As heard on The Dr. Hyman Show

Your body has been speaking a language this whole time. It's called HRV.

You just heard the conversation on The Dr. Hyman Show. Take the two-minute quiz and start to understand what your own body has been telling you.

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Salim Najjar with Dr. Mark Hyman
From the podcast

"You've been coaching me on my HRV... And for those of you listening who don't know what HRV is, it means heart rate variability... it's a reflection of your nervous system state, and you need to pay attention to it so you can actually improve your overall well-being, health and longevity."

Dr. Mark Hyman
If this sounds familiar

The morning number that runs your day

You wake up feeling okay. Then you check your morning score, and it's in the red. The whole day suddenly feels heavier. That score has been running your mornings.

The reframe

Your HRV is not a verdict on your character

It's the heart of what I came on the show to share. A morning below your baseline is your body requesting a little more nourishment today. Think of your HRV as a compass, pointing you toward what feels resonant in your body. When you learn to listen, it becomes your teacher.

What's Your Nervous System Saying?

A two-minute quiz. Two things waiting on the other side.

Yours to keep

Your HRV Guide

HRV is the language of your body, and it speaks with or without a wearable. This guide gives you a foundational understanding of how to listen to it.

Free access

HRV Coach

Your AI companion, built by Salim. You can bring any questions around HRV or what you're noticing in your body, whenever you'd like.

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Stories from those who went deeper

Founders and leaders who came to Salim for nervous system support, and found the work reached into their relationships, their purpose, and most importantly, how they meet themselves.

Andrew Abraham

Salim is a true master of HRV, but more than that, he's one of the kindest, most genuine people I've ever worked with. Through his guidance, I improved my HRV by over 50%.As the founder and CEO of Orgain, my life is a nonstop whirlwind of travel, meetings, and high-pressure decision-making. Working with Salim Najjar has been one of the most grounding and impactful decisions I've made for my health and performance. Salim is a true master of HRV, but more than that, he's one of the kindest, most genuine, and thoughtful people I've ever worked with. Through his guidance, I improved my HRV by over 50%. His coaching style is a rare blend of deep expertise and deep empathy. Salim didn't just help me hit a number, he helped me feel better, think clearer, and live more intentionally. I can't recommend him highly enough.

Andrew AbrahamFounder & CEO, Orgain
Tim Gurner

Working with Salim took me to a depth of consciousness and self awareness that I've never experienced, a journey that has profoundly transformed my life.Truly a life-changing experience, on a level I've never accessed before. Working with Salim took me to a depth of consciousness and self awareness that I've never experienced, a journey that has profoundly transformed my life. What began as a seemingly simple mission to elevate my HRV evolved into a complete life shift, impacting not just me, but my wife, my children, my business, and everyone I care about. Salim's true gift is the energy, love, and deep presence he brings. He challenges you, supports you, and expands your view of what's truly possible, not just in performance, but in life itself. I could not more strongly recommend this incredible human to anyone seeking self-mastery, deeper consciousness, and next-level performance in life.

Tim GurnerFounder & CEO, Gurner Group & Saint Haven
Alli Schaper

Incorporating Salim's teachings into my daily life has elevated my energy, joy, and optimism, allowing me to thrive amidst the chaos of running multiple businesses.Salim has been my close friend and coach for three years, guiding me toward a profound understanding of nervous system balance. As a busy startup founder constantly on the move, my HRV averaged in the 40s, but through Salim's guidance it now consistently reaches the 70s and 80s, peaking at 122. His practices have revolutionized how I manage stress, navigate challenges with grace, and regulate my nervous system. Incorporating Salim's teachings into my daily life has elevated my energy levels, joy, and optimism, allowing me to thrive amidst the chaos of running multiple businesses and 90 flights a year. His expertise sets him apart as a world-class healer.

Alli SchaperCo-Founder, SuperMush
Cal Callahan

My bonds with my spouse and children have deepened, and my clarity and passion for my purpose have never been stronger.From our initial meeting, I sensed that Salim truly grasped my essence. As we progressed beyond the fundamentals of HRV and explored the intricate layers of my interpersonal challenges, profound revelations ensued. Through this transformative journey, every facet of my life has aligned with my guiding North Star. My bonds with my spouse and children have deepened, and my clarity and passion for my overarching purpose have never been stronger. I cannot express enough gratitude to Salim for accompanying me on this incredible journey.

