
WaveRider Operating Manual
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Copyright 1997-2004 Jonathan Purcell
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THE SIGNIFICANCE OF BRAINWAVES AND CONSCIOUSNESS
What is observed as consciousness is the interaction of many complex biological systems.
These systems can be viewed from a variety of vantage points. There are biochemical,
anatomical, psychological, and electrophysiological explanations of the workings of the
mind.
Brainwave states are another perspective on the mind, albeit an imperfect one. They reflect a
small portion of the activity of the brain, and only on a very gross level. The events observed
as brainwaves are epi-phenomena of more fundamental processes. They contain though,
important information about one’s mental state. Brainwave rhythms reflect primarily the
working of the thalamus and limbic system. Brainwave states correlate with mental states of
concentration, relaxed attentiveness, and deep relaxation.
By observing sensations while producing specific brainwave states, one can learn to produce
those states more effectively. By consistently practicing the production of specific brainwave
states while observing one’s state of mind, one can develop the ability to consciously produce
specific mental states in real life situations. Stress, relaxation, concentration, free association
of thought, and the ability to stay ‘connected’ with another person, can be modified by the
conscious production of specific brainwave states.
Our will alone can change our state of mind.
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