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Be Un-triggerable: Mendi Neurofeedback for Focus w/ Moha Bensofia & Dr. Melissa Wittman #491
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Quick takeaways
- Competing with oneself and constantly striving for improvement can enhance brain function and optimize cognitive abilities.
- Exploring different methods such as microdosing, meditation, sun exposure, and cold therapy can contribute to personal brain optimization and resilience.
- Making brain health solutions accessible to all individuals, regardless of financial resources, is crucial for impactful and valid results.
- Understanding the negative effects of technology and actively engaging in brain health practices can counterbalance addiction and improve cognitive functions.
- Consistency in healthy habits and focusing on positive thoughts can lead to positive neuroplasticity, improved mental well-being, and better decision-making abilities.
Deep dives
Mendy session and neural activity
The speaker reflects on their recent Mendy session, where they achieved an impressive neural activity level of 41%. They discuss the significance of this percentage and its relation to individual differences. The speaker also mentions the importance of competing with oneself to improve brain function and achieve higher scores.
Resilience and other factors
The speaker highlights their impressive resilience score of 11,639, which exceeded their usual score of around 3,000. They speculate on the factors that could have contributed to this improvement, such as taking a microdose of DMT, engaging in meditation, enjoying sun exposure, and cold therapy. The speaker acknowledges the need for further exploration to determine the optimal combination for personal brain optimization.
Introduction of podcast guests
The podcast host introduces Dr. Melissa Whitman, a specialist in pediatric brain injuries and neurodevelopmental disorders. They discuss their shared passion for utilizing technology for brain optimization. The host also introduces another guest, Mo-ha, who shares their background and connection to the podcast through mutual acquaintances.
Dr. Melissa Whitman's journey and autism
Dr. Melissa Whitman shares her journey into the field of functional neurology after being inspired by a lecture on using neurology for brain injuries and coma patients. She discusses her specialization in pediatric brain injuries and neurodevelopmental disorders, and her interest in brain optimization. She also opens up about her personal discovery of being on the autism spectrum later in life and the impact it had on her understanding of herself and her patients.
The importance of accessibility in brain health solutions
In this podcast episode, the speaker emphasizes the significance of making brain health solutions accessible to a wide range of people. They believe that good intentions can often lead to poor results, and the key is to prioritize learning how to genuinely help individuals, rather than generating noisy data. They discuss the importance of building products that can assist individuals in need, regardless of their financial resources, and the potential for a company to achieve both profitability and impact by making valid and science-backed solutions more accessible.
The impact of technology and social media on brain health
The episode delves into the effects of technology and social media on the brain. The speaker shares personal experiences and observations of decreased focus, reduced reading ability, and impulse control issues due to excessive use of social media apps. They discuss the importance of understanding how prolonged exposure to these platforms can cause addiction and affect cognitive functions, and express concerns about the impact on younger generations. They stress the need for individuals to take responsibility and actively engage in practices like mendi sessions to enhance brain health and counterbalance the negative effects of technology.
The role of mendi in improving brain functions
The podcast highlights the effectiveness of mendi sessions in enhancing brain functions and tackling various issues, such as insomnia, depression, anxiety, addiction, and impulse control. It is explained that mendi works by increasing blood flow to the prefrontal cortex, leading to improved focus, resilience, and decision-making abilities. The importance of relaxation during mendi sessions is emphasized, as it helps foster a flow state and prevents tension or strain. Real-life examples and personal experiences support the assertion that mendi can have life-changing benefits, especially for children and those struggling with ADHD.
The Importance of Consistency and Positive Neuroplasticity
Consistency and positive neuroplasticity are crucial for improving one's life. By being consistent in practicing healthy habits and focusing on positive thoughts, individuals can create efficient neural pathways, or 'superhighways', in their brains. This leads to improved mental well-being, increased resilience, and better decision-making abilities. Negative neuroplasticity, such as rumination or unhealthy habits, can hinder personal growth and lead to difficulties breaking free from negative thought patterns. It is important to prioritize building positive neuroplasticity by consistently engaging in activities that promote well-being.
