Bioenergetics Beat

Heather Gray FDN-P
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Bioenergetics and Functional Practitioner Heather Gray FDN-P hosts a deep dive into the rapidly expanding world of bioenergetics, with information, insights, and interviews with experts at the leading edge of a a non-invasive, easily affordable, and highly effective approach to optimized wellness. Brought to you by NIKKI, the wearable that puts a frequency-based better life in your hands and on your wrist.

  1. 2d ago

    Lyme, Chronic Illness, and the Role of Genetics with Wendy Jean Schell & Heather Gray FDN-P

    Episode 147 In this episode of Bioenergetics Beat, Heather Gray talks with Wendy Jean Schell about Lyme disease, chronic illness, and how genetic insights may help shape more personalized wellness strategies. Their conversation focuses on looking beyond symptoms alone and considering how lifestyle, nutrition, stress, and individual biology can all play a role in long-term health support. Wendy shares her own experience navigating chronic illness and discusses why a more individualized, education-first approach can be helpful for people who feel stuck. The episode also touches on symptom patterns, foundational wellness habits, and the idea that health strategies are not one-size-fits-all. In This Episode, We Discuss: • Lyme disease and chronic illness from a personalized wellness perspective • How genetic information may help guide more individualized health strategies • Why symptom patterns can be viewed in the context of nutrition, lifestyle, and overall wellness foundations • The importance of avoiding one-size-fits-all approaches in chronic illness support • Foundational habits like hydration, sleep, stress support, and daily routines About Wendy Jean Schell: Wendy Jean Schell is a Certified Functional Genomics Practitioner, Certified Functional Nutrition Expert, and Certified Holistic Health Coach. She is also a Lyme survivor and educator known for her work supporting individuals with complex chronic health concerns through education-focused wellness strategies. Click here to learn more: https://www.clicks4acause.com/health ENTER TO WIN Enter the monthly giveaway for: One NIKKI Wellness Technology Wearable and the Sleep Time Program. At checkout, use the code: BioBeats to receive 10% off your NIKKI order. Code can not be combined with other promo codes. Please share, like and subscribe to Bioenergetics Beat. Podcast Episode Link: https://wellness.wearenikki.com/nikki-podcast/episode-147-Wendy-Jean-Schell/ #frequencymedicine #bebetterdobetter #unleashthewellness #biofield #lifeafterlyme #optimizedwellness #ticksandlyme #fightpain #reduceanxiety #strenthenimmunity #cellularhealth #ticktalk #holistichealth #wellnesswearables #lyme #lymewarrior #lymedisease #chronicillnesswarrior #lymeawareness #nikkilyme #nikkiwellness #nikkiwellnesstechnology #wellnesstechnology #wellness #frequencyenhancedhealth

    Lyme, Chronic Illness, and the Role of Genetics with Wendy Jean Schell & Heather Gray FDN-P

