Waves of Consciousness. Brain wave range

Often in hopeless situations, people begin to rely on themselves, and not on newfangled inventions and medical achievements. This happened in the situation with Vianna Stibal, who became seriously ill and could not wait for help from official medicine. It was very difficult to cope with the disease, and the woman was on the verge of death. She relied on a higher power and was able to create a system of self-help and healing based on theta waves. What is it and how does it work? Not everyone will understand.

Unique method

When we feel bad, we can complain out loud about life, thereby admitting our bad luck, a bad streak. There is a theory that thoughts that go into Space become material. That is, by complaining about lack of money, we deprive ourselves of money, because we give ourselves such an attitude. Think about it, is this the result you achieve by complaining?!

But you can create favorable conditions for interaction with the Cosmos through practices. At the same time, our brain switches to the desired frequency, and physically we tune in to a more optimal way of functioning of the body. This very state of deep relaxation generates theta brain waves.

Often similar condition leads to sleep. You can also record this state at dawn, when dreams become light and fragmentary and the line between wakefulness and sleep is blurred. It is at such moments that you can set yourself up to heal from any ailment. The assumption is, of course, very tempting. Now we need to figure out what to do for this?

What it is

So, theta waves are the border between consciousness and subconscious. If you learn to control it, you can be able to influence a powerful part of the subconscious that is usually inaccessible to us. There is a certain logic here, because our body has all the necessary resources for full functioning and recovery from any ailment. If we can start the healing process, the disease will not survive.

Theta waves contain increased abilities to deep healing, learning and even growth. They are believed to be characteristic of people with increased creativity and the ability to reach deep levels of relaxation, as well as meditation and hypnosis. But in fact, this condition is more often observed in people who are deprived of attention, as well as in those susceptible to mental disorders. These are also dreamers living in their own world.

Almost psychic

If you master theta wave meditation, your intuition will develop more strongly. The ability to telepathy, clairvoyance, the ability to see the future and even change DNA will be revealed! In other words, such a skill turns a person into a more perfect being. You will be able to reach a different level of communication with the Creator, and there it will be easy to create instant healing, materialize what you want, and even change physical reality. Of course, the degree of such influence on fate is determined by the level of development of Awareness. That is, you should not rely on the fact that, having managed to control your sleep, you will become a psychic.

Human Brain Resources

The depths of the human brain have been studied only to a small extent today. We ourselves do not realize what we are capable of. But we can already say something with confidence. Thus, our brain is capable of generating waves of various ranges. For example, beta waves reflect the state of normal attention, wakefulness, and reading. Alpha-theta waves occur during relaxation and meditation.

To understand, you need to relax and assume a horizontal position. Dive into the phase initial sleep reflects the theta wave. During this period, there is some movement of the eyelids, twitching eyeballs. Gradually you fall into a state deep sleep. These are delta waves. During the night you surf the “waves” about 4-5 times. Figuratively, one can compare the human brain to an advanced radio receiver that can be tuned to different waves.

Once you have mastered this mindset, you can achieve your personal goals quickly and easily, gaining vitality and self-confidence as you set your sights on healthy image life and making full use of the healing properties of sleep.

Let's start the dive

How to catch theta waves? It has already been said that you need to relax and preferably lie down on the bed. Turn off the music and try to block out all sources of noise. If you have pets at home, close your room from them. It would be a good idea to turn off your phone. You should feel relaxed and completely calm. Most often, before going to bed, we think about the experiences of the day, problems and plans for the coming day. So try to get rid of such thoughts. Imagine the work of your body, the flow of blood through the veins, the uniform beats of your heart. The body may feel numb. Your arms and legs will become heavy and you may lose motor control. Sometimes the body feels tingling. This is quite normal. Mentally detach yourself from your surroundings and imagine the emptiness around. The final level of immersion is characterized by the absence of thoughts and the absence of brain function.

It is against the background of this inner silence that a healing thought is born. It comes after complete relaxation and complete rest of the whole body.

Education

Now we can talk about how this healing thought is formed. Don't think that it will come to you on your first dive attempt. Firstly, it is unlikely that you will be able to achieve the desired state without long training. You need to work with yourself, your feelings and emotions to control your muscles. Secondly, you need to cleanse yourself of sinful thoughts and desires. Thirdly, you must be in complete harmony with yourself. That is, catching theta wave music is both simple and very difficult. This is typical for esoteric and spiritual practices. There are also adepts who, from the first days of training, can look inside themselves, which directly speaks of healing.

But for the majority, turning to the Creator is preceded by long, fruitless attempts. The thing is that their consciousness is clogged with self-destructive programs. There is a force of habit that is difficult to break. Almost everyone requires the help of an experienced mentor to dive. According to statistics, only a quarter of the required time is allocated for theory and consultation. Everything else goes into practice. If you were able to immerse yourself, then you are ready to work with other people. By the way, remember and tell others that in this way you are not replacing traditional medicine, and enhance its effectiveness.

Start from the basic level

So, you wanted to activate. The reasons can be very different. Someone is suffering from an illness. Some people are tired of living alone, while others just need meaning in life. Theta range waves can help solve your problem. In the process of training in special courses and seminars, you will learn about the role of brain frequencies in the treatment of illnesses, you will be able to recognize the manifestations of waves and vibrations in everyday life, and also improve your health, relationships and financial situation. A good practitioner will be able to guide you, but here you need to be careful, because scammers have not been canceled. Don’t rush to part with your money and find out the biography of your mentor. This, by the way, distinguishes a self-confident person from a fanatic - you know when you can get quality, and not zilch in the eyes.

Mastering the basic level of immersion allows you to stay on the theta wave for as long as you like. You manage to change certain attitudes and replace your beliefs, which were formed on the basis of ancestral memory, karmic moments and collective pressure.

Healing Process

The cause of any disease can be discovered quickly and easily. The only thing that depends on you is how quickly you will come to unity with the Creator. Theta wave healing is a unique method, thanks to which you are not afraid of any disease. In the process of immersing yourself in theta waves, you learn to manage time, heal mental wounds and see the world without embellishment. You will be able to promptly detect pathologies within yourself so that you can then determine the cause of their occurrence and remove it. Again, having mastered the immersion technique, you will get rid of bad habits, feelings and anxiety. And this is very helpful quick deliverance from any ailment.

The founder of the method, Vianna Stibal, successfully heals the most severe diseases, from hepatitis to cancer. With such an example of motivation, the desire to master the technique only becomes greater.

For a restful sleep

If you still find it difficult to achieve the theta wave for sleep, but you have enough zeal, then why not use healthy stimulation methods? Avoid stressful situations or reconsider your reaction to them. Develop your speech, which, by the way, also increases your IQ. Listen to more music. It brings emotions out and thereby increases the activity of theta waves. Adjust your sleep schedule. Quality sleep important for the health of your mind. It's good to make time for meditation sometimes. This is the most healthy way increase theta activity.

