About Lesson
- Understanding the Nervous System
- The autonomic nervous system (ANS) has two main branches: the sympathetic nervous system (SNS) and the parasympathetic nervous system (PNS).
- The SNS is responsible for the “fight or flight” response, while the PNS is responsible for the “rest and digest” response.
- Breath is a powerful tool to switch from the SNS to the PNS, promoting relaxation and reducing stress.
- Breath and the Vagus Nerve
- The vagus nerve is a key component of the PNS.
- Stimulating the vagus nerve through deep, diaphragmatic breathing can help to calm the mind and body.