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Viva La Vagus


Adult Enrichment / Mind & Body -
Winter/Spring 2026

The vagus (VAY-gus) nerve carries messages between the brain and the heart and digestive system. This nerve helps control the state of our nervous systems – rest/digest, fight/flight, and freeze – depending on our immediate circumstances as well as our learned responses. While changes among these states are largely automatic, we can learn to recognize our state and influence the transition, for example, from anxiety to a restful state, which can improve our mood as well as our relationships. Join me to learn about the vagus nerve and strategies to keep it balanced for a healthier, more connected life.


Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date.

Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office by emailing us at CommunityEd@isd623.org or calling: 651-604-3770. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations.

Karen Ballen

Karen has taught college-level classes in the biological and environmental sciences. She has been practicing energy medicine for six years in hospital, hospice, and private settings and is certified in both Healing Touch and Eden Energy Medicine. Karen really enjoys introducing energy medicine to newbies.

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  Karen Ballen


Aŋpétu Téča Education Center - 1910 County Rd B W, Roseville, MN 55113 : C121
Wednesday, Mar 4
6:30 - 8:00 PM

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Min Age   18 yr.

Price: $ 25 00