What are some examples of “altered states of consciousness” and how do they differ from normal states?
• Waking state: attention directed to surroundings. Includes agitated, restless/”monkey mind” states which are especially amenable to treatment with light and sound stimulation. • “Alpha” state: Relaxed, tranquil, daydreaming, “inward awareness” state. Light meditation here, too. • Hypnagogic, or “twilight” state: Borderline sleep; deep meditation state; hypnotic state; access to the unconscious mind and enhanced retrieval of memories; creativity, accelerated or “superlearning”, inspiration. Associated with increased theta brainwave activity • Trance state: Deep, dreamless sleep; deep rest. Often associated with increased delta brainwave activity Who can benefit from this technology? Light and sound is an effective tool for anyone who wishes to explore altered states of consciousness, awareness expansion and sensory stimulation, psychedelic-like visual imageray, and those seeking an entertaining path to relaxation. Is there anyone who should not use this technology? Nearly everyone who
