How to Find Time to Be Mindful through the Power of Sound with Craig Goldberg

(59 mins) Do you struggle with fitting mindfulness into daily life? Relaxation Technologist Craig Goldberg joins Cait and Lindsay to discuss the development of his company inHarmony, in which he uses Vibro-Acoustic technology to help people find more peace and fulfillment in their lives.

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Mindfulness Can Be Challenging but Essential

  • Many people struggle with traditional meditation due to overstimulation and chronic stress.
  • Mindfulness is about awareness—both of our surroundings and, most importantly, our inner dialogue.

The Role of Sound and Vibration in Mindfulness

  • Vibroacoustic therapy (using sound and vibration) helps people enter meditative states effortlessly.
  • InHarmony’s technology uses sound waves to guide the brain into slower brainwave states, promoting relaxation.


Science Behind Stress and the Nervous System

  • Stress triggers the sympathetic nervous system (fight-or-flight), increasing cortisol and adrenaline levels.
  • Chronic stress can impact digestion, immune function, and cognitive abilities.
  • Shifting into a parasympathetic state (rest and relaxation) is crucial for overall well-being.

Building Mindfulness into Daily Life

  • Craig emphasizes making mindfulness a daily habit by integrating sound, movement, and intentional relaxation.
  • Spending time in nature, grounding (walking barefoot), and deep breathing can help regulate stress.
  • He incorporates InHarmony’s music meditations and relaxation technology into his routine.

Rewiring the Brain with Sound

  • Our brains are neuroplastic, meaning they can be trained to access calmer states through repetition.
  • Using sound meditations regularly helps the brain recognize these states as safe and beneficial.
  • Meditation and sleep both involve slower brainwave states, meaning practicing mindfulness can improve sleep.

Stress is Inevitable, but Reaction is a Choice

  • Life will always bring challenges, but mindfulness helps regulate emotional responses.
  • Training the nervous system with relaxation techniques shortens the time spent in stress responses.
  • Craig emphasizes the philosophy of "this too shall pass" as a mindset shift for handling stress.