Feeling stressed and unable to focus may seem like an inevitable part of everyday life. But even during your most tension-filled days, you may be able to soothe your mind by increasing your brain’s alpha wave production.
Brain waves are electrical impulses, broken into 5 basic types. Classified as alpha, beta, delta, gamma or theta, each brain wave frequency is associated with a different level of awareness.
Theta waves are produced when you’re dozing. When you’re in a sound sleep, your brain is producing mostly delta waves.
Beta waves happen when you’re wide awake and excited (including feeling stressed).
When you’re wide awake and relaxed, you’re probably producing more alpha brain waves. This calm, alert state is associated with better focus. Alpha waves help you stay in the moment (also referred to as “in the zone”). It’s a sought-after state of consciousness in this overstressed world.
How to Increase Alpha Brain Waves
Did you know that you can help your brain naturally produce more alpha waves? Some people use meditation or a long run to encourage more alpha wave activity. Biofeedback and breathing exercises can see success for some people. But you may not always have time to stop what you’re doing to meditate or go for a run.
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