Diaphragmatic breathing is a technique that makes full use of your lung capacity. Diaphragmatic breathing benefits include reduced stress, improved sleep, and lowered heart rate. You should practice ...

This post is in response to A Vagus Nerve Survival Guide to Combat Fight-or-Flight Urges By Christopher Bergland Medically accurate illustration of the vagus nerve. Source: Sebastian ...

Breathing has been an intrinsic feature of our lives since the day we were born. Akin to background noise, we inhale and exhale thousands of times per day, the vast majority of which we are unaware of ...

Polyvagal and neurovisceral integration theories favor slow over fast breathing due to its activation of the parasympathetic nervous system and accompanying effects on the mind and brain. Recent ...

In a world where stress is constant and fast-paced living is the norm, it’s easy to overlook the power of a simple breath. Yet, within each inhale and exhale lies the potential to regulate one of the ...