{"id":78446,"date":"2021-08-10T10:25:53","date_gmt":"2021-08-10T14:25:53","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/stateofthenation.co\/?p=78446"},"modified":"2021-08-10T10:25:53","modified_gmt":"2021-08-10T14:25:53","slug":"now-we-see-why-the-first-covid-variant-to-go-global-was-delta","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stateofthenation.co\/?p=78446","title":{"rendered":"Now we see why the first Covid variant to go global was “DELTA”.<\/b>"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Your 5 Brainwaves: Delta, Theta, Alpha, Beta and Gamma<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Something we hear quite often within the Lucid team is the expression, \u201cI\u2019ve just had a brainwave!\u201d. Well the truth is that your brain actually has 5 brainwaves, each one a distinct electrical pattern which operates even when you\u2019re fast asleep. For years, doctors and scientists have studied these brain waves using an EEG or electroencephalograph, a complex device which tracks the neuro activity known as brainwaves over 5 different channels. Lately, these devices have been simplified into consumer devices by our friends at Emotiv.\u00a0Read more about the Emotiv hardware here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

In all of us, you\u2019ll find the following 5 brainwaves: Gamma, Beta, Alpha, Theta, Delta. Each brainwave has a distinct purpose and helps us behave, think, move and process. Although they channel automatically, it\u2019s our own ability to modulate between them that determines how well we cope with pressure, rational and irrational thoughts, task management and more. If our physiology, diet or environment causes an overproduction or underproduction of a certain brainwave, it can alter the balance of our bodies and induce many negative effects such as insomnia, anger, stress, learning difficulties or anxiety. This is why it\u2019s important to optimise our brains for a better wave balance, rather than aim to increase or decrease a particular one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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With that in mind, be reassured that every brain wave serves a purpose to help us cope with various situations, whether it\u2019s to amp you up before a game or match, or calm yourself down after a long day at the office.<\/p>\n

In order of lowest frequency to higher, the five brain waves are:\u00a0Delta<\/b>,\u00a0Theta<\/b>,\u00a0Alpha<\/b>,\u00a0Beta\u00a0<\/b>and\u00a0Gamma<\/b>.<\/p>\n

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Getting to Know the 5 Frequencies<\/h2>\n

Throughout the day your brain will utilise certain waves to process certain situations. For example, if you\u2019re in a meeting with a business partner, chances are you\u2019re exhibiting higher levels of Beta and Gamma waves. If you\u2019re fast asleep and mid-REM cycle, you\u2019ll be exhibiting higher levels of Delta and Theta waves. It\u2019s important to know that your brain never ceases to use a certain brain wave, in fact research shows that even during the deepest of memory-storing REM sleep, the brain demonstrates Gamma wave use. This is a particularly interesting field of neuro-research at present.<\/p>\n

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Delta Waves<\/h3>\n

Delta waves are associated with deep levels of relaxation and restorative sleep, to remember this simply think of \u2018Delta\u2019 for \u2018Deep\u2019. They are the slowest recorded brain waves in humans and higher levels are more commonly found in young children. During the aging process, lower Delta waves are produced. Research tells us that Delta waves are attributed to many of our unconscious bodily functions such as regulating the cardiovascular and the digestive systems. Healthy levels of Delta waves can contribute to a more restful sleep, allowing us to wake up refreshed, however irregular delta wave activity has been linked to learning difficulties or issues maintaining awareness.<\/p>\n

Frequency range<\/b>: 0 Hz to 4 Hz
\nHigh levels<\/b>: Brain injuries, learning problems, inability to think, severe ADHD
\nLow levels<\/b>: Inability to rejuvenate body, inability to revitalize the brain, poor sleep
\nOptimal range<\/b>: Healthy immune system, \u00a0restorative REM sleep<\/p>\n

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Theta Waves<\/h3>\n

Theta waves known as the \u2018suggestible waves\u2019, because of their prevalence when one is in a trance or hypnotic state. In this state, a brain\u2019s Theta waves are optimal and the patient is more susceptible to hypnosis and associated therapy. The reasoning for this is that Theta waves are commonly \u00a0found when you daydream or are asleep, thus exhibiting a more relaxed, open mindstate. Theta waves are also linked to us experiencing and feeling deep and raw emotions, therefore too much theta activity may make people prone to bouts