The Healing Power Of Sound As Medicine with Laura Avonius - E89

City noise, relentless alerts, and the pressures of work keep our nervous systems in a constant state of overdrive - making deep relaxation, quality sleep, and a true sense of calm feel out of reach.While traditional advice focuses on meditation or medication, few consider how the sounds around us may be fueling our stress, or how harnessing the right kinds of audio could repair the damage. For anyone feeling tired, tense, or overstimulated, the answer may be simpler - and more natural - than you think.In this episode, we'll explore the science and tradition behind sound therapy, discover the impact one audio company is having on athletes and professionals alike, and how to regulate your nervous system in just 10 minutes.Laura Avonius is the Finnish entrepreneur and artist behind Audicin, a company pioneering the use of audio as medicine for nervous system regulation and improved well-being. Drawing from her personal journey with complex PTSD and her background in composition, Laura has combined centuries-old healing traditions with contemporary brainwave research to develop tailored audio interventions. Audicin's effectiveness has attracted investment and advisory support from the co-founders and science leaders behind the Oura Ring, and its programs have been piloted with major clients such as SOK, Finland’s largest retail group, as well as hospital groups and corporate teams seeking measurable performance and wellness gains.“We have been using audio and music as a medicine in every single civilization on Earth. We just somehow… forgot it with Western medicine.” - Laura AvoniusIn this episode you will learn: How Laura's experience with PTSD shaped the creation of Audicin and her interest in nervous system health. The science behind audio as medicine and how specific sounds can shift brainwaves for better focus, sleep, or relaxation. Why original music is used in Audicin rather than popular songs, and how composition style impacts your brain state. How results are tracked with wearables and what data shows about improved sleep, HRV, and stress levels in users. The impact of noise pollution on our nervous systems and tips for using sound to stay calm in busy environments. The role of social connection, self-awareness, and finding the right dose when adding audio routines to daily life.Resources Connect with Laura on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauraavonius Listen to Laura’s music, as GEA: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1isCvsa0zmYMVRPkPVmNC2?si=qp7NXUL_TxSzUQIV4e08uw Find out more about Audicin: https://audicin.com/This podcast was produced by the team at Zapods Podcast Agency:https://www.zapods.comFind the products, practices, and routines discussed on the Alively website:https://alively.com