  2. 2d ago

    The Healing Power of Your Voice with Dr. Shamini Jain and Heather Gray FDN-P

    Episode 146 In this episode of Bioenergetics Beat, Heather Gray sits down with Dr. Shamini Jain for a thoughtful conversation about voice, sound, and self-expression in wellness. Together, they explore why practices like humming, chanting, and singing continue to resonate with so many people, especially those looking for simple ways to feel more grounded and connected.Drawing from her background in neuroscience, clinical psychology, psychoneuroimmunology, and vocal performance, Dr. Jain shares how she bridges science, spirituality, and creativity in her work. Listeners will also hear reflections on authentic expression, the connective power of group singing, and a simple humming practice shared during the episode.In This Episode, We Discuss:• Dr. Shamini Jain’s path from music and singing into neuroscience, clinical psychology, and wellness research• How humming, chanting, and vocal practices may support grounding, relaxation, and self-regulation• The connection between voice, authentic expression, and emotional awareness• Why group singing and shared sound practices can feel so connective• A simple humming exercise shared during the episode as a reflective wellness practice• How Dr. Jain brings science, creativity, and spirituality together in her teachingAbout Shamini Jain:Dr. Shamini Jain is a clinical psychologist, scientist, author, educator, and vocalist. She is the founder and CEO of the Consciousness and Healing Initiative a nonprofit dedicated to advancing the science and practice of healing. She holds a B.A. in Neuroscience and Behavior from Columbia University, an M.A. in Integrative Health Psychology from the University of Arizona, and a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology with a research focus in psychoneuroimmunology from the San Diego State University and UC San Diego Joint Doctoral Program. She also completed a postdoctoral fellowship at UCLA and serves as an adjunct professor at UC San Diego.Dr. Jain is the author of the award-winning book: https://www.shaminijain.com/bookShe is also a longtime performer whose vocal work spans classical, mantra, folk, rock, and metal.Learn More about Dr. Shamini Jain here:https://www.shaminijain.com/ENTER TO WIN Enter the monthly giveaway for: One NIKKI Wellness Technology Wearable and the Sleep Time Program.At checkout, use the code: BioBeats to receive 10% off your NIKKI order. Code can not be combined with other promo codes.Please share, like and subscribe to Bioenergetics Beat.Podcast Episode Link: https://wellness.wearenikki.com/nikki-podcast/episode-146-Shamini-Jain/#frequencymedicine #bebetterdobetter #unleashthewellness #biofield #lifeafterlyme #optimizedwellness #ticksandlyme #fightpain #reduceanxiety #strenthenimmunity #cellularhealth #ticktalk #holistichealth #wellnesswearables #lyme #lymewarrior #lymedisease #chronicillnesswarrior #lymeawareness #nikkilyme #nikkiwellness #nikkiwellnesstechnology #wellnesstechnology #wellness #frequencyenhancedhealth

    The Healing Power of Your Voice with Dr. Shamini Jain and Heather Gray FDN-P

  3. Aug 8

    What if your past didn't have to define your future with Danny McAtee

    Episode 145 - In this episode of Bioenergetics Beat, Heather Gray sits down with Danny McAtee for a grounded conversation about trauma, stress, identity, and the work of moving forward without letting the past define what comes next. Danny shares how his years in emergency medicine, public health, and trauma response eventually led him to confront burnout, compartmentalization, and the emotional weight that had built up over time. Together, he and Heather explore the idea that wellness is not just physical; it also includes the emotional, mental, and spiritual patterns that can shape the way we live. They also talk about survival patterns, nervous system safety, behavior, beliefs, and identity, and how healing can begin by noticing sensations, emotional patterns, and old stories without shame. In This Episode, We Discuss: • Whole-person wellness beyond the physical body • How trauma and stress can shape present-day patterns • Behavior, beliefs, and identity in personal growth • Why safety and nervous system regulation matter • How old survival patterns do not have to define the future About Danny McAtee: Danny McAtee has a background in emergency medicine, public health, trauma response, and humanitarian work. Today, he supports people through reflective, conversation-based coaching designed to help them move beyond old patterns and reconnect with a different vision for their lives. “I've had a wide array of education, from Conservatory to Harvard, to trade school - most of which doesn't matter very much. Because my true education has come from what I've learned in the School of Life: my patients, The Street, and my colleagues. They have taught me more than any university ever could. They taught me about myself. After 20 years working in Public Health, international humanitarian relief, the OR, the ER, and as an inner-city Fire Medic, I have witnessed all aspects (and depths) of the human experience. And with that experience comes a certain knowing...the ability to provide safety in chaos. I deeply connect with first responders from a place of lived experience, while holding civilian pain and trauma with sacred reverence. I have channeled over 20 years of experience as a First Responder into a deeply trauma-informed approach in my life coaching and trauma recovery coaching, helping people rediscover who they are meant to be! Click here to learn more about Danny and Beyond the Call Coaching: https://beyondthecallcoaching.com/ and: https://beyondthecall.coachvantage.com/all-events/ ENTER TO WIN Enter the monthly giveaway for: One NIKKI Wellness Technology Wearable and the Sleep Time Program. At checkout, use the code: BioBeats to receive 10% off your NIKKI order. Code can not be combined with other promo codes. Please share, like and subscribe to Bioenergetics Beat. Enter to win here: https://wellness.wearenikki.com/nikki-podcast/episode-145-Danny-McAtee/ #frequencymedicine #bebetterdobetter #unleashthewellness #biofield #lifeafterlyme #optimizedwellness #ticksandlyme #fightpain #reduceanxiety #strenthenimmunity #cellularhealth #ticktalk #holistichealth #wellnesswearables #lyme #lymewarrior #lymedisease #chronicillnesswarrior #lymeawareness #nikkilyme #nikkiwellness #nikkiwellnesstechnology #wellnesstechnology #wellness #frequencyenhancedhealth

