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I lost 23 years of my life because I had no idea my Vagus nerve was keeping me stuck in survival mode

For years, I couldn’t understand why therapy, breathwork, and mindset work weren’t helping.

Now I know: when your Vagus nerve is stuck, your body needs a completely different kind of signal...

On this page, discover a trauma-informed approach developed by leading somatic practitioners — designed to gently help your body release chronic survival responses and reclaim a sense of safety.

For years, I felt like my body was failing me.

 

It wasn’t just that I was exhausted 24/7.

It was this constant, invisible tension — like every muscle in my body was clenched, even when I was lying in bed.

My heart would race out of nowhere.
I’d feel this jittery undercurrent in my skin... buzzing, restless... like my body was waiting for something bad to happen.

But the worst part? I couldn’t turn it off.

No matter how peaceful the room was…
No matter how quiet the day was…
No matter how much I told myself “you’re safe”…

My body felt permanently stuck — wired, tense, exhausted.

 

So I stopped saying yes to invitations.

Going out with friends felt impossible — I couldn’t predict when the crash would hit, or when the tension would spike.

I missed birthdays.
I stopped traveling.
I stopped planning anything.

Even things I loved — like going to the beach, dancing, hiking — felt out of reach.

Some days, just getting dressed felt like too much.

I would sit on the edge of my bed in the morning, frozen... knowing what I should do…

 

But my body felt like it was moving through quicksand.

I grieved the life I used to imagine for myself.

I had dreams of starting my own business... of traveling more... of being present with my partner... of having the energy to play with my kids or nieces...

Instead, I was constantly in survival mode. Half-present. Half-alive.

And the worst part was, no one really understood.

On the outside, I looked fine.

 

But inside? It felt like I was dragging a body I couldn’t trust.

I started wondering if this was just how life was going to be for me.

Maybe I was too sensitive.
Maybe I was broken.

But deep down, something in me kept whispering:

“This isn’t who you really are. This isn’t how life is supposed to feel.”

So of course... I tried everything I could to fix it.

Talk therapy.
Yoga.
Acupuncture.
Chakra alignment.
Meditation.
Somatic workshops.
Breathwork.

If someone told me “this will help regulate your nervous system” — I tried it.

If a therapist promised “you’ll feel lighter after this session” — I booked it.

 

I wasted thousands of dollars… And lost count of how many appointments I went to.

Sometimes I’d leave a session feeling a little hopeful… But by the next day?

The same heaviness.
The same wired exhaustion.
The same deep sense of being stuck.

I couldn’t understand it.

Why wasn’t anything working?

Everyone else seemed to be having breakthroughs...

Everyone else seemed to be finding relief...

 

And here I was doing everything “right”... and still waking up with that same trapped feeling in my body.

Session after session, I’d ask:

“Why can’t I feel calm?”
“Why does my body feel like this… even when my life is stable now?”
“Why can’t I turn this off?”

And therapist after therapist would give me the same answer:

 

“You’re just highly sensitive.”
“It takes time.”
“Let’s keep exploring your childhood.”

 

But the more they talked about my past…

The more “work” I did on myself... 

The more frustrated I became.

Because deep down, I knew:

This wasn’t about unprocessed memories.
This wasn’t about mindset.
This wasn’t about my childhood anymore.

Something was happening in my body — right now — and no one was giving me the tools to change it.

 

And that’s when the anger started to build…

How could all these professionals with all their training not see this?

How could they keep handing me tools that clearly weren’t working for me?

Why was I spending years and thousands of dollars only to end up in the same place?

One night, after yet another appointment that left me more discouraged than helped...

I sat in my car, gripping the steering wheel, and thought:

 

“I’m done.”

 

Done giving away my power.
Done waiting for someone else to “fix” me.
Done chasing tools that didn’t get to the real root.

That night, I went home and started searching.

Not for another therapist.
Not for another healing modality.
Not for another “7-step nervous system reset.”

I started searching for answers. Real answers.

I read late into the night.

