“Come On, Get Hapbee” with Scott Donnell (Part One)

Chill Out. Relax. Be Hapbee. In this episode, we talk with Entrepreneur and CEO of Hapbee, Scott Donnell. Scott shares the science behind Hapbee, a revolutionary new tool that allows the wearer to replicate different feelings via magnetic signals, and talks with us about the future of wearable technology and the importance of engaging with our emotions on a daily basis.
Synopsis: What if you could, with the simple touch of a button, conjure the feelings of a caffeine buzz or a peaceful meditative state? Thanks to new discoveries in mood stabilizing technology, this may not be as far-fetched as it once sounded. In this episode, we talk with Scott Donnell about Hapbee, a wearable device that lets you feel calm, alert, focused or sleepy on command. Scott educates us on the science behind neurostimulation, shares advances made using substance-free sensations, and discusses the future of Hapbee technology.
About Scott Donnell: Scott Donnell is the CEO of Hapbee. Scott has 10 years of experience building over 80 consumer products. His first company, Apex Leadership Co, has 115 franchises, and serves over 3 million customers. Scott brings expertise in tech, web dev, product design, manufacturing and marketing to Hapbee.
About Hapbee: Hapbee is an augmentative wearable that emulates normal molecular interactions in the body through small, specific magnetic fields. Hapbee can replicate different feelings by playing safe, low energy magnetic signals. The feelings fall under six general categories: Happy, Alert, Pick Me Up, Relaxed, Calm and Sleepy.
For Further Exploration:
Hapbee IndieGoGo Page: www.indiegogo....
Psychology Today Article - Is This New Technology the Future of Mental Health?: www.psychology...
What is a magnetometer?: en.wikipedia.o...
EMulate Therapeutics: emulatetx.com/...

[@kawaiiibunni]

Petition for an episode on Byron's life story!!

[@kst4878]

Real peer-reviewed science would make this far more compelling, and I don’t think people are trolls for expecting that from someone making such massive claims. He talks about these studies- but never presents. Its insulting that people (many of whom are researchers and scientists) who expect him to back his claims with science are labled “trolls.” I think it’s also a touch naïve to think he’s doing this to help people. He clearly states he directed his focus away from more a costly research-based idea to focus on a product he could market without FDA oversight. Profits, loves. Another rich entrepreneur trying to sell his goods under the guise of “helping people.”

[@marianavase8805]

The earth Locker initiative is very good, it shows that the three of them (especially Robert Sheehan) want to change the world to make it a better place but I think they are not doing it well, I agree with you, I loved the talk of Ron Perlman and Emma Dabiri but I don't like the other guests Naveen Jain and Scott Donnell. They are CEO business people, they are not scientists. Who will be the next guest? Gwyneth Paltrow? She might talk about how inserting an obsidian stone into the vagina helps prevent cancer ... 😅 I'm sorry my English is not very good.

[@kst4878]

I think they are doing a wonderful job putting themselves out there and trying to do good- they are certainly under no obligation to do so and as public figures I’m sure it comes with some risks. I just hope they’re open to constructive criticism from people who want them to do well. I think we are all part of a large family that wants the best for this earth and for our fellow humans. They have a platform many of us will never have, so the potential outreach is huge- which is why I feel it’s almost more important not to highlight people who are potentially spreading destructive disinformation for profits. I say it all with love and well wishes for The Earth Locker and these clearly great hosts.

[@apalala4166]

@@marianavase8805 Haha I had the same thought, Mr. Jain and Mr. Donnell indeed remind my of Gwyneth Paltrow's Goop. I love the idea of this podcast and listening to them explore topics, but maybe it would be better if they chose more guests that can provide expert opinion rather than CEOs that come here to promote their product. After all you can change the world just with ideas and without having to buy a product that costs several hundred dollars :P

[@marianavase8805]

Apalala I would prefer that they invite scientists who have a KZbin channel, they do a good job of dissemination, they are also used to speaking in front of the cameras, they can do it in an entertaining way. They could contribute much more.

[@gabriellegmanna]

This whole magnet thing seems a little confusing when he said you just need to replicate a frequency in order to get the results -- can't you just listen to binaural beats for the same result then? Like, you can do that for free on youtube. Lol.

