Did You Know!
Your Heart Talks to Your Brain — and Can Affect Emotions
The heart sends more signals to the brain than the brain sends to the heart.
- Through the vagus nerve, your heart communicates with brain regions that control emotions and decision-making.
- Studies show that irregular heart rhythms can lead to feelings of anxiety or stress, while slow, steady rhythms can promote calmness — which is why deep breathing helps reduce anxiety.