    What if your past didn't have to define your future with Danny McAtee

  4. Aug 1

    Peptides Explained: Weight Management, Recovery, Muscle Support, and Safe Use with Dr Betsy Greenleaf

    Episode144 - Peptides are having amoment, and for good reason. From recovery and muscle support to weightmanagement conversations, they are showing up everywhere right now.   In this episode ofBioenergetics Beat, Heather Gray sits down with Dr. Betsy Greenleaf for acandid conversation about what peptides are, why they’ve become such a majortopic in wellness, and what people should understand before getting swept up inthe hype.   Dr. Greenleaf bringsboth traditional and integrative medicine perspective to the conversation,helping break down a complex topic in a way that feels approachable and easy tofollow. Together, she and Heather talk about how peptides are being discussed inareas like connective tissue support, gut support, skin and hair care, musclemaintenance, and weight management.   They also dive into oneof the hottest parts of the conversation right now, GLP-1 medications andrelated weight management tools. Heather shares some of her own experience, andDr. Greenleaf speaks to the importance of realistic expectations, individualresponse, and the bigger picture of nutrition, movement, sleep, andpractitioner guidance.   This episode does notpresent peptides as a magic fix. Instead, it offers a thoughtful look at theexcitement, the limitations, and the safety questions that matter, includingsourcing, side effects, and the importance of working with someone qualified.   If you’ve been hearingmore and more about peptides and want a grounded, engaging introduction to theconversation, this is a great episode to queue up.   In This Episode, WeDiscuss: • What peptides are and why they’re getting so much attention• The difference between hype and practical wellness conversation• Peptides in discussions around recovery, connective tissue, skin, hair, and muscle support• GLP-1 medications and weight management tools• Food noise, patient variability, and realistic expectations• Safety, sourcing, side effects, and practitioner oversightShe is the founder ofthe International Pause Institute, CEO of The Pelvic Floor Store, and founderof Femversity, all created to support women through pelvic health, hormonalshifts, and overall well-being. Known for her holistic, approachable style, Dr.Greenleaf brings humor, warmth, and real talk to conversations around women’shealth. Most recently, she added music producer to her resume with MenopauseMo-Ments, a menopause rock album by DrBetsyGreenleafBeats.   Learnmore about Dr. Betsy: https://pauseinstitute.com/   ENTER TO WIN Enter the monthlygiveaway for:  One NIKKI WellnessTechnology Wearable and the Sleep Time Program. At checkout, use thecode:  BioBeats to receive 10%off your NIKKI order. Code can not be combinedwith other promo codes.Please share, like and subscribe to Bioenergetics Beat.   Enter to Win HereLink:  https://wellness.wearenikki.com/nikki-podcast/episode-144-Dr-Betsy-Greenleaf/     #frequencymedicine#bebetterdobetter #unleashthewellness #biofield #lifeafterlyme#optimizedwellness #ticksandlyme #fightpain #reduceanxiety #strenthenimmunity#cellularhealth #ticktalk #holistichealth #wellnesswearables #lyme #lymewarrior#lymedisease #chronicillnesswarrior #lymeawareness #nikkilyme #nikkiwellness#nikkiwellnesstechnology #wellnesstechnology #wellness #frequencyenhancedhealth

    Peptides Explained: Weight Management, Recovery, Muscle Support, and Safe Use with Dr Betsy Greenleaf

