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Here are some resources where you might find a morsel of calmness.

The 12 Cranial Nerves

The Wandering Vagus Nerve

More About the Vagus Nerve*
*The updated link for "About VeRELIEF" is here

Hearts & Water
Accessing the Healing Power of the Vagus Nerve: Self-Help Exercises for Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, and Autism
This book has a very comprehensive first section about the anatomy and function of the Vagus Nerve with progressive exercises in Part 2.

The Basic Exercise by Stanley Rosenberg
Youtube video. This exercise can be done without placing the hands behind your head if that range of motion is not available to you.

Why Humming Could Be Your Ticket to Near-Instant Calm
Want to know more about the calming benefits of humming?
Hoolest – Vagus Nerve Stimulator
Local company with an easy to use, affordable stimulator.

As part of Affiliate Appreciation Month, we’re celebrating partners who inspire us daily by sharing Hoolest products and helping others discover the power of nervous system health.

This week’s spotlight is on Sari Lewis, OTR/L, RCST®, founder of Sari Hands PLC in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Sari has been with Hoolest since the very beginning. As one of the first 10 affiliates—and the only practitioner at the time offering body-based therapy—she played a pivotal role in shaping how VeRelief is used today.

💬 “Several protocols on the Prime are based on ways I was using the device for nausea, jaw and facial pain, and headaches,” she shared.

Through her Craniosacral Therapy practice, Sari helps clients calm their nervous systems and heal holistically. She also regularly recommends VeRelief devices for both in-session support and at-home use.

One memorable moment? Sari used VeRelief herself to reset after a high-stress experience when she encountered six wasps in her home (she’s highly allergic). “It really activated my nervous system until I used my device,” she recalled.

📚 Explore Sari’s Work and Resources:

  • 🌿 Learn about her holistic Craniosacral Therapy practice: sarihands.com
  • 🦸‍♂️ Meet Mr. Vagus Nerve—an educational superhero sharing tips and insights: Mr Vagus Nerve

🌟 Sari’s story is a perfect example of how our partners—whether clinicians, creators, or passionate individuals—are helping others reset and reclaim their calm.

Want to inspire others like Sari?Share your story with your audience this week. You never know who might need it—and each referral makes a difference.

Let’s bring relief to more people, together,

Hoolest Affiliate Team
The Vagus Nerve in Therapeutic Practice
Here is a summary and helpful exercise in a book written by my colleague Ann Baldwin. While this book was written for practitioners, it contains helpful information and resources that anyone can use.
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The webe kälm device is an inexpensive tool that was developed for children but is also useful for adults. I got one for my adult son who says that he finds it relaxing. It helps you feel calm and relaxed by using fun breathing exercises. When you use it, you take slow, deep breaths and try to keep a ball floating in the air. It also makes a soothing sound when you blow out. All of this helps your body relax, lowers your heart rate, and makes you feel less stressed. It’s a great tool to help you manage your feelings and feel better overall.
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This is a great printable tool for teaching children (and adults) a less complicated explanation of the nervous system.

USE CODE: HAPPY25 to get 25% off your first order.
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Dr. Arielle Schwartz is a clinical psychologist and leading voice in the healing of trauma. She is an internationally sought-out teacher and author of seven books including The Complex PTSD Workbook, The Post-Traumatic Growth Guidebook, EMDR Therapy and Somatic Psychology, and Applied Polyvagal Theory in Yoga. As the founder of the Center for Resilience Informed Therapy, she offers a mind-body approach to therapy for trauma and informational mental health and wellness updates through her writing, public speaking, social media presence, and blog. She believes that the journey of trauma recovery is an awakening of the spiritual heart. Learn more at www.drarielleschwartz.com and resilienceinformedtherapy.com.

Please note that Dr. Schwartz is no longer accepting new patients, but she does offer a variety of courses and other resources on her websites for both personal and professional support and development.
Please let me know which things are helpful for you as we continue to explore the Wandering Vagus Nerve.
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