I’m new. Just got this in my recommendations. Didn’t know people were doing this at home. What do people buy? What brand is best? Is this good for very severe ADHD ? Or trauma? Or depression? Thanks.
- He outlines 10 common mistakes people make with at-home neurofeedback: 1. Having unrealistic expectations about results from minimal training. More consistent, frequent training leads to better results. 2. Getting too focused on scores from the exercises rather than the overall experience. 3. Not subscribing to his UA-cam channel. 4. Getting frustrated by the technology involved. 5. Trying advanced techniques too early before mastering basics. 6. Not setting up a consistent routine. 7. Trying to do it alone rather than joining communities. 8. Becoming discouraged by faulty gear and not reaching out for support. 9. Not asking questions out of feeling new to the field. 10. He encourages asking questions on his videos, which he will personally respond to.
Thanks for encouragement for regular practice. I am a NeurOptimal practitioner but have only minimal office access now. So far have not been able to get Muse2 repaired - they wanted a video first.
@@CodyRallMD NeurOptimal works beautifully for me. Officially for “stress management” like most biofeedback devices, by enhancing brain flexibility and resilience, it seems to be helpful for emotional trauma, anger management, attention and focus issues. Memory, too - was pleased to have an opportunity to help an older woman who ultimately died due to Alzheimer’s to review, during conversations while providing neurofeedback, the arc of her life, enabling her to face and process long-suppressed issues. Seemed to help her recognize family members better, too. I love it, and many of my clients do, too. Very gentle form of neurofeedback. I switched to it many years ago when I decided I didn’t want to risk even short-term side effects from attempting operant conditioning of brain functions.
Hi Cody! 1) How can we really understand the nature of thought through BCI? Will we ever be able to reach a point where Mind reading would be possible by wearing a device? 2) Can we use BCI to put an end to the debate of dualism vs materialism and find answers to concepts like astral travel, time travel, multiverse, etc?
Hi Siddharth! 1. I think we are a long way off from full-on mind reading, like what is shown in the movies. I think we will have abstract biomarker indicators of thoughts like focus, attention, surprise, disgust, pleasure, euphoria, relaxation... ect. We should have those mapped out over the next 5 years, but much higher resolution of thought lexicon will take longer. We will need to map out the language centers and determine how those are activated by non-auditory verbal thought strings. 2. These I think will take advancements in physics and likely not be determined by BCI measurements alone. Although they will surely help.
Cody I have been doing Myndlift for 2 months but ... meh! If I am NOT meant to use the scores as a measurement - BUT feel/see no benefit... I am bored / irritated. I DO NOT KNOW HOW TO 'GAUGE' THE BENEFITS
1. Please share the list of groups to find other nfb enthusiasts and testers. 2. I wanna improve my executive functions which device/protocol is the best? 3. When will I perceive the benefits if I start with any these devices today? 4. To what extend can it help me improve attention, emotional regulation and more? 5.
Search for Heart Mind Alchemy Group and Mendi Community or Mendi Beta Testers on Facebook. I would suggest Mendi for executive function control. Benefits should start after doing it for about a month. Extent of improvement will depend on person and the amount they train (i.e. starting from a deficit vs population norm). Thanks for the questions Aravind!
When I bought a medical model EEG Thought Technology machine in 2011, I was able to put two clients on the same screen and have them entrain their visible brainwaves. I called it Mind Phasing. Since switching to EEG headsets in 2016, I have never found equipment that would let me do the same thing. I watch your videos. Don't see entrainment there. What can I use that won't cost a lot?
Hello. Have you ever tested or have an opinion on any of the CES (Cranial Electrotherapy Stimulator) devices such as the Fisher Wallace Stimulator or the Alpha-Stim AID?
Also, I suppose I might as well add in TDS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) devices which don't seem to be as at-home friendly from my keyword searches..
So, I am a newbie into real-time brain feedback. My goal is to try these devices and how they help in mediation, focusing and relaxing. But In the future I would like to try make video games using these kind of devices. And I am willing to pay a bit more for device's precision.
