Welcome to Seen & Soothed — where self-care meets science, and your nervous system finally gets the attention it deserves. A new podcast from Zebras Underground to help calm the chaos of feeling chronic, bringing you some feels to settle you, just when you need it most. Note: Future episodes will not be emailed directly to your inbox, but always available online. In this initial episode, we invite you to slow down, breathe deeply, and ease chronic pain through gentle vagus-nerve activation woven into a cozy fall-themed visualization.
Listen in to be able to picture yourself walking through a quiet apple orchard — crisp air, golden leaves, soft earth beneath your feet. As you gather and release your emotional “harvest,” you’ll experience how humming, extended exhales, and mindful imagery can signal safety to your body and restore calm from the inside out.
You’ll also learn a menu of options to soothe your vagus nerve any time stress spikes or pain flares:
Breathe & Hum: The simplest vagus reset — with a tone that vibrates calm through your chest.
Cold Splash or Compress: The refreshing chill that resets your body’s rhythm.
Gentle Movement: Rocking, stretching, or a mindful sway that tells your body, you’re safe.
Connection Cues: How laughter, singing, and gratitude boost your natural resilience.
This short guided practice is designed for anyone navigating chronic pain, anxiety, or nervous system imbalance — perfect for a 15-minute pause between the rush of fall days.
Tune in, unwind, and feel your body remember what safety feels like.
Because sometimes, healing begins with being seen… and soothed.