  5. Jul 17

    Your Body's Electrical Language with Dr Sean Altman

    Episode 142 - In this episode of Bioenergetics Beat, Heather Gray sits down with Dr. Sean Altman to discuss the concept of the body’s “electrical language” and how bioelectrical communication is being explored in wellness conversations today. Dr. Altman shares the personal experiences that led him into this work, including a history of concussions, chronic pain, migraines, vertigo, and nervous system challenges. Those experiences led him to explore broader functional and integrative perspectives on health and wellness. Together, Heather and Dr. Altman discuss resonant frequencies, frequency-specific modulation, and the connection between nervous system regulation, stress, trauma, and overall wellness. For listeners new to the topic, this episode offers a simple introduction to why bioelectrical perspectives are gaining attention. In This Episode, We Discuss: • The idea of the body’s “electrical language” • Dr. Sean Altman’s path into this work • Bioelectrical communication and nervous system regulation • Resonant frequencies and frequency-specific modulation • Why these ideas are gaining interest in wellness conversations About Dr. Sean Altman: My name is Dr. Sean Altman, and I am a Functional Medicine Doctor and orthopedic expert specializing in chronic pain, regenerative orthopedics, bioelectric signalling, and energy medicine. My work focuses on identifying the true root cause of pain and restoring the body’s internal communication systems so healing can resume naturally and durably. With an academic foundation in Molecular Biology from Colgate University and a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Stony Brook University, I combine cellular biology, biomechanics, and clinical medicine in a highly integrative model of care. I have spent more than 15 years helping patients with complex chronic pain, orthopedic and spine injuries, migraines, fibromyalgia, neurologic conditions, autoimmune issues, and other cases that often do not respond to conventional treatment. http://www.drseanaltman.com https://www.instagram.com/dr.sean.altman/ ENTER TO WIN Enter the monthly giveaway for: One NIKKI Wellness Technology Wearable and the Sleep Time Program. At checkout, use the code: BioBeats to receive 10% off your NIKKI order. Code can not be combined with other promo codes. Please share, like and subscribe to Bioenergetics Beat. Podcast Episode Link: https://wellness.wearenikki.com/nikki-podcast/episode-142-Dr-Sean-Altman/ #frequencymedicine #bebetterdobetter #unleashthewellness #biofield #lifeafterlyme #optimizedwellness #ticksandlyme #fightpain #reduceanxiety #strenthenimmunity #cellularhealth #ticktalk #holistichealth #wellnesswearables #lyme #lymewarrior #lymedisease #chronicillnesswarrior #lymeawareness #nikkilyme #nikkiwellness #nikkiwellnesstechnology #wellnesstechnology #wellness #frequencyenhancedhealth

    Your Body's Electrical Language with Dr Sean Altman

  6. Jul 10

    Thyroid, Adrenal and Gut Connection: Chronic Stress and Natural Healing with Whitney Morgan

    Episode 141 - How Chronic Stress Triggers Autoimmune Disease + Natural Healing Strategies What if your anxiety, fatigue, gut issues, or autoimmune condition weren’t separate problems but all connected? In this powerful episode of Bioenergetics Beat, Heather Gray sits down with functional health expert Whitney Morgan to unpack the thyroid-adrenal-gut connection and how chronic stress silently disrupts your entire body. Whitney shares her personal journey of overcoming multiple autoimmune diseases, interstitial cystitis, and celiac disease, revealing how she reversed symptoms that conventional medicine labelled “lifelong.” If you’ve been told your condition can only be “managed,” this episode offers a radically different perspective, one rooted in functional medicine, nervous system regulation, and root-cause healing. Key Topics Covered: • The Chronic Stress Connection (HPA Axis): How long-term stress keeps your body in fight-or-flight mode, shutting down digestion, hormone balance, and repair. • Thyroid-Adrenal-Gut Relationship: Why stress hormones can suppress thyroid function, slow metabolism, and directly impact gut health. • Leaky Gut & Systemic Inflammation: How impaired digestion and gut permeability allow toxins and food particles into the bloodstream, triggering widespread symptoms. • Autoimmune Conditions & Root-Cause Healing: Why diagnoses aren’t the end of the story and how addressing underlying imbalances can support recovery. • Gluten & Autoimmunity: The critical role gluten plays in driving inflammation and why even small exposures can prevent healing. Practical Healing Strategies: • Regulate Your Nervous System: Incorporate daily practices like breathwork, meditation, grounding, and reducing overstimulation to shift out of stress mode. • Adopt an Anti-Inflammatory Diet: Eliminate common triggers like gluten, dairy, sugar, and processed foods while focusing on whole, nutrient-dense meals. • Improve Digestion Habits: Eat in a calm state, chew thoroughly, and avoid rushing meals to support proper breakdown and absorption of nutrients. • Prioritize Sleep & Recovery: Consistent, high-quality sleep is essential for hormone balance, gut repair, and overall healing. • Move Your Body & Build Connection: Engage in regular, moderate movement and prioritize relationships, joy, and activities that support emotional well-being. About Whitney Morgan Whitney Morgan is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and acupuncturist specializing in autoimmune conditions, gut health, and root-cause healing. After reversing her own chronic illnesses, she now helps others reclaim their health through functional and integrative approaches. Find Whitney: • Website: https://www.morgannutrition.com/ • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whitneymorgannutrition/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whitneymorgannutrition/ ENTER TO WIN Enter the monthly giveaway for: One NIKKI Wellness Technology Wearable and the Sleep Time Program. At checkout, use the code: BioBeats to receive 10% off your NIKKI order. Code can not be combined with other promo codes. Please share, like and subscribe to Bioenergetics Beat. Enter to win: https://wellness.wearenikki.com/nikki-podcast/episode-141-Whitney-Morgan/ #frequencymedicine #bebetterdobetter #unleashthewellness #biofield #lifeafterlyme #optimizedwellness #ticksandlyme #fightpain #reduceanxiety #strenthenimmunity #cellularhealth #ticktalk #holistichealth #wellnesswearables #lyme #lymewarrior #lymedisease #chronicillnesswarrior #lymeawareness #nikkilyme #nikkiwellness #nikkiwellnesstechnology #wellnesstechnology #wellness #frequencyenhancedhealth