What about hypnosis or self-hypnosis? In the process, you facilitate the introduction of the necessary attitudes into the subconscious. The regularity of such actions will reduce stress by activating theta waves. Make time for yoga. It quickly leads to relaxation. And the simplest thing is - don’t forget about creative visualization. Every time you close your eyes, try to visualize what you see. Pay attention to small details. Practice and you will be able to tune in to the right mood.

BETA WAVES
Beta waves are fast waves, low in amplitude, approximately 14 to 40 cycles per second (Hz).

Beta waves are generated naturally when we are awake, anxious state consciousness.

Initially, beta waves are a data processing process involving hundreds of small calculations between two nearby cortical areas that work together to achieve a result (“What was that sound or sight?”, “What is 2 + 3?”, “This is dangerous”). ?", "I'm afraid", "What should I do?").

There are 3 main subsets of beta waves: Gamma(from 35 to 40 Hz), Beta 2(24 to 34 Hz) and Beta 1(from 14 to 23).

Gamma waves, the fastest, reflect the peak activity of consciousness. Excessive beta 2 activity is associated with heightened emotional states such as anxiety and fear. Beta 1 frequencies are associated with cognitive processes such as problem solving and reasoning.

ALPHA WAVES

Alpha waves vibrate in the range of approximately 8 to 13 Hz. Alpha activity is vibrations between fragments of the cortex and the thalamic thalamus, known as the corticothalamic lemniscus.

Alpha waves occur during periods of sensory rest (for example, in a quiet room with eyes closed), mental relaxation, deep relaxation, meditation, or peaceful consciousness (dissociation).

Alpha waves are the desired result of meditators.

Traditional meditation methods require 10 years of practice to achieve ideal alpha wave production. The production of alpha waves is reduced when this part of the brain processes sensory information, as well as during problem solving and cognitive activity.

Increasing the number of alpha waves gives:

feeling of peace
improved academic performance
warmth in the extremities
increased productivity in the workplace
feeling of well-being
decreased anxiety, improved sleep
improvement of immune function.

It is believed that the most creative geniuses, such as Einstein, were constantly in an almost unchanged alpha state.

Most of these creative people had poor performance in school and were considered troubled students. Perhaps they were too focused on creative activities to pay attention to their studies.

In the last few years, new subgroups of alpha waves have been identified. Mu waves (sometimes called Talpha) are borderline between Alpha/Theta waves (from 7 to 9 Hz). Their active production is associated with healthy condition consciousness, giving exceptional intuition and the experience of personal transformation.

Some researchers believe that “healthy” mu activity can reduce irrational anger and anxiety from hidden problematic childhood memories or past traumas. Examples of these waves of brain activity are Schumann resonance or the "fifth stage" of meditation.

However, a sign of poor mental health is when a person cannot consciously control his mu activity and becomes fixated on mu. Long-term, uncontrolled mu wave production is often observed in people suffering from disorders associated with low-frequency brain activity, such as attention dysfunction, premenstrual syndrome, seasonal affective disorder, chronic fatigue, depression and closed injuries brain

THETA WAVES
Theta wave frequencies are from 4 to 8 Hz.

Theta waves are associated with the sleep state, the twilight state, the hypnotic trance state, the REM sleep phase and the dream state.

In this state, memory activity increases. Memory improves (especially long-term memory), access to the subconscious increases, the possibility of free associations increases, creativity increases, and unexpected insights occur.

This is a mysterious, special state of consciousness. For a long time, scientists could not study this state of the brain, because... a common person can not for a long time stay in it without falling asleep (which also gives a large number of theta waves).

DELTA WAVES

Delta waves are the slowest waves of brain activity with frequencies ranging from 1 to 4 Hz. Delta waves are dominant when we fall asleep and continue to dominate during deep sleep.

Increased delta wave activity is also observed as a consequence brain injuries, when scar tissue has formed (the feedback of the corticothalamic loop is disrupted). There is increasing evidence that some people can remain somewhat conscious while experiencing delta wave activity.

Some researchers are confident that delta waves are present in healers in a state of “healing” and in psychics while receiving information.

The following table provides a summary of the positive and negative factors associated with activity different groups waves of brain activity.

Positive factors		Negative factors
Possibly associated with the peak of vital activity.	Gamma 35 - 45 Hz
Very active external attention.	Beta 2 22 - 35 Hz	Somatic arousal, tension.
Active external attention.	Beta 1 15-22 Hz
Relaxation, passive attention.	Slow beta waves 12-15 Hz
Relaxation, inner attention, meditation, healthy mental state.	Alpha (Upper) 9- 13 Hz
Deep Meditation, Insight, Schumann Resonance, Hypnosis	Slow alpha waves - Mu/Talfa 7-9Hz	Emotional anxiety, depression, closed brain injuries, “low-frequency” brain disorders such as premenstrual syndrome, attention disorders, migraines, chronic fatigue, anxiety and depression, and seasonal affective disorders. Conditions are considered chronic when these processes occur in the anterior frontal part of the brain with the eyes open.
Creativity, REM sleep, hypnagogic state	Theta 5-7Hz	Brain disorders can be reflected in high Theta wave activity.
Improved sleep.	Delta 1-4 Hz	Severe brain injuries.

Within a few minutes, the brain usually produces a certain amount of all types of waves. However, for a specific type of activity or behavior, the brain is able to initially produce waves of one group.

Figure 3 is a modified Brownbeck and Mason map interpreting the types of behavior corresponding to the activity of one rhythm of a specific frequency.

Essentially, the waves of brain activity are like the waves of a lake. When a strong wind blows, large waves appear far in the lake (large amplitude, low frequency). And when we throw a pebble into the lake, small waves appear very close to the place of disturbance (low amplitude, high frequency).

An interesting relationship is that as the frequency increases, the amplitude decreases. Figure 3 shows the relationship between the types of behavior associated with the predominance of one frequency group.

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Brain wave type, amplitude and reflection in personal experience
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BRAIN WAVES

HOW BRAIN FREQUENCIES INFLUENCE THE QUALITY OF OUR LIFE

Our brain modulates different frequencies depending on what we are doing at the moment.

There are 4 main brainwave bands:

beta, alpha, theta and delta.

Highest range - beta, the lowest - delta. Mid-range waves are called the first letter of the Greek alphabet, “alpha,” since they were first discovered in 1908 by the Austrian physicist Hans Berger.

Alpha waves prevail during wakefulness, when a person is concentrated, but at the same time completely relaxed. In deep sleep, there are either few or no alpha waves. They do not exist even when a person is overwhelmed by fear or anger. At such moments, beta waves dominate.

