you, sir!

[@kharakessler1390]

I really liked the triangle breathing. I did it while sitting in the bathroom with my daughter during her bath time. And I feel good! Like a calm, almost sleepiness. Very chill. ❤

[@YOGABODY.Official]

Glad it worked for you! - YOGABODY Team

[@PriyanshuBharadwa]

I'm glad ancient Indian yog knowledge is being used by you. Never knew what my forefathers have been doing, is backed by so much science. ☺️❤️

[@zop_pigs7694]

Thanks lucas for your work, I've followed your happy back challenge with great result and enthusiasm. All thoses new youtube videos are amazing of clarity and quality, it's a blessing !

[@YOGABODY.Official]

Glad to hear... thanks for watching.

[@alfredbequio1453]

This really useful thank you

[@user-wh7im8tw8s]

I have suffered for years with anxiety and this helped me when I watched last night. We arent told enough about self help, I was just told to put the kettle on once when I was overbreathing in a panic attack! Only realised breathing into a paper bag helped when I saw it on a hospital drama! Hope this helps everyone, it sounds like it already has ❤

[@clipser924]

I immediately felt a rush of blood flow and release of some tension. So glad I found your channel.

[@Saravon]

The triangle breathing helped so much, I have a terminal illness and I was panicking as I do throughout my days but this really helped. Thank you.

[@YOGABODY.Official]

Glad to hear it helped!

[@abominablesnowman]

I thought I would give this a try after living in constant fight or flight mode being triggered even by laughing. I did the nose test and my right nostril was dominant. I did the exercises and started yawning and feeling like the tension in my body was melting away. I did the nose test again and my left nostril was dominant! amazing and thank you so much for such a clear and informative video. I will keep these techniques at the top of my list.

[@ThereseFlanagan]

I had lost my sense of smell and taste for over 6 weeks. I'm fully vaccinated and tested negative for Covid. I tried your yoga breathing exercise (starting at 9:50) and the next day I was walking in the park and I could smell the flowers! I came home and could taste food once again. Thank you!!

[@johnloz1800]

🙏

[@spankyjeffro5320]

Wow! I had lost a pen when I was younger. I'm wearing a jacket and don't like mushrooms. I haven't tried any of this yet and can actually see colours. Such an amazing story, right? XD

[@boomboom1258]

I tried the triangle breathing technique and I felt this relaxing, soothing massage at my throat and chest. It's so comforting and easy to do!

[@SharonPitman]

Wow, amazing! Great explanation and presentation. Love your energy. Thanks so much for these 3 simple yet highly effective techniques Lucas! 🙏🏼

[@YOGABODY.Official]

Thank you, Sharon!

[@SusmitaBarua_mita]

Brahmari, Triangle breathing and ear massage are wonderful ways to calm vegus nerve and activate parasympathetic nervous system. Thank you

[@jamespinard7025]

Your videos are so well-produced-everything from lighting, camera angles, motion graphics, your teaching method and explanations. Well done.

[@YOGABODY.Official]

Thanks for your support, James!

[@andreawatts7884]

This is the most supportive and clear compendium of anxiety reducing techniques I’ve come across on my path through my shadow and the spiritual “void”. Thank you! 🙏🏻🕊

[@YOGABODY.Official]

Hi Andréa - thanks for your support!

[@andreawatts7884]

@@YOGABODY.Official with joy! 🙏🏻🙂

[@rbdave5763]

Thank you Lucas for bringing forward and scientifically explaining the ancient yoga techniques. I have noted these down to practice as I have for the past few years become a little claustrophobic.

[@tarastarshine]

Thank YOU, Lucas! So important. I do the Deep Humming and breathing but now I will try the ear massage. Glad to be learning something new from you! Staying bendy, Tara

[@YOGABODY.Official]

Thanks Tara!

[@user-hb7xb3ve4c]

So this video popped out of nowhere, after a long anxiety-filled phone call ( and 2 weeks at a new job). I am literally speechless and thankful! its been few nights I didn't sleep well and I was prepared for yet another night of endless imaginary dialogues when opened youtube. And there you were! I tried 2/3 of the techniques and I definitely feel relieved!! Tomorrow I"m trying the yoga Omm sound I never knew was so important. I cannot believe this feels like can finally exhale. thank you so much for this.

[@naomimara3340]

I really appreciate repeating everything in the middle and at the end. Thank you.

[@wmonkey33]

This is such a well taught, down to earth lesson. Thank you for your thorough explanation and demonstration! Subscribed!

[@YOGABODY.Official]

Thank you!

[@peterlund4501]

These techniques are well presented and the animations are nice too! Excellent voice. Very very nice. Just as if I was in yoga class. When are you coming to hamburg?

[@SingYourselfWell]

Thank you Lucas! Yes, that's why I teach everyone to sing like an opera singer, even if just for fun and for a few minutes or even seconds a day! It stimulates the entire vagus nerve everywhere in the body, because the body is holistically stimulated. Great video.

[@emmaw7853]

amazing! I enjoyed the ear massage! the Bhramari breathing helped a lot too! i was ruminating over an inconsiderate neighbour and now i don't feel that much anymore. Totally made my day!!!

[@Jennifer-nz2ss]

I wake up in the middle of the night worrying about my job. I can't change anything and I know this. But, I can't stop doing this and thinking it over and over.OMG😢

[@YOGABODY.Official]

Hope tomorrow is better, Jennifer.

[@tlrinn]

You are a terrific instructor/ teacher. I was able to understand the process, technique and benefits. Thank you. I am very grateful. 💟

[@lientonnu5618]

OMG!! This is SPOT-ON!! The air flows through my right nostril much more freely!! No wonder at all, since I seem to be stuck in the sympathetic state mostly these days!

[@YOGABODY.Official]

Thanks Lien Ton!

[@daisysig]

This was excellent and so helpful! I "discovered" the vagus nerve this last summer - did not know it even existed in our bodies before that - and have been on a gentle quest to find ways to align mine. I'm a playwright, a woman who deals with mental illness, and a severe insomniac. You engender a lot of confidence, Lucas!! I appreciate the depth of your knowledge and your genuine spirit as your teach!

[@YOGABODY.Official]

Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that our information has been helpful on your journey with the vagus nerve. Wishing you the best in aligning and fostering a healthy connection with it! - YOGABODY Team

[@nancylamb1117]

I think i have struggled with anxiety and c-ptsd all my life. Never knew it. Yoga saved me. Qi Gong and yoga restore me to my authentic self. This just explained what is really happening...and what to do about it in the moment. I wish you all peace.

[@YOGABODY.Official]

Thank you for sharing your experience! - YOGABODY Team

[@pt31]

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