@@CodyRallMD my first option was Muse, but I saw a couple of feedbacks that say that last updates of Muse make the experience a lot worse. And that there is a problem with Bluetooth connection sometimes. But from what I know you can export your raw EEG data from Muse.
@@CodyRallMD So, I am a newbie into real-time brain feedback. My goal is to try these devices and how they help in mediation, focusing and relaxing. But In the future I would like to try make video games using these kind of devices. And I am willing to pay a bit more for device's precision.
Hi, nice to meet you. Sometimes, when using muse headband, when noises are loud and my brain is active, I'm not thinking. What should I do when this happens, should I focus on the noises till they decrease? Thanks
Hi Mat, have you taken a look at my Muse Meditation Mastery E-Book? It explains how you might calibrate differently to get a better result. Also, it talks about where to put your attention during those events. Good luck!
@@CodyRallMD I tried snugging the headband tighter, and the signal quality was a lot quicker calibrating, and my session was a lot easier. It sounds like I had the muse to loose, making it harder to detect the brainwaves.!
What protocols would you recommend using Muse and/or Myndlift when training for both ADHD and for meditation benefits? If you are training for Beta wouldn’t it be bad to train up for meditation what you were trying down for ADHD?
Thanks Doc my son says he needs information from a source that is not getting paid by Mindy he's been using Mindy for a couple months what can you tell him of the benefits of Mindy using Mindy and not being affiliated with Mindy is that okay to ask that or direct us to one of your videos that explains this already
I am currently using the mendi and it is definitely frustrating, because it feels like everytime i exhale the ball drops even if i am focusing. Have you ever experienced this? And if so how can I stabilize it instead?
Hi Max, have you tried calibrating different ways? My suggestion would be to calibrate early in the morning before your brain has fully woken up yet and then do the exercise. I think you might have more consistent increase in frontal lobe blood flow without the ball going down every time you exhale.
Have you tried seeing the effects on your brainwaves patterns, and strengths after taking a dose of AuNP or Gold Nano Particles, and Monoatomic gold, and listening to bi-neural beats at the same time? You should if not.
Dr. Cody I need to know what videos you would want me to share with the fire department and the police department for them to have the opportunity to know what's available for them to strengthen their brain would you personally send me two of your videos that I could present to professional people support Fire Department EMS Police Department this way if you send me something to share with them for them to go to also that way I know I'll be in the okay thanks for all you do I have been working with the Mindy for about two and a half months thanks for your feedback
Hi StClair. If you like the Mendi, go ahead and show them these two videos: ua-cam.com/video/EjDatjaromw/v-deo.html ua-cam.com/video/CIejkj47MhY/v-deo.html For a more comprehensive review of the latest devices, take a look at this video: ua-cam.com/video/_fo6Eo9OEOk/v-deo.html Hope that helps! Thanks for sharing with the fire and police departments :)
I’m new. Just got this in my recommendations. Didn’t know people were doing this at home. What do people buy? What brand is best? Is this good for very severe ADHD ? Or trauma? Or depression? Thanks.
Welcome Tnijo! For a good overview of what is available, check out this video here: ua-cam.com/video/_fo6Eo9OEOk/v-deo.html
Cool. Thank you!!
I have a muse 2, and yes it so helps with anxiety and ADHD which I have both and this kills them.
- He outlines 10 common mistakes people make with at-home neurofeedback:
1. Having unrealistic expectations about results from minimal training. More consistent, frequent training leads to better results.
2. Getting too focused on scores from the exercises rather than the overall experience.
3. Not subscribing to his UA-cam channel.
4. Getting frustrated by the technology involved.
5. Trying advanced techniques too early before mastering basics.
6. Not setting up a consistent routine.
7. Trying to do it alone rather than joining communities.
8. Becoming discouraged by faulty gear and not reaching out for support.
9. Not asking questions out of feeling new to the field.
10. He encourages asking questions on his videos, which he will personally respond to.
Hi do you plan on doing a Neuroptimal review? I would be very interested.