[@samanthaellett3952]

I love how Rob takes what is said and puts it into layman's terms, which I appreciate 👍

[@katiem4935]

44:53 Rob makes an excellent point here, also I love the way he talks, so lyrical😄

[@samanthaellett3952]

Your questions to Scot are great, you don't hide your scepticism but ask exactly what I would want to, really great chat, I've thoroughly enjoyed it, and now want to try one!

[@jamonicawilliams9783]

I appreciate you three asking great questions that your viewers may have had regarding the product. Ughh I just love this podcast, keep up the great work. Also hi Rob, love you ! 😍😍❤️❤️

[@linda2689]

Fascinating! But I am a bit sceptical about this and I'm glad you asked some critical questions. I'm curious what comes out of the studies they were conducting and whether there will be independent studies available eventually. Right now it seems a bit out there and almost feels a bit Black Mirror-ish. Hate to be gloomy, but my mind went to things like can you get addicted to using it, if you use it too much can you get desensitised and not experience 'natural' emotions as well anymore, can it be hacked to influence people and used with bad intentions that way? Anyway, as I said, my mind went to Black Mirror like situations... 🤔

[@apalala4166]

If it would work, there would probably be an issue with addiction but it doesn't actually work. Currently there is no scientific method that can trigger a specific mood in you just by pressing a button. Mr. Donnell mentions how they apparently proved that it has an affect beyond placebo on humans, but I could not find a publication on this anywhere. Even the Psychology Today article that they linked in the video description states: "It’s important to note that, at this point in time, there is no scientific evidence that ulRFE can produce changes in mood"

[@TheHollysaur]

Hi guys, really enjoying these podcasts. Only thing is please please please let the guest finish their sentences! 🙏 Can be really hard to listen to them being talked over or cut off. Said with love 😘

[@ambergonzales9071]

I agree. That would make a world of difference. When people talk over each other a lot, I get anxiety.

[@nataliahousse231]

I think Byron is so great. You’ve such a balanced team!

[@sierrajones3125]

more scientists, psychologists, nutritionists, activists, and people of those sorts, less business men like scott and naveen. theyre selling products and promoting ideas not backed by enough facts/science and its hard to watch. best podcast so far was w/ Emma ❤️

[@30STMfin]

Fully agree with this comment!

[@KH-lx1oi]

Agreed!

[@becomingholistics8731]

I'm all for expanding the thought boundaries past the norm, but the forceful consumerism of the entrepreneurs is, indeed, hard to take..

[@Faith-mf6jz]

I don’t know, guys. I’m very skeptical about this one but I appreciate you bringing it to us. You guys are awesome!

[@dedehicks494]

I'd love to see Ethan Gold on your Podcast. He is brilliant ❤️ Loving what I'm seeing ☺️

[@soffiapiano]

Yes!! He would make a very interesting guest!

[@bizarelli7695]

54:53 "Could it put your cat into a coma?" Lol Rob is so anticlimactic sometimes i can't hold

[@lucyhemmings9733]

Rob the “trumpets in your brain” is just hilarious 🤣 absolutely howling at that part and then there’s the part about the wild dog 🤣🤣🤣 thank you for making me chuckle. Great podcast. Rob your my “hapbee” 💕

[@amybruce7350]

Kudos to them for wanting to bring this tech to the people. Incredibly beneficial implications but have be honest...aspects give me pause too including the safety of the actual signal. Will wait & watch episode 2 to see how things progress.

[@apalala4166]

From the Psychology Today article that they linked in the video description: "It’s important to note that, at this point in time, there is no scientific evidence that ulRFE can produce changes in mood"

[@limitless3268]

I'm interested but also hesitant. Not entirely sure how I feel about all of this. 🤔

[@salpivartivarian1615]

I haven't even started the video. I've only read the description so far. And it's a scary concept, frankly... And the device (or what I'm imagining it to be, only having read the description so far) has the potential to cause addictive behavior. If it actually works. or even if it doesn't (due to the placebo effect).

