The nerve that activates happiness
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The vagus nerve, stretching from your brain down to your large intestine, plays a crucial role in your emotional health. You can quickly improve your mood by stimulating this nerve, and one of the easiest methods is through vocal exercises. Simply singing, humming, or gargling can activate the vagus nerve and offer a quick mood enhancement. Try this simple technique to feel a little happier in just 20 seconds.
Source
Wilkie L, Fisher Z, Kemp AH. The Complex Construct of Wellbeing and the Role of Vagal Function. Front Integr Neurosci. 2022 Jul 7;16:925664. doi: 10.3389/fnint.2022.925664. PMID: 35875509; PMCID: PMC9301262.
Additional Reading
https://betterreport.com/how-to-be-happier/
https://www.nytimes.com/2022/06/02/well/mind/vagus-nerve-mental-health.html