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The 4-Minute Stress Reset: A Simple Hack That Actually Works

Featuring: Janine Delaney

Last Update: September 16, 2025

We all want to feel clear-headed, energized, and resilient - especially when life speeds up.

Yet in today’s always-on world (hello, back-to-back calls and Slack pings), a healthy work–life balance can feel out of reach.

Working from home adds another layer - family in the next room, the same four walls, the line between “work” and “life” smudged.

And while many women juggle extra plates, people of all genders are feeling the squeeze of work-related stress.

Here’s the good news: relaxing on purpose isn’t a luxury - it’s a strategy.

Small daily practices that calm your nervous system can support better sleep, steadier moods, and even a more responsive immune system.

Table of contents

Why You’re Stressed (and Why Breathing Alone Isn’t Always Enough)

Stress isn’t just something we feel - it’s something that affects how we function every single day.

After a long day of work, many people find themselves stuck in a cycle of overthinking, restlessness, and racing thoughts when they should be unwinding. 

The CDC estimates that 40% of the U.S. population struggles with mental health issues, and stress is a key driver.

The pressures of work, non-stop notifications, and an always-on culture are making it increasingly difficult for people to truly relax.

When stress becomes a daily struggle, it does moreimpact than we think - it throws the body out of balance.

Research shows that chronic stress keeps the nervous system in a heightened ‘fight or flight’ mode, preventing the body from entering ‘rest and digest’ - the state needed for deep relaxation and recovery.

The ‘Rest and Digest’ Response

One of the ways many people are working to reduce stress and improve sleep is by activating their body’s natural relaxation response.

But what exactly is the ‘rest and digest’ mode?

This state, controlled by the vagus nerve, helps regulate stress by shifting the body out of ‘fight or flight’ and into a calm, restorative state. It slows the heart rate, reduces tension, and signals to the brain that it’s time to relax.

Scientific research shows that vagus nerve stimulation can support this process, helping individuals manage stress more effectively and fall asleep faster. By naturally engaging the body’s built-in mechanisms for relaxation, people can experience deeper rest, lower anxiety, and improved well-being - without relying on medication or complicated routines.

Pulsetto: Designed to Support Stress Relief, Relaxation, and Sleep

If you want to help your body manage stress more effectively, you need to focus on activating the vagus nerve - your body’s built-in pathway to relaxation and recovery.

Pulsetto is specifically designed to stimulate this vital nerve in a way that promotes balance and well-being.

Many wellness devices require complicated setups or only provide partial stimulation.
 
Pulsetto is different. It’s the only dual-stimulation vagus nerve device that delivers consistent, hands-free activation, making it easier than ever to shift into ‘rest and digest’ mode and experience deep relaxation.

Promote Relaxation

Encourages a calm state by activating the vagus nerve.

Manage Stress

Helps the body regulate its stress response naturally.

Support Restful Sleep

Eases overthinking and restlessness at bedtime.

Enhance Heart Rate Variability 

A key marker of overall well-being.

Mental Clarity & Focus

Helps create a balanced state for better concentration.

Unboxing & Setup

Here’s what comes in the box and how to get started:

The device – small, sleek, and designed to rest around your neck.

Conductive gel – apply a small amount to the area of your neck where the device sits to optimize stimulation.

Quick-start guide + QR code – scan to download the app (iOS/Android).

Charger – a full charge typically lasts ~2 weeks with daily 4-minute sessions.

In the app: select your target: Stress, Sleep,or Burnout - and start your session. That’s it.

My 4-Minute “Stress Reset” Routine By Janine

Pulsetto Customer reviews

Colleen Dunahee

• Verified Buyer

"My Pulsetto arrived at one of the most emotionally stressful periods of my life. I was using it 3x a day initially to manage my stress and anxiety and it helped me to stay self regulated and meet the demands of the situation. I am through that period and using it 2x a day. I have tried almost all of the settings in the app with good results. I appreciate this addition to my self care routine for anxiety, burnout, and sleep."

Carrie Hofman

• Verified Buyer

“ I absolutely love my Pulsetto—day and night! 💙 Launching a new clinic has me hustling 24/7 with barely any “me” time, but this little device has been a total game-changer.☀️In the mornings, it helps me manage stress and keep burnout at bay.🌙At night, it’s a core part of my sleep routine—and for the first time in a long time, I wake up feeling refreshed, not just counting down the hours until bedtime again.Thank you, Pulsetto, for helping me show up for my business and myself. 🙌

Lisa Heaton

• Verified Buyer

"I've been using my Pulsetto device for a few weeks now. I've made it a habit to use it every morning and every night, along with a few moments throughout the day when I need a system reset! Whenever I'm feeling overwhelmed or stressed out, I simply grab my device, black out my vision and let Pulsetto work its magic to bring me back down to earth! The App provides me with helpful guided meditations and breathing techniques where I can focus on my calmness. I can't wait to continue unlocking new healthy habits for myself as I continue my journey with Pulsetto. Thank you!"

Joe Simon

• Verified Buyer

The body keeps the score by Util this device. I’m trying to distress a great deal of trauma by meditating with it, hoping that it will help unravel all the stress that is built up over the years and try and get into a rhythm of meditation with it it’s a good Practice that I am employing currently it’s a wonderful app and options for meditation breath, work and self-awareness.

Luke Alltizer

• Verified Buyer

"Pulsetto has been very effective in helping me manage stress and pain in the month I have been using it. The premium stimulations seem to have a positive effect on managing my gut health as well."

Justin Hulbert

• Verified Buyer

"I've been using the Pulsetto now for a couple of weeks, and I have to say, I am rather impressed with the results. I am already noticing an improvement in sleep - I sleep through the night, which has always been a challenge for me. I am also managing my stress and anxiety levels a lot better than I had been able to before."