Unlock the Secret to Total Wellness: Start with Your Nervous System
Buckle up because we’re about to embark on a journey that’s part science, part zen, and entirely transformative!
Today, we’re exploring an essential yet often overlooked aspect of our well-being: the nervous system. Think of your nervous system as the ultimate command centre, orchestrating everything from your heart and digestion to your immune system and mental health. When the nervous system is out of balance, it can lead to anxiety, depression, weight gain, muscle loss, sleep disturbances, skin issues, hormonal imbalance and autoimmune problems.
The Nervous System: Your Body’s Command Center..
This powerful system is your control centre sending signals back and forth. When your nervous system is out of whack, it’s like a domino effect on steroids: anxiety, depression, weight gain, muscle loss, sleep disturbances, skin issues, autoimmune problems—you name it. But don’t fret, because there’s a superhero waiting in the wings: (pranayama) AKA: breath training. This incredibly effective effective tool is at our disposalwhenever we need it, at work, on the train, in the gym, at a party wherever you are your breath is there with you, it just learning how to practice controlled breathing to alter your state of mind, mood and ultimately your over all health when practiced daily.
Yes, your hero is behind every breath, every day!
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Breath Work: The Key to Unlocking Total Wellness..
Why breath work, you ask? Well, let me put it this way, imagine..... having the power to calm your mind, reduce stress, and enhance your body's performance, all with something you’re doing right now!! That’s right, breathing! Pranayama, the art of controlled breathing, is like hitting the reset button on your nervous system.
Here's how it works: pranayama stimulates the vagus nerve,( a whole other blog to write about ...soon. )The VAGUS nerve the unsung hero in your parasympathetic nervous system, which is responsible for "rest and digest" functions. This is the key to switching off that constant fight-or-flight mode that modern life has us stuck in.
The Ripple Effect of a Happy Nervous System....
When your nervous system is in harmony, the benefits ripple through your entire body:
-Emotional Health: Goodbye, chronic anxiety and depression. Hello, zen-like calm.
- Endocrine System: Hormonal balance, leading to better mood regulation and reduced stress levels.
- Muscle Gains: A relaxed nervous system means better muscle recovery and growth. Flex those biceps!
- Weight Loss: Stress reduction helps control those cortisol levels, making weight management a breeze.
- Sleep: Drift into dreamland without counting a single sheep.
- Skin Health: Say hello to a glowing complexion as stress-induced skin issues bid you adieu.
- Autoimmune Issues: A balanced nervous system helps regulate immune responses, potentially reducing flare-ups.
Other Natural Ways to Keep Your Nervous System in Check...
While breath work is definitely the star of the show, let’s not forget its fabulous supporting cast:
-Singing/Chanting- Singing and or chanting vibrates the vagus nerve creating a relaxation response…. Don’t quit your day job though!
- Meditation and Mindfulness: Think of it as your mental spa day—relax, unwind, and recharge.
- Physical Exercise: From yoga to HIIT, moving your body boosts mood and nervous system function.
- Short term Cold Exposure: Those chilly showers aren’t just for post-workout recovery. They tone your vagus nerve too.
- Spending time in nature:Natural stimuli engage the parasympathetic nervous system yes god created these wondrous views for a reason.
Our Secret Weapon: Skincare That Supports Your Nervous System...
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Take the First Step Towards Total Wellness
So, are you ready to breathe deeply and take charge of your health? It starts with something as simple as your breath. Embrace the power of pranayama, treat your nervous system like the VIP it is, and watch as everything else falls into place.
Follow me on instagram as I guide you on how and why each breath technique is used I am going through the motions in a organised fashion to get you from beginner to breath/nervous system warrior in no time be patient play along and soak in the knowledge so you can master the art.
Sign up to my 7 day breath challenge to a a regulated nervous system… this ones coming soon, I’m making sure everyones learns enough through my short insta info and blogs so you can master this challenge and reap all the benefits!
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Engaged? Enlightened? Ready to take on the world with a newfound sense of calm and balance? Good. Now, take a deep breath, smile, and let’s get this wellness journey started!
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