Thanks for encouragement for regular practice. I am a NeurOptimal practitioner but have only minimal office access now. So far have not been able to get Muse2 repaired - they wanted a video first.
Thanks Julie. How has NeurOptimal been working for you?
@@CodyRallMD NeurOptimal works beautifully for me. Officially for “stress management” like most biofeedback devices, by enhancing brain flexibility and resilience, it seems to be helpful for emotional trauma, anger management, attention and focus issues. Memory, too - was pleased to have an opportunity to help an older woman who ultimately died due to Alzheimer’s to review, during conversations while providing neurofeedback, the arc of her life, enabling her to face and process long-suppressed issues. Seemed to help her recognize family members better, too. I love it, and many of my clients do, too. Very gentle form of neurofeedback. I switched to it many years ago when I decided I didn’t want to risk even short-term side effects from attempting operant conditioning of brain functions.
love the intro skit!
Thanks Shervin! Silly but fun haha.
What are your thoughts on the fisher Wallace stimulator?
Thank you
Thanks Dr. Rall great tips on Mendi! Are you still Musing? Thanks 🙏
Oh yes, I am about to start using it nightly here soon to test sleep features.
Hi Cody!
1) How can we really understand the nature of thought through BCI? Will we ever be able to reach a point where Mind reading would be possible by wearing a device?
2) Can we use BCI to put an end to the debate of dualism vs materialism and find answers to concepts like astral travel, time travel, multiverse, etc?
Hi Siddharth! 1. I think we are a long way off from full-on mind reading, like what is shown in the movies. I think we will have abstract biomarker indicators of thoughts like focus, attention, surprise, disgust, pleasure, euphoria, relaxation... ect. We should have those mapped out over the next 5 years, but much higher resolution of thought lexicon will take longer. We will need to map out the language centers and determine how those are activated by non-auditory verbal thought strings. 2. These I think will take advancements in physics and likely not be determined by BCI measurements alone. Although they will surely help.
@@CodyRallMD Thanks for your perspective! :)
So what’s better, Mendi or Muse?
Cody I have been doing Myndlift for 2 months but ... meh! If I am NOT meant to use the scores as a measurement - BUT feel/see no benefit... I am bored / irritated. I DO NOT KNOW HOW TO 'GAUGE' THE BENEFITS
1. Please share the list of groups to find other nfb enthusiasts and testers. 2. I wanna improve my executive functions which device/protocol is the best? 3. When will I perceive the benefits if I start with any these devices today? 4. To what extend can it help me improve attention, emotional regulation and more? 5.
Search for Heart Mind Alchemy Group and Mendi Community or Mendi Beta Testers on Facebook. I would suggest Mendi for executive function control. Benefits should start after doing it for about a month. Extent of improvement will depend on person and the amount they train (i.e. starting from a deficit vs population norm). Thanks for the questions Aravind!
When I bought a medical model EEG Thought Technology machine in 2011, I was able to put two clients on the same screen and have them entrain their visible brainwaves. I called it Mind Phasing. Since switching to EEG headsets in 2016, I have never found equipment that would let me do the same thing. I watch your videos. Don't see entrainment there. What can I use that won't cost a lot?
“The biggest mistake is not subscribing to this channel” LOL. 😂🤣 that was very good.
hahhaha. glad you liked it.
Hello. Have you ever tested or have an opinion on any of the CES (Cranial Electrotherapy Stimulator) devices such as the Fisher Wallace Stimulator or the Alpha-Stim AID?
Also, what about tDCS (Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation) devices such as the ActivaDose tDCS Device or the Brain Premier tDCS Device?
Also, I suppose I might as well add in TDS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) devices which don't seem to be as at-home friendly from my keyword searches..
Good morning!
