Why Is The Vagus Nerve Important To Your Health? | Polyvagal Theory
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- Why Is The Vagus Nerve Important To Your Health? | Polyvagal Theory
Suppose you, like myself, have suffered for years from conditions like anxiety, depression, PTSD, autoimmune disease, and chronic pain issues. If you said yes, understanding the Vagus Nerve can be a game changer, as it has been for me and the many people I've helped.
Follow along to live a more vibrant and fulfilling life.
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The BEST presentation on this subject I’ve ever seen. Thank you!
I'm glad to hear that you found it valuable. I put a lot of effort into making the information clear and useful, your feedback means I'm hitting the mark.
He explains information so well. Anyone can understand
Im so relieved that im.on the Right Path..ive been researching and DOING EVERYTHING that he suggests!
Good for you!
Between Mr. Westgate and Mr. Tim Flethcher fof the first time in a long time i think.ill be alright!
I'm glad you're feeling more hopeful!
Brilliant explanation...thank you so much ❤
I'm glad you found it helpful!
Fascinating science.😲 I like how you explain it here, Michael; it’s so interesting and easy to follow.👍🏻 Looking forward to learning more!
Thank you!
One day, when we no longer exist, polyvagal knowledge will be a matter of fact.
Michael, this is a very interesting perspective on the Polyvagal Theory. Lots to think about. Greatly appreciated.
I'm glad you found it helpful, thanks for the feedback!
10 seconds after you said 'like and subscribe', I did.
Thank you! I'm glad you found the video helpful.
I’m looking forward to feeling better and sharing this with others, but you can’t trust others and be emotionally vulnerable with anyone. Doing that is how I got twisted.
I understand your dilemma, most often the way we get hurt is in relationships and learning who to trust and who not to trust after those shocks can be challenging. I had to start with practices that didn't include interacting with others and I've been able to gradually open up and find people, therapists etc. who I can be more vulnerable with. I found that as my nervous system become more regulated through practices I was better at sorting out who to trust and who to avoid. All the best in you journey toward wellness.
Very good explanation, thanks🙏
Glad it was helpful!
Game changer. Thank you 😊😊
I'm glad you found it helpful!
Hopefully when you fin8sh thd longer vetsion of thos quick video you'll allow us to.download that great looking chart! Thank You Mr. Westfield
I go into more depth in my online course, more videos are in production.
You can download the chart from here: michaelwestgatestore.com/
Thank you! Especially helpful was the explanation of the left side and right side!
Thank you for the feedback. I'm glad you found it helpful and yes, that detail about the different functions of the left and right is a game changer for people trying to break free from chronic pain and illness.
Very well explained!
Thank you
You're welcome, I appreciate the feedback, I worked hard to make the information relatable.
Thank you!
You're welcome! I'm glad you found the info helpful!
Thank you so much!!!!
You're welcome, I'm glad you found it helpful.
Looking forward to your next vidio
Coming soon!
Thanks 😊
Thank you! I'm glad you found the info helpful!
That's brillant ! Do you see a correlation/causation between adrenal fatigue aka hpa axis disfunction and the dorsal vagus nerve ?
Yes, when the ventral vagal complex is shut off it can no longer inhibit the HPA axis and this leads to over recruitment of either the sympathetic nervous system and/or the dorsal vagal complex. In both cases, people can experience crushing fatigue.
New to you, thank you for this video.
Michael what do you think of the external vagus stimulators?
I think vagal nerve stimulators can be helpful, but I have concerns that people will think that using one of these devices is all they have to do to get well. Recovering from chronic conditions takes commitment, discipline, and focus, and no passive therapy will substitute for these qualities. I also think it's essential to learn the basic science of how chronic issues form and how to reverse the effects of chronic and traumatic stress. Otherwise, you'll be a the whim of people who don't understand your condition.
