Are you able to rest deeply, allowing your body to restore, recover, and heal?
Do you find it difficult to sit still, relax and sleep? Perhaps your digestion is not what it could be.
What is the Rest and Restore Protocol, and can it help?
The Rest and Restore Protocol™ (RRP) is a groundbreaking, clinical-grade listening therapy developed by Dr. Stephen Porges, creator of Polyvagal Theory, and Anthony Gorry, an expert in music and acoustic design. This innovative intervention uses specially designed musical soundscapes enhanced with Sonocea® technology to support deep nervous system regulation, promoting the body’s natural capacity for healing and restoration.
Unlike traditional approaches that rely solely on cognitive strategies, RRP works directly with your body’s biological rhythms—including heart rate, respiration, blood pressure, and digestive functions—to guide your nervous system toward a state of calm and balance. The protocol consists of five progressive hours of listening sessions that can be completed in the comfort of your own home under professional guidance.
Rest & Restore
Rest & Restore Protocol
The Science
Developed by Dr Stephen Porges, the author of Polyvagal Theory and music producer Anthony Gorry.
RRP is informed by decades of research studying physiological rhythms in the body.
The music integrates the scientific knowledge of endogenous biological rhythms with the nervous system’s potential to be entrained through rhythm.
The Protocol
Five hours of scientifically engineered acoustic signal and music designed to support deep relaxation and optimal recovery for clients.
This music is delivered through a smartphone app, allowing you to listen independently using earbuds or headphones.
Delivered exclusively by certified providers to allow for safe integration with your nervous system
The Result
Many people choose the Rest and Restore Protocol when they feel stuck in patterns of stress, exhaustion or shutdown.
RRP may ease the “wired but tired”, burned-out feeling. Help you fall asleep, stay asleep and wake up more refreshed
Ease gut or digestive discomfort that seems to flare with stress
Ease ongoing muscle tension, pain or frequent headaches
Early pilot data suggest that RRP can help reduce symptoms related to anxiety, depression, trauma and insomnia, as well as support people living with chronic pain, fatigue and functional disorders. By helping the nervous system spend more time in a restorative state, RRP can create a more stable platform for physical healing, emotional processing and personal growth. It can also complement SSP beautifully, with SSP supporting social engagement and sensory safety, and RRP deepening rest and repair.
Research is ongoing. The developers intend to create clinically proven, widely available products and protocols that promote healing and recovery.
Most of us could do with a little more deep rest
lets dive in