The Benefits of Mendi and Recognizing the Value of Ease
Mendi is a wearable device designed to enhance neuroplasticity and brain function. It provides users with a simple and efficient way to train their brains and improve cognitive abilities. One notable aspect of Mendi is its user-friendly design, making it easy to use and connect with the app. The focus is on rewarding consistency and creating positive habits rather than solely seeking optimal performance. This approach acknowledges the importance of small steps and daily practices in improving overall well-being. Additionally, this discussion emphasizes the significance of recognizing the balance between the spiritual and scientific aspects of personal growth, and how treating the brain as an essential component can optimize one's life.
Today, we talk about how we can hack our brainwaves and neuroplasticity with neuroscientist, Dr. Melissa Wittman, and biohacking investor, Moha Bensofia. Dr. Melissa Wittman is an absolute boss who runs a thriving clinic in Austin seeing patients from all over the world. With over a decade of hands-on experience, she specializes in pediatric brain injuries and neurodevelopment issues, as well as optimizing cognition at any age.
Moha Bensofia has funded dozens of companies and has a knack for building great things with amazing people. He is currently CEO of Mendi, a neurotech startup making medical-grade biofeedback affordable and accessible – the crux of our conversation today.
Their mission is to enable anyone to take control of their brain activity and reach new levels of performance, whether as an entrepreneur, athlete, or just a happier human. Though originally created to help trauma victims and people with conditions like PTSD and ADHD, Moha explains why Mendi's neurofeedback can benefit anyone ready to step up their game.
Together, Dr. Melissa Wittman and Moha Bensofia break down the science behind how Mendi's headphones measure and train your brain in real-time, as well as tangible results like improved focus, emotional resilience, sleep, and more. Strap on your headsets and get ready to hack your own neuroplasticity as we dive into the next wave of biohacking for your mind. Join the brain health revolution with Mendi – visit lukestorey.com/mendi and use code LUKE20 for 20% off.
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00:09:02 - Meeting Mendi, Moha Bensofia & Dr. Melissa Wittman
• Luke's morning routine using Mendi neurofeedback headband
• Use code LUKE20 for 20% off
• Understanding functional neurology and autism w/ Dr. Melissa Wittman
• Moha Bensofia on fleeing Libya and emotional regulation
• Josh Trent & Moha Bensofia podcast interview
• Importance of surrounding yourself with smart people
00:28:09 - Moha's Journey: Fleeing Libya, Regulating Emotions & Neurofeedback
• Moha fleeing Libya during wartime and dealing with emotional regulation
• How to calm the amygdala
• Moha on calming the amygdala and the science behind Mendi
• What is neurofeedback?
• Living life with less reactivity
• Democratizing brain health
• Increasing access through companies like Mendi
00:50:55 - Accelerating Brain Health with Mendi
• How we can come together to accelerate science
• Mendi brings oxygenated blood to frontal cortex
• Tackling cognitive decline with daily habits
• Improving wellbeing with Mendi
• The origin of the word “Mendi”
• Dramatically improving focus with Mendi
• Declining mental health in younger generations
• Vertical scrolling feeds the mesencephalon
• Using Mendi for better decision making
• Praise for Mendi’s co-founders, Rickard Eklof and Sammy Saldjoghi
01:19:00 - Navigating Psychedelics & Brain Tech Responsibly
• Discussing the unique control score in Mendi
• How control score varies by individual
• Experimenting with different mental states during Mendi sessions
• Understanding neuroplasticity cycles
• Intentionally building neural pathways
• Using Mendi as a tool for intentional thinking
• Use code LUKE20 for 20% off
• Caution about using psychedelics while dealing with unresolved trauma
• Importance of approaching new brain technologies responsibly
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• Website: doctorwittman.com
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