The Vagus Nerve, Well Being | How Reiki in Glasgow Can Help

The vagus nerve has a huge influence on how you feel, both physically and emotionally. It helps regulate your heart rate, digestion and mood. When it’s working well, you feel calm, clear headed and balanced. When it’s not, stress, anxiety, digestive issues and fatigue can creep in.

 

If you’ve been feeling off/tired, tense, or overwhelmed, your vagus nerve might need some attention. Reiki is one way to support it. Many people in Glasgow are turning to this gentle energy healing practice to reset their nervous system and improve their overall wellbeing.

What Does the Vagus Nerve Do?

Running from your brain down through your heart, lungs and digestive system, the vagus nerve is the longest cranial nerve in the body. It’s a key part of the parasympathetic nervous system, the system that helps you relax, heal and recover.

When the vagus nerve is strong and active, your body shifts into a restful state. Stress levels drop, digestion improves and a deep sense of calm takes over. But when it’s weak or overloaded, you might notice:

• Constant stress or anxiety

• Digestive issues like bloating, nausea or IBS

• Fatigue and brain fog

• A fast heart rate or high blood pressure

• Low mood or feelings of depression

• Trouble sleeping or waking up exhausted

Reiki can help reset the vagus nerve, bringing the nervous system back into balance.

How Reiki in Glasgow Supports the Vagus Nerve

Reiki is a gentle, hands on healing practice that encourages deep relaxation. Since the vagus nerve controls your body’s ability to rest and heal, Reiki can help stimulate and strengthen it naturally.

1. Helps the Body Relax

When stress builds up, your nervous system can get stuck in fight-or-flight mode, making it hard to wind down. Reiki shifts the body into a restful state, slowing the heart rate, relaxing muscles, and allowing the nervous system to reset.

2. Eases Stress & Anxiety

The vagus nerve helps regulate stress hormones like cortisol. Reiki encourages the body to release tension, lowering stress levels and creating a sense of peace. Many people feel lighter and more at ease after a session.

3. Supports Digestion & Gut Health

Your brain and gut are constantly communicating through the vagus nerve. When that connection is weak, digestion slows, leading to bloating, discomfort and IBS symptoms. Reiki helps by calming the nervous system, reducing stress related digestive issues and improving gut function.

4. Improves Sleep & Boosts Energy

A dysregulated nervous system can make it hard to sleep and leave you feeling drained during the day. Reiki helps rebalance energy flow, making it easier to fall asleep, stay asleep and wake up feeling refreshed.

5. Brings Emotional Stability

The vagus nerve plays a big role in mood regulation. If it’s not functioning properly, you may feel emotionally exhausted or easily overwhelmed. Reiki helps release stored emotions, creating a sense of stability and inner calm.

Simple Vagus Nerve Reset: Try This at Home

Between Reiki sessions, you can help strengthen your vagus nerve with this simple breathing exercise:

1️⃣ Find a comfortable, quiet spot to sit.

2️⃣ Inhale slowly through your nose for 4 seconds.

3️⃣ Hold your breath for 4 seconds.

4️⃣ Exhale through your mouth for 6–8 seconds, making the exhale longer than the inhale.

5️⃣ Repeat for 2–5 minutes, focusing on the feeling of the breath and the gentle rhythm of your body.

This technique sends a signal to your nervous system that it’s safe to relax, helping to reduce stress and improve overall balance.

Try Reiki in Glasgow for Vagus Nerve Support

If stress, anxiety, or physical tension have been weighing you down, your vagus nerve may need some extra care. Reiki offers a gentle, natural way to bring your body and mind back into balance.

Many people in Glasgow are already experiencing the benefits of Reiki deeper relaxation, better sleep, improved digestion and a greater sense of wellbeing. If you’re curious, why not see what it can do for you?

🕉️  Book a Reiki session today and start feeling more calm, balanced, and energized.