[@limitless3268]

@@salpivartivarian1615 give the video a go, part two as well. So far all of the podcasts have been well worth the watching. I definitely agree with the potential for addictive behavior worry. That is touched on in their conversation. I don't agree with the good vs. bad addictive behaviors concept mentioned. My worry is not if it works or not but rather the potential for masking the need to address why it is being used in the first place. For the uses with regards to conditions that are being treated in other ways and this providing relief in addition to treatment I can see the potential benefit. But what about the undiagnosed person with let's say depression using the product who may also greatly benefit from talk therapy? Instead they get a dose of good vibes and don't deal with the issues that drove them to the need. Hence my interest and hesitation. A user driven app with no medical monitoring or prerequisite ehhhh I dunno.

[@limitless3268]

@@dazedconfuseds To be blunt this product gives me a major Black Mirror vibe.

[@sijellove4354]

Very interesting topic and idea. I agree that this technology can be widely applicable and help many people but I am wary of how it can be misused similarly to substances currently used to achieve the same effects (i.e., drugs, alcohol, etc.). My concern is the abuse of this technology by individuals using it as a "crutch" to target a symptom rather than taking active steps to solve the root of the issue. Otherwise such an amazing product and amazing conversation! Looking forward to part 2 :)

[@sithariswolf]

Very interested in this but also very dubious. Was glad that the video came out quickly as I wanted to watch the body language. I'd be interested to read as much as I can understand of the science when possible. *Trigger warning.* My main concern would be risks of addiction. Although not a chemical intake if something is causing a physical response then it can still become an addiction and unhealthy. Self harm such as cutting doesn't involve taking a chemical but it does create a response that can become addictive. And along the line of addiction could you grown accustomed/desensitized to the device? Would you need more intense feelings? What is the risk to users of at some point profit being more important than health (not accusing the current owners but ownership of a business can change) and the price spiking after they have become dependant if it does prove to be addictive? As I said very interested in the possibility of helping people, especially those with mood disorders, but very concerned at the possible risks involved. Looking forward to reading the test results and research when released.

[@katiem4935]

I agree, I am actually intrigued to watch purely to see through what the guest is saying from a psychological perspective, looking at body language and what they're actually saying. It's fascinating because I immediately got dodgy vibes from both guests I've seen so far lol

[@sithariswolf]

@@katiem4935 even thought I haven't agreed with some of the sentiments of other guests this was the first one where I felt the need to actually see them because they set off a few alarms in the back of my head.

[@katiem4935]

@@sithariswolf Yeah agreed

[@5sossnappedharderthanthano415]

This device seems very helpful and cool! Love that it can keep people away from drugs and all that unneeded things.

[@elizabeth_washere5858]

I think you gentlemen would be interested in the AmpCoil. It is another type of electromagnetic frequency wellness device. It is similar to the Hapbee, but very different too.

[@mermaidday6701]

I really hope you guys get to test these out and update us on your findings

[@lynnhall8720]

I believe that frequencies can be used to heal. Dr Richard Bach based his Flower Remedies on this premise and homeopathy is also based on it. Some years ago, whilst suffering from back pain for which nothing was having an effect, I entered into meditation with the purpose of finding an answer. I saw myself being wired up to what looked like an old fashioned radio 📻 with dials and a frequency band. A clip was placed on my index finger and the dials were adjusted by someone whose presence I felt, but couldn't make out. As the frequency was increased, the pain lessened. I remained pain free after the meditation ended and for a few days after. I haven't been able to revisit this vision since, but it was proof enough for me that this is truth.

[@jodiefollett7181]

Hi guys. Loving the podcasts. Well done on all you hard work. A suggestion for a future guest would be Jack Kornfield. He is a fascinating man who draws on experiences from his buddhist background promoting mindfulness and meditation in order for us to find happiness in this life. He is also a clinical psychologist. Thanks again.

[@beatrizcf]

This is probably a useful tool to help calm down during an anxiety attack!

[@rubycheeseday6862]

Intrigued how this can change / improve your mood. Would be interested to try it as an open minded sceptic. Working at a vets I'd also be curious to see how it would work on the furry friends we see. Loving these podcasts with Rob, Tom & Byron. Love how Rob's like a fascinated puppy with loads of questions!

