The way in which sleep affects chronic pain is something many people notice long before anyone explains it to them. After a poor night of sleep, pain often feels sharper,…
nervous system regulation
Why Chronic Pain Does Not Go Away Even After Tissue Healing
If you’re dealing with chronic pain that won’t go away, it can feel deeply frustrating. What is even more frustrating is that you might hear that tissues have healed or…
Body Awareness: The Foundation of Movement, Regulation, and Healing
Body awareness is more than just noticing how your body feels. It’s the foundation of how you move, sense, and connect with yourself. Scientifically, body awareness is known as kinesthesia….
Movement for Energy: How Gentle Activity Boosts Focus and Reduces Fatigue
If you’ve ever felt too tired to move, you’re not alone. Many people assume that resting more is the key to restoring energy. More often than not, your body needs…
The Important Connection Between Exercise and the Gut Brain Axis
The gut brain axis refers to a communication pathway between the gut and the brain. More specifically, it refers to the communication between the central nervous system and the enteric…
What is Vagal Tone and How to Improve It
Your physical and mental health are intimately intertwined. How so? Through the vagus nerve. The vagus nerve is a part of the parasympathetic nervous system (PNS) and orchestrates responses that…
