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It’s really interesting how this app is different than other more meditation types of apps I’ve used. It really takes me under a spell every time and I end the session calmer.
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It’s really interesting how this app is different than other more meditation types of apps I’ve used. It really takes me under a spell every time and I end the session calmer.
I’ve just completed my first 5 days on Nerva and find it very soothing and simple. I find that I crave listening to her voice both in mornings and before bed, which helps me stay in a parasympathetic state, washing away the day. I’m still waiting to…
I’ve just completed my first 5 days on Nerva and find it very soothing and simple. I find that I crave listening to her voice both in mornings and before bed, which helps me stay in a parasympathetic state, washing away the day. I’m still waiting to feel full control of my digestion, but I’m hopeful that it’s on it’s way! Many thanks for giving me hope! Helena
I have just started Nerva end. It is great. I’m so grateful that my doctor suggested this program I am looking forward to get a better,with understanding, and faith that my situation my gut is going to change. I look forward to going into my sessions…
I have just started Nerva end. It is great. I’m so grateful that my doctor suggested this program I am looking forward to get a better,with understanding, and faith that my situation my gut is going to change. I look forward to going into my sessions every morning Thank you.
I can’t believe the impact of this program. It has made a significant improvement in my digestive help. Would suggest anyone with IBS give it a try.
The voice for these guided practices: the tone, the tempo, the feeling. It’s perfect! I wish I could find a general hypnotherapy app that is so well done. I love doing these practices everyday. I have had IBS for 22 years and this has helped me…
The voice for these guided practices: the tone, the tempo, the feeling. It’s perfect! I wish I could find a general hypnotherapy app that is so well done. I love doing these practices everyday. I have had IBS for 22 years and this has helped me at least as much as anything else I have tried—which is everything—and it is such a pleasant experience. I find myself craving the practices and choosing them to cope when I feel overwhelmed, and it is an easy choice. I just “graduated” from the initial 6 week program and my own subjective measures of IBS related discomfort decreased by 65%! I didn’t expect that at all and was so pleasantly surprised. It honestly felt as good as graduating college 😅😂. I warmly and enthusiastically recommend this app for anyone with stress-related gut issues. It is deeply nourishing, supportive and enjoyable from beginning to end. It doesn’t feel like one more thing you have to do to get better, like another burden in your life. It just feels lovely and sweet each and every time.
Au départ, j’étais sceptique lorsque ma nutritionniste m’a parlé de cette application. Je ne pensais pas que cela pourrait jouer un rôle aussi important dans ma quête afin de vaincre mes symptômes tu colon irritable. Je dois dire que je suis…
Au départ, j’étais sceptique lorsque ma nutritionniste m’a parlé de cette application. Je ne pensais pas que cela pourrait jouer un rôle aussi important dans ma quête afin de vaincre mes symptômes tu colon irritable. Je dois dire que je suis agréablement surprise. Cela aide beaucoup mon anxiété et mes troubles digestifs. Je recommande vraiment cette option pour les gens qui veulent enfin prendre le contrôle de leur syndrome du colon irritable.
Early days but regular sessions are helpful in reducing stress associated with gut issues. I’m in a place now where I don’t stress over any stomach problems
I look at this program as a maintenance project. Having experienced various medications-most of which didn’t work-I sought out a private hypnotherapist. I did ten sessions with him, and feel that they were mostly successful. Consequently, I’m in the…
I look at this program as a maintenance project. Having experienced various medications-most of which didn’t work-I sought out a private hypnotherapist. I did ten sessions with him, and feel that they were mostly successful. Consequently, I’m in the middle of the longest period -without a flare-That I’ve had in the last 5 years. This Nerva program is much more specific in the language used during the sessions. Therefore, I think it will reinforce everything I’ve done up to now. My current goal is to continue to challenge myself with/in formerly stressful situations, as I rebuild a healthy gut, and attempt to eradicate the PTSD I experienced during the past.
IBS-c is just horrid. At one point, so terrible hospitalisation was required. Since then, despite trying Ayurveda, other natural methods, seeing a doc who recommended laxatives for life, (I declined) I’ve been frustrated and I guess sad. Trying Nerva…
IBS-c is just horrid. At one point, so terrible hospitalisation was required. Since then, despite trying Ayurveda, other natural methods, seeing a doc who recommended laxatives for life, (I declined) I’ve been frustrated and I guess sad. Trying Nerva and it’s only day 5. Time will tell, but at this stage, things are no worse and maybe a little bit better. Def worth a shot and if nothing else, the sessions soothe the soul. Thank you 🙏
This program is a direct gift from the heavens. It is changing my life, I wish I would have known about this years ago. I am healing!
