We all know that we can't force ourselves to relax. When we need it the most, inner quiet and calm are the hardest to come by.

This is what is so unique about understanding the concept of vagus nerve modulation. It enables us to work with the physical aspect of our being to profoundly affect mind and emotions and calm the body. 

And yoga affords one important pathway for doing this.

The question is how? How do we target our yoga practice to more consciously modulate vagus nerve functioning and calm mind and body?

In this 6.5 hour online course, renowned yoga teacher Doug Keller shows how the fundamental concepts of Polyvagal Theory can guide and refine our practice of asana and of Pranayama. 

In particular, learn how these concepts inform our understanding of the role of Bandha, the pathways of the breath in Ujjayi, and of the role of interoception in asanas and breath. 

You will also gain a deeper understanding of what yogic concepts are trying to teach us about ‘self-regulation’ of emotion and the gunas as an essential aspect of the discipline of yoga.

The discussion will include practical applications in alignment and Drishti in straightforward Pranayama and focusing techniques. 

Also included is a practice video of both asanas and pranayama, putting these ideas together in a flowing experience of the river of awareness that is the vagus nerve.