About
Rest and Restore Protocol…
Nervous system support for calm, connection,
and embodied wellbeing
Come home to your body
The Rest + Restore Program (RRP) is a structured, evidence-based approach designed to help your body return to its natural state of calm and equilibrium.
Many of us spend much of our lives in “fight-or-flight” — the body’s automatic response to perceived threat. While this is essential for survival, living in this state long-term can lead to chronic stress, fatigue, poor sleep, and emotional instability.
Rest and Restore offers a reset — gently guiding your nervous system back to balance.
The Science Behind the Approach
Developed by Dr. Stephen Porges and Anthony Gorry, Rest and Restore Protocol™ (RRP) is an innovative, clinical-grade listening therapy designed to help calm and restore mental and physical functioning.
RRP is informed by decades of research studying physiological rhythms in the body, including heart rate, respiration, blood pressure, and in the gut, alongside deep knowledge of advanced sound technology. This scientifically engineered acoustic signal and music support deep relaxation and optimal recovery for clients.
When we feel safe, our vagus nerve supports relaxation, connection, and healing. When we feel unsafe, our system shifts into states of mobilisation (fight/flight) or shutdown (freeze).
Rest and Restore gently guides your system back into the state of safety where true restoration becomes possible.“Safety is not the absence of threat — it’s the presence of connection.”
— Stephen W. Porges, PhD
Why the Nervous System Needs a Reset
Chronic stress can impair the body’s ability to return to calm after activation.
Symptoms of an overactive stress response include:
Trouble sleeping or staying asleep
Persistent fatigue or burnout
Difficulty concentrating or feeling mentally foggy
Heightened irritability or anxiety
Physical tension and headaches
Feeling “on edge” or unable to relax
The Rest and Restore Protocol recalibrates your nervous system so it can recover more efficiently from daily stressors — building a foundation for emotional resilience, clarity, and physical wellbeing.
Who Can Benefit
The Rest and Restore Program is suitable for individuals of all ages experiencing:
Chronic stress or burnout — difficulty relaxing or recharging
Sleep disturbances — insomnia, restlessness, or irregular sleep patterns
Anxiety and tension-related symptoms — overthinking or emotional overwhelm
Emotional regulation challenges — difficulty managing moods or triggers
Fatigue and low energy — persistent exhaustion despite rest
Parents often use the protocol to support children navigating school or social pressures, while adults find it invaluable for workplace stress and life’s ongoing demands.
Integrating Rest into Daily Life
The beauty of the Rest and Restore Program lies in its sustainability.
You don’t need to do anything, the protocol supports your system to relax into a state of deep rest.
You’ll also learn simple, somatic tools to support and enhance your capacity to enhance your bodies shift back to homeostasis .
Monthly maintenance sessions are recommended for those managing chronic stress, burnout, or recovery from trauma, to reinforce your system’s ability to return to calm more quickly.
Key Benefits
Enhanced Emotional Resilience – better regulation of mood and stress responses.
Improved Sleep Quality – moving out of “high alert” mode to support deep rest.
Increased Energy & Vitality – restoring the body’s natural energy flow.
Greater Focus & Clarity – reduced stress leads to improved cognition and presence.
Physical Ease – less muscle tension, fewer stress-related symptoms, and better overall wellbeing.
Pricing
Foundational Subscription:
$300 for the first 3 months — full access to resources, onboarding guidance, and your personalised Rest and Restore plan
$50 per month thereafter — continued access to resources, updates, and community support
One-on-One Session Support:
$165 per session — tailored somatic guidance, nervous system mapping, and co-regulation support
Begin Your Restorative Journey
Rest is not a luxury — it’s a biological necessity.
When your body feels safe, everything changes. Stephen Porges