What Happens in Your Brain When You Practice Sophrology? Interview with Dr Henna Kutty, Vital Vibes Health and Wellness
Are you experiencing anxiety, overwhelm, difficulty sleeping, or feel like you're constantly stuck in a reactive state?
These are some of the most common signs of a nervous system that’s operating in survival mode.
In this short video extract from my conversation with Dr. Henna Kutty, we talked about how Sophrology can help rebalance your system and bring you back to a state of calm, clarity, and responsiveness.
How Sophrology Impacts the Nervous System
Sophrology activates the parasympathetic nervous system — the branch responsible for rest, recovery, and emotional balance.
Through structured sequences of breathing, body awareness, and mental imagery, we help the body shift out of stress mode and into a space where it can begin to restore itself.
This isn’t just about feeling calm. It has a direct effect on the brain.
The Brain Connection: Why It Works
Regular sophrology practice has been shown to:
Reduce overactivity in the amygdala, the brain’s fear center
Support clearer functioning in the prefrontal cortex, which governs decision-making, focus, and emotional regulation
Improve stress resilience and the ability to respond thoughtfully rather than react impulsively
In short, you don’t just feel better — your brain begins to function in a way that supports more balanced, adaptive behavior in everyday life.
What You Gain from Practicing Sophrology
Most people I work with report:
Feeling more grounded and mentally clear
Recovering faster after stress
Sleeping better
Regaining a sense of agency in moments of overwhelm
These outcomes aren’t the result of relaxation alone — they come from learning how to self-regulate, gently and consistently, through practice.
Want to Go Deeper?
If you’re curious about how Sophrology could support your own balance - or that of your team - I offer both individual sessions and group workshops, in English and French, in Dubai and online.
Get in touch or explore the Sessions page.