    Thyroid, Adrenal and Gut Connection: Chronic Stress and Natural Healing with Whitney Morgan

  7. Jul 3

    The Skin Microbiome and Aging: What You Need to Know with Kiran Krishnan

    Episode 140 - In this episode of Bioenergetics Beat, Heather Gray sits down with microbiome expert Kiran Krishnan to explore a fascinating and often overlooked topic: the skin microbiome and its powerful connection to aging, inflammation, and overall health. Most people have heard of leaky gut, but what about leaky skin? Kiran explains how the skin acts as one of the body’s most important protective barriers and why disruptions in the skin barrier may contribute to issues far beyond appearance alone. From eczema and dry skin to inflammation, allergies, and accelerated aging, this conversation reveals why healthy skin is about much more than cosmetics. Kiran also shares emerging insights into the role of the skin microbiome, how modern skincare habits may unintentionally damage the skin’s natural defences, and what people can do to better support skin health from both the outside and the inside. Key Takeaways: Your Skin Is More Than Cosmetic The skin is a vital barrier that protects against toxins while maintaining hydration and balance. When compromised, it can impact whole-body health. Leaky Skin Drives Inflammation A weakened skin barrier may allow irritants and allergens to penetrate, triggering immune responses and contributing to chronic inflammation. The Skin Microbiome Matters Beneficial microbes help regulate skin pH, support the acid mantle, and maintain a strong, balanced barrier. Aging Skin Reflects Internal Health Wrinkles, dryness, and age spots may signal deeper inflammation, making skin health a marker of overall wellness. Skincare Habits Can Help or Harm Harsh products, over-cleansing, and chemicals can disrupt the microbiome. Simpler, cleaner routines support healthier skin. Gut-Skin Connection Healthy digestion and a balanced gut play a key role in supporting skin health from the inside out. ENTER TO WIN Enter the monthly giveaway for: One NIKKI Wellness Technology Wearable and the Sleep Time Program. At checkout, use the code: BioBeats to receive 10% off your NIKKI order. Code can not be combined with other promo codes. Please share, like and subscribe to Bioenergetics Beat. Enter to win: https://wellness.wearenikki.com/nikki-podcast/episode-140-Kiran-Krishnan/ #frequencymedicine #bebetterdobetter #unleashthewellness #biofield #lifeafterlyme #optimizedwellness #ticksandlyme #fightpain #reduceanxiety #strenthenimmunity #cellularhealth #ticktalk #holistichealth #wellnesswearables #lyme #lymewarrior #lymedisease #chronicillnesswarrior #lymeawareness #nikkilyme #nikkiwellness #nikkiwellnesstechnology #wellnesstechnology #wellness #frequencyenhancedhealth

