Calm Your Vagus Nerve – Tip No.5

Have you ever gone to bed feeling exhausted, only to discover that your mind and body simply won’t switch off?

Stress, worry and the demands of everyday life can leave us feeling alert when we should be relaxing. During midlife, when life can bring additional physical and emotional changes, finding effective ways to calm the body before sleep can become even more important.

One part of our nervous system that plays an interesting role in relaxation is the vagus nerve.

What Is the Vagus Nerve?

The vagus nerve is an important part of the parasympathetic nervous system — the system involved in helping the body move towards a calmer, more relaxed state.

When we’re constantly rushing, worrying or dealing with stress, it can sometimes feel difficult to slow down at the end of the day. Creating moments that encourage relaxation can help prepare both the mind and body for rest.

And when it comes to sleep, learning how to relax is just as important as creating the right bedroom environment.

Watch Johann: The Vagus Nerve

In this short video, Johann Callaghan, Sleep Expert and International Bestselling Author, introduces the vagus nerve and its connection with relaxation and better sleep.

Johann offers a practical insight that you can incorporate into your wider sleep and wellbeing routine.

Watch the video below to discover how understanding your nervous system could help you relax, unwind and prepare for a more restful night.

Creating Calm Before Sleep

Better sleep isn’t always about trying harder to fall asleep. Sometimes, it’s about giving your body the right conditions to naturally move from the busyness of the day towards a state of rest.

Simple relaxation practices, combined with healthy sleep habits, can become valuable parts of your evening routine.

At the Midlife Butterfly Club, we encourage women to explore practical ways to support their health and wellbeing throughout midlife. Understanding how your body responds to stress — and learning how to create more moments of calm — can be another positive step towards sleeping and feeling better.

Quote:  Everything in life gets better when you get more sleep.  Johann Callaghan

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