Clear Mind Meditation Techniques

Using Binaural beats to achieve meditative states.

The 'frequency-following response' effect has been used to achieve brainwave synchronization for a period of several centuries.

Binaural beats are an effective tool in accelerating the process of reaching meditative states. The 'frequency-following response' effect allows these specialized sounds to create optimal states for meditation. These audio tools will allow you to reach states of relaxation which previously would have taken years of meditation practice to achieve.

The usefulness of this effect has led to the creation of many helpful products which allow you to safely and effectively reach altered states of consciousness. Along with Binaural beats, Isochronic tones and Monaural beats, have also proven to elicit the 'frequency-following response' effect.

The 'frequency-following response' effect has been used to achieve brainwave synchronization for a period of several centuries. Cultures as physically distant as the Monks in Tibet to the Aborigines of Australia, have used a variety of instruments to produce music capable of inducing multiple harmonic resonances.

So what does all of this mean?

To state it clearly, Binaural beats, Isochronic tones, and Monaural beats have been shown to induce selected brainwave states in the listener. Using advanced audio technology we have determined the precise audio stimulation needed to reach deeply relaxed meditative states, or concentrated states of mental alertness. The technology to induce these states has increased in popularity over the last decade or so. Due to this overwhelming demand, numerous programs have been developed to help users gain the benefit of these altered states of consciousness. I will outline which brainwave frequencies are conducive to the different states you may be trying to achieve, and show you which audio program will help you reach it.

How does this audio induce meditative states?

Meditative states are achieved in the mind due to the 'frequency-following response' effect. When an external stimulus with the desired frequency is heard, the corresponding brain-state is induced in the listener. Binaural beats work slightly different than Isochronic tones, or Monaural beats. Headphones are only required for Binaural beats. This is because the frequency created with Binaural beats is actually due to a small variation in tone from the left ear, to the right. The mind then attempts to compensate for the minor difference. This causes the 'frequency-following response' effect to induce brainwave synchronization, or entrainment.

Outlined in the table below are the different brainwave frequencies which we normally experience. Binaural Beat technology can help you reach whichever state you are trying to achieve. Review the table below to determine the frequencies associated with the type of mental activity you would like to experience.

Brainwave frequencies:

Frequency Range	Brainwaves	Associated mental activities
> 40 Hz	Gamma Waves	Higher mental activity, including perception, problem solving, fear, and consciousness - Very focused mental state similar to that of a high performing athlete
13 - 40 Hz	Beta Waves	Active, busy or anxious thinking and active concentration, arousal, cognition - You are most likely in this state while working or planning
7 - 13 Hz	Alpha Waves	Relaxation (while awake), pre-sleep and pre-wake drowsiness - When you are engaged in pleasant relaxing activites you will be in this state. Daydreaming, walking leisurely and breathing exercises are some examples
4 - 7 Hz	Theta waves	Dreams, deep meditation, REM sleep - You may reach this state while engaged in deep insight meditation or lucid dreaming
< 4 Hz	Delta Waves	Deep dreamless sleep, loss of body awareness - With practice, advanced meditators will experience this state

Now that we know which brainwaves are associated with particular mental activities, it will be easier to determine the proper audio tools to reach desired states. Please keep in mind that these audios should not replace your regular meditation practice. While they are quite helpful, it's good to consider them as a supplement to assist in reaching particular states. Your mind must first be tranquil; only then will it be able to follow the rhythms that the audio guides you towards.

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