Super learning

Super learning

Rhythm is the nature of the universe, rhythm is Creation. Everything is moving to it's own beat. From the micro-orbits of electrons and protons to the macro-orbits of planets, stars and galaxies. In lifeforms rhythm is even more obvious, from the continuous beating of the heart, to cycles of the breath. Another word for rhythm is "periodicity", which means that the activity of something falls into cycles. The cadence of human beings is intricately woven into the web of cosmic pulsation.

In theta, learning is extremely rapid, and there probably is also a lot of subliminal learning from other dimensions.

In the under seven age group, children often see imaginary playmates and talk to them. Perhaps these are not imaginary, but are really a link with another dimension of intelligence. Interesting thought, is it not?

Some hypnosis and some past life regression experiences also occur in the theta range of brain activity.
William Hewitt


Do you ever wonder why as children we learn more in our first few years of life? The answer lies in the mysterious and elusive Theta brain wave state. Up until the age of six, children are predominantly in Theta. This frequency allows the brain to absorb and retain massive amounts of information that gets stored in long-term memory. You can restore this magical ability through daily Theta brain wave training.

When you need to study and assimilate new information, slip on yourGlasses and headphones, relax and listen to your subject of choice,Within minutes, memory receptors are gently stimulated as precision-engineered frequencies shift your brain into a balanced theta state. In this state of heightened receptivity, the clarity and speed with which you can concentrate, study, and integrate and store information is profoundly improved. Theta brain waves are associated with long-term-potentiation.

Memory receptors and neural pathways are gently stimulated as theta frequencies balance and relax your mind. Groundbreaking research has revealed that theta brain wave activity triggers the formation of new, more complex connections between neurons. This effect, known as "Long-Term Potentiation," is key to forming memories and retrieving information from the subconscious. You'll find that the clarity and speed with which you can concentrate, study,integrate and store information is profoundly improved.

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If external stimulus is applied to the brain, it becomes possible to entrain the brain frequency from one stage to another. For example, if a person is in beta stage (highly alert) and a stimulus of 7.82 Hz is applied to his/her brain for some time, the brain frequency is likely to change towards the applied stimulus. The effect will be relaxing to the person. This phenomenon is also called frequency following response. After a while the person can bring the entrained states to mind at will, the same as any remembered song can be brought to mind

The electroencephalograph (AKA. EEG) is a machine that monitors brainwave-activity. Laboratories around the world have done studies and experiments-using these tools to better understand the four main brainwave patterns:-BETA, ALPHA, THETA and DELTA.

Each frequency has a characteristic blueprint-and produces a distinctive state of consciousness. BETA waves (14 cycles per-second and above) dominate the normal waking state of consciousness when-attention is directed towards the outside world. ALPHA waves (8-13 cycles-per second) are present during dreaming and light meditation when the eyes-are closed. THETA waves (4-7 cycles per second) occur in sleep and are-dominate in the highest state of mediation.In deep meditation and deep-sleep, DELTA waves (.5 to 3 cycles per second) are experienced.

The theta stage (4hz - 8Hz) has been found to increase learning capabilities. In fact, children spend more time in theta stage than adults, which probably explains the accelerated learning capabilities of children.
Alpha frequencies are also useful for learning purposes. You can play language cassettes, subliminal tapes, etc. during an entrainment session for a maximum effect.

 

Each of-these brainwave frequencies serves an important function. The optimum level-for deep thought is in the realm of THETA. When in THETA, the senses are-withdrawn from the external world and focused on then inner one,and provide the most profound feelings-of peace.

Like sound waves, the brain has its own set of vibrations it uses to-communicate with itself and the rest of the body. EEG equipment-distinguishes these waves by measuring the speed with which neurons fire in-cycles per second.

Lead author Michael Kahana, Ph.D., says the Nature paper bridges the gap between scientists' understanding of theta's role in animals and its role in humans. "Hundreds of papers have linked theta oscillations to spatial learning in rats and other animals; our study is the first to seal the link between theta and spatial learning in humans," says Kahana, assistant professor of psychology and neuroscience at Brandeis.

