Fascia And the Vagus Nerve: How Massage and Movement Can Help You Heal
Fascia and the vagus nerve tell the story of your life. They reflect how you’ve held yourself together through stress, trauma, and transformation. But they also hold the key to healing.
Through yoga, therapeutic massage, and conscious breath, you can support your body in unwinding the tension of the past. You can shift from survival mode into a deeper sense of connection—within yourself and with the world around you.
The Vagus Nerve: Your Body’s Secret Superhighway for Healing
Have you ever had a “gut feeling” or felt your heart race during a stressful moment? That’s not just your imagination—it’s your vagus nerve at work. This powerful nerve plays a huge role in how your body handles stress, trauma, and emotional experiences like grief. Understanding it can unlock a deeper awareness of your body and enhance the effectiveness of massage therapy as part of your healing journey.
The Mind-Body Connection: How Trauma Shapes the Body—and How We Can Help
Have you ever noticed your shoulders creeping up toward your ears when you're stressed? Or realized you're clenching your jaw without meaning to? These small signs are actually big clues about how your body holds onto stress and trauma—and how deeply connected our minds and bodies truly are.