Like most people I felt very skeptical at first but I soon discovered a sense of relief since the first session. My gut relaxed in a way I had not felt in a looong time! On day 2 I finally was experiencing productive BMs (I suffer from IBS-C). I have…
Like most people I felt very skeptical at first but I soon discovered a sense of relief since the first session. My gut relaxed in a way I had not felt in a looong time! On day 2 I finally was experiencing productive BMs (I suffer from IBS-C). I have anxiety and certain circumstances have prevented me from feeling at ease in my life. This has given me a much longed for opportunity to allow my body to work at its best. Day 5 today and I have consistently gone #2 (yay!!!) every day. Less discomfort in my gut, more confident in myself. Thank you Nerva!!
My first time ever writing a review! After two years of enduring functional constipation following surgery, I found myself trying everything - laxatives, physiotherapy, diet and exercise, probiotics, meditation, visits for ultrasounds and CT scans,…
My first time ever writing a review! After two years of enduring functional constipation following surgery, I found myself trying everything - laxatives, physiotherapy, diet and exercise, probiotics, meditation, visits for ultrasounds and CT scans, and even a colonoscopy. But while there was some improvement, I never returned to my ‘baseline’ of living without discomfort and bloating. At about the 4 to 5 week mark of the six week Nerva program, I found my movements were becoming regular and ‘easy’. And no bloating! All I’ve used in addition to Nerva is a natural fibre supplement, psyllium husk. No expensive additional treatments. Nothing. And now I’m at my pre-surgery baseline. Must say the customer support at Nerva was always timely, helpful, and polite. I wish I discovered this App two years ago!
From one week of trying Nerva, I have felt a lot less anxiety around my constipation issues. I have been starting to have small bowel movements every day mostly every other day since trying Nerva. i’ve had this issue since I was a child, so I know it…
From one week of trying Nerva, I have felt a lot less anxiety around my constipation issues. I have been starting to have small bowel movements every day mostly every other day since trying Nerva. i’ve had this issue since I was a child, so I know it is going to take some time to get back to normal, but I definitely know for certain that there is a neurological component to gut health. I will continue with this program indefinitely.
I've just about finished a second lot of three-month hypnotherapy sessions, as after the first, I hadn't seen much improvement. This was disappointing as initially, after just four days, my bowel symptoms had improved dramatically. As I have had…
I've just about finished a second lot of three-month hypnotherapy sessions, as after the first, I hadn't seen much improvement. This was disappointing as initially, after just four days, my bowel symptoms had improved dramatically. As I have had this frustrating illness for over 25 years, I felt in my case my brain gut communication had probably been out of sync for a long time so I've persevered. Although not completely normal, my body seems to be returning to a more normal pattern and I'm happy to carry on with a third session as I feel more relaxed apart from anything else. I've got nothing but praise for this site as it's well thought out and is giving me improvement I never achieved through avoiding certain foods. So onwards and upwards ! ....
I appreciate the informational articles about IBS. I like the hypnotherapy sessions. I do them after breakfast, which has typically been the time I would feel badly. I completed the program and am now using the flare up toolkit a few times each week.…
I appreciate the informational articles about IBS. I like the hypnotherapy sessions. I do them after breakfast, which has typically been the time I would feel badly. I completed the program and am now using the flare up toolkit a few times each week. I seem to do better the more frequently I use the app. It has helped me pay less attention to my symptoms and to feel calmer about them.
If you haven’t addressed the gut-brain connection in your journey to heal you IBS, you’re missing a crucial element. I was hesitant at the start but then realized that the techniques used through the Nerva program liberated me from the dark place I…
If you haven’t addressed the gut-brain connection in your journey to heal you IBS, you’re missing a crucial element. I was hesitant at the start but then realized that the techniques used through the Nerva program liberated me from the dark place I was in with my health and food. It is the most magical way to wake up and I really couldn’t recommend it more.