Study after study…
Article after article…

And somewhere, buried deep in a trauma research forum, I stumbled across something that stopped me cold:

 

Survival mode is a state of the nervous system.
When chronic, it is maintained by ongoing input from the body — especially via the vagus nerve.”

I sat there, staring at those words.

And everything inside me said:

“YES. This. THIS is what’s happening.”

The more I read, the clearer it became:

 

The vagus nerve controls whether your body is in fight-or-flight, freeze, or rest-and-repair.

 

It runs from your brain all the way to your gut…

And it’s meant to help you survive real danger — and then bring you back to calm when the danger is gone.

But under chronic stress, trauma, or long-term overwhelm… That system can get stuck.

And when it does?

Your vagus nerve keeps sending signals that say:

“You’re not safe. Stay on high alert.”

THAT’S why I could sit in a perfectly calm room... and still feel wired, tense, exhausted.

 

THAT’S why therapy hadn’t helped.

THAT’S why mindset work hadn’t helped.

Because my body wasn’t responding to top-down signals.

But here’s what hit me hardest:

Most doctors and therapists are never trained to work with this.

They don’t understand how to retrain the nervous system from the bottom up — through the body.

Which meant they were giving me tools that could never reach the root of the problem.

I remember sitting there, hands shaking, heart pounding — but this time from hope.

For the first time, I had words for what was happening.

This wasn’t in my head.

 

My body wasn’t broken. It was doing exactly what it was wired to do… It just didn’t know how to stop.

 

But knowing what the problem was…

I still didn’t know how to fix it.

I started searching again.

Page after page.

 Forum after forum.

 Video after video.

How do you reset a stuck vagus nerve?
How do you teach the nervous system it’s safe?

 

But everything I found seemed either:

Too clinical… And impossible to apply on my own.

Too “woo” and ungrounded…

Too intense (which my system absolutely couldn’t handle at that point).

I didn’t want another heavy program that asked me to push harder.

I didn’t want to be re-triggered.

I didn’t want to have to explain my trauma history one more time.

 

I needed something gentle. Safe. Something designed for a body that was already overloaded — not asking for more.

 

And then, one night, of all places, scrolling through Facebook, I came across a post that caught my eye.

Someone in a trauma-informed healing group mentioned a program called: Neurotoned

They said:

I clicked through.

And what I saw was different from anything else I’d come across.

It wasn’t a mindset program.
It wasn’t therapy.
It wasn’t breathwork.
It wasn’t yoga.

 

It was a trauma-informed, somatic program — designed specifically to work with the nervous system, through gentle, rhythmic, body-based signals of safety.

Signals my body could actually receive — even in the state it was in.

The language spoke directly to where I was:

“Small, rhythmic somatic cues of safety that help gently bring the nervous system out of survival mode.”

Not tools that overwhelm.
Not “just think positive.”
Not “just move more.”
Not “just process more.”

But an approach that meets you exactly where you are — and works with your body’s natural rhythms to rebuild a felt sense of safety.

For the first time, it wasn’t about “doing more”.

It was about doing LESS — but in a way that actually spoke to my nervous system.

I read through the page.
I read through the testimonials. There were hundreds.
I read through the background of the team behind it.

And every part of me said:

 

“THIS. This is what I’ve been looking for.”

Members who had struggled with crushing fatigue their entire lives were feeling lighter within the first week.

Others plagued with anxiety were finding the best sleep of their lives with the very first practice...

And the fact other therapist were going to this program to expand their own toolbox told me everything I needed to know.

This was THE resource I wish I had known YEARS ago, before all of the pain.

I decided to try it.

Not because I was convinced it would “fix everything overnight.”

But because for the first time, it honored what my body had been trying to tell me all along.

The first time I opened Neurotoned, I’ll be honest… I was nervous.

I’d tried so many programs that left me feeling worse — either too intense, too demanding, or too triggering.

But right away, this felt different.

No forced breathwork. No expectation to “push through.”

Just a simple, gentle invitation:

You don’t have to feel ready. You just need one small opening where your body can begin to feel safe again.”

The first practice was short — just a few minutes.

