Self Care Center FAQs

 

I'm interested in learning about HeartMath for my own self-improvement. You have a lot of offerings. What should I start with?

Purchasing The HeartMath Solution book is a great starting point. It is a great read that provides a comprehensive understanding of the HeartMath System, its science, techniques and concepts.

The HeartMath Solution by Doc Childre and Howard Martin

I'm having some health challenges. What resources does HeartMath provide that might help me?

If you would like to decrease the stress associated with your health concerns we suggest you start with purchasing The HeartMath Solution book. In it you will find lots of information valuable in dealing with health issues including instruction on HeartMath techniques -- Freeze-Frame®, Heart-Lock-in® and Cut-Thru®. We suggest you learn and use the Heart-Lock-in technique and try practicing it twice a day for 10-20 minutes.

The HeatMath Solution by oc Childre and Howard Martin

Another important aid that can help with health issues is our most popular product the emWave® Interactive Learning System. This hardware/software computer-based program allows you to observe your all important heart rhythms and teaches you how to shift them into more balanced, healthy and coherent patterns. To learn a lot more about the emWave click here.

emWave v2.0 Complete software/ hardware kit

* Note: emWave is PC based only.

Additionally, many people find listening to Doc Childre's music while using the HeartMath techniques to be quite beneficial and enjoyable. This scientifically designed music has been shown to have a positive effect on listeners emotionally, mentally and physically. You can learn more about it here in the music collection section of our store:

HeartMath Music

I'm dealing with some emotional issues such as with anger, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, and other emotional challenges. What do you offer for someone that wants help with these types of issues?

The emWave Interactive Learning System with Patented Heart Rhythm Monitor is highly effective in teaching you how to shift your emotional states. It includes a 90 min. tutorial, which includes instruction how to do the Quick Coherence® technique. Using the emWave regularly is one of the best ways to overcome emotional issues.

emWave v2.0 Complete software/ hardware kit

Many people have had great results in learning how to better manage emotions using the HeartMath techniques and tools. We suggest the book, Transforming Anger: The HeartMath Solution for Letting Go of Rage, Frustration and Irritation, as very important resource if anger and other emotional issues are your problem.

Transforiming Anger

Overcoming Emotional Chaos is also a great book that delves into understanding our emotions and offers practical solutions for better dealing with them. This book and Transforming Anger make a great complimentary package

If you'd like to register for this course you can call 800-450-9111, Ext. 14 and ask for Stephanie Herzog, or e-mail Stephanie at info@macquarieinstitute.com. As soon as you've registered, your package of materials and contact information for your personal trainer will be forwarded.

*Note: this course is only offered in English

We also have hundreds of HeartMath trained providers in North America and Australia. You can contact one of these professionals in your local area by looking at our directory of HeartMath 1:1 Providers found here:
1 on 1 Provider List

I'm a health professional and want to use HeartMath concepts with clients. What would you suggest?

Hundreds of health care professionals, clinics, and hospitals use the emWave® with their patients achieving wonderful results. Health professionals are using it to help reduce the psychological and physiological symptoms of stress. Significant stress reduction benefits have been achieved by people with a large variety of mental and physical disorders. We suggest this as an excellent addition to your practice. 

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Other good resources for health professionals and their clients are the following books: Transforming Anger, The HeartMath Solution and Overcoming Emotional Chaos.

emWave v2.0 Complete software/ hardware kit

I'm interested to know more about HeartMath science and research. What should I purchase/read?

If you are a layperson we would suggest getting the book, The HeartMath Solution. It offers a great overview of the HeartMath System, its science, concepts and techniques.

The HeartMath Solution by Doc Childre and Howard Martin

 If you are a scientist, researcher or health professional we suggest reviewing our e-books section and purchase some or all of the works related to science. These resources provide more detailed information on the large body of exciting research being done by the Institute of HeartMath. 

 

Can you refer me to a medical professional in my area?

We do not make medical referrals. However, there are 1-on-1 HeartMath Providers located throughout North America and Australia and some are health professionals. They can offer you personalised instruction on the HeartMath techniques and instruction on how to use of the emWave.

1 on 1 Provider List

I'm looking for a HeartMath workshop to attend. Where and when are they held?

 

I'd like to learn HeartMath from someone in my local area. How do I find someone?

You can receive HeartMath instruction from a licensed HeartMath 1-on-1 Provider in your area. These professionals are located throughout North America and Australia. Simply go to the following link and search by location, type, etc. If there's not a provider in your area check back often since we train new 1:1 Providers every quarter.

1 on 1 Provider List

I'm a coach, therapist or health professional who wants to become to teach HeartMath tools and techniques to individual clients. What do I need to do?

You can apply to be accepted into our HeartMath 1:1 Provider Program. This 3-day program, held here at our training facility in Boulder Creek, California, provides a license to use HeartMath's brand and intellectual property in a one-on-one setting making it perfect for many professionals. The program includes comprehensive training for the use of specific HeartMath techniques, tools and concepts with clients. This license does not qualify the professional to use HeartMath intellectual property (tools, techniques, concepts, graphs, etc.) in any kind of seminars, workshops or group training.

Click on 1 on 1 Provider to learn more and if you would like to apply click on the Application Form link at the bottom of the page.

I want to conduct HeartMath training programs. Is this possible?

We do not offer training licenses to individuals. We can provide licenses for qualifying businesses that are compatible with our mission, have the resources (financial, staff, expertise, etc.) to build a successful HeartMath business and are not competing in our existing markets. If you'd like to pursue a business-to-business license please fill out and submit our Qualifying Form for New Business Relationships found on Alliance Qualifier.

I'm interested in starting a HeartMath study group. How do I go about this?

If you want to start a study group we suggest you gather together a group of friends or colleagues and then choose the HeartMath book, which interests most people in the group. Read the book a chapter at a time and discuss it at regularly scheduled meetings. Once you've learned the basic HeartMath tools you can start to practice them in the group setting. For example, you may want to start each meeting by doing the Heart Lock-In® technique. You should also consider getting a emWave for everyone to practice with.

There are many HeartMath study groups around the world. We are not however allowed to give the contact information of existing study groups in order to comply with protection of privacy.

 I would like to have some on-going support and communication from HeartMath. Can you provide this?

We have several free services through which inspirational quotes, tips on the use of HeartMath techniques and the emWave are provided via e-mail. Simply go to the following URL and sign up for the free services you'd like.

Free Services

I'm looking for the latest information on stress research, health, education and a variety of topics. Can you help me with this?

HeartMath has a comprehensive BLOG with hundreds of references and articles on many important topics. You can find it here:

http://www.heartmathreport.com

If we haven't answered your questions please call us and a caring representative will be glad to assist you.

 

HeartMath, Freeze-Frame, Heart-Lock-in, and Cut-Thru are registered trademarks of the Institute of HeartMath. emWave is a registered trademark of Quantum Intech, Inc. Quick Coherence is a registered trademark of Doc Childre.