Vagus Nerve Tapping: A Complete Guide to Natural Nervous System Regulation

Ever feel stuck in a state of stress or anxiety, unable to find your way back to calm? The solution might lie in an unexpected combination: the vagus nerve and EFT Tapping. Vagus nerve Tapping is emerging as a gentle yet powerful way to support your nervous system’s natural ability to find balance. 

This non-invasive approach offers a practical tool for those seeking greater calm and emotional regulation in their daily lives. Ready to learn all about it? Let’s dive in. 

What is vagus nerve Tapping?

Vagus nerve tapping is a specialized form of EFT Tapping that focuses on supporting healthy nervous system function. It combines two therapeutic approaches:

EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) Tapping – A mind-body technique involving gentle tapping on specific acupressure points while focusing on what is causing you distress.Vagus nerve toning – Supporting your vagus nerve to function optimally, so it can promote health, well-being, vitality, and more..

By Tapping on specific points while focusing on calming thoughts and breathing, you can stimulate your vagus nerve and help regulate your nervous system naturally.

Understanding the vagus nerve

The vagus nerve acts as a two-way communication highway between your brain and body. It extends from your brainstem through your:

Face and throatHeart and lungsStomach and intestines

This nerve plays a crucial role in:

Regulating heart rateSupporting digestionManaging inflammationControlling anxiety and stress responsesPromoting emotional regulationSupporting immune function

Toning your vagus nerve helps it to function optimally, allowing us to respond to stress effectively, feel safe and grounded in the moment, heal and recover from physical strain, tune into your intuition, and more.  

Go here to learn more about the benefits of toning your vagus nerve.

Benefits of vagus nerve Tapping

Research shows that both EFT Tapping and healthy vagal tone can support wellbeing in multiple ways. When combined thoughtfully, these approaches may offer comprehensive benefits:

Physical Health and RecoveryStress Hormone Regulation: Research shows EFT Tapping can reduce cortisol levels by up to 43% after just one hour of practiceBetter Sleep: By calming the nervous system, you may find your sleep quality increases and you have an easier time falling asleepDigestive Support: A balanced nervous system supports proper digestive functionPain Management: Less stress and tension in the body can help relieve painImmune Function: Reducing stress through Tapping and vagus nerve toning may support overall immune system functionEmotional Balance and RegulationAnxiety Relief: Tapping leads to an average 41% reduction in anxiety after just 9 minutes of Tapping. Vagus nerve Tapping for anxiety is an effective approach for those looking for a non-invasive solutionStress Management: Regular practice helps build resilience to daily stressorsEmotional Processing: Vagus nerve toning and Tapping both provide tools to work through difficult emotions safely and effectivelyMood Support: Many find these practices help stabilize mood fluctuationsGreater Calm: Regular practice can help you return to a balanced state more easily when life’s stressors throw you off Mental Clarity and IntuitionEnhanced Focus: A regulated nervous system supports better concentrationDecision Making: When you feel calmer and more at ease you can access clearer thinkingCreative Flow: Many users report increased creativity when their nervous system is balancedMind-Body Connection: Vagus nerve Tapping strengthens awareness of internal signals and intuitionMental Flexibility: This practice can help you develop more adaptable responses to challenges

The beauty of Tapping for vagus nerve toning is that these benefits often build on each other. Better sleep can lead to improved emotional regulation… which can support clearer decision making… and so on.

As your nervous system finds better balance, you may notice improvements across multiple areas of life, like your relationships, career, family life, creativity, personal growth, and more. 

Basic vagus nerve Tapping exercise

Start with this basic Tapping sequence for vagus nerve toning:

1. Assess how you feel Take a few deep breaths and check in with yourself. How do you feel? Rate how stressed, anxious, or out of balance you feel on a scale from 0 to 10, with 10 being the most intense.

2. Tap on the Side of the Hand (setup statement):Take a deep breath in and outTap gently on the Side of the Hand point while repeating your setup statement three timesExample: “Even though I feel stressed and overwhelmed, I choose to activate my body’s natural ability to find calm”3. Tap through the points in order:Tap through the following points in order as you breathe deeply and visualize your vagus nerve and entire nervous system coming into balance and functioning with harmony and ease:Eyebrow Side of the eyeUnder the eyeUnder the noseUnder the mouthCollarboneUnder the armTop of the head

4. Reassess how you feel Take a few deep breaths and check in with yourself again. How do you feel now? Give the intensity a number again on the same 0 to 10 scale. If the intensity is still higher than you’d like, and you don’t feel calm and relaxed yet, you can keep Tapping through the points until you feel better. Getting started with Tapping for vagus nerve stimulation

Vagus nerve tapping offers a powerful, natural way to regulate your nervous system and enhance overall wellbeing. By combining the ancient wisdom of pressure points with modern understanding of neuroscience, this practice provides an accessible tool for stress management, emotional regulation, and personal-growth.

Ready to experience the benefits yourself? The Tapping Solution App offers guided vagus nerve Tapping sessions focused on three primary benefits:

Physical Healing and Recovery A Tapping and visualization process to activate the healing power of the vagus nerve. Ideal for times when your body could use some extra support to recover, this powerful session will leave you feeling replenished and revitalized.

Emotional Balance and Ease

A Tapping and visualization process to activate the calming power of the vagus nerve. This soothing session is designed to balance your emotions and help you feel ready to handle whatever comes your way with greater ease.

Inner Wisdom and Clarity

A powerful Tapping and visualization process to activate the power of the vagus nerve and connect with your own inner wisdom. This powerful session will help you tune into your intuition so you can make decisions from a clearer, deeper, wiser place.

Download The Tapping Solution App today and explore our specialized vagus nerve tapping sessions.

Until next time… Keep Tapping!

Nick Ortner

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