Este guia prático para compreender os nervos cranianos como chave para o nosso bem-estar psicológico e físico baseia-se na Teoria Polivagal de Stephen Porges — um dos desenvolvimentos mais importantes na neurobiologia humana dos últimos tempos. Com base em mais de trinta anos de experiência como terapeuta craniossacral e Rolfer, Stanley Rosenberg explora o papel crucial que o nervo vago desempenha na determinação dos nossos estados psicológicos e emocionais.
Customer Reviews (4.7 / 5 · 15 reviews)
Jason★★★★★
I've been reading a chapter each night and already feel more in tune with my body's stress signals. The breakdown of Polyvagal Theory into practical exercises makes it easier to apply to real life. It’s helped me calm down during anxious moments without overthinking it.
Chloe★★★★★
I was skeptical about all the buzz around Polyvagal Theory, but this book makes it surprisingly easy to understand with its clear breakdown of the cranial nerves and their role in anxiety. I've already begun using one of the grounding exercises during my commute—it actually helped calm my racing thoughts. Definitely worth the read for anyone curious about the mind-body connection.
Andrew★★★★★
The exercises for stimulating the vagus nerve through the breath are simple and effective—I’ve felt noticeably calmer after just a week of trying them. It finally makes the complex polyvagal theory accessible for daily use.
Christopher U.★★★★★
I finally understand why I feel so wired after stressful days—this book breaks down the vagus nerve theory in plain English without dumbing it down. The practical exercises, especially the simple breathing shifts, made a real difference within a week.
Eli★★★★★
The breathing exercises helped calm my racing thoughts within a few days, and I appreciate how it connects physical tension directly to nerve function.
Timothy★★★★★
Finally, a book that explains Polyvagal Theory in plain, practical language rather than dense academic jargon. I started using the simple breathing exercises from Chapter 4 and noticed my anxiety actually dropping within a few days. The paperback layout makes it easy to flip back to specific exercises during stressful moments.
Thomas★★★★★
I was skeptical about the vagus nerve claims, but the clear explanations and practical exercises in this book actually helped me reduce my anxiety within a week. The breathing techniques are simple yet surprisingly effective.
Kevin★★★★★
Finally, a book that translates the Polyvagal Theory into real, actionable exercises—the chapter on breath work and the vagal brake actually helped me calm my morning anxiety. I've been applying the concepts for just a week and already notice feeling more grounded.
Harper★★★★★
This book’s explanation of the vagus nerve’s role in calming the fight-or-flight response really clicked for me—I finally understand why deep breathing helps. The exercises are simple to follow and I’ve noticed a real difference in my sleep quality after just a few days.
Lucy★★★★★
I've been struggling with anxiety for years, and the way this book breaks down the vagus nerve's role in stress responses finally clicked for me—the step-by-step exercises in chapter four are already helping me regulate my sleep.