The Polyvagal Theory

The Polyvagal Theory tells a story,
Of nerves that shape our pain and glory;
Since ‘94, Porges’ worry,
Showed how we dance with fear’s memory.

Our nervous system, old and hoary,
Evolved to sense both safe and gory;
Fight or flight, a primal quarry,
Or frozen still—our ancient flory.

Vagal brake, a hidden jewelry,
Slows our heart, calms sensory fury;
In yoga’s breath or moments hoary,
We find the peace within life’s flurry.

Vagal tone, a subtle jury,
Measures strength in life’s grand trolly;
Low tone brings a stressed trajectory,
High tone helps our calm recovery.

Through circuits three in hierarchy,
Our systems seek security;
Theory maps this grand trajectory,
Uniting nerves with life’s mystery.

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