Beta waves also prevail in stressful situations when quick action and extreme concentration are required.

Delta waves predominate during deep sleep (3rd and 4th phases of sleep). Theta waves predominate during REM sleep, dreams and half-asleep (1st and 2nd phases of sleep).

Alpha and theta- these are the frequencies at which his soul speaks to a person. When alpha and theta the frequencies resonate within you, you come into contact with your soul. When you suppress these frequencies in any way, you separate yourself from your own soul.

Since it is the soul that gives a person a sense of well-being, the one who is in beta- condition and does not have a strong connection with the waves alpha-theta band , feels anxious and does not feel the joy of life.

For most people the intensity theta and alpha -waves are reduced.

Ordinary people are in a limited state of low but stable productivity and very rarely act spontaneously, on a whim.

They wake up from deep sleep with an alarm and force themselves, with the help of coffee, into a state of outward-oriented active wakefulness with a predominance of beta waves.

Caffeine is suppressive theta and alpha waves , but it stimulates beta waves.

Stress, tension and lack of time at work lead to the fact that a person functions in beta mode brain activity, and in the evening falls exhausted into deep sleep ( delta mode).

He simply does not have enough time to calm and relax the mind, gradually slipping into a meditative state, which would allow him to strengthen alpha and theta waves .

Thus, many people constantly abruptly and rudely switch their brains from delta mode to beta mode , and then back, simply not giving him time to work on the frequencies of the soul - alpha and theta.

People with high alpha wave activity experience less anxiety and therefore have a stronger immune system. Creative inspiration requires the brain to generate bursts. alpha and theta- activity.

Whenever inspiration or insight strikes you, know that your brain is generating more alpha and theta waves , than usual.

Alpha state Also necessary condition sports records. One of the key differences between a beginner and a top athlete is brain wave activity! Increase alpha activity brain allows athletes to enter the “zone” of records.

An ideally balanced state of consciousness is achieved on the border between alpha and theta, which approximately corresponds to the frequency 7.8 Hz - Schumann resonance frequency, frequency of the Earth's resonant field.

Then everything becomes crystal clear to you, because you are vibrating at the frequency that gave birth to life on our planet and supports it to this day.

Here you are also accessible to the inner theta inspiration , and external charisma characteristic alpha mode. In addition, here you get much more than just alpha and theta modes functioning.

When your consciousness operates at a frequency Schumann resonance , you come alive! Your mind expands energy system the body is overflowing with life. It is a blissful state of alert but relaxed consciousness.

This is creativity, high intellectual abilities and insights.

In this condition, the central nervous system reduces the flow of incoming data from the peripheral nervous system. Limiting the number of incoming sensory information allows you to protect the central nervous system from sensory overload caused by stress or physical stimuli.

When the brain does not have to control information coming from outside, it expands its functionality. Usually unused areas of the brain are activated and begin to work at full capacity.

At the same time, the mind perceives the body detachedly, being half-on, in a state of half-asleep. You are aware of everything around you, but at the same time your body is in a state of deep relaxation.

Einstein, Thomas Edison, and Leonardo da Vinci all said that when solving difficult problems, they deliberately allowed their minds to slip into a state we now call theta state . Edison even took a nap when he reached a dead end in solving a particular problem. He allowed himself to fall asleep, and when his consciousness reached theta states, a solution arose in my mind. After this, Edison woke up with a ready-made solution.

Einstein practiced a very similar method. He called it a "stream of images." You allow your mind to unwind and drift off into half-asleep, and then just relax and watch what images come to mind. Then you need to try to decipher these images that appeared to you between wakefulness and sleep and find the keys in them.

When Einstein could not find a solution to a problem for a long time, he believed that his own consciousness was opposing the efforts he was making.

As the great scientist said: “You cannot solve a problem with the same thinking that created it.”

To change the course of his own thinking, he allowed his mind to slip into a drowsy theta state, and then observed the images that appeared before his mind's eye. This method allows the mind to get rid of all the conscious limitations that cause the problem.

Any person should learn to effectively control brain wave states, and for this you need to know which of them is most favorable for you in a given situation, and be able to enter it.

Beta- waves Frequency 13-40 Hz

Wakefulness

Concentration

Cognition

The beta state is characterized by high concentration, attention, coordination of movements and visual acuity.

When the brain works in BETA mode, a person is completely awake. His mind is sharp and collected. Neural circuits operate extremely quickly, allowing a person to react quickly and clearly.

Provides clarity and external focus, which helps prepare for exams, think through upcoming actions, and quickly and effectively analyze and organize information.

However, too high activity in this frequency range increases stress levels.

The beta state is characterized by a high level of external attention and alertness - you are fully aware of everything that is happening in the external world - but most often at the expense of awareness of the internal world.

Alpha waves 7-12 Hz

Visualization

Creation

When a person is truly calm, but at the same time focused; when he is in the “zone” (a special state described by outstanding athletes), this means that his brain activity is dominated by harmonious alpha waves.

His consciousness expands and is filled with creative energy. Fears and anxieties that arise when beta waves predominate in the brain dissipate, and fearlessness and clarity come.

Alpha waves give a feeling of peace and well-being, the opportunity to use your creativity, solve complex problems, find new approaches and practice creative visualization.

Alpha waves provide mental clarity combined with serenity, which is extremely beneficial for health.

Resonance frequency electromagnetic field Earth - 7.5-7.8 Hz. This is the frequency known as "Schumann resonance frequency" , apparently represents the optimal vibration of life on the planet.

If your brain resonates at this frequency, it means your consciousness has found harmony with Life itself.

You feel your entire being filled with energy. You feel a strong connection to the transcendental spiritual realm known as THE WAY, TRUTH and LIFE.

I placed this egg on a flat table surface myself, being in the alpha frequency state of the brain. It stood there for almost an hour. Without any devices, salt, glue, etc.

We really can do anything! We just don't take advantage of our capabilities... Let's discover ourselves and our fantastic abilities!

Theta waves 4-8 Hz (peak frequency 6.2-6.7 Hz)

Deep Meditation

Intuition

Hallucinations, dreams

Theta is the shadowy realm of the subconscious, a fragile state experienced when we slip into sleep, during dreams and in the seconds of awakening from sleep.

The Theta state can be called a semi-conscious door to the mysterious realm of the unconscious. It is full of living images, rejected material from the activity of the soul, insights and glimpses of genius.

It is also a zone of long-term learning and memory. Theta meditation enhances learning, reduces stress, and awakens intuition and other psychic abilities.

Deep meditation in the Theta state results in heightened receptivity, flashes of dream-like imagery, inspiration, long-forgotten memories, and a feeling of "rocking on the waves." When consciousness is in the Theta state, you can experience an expansion of the mind beyond the body.