[@apalala4166]

Could you please ask Mr. Donnell to cite a few studies (and by "cite" I mean list title and authors of the publication) proving the effect of this device, respectively proving these signals are actually influencing mood? Cause I couldn't find any articles on Google Scholar, and the "science" behind it doesn't make much sense from a neurological standpoint. I only found a study (academic.oup.com/neuro-oncology/article-abstract/21/Supplement_6/vi29/5619938?redirectedFrom=fulltext) proving that it is not harmful but none saying it actually has an effect on mood. I found one paper about ultra-low radio frequency being used for brain imaging, but none proving ultra-low radio frequency influences mood in a specific way. There is currently a method of magnetism stimulating/inhibiting brain activity (transcranial magnetic stimulation TMS), but so far it's only developed enough for stimulating/deactivating certain brain areas, not certain moods (for example it can temporarily deactivate the Broca-area, making you unable to speak but still understand language, but it cannot stimulate you to feel happy/calm/sleepy/etc). TMS is also used as an exploratory treatment for depression. However neither Neuroscience nor TMS are as far that they could activate specific moods just by magnetic stimulation. Considering there's 0 studies proving the effectiveness of Hapbee, this product most likely doesn't have any effect that goes beyond Placebo. Critical review of Hapbee: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZoqQnZSfp7KKnK8

[@kst4878]

I agree. I really love what they are trying to do, but I worry a bit about some of the pseudoscience that is being highlighted here by business people. Naveen Jain claimed that doctors only want to give people pills, then pushes his own “one stop nutrition pill.“ This man is similarly shady. As an individual well-versed in practicing mental health care (and doing the research associated with best science-based practices) this is a bit disappointing and makes me worry people could be misled. There are many powerful, wonderful, natural (and often free) things people can do to improve their mental health, but this is very questionable. I wish more academics, conservationists, activists, and scientists were highlighted and fewer business people using “wellness” to make $$$.

[@apalala4166]

@@susannedesic3726 Thanks for pointing out my link doesn't work (which is strange since doi are meant to be constant), I will fix it. Regarding the article you linked: It's only about animal models, which cannot be generalized to humans especially regarding electromagnetic fields (for example birds and seaturtles can see those fields, humans can't) and the article also only talks about whether it has an influence or not, but it doesn't talk about how specific frequencies trigger a specific response. Meaning just because you can get a random stimulus response in a rat, doesn't mean if you play frequency X it will also cause a human to feel emotion Y. So there is still lacking data on whether those waves can actually steer moods or not.

[@apalala4166]

@@kst4878 I agree! I love the idea of a podcast that is trying to improve the world, but it would make me very happy if they consulted more experts rather than CEOs of new age businesses. Even if the classic medicine has it's faults, alternative medicine is in no way more innocent regarding making a quick buck. So often these businesses exploit people's distrust against pharma just to sell them overpriced placebos that have no scientific proof to back them up. I found the part where they talked about psychiatry being too pushy about pills very interesting, cause it's true. But instead of promoting a 500$ device as an alternative, it would've been nice if they looked up a clinical researcher focusing on i.e. mindfulness in psychotherapy. That would've been an alternative to psych drugs that actually had scientific literature about it.

[@kst4878]

Absolutely. I left a career in psychology because I hated the emphasis on medication and wanted to work in environmental psych. I’ve seen these issues first hand and I had hoped these guys would be highlighting things that were researched a little better or at least run by an scientist- we’re not all pill-pushers. There are so many people doing good for the earth and their fellow humans who are not trying to make a buck off pseudoscience! Unfortunately this is the second podcast that’s felt like an ad (and endorsement!) for a rich Charlatan. There is so much potential to do good here but not by highlighting con-artists.

[@katiem4935]

@@kst4878 Totally agree ❤️

[@cassiearthurs5335]

I am loving these episodes!!

[@rachelmontano8447]

You had me at woo woo culture, I'm looking up road trip routes to Sedona, AZ right now lol

[@Spectral_Summoner]

I enjoy all the podcast and finished them all on Spotify And know this is something to watch during school Please keep up the great work.

[@laurabosse1789]

Interesting episode. Looking forward to part 2!

