Review of The Vagus Nerve Protocol
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Review of The Vagus Nerve Protocol
[Following is a volunteer review of "The Vagus Nerve Protocol" by Adele Payne.]
The Vagus Nerve Protocol by Adele Payne is a practical, empathetic, and science-backed protocol for calming your nervous system, regaining inner peace, and healing from the inside out. This book is far from a theoretical self-help book; the protocol in the book walks readers through gentle daily exercises that speak to the body's biology and trauma responses, especially for those living in chronic stress or survival mode.
The book introduces the vagus nerve as the longest cranial nerve in the body, a central player in regulating stress, digestion, sleep, emotional resilience, and more. Adele Payne explains that many people are not lazy or weak; they're just simply stuck in a dysregulated nervous system, caused mostly by unhealed trauma, chronic tension, or an overstimulating lifestyle.
The book's 28-day protocol includes breathwork, grounding techniques, posture shifts, somatic movement, and sensory exercises that will help in the recovery process.
One of the book's greatest strengths is its non-judgmental and encouraging tone. It focuses on safety, self-respect, and self-compassion, which I really find encouraging as someone who prefers calm and peace of mind.
The author references polyvagal theory, neuroplasticity, and somatic therapy in simple and easy-to-understand language, making the book suitable for beginners and seasoned wellness readers. The book can help anyone understand how their body reacts to stress and how to calm it.
The 28-day plan is well-structured at the same time flexible. It contains real-life applications, and it's perfect for busy individuals like myself who prefer evidence-based routines that fit real life without overwhelming demands.
Unlike many self-help books that push hustle culture, this book invites the reader to slow down, which I find encouraging. Healing is not about striving but about offering consistent signals of safety to the body.
Some of the ideas are repeated throughout the book. While this may help reinforce key points, some readers may find it redundant, especially those who prefer a more concise read.
For a book that relies on body-based exercises, I feel that illustrations or diagrams would have helped explain some of the techniques more clearly.
This book will be greatly beneficial to people dealing with anxiety, burnout, chronic stress, digestive issues, or trauma. Readers who enjoy practical wellness with a scientific foundation will also enjoy the book.
People like me who value internal peace and prefer to make decisions based on facts and science-backed understanding will greatly benefit.
I rate this book a 4 out of 5 stars. Though it contains some drawbacks like redundancy and zero use of visual aids to explain the techniques, it is well-edited, empowering, backed by science, calming, and deeply encouraging. I recommend this book to anyone looking to reclaim their calm without feeling pressured in the process of doing so.
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The Vagus Nerve Protocol
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The Vagus Nerve Protocol by Adele Payne is a practical, empathetic, and science-backed protocol for calming your nervous system, regaining inner peace, and healing from the inside out. This book is far from a theoretical self-help book; the protocol in the book walks readers through gentle daily exercises that speak to the body's biology and trauma responses, especially for those living in chronic stress or survival mode.
The book introduces the vagus nerve as the longest cranial nerve in the body, a central player in regulating stress, digestion, sleep, emotional resilience, and more. Adele Payne explains that many people are not lazy or weak; they're just simply stuck in a dysregulated nervous system, caused mostly by unhealed trauma, chronic tension, or an overstimulating lifestyle.
The book's 28-day protocol includes breathwork, grounding techniques, posture shifts, somatic movement, and sensory exercises that will help in the recovery process.
One of the book's greatest strengths is its non-judgmental and encouraging tone. It focuses on safety, self-respect, and self-compassion, which I really find encouraging as someone who prefers calm and peace of mind.
The author references polyvagal theory, neuroplasticity, and somatic therapy in simple and easy-to-understand language, making the book suitable for beginners and seasoned wellness readers. The book can help anyone understand how their body reacts to stress and how to calm it.
The 28-day plan is well-structured at the same time flexible. It contains real-life applications, and it's perfect for busy individuals like myself who prefer evidence-based routines that fit real life without overwhelming demands.
Unlike many self-help books that push hustle culture, this book invites the reader to slow down, which I find encouraging. Healing is not about striving but about offering consistent signals of safety to the body.
Some of the ideas are repeated throughout the book. While this may help reinforce key points, some readers may find it redundant, especially those who prefer a more concise read.
For a book that relies on body-based exercises, I feel that illustrations or diagrams would have helped explain some of the techniques more clearly.
This book will be greatly beneficial to people dealing with anxiety, burnout, chronic stress, digestive issues, or trauma. Readers who enjoy practical wellness with a scientific foundation will also enjoy the book.
People like me who value internal peace and prefer to make decisions based on facts and science-backed understanding will greatly benefit.
I rate this book a 4 out of 5 stars. Though it contains some drawbacks like redundancy and zero use of visual aids to explain the techniques, it is well-edited, empowering, backed by science, calming, and deeply encouraging. I recommend this book to anyone looking to reclaim their calm without feeling pressured in the process of doing so.
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The Vagus Nerve Protocol
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