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The vagus nerve as an inner anchor

Product information "The vagus nerve as an inner anchor"

We all know situations in which we overreact. However, we can train our nervous system to respond to the world with more ease and calm. In this practical user guide , you will learn how to use the Polyvagal Theory to move from a place of fear and panic to a grounded state of equilibrium. Internationally renowned therapist Deb Dana explains how you can utilise your vagus nerve, which sends signals directly from your body to your brain. In numerous exercises, meditations and self-observations , she shows how you can work with this innate ability of the body to cope with stress, conflicts and physical complaints. In this way, we create moments of safety in which we can anchor ourselves .



With a foreword by Stephen W. Porges, the founder of the Polyvagal Theory

"Deb Dana explains the rightly celebrated Polyvagal Theory by Stephen W. Porges in clear and concise language for the layperson. Through simple exercises, she opens up a new understanding of our autonomic nervous system. She shows how we can make it our friend and use its healing powers to connect with ourselves and our environment."

Dr Gabor Maté, author of "When the body says no" (31 May 2021)

Translated from by Ursula Bischoff
Original title: Anchored. How to befriend your nervous system using polyvagal.
Original publisher: Sounds True
With foreword by Stephen W. Porges
Paperback, softcover, 272 pages, 13.5 x 21.5 cm, 8 b/w illustrations
ISBN: 978-3-466-34786-5
Published on 26 April 2022

Deb Dana is a therapist and consultant to the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium at the Kinsey Institute, author of The Polyvagal Theory in Therapy, and co-editor of Clinical Applications of Polyvagal Theory. Deb Dana uses Polyvagal Theory to find solutions to the effects of trauma in our lives. She has developed a training programme called Rhythm of Regulation, teaches internationally and specialises in using the possibilities and insights of Polyvagal Theory for clinical work with trauma survivors.