Scientific Stuff

Theta rhythms are very strong in rodent hippocampi and entorhinal cortex during learning and memory retrieval, and are believed to be vital to the induction of long-term potentiation, a potential cellular mechanism of learning and memory. A putative functional role of the theta rhythm has been put forth by Dr. Michael Hasselmo in a series of papers (Hasselmo et al. 2002, Hasselmo and Eichenbaum 2005). Based on evidence from electrophysiological studies showing that both synaptic plasticity and strength of inputs to hippocampal region CA1 vary systematically with ongoing theta oscillations (Hyman et al. 2003, Brankack et al. 1993, Pavlides et al. 1988), it has been suggested that the theta rhythm functions to separate periods of encoding of current sensory stimuli and retrieval of episodic memory cued by current stimuli so as to avoid interference that would occur if encoding and retrieval were simultaneous.

COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE AND NEUROPSYCHOLOGY

Neuroreport. 14(9):1221-1224, July 1, 2003.
Egner, Tobias; Gruzelier, John H
Abstract:
Biofeedback-assisted modulation of electrocortical activity has been established to have intrinsic clinical benefits and has been shown to improve cognitive performance in healthy humans. In order to further investigate the pedagogic relevance of electroencephalograph (EEG) biofeedback (neurofeedback) for enhancing normal function, a series of investigations assessed the training's impact on an ecologically valid real-life behavioural performance measure: music performance under stressful conditions in conservatoire students. In a pilot study, single-blind expert ratings documented improvements in musical performance in a student group that received training on attention and relaxation related neurofeedback protocols, and improvements were highly correlated with learning to progressively raise theta (5-8 Hz) over alpha (8-11 Hz) band amplitudes. These findings were replicated in a second experiment where an alpha/theta training group displayed significant performance enhancement not found with other neurofeedback training protocols or in alternative interventions, including the widely applied Alexander technique.

(C) 2003 Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, Inc.

The Theta Rhythm

In a 1999 study, Thomas Budzynski, Ph.D worked with 8 struggling college students. After undergoing audio-visual brainwave stimulation, the students outperformed a control group and significantly increased their GPA. GPA for the 8 students continued to rise even after treatment was discontinued!
Psychologist Michael Joyce used brainwave entrainment with a group of 30 children. He observed improvements in reading and a half year advancement in grade level as well as substantial improvements in attention, reaction and a reduction in impulsivity and variability.
Harold Russel Ph.D. and John Carter, Ph.D., of the University of Houston, did several studies in which they used brainwave entrainment to treat ADHD and other learning disorders, testing their IQ before and after treatment. Astonishingly, after treatment the subjects showed a 5 to 7 point increases in IQ score.
Michael Tansey used a similar protocol to treat dyslexia and other learning disorders, reporting a 19 point average increase in IQ score post-treatment.
Drs. Siegfried and Susan Othmer found that neurofeedback brainwave training in the 15-18 Hz range can produce significant shifts in IQ score, particularly with people who are suffering from ADD/ADHD and other disorders. In cases where the starting IQ value is less than 100, the average IQ increase was 33 points! They also found significant improvements in memory, reading and arithmetic. In a one year follow-up, trainees showed major improvements in self-esteem, concentration and self-expression.

Super Learning

Theta has been-identified as the gateway to learning and memory.

Horse and buggy learning isn't going to cut it
on the information superhighways of the 21st Century
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You can start to remember effortlessly
You will realize your mental potential is unlimited
You can start to integrate massive amounts of information
You will start to believe"I am brilliant, I enjoy learning"
I am learning all the time
You can absorb information effortlessly
You can become more confident of your abilities
I feel intelligent, I am intelligent
You may soon realise how your mind works perfectly
You will be able to concentrate easily, stay focused
You canl have an excellent memory
Being clear and lucid is easily achieved
You can have an mind that is organized
You can expand horizons with new knowledge
You can be relaxed, alert, and aware
You can be focused, centered, and clear
You can activate your mental potential
Your life can be enriched with knowledge

Speed Learning using Mind Machines


" Imagine how your life and career would improve if you could learn faster and retain much more without constant revisions ?"

Research shows that the key to speed learning is your state of mind before,
during and immediately after your learning session.
It is when you are in a state of relaxed alertness that you will achieve the greatest
improvement in memory together with increased concentration and creativity.
When you start using your light and sound machine you will start to
Improve memory and retention of study material
Enhance understanding during learning sessions
Accelerate new language learning
Increase maths ability

If you're wide awake and alert at the moment , your brain is probably operating at 13 to 25 cycles per second - the beta level.
But that's not the best state for learning and studying. Research has shown that deeper levels of brain activity lead to speed learning. Deeper levels are reached at the alpha and theta brainwave patterns, which are characterised by feelings of calmness and a relaxed alertness.
It is in the theta states that the greatest feats of super-memory, along with heightened powers of concentration and creativity are achieved.