[@shaylaauen2120]

I think the idea of this is great. I really do. I mean the thing is pretty damn cool, right? I do on the other hand, believe a lot of this could be reached through meditation. As for the pain relief section of this technology, well to be frank, I want to try it.. I have this personal sort of tick where I don't like feeling reliant on things because at that moment, whatever it may be, I am not in control. If I became reliant on this Hapbee device but I later misplace it, unable to get another for whatever reason, how do you suppose that would affect me or others? Just playing devils advocate a bit. I do see this being extremely beneficial in multiple ways and appreciate the great content! Looking forward to part 2 with Scott Donnell on The Earth Locker.

[@kamalsinghsra67]

Wow..very interesting!!!! Can’t wait see too more!! Keep up the great work💚🔥

[@AndreaLBS]

Would Hapbee help me reduce or eliminate my tinnitus?

[@brookelynlake7448]

this podcast>>

[@couturehairuk4256]

Awsome. My favourite episode so far 👍

[@bizarelli7695]

O Robert é muito doidinho e eu amo isso kkkkkkk Adoro o jeito como ele enfia as histórias de vida aleatórias dele no meio da conversa e fica sendo prolixo e falando de um jeito viajado kkkkkkkk Esse cara é uma figura!

[@Molly-sx6tz]

Tom’s been to Lake Havasu? I lived there for almost 10 years!!!

[@katiem4935]

54:00 I was wondering that exact question Byron 👍

[@libz_333]

Loved today’s episode ✨

[@LirolMolky]

Is it just me or the CEO spend most of the time deviating their questions...?

[@30STMfin]

no definitely not just you.

[@rachelmontano8447]

I gotta be honest, the conversation surrounding Adderall and medications midway through the episode has me a little yikes. While I definitely agree that pills can be overprescribed in western medicine, I feel as though that's been shifting a bit as of the last 5 or 10 years. In regards to medications meant to help with mental illnesses, it's tricky to say, "Why not just make lifestyle changes," because mental illnesses are quite literally genetic brain chemistry issues that can't just be solved by changing your diet. Yes, eliminating more processed foods from my diet and getting more exercise will certainly help my body overall, but it isn't going to supplement the seratonin and norepinephrine my body fails to create properly on its own. That's like saying, "you don't need glasses, just eat more carrots." Sure, packing lots of carrots into your diet might help your eye health overtime or slow the rate at which your sight deteriorates, but they're not going to *fix* your vision if you are a person that requires glasses. This especially hits home for at the moment because I've had depression, anxiety, and ADHD for 24 years and did everything I could without medications to manage those things, including diet, exercise, talk therapy, and so on. The trouble is that those illnesses (and most mental illnesses) work against you as you try to create and keep up with healthier habits. I broke down at the beginning of quarantine and finally saw a psychiatrist for the first time. I primarily went to get treatment for my ADHD, because I felt as though I had a solid handle on my depression but the ADHD was creating large roadblocks in this early-adult life of mine where I'm trying to make strides in my career. It took 8 months of working with my doctor to make an ADHD diagnosis, from mid-March to just the end of September, about 3 weeks ago. And I spent that 8 months jumping through hoops that my doctor set up for me because he was skeptical that I wasn't just trying to abuse stimulants, because there is a HUGE stigma surrounding ADHD medications and psyche meds in general. He started off by putting me on some different antidepressants, and eventually we found one that helped me with no real side effects- Zoloft. I wasn't excited about going on an antidepressant because, like I said, I thought I was managing my depression well enough without it, I didn't want to go on an arbitrary pill. But when I tell you it changed my life, I'm not exaggerating. It made it possible to actually be more positive and optimistic in my life, reduced the number of days that I couldn't get out of bed in the morning and make myself a proper meal, made it possible to meditate in an actually meaningful way instead of sitting and closing my eyes for a few uncomfortable minutes. Once we saw the Zoloft was helping but wasn't addressing the ADHD symptoms, he prescribed me low-dose Adderall. It's been about 3 weeks and it's been such a game-changer. Now it's possible for me to actually get myself to do something instead of my brain telling my body to get up and do it and my body having no response at all. I can do one thing at a time instead of being divided between 4 things at once. I can CHOOSE what I can focus on and communicate with myself when I need to take regular breaks, instead of getting sucked into useless things for hours on end and not realizing the passage of time or being unable to pull myself away. And the thing is that people who don't have these brain chemistry issues ARE going to feel more side effects when they take these pills which are not meant for them. People with ADHD don't get that super-duper focused sensation that people without ADHD get when they take Adderall. We become normal. We become functional instead of scraping by. Our brains operate slower than a brain without ADHD, and stimulants bring us up to the proper level. People without ADHD are getting a super-boost, which means they have to come down from that and it's going to be a significant crash, especially if you take it one time. You're just throwing your body into this huge up and down. People with ADHD are meant to be taking steady doses of their meds at least 5 out of 7 days of the week to keep their levels up, but even still, we're not going to come crashing down from one dose like that and have some kind of hangover because our brain chemistry doesn't react to a stimulant that way. Lifestyle changes are still very important. I might be on Zoloft and Adderall now, but I still need to make sure that I'm staying away from processed foods as much as possible. I still need to make sure I'm moving my body, cutting down on sugar, paying close attention to my sleep habits, meditating regularly to keep my peace of mind, limiting screen/social media time, I even have made a big effort to incorporate more foods into my diet that are high in B vitamins to further facilitate those energy boosts that I need. These habits are not going to change the fact that I have ADHD, but also I can't rely 100% on Adderall to fix all of my issues with ADHD, I still need to maintain healthy habits to give the Adderall its best chance at working and give my brain the best chance at absorbing that medication well. There must always be a balance. As much as I wish I didn't have to take pills for my mental illnesses, or really just wish that I didn't have these mental illnesses at all and functioned like a neurotypical person, I do still need to take them to have a fighting chance at keeping up with life in modern society. Just some food for thought for you guys.

