#parasympathetic-nervous-system

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Mindfulness
fromBustle
3 days ago

"Resonance Breathing" Is The Anti-Stress Hack You Can Do Anywhere

Slow, equal inhalations and exhalations—typically five seconds each—synchronize heart rate and activate the parasympathetic nervous system to reduce stress and calm the body.
Mental health
fromBustle
1 week 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.
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