Brain Waves

Many of the concepts found universally in the Spiritual Quest are based on the ideal of greater enlightenment. Whether considered psychic or meditative; in reality the foundation is found in the physical properties of the Brainwaves themselves. Tapping into the different levels of brain activity, gives entry to an altered state of conscious- ness. The idea is to control the level of "consciousness" to put oneself at will, into the different wavelengths; particularly into the "Alpha" state.

The faster, Fourteen to Thirty cycles per Second, of the "Beta" state occur when we are mentally alert, awake, and engaged in physical activity. This state also may accompany fear, tension, excitement or anxiety.

The slower "Theta" waves, of Four to Seven cycles per Second, are associated with drowsiness, euphoria, and deep tranquility.

"Delta" waves of One to Three cycles per Second, indicate a deep, dreamless sleep.

"Alpha" brain waves register at Seven to Fourteen cycles per Second. This is the state of consciousness associated with relaxation, meditation, and dreaming.

In alpha the rational filters that dominate our ordinary reality in terms of our own personal security and survival, are weakened or removed, and the mind is more receptive. In an alpha state wonderful changes take place. We have heightened awareness; but we are not bound by the ordinary constrains of the natural world around us. We are freed from those time-space constructs; for our mind and our senses to float free.

In alpha the mind opens up the extra-sensory, forms of communication, such as telepathy, clairvoyance, and precognition. Alpha is where can would diagnose illness, send healing energy to others, tap the "universal consciousness". Here we may also experience out-of-body sensations and psychokinesis, or receive mystical, visionary information not ordinarily received through the five senses.

      "Time and space are modes by which we think,
      not conditions in which we live."
                Albert Einstein.

Man has always wanted to free himself from such constraints. Some say that all dreaming is an out of body experience; and Shakespear's "sleep, purchance to dream" may bring us all what we seek.

In this state many believe the "Spirit" can actually leave the Body. Many individuals have experience this phenomena do to a near deathe experience. Others through a self induced Trance state.