[@user-nz7ti9ch9p]

I agree 100%. Thanks for taking the time to write this incredibly eloquent response (so I don’t have to!). I hope you understand how brave and strong you are for seeking help and working so hard to get to a better place in your life!

[@rachelmontano8447]

@@user-nz7ti9ch9p Thank you SO much, this reply means so so so much to my

[@user-nz7ti9ch9p]

@@rachelmontano8447 you’re most welcome! I’m so sorry you’ve had to deal with people criticizing your decisions to take medication. No one should be criticized for trying to be healthier (as long as it’s not a method which is endangering public health) whether it be through diet, meditation, exercise, medication, or a combination. Everyone is different. I myself take medication for depression and have been doing so for years. I’ve tried non-medication forms of treatment over the years, and while they have worked for some things, as you perfectly said above, the depression causes my brain to work against the non-medication methods. There’s a long learning curve and it’s never been easy, but we keep going! P.S. What you said about the alcohol is hilarious and so true. I also don’t drink alcohol or use any drugs to get high. I’ve never had the urge (and I know what my brain’s capable of when it misbehaves...it’s NOT something I would ever choose to bring upon myself). It’s funny how society has branded getting high and drunk as “cool” (as long as you don’t get addicted), but taking pills to allow you to function is looked down upon. Kind of like how “slumming” is considered cool, but actually being poor is not (wow, look at me, I had a deep thought and I’m not even high! 😉)

[@rachelmontano8447]

@@user-nz7ti9ch9p Okay that post script made me LOL! I don't know anyone that expects their psyche meds to do all the work for them, really, there's ALWAYS some kind of behavior therapy they also turn to. Running, journaling, raw/vegan/paleo diets, yoga, you name it! The thing is that even WITH medications, it's really easy to have those low days that get you off track and then you feel like crap for a week lol. No one is going to CHOOSE that!!! That's nuts! It sucks! And what he mentioned about "we could mimic noncovalent bonds but we can't replicate covalent bonds - hormones, stimulants, suppressants, we can mimic those" ..... My guy, Adderall, Ritalin, and caffeine are all covalent bonds, and I don't know of a single dopamine/seratonin/norepinephrine/epinephrine reuptake inhibitor (anti-depressants) that isn't also covalently bonded. Hell, even Xanax is covalently bonded. Even estrogen and progesterone are covalently bonded! I'm not saying this device won't work or wouldn't create a helpful boost for some people, but brain/bio chemistry is very complex and differs so wildly from person to person. Depending on EXACTLY how this device works/what it's triggering, a neurodivergent person that's on a stimulant or a reuptake inhibitor could potentially get overloaded with norepinephrine/adrenaline and trigger a panic attack. I kind of wish we could have gotten this pitch from one of the scientists behind development as opposed to the entrepreneur front-man.

