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The Nervous System Circuitry of Safety, Sound and Gratitude – Stephen Porges : 573

The Human Upgrade with Dave Asprey

CHAPTER

Exploring Heart Rate Variability and its Impact on Attention and Performance

In this chapter, the guest discusses the concept of heart rate variability (HRV) and its influence on our nervous system. They explain how changes in HRV can be an index of attention and predict performance on attention-demanding tasks. They also discuss the connection between HRV and attention deficit disorder (ADD), sharing personal experiences and insights into the role of HRV in regulating behavior.

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