There are different states of consciousness we can get into. Our minds have vast potential to experience altered states of mind and we are not limited to only sleep and the waking state. The Alpha Brainwave State is the beginning of enhanced awareness and sensing of energy, even of other dimensions. Most of us need to DO SOMETHING to enter the alpha state of mind like meditation, chanting, or some kind of spiritual practice. The Silva Method has a fine Alpha State home study program.
Beta Brainwaves
Beta brainwaves are experienced in normal everyday life. Driving a car, shopping for groceries, and eating are all performed in Beta. The frequency range is 13-40 Hertz or cycles per second. To maintain this state all you need is to be awake.
Alpha Brainwaves
In alpha creativity, having visions are common, and it is the doorway to intuition and artistic expression. The frequency range is from 8-13 Hertz or cycles per second. To get into and remain in the alpha state metronomes and audio assistance is often used. The result being brain entrainment by means of the frequency following response (FFR).
Frequency Following Response
This is where the brain matches the audio information, and falling in step with it, becomes attuned to the audio signal. There are many good systems out in the market that use the frequency following response method to get the mind into the alpha state. The Silva method is one I like and personally use.
My experience with entering altered states of consciousness is done safely, with CD and metronome methods, and along with a spiritual lifestyle and inner reverence. This is essential since opening doorways of the mind can result in some disturbing visions and encounters. Many rock stars in the sixties did the same thing, but with LSD , and never regained their minds back. It can be tricky if you do not know what you are doing.
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1 Comments until now.
there is a reason for different wave patterns. As noted, sleep and awake.
When we are younger, lower frequency, older, higher frequency.
ADD is associated with lower frequency, a sort of dreamy state, even when awake.
A tradeoff between “sharpness” and “creativity”. We require a different balance for different activities, so obviously haven’t greater control would be a tremendous advantage.
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