#96 Can Tech Solve Mindfulness? The Science Behind Muse and Modern Meditation | Ariel Garten
Description
Meet Ariel Garten, neuroscientist and co-founder of Muse, the brain-sensing headband transforming how we approach meditation, focus, and mental wellness. From her early passion for the mind to building one of the most recognized names in neurotechnology, Ariel shares the science behind Muse and how it’s helping people track brain activity, improve habits, and stay calm in a noisy world. This episode explores the intersection of tech, behavior, and mindfulness—and what it means to truly know your own brain.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Muse and Its Founders
01:00 Ariel's Journey into Neuroscience and Meditation
04:16 The Evolution of Wearable Technology and Brain Health
06:48 Insights from Muse Studies and Meditation Benefits
07:47 Challenges in Building a Consistent Meditation Practice
11:30 Strategies for Developing a Meditation Habit
17:10 The Best Times to Meditate and Muse Usage Patterns
19:19 The Evolution of Muse Devices and Future Innovations
24:24 Introduction to Muse S Athena
25:17 Neurofeedback and Brain Training
28:40 Heart Rate Variability and Breathing Exercises
30:27 Teaching vs. Stimulating: The Approach to HRV
32:32 Business Growth and User Engagement
35:33 Challenges in Hardware and Software Development
40:31 The Future of Brain Health Tracking
46:19 Personal Health Routines and Practices
Ariel Garten on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arielgarten/?originalSubdomain=ca
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