151: I Made My Voice Visible and It Changed Everything with John Stuart Reid

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"Sound waves do not actually exist," reveals John Stewart Reed on the Quantum Biology Collective podcast, challenging our fundamental understanding of sound and introducing us to the fascinating world of cymatics. Reed, a pioneer in this field, explains how sound imprints itself onto surfaces everywhere around us, creating invisible patterns that can now be made visible through groundbreaking technology.

In this captivating episode, Reed unveils the Cymascope, an instrument that transforms sound into stunning visual representations, bridging the gap between science and art. He delves into the healing potential of sound, discussing how specific frequencies can stimulate the vagus nerve, improve blood oxygenation, and even reverse chronic inflammation. Reed also introduces the concept of "music medicine," a emerging field in clinical settings that recognizes the therapeutic qualities of music without the need for a therapist.

Tune in to discover why the quality of your audio matters more than you think, how live music provides unique healing benefits, and why drumming circles might be the key to boosting your oxygen levels. Learn about the revolutionary Cymascope app that allows you to visualize your own voice and use it for meditation and healing. This episode offers a glimpse into a future where frequency medicine could transform hospital environments and our approach to healing.

5 Key Takeaways

1. Listen to high-quality music through proper headphones to stimulate your vagus nerve. Use corded headphones with a frequency response starting at 4-5 Hz, like the Beyerdynamic DT770PRO model. Avoid wireless or low-quality options.

2. Choose uncompressed audio formats like WAV or FLAC files instead of MP3s to get the full healing benefits of music. CDs and high-quality vinyl can also work well.

3. Use the new Cymascope app to visualize sound patterns from your voice or instruments. Record and print out images of your own "Om" sound for meditation purposes.

4. Attend live music concerts to maximize healing benefits. The uncompressed sound stimulates nitric oxide production in your sinuses and lungs, promoting vasodilation and oxygenation.

5. Incorporate drumming into your wellness routine. The low-frequency pulses from drums help oxygenate your blood, similar to how your heartbeat functions. Join a drum circle or play a large drum at home for therapeutic effects.

Memorable Quotes

"Sound imprints itself onto surfaces everywhere around us all of the time. Whenever sound is present and there are membranes, cymatic patterns are imprinted on them, invisible to the unaided eye but can be made visible."

"We're walking around with a healing tool. If we have a normal speaking voice, we are blessed with a wonderful instrument. Our vocal apparatus is directly innervated by the vagus nerve. Any sound we make helps keep our vagal tone well-tuned."

"When you go to experience live music at a concert, you'll come away with your bloodstream super oxygenated. Not only because of oxygen binding, but also from nitric oxide created by the higher frequencies in your paranasal sinus cavities. You're going to get so many healing benefits."

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