The gentle pulsating rhythms act in a similar fashion,-if the frequencies are computer generated, they are precise,-consistent and can be targeted to induce highly specific and desired brain-states. Just as we can tune a radio to get a particular station, with-this technology we can tune our consciousness to dial-in a wide variety of-brain states.

Using Light and Sound tools for Speed Learning

Using Light and Sound tools before you study will help lead you into the perfect state of relaxed alertness for speed learning . It will automatically produce the alpha and theta brain wave patterns that are essential for greater understanding and memory. .
You can continue using Light and Sound tools without the light-glasses during your learning session. The audio signals provided through the headphones will keep your mind at the deep levels you need for increased concentration, creativity and retention.

The AVS machine will take you into the deep theta states and make the CD/Tape your listening to hundreds of percent more effective

Just Play your CD through your Light and sound machine(AVS)


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CD of choice

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RETAIN
Knowledge
RECALL
Memory
RELEASE
Wisdom


Any Subject can be enhanced When played through a light and sound unit and the mind taken to the Deep Theta mind states Eg

 

Weight Loss
Einsteins Mind
Meditation
Sleep
Pain


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Inside/Outside
Weight Loss


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Meditation

Brain pattern studies were recently conducted by researcher Melinda Maxfield-into the (SSC) Shamanic State of Consciousness. She found that the steady-rhythmic beat of the drum struck four and one half times per second was the-key to transporting a shaman into the deepest part of his shamanic state of-consciousness. It is no coincidence that 4.5 beats, or cycles per second-corresponds to the trance like state of theta brain wave activity. In direct-correlation, we see similar effects brought on by the constant and rhythmic-drone of Tibetan Buddhist chants, which transport the monks and even other-listeners into realms of blissful meditation.

Until recently, entering extraordinary states of heightened receptivity and peak performance have been predominantly attained by a disciplined few, practicing ancient techniques such as meditation, chanting, yoga and new re-vamped versions of the mystical traditions- such as progressive relaxation, auto-suggestion, hypnosis and biofeedback. The only problem is that these techniques take long periods of practice, discipline and often a leap of faith, to produce results.

But now there is an easier pathway, a new technology that can guide us directly into those beneficial states of deep meditation and heightened receptivity - where we can leverage the powers of the mind-body connection to attain optimal mental and physical performance. This new path uses light and sound waves to carry its listeners into the higher frequencies of consciousness, where profound transformations take place.


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References
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Bland, B. H., & Oddie, S. D. (2001). Theta band oscillation and synchrony in the hippocampal formation and associated structures: the case for its role in sensorimotor integration. Behav Brain Res, 127(1-2), 119-136.

Brankack J, Stewart M, Fox SE (1993) Current source density analysis of the hippocampal theta rhythm: Associated sustained potentials and candidate synaptic generators. Brain Research 615(2):310-327.

Buzsaki G (2005) Theta rhythm of navigation: link between path integration and landmark navigation, episodic and semantic memory. Hippocampus 15(7):827-40.

Buzsaki G (2002) Theta oscillations in the hippocampus. Neuron 33(3):325-40.

Hasselmo ME, Bodelon C, Wyble BP (2002) A proposed function for hippocampal theta rhythm: Separate phases of encoding and retrieval enhance reversal of prior learning. Neural Computation, 14(4): 793-817.

Hasselmo ME, Eichenbaum H (2005) Hippocampal mechanisms for the context-dependent retrieval of episodes. Neural Networks, 18(9):1172-1190.

Hyman JM, Wyble BP, Goyal V, Rossi CA, Hasselmo ME (2003) Stimulation in hippocampal region CA1 in behaving rats yields LTP when delivered to the peak of theta and LTD when delivered to the trough. J Neurosci 23(37):11725-31.

Manseau F, Danik M, Williams S (2005) A functional glutamatergic neurone network in the medial septum and diagonal band area. J Physiol. 566(Pt 3):865-84. Epub 2005 May 26.

Pavlides C, Greenstein YJ, Grudman M, Winson J (1988) Long-term potentiation in the dentate gyrus is induced preferentially on the positive phase of theta-rhythm. Brain Res 439(1–2):383–387.

Vanderwolf, C. H. (1969). Hippocampal electrical activity and voluntary movement in the rat. Electroencephalogr Clin Neurophysiol, 26(4), 407-418.

Vertes RP (2005) Hippocampal theta rhythm: a tag for short-term memory. Hippocampus 15(7):923-35.