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Already after a few sessions some of my symptoms have calmed down . I look forward to the entire program. Staying Positive!
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Already after a few sessions some of my symptoms have calmed down . I look forward to the entire program. Staying Positive!
I have felt from the beginning that the hypnotic voice is that of a close and trusted friend. I am grateful for her presence in my life. I like the time we spend together. I know that the information I have been given about the response my mind and…
I have felt from the beginning that the hypnotic voice is that of a close and trusted friend. I am grateful for her presence in my life. I like the time we spend together. I know that the information I have been given about the response my mind and body will have to the use of the Nerva app indicate it may take time. And truly, I do not feel impatient, but I believe it has already begun to help me. Maybe what has helped most is the familiarity of the format, as I have meditated daily for over a decade now. And another pleasure is just the hope for improving that Nerva offers. I have been to several specialists, I take daily meds, I have been through nine weeks of physical therapy for my diagnosed pelvic dysfunction, and constantly I monitor what I eat. But Nerva has offered me, what seems right now, to be something much more attuned to a natural therapy. Thank you. Now on the 5th week into the Nerva program, I am beginning to have relief from worrying about my condition. I have gradually been more adventurous in my food choices. I have noticed that I have less fear, more acceptance, not just in the area of digestion, but seemingly other aspects of my life.
I have been recommending Nerva to anyone I know, and will continue to do so. For many years I denied that my IBS was stress based as I didn’t “feel nervous in the moment”. Through the daily readings, Nerva helped me to understand the effect that…
I have been recommending Nerva to anyone I know, and will continue to do so. For many years I denied that my IBS was stress based as I didn’t “feel nervous in the moment”. Through the daily readings, Nerva helped me to understand the effect that subconscious stress can have on the body (in my case, a high intensity job and other chronic pain conditions). Nerva has completely changed my life. Gone are the flares before meeting friends, a big event, a meal out. My quality of life has massively improved. Once removing the stress component of my IBS I could see more clearly the foods that were causing issues. I will caveat my huge improvements by saying that I also starting taking antidepressants and more portion control of high FODMAP foods. But nothing is off the menu now. Thank you Nerva!
I have been using this app for a couple of months now and it really works. Give it a try. What have you got to lose. I love the relaxation time just for me. 15 minutes a day in a chaotic life. It has become MY time.
Won’t say it’s an all in cure for certain, but I will say I started using the app a year ago and did notice significant improvement in my symptoms. The sessions are very soothing - the first few months, I would complete the sessions and then fall…
Won’t say it’s an all in cure for certain, but I will say I started using the app a year ago and did notice significant improvement in my symptoms. The sessions are very soothing - the first few months, I would complete the sessions and then fall into the deepest sleep! Over time, decided to use the app at night for a two for one deal - gut health plus sleep meditation ;-). Even now I’m on the maintenance plan, I find if I’m stressed or anxious, the app is an easy go-to. I still watch what I eat, but the app has been good to address the mental side of IBS for me.
I t is so nice feeling that I might get better soon! I am already feeling less stressed! I haven't had a Bowel issue since starting the sessions! I don't know if this is coincidence or not! But: I will take the results as a win win for now! I hope…
I t is so nice feeling that I might get better soon! I am already feeling less stressed! I haven't had a Bowel issue since starting the sessions! I don't know if this is coincidence or not! But: I will take the results as a win win for now! I hope and pray this works for me! It is an awful thing to live with! It's nice knowing that someone understands what I have yo live with daily! Thank you for your help! Diane
I signed up for the app after trying the 7 day free trial. I was diagnosed with IBS a few months ago and have been trying and failing to deal with it through finding triggers, changing my diet and taking peppermint oil. Considering my days seemed to…
I signed up for the app after trying the 7 day free trial. I was diagnosed with IBS a few months ago and have been trying and failing to deal with it through finding triggers, changing my diet and taking peppermint oil. Considering my days seemed to completely revolve around these strategies, my success has been very limited and feeling generally poorly all day. However, after using the app for less than 2 weeks, I feel more positive/upbeat, my sleep has improved (remarkable as this has been an issue for 3-4 years) and I have recognised that I am full of stress and physical tension. I have 3 chronic conditions as well as IBS and think they must/might be all connected. I have often wondered if there is a way of speaking to my subconscious to help my conditions and am hoping that my daily practice with the app is a doorway to this, and that I will be able to get some relief from IBS and maybe even my other conditions.