After many years of ibs and trying every diet and supplement available I have finally found some relief. Using the Nerva app has helped to calm my system and I have been able to identify food sensitivities. Thank you to Anne for her advice and…
After many years of ibs and trying every diet and supplement available I have finally found some relief. Using the Nerva app has helped to calm my system and I have been able to identify food sensitivities. Thank you to Anne for her advice and assistance and for the feedback along the way which helped to keep me motivated. Lynne
I never want to be without this help. I already feel calmer and wish that I can soon get out of the house without taking medication and I want to drive my car again and go for drives. I love the feeling after hypnotherapy session when I’m simply…
I never want to be without this help. I already feel calmer and wish that I can soon get out of the house without taking medication and I want to drive my car again and go for drives. I love the feeling after hypnotherapy session when I’m simply limp. Thank you Nerva ❤️ I can only repeat my previous statement. You help me a lot even if I still have a way to go. Thank you for your help.❤️
Hello all, I completed the six weeks of the Nerva program focused on IBS. I found myself submerged in the suggestions they give. By the end of each session I felt calm, clear minded and felt an improvement in my digestive system. I also noticed that…
Hello all, I completed the six weeks of the Nerva program focused on IBS. I found myself submerged in the suggestions they give. By the end of each session I felt calm, clear minded and felt an improvement in my digestive system. I also noticed that I have tended to approach life from a slightly calmer perspective. An added bonus! With appreciation and respect for this program, Adela
I was in the worst IBS-D flare up of my life from Jan 2022 until recently, and it’s no small thing to say that this app has literally changed my life. I started this very skeptical, but I was at my wits end after so many doctor visits, medications,…
I was in the worst IBS-D flare up of my life from Jan 2022 until recently, and it’s no small thing to say that this app has literally changed my life. I started this very skeptical, but I was at my wits end after so many doctor visits, medications, days of work missed, etc. I ended up paying for this when I connected the dots that paying to use this app for a year is less expensive than missing two days of work. I can leave my house again without fear, I can see my friends again, I can work again without wondering if I’ll have to leave in the middle of a work day. I won’t say I’m cured, but I would say I’m 80% better after finishing the full 6 weeks. A year ago I was in the ER for having 15+ watery stools in one day and extreme cramps, nausea, etc. Now I can go a whole week with nothing but solid stools, and days where I have no pain at all. I could cry from the relief I feel. There were times I felt like unaliving myself from my IBS being so severe, so I really feel like I owe my life to this app.
I’ve been using the NERVA for 6 weeks now. I’ve loved the hypnotherapy sessions and after a 2-3 weeks I really noticed the difference in my mood and outlook, it became so much more positive and felt happier like my old self. The repetition of…
I’ve been using the NERVA for 6 weeks now. I’ve loved the hypnotherapy sessions and after a 2-3 weeks I really noticed the difference in my mood and outlook, it became so much more positive and felt happier like my old self. The repetition of positive affirmations plays a big part in this. Also enjoy the relaxation and breathing techniques which really do work. Sleep was difficult for me, so this has taught me to fall asleep much faster and to use the techniques even while the app is not running. It becomes second nature. The readings are so insightful and there is so much that I haven’t read in other books or seen on any documentaries - it’s very unique. The voice in the meditation is so calming and relaxing, well paced, beautiful tone and enjoy the imagination stages of the hypnotherapy. The NERVA team are highly responsive and supportive. They communicate well through email and respond instantly. So lucky to have been recommended this App by my dietician and is such amazing value for money. I hope you try it and benefit too and become more well and feel much better with the knowledge, care and support you will receive too. Pippa M
I used this app on a daily basis for three months. It has had the most durable benefit of any treatment that I’ve tried to date. (And I’ve tried them all). It remains to be seen how long the benefits last, but thus far it has led to significant…
I used this app on a daily basis for three months. It has had the most durable benefit of any treatment that I’ve tried to date. (And I’ve tried them all). It remains to be seen how long the benefits last, but thus far it has led to significant improvement
Can we fix the lag issues when navigating the app please. Tapping a button will sometimes take 5 or more seconds for it to respond.
This app has really helped improve my IBS symptoms. I only wish it had been available before I spent so much time wrestling with the low FODMAP diet! On top of symptom improvement over the 6 weeks, I also found that the ‘enforced’ relaxation and…
This app has really helped improve my IBS symptoms. I only wish it had been available before I spent so much time wrestling with the low FODMAP diet! On top of symptom improvement over the 6 weeks, I also found that the ‘enforced’ relaxation and mindfulness improved my overall wellbeing. The maintenance program is a welcome addition and I’ve made use of it regularly and continue to find it very helpful. Thank you!!
I tried to use this app many times but I wasn’t very consistent. Any time I’m trying to use it again I’m using for longer. I love meditation, and any kind of way to expand the mind. I’ve never been consistent but every time I managed to reach a very…
I tried to use this app many times but I wasn’t very consistent. Any time I’m trying to use it again I’m using for longer. I love meditation, and any kind of way to expand the mind. I’ve never been consistent but every time I managed to reach a very deep and pleasant state of mind my gut felt better and my evacuation turned back to normal. Every single time. As I like to explore almost everything for mind expansion, I noticed that Nerva app has ‘meditations’ that are very similar to the ones that Jose Silva invented many years ago and that everybody can find for free on internet. As this app is pretty expensive, if you don’t have enough money, know that there are always ways that are for free and you can always heal yourself thanks to people that decided to leave things for free to humankind. I put 5 stars to this app because anyway it’s a very good way to heal yourself if you have money to spend on it and consistency. But remember that the power to heal is already inside you and there are plenty of ways to release the tensions and let your body heal itself, that’s it’s own nature ❤️
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