[@user-nz7ti9ch9p]

@@rachelmontano8447 yeah, the science was amusing, to say the least. The guy obviously has no understanding of biology or chemistry. My favorite parts were when he talked about “the frequency of the ECG” and said it was in megahertz (it’s in hertz, and it’s not one frequency, it’s a combination of frequencies...if it’s one frequency you’re either dead or very close to it). The whole thing was funny, how he found this great technology which can supposedly help a lot of people, and then was like, “To hell with the FDA, we’re here to make money!” and now how can’t reference any of the previous research (which means some legal battle involving millions of dollars is going on behind the scenes) or claim that his product has any medical value. He has quite obviously been counseled by a lawyer on what he can and cannot say. Seriously though, it really doesn’t bother me. If he wants to sell it and someone wants to buy it, whatever. However, it does bother me when people attack others for taking medication, so I’m glad you spoke up about that. How I deal with bad days, is by being aware that they are just that - a day or less (often before my period). It’s okay to have a bad day. I know that tomorrow, or even later today (everything tends to be better at night or in the early morning for me, I’m extremely nocturnal in my nature, one of my genetic “gifts” along with the depression, although I attempt to live a diurnal lifestyle) I’ll feel better.

[@samsepiol7736]

Fascinating, never would've thought this was possible

[@apalala4166]

It isn't. It's not possible to simulate molecules with electromagnetic waves. If there really was a device that could steer moods, neurologists would be fighting each other to get their hands on this. This company claims to have over 15 years in research but they have not yet published any paper proving their device can actually influence moods.

[@kst4878]

I cannot find any research whatsoever in any neuroscience, neuropsych, neurology or psych journal that shows any peer reviewed research that this is even a thing. Ps: Sam, sorry about Shayla.

[@samsepiol7736]

@@apalala4166 i thought it sounded too good to be true, thanks for letting me know

[@samsepiol7736]

@@kst4878 thanks for letting me know. P.S. thanks, i miss her

[@apalala4166]

@@samsepiol7736 No worries. Often alternative medicine businesses sound to good to be true as they are of a very enterpreneurial nature. Even if you don't know how to find and/or read scientific papers, it always helps to google "(company name) scam" to check what the negative reviews have to say.

[@sarahdixon4901]

Anyone seen black mirror?? The one where the old lady who's dying has a headset on and is living her best life?? Really reminded me of that like 🤯

[@yanetplatt7722]

I'd love to try it as well!!

[@theearthlocker646]

Go for it! We have one on the way and will be running it through it's paces soon

[@martinafabian8823]

Wow I've never heard of it before, I definitely need one of those gizmos😅

[@MariaObenita]

would subliminals have the same effect like your the magnetic signals?

[@cassihernandez7133]

Hmm...very interesting but if would be amazing to help with things like alzheimers and adhd in kids instead of medication if it works. I'd like to know more about it for sure and see more personal experience. Rob and Tom make some good points.

[@akkrupa]

Interesting device...I want to hear what one of the nerds in the basement would say. I think the scientist perspective would allow for another way to describe the same thing with different passion. Sorry I say nerd, I 💚 nerds. I believe this has great potential.

[@kielimowrer5762]

Part of me is super skeptical of anything that sounds this simple and amazing -- like surely it's too good to be true. But on the other hand, I've actually heard of this prior to watching this episode -- from my dad, who works in mental health. Apparently he recently attended a continuing education workshop where one of the presenters actually talked about this exact device and how it could be the future of mental health treatment. So it sounds like it's actually being taken seriously in the mental health community... which makes me really want to give it a shot. Unfortunately I don't have nearly $400 for the device itself + $20 per month to have access to the signals, nor the $1000 that would be necessary to get both the device and signals permanently, without a subscription. 😭 I hope the price comes down, sooner than later.

