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fromBustle
4 days ago

The "Five-Finger Breathing Technique" Will Calm You In Seconds

For some people, deep breathing exercises work like a charm. For others, not so much. If you fall into the latter category, you might enjoy the "five-finger breathing" technique, which adds a little something extra into the mix. On TikTok, creators are sharing their love for five-finger breathing, including user @mindfullymadetherapy, who said, "Sometimes just breathing isn't enough, and you need a coping skill that's multi-sensory [or] involving other senses to help distract or calm down the brain."
Mindfulness
Mindfulness
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Ever feel the need to switch off? Your vagus nerve might hold the key

Stimulating the vagus nerve through techniques like humming, breathwork, eye movements and tapping can reduce stress, though benefits vary and there is no quick fix.
Mental health
fromBustle
1 month ago

Feeling Stressed? Try Pulling Your Earlobe - Yes, Really

Tugging or massaging the earlobe stimulates vagus-nerve-containing ear nerves and can activate the parasympathetic system, producing quick calming and grounding effects.
Mindfulness
fromFast Company
4 months ago

How to trick your nervous system into calming down when you're stressed at work

Understanding the body's stress responses can significantly aid in stress reduction.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
5 months ago

I Had an Orgasm in the Most Embarrassing Place Possible. Now I'm Confused-and Curious.

Experiencing orgasm from ear stimulation is not uncommon, tied to the vagus nerve, but caution is necessary due to ear sensitivity.
Wearables
fromNew York Post
6 months ago

Here's how a bio implant stopped Long Island woman's 'horrific' athritis in its tracks: 'This is the future'

A bio-implant has drastically improved a Long Island woman's life by managing her severe rheumatoid arthritis effectively.
Alternative medicine
fromNew York Post
7 months ago

Exclusive | Gwyneth Paltrow's health adviser reveals his 5 fave sleep supplements: 'Nature's Xanax'

Dr. Will Cole suggests natural remedies like saffron and meditation for better sleep, despite his own late-night TV habits.
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