    The Skin Microbiome and Aging: What You Need to Know with Kiran Krishnan

  8. Jul 3

    The Science Behind Meditation and the Mind-Body Connection

    Episode 139 - Dr. Hemal Patel The Science Behind Meditation and the Mind-Body Connection What happens when rigorous science meets meditation, spirituality, and the mind-body connection? In this episode of Bioenergetics Beat, host Heather Gray sits down with Dr. Hemal Patel, a scientist at UC San Diego, to explore the research behind The Source, the documentary created with Dr. Joe Dispenza. This conversation dives into the intersection of cutting-edge science, meditation, and human transformation. Hemal shares his journey from traditional scientific research into studying meditation and the profound effects of immersive, week-long retreats. He also opens up about his personal path through spirituality, faith, and loss, and how those experiences shaped his openness to exploring the deeper connection between mind, body, and healing. Together, Heather and Hemal unpack how these retreats are being studied using real, measurable data. From wearable technology and health surveys to blood markers, microbiome analysis, EEGs, and functional MRI scans, the research aims to quantify what many participants report: significant shifts in pain, fatigue, emotional well-being, and overall health. One of the most compelling insights discussed is how participants often experience reduced pain and increased energy, findings that are supported by biological changes such as elevated endogenous opioids and measurable brain activity shifts. Hemal also explains why these experiences are not simply the result of rest or relaxation, but instead reflect a deeper, more intensive process that challenges both the mind and body. This episode offers a powerful look at how meditation may influence biology, reshape the brain, and create lasting transformation, while also exploring the evolving relationship between science and spirituality. What You’ll Learn & Key Topics Dr. Hemal Patel’s background in science and how he became involved in meditation research The inspiration and purpose behind The Source documentary How meditation retreats are studied using biomarkers, wearables, and brain imaging The impact of meditation on pain, fatigue, mood, and overall resilience Research findings showing increases in endogenous opioids and shifts in brain function How the microbiome, blood markers, and nervous system may respond to meditation Why these immersive retreats differ from a typical “vacation” experience The connection between meditation, faith, and contemplative practices across traditions How mindset, perception, and internal states may influence physical health and healing About the Guest Dr. Hemal Patel is a scientist at the University of California, San Diego, where he has worked since 2002. His research background spans molecular science, biology, and translational medicine. In recent years, he has been involved in studying the biological effects of meditation and transformational retreat experiences connected to Dr. Joe Dispenza’s work. Resources Mentioned Documentary: Source: It’s Within You Watch the documentary: https://innerscienceresearch.org/ Dr. Joe Dispenza ENTER TO WIN Enter the monthly giveaway for: One NIKKI Wellness Technology Wearable and a One-Year Membership to the NIKKI Wellness Store. At checkout, use the code: BioBeats to receive 10% off your NIKKI order. Code can not be combined with other promo codes. Please share, like and subscribe to Bioenergetics Beat. Enter to win: https://wellness.wearenikki.com/nikki-podcast/episode-139-Dr-Hemal-Patel/ #frequencymedicine #bebetterdobetter #unleashthewellness #biofield #lifeafterlyme #optimizedwellness #ticksandlyme #fightpain #reduceanxiety #strenthenimmunity #cellularhealth #ticktalk #holistichealth #wellnesswearables #lyme #lymewarrior #lymedisease #chronicillnesswarrior #lymeawareness #nikkilyme #nikkiwellness #nikkiwellnesstechnology #wellnesstechnology #wellness #frequencyenhancedhealth

    The Science Behind Meditation and the Mind-Body Connection
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Bioenergetics and Functional Practitioner Heather Gray FDN-P hosts a deep dive into the rapidly expanding world of bioenergetics, with information, insights, and interviews with experts at the leading edge of a a non-invasive, easily affordable, and highly effective approach to optimized wellness. Brought to you by NIKKI, the wearable that puts a frequency-based better life in your hands and on your wrist.

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  • Creator
    Heather Gray FDN-P
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    145
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Heather Gray FDN-P
  • Show Website
    Bioenergetics Beat

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