A small, rhythmic movement... combined with subtle breath and touch cues...

Just tiny signals of safety — sent through the body — that my nervous system could receive.

I didn’t feel a massive shift that first day.

But the next morning...

I noticed something.

 

The wired, buzzing tension that usually hit me the moment I opened my eyes… Was quieter. Softer.

That tiny shift gave me hope I kept going.

Every day, a few minutes.

That was it.

No big life overhaul.
No “sticking to a perfect routine.”
No journaling marathons.
No explaining my trauma history.

Just meeting my body where it was — with practices designed by people who actually understood how the nervous system heals.

By the end of the first week… My shoulders were dropping more often.

I caught myself taking deeper breaths — without trying.

I was feeling little glimmers of calm... in moments where before I’d always been on high alert.

 

By the end of the first month, I felt like myself again… For the first time in years.

The crashes were happening less often.
The wired exhaustion was loosening its grip.
I started feeling like I could trust my body again — even in small ways.

 

And most importantly... I no longer felt broken.

 

I finally understood:

“This is not my fault.
This is not permanent.
My body is learning it’s safe again.”

If you’ve been reading this…

And any part of my story feels familiar...

If you’ve felt trapped in a body that won’t calm down — no matter how much healing work you’ve done...

If you’ve grieved the life you thought you’d have...

If you’ve tried everything — and still feel stuck...

I want you to know this, too:

You are not broken.

Your body is not beyond help.

And this is not permanent.

 

Your nervous system has simply been doing what it was wired to do: Protect you.

It just needs a new kind of signal...

One that speaks to it through the body — not through effort, or trying, or pushing.

That’s what Neurotoned was built to offer.

A gentle, body-first path back to safety...

Through small, rhythmic practices that your body can actually receive...

Even if you’re starting from the most stuck place.

 

And if you’ve read this far, something in you already knows it’s time to stop living in survival mode.

 It’s time to give your body the signals it’s been waiting for.

And if you say yes today — right here on this page — you’ll also save $41 off the full program price most members pay to get:

Lifetime access to the full Neurotoned program — yours to return to anytime

60+ expert-guided, body-based practices — short, flexible, and fully trauma-informed

✅ A path designed specifically for healing chronic nervous system dysregulation — not a generic “wellness” program

✅ Practices you can do in 5–10 minutes a day — even on your hardest days

✅ No triggering. No forced breathwork. No yoga. No catharsis.

✅ A truly body-first approach — built for those who’ve already tried everything else and still feel stuck

But most importantly...

You won’t just get “a program.”

You’ll give your body the one thing it’s been waiting for all along:

 

A real signal that it’s safe to come out of survival mode.

Imagine when you wake up just a few weeks, if not days, from now with less tension in your body…

 

A quieter mind…

Fewer “crash” days…

Glimmers of calm showing up more often…

Trusting your body again — instead of fighting it…

Finally feeling like life isn’t slipping away in survival mode anymore…

You don’t have to feel ready.

You don’t have to feel calm.

You just need one small opening — one “yes” — to begin.

And because I know how much courage it takes to try one more thing after so many disappointments...

 

Neurotoned comes with a full 30-day money-back guarantee.

 

If it doesn’t feel right for you — or your body doesn’t respond — simply email us within 30 days and you’ll receive a full refund. No pressure. No shame.

But if it does work...

It may just be the beginning of a new chapter — one where you can finally start living from a place of safety... instead of survival.

 

And if you’re ready to take that first step — and save $41 while this offer is still active — you can start here:

Due to overwhelming demand, we are temporarily offering this program at a $41 discount to make it more accessible during this time.
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  • 60+ expert-guided exercises to retrain your nervous system
  • 10-minute gentle video practices a day
  • Backed by leading somatic therapists and scientific research
  • Empathetic, trauma-informed approach to healing
  • Real relief from the effects of chronic exhaustion & anxiety
  • Money-back guarantee if you don't experience results
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This is not a “quick fix” or an intense training.

 

It’s a gentle, body-first path to helping your nervous system remember what safety feels like — so you can begin to reclaim your life from chronic dysregulation.