Can I use your help in choosing the right device for my needs? I watched your videos but I still have some questions
ask away!
So, I am a newbie into real-time brain feedback.
My goal is to try these devices and how they help in mediation, focusing and relaxing. But In the future I would like to try make video games using these kind of devices. And I am willing to pay a bit more for device's precision.
@@CodyRallMD my first option was Muse, but I saw a couple of feedbacks that say that last updates of Muse make the experience a lot worse. And that there is a problem with Bluetooth connection sometimes.
But from what I know you can export your raw EEG data from Muse.
@@CodyRallMD the second option is Mendi. But I don't know whether you can export raw data from it.
So which one you think is better for me?
@@CodyRallMD So, I am a newbie into real-time brain feedback.
My goal is to try these devices and how they help in mediation, focusing and relaxing. But In the future I would like to try make video games using these kind of devices. And I am willing to pay a bit more for device's precision.
My Muse 2 lasted less than 1 year - stuck in Thailand with it. What should I do other than stomp on it?
What broke? Bluetooth? Sensors?
Has anyone tried this on adderall and compared to without? Plz tell me everything. Thanks
I'm working on a project with some Swedish Yotubers that will test that
@@CodyRallMD cool!! I’ll try to watch for video on that. Thank you!!
Doc, which one do you recommend to increase creativity?
Hi, nice to meet you. Sometimes, when using muse headband, when noises are loud and my brain is active, I'm not thinking. What should I do when this happens, should I focus on the noises till they decrease? Thanks
Hi Mat, have you taken a look at my Muse Meditation Mastery E-Book? It explains how you might calibrate differently to get a better result. Also, it talks about where to put your attention during those events. Good luck!
I'll check it out, thanks
@@CodyRallMD I tried snugging the headband tighter, and the signal quality was a lot quicker calibrating, and my session was a lot easier. It sounds like I had the muse to loose, making it harder to detect the brainwaves.!
What protocols would you recommend using Muse and/or Myndlift when training for both ADHD and for meditation benefits? If you are training for Beta wouldn’t it be bad to train up for meditation what you were trying down for ADHD?
Thanks Doc my son says he needs information from a source that is not getting paid by Mindy he's been using Mindy for a couple months what can you tell him of the benefits of Mindy using Mindy and not being affiliated with Mindy is that okay to ask that or direct us to one of your videos that explains this already
Thanks for the comment! Check out this video for a more in-depth review on Mendi :) ua-cam.com/video/EjDatjaromw/v-deo.html
Inspiration !
Thank you!
I am currently using the mendi and it is definitely frustrating, because it feels like everytime i exhale the ball drops even if i am focusing. Have you ever experienced this? And if so how can I stabilize it instead?
Hi Max, have you tried calibrating different ways? My suggestion would be to calibrate early in the morning before your brain has fully woken up yet and then do the exercise. I think you might have more consistent increase in frontal lobe blood flow without the ball going down every time you exhale.
@@CodyRallMD thank you so much! I will definitely try that.
Have you tried seeing the effects on your brainwaves patterns, and strengths after taking a dose of AuNP or Gold Nano Particles, and Monoatomic gold, and listening to bi-neural beats at the same time? You should if not.
Dr. Cody I need to know what videos you would want me to share with the fire department and the police department for them to have the opportunity to know what's available for them to strengthen their brain would you personally send me two of your videos that I could present to professional people support Fire Department EMS Police Department this way if you send me something to share with them for them to go to also that way I know I'll be in the okay thanks for all you do I have been working with the Mindy for about two and a half months thanks for your feedback
Hi StClair. If you like the Mendi, go ahead and show them these two videos:
ua-cam.com/video/EjDatjaromw/v-deo.html
ua-cam.com/video/CIejkj47MhY/v-deo.html
For a more comprehensive review of the latest devices, take a look at this video:
ua-cam.com/video/_fo6Eo9OEOk/v-deo.html
Hope that helps! Thanks for sharing with the fire and police departments :)