Nervous System Reset: 3 Somatic Practices to Restore Calm in Your Day

In a world where stress is constant and rest feels like a luxury, our nervous systems often operate in overdrive. Chronic stress impacts not only our mental health, but our digestion, sleep, and energy levels. The good news? You don’t need hours of meditation or fancy tools to reset.

In this blog, we’ll explore 3 simple somatic practices you can start using today to regulate your nervous system and restore your sense of calm.

3 Practices to Try Today 

✅ Orienting Look around your environment slowly. Let your eyes land on colors, shapes, and textures. This practice tells your body, “You are safe.”

✅ Vagus Nerve Breath Try breathing in for 4 counts, holding for 2, and exhaling for 6. This activates your parasympathetic nervous system, promoting rest and digestion.

✅ Self-Touch Grounding Place one hand over your chest, one on your belly. Breathe gently. The warmth of your touch sends soothing signals to your brain.

Don’t Overthink It These practices take only minutes — consistency matters more than perfection. The more often you pause and reset, the more regulated your system becomes.

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