I’m not going to lie, I was skeptical. But that never held me back from trying it because after several years (and thousands of dollars) of doctors and testing and NEVER getting any answers except for some blanket “anxiety” answers, THIS WORKS. I’ve…
I’m not going to lie, I was skeptical. But that never held me back from trying it because after several years (and thousands of dollars) of doctors and testing and NEVER getting any answers except for some blanket “anxiety” answers, THIS WORKS. I’ve only been using it a week and I’ve already seen drastic decrease in feeling crappy during the day (I didn’t even take Pepto this week!), nausea and pain has been minimal. I’m already even seeing a difference in bathroom habits. I was only able to do the trial for now, as money is short, but I assure you that the cost is LOW compared to the amount of money that I’ve spent on medications and doctors in the past. I will definitely be revisiting it immediately when my personal funds allow. Also, side note: I have PTSD and sometimes I would be triggered during sessions and I would feel like I wasn’t able to focus enough but it still all somehow still worked. THIS is what doctors need to suggest when their answer is “anxiety”. The education of WHY and a SOLUTION.
I have felt from the beginning that the hypnotic voice is that of a close and trusted friend. I am grateful for her presence in my life. I like the time we spend together. I know that the information I have been given about the response my mind and…
I have felt from the beginning that the hypnotic voice is that of a close and trusted friend. I am grateful for her presence in my life. I like the time we spend together. I know that the information I have been given about the response my mind and body will have to the use of the Nerva app indicate it may take time. And truly, I do not feel impatient, but I believe it has already begun to help me. Maybe what has helped most is the familiarity of the format, as I have meditated daily for over a decade now. And another pleasure is just the hope for improving that Nerva offers. I have been to several specialists, I take daily meds, I have been through nine weeks of physical therapy for my diagnosed pelvic dysfunction, and constantly I monitor what I eat. But Nerva has offered me, what seems right now, to be something much more attuned to a natural therapy. Thank you.
Into the 3rd weekI started to notice a slight improvement and symptoms were less than they had been for the last year. I am enjoying the relaxation time each day. A great 17 min to look forward to! I am in the maintenance segment now and recommend to…
Into the 3rd weekI started to notice a slight improvement and symptoms were less than they had been for the last year. I am enjoying the relaxation time each day. A great 17 min to look forward to! I am in the maintenance segment now and recommend to anyone to give it a try. Well worth the money if you can alleviate symptoms naturally. Give it a try! What have you got to lose except some horrible symptoms!
I was really shocked by how well this worked for me! I like all of the aspects of it—the info provided, the sessions, and the breathing. Highly recommend!
This morning as I began our session I closed my eyes and as I continued breathing both of my closed eyes began to tear up along my lids. I am looking forward to each session, I feel I am responding in new ways and I appreciate this new experience to…
This morning as I began our session I closed my eyes and as I continued breathing both of my closed eyes began to tear up along my lids. I am looking forward to each session, I feel I am responding in new ways and I appreciate this new experience to help my subconscious and my body relax. Thanks!
This clever hypnotherapy seems to operate on the Vagus nerve as well as overall well-being. I always come out of the hypnotic session with a positive view of the future.
I am hopeful that this app will really help my symptoms. If I can get the ibs under control, I hope my 2 other chronic conditions will also feel better.
The Nerva customer service is amazing. I experienced a slight problem loading my hypnosis session and as soon as I messaged someone was back to me within seconds!! The best customer service of any app!
