

Massive HRV & Readiness Scores With This ONE Trick For Instant Stress Relief (Calm Fight & Flight Within *Seconds*), With VeRelief's Dr. Nicholas Hool
86 snips Jan 9, 2025
Dr. Nicholas Hool, a biomedical engineer and the creator of VeRelief, discusses groundbreaking advancements in stress management. He reveals how his vagus nerve stimulation tool enhances calmness and performance. The conversation dives into the science behind its effectiveness compared to traditional methods and highlights its innovative, hands-free design for athletic use. Nicholas shares insights on optimizing recovery and offers tips for quick stress relief that can easily fit into a busy life. It's a fascinating glimpse into cutting-edge wellness technology!
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Golf and Performance Anxiety
- Nicholas Hool's performance anxiety in golf motivated him to study biomedical engineering.
- He wanted to find ways to "hack" the nervous system to improve performance under pressure.
Choosing a PhD Program
- Nicholas Hool chose Arizona State University's PhD program for the freedom to pursue neuromodulation research.
- Duke University, despite its prestige, didn't offer the research flexibility he needed.
Early Vagus Nerve Stimulation
- Initial attempts with earbud vagal nerve stimulators provided a subtle calming effect but not the desired intensity.
- Increasing the power resulted in uncomfortable shocks, prompting further investigation.