The theta wave range is the threshold of your subconscious/unconscious.

Brainwaves in this range include areas where we store memories and buried emotions. There are hidden secrets in the subconscious/unconscious that we are not ready to face. These secrets may haunt us in our dreams, but they are likely to be disguised behind elaborate symbols, allowing them to go unnoticed until we are mature enough to work through them.

The theta state is ideal for super learning, subconscious reprogramming, dream recall and hypnosis.

Among drug addicts and alcoholics, there are many who have reduced theta wave activity, so they are drawn to artificial methods of slowing down brain wave activity.

Activation of theta states can be achieved using methods based on the use of biofeedback, as well as using sounds that cause resonance with them, which reduces alcohol and drug addiction.

Delta waves 0-4 Hz

Healing

Deep dream

Detached consciousness

Delta is a long, slow wave oscillation. The delta band is the lowest of the 4 brainwave bands. This is deep sleep. Certain delta frequencies stimulate the release of growth hormone in the human body, which promotes healing and tissue regeneration. This is why deep sleep (when delta waves are active) helps you recover.

Signals from the unconscious are transmitted on delta waves. To tap into the unconscious, one must enter a deep meditative state—deep enough to increase the proportion of delta wave activity in the brain while remaining awake.

STIMULATORS OF VARIOUS BRAIN WAVES

Tobacco and mate are very similar plants, when consumed, the body receives amino acids that stimulate brain alpha waves.

This is why many people smoke to “relax”. However, we should not forget that the real tobacco that was used and considered " healthy product"The Indians, appreciating the psychoactive properties of this plant, are very far from the cigarettes consumed in our industrial society. Due to selection, additives and genetic engineering, the once good product has turned into a carcinogen. In addition, the simultaneous use of tobacco with alcohol increases the risk of throat cancer.

Caffeine switches your brain into an anxiety-crisis beta mode.

An excellent alternative to coffee is the aforementioned mate. Wonderful mate tea is similar in composition to tobacco. Mate can lift you out of your sleepy theta state and help you move into a creative alpha state without pushing you into beta like coffee or black tea does.

Theanine is an amino acid found in green tea. This substance is called "Zen in a bottle" and its effects are similar to those of tobacco.

Theanine stimulates alpha waves, directly promotes their generation and promotes relaxation. Theanine helps to relax, stimulates memory and learning ability. By reducing anxiety, theanine promotes concentration and clarity of thinking.

Tianni also promotes the production of GABA, a brain hormone that helps promote calm and a sense of well-being. Caffeine suppresses the production of this hormone. This is how theanine improves your mood.

Rock music, oddly enough, is focused on alpha state.

Nature stimulates alpha-theta wave activity brain more softly.

Most natural phenomena are in harmony with Schumann resonance frequency, coinciding with alpha waves - 7.5 -7.8 Hz. Therefore, being in nature, you naturally enter into resonance with it, leading you to alpha state.

In addition, wide open spaces and fresh air help to calm and focus, which also contributes to beneficial fluctuations in brain activity.

Try walking barefoot in the grass for at least 15 minutes and notice how you feel afterwards. Your sensations are the result of increased alpha activity in the brain.

An even simpler way stimulate alpha oscillations - simply be aware of your breathing.

Physical exercise and training promote not only physical health, but also liberation from “inner demons.” We are genetically programmed for significant physical exercise. Exercise is the key to a fulfilling life!

Driving on the highway appears to stimulate theta brain activity. This is why children fall asleep in the back seat.

External vibrations at certain frequencies can affect our state of consciousness.

Listen to recordings of sacred music - Tibetan monks or Gregorian chant. If you listen closely, you can hear how the voices merge, forming one pulsating tone. This is one of the most interesting effects characteristic of some musical instruments and a choir of people singing in approximately the same key - the formation of beats. When voices or instruments converge in unison, the beats slow down, and when they diverge, they speed up.

Perhaps this effect would have remained in the field of interest only to musicians, if not for researcher Robert Monroe. He realized that despite the wide popularity of the beat effect in the scientific world, no one had studied its effect on the human condition when listening through stereo headphones. Monroe discovered that when listening to sounds of similar frequencies on different channels (right and left), a person experiences so-called binaural beats, or binaural beats. For example, when one ear hears a pure tone with a frequency of 330 vibrations per second, and the other ear hears a pure tone with a frequency of 335 vibrations per second, the hemispheres of the human brain begin to work together, and as a result, he?hears? beats with a frequency of 335 - 330 = 5 vibrations per second, but this is not a real external sound, but a “phantom”. It is born in the human brain only when combined electromagnetic waves, coming from two synchronously working hemispheres of the brain.

What happens in the brain when a person “hears” these sounds.

In the 50s, the method of electroencephalography (EEG) was developed, which makes it possible to record and study the bioelectric potentials of the brain. At the same time, it was found that the frequency of bioelectrical oscillations of the brain is capable of synchronizing, under certain conditions, with various rhythmic stimuli, for example, impulses that are extremely weak electric current, light flashes and sound clicks, if the frequency of the stimuli is within the natural frequency range of the bioelectric potentials of the brain.

The brain most easily follows stimuli in the frequency range of 8-25 Hz, but with training this interval can be expanded to the entire range of natural brain frequencies.

Currently, it is customary to distinguish four main types of electrical oscillations in the human brain, each of which has its own frequency range and state of consciousness in which it dominates.

Beta waves- the fastest. Their frequency varies, classic version, from 14 to 42 Hz (and according to some modern sources, more than 100 Hertz). In a normal waking state, when we are with open eyes We observe the world around us, or are focused on solving some current problems, these waves, mainly in the range from 14 to 40 Hertz, dominate in our brain. Beta waves are typically associated with wakefulness, alertness, focus, cognition and, when in excess, anxiety, fear and panic. A lack of beta waves is associated with depression, poor selective attention, and problems remembering information.

A number of researchers have found that some people have very high levels of tension, including high levels of brain electrical activity in the fast beta wave range, and very low levels of relaxation waves in the alpha and theta range. People of this type also often exhibit characteristic behavior such as smoking, overeating, gambling, drug or alcohol addiction. This is usually successful people, because they are much more sensitive to external stimuli and react to them much faster than others. But for them, ordinary events can seem extremely stressful, forcing them to look for ways to reduce stress and anxiety through the use of alcohol and drugs.