[@aspin5335]

Woah this seems so interesting!

[@thesheehab]

This was fascinating. Listened earlier and it's good to see the video version. Lots of fun too. Keep up the good work x

[@debra3789]

Can I get one of these with a Robert Sheehan signal please? I feel like that would definitely improve my wellbeing!

[@AndreaLBS]

Hahaha yes

[@NiciShortForNicole]

commenting for the algorithm

[@ruthhethomas2877]

This product unnerves me greatly. I am all for it's use medically as palliative care or for prolonging life but marketing it as a mental health product makes me extremely uneasy. We're not supposed to be 'happy', 'relaxed', 'energised' etc. all the time and a product like this, in my opinion, means that people will use this as a crutch instead of drugs/alcohol/food. Wearing it all day to fell 'happy' is all very Brave New World.

[@apalala4166]

The product hasn't been proven to work anyways.

[@_marmellows_]

@@apalala4166 This is the exact reason I'm alarmed that they are featuring people and products like this. I'd much rather listen to scientifically backed up information instead of entrepreneurs pushing products who are trying to swindle hundreds and even thousands of dollars out of people. Giving a platform to this content is worrisome because it's intentionally neglecting science and proof. I'm all for alternatives to a pill, but I want science and proof backing up claims. Without scientific proof, it seems very pseudoscience and scam-like.

[@LayllasLocker]

Hmmm. Not sure how I feel about this. I guess its worth a try for many people, if they are stuck in hell cities. But personally, best thing one can do is connect with nature. Nothing can affect your body and soul like nature. Also, I dont see how can I be happy with no reason behind it. O.o I listen to ASMR to relax, and that is it.

[@xeronda]

Robieeee i love u so much😍😍😍😍❤❤❤❤❤

[@sexyshazza]

It's so obviously a scam that it's pretty disappointing to see people you admire lapping it up like this. Between this nonsense, Chopra's pseudoscientific drivel and the highly dubious claims of Viome, this podcast has been a real let down. Also, did you guys ever take the time to find out how Naveen Jain *really* made his millions?

[@annielol5256]

Think I’m early

[@nataliahousse231]

Controlling emotions though sounds really scary and questionable. Helping with cancer on the contrary is curious, even though it’s not very clear

[@theearthlocker646]

There is loads of unknowns left in life, that is why we do the podcast to learn more things about stuff. Thanks for the comment.

[@nataliahousse231]

@@theearthlocker646 thanks for courage to step into the unknown with such a fun and sincere attitude, you ROCK I wanted to share this new NY times article with you by the way www.google.fr/amp/s/www.nytimes.com/2020/11/16/opinion/coronavirus-minks-wildlife-environment.amp.html

[@ursulaoconnell4537]

Interesting but I'm not sure about it. I don t think I'd be buying it if Scott knocked on my door trying to pawn it off on me.

[@onemansvoice9132]

I hope they don't buy into this. He sounds like a snake oil salesman

[@apalala4166]

He is. Even the Psychology Today article that they linked in the video description states: "It’s important to note that, at this point in time, there is no scientific evidence that ulRFE can produce changes in mood"

[@kst4878]

Also Psychology Today it’s not a legitimate scientific publication… It’s an entertainment magazine just like Shape, People, or Women’s Health.. it’s pay to play and they publish all sorts of nonsense. No psychologist would recommend it as a legit source of information on best practices or leading therapies.

[@apalala4166]

@@kst4878 Wasn't saying Psychology Today was a legitimate scientific publication, but instead that even the article that the 3 hosts linked themselves actively denies the legitimacy of Hapbee, meaning they most likely didn't even (properly) read the article they linked.

[@kst4878]

Absolutely, I didn’t mean to imply that you were saying it was- I see how it could be read that way. My apologies. I bristled when I heard Scott here brag that they were having an article published in PT like it was a real academic journal because I think a lot of people might not understand that’s different than having research published in an academic journal (and I believe his intention was to pass one off for the other). I wanted to clarify for people less familiar with publishing research vs publishing in an entertainment magazine.

[@apalala4166]

@@kst4878 Ah my bad, I misunderstood you, thanks for clarifying!