Vagus Nerve Exercises for Relaxation 1. Vagus Nerve Breathing Exercise for Relaxation The vagus nerve does pass through the diaphragm which supports breathing This diaphragmatic stimulation regulates your vagus nerve and stimulates your relaxation response. 2. Sounding A E I O U while rolling down through spine The vagus nerve is connected to your vocal cords and the muscles at the back of your throat. Singing, humming, chanting and gargling can activate these muscles and stimulate your vagus nerve. 3. Neck and shoulder rotations Since the vagal nerve passes through your neck, stiffness, tightness and decreased elasticity in your neck may compress the vagal nerve, by doing this exercise, you are opening the passageway and allowing for regulated vagus nerve function Remember, the most important thing for vagus nerve function is safe connection. HUGS!