Brain Wave Control May Give You a Happier Life? Learn about alpha ,beta, theta & delta waves. Alternative health, health and fitness

Over time there have been many Philosophers and Thinkers (including the ancients) who have puzzled over what the mind is and how it works for humans. This self-same investigation is going on today. Modern science has assisted greatly.

The idea of the “split mind” is a modern theory which seems to make sense. In essence this theory posits that one side of our brain (mind) is more suited to one set of situations or ideas, and the other side has other capabilities.

So, “thinking with the right side of the brain” is often talked about. What this means is that the thinker is using the brain’s right side — this is where thinking and other mental matters takes place. But, what about the mysterious left side of the brain?

The left side of the brain has different duties. This is where things our bodies do get controlled and regulated. It’s the place where the pilot is steering and watching what is happening so they can be controlled.

The theory seems to be that not much real thinking is going on for the busy left side. Its more like day-to-day management.

New methods of “looking into” the brain have brought about some very elegant and smart ideas. The split brain idea has been studied extensively and continues.

But that brings up a question. How hard is it to ‘look inside a living brain? The brain is, after all, relatively hard to get to inside our bony skulls.

Scientists found early on that when a subject is thinking about something or doing a task, the blood will flow to the area of the brain which is suited to this activity. Blood flows are an indicator of where brains are active.

When a researcher knows what the person under investigation is using his brain for, then blood flow will pinpoint where that activity takes place in the physical brain.

This discovery has lead to a lot of mapping of the brain. We know quite accurately where sight and sound are being processed, for example. Or, also, where certain kinds of thought processes are taking place.

There is a more complicated method beyond determining blood flow. This is to monitor the electrical signals given off by the brain as synapses fire when thoughts move around. Synapses are places in the brain where a tiny electrical charge moves from one synapse to another. It seems our brains are biological electrical parts of the body. This has been extensively studied with many esoteric and useful discoveries made.

Much additional study today deals with brain waves. This is based on fairly recent discoveries. There are four types.

BETA – They are the fastest waves and represent the most intense state of alertness. Beta indicates mental activity. Our Minds are “in Beta” when we are up and doing things. We are fully awake in this state.

ALPHA – a relaxed state of mind. This is a meditative mind. Both sides of the brain are working together when we are in Alpha. To learn fast and take tests well, it is good to be in Alpha. Psychic states of mind may also occur here. In addition there may be visions, powerful ideas and even the creation of the incredible in Alpha.

THETA – Signifies deep meditation. Life-like imagination can occur during this high state of mental concentration. A magical mind. Theta is best for suggestibility and inspiration. Strangely, being in Theta is dominant in chldren of 2 to 5 ages.

DELTA – When your mind is here it is in deep, dreamless sleep. With this brain waye you are in a deep relaxed. The belief is that there might be some things may be accomplished while in Delta.

Brain investigators attempt to work with their subjects in the Alpha state. This is because “in Alpha” means relaxed, calm, quiet tranquillity. Subjects may therefore, become more cooperative with ideas or with others.

There are ways to influence the brain (mind) to be more serene, to be more creative or to have an influence on our physical body. It seems to some people that encouraging the mind to have an effect on our physical body is a far stretch. Others, do not agree and cite examples of such seeming miracles taking place. There is work going on in the area of mind/body influences as we speak.

Disclaimer ” Information included here is not meant to diagnose, treat, mitigate or cure any condition or disease. You should consult with your doctor or medical adviser before using. No information given here is approved by any government agency. It is for educational purpose only.

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