Every practice is:

✅ Designed by trauma-informed somatic experts
✅ 5–10 minutes (or less)
✅ Fully accessible — no prior experience needed
✅ No breathwork, no yoga, no forced catharsis
✅ Safe for highly sensitive and complex trauma survivors

 Your body can’t heal until it feels safe.

In Week 1, you’ll begin by gently introducing small, rhythmic signals of safety to your nervous system — helping it begin to shift out of chronic survival mode.

Practices focus on:

✅ Calming hypervigilance
✅ Softening muscle bracing and tension patterns
✅ Supporting down-regulation of fight-or-flight and freeze states
✅ Cultivating “glimmers” of safety through body-first cues

All practices can be done seated or lying down — and can be modified for any level of mobility or energy.

Plus, you'll get 30 Additional Techniques Curated by Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, Dr. Kim DiRe', when you sign up today.

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Frequently Asked Questions

 

What exactly is the Neurotoned 30-Day Program?
It’s a trauma-informed, nervous system healing program designed to gently rewire your brain and body out of chronic stress. Using short, daily techniques rooted in vagus nerve science, somatic movement, and therapeutic mindfulness, the program helps you feel calmer, more grounded, and more you... without needing to talk about the past or relive trauma.


Is this a yoga program? What if I’m not flexible?
This is not traditional yoga. The movements are slow, gentle, and designed for nervous system regulation... not for fitness or flexibility. Many participants do the entire program from a chair or even in bed. There’s no pressure to “perform” anything. Just small, daily actions that help your body feel safe again.

 

Do I need to do it every day?

You can go at your own pace. Some people follow the 30 days in a row. Others space it out. Once you join, you get lifetime access... so you’re never behind. You’re in charge.

 

How long are the daily sessions?

Most practices take 5–15 minutes a day. We made it short on purpose... so it’s something you can stick with even on tough days. And we promise: even these short sessions can make a huge difference when repeated consistently.


What if I have mobility issues or chronic pain?
Many of our participants live with chronic illness, fatigue, or pain. Every practice is gentle and body-safe, and we include modifications and chair-friendly options throughout. We’re also actively adding new content designed specifically for those with mobility challenges.


Is this therapy?
No. Neurotoned isn’t a replacement for medical care or professional therapy. It’s a guided, self-regulation program that gives you tools to support your healing in between or alongside other treatments. Think of it as the daily nervous system hygiene most of us were never taught.


Will this help if I’ve tried everything else and nothing’s worked?
That’s exactly what most of our members say before starting. Neurotoned doesn’t require “talking it out” or pushing through. It works with your biology—starting with the hidden nerve that controls your stress responses. This program helps you feel safe first, and then your mind starts to shift.


Is this based in science?
Yes. Every technique in the program is backed by evidence-based approaches like polyvagal theory, somatic psychology, and vagus nerve stimulation. We also work with licensed experts and trauma-informed practitioners who specialize in nervous system healing.


I don’t have a trauma history... Can this still help?
Yes. Whether you’re healing from trauma, burnout, anxiety, or just feeling stuck, this program helps calm your body and reset your stress response. It's for anyone whose nervous system feels overwhelmed... even if you don’t have a diagnosis or label for it.


Can I cancel or get a refund if it’s not for me?
Yes. We offer a 30-day guarantee. If you try the program and don’t feel like it’s helping, just email us at [email protected] and we’ll process a full refund... no hard feelings.


Do I get access to everything at once?
Yes, you’ll unlock the full program immediately. You can follow it step-by-step or jump around and revisit any part at any time. It’s designed to be flexible and supportive.


Is this safe if I’m already seeing a doctor or therapist?
Absolutely... but we always recommend checking with your provider if you’re unsure. Many therapists even refer their clients to Neurotoned because it helps with nervous system regulation between sessions.


What happens after the 30 days?
You keep lifetime access to the full program, so you can repeat it anytime. We also offer an optional monthly membership called Neuro Monthly, where you can get new vagus nerve techniques each month to keep progressing, along with bonus tools and support.