sacred SOMATICS: kundalini yoga + the vagus nerve

WORKSHOP Series ~ COMING FALL 2025

In this practical and powerful offering, we will explore some of the ancient wisdom of Kundalini yoga through the lens of modern science and applied polyvagal theory. The Vagus Nerve, often called the “Highway of Love” and the “Central Tuning String” of the body, is the largest cranial nerve and the most complex nerve in the human body. It runs from the brain to the abdomen, so it’s no wonder it’s credited with much of our mind-body connection. Learn how the sacred practice of Kundalini yoga impacts this complex information channel, resulting in increased vagal tone. Some of the benefits of Kundalini yoga and vagal toning:

• higher awareness / mindfulness

• higher resilience for stress, change and challenge

• higher capacity for rest, recharge and recovery

• improved emotional regulation and mental state

• increased heart rate variability

• higher executive functioning

• reduced pain and inflammation

• promotes homeostasis and optimal conditions for healing

• promotes feelings of love, joy and belonging

• promotes relaxation / a sense of ease and well-being

• expands empathy / compassion for self and others

• produces elevated states of consciousness and other mystical spiritual experiences.

Each workshop will include an educational piece, with fresh perspectives and application through the practices. Workshops can be done in singles or as a full series. $33 per workshop, $99 for the full series. Space is limited, so advanced registration is required.