Vagus nerve stimulation paired with meditation increases self-compassion and mindfulness benefits

Stimulating the vagus nerve with a device attached to the outer ear can help make compassion meditation training more effective at boosting people's capacity for self-kindness and mindfulness, finds a new study led by University College London (UCL) researchers.

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