An increased level of tension is one of the types of imbalance of neuroregulators in the body. It is obvious that in such people, appropriate brain stimulation can significantly reduce the level of beta activity and, accordingly, increase relaxing alpha and theta rhythms. For example, Henry Adams, Ph. D. - founder of the National Institute of Mental Health and a leading specialist in alcoholism research programs at St. Elizabeth's Hospital, Washington, D.C., found that the most “bitter” drinkers after only one alpha-theta relaxation session accompanied by short anti-alcohol suggestions over the next two weeks reduced alcohol consumption by 55%. In an interview with a reporter, Dr. Adams stated: “This is very effective technique at the same time, it is easy to prepare and use, free from significant risks, any danger and side medical effects. Has it now been proven that it significantly reduces the symptoms of withdrawal symptoms, provides a state of deep relaxation and thereby reduces the desire to take drugs?

Alpha waves arise when we close our eyes and begin to passively relax, without thinking about anything. At the same time, bioelectrical oscillations in the brain slow down, and “bursts” of alpha waves appear, i.e. oscillations in the range from 8 to 13 Hertz. If we continue to relax without focusing our thoughts, alpha waves will begin to dominate throughout the brain, and we will plunge into a state of pleasant peace, also called the “alpha state.”

Research has shown that brain stimulation in the alpha range is ideal for assimilation of new information, data, facts, any material that needs to be always ready in your memory.

In oriental martial arts there is such a thing as “ ". EEG studies have shown that in this state, alpha waves predominate in the human brain. Against the background of alpha brain activity, the speed of muscle reaction is ten times higher than in the normal state.

On the electroencephalogram (EEG) of a healthy person not under the influence of stress, alpha waves always a lot. Their lack may be a sign of stress, inability to get proper rest and effective teaching, as well as evidence of disturbances in brain activity or disease. It is in the alpha state that the human brain produces more beta-endorphins and enkephalins - its own “drugs” responsible for joy, relaxation and pain reduction. Also, alpha waves are a kind of bridge - they provide a connection between consciousness and the subconscious. Numerous EEG studies have found that people who experienced events associated with severe mental trauma in childhood have suppressed alpha brain activity. A similar picture of the electrical activity of the brain can be observed in people suffering from post-traumatic syndrome received as a result of military actions or environmental disasters.

Since the sensory-motor rhythm lies in the alpha range, it becomes clear why people suffering from post-traumatic syndrome have difficulty voluntarily accessing sensory-figurative representations (on which, by the way, all traditional drug-free psychotherapy is based) or some methods of developing extrasensory abilities ( see Bronnikov method).

The addiction of some people to alcohol and drugs is explained by the fact that these people are not able to generate a sufficient amount of alpha waves in a normal state, while in a state of drug or alcohol intoxication, the power of electrical activity of the brain in the alpha range increases sharply. .

Theta waves appear when calm, peaceful wakefulness turns into drowsiness. The vibrations in the brain become slower and more rhythmic, ranging from 4 to 8 Hertz. This state is also called “twilight”, since in it a person is between sleep and wakefulness. It is often accompanied by the vision of unexpected, dream-like images, accompanied by vivid memories, especially childhood ones. The theta state allows access to the contents of the unconscious part of the mind, free associations, unexpected insights, creative ideas.

On the other hand, the theta range (4-7 vibrations per second) is ideal for the uncritical acceptance of external attitudes, since its rhythms reduce the effect of the corresponding protective mental mechanisms and allow transformative information to penetrate deep into the subconscious. That is, in order for messages designed to change your behavior or attitude towards others to penetrate the subconscious without being subjected to the critical assessment inherent in the waking state, it is best to superimpose them on the rhythms of the theta range.

In 1848, Frenchman Maury gave this psychophysiological state (similar to hypnotic states in the pattern of distribution and combination of electrical potentials of the brain) hypnagogic (from the Greek hipnos = sleep and agnogeus = conductor, leader). In every Eastern philosophical and esoteric school, “hypnagogia” has been used for centuries for creativity and self-improvement; psychotechnics and rituals have been carefully developed to achieve this state and exist detailed classifications psychophysiological phenomena accompanying it.

Note that the use of hypnagogia is not limited to Eastern religions. History has taught us that such famous personalities as Aristotle, Brahms, Puccini, Wagner, Francis Goya, Nietzsche, Edgar Allan Poe, Charles Dickens, Salvador Dali, Henry Ford, Thomas Edison and Albert Einstein deliberately used hypnagogia for their creativity, using a technique that was described by Aristotle.

For example, Edison worked very hard on his inventions. When he reached a dead end in his thoughts, he sat down in his favorite chair, took the metal ball in his hand (which he freely lowered along the chair) and fell asleep. Having fallen asleep, he would involuntarily let go of the ball from his hand and the crash of the ball falling to the floor would wake him up, and very often he would wake up with fresh ideas about the project he was working on.

Delta waves begin to dominate when we fall asleep. They are even slower than theta waves because they have a frequency of less than 4 vibrations per second. Most of us, when delta waves dominate in the brain, are either sleepy or in some other unconscious state. However, there is growing evidence that some people can be in the delta state without losing awareness. It is typically associated with deep trance or “non-physical” states. It is noteworthy that it is in this state that our brain secretes largest quantities growth hormone, and in the body the processes of self-restoration and self-healing occur most intensively.

Recent studies have found that as soon as a person shows real interest in something, the power of bioelectrical activity of the brain in the delta range increases significantly (along with beta activity).

Modern methods of computer analysis of electrical activity of the brain have made it possible to establish that in a state of wakefulness the brain contains frequencies of absolutely all ranges, and the more efficient the brain is, the greater the coherence (synchrony) of oscillations is observed in all ranges in symmetrical zones of both hemispheres of the brain.

Human brain- perhaps the greatest mystery of nature. In gigantic populations of billions of nerve cells (up to 1011 in total), in an even greater number of nerve connections by three to four orders of magnitude (1014-15) and in an astronomical number of effective interneuron combinations, self-developing nature turned to itself in the form of self-knowledge.

The subjective images and representations of primary reality generated during this process have become the dominant motives for programming and controlling behavior in humans, from elementary acts such as hammering nails and inventing scientific hypotheses to complex interpersonal contacts and existential reflections.

Now everything in nature has become subject to analysis, even the brain itself. However, in the latter case, the researchers were faced with a unique and seemingly almost hopeless situation, when in the network of experimental procedures it was necessary to catch real-life, but fleeting and incorporeal mental phenomena: emotional states, thinking procedures and mental images! What tools of experimental analysis do you need to have in order to record at least the elementary acts of the human psyche?

One could try to measure the consumption of oxygen or nutrients (glucose) by nerve cells, assuming that in a state of activation the cells require more of both.

The heat production of nervous tissue can be measured. And such methods actually exist at the present time, for example, in the form of positron emission tomography (PET), nuclear magnetic resonance, thermal imaging, etc. technologies.