I have suffered with IBS since I was a teenager and my symptoms have never been truly managed or resolved, until I tried this app. I am now in my thirties and I have never experienced such a positive difference in my symptoms and I now manage to have…
I have suffered with IBS since I was a teenager and my symptoms have never been truly managed or resolved, until I tried this app. I am now in my thirties and I have never experienced such a positive difference in my symptoms and I now manage to have days where I feel nothing. The hypnotherapy sessions are relaxing and impactful, whilst the reading reinforces positive messages and education that I have never known before. I highly recommend this app to anyone who is suffering with IBS.
I felt immense relief after the very first session, and every session since then. I look forward to these every day. The state the speaker gets me into is sooo good. Definitely feel it helps my bowels already.
Just starting on week 3 of listening and am already starting to feel better. Have had 4 days in a row without any real pain or issues except for the odd day here and there where I’ve had a bit of a flair up. Bowel motions are back to normal even with…
Just starting on week 3 of listening and am already starting to feel better. Have had 4 days in a row without any real pain or issues except for the odd day here and there where I’ve had a bit of a flair up. Bowel motions are back to normal even with the flair ups tho a little more frequent. Hopefully by week six I’ll be feeling even better and have longer stints between flairs. I seriously would recommend this app to anyone who is suffering from ibs. It’s easy to listen to the sessions and only takes 15 minutes a day off your time. I do it as soon as i walk in the door from work as my down time before joining the family and find I’m much calmer and happier. I started to feel the results by week 2 so here’s to getting better and better.
Love that the sessions are only 15 mins and the reading is short. It’s only been two days but I already feel more positive and feeling very optimistic about this program. Highly recommend anyone who suffers from IBS to give this a shot. I know we as…
Love that the sessions are only 15 mins and the reading is short. It’s only been two days but I already feel more positive and feeling very optimistic about this program. Highly recommend anyone who suffers from IBS to give this a shot. I know we as IBS victims have tried everything imaginable, but give this a try. It’s an alternative way of healing.
Into the 3rd weekI started to notice a slight improvement and symptoms were less than they had been for the last year. I am enjoying the relaxation time each day. A great 17 min to look forward to! I am in the maintenance segment now and recommend…
Into the 3rd weekI started to notice a slight improvement and symptoms were less than they had been for the last year. I am enjoying the relaxation time each day. A great 17 min to look forward to! I am in the maintenance segment now and recommend to anyone to give it a try. Well worth the money if you can alleviate symptoms naturally. Give it a try! What have you got to lose except some horrible symptoms!
I’ve used it for a week so far and I plan to keep on using it for as much as possible. The information is eye opening and the sessions have been a pleasure.
Nerva not only reset my gut, but also my nervous system and fight or flight state that I have been living in since I was a child. This program has been more effective than 6 years of therapy, 5 yrs of meditation and 13 years of dietary changes. Do…
Nerva not only reset my gut, but also my nervous system and fight or flight state that I have been living in since I was a child. This program has been more effective than 6 years of therapy, 5 yrs of meditation and 13 years of dietary changes. Do it! Don’t wait one more minute to change your life forever.
I did the “homework “ for 5 months without missing a single day and now I finally see the change. My digestion and symptoms improved tremendously. I never was able to get into the hipnosis but I listened as a meditation every day at the same time.…
I did the “homework “ for 5 months without missing a single day and now I finally see the change. My digestion and symptoms improved tremendously. I never was able to get into the hipnosis but I listened as a meditation every day at the same time. Consistency is the key. Now I am enjoying the new recordings and I do it 3 or 4 times a week. Very happy with the results. Money well spent. Thank you !
I experienced an improvement immediately- I couldn’t believe it! My medical team are thrilled my progress so far, and there is a reason they push for patients to use it. Don’t wait for a specialist or private Dr to refer you to this - just give it a…
I experienced an improvement immediately- I couldn’t believe it! My medical team are thrilled my progress so far, and there is a reason they push for patients to use it. Don’t wait for a specialist or private Dr to refer you to this - just give it a go!! Has had a great flow on effect for other areas of my life too.
After the initial six week hypnotherapy programme which I did daily alongside the FOD map diet, my digestive system is much more relaxed and I get IBS symptoms rarely. I’m still doing the maintenance programme 5/6 times a week. It’s working for me.
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