The vagus nerve connects the brain to key areas of the body, such as the heart, lungs and stomach. And stimulating this nerve encourages the release of a compound called acetylcholine that clears aware brain fog and sharpens thinking in a hurry. Since the nerve is connected to your vocal cords in the back of your throat, it’s easy to get it humming by… humming! Try opening and closing your mouth while humming the alphabet song–it’ll create a strong vibration that stimulates the vagus nerve for an even bigger mental boost.
The fun to-do that SHARPENS THINKING
Next time your mind feels a little sluggish, hum your favorite tune. The vocal cords are connected to the vagus nerve, a key communication pathway linking the brain and other parts of the body (like the heart, lungs and stomach). Humming creates vibrations that stimulate the nerve, which spurs the release of acetylcholine, a compound that quickly clears away brain fog to sharpen thinking. For an even stronger vibration (and bigger mental boost), open and close your mouth while humming your favorite Motown song.
Wow! This is amazing! I’m going to give it a try.
Fascinating! I’m going to start doing this.
I did feel very good after singing in my church choir. I didn’t know it had this kind of benefit.