Brain Waves and States of Consciousness [What You Need to Know]

The 4 Building Blocks of Consciousness
There are 4 basic brain wave frequencies and each correlates with a specific state of consciousness. Like sound frequencies, brain waves are measured in Hz, or cycles per second. In general, the slower the frequency of your brain waves, the more relaxed you feel.

Beta Waves: 13-30 Hz
Alpha Waves: 8-13 Hz
Theta Waves: 4-8 Hz
Delta Waves: up to 4 Hz

Beyond the Basic Brain Waves
Gamma Waves: 25-100 Hz
Mu Waves: 8-13 Hz

Meditation, neurofeedback, hypnosis, and guided imagery have all been shown to help people control their brain waves more efficiently for better health, higher performance, and a more positive experience of life.