Cal CallahanThe Great Unlearn Podcast
Kate Horin

I face high-pressure situations with beauty and appreciation, a crystal-clear mind and calm nervous system. I now intrinsically listen to what my mind and body need.I originally started with Salim hyper-focused on performance optimization, but quickly realized his coaching is far more than that: Salim teaches life optimization. He provided me with real, customized, practical tools and small changes that have had an exponentially large impact. Through working with Salim, I face high-pressure situations with beauty and appreciation, a crystal-clear mind and calm nervous system. I now intrinsically understand and listen to what my mind and body need and am far more in tune with honoring those needs. Salim is a guide and a light in this world. He has had one of the most profound impacts on my life.

Kate HorinPartner, Invisible Technologies
Ross Deutsch

I saw a remarkable increase in my average HRV from 22 to 58 while working with Salim, a testament to the transformative power of his approach.Salim's coaching has been an incredible journey of discovery and transformation. He seamlessly integrates ancient wisdom traditions with cutting-edge scientific research, creating a holistic approach to human health. Through his guidance I gained a deeper understanding of HRV and its role as a crucial indicator of resilience and adaptability. I saw a remarkable increase in my average HRV from 22 to 58 while working with Salim, a testament to the effectiveness of his coaching and the transformative power of his approach. I am deeply grateful for his guidance on this journey toward greater resilience, vitality, and fulfillment.

Ross DeutschFounder, Tiny Galaxy
Rome Shadanloo

Salim has helped me tap into obstacles and alchemize them into opportunities. One of the best investments I have made in myself.Working with Salim has been a game changer. A healthy nervous system is the gateway to true self-actualization. We can get so clouded with programs of fear and scarcity that we keep unwittingly losing opportunities of expansion during trying times. Salim has helped me tap into obstacles and alchemize them into opportunities. There is accountability, caring and wisdom in this container and it's potent. If anyone is looking for the next level of personal and professional success, this may be an invitation. One of the best investments I have made in myself. He's the real deal.

Rome ShadanlooFounder, Mycology Psychology
Jit Balakumar

He immersed himself in techniques from different cultures and transported the relevant teachings to me. Single-handed, this is the most important mentorship and education I've ever had.Salim has given me tools and education at a master's level. He equipped me to enhance my HRV which directly translated to human performance. I became a better husband, friend, son, doctor and human being. As a doctor I was sceptical at the beginning, but not only did my HRV increase dramatically, I also ceased some of my own medication for chronic inflammatory conditions. He has gone around the world and immersed himself in techniques from different cultures and was able to transport the relevant teachings to me. Single-handed, this is the most important mentorship and education I've ever had. My wife and children have all commented on how present I've become, and how I have embodied calmness and love. Thank you my brother Salim.

Jit BalakumarOrthopaedic Surgeon
Adam Greenfeld

I'm calmer, kinder, and more present in every aspect of my life, and the ripple effects are undeniable. My relationships are stronger, and I'm kinder to myself.When people ask what is the one thing I've done that has made the biggest improvement to my health, I say "Salim Najjar". I'm juggling multiple businesses and stress was overtaking me; burnout felt inevitable. Salim is in a league of his own, blending modern technique and ancient wisdom into a personalized roadmap. While I initially sought out Salim to improve my physical health, what I got was so much more. I'm calmer, kinder, and more present in every aspect of my life, and the ripple effects are undeniable. My employees are happier, my relationships are stronger, and most importantly, I'm kinder to myself.

Adam GreenfeldCo-Founder, Thesis and Frij
Meet your guide

Salim Najjar, That HRV Guy™

Nervous System Coach, Speaker, and Facilitator. Salim helps founders, CEOs, and high-performing leaders transform their relationship with stress by learning to understand what their body has been telling them, so they can lead with greater clarity and presence.

A former founder and CEO himself, he spent years studying human performance and wisdom traditions with teachers around the world, then built the A.R.T. of the Heart, the framework he has taught to hundreds of leaders worldwide. His whole work is helping people reconnect with the wisdom of their body.

Salim Najjar

Your body has been talking. Let's find out what your nervous system is saying.

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