Brain Waves
The human brain is the electrochemical control center of the mind and body. Brain waves are the internal frequencies with which the physical brain functions.
The different brain waves are associated with very specific states of mind and health. Technology in this area continues to advance and in the near future science may be able to use brain wave studies to help our entire species advance by leaps and bounds.
Brain waves are categorized into four groups. These groups are divided by the wave speed.
BETA BRAIN WAVES This frequency is the “normal” state of internal vibration that most humans are dialed into during their waking hours. Some researchers and many philosophers believe humanity needs to evolve past this typical setpoint, but at this time Beta waves are seen as the standard waking brain frequency.
ALPHA BRAIN WAVES This slower rate of vibration is experienced during meditation, hypnosis, or deep relaxation. The body is awake but in a state of near-stillness. The Alpha wave state represents great potential clarity and effortless concentration. This state is associated with being “in the zone” or in a state of “no-mindedness”.
THETA BRAIN WAVES The Theta frequency is experienced during dreaming sleep, and can also be experienced while in the midst of deep meditation. Many advocates of meditative study aspire to attain the Theta state through esoteric practices. In the asian warrior traditions, the state of Zanshin most likely corresponds to Theta waves.
DELTA BRAIN WAVES Delta waves are the slowest frequency and are achieved when one is in dreamless sleep.
I’m not a scientist, but this information fascinates me. And I’ll try to reference some good studies as this blog grows.
The main point of this page is to draw a distinction between thought vibrations and brain waves. The term brain waves refers to internal frequencies experienced within the physical brain.
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