CategoriesTruvaga InsightsStress and sleep problems often feed each other in a frustrating loop—you can’t sleep because you’re stressed, and you’re more stressed because you can’t sleep. Vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) offers a way to interrupt that cycle by working directly with your nervous system. This guide walks you through how VNS devices work, what to look […]
CategoriesWomen’s HealthYour body doesn’t experience stress, sleep problems, and hormone issues as separate events; they’re three parts of one feedback loop. When chronic stress keeps cortisol elevated, it blocks melatonin production and fragments your sleep. Poor sleep then lowers your stress resilience and disrupts the hormones that regulate your cycle, metabolism, and mood, which makes you […]
CategoriesSelf-Care & WellnessIf you’re like most of us, you’re heading into the new year with a complicated mix of ambition and fatigue. We want to feel calmer, more focused, more present, and yet the demands on our time seem greater than ever. The good news is that calm isn’t a personality trait you’re born with or without. […]
CategoriesStress ManagementDo you ever feel a bit frazzled as you head into a new year after a hectic holiday season? Often, the start of the new year turns into an anxiety-ridden obstacle course of cleaning up after the holidays and setting new goals for the New Year. What should be a fresh start turns into a […]
CategoriesSelf-Care & WellnessAs we approach the end of another year, many of us start thinking about what resolutions we’ll make (and hopefully keep) once January hits. But what if the most impactful wellness change you could make didn’t need to wait for the New Year? What if you could start today, and by the time January arrives, […]
CategoriesWomen’s HealthYou jolt awake at 3 a.m., heart pounding, thoughts racing through tomorrow’s to-do list or replaying a conversation from last week. Your sheets are damp, your mind won’t quiet, and you know you’ll be exhausted tomorrow, again. This isn’t just stress or bad sleep habits. When estrogen and progesterone decline during perimenopause, they take your […]
CategoriesWomen’s HealthYou’re navigating a stressful week at work when your teenage daughter announces she needs help with college applications tonight, your mother calls asking for a ride to her doctor’s appointment, and your partner reminds you about the dinner party you’re hosting this weekend. Suddenly, your heart races, your chest tightens, and you feel an overwhelming […]
CategoriesStress ManagementAs the holiday season approaches, many of us find ourselves in a flurry of shopping, social gatherings, and festive buffet lines. While this time of year is frequently anticipated as a time of joy and togetherness, it can quickly become overwhelming and stressful. Many begin to feel the stress of increased financial, time, and social […]
CategoriesVagus Nerve EducationHave you ever noticed how difficult it is to stick to healthy routines when you’re stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed? You’re not alone. I’ve worked with hundreds of clients on their health upgrade journeys, and one of the most common challenges they face is incorporating new habits, especially when their nervous system is under pressure. It’s […]
CategoriesSleep HealthSleep is one of the most powerful tools for your health, yet millions of us struggle to get it right. Nearly two-thirds of Americans fall short of the recommended 7 to 9 hours of sleep each night.[1] Even when we do get the hours, that rest can feel anything but restorative, thanks to stress, irregular […]
