In Today’s Episode: Can Vibes Heal You?
Join us as we talk with Stefan Chmelik, co-founder and Chief Science Officer of Sensate, who shares his insights on using sound and infrasound to regulate the nervous system, reduce anxiety, and improve well-being. From ancient practices to cutting-edge tech, Stefan breaks down how vibrotactile therapy is changing the wellness game — and why feeling better might matter more than data alone.
Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode:
-Vagal tone is the hidden driver of well-being — and Sensate is designed to improve it.
-Comfort may be harming us more than we realize, by detaching us from resilience and regulation.
-The body’s sensations matter just as much as the brain, especially when it comes to trauma and healing.
Questions We Answer in This Episode:
-Can a 10-minute vibration session actually reduce stress?
-Why are traditional wellness methods failing most people?
-How does neurodiversity shape innovation in health tech?
(0:00) Introduction and Guest Background
(0:59) Stefan’s Journey into Wellness and Founding New Medicine Group
(3:14) Subjective Well-Being and Evolution of Sound-Based Healthcare
(6:40) Biophilia, Neurodiversity, and Wellness
(12:09) Neurodiversity: Challenges and Strengths
(17:36) The Effects of Comfort and Introduction to Sensate
(22:50) Understanding Sensate's Sound-Based Technology
(27:55) The Role of Touch and the Vagus Nerve in Well-Being
(35:21) Sensate: Research, Evidence, and Impact on Sleep
(42:20) Addressing Placebo in Sensate Research and Balancing Marketing
(47:31) Scientific Research Challenges and Theoretical Physics
(53:48) Sensate’s Future and Addressing Anxiety in Youth
(57:14) Eldership, Mentorship, and Health Myths
(1:03:37) Audience Question and Next Guest Question
(1:05:03) Lab Results: Evaluating Sensate's Research
(1:09:08) Personal Experiences and Insights from the Episode
(1:10:22) Conclusion and Final Call to Action