Alpha

Benefits of stimulating the brain with alpha brainwaves:

• Higher levels of creativity
• Relaxed body and mind
• Peak-performance
• Improved ability to problem-solve
• Balanced mood (emotional stability)
• Lowered levels of stress and anxiety
• Flow state of consciousness
• “Super learning” ability
• Boosted immune system
• Positive thinking
• Increased levels of “serotonin”
• Deep self-introspection

What are Alpha Brainwaves?

Alpha brainwaves characterize a state of being awake but deeply relaxed and not processing any information. The brain almost immediately starts producing a lot of Alpha upon eyes closed relaxation. This is the mental state you are in early in the morning or while daydreaming. This state enhances the vividness of visualization techniques, and also makes the mind more receptive to suggestion.
 
Alpha brainwaves are considered relaxed brainwave activity. Alpha brainwaves are brainwaves that cycle within the range of 8 – 12 Hz. Alpha brainwaves kick in when our mind and body are completely relaxed and free of stress.

Alpha is generally thought of as the normal brainwave that is dominant in people who are relaxed, creative, and have a clear mind. Alpha is considered the “normal” brainwave pattern and is dominant when people close their eyes. Children tend to have much higher levels of alpha brainwaves than adults. Alpha brainwaves are considered the healthiest brainwave range and 10 Hz has widely been accepted as the “safest” brainwave frequency to train.