Nervous System Reset in the Sauna: A Deeply Restorative Experience at Myhaven Oysterhaven
- Ghetto Smurf
- Oct 7
- 3 min read
Finding Calm in the Heat and Cold
In today’s fast-paced world, our nervous systems are under constant strain, juggling stress, screens, and stimulation with little space for recovery. At Myhaven Oysterhaven, we’ve created a deeply restorative experience designed to bring your body and mind back into balance.
The Nervous System Reset in the Sauna is not just a wellness session; it’s a guided journey into calm. Led by Fiona Tierney, who brings over 30 years of experience in wellness and facilitation, this session blends ancient wisdom and modern science to help you release, restore, and reset.
The Science of the Nervous System Reset
At the core of this experience lies contrast therapy, alternating between heat and cold exposure. This cycle improves circulation, enhances immune function, supports recovery, and activates the body’s natural healing mechanisms.
But the Nervous System Reset goes a step further. Through gentle touch therapy and vagus nerve stimulation, the body is guided into a parasympathetic “rest and digest” state, the opposite of fight-or-flight. This deep state of calm allows the nervous system to unwind, anxiety to dissolve, and emotional balance to return.
What Is the Vagus Nerve, and Why Does It Matter?
The vagus nerve is one of the most important pathways in the body’s nervous system. It connects the brain to the heart, lungs, and gut, influencing everything from digestion and heart rate to mood and emotional stability.
Scientific studies show that stimulating the vagus nerve can reduce anxiety, lower inflammation, and enhance emotional resilience (Journal of Clinical Psychology, 2020).In the Nervous System Reset, techniques such as gentle breathwork, touch-based therapy, and guided meditation naturally activate this pathway, promoting a sense of inner stillness and regulation.
Guided Meditation for Emotional Reset
Meditation in the sauna amplifies the benefits of heat and cold exposure. As your body relaxes into the warmth, the mind becomes more open to stillness and presence. Under Fiona’s guidance, participants are gently led through a meditative journey that encourages grounding, release, and reconnection, creating space for both physical and emotional healing.
Many guests describe this experience as “coming home to the body", a reconnection with the breath, heartbeat, and the subtle rhythms of the self.
Why Touch Matters
While saunas are often viewed as purely physical experiences, touch therapy introduces a new dimension. When applied with mindfulness and care, therapeutic touch helps regulate the nervous system, increases oxytocin (the body’s “bonding” hormone), and deepens the sense of safety and comfort. It’s this element of compassionate contact, guided by Fiona’s skilled hands, that makes the Nervous System Reset a truly integrative experience.
The Benefits of the Nervous System Reset
Participants often report:
Reduced stress and anxiety
Improved sleep quality
Lower heart rate and blood pressure
Enhanced emotional regulation
Faster recovery after physical exertion
Greater sense of calm and presence
These benefits are supported by research in Frontiers in Neuroscience (2021), which found that sauna bathing and cold-water immersion both support autonomic balance, the delicate relationship between relaxation and activation within the nervous system.
Meet Fiona Tierney
With over three decades of experience in wellness facilitation, Fiona Tierney brings both skill and intuition to her practice. Her work integrates body awareness, mindfulness, and energy-based approaches, creating a grounded and supportive environment where each participant feels seen and held.
Her presence at Myhaven Oysterhaven infuses the sauna experience with deep care, knowledge, and compassion, making each session a personalised journey toward healing and self-regulation.
A Sanctuary for the Senses
Set within the serene beauty of Oysterhaven, surrounded by sea air and open skies, the Myhaven sauna becomes more than a wellness space, it becomes a sanctuary. As you move between the warm embrace of the sauna and the refreshing coolness of the sea, the senses awaken, the breath slows, and balance returns.
Book Your Nervous System Reset Session
If your body feels overworked, your mind overstimulated, or your heart in need of grounding, the Nervous System Reset offers a pathway home.Join us at Myhaven Oysterhaven and experience the harmony of heat, cold, touch, and meditation in one deeply healing session.
👉 Book your session now via myhaven.ie
FAQs
1. What is the Nervous System Reset in the Sauna?
It’s a holistic sauna experience combining hot and cold therapy, gentle touch, vagus nerve activation, and meditation to calm the nervous system and restore balance.
2. Who leads the session?
The session is led by Fiona Tierney, an experienced wellness facilitator with over 30 years of practice in bodywork and mindfulness.
3. What are the main benefits?
Improved circulation, reduced stress, emotional balance, better sleep, and enhanced resilience.
4. Is it suitable for everyone?
Most people can safely enjoy the session, though those with certain medical conditions should consult their doctor before participating.
5. How do I book a session?
You can book your Nervous System Reset session through the Myhaven Oysterhaven website at myhaven.ie.
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