You might want to research the dorsal-vagal shutdown to learn what is required to get out of that state. Best wishes to you~
@@le_th_ I have researched Dorsal Vagal shutdown and have experience treating people with that condition. It’s essentially depression and similar low-energy states. I’ll make a note to make a video about how to treat it. It’s much harder to treat people who are stuck in sympathetic dominance.
Thank you sir
I would like to ask you why vegus nerve get disturb??
The vagus nerve is like a superhighway for messages between your brain and internal organs. It's not that the nerve itself gets 'disturbed,' but rather the messages traveling along can become dysfunctional.
This usually happens due to a
big shock or many smaller shocks over time to your body's system. It's like when something really startling or stressful happens, your body goes into a kind of emergency mode - think of it as a survival state. Survival modes are essential to our survival, but sometimes, your system gets stuck in this mode.
When your nervous system can't quite handle everything it's experiencing, your nervous system think that your life is threatened. This can lead to not being able to relax or feel calm. Instead, people with a nervous system stuck in this survival mode might often feel only strong emotions like anger, fear, or feel numb and disconnected. It's like the body's natural ability to rest and feel at ease gets blocked, and you're left only with these intense or dulled feelings.
Fortunately, advances in neuroscience have helped us understand how to reset the nervous system to put it back in a functional rhythm in response to the world around us. I cover more detail about this in my three-part series on chronic pain:
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Michael would there be a connection of the Vagus nerve to cluster headaches?..
Yes, if you're vagal tone is low it means your body is not processing stress effectively which can trigger or perpetuate any pain condition including cluster headaches. High vagal tone is associated with nervous system states that are coupled with feeling safe, rest, recovery and healing.
Well they want you to think of Las Vegas while ppl lose their vagus connection…it’s for a reason… so you can be wandering in Las Vegas… also referred as rebellious or devil nerve … 10th nerve in body full of disciples
I agree, all of Las Vegas is designed to put your nervous system in a state of no impulse control which is very profitable for the businesses there. I've never been there and have no plans to visit.
Can we download the chart?
Yes, its available in digital or print at michaelwestgatestore.com/
Any connection between vagal and idiopatic neuropathy?
In some cases, I believe there is a connection. If the body is stuck in states of attack, defense and shutdown for a long time it is common for people to have idiopathic neuropathy symptoms. I suggest you watch my new video on chronic pain for more clarification.
It sounds like a planned pandemic. Stress out the populations introduce viruses, sell vaccines
2 Questions: Are you trauma-trained or trauma-informed and 2) how do you address dorsal vagal shutdown with the program you created. Thank you in advance~
I appreciate your question regarding dorsal vagal shutdown.
In addressing this, my approach involves teaching the fundamentals of contemporary neuroscience, such as Polyvagal Theory. This foundational knowledge is then applied to help students monitor and map their responses to life events, identifying triggers that lead to dysregulation, like Dorsal Vagal Shutdown in your case.
Equipped with this understanding, we then introduce, and practice self-care techniques aimed at strengthening nervous system resilience by enhancing vagal tone. As you develop better vagal tone and refine your skills in state monitoring, you'll find yourself more capable of interrupting the response patterns that lead to dorsal vagal shutdown. This process ultimately helps in widening your window of tolerance and feeling safe in a broader range of situations.
It's crucial to recognize that there is no universal solution in this journey. Our program encourages exploring various practices informed by the latest scientific insights, aiming to find what resonates uniquely with you. This path towards enhanced self-awareness is instrumental in not only pinpointing effective methods but also in choosing suitable treatments and practitioners. Dr. Stephen Porges, known for developing Polyvagal Theory, highlights that feeling safe with a practitioner significantly contributes to the healing process. It's possible to be with a highly qualified practitioner, yet your body might not feel at ease due to reasons that may become clear over time, or sometimes remain unknown. Ultimately, it's important to trust your body's signals in guiding you towards the right practice, therapy, or approach.
Please feel free to reach out if you have further questions.
