Beta waves (15 to 40 Hz): This is the brain rhythm in the normal state of wakefulness, associated with thinking, conscious problem-solving, and attention toward the outer world. You are most likely in a “beta state” while reading this right now. Alpha waves (9 to 14 Hz): When you are truly relaxed, your brain waves slow from the hyper-alertness of beta waves to the gentle waves of alpha. The “alpha state” is where meditation begins, and it’s a brain wave frequency that heightens your imagination, visualization, memory, learning, and concentration. This is the gateway to the subconscious mind
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