However, such approaches, obviously, can only indirectly reflect the actual information activity of the brain. In addition, the large inertia of these methods (seconds and tens of seconds) does not allow them to “respond” to the analytical activity of neurons, which is fleeting in nature.

Fortunately for many generations of psychophysiologists, the basis of the analytical procedures of nerve cells turned out to be based on a completely material carrier - the difference in electrical potentials on both sides cell membrane, reaching 70-80 mV!

Short-term shifts in membrane potential or nerve impulses spreading along the processes of nerve cells could be recorded using conventional voltmeters equipped with a cascade of preliminary amplification of the electrical signal. Thus, the dynamics of neuron states could be transmitted to the arrows of electrical recorders without the slightest delay.

For human studies, the only difficulty with this experimental approach was that the electrical activity of the brain had to be recorded “non-invasively”, i.e. without any cuts, punctures or other damage to biological tissues. How else, without damage, can “divert” the potentials of the cerebral cortex, which is protected from external influences not only by the skin and bones of the skull, but also additionally covered with several membranes, between which the conductive cerebrospinal fluid? As you can see, nature has done everything to protect the brain not only from mechanical damage, but also from external electromagnetic fields. This last defense is equally difficult to “break through” both externally and internally. inside cranium. Cortical electrical potentials, if they penetrate the surface of the skull, are thousands of times weakened, ultimately not exceeding one or two tens of millionths of a volt. This is despite the fact that hundreds of times greater potentials are induced on the human body from external natural and man-made electromagnetic fields.

However, about 80 years ago, the technology for recording electrical potentials of the brain directly from the skin surface of the human head was demonstrated by the German psychiatrist Hans Bergr. This method is called electroencephalography (EEG), and currently not a single neurological department in hospitals, not a single clinic of the corresponding profile can do without an electroencephalography laboratory. Diagnosis using the EEG method now lends itself well to numerous focal lesions brain, tumor processes, epileptic and some other neurogenic diseases.

But the initial optimism of researchers regarding the objective study of the human psyche diminished noticeably as soon as they began EEG decoding, which turned out to be a very complex signal. In search of “echoes” of elementary mental acts in the EEG, a group for the study of the human brain (headed by Prof. A.Ya. Kaplan) at the Department of Human and Animal Physiology, Faculty of Biology, Moscow State University, is also working. In the course of research, scientists were constantly concerned by the fact that many mental processes, such as memory, attention, and especially cognitive or cognitive operations, if they appeared at the EEG level, then in a highly veiled form, on the verge of the threshold statistical significance. Is this related to the averaging procedures that are traditionally used to level out the contribution of “random” EEG variability, which was believed to be caused by the action of numerous uncontrolled experimental factors?

This is where the researchers began to wonder: isn’t this supposedly “random” EEG variability actually a reflection of highly dynamic mental operations in nature? It was suggested that such operations could manifest themselves at the EEG level in the form of short-term stabilization of the main statistical parameters of this signal. Accordingly, the change from one operation to another should be accompanied in the EEG by a short-term transition period with subsequent stabilization of a new package of statistical indicators. But does such a segmental structure of the EEG really exist?

In collaboration with mathematicians from the Institute for Systems Research (Prof. B.S. Darkovsky and Dr. B.E. Brodsky), members of the human brain research group conceived and implemented procedures for automatic segmentation of EEG into relatively homogeneous areas. During the study, it turned out that the EEG can indeed be presented as a sequence of relatively homogeneous segments lasting about tenths of a second. Now it was necessary to show how such a segmental representation of the EEG corresponds to the functional structure of real physiological and mental processes.

The first attempt of the pen in this direction was the study of the effects developed under the leadership of the head. Department of Academician of the Russian Academy of Medical Sciences I.P. Ashmarina nootropic drug new generation of Semax. It turned out that the peculiarity of this drug is its positive effect on segments of EEG alpha activity of moderate amplitude (a sign of optimization of memory processes) and some opposite effect on segments of the same activity, but of high amplitude. Obviously, with total averaging of the EEG, both effects would largely cancel each other out, and in this case the true effect of the drug would not be detected. This finding became the basis for further clinical studies of Semax, which ultimately contributed to the introduction of this medicine into healthcare for the purpose of activating memory and attention processes in case of their situational insufficiency.

The researchers then applied their technology to segment the EEG into functional blocks in a study of human night sleep, carried out in collaboration with the Guttenburg University Clinic in Germany. The identification of known stages of sleep, which are usually determined “manually” by experienced experts on the basis of rather subjective criteria, turned out to be possible to do almost automatically. Such precise and objective segmentation of the nighttime EEG made it possible to “discern” some previously unknown details, for example, that each of the classical stages of sleep is “interspersed” with a small number of EEG segments characteristic of other stages of sleep. This means, in particular, that even in the stage of deep sleep there are short periods of states of wakefulness that are not subjectively noticed by a person precisely because of their short duration. Further research should clarify the meaning and functional purpose of such partial “mixing” of the heterogeneous stages of sleep and wakefulness.

The segmental representation of the EEG made it possible to find in it features so-called meditative states of consciousness. At the Institute of Technology in Kanpur (India), Professor A.Ya. Kaplan showed, for example, that the segmental structure of the period of meditation in hereditary yogis differs significantly from the state of wakefulness, primarily in the high dynamism of the alternation of short segments of alpha (8 - 12 Hz) and theta rhythms (3.5 - 6 Hz) in the EEG. Now, by tracking EEG-like phenomena, we can talk about periods of altered states of consciousness and conduct a systematic study of these states.

Segmental analysis of the EEG allows us to identify completely new quantitative characteristics of the EEG signal, such as the distribution of quasi-stationary segments in the analyzed recording by amplitude and duration, by the slope and amplitude of intersegment transitions, etc., and all these characteristics can be considered in different frequency ranges. Assessing these indicators, graduate students S.V. Borisov and E.V. Levichkin obtained topographic characteristics of EEG effects for a variety of cognitive loads, such as listening to music, arithmetic calculation, viewing simple two-dimensional images and pictures containing a hidden three-dimensional image.

The transition periods between EEG segments themselves did not go unnoticed by researchers. The idea arose that the moments of transition from segment to segment in different areas brain may coincide in time, thereby indicating the consistency of ongoing operations in these areas. At the first glance at the segmental structure of the EEG of different brain formations, it was possible to identify numerous cases of spatial synchronization of transition periods in the EEG in almost all paired combinations of EEG recordings: forehead-occipital, crown-temple, etc. - in total, for example, 120 combinations for 16 electrodes. For each functional state of the brain, it was thus possible to construct a spatial portrait of operational synchronization by plotting horizontally the number of paired combinations of EEG leads, and vertically plotting how often the boundaries of segments coincide in these combinations. Within research projects Ph.D. S.L. Shishkin and graduate student S.V. Borisov, clearly defined portraits of operational synchrony were obtained under various mental loads.

