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With Ellen Mouton
Are you ready to heal from trauma and past wounds that are holding you back from living your best life? Do you want to learn how to tap into the power of the vagus nerve, the longest nerve in your body that connects your brain to your internal organs? Do you want to discover how stimulating your vagus nerve can help you release trauma from your body, calm your mind, and feel more connected to yourself and others? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this course is for you. In this course, you will learn how to stimulate your vagus nerve using various techniques and exercises, such as humming, breathing, moving, and massaging. You will also learn how to work with your emotions and needs in a healthy and positive way. By practicing these skills regularly, you will be able to activate your natural healing response and restore balance in your body and mind. This course is based on scientific research and personal experience. The instructor, Ellen Mouton, is a trauma survivor who has suffered from chronic depression and an eating disorder. She has tried many therapies and treatments, but none of them helped her as much as stimulating her vagus nerve and practicing self nurturance. She wants to share this knowledge and wisdom with you, so that you can also benefit from this technique. This course consists of seven sessions that cover the following topics: Session 1: What is Trauma and How Does It Affect Us? Session 2: The Polyvagal Theory and the Window of Tolerance Session 3: Techniques for Working with the Vagus Nerve Session 4: Techniques for reconnecting with the body Session 5: The Importance of Co-Regulation in Trauma Healing Session 6: Practices for Stimulating the Vagus Nerve to Release Trauma Session 7: Conclusion and Next Steps Each session includes an audio lecture, a quiz, a journal prompt, practices and exercises. You will also have access to a virtual classroom where you can interact with the instructor and other students. This course is suitable for anyone who wants to improve their mental and physical health. It is easy to follow and requires no special equipment or skills. All you need is an open mind and a willingness to try something new. However, this course is not a replacement for professional therapy or medical care. If you have any serious physical or mental health concerns, please consult your doctor or therapist before starting this course. So, are you ready to begin? Join this course today and discover how stimulating your vagus nerve can transform your life. What they will learn You will learn: What the vagus nerve is and why it is important for your mental and physical health. How to stimulate your vagus nerve using various techniques and exercises, such as humming, breathing, moving, and massaging. How to work with your emotions and needs in a healthy and positive way. How to release trauma from your body, calm your mind, and feel more connected to yourself and others. What are the takeaways: Your takeaways are: A deeper understanding of your nervous system and how it affects your well-being. A set of skills and tools that you can use to stimulate your vagus nerve and activate your natural healing response and release trauma. A greater awareness of your emotions and needs and how to meet them in a healthy and positive way. A sense of empowerment and resilience in your healing journey.
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7 Days
1.5k students
4.9 stars
16 min / day
Healing
English
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