Sincerely,
Michael
Whatever is done in the vagus nerve stays in the vagus nerve. I thought VAG was short for vagina.😅
That's funny, I've never hear that one before.
Pay attention to the correlation between this and covid
Yes, Dr. Porges, whose work is my primary source of info for this video, said in his latest book that long Cov-d is largely the result of chronic nervous system dysregulation caused by the attack of the virus on the body coupled with the fear-mongering media and social isolation during treatment. Unfortunately, standard medicine is still in the dark about this fact.
@MichaelWestgate I was trying to figure out the correlation between the Vegas nerve and covid and realized it all went hand-in-hand.... And then give us social distancing and then people aren't willing to hug or touch other people which helps calm the nervous system.. I have been dealing with this for 5 years. And now that I know about the Vegas nerve I know how to treat my symptoms better. Thank you so much for your videos they have helped me tremendously. And I know so many people are running to the doctors and spending all kinds of money through insurance companies for all kinds of testsing Just to tell you it's nothing.. Or to tell you you have covid. Honestly I would like to go in and school my spine doctor and neurologist and primary care doctor, orthopedic And every other modern day which doctor that decided to experient on me but I know will it will get me so I cannot..
Thank you! I'm glad you have found new hope from the information in my videos. Social isolation is the number one health risk in the US before the Covid shutdowns. Unfortunately, the last three years have caused this issue to rise exponentially.
Your experience with standard medical practitioners mirrors what I see in my office: a client comes in with a story like yours. For example, "I saw many doctors, but they couldn't find anything, so they recommended that I take an antidepressant, Gabapentin, etc. So I tried the meds, but they didn't help, and now I have no options. I've spend tons of time, money and effort and seen no results".
Yes, I won't bother trying to talk to the doctors or the medical schools. They want to avoid hearing feedback from laypeople or even professionals like me. So instead, I recommend spending your time and energy moving toward healing.
Now we know exactly how bad it is to wear a mask, especially for young kids.
I'm not sure how this comment relates to the vagus nerve?
It's very dangerous because they're not releasing that trauma that comes through the Vegas nerve... And not breathing on top of it... They go hand-in-hand this is the big hidden secret they don't want people to know about.
Along with mandatory vaccinations and lockdowns. Good for pharma profits
@@MichaelWestgate facial expressions, human interaction. masks are in the way.
Great explanation btw, thank you.
@@harriehoutman5154@harriehoutman5154 I'm glad you found it helpful; you're welcome!
We did not evolve from reptiles, there is no physical LINK/Evidence of that claim. 😂
I respect that you have this opinion but I don't agree. What sources are you relying on for your point of view?
@@MichaelWestgate the one from creator YHWH. "Darwinism" is but mere cultism that points away from YHWH as CREATOR of ALL THINGS.
There are those who are not able to accept this truth due to their religion of evolution/science. Therefore, they partake in playing the role to further that belief.
I pray FATHER YHWH reach your innerstanding as only you and HE can know, I pray YHWH bless you beyond measure and grant you peace beyond understanding. AMEN
Thank you for sharing your perspective with such conviction. I appreciate the depth of your faith and your prayers. It’s clear we come from different viewpoints, but I believe there's significant value in acknowledging the space where both scientific inquiry and spiritual belief can coexist and enrich our understanding of the world.
I hold the view that the realms of science, including theories of evolution, and deep spiritual beliefs, such as those guided by faith in YHWH, don’t necessarily have to negate each other. Arguing against evolution or negating the validity of spiritual belief both diminish the rich tapestry of human understanding and existence. I see them not as competitors but as complementary narratives that can coexist to deepen our appreciation of the mysteries of life and the universe.
In my journey, both science and spirituality have been vital, offering unique insights and guiding principles. I respect that our paths to understanding may differ, and I believe that this diversity of thought is something to be celebrated, not feared or contested.
Thank you again for your prayers and for engaging in this dialogue. I hope for peace and understanding to grow among all of us, regardless of our differing views.