However, numerical modeling of the process of operational synchrony showed that in any EEG combinations, even in the complete absence of interaction between brain structures, a fairly high frequency of purely random coincidences of intersegment transitions in the EEG should be observed. It was all the more interesting to compare real and random portraits of operational synchrony predicted by modeling. To the delight of the researchers, those tested functional states brains each differed in their unique composition of pairs of brain formations, for which the phenomenon of operational EEG synchrony statistically significantly exceeded the stochastic level. On this path I received whole line new data on the specifics of the operational interaction of brain formations when subjects perform various tasks. Moreover, it turned out that much more generalized mental states are also reflected in the restructuring of operational relationships between brain formations- so, in a study by Ph.D. S.L. Shishkin obtained interesting results that increased operational synchrony between cortical structures is characteristic of a state of increased anxiety. Since excessive anxiety plays an important role in the formation of neurotic and psychosomatic pathologies, it can be assumed that further development Research in this direction will bring important results for medicine.

As can be seen, higher mental functions are indeed reflected in specific patterns of microstructural organization of the EEG. The only problem is that it is not always possible to come up with such an experiment and apply such methods of EEG analysis, which together can reveal to the researcher another mystery of the human psyche. Despite the solid work experience of the group studying the human brain, as always, the most interesting experiments and the most intriguing tasks are yet to come. Currently, for example, experiments are being planned to study the mechanisms of voluntary regulation of mental processes in humans. With the help of specially trained technical means and the software system, subjects will have to learn to voluntarily modify the functional relationships between brain structures. Somewhere along the way, the curtain must be lifted on the mystery of human “free will”; what is it: a metaphysical allegory, a “harmful fable” or a real psychophysiological process?

The practice of thetahealing is based on a person’s ability to immerse themselves in special forms of consciousness activated by wave frequencies.

The theta state is achieved in different ways, but only thanks to it a person enters into long-term contact with the Creator, and also develops psychic skills. It is in this form that human consciousness is able to fight ossified beliefs, as well as accumulate its creative potential.

Types of states of consciousness

There are several types of conscious states in humans. All of them are based on individual brain wave frequencies, which are certain moments show maximum activity.

Beta state

Characterized by active mental abilities and general vigor of the body. This is a habitual state of human daily life, when thoughts are constantly changing and hardly slow down. Therefore, a sense of concentration is rarely achieved with beta waves. At the same time, the heartbeat increases, and the illusion of loss of control over the brain is created.

Alpha state

Reminiscent of brain activity after meditative practices. It is a form of relaxation that maintains a sense of awareness own body. The process of absorbing new information occurs very quickly, since stressful worries are minimal.

Alpha frequencies appear in the head during the process of imagination, daydreaming, visualization and fantasizing.

Theta state

Entering the theta state is similar to going into a shallow, short trance. This mental form consciousness, characterized by abundant imagination, insight into visual images, and intense creativity. Manifestations of deep meditation and mental sleep are also possible.

The body at such moments is almost not felt by the subject, external stimuli still active, but not recorded by consciousness. There is a feeling of spiritual awakening and increased intuition. In the theta state, you can quickly learn new knowledge, master healing, and improve yourself.

Delta state

It already appears in the unconscious brain, immersed in deep phase sleep. If the wave frequencies of this level are very low, no visual images or sensations of your body are observed. High levels waves lead to dreams and predictions of the future. However, you should not trust this area of the unconscious.

There is some transition between the theta and delta states, a feeling of trance. Plunging into this intermediate state is harmful, since loss of control over consciousness leads to the awakening of demonic entities. They can occupy a person's head.

Features of theta consciousness

To understand how immersion in the theta state occurs, it is enough to conduct a small practical experiment. First, actively work mentally or physically by entering beta consciousness. Then relax and tune in to the alpha waves. Gradually, by deeply inhaling and exhaling, you can free yourself from unnecessary thoughts and come to the theta state.

More thorough immersion is possible by focusing attention at this moment on one thing or thought. Then dispersal leads to sleep, i.e. to delta frequencies. What does a person feel, whose consciousness is in the theta form?

Consciousness is in the middle between reality and sleep. The power of the ego-mind gradually weakens. The person seems to be dozing and ready to fall asleep. Concentration on an object relieves half-asleep and the feeling of heaviness. Weightlessness and lightness appear in the body.
Thoughts remain clear. Entering the theta state marks contact with the Creator, so a person does not stop thinking, but no longer includes the rational mind. Any reflection at such a moment is the idea of a higher consciousness, the Creator. Each stage of consciousness is instantly activated.
Entering the theta state is like entering water. Breathing is smooth and very slow, the body is relaxed, the head becomes light, the mind ceases to be active. In this position, you can confidently pronounce basic phrases for concentration or calmly read prayers.
Then the person begins to feel as if he is enjoying a soft feather bed under him or swinging on the waves. A certain distance from the body is felt, and consciousness begins to float in weightlessness. You can come into contact with the Creator. If meditation was carried out at the same time, you need to remember that its task is astral/mental flight.
The conscious state of theta allows you to enhance your innate intuition and awaken abilities such as body scanning, clairaudience, divination, clairvoyance, telepathy, DNA transformation, etc. You can not only create new reality, but also change fate.
Returning from the theta state is accompanied by a feeling of fullness of strength and joy, renewal and lightness. The person feels happy and free. He gained enough wisdom to solve all problems.

Mastering the theta state requires constant practice, but it is accessible to every individual. Gradually, the possibilities of influencing the hidden area of the subconscious are expanding and strengthening.

Theta Immersion Methods

The main question that interests most healers, practitioners and simply lovers of theta is: how to enter a special state? Surprisingly, human nature allows him to use different instruments control of consciousness and subconsciousness.

Regular theta meditation

This method is reminiscent of classical meditative practice, which helps to achieve liberation from unnecessary thoughts. You need to find a quiet place where no one will disturb you. Just don’t choose a bedroom, otherwise your brain will want to fall asleep out of habit.

Relax your body comfortable position and close your eyes. Playing soothing music can also be helpful.
Watch your thoughts. After some time, a complete feeling of emptiness should arise.
Start reading any prayer to yourself or visualize a relaxing image: a flowing stream of water or a blazing candle flame. Imagine that consciousness has several levels and you go lower and lower in search of a comfortable place.
Meditation lasts only 20 minutes at the first stage, and it is better to repeat the session twice a day. Before finishing the lesson, remember to return to your original level of consciousness and open your eyes.

It is believed that such meditation sessions allow the soul to separate from the body for a while. You can also use the lesson to simultaneously develop the sixth sense, eliminate fears and negative thoughts. However, it is useful to simultaneously enroll in thetahealing courses and read. Video and audio recordings help the conscious state of theta. Today, meditations with leading theta healing practitioners can be found freely available on the Internet.

Healing theta meditations

The goals of such practices include not only tuning the brain to theta frequencies and preserving these waves, but also eliminating negative programs in a person’s consciousness and subconscious. Theta meditations at this level help you connect with the Creator, fully accept yourself and the world without any conditions, and experience the ideal space of silence and wisdom.

During such sessions, you can express your intentions and wishes, feel the joy of being, and return to a state of integrity and harmony. Experts often compare theta meditation with the effect of correct asana: the body relaxes, thoughts and emotions go away, only pure presence remains without mental blocks.

There are several types of theta healing meditations:

Some practices are aimed at treating birth injuries. They turn to the image inner child and internal parents. With the help of such meditation, you can also remove children's consciousness programs formed before the age of 7.
There are also theta meditations for perfect health. They help to get closer to immortality and eliminate the genetic predispositions of aging of the body. This session sets you up for perfect figure and beauty and removes the self-destruction program.
Many theta meditations help balance the masculine and feminine principles in a person. These practices are aimed at eliminating negative beliefs of the mind that block the building of harmonious relationships. This also includes classes on healing the inner women or men.

Meditation “House of Doors”

Activation of the theta frequency is possible by going deep into your own subconscious. For such practices, you can use images that lead a person down somewhere. Use the “House of Doors” technique for these purposes.

Start by creating a whole world in your imagination, a platform on which the house stands. Thanks to this, alpha waves will be activated.
Enter the building and examine it. You are looking at a long corridor. Follow it. Visit the mirror room that stands in your way. Go deeper into the house and enter the next room. This is the other side of the corridor.
Now you need to deepen your meditation by smoothly entering the theta state. Use imagery that changes your movement. You can imagine an arch, a spiral staircase, a new corridor, a deep tunnel. It is also allowed to go through huge gates, climb slopes, and climb over piles of bricks.
When the meditative theta state is achieved, you need to find a meditation object that helps you dive into the subconscious. Otherwise, theta waves will weaken very quickly and there will be no balance between different brain frequencies.

Wave synchronization

It is necessary to regularly train your consciousness to quickly tune into theta frequencies. The skill of natural and easy synchronization of brain waves is a useful addition to theta healing. The process of learning this practice does not last long, since it is enough to listen to the necessary sounds. The recording is the theta waves themselves, and the brain automatically adjusts to the presented acoustic tone.

Western specialists often use the synchronization technique to get rid of depression, migraines, distracted attention, bad habits, autism. However, it is worth noting that this method is dangerous for people with arrhythmia, epilepsy, pacemakers, and mental disorders. You should not listen to such sounds while under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

Musical relaxation

In this case, almost any music that you like is useful. The fact is that such sounds affect the right hemisphere of the brain and affect the activation of theta waves of different levels.

Musical compositions help even deep strong emotions make your way outside. Therefore, theta frequencies become more dominant. This method completely natural and safe for health.

Visualization method

Creative mental imagery is a useful exercise for increasing theta waves. in a natural way. Practice with your eyes closed and try to maintain a clear, controlled mind. It's difficult, but comes with practice. Theta frequencies are given a gentle and healthy boost through creative visualization.

If you are interested in how to enter the theta state in this way, use the “Love Love” exercise.

Relax and say the word “Love” several times in a row. Concentrate on how you feel at this moment.
Turn one of the words in the series into a verb. Voice the phrase “I love love.”
Try to emphasize each word of this sentence so that your feelings are sincere.
Feel the generation of a strong feeling within you. Repeat “I love love” as expressively and as long as possible.

Falling asleep

Quality and adequate sleep is good for the mind because it maintains health. After awakening, theta frequencies are no longer active, but they are the ones that help you wake up fresh and rested.

By the way, the ability to observe and remember dreams is a direct consequence of the role of theta waves. Deep and restful sleep provided by the delta state of the brain.

Hypnotic effect

Many people think that this is a dangerous technique, but if you approach hypnosis gradually, seriously and with preparation, you can achieve a very deep theta state. Self-hypnosis or external influences are aimed at building a range of slowed brain wave frequencies at both the alpha and theta levels.

Thanks to this state, the introduction of the necessary beliefs into the subconscious is ensured. If you constantly train your brain using hypnosis, then the activation of theta waves will take less and less time, and stressful state will stop bothering you altogether.

Yoga practices

Along with meditative exercises, yoga techniques can improve your well-being and relaxation. This is possible precisely due to alpha and theta frequencies. Regular training helps create a very broad sense of insight while maintaining awareness. It is also helpful to use the following breathing exercise to enter the theta state:

Feel the air around you and thank it for allowing you to breathe.
Inhale through your nose, directing the flow first to the forehead and then to the back of the head. Breathing should be careful and calm.
The air is then directed from the head along the spine to waist level. Shift the flow towards the diaphragm, send it into the lungs and fill them completely.
Exhale slowly through your mouth. The circular movement of air must be repeated at least 3 times in one minute.
Do not forget to be aware of the energy of the breath and feel the very movement of the flows. This will help calm the mind and achieve a deep theta state with full body awareness.

Prohibited methods of entry

In most cases, entering the theta state is completely safe. However, sometimes people resort to simple but unhealthy techniques that stimulate theta frequencies. Unfortunately, after the theta waves weaken, a person’s condition usually worsens.

Sleep intermittently. Lack of a good night's rest leads to an increase in cortisol in the body. This hormone increases the risk of premature aging and stress. In addition, disordered sleep creates chaotic combinations of frequencies in the brain: most theta waves, some delta frequencies, and sometimes high beta waves.
Reception sedatives. Such drugs, for example, include Valium. This is a medicine to relieve stress, panic and anxiety. The drug also increases the number of theta waves in the brain, which causes a feeling of relaxation. But the feeling of fatigue also increases, because a sharp increase in theta frequencies is a powerful test for the body.
Alcohol consumption. Drinks containing alcohol also increase the number of frequencies, but only alpha. Then the influence of alcohol extends to theta frequencies. However, the constant dominance of these waves leads to memory loss, the formation of confused speech, etc.
Drug use. Hallucinogenic drugs like LSD or mushrooms are very dangerous for humans. They kill brain cells and often become the cause of a negative emotional upsurge and sharp negative behavioral reactions. Instead of the theta state, there is a danger of plunging into transient psychosis.

The theta state is a wonderful way to renew the body and consciousness for good purposes. You can achieve this shape using various methods, but in everything you need to know when to stop. Regular and gentle training will have much more benefits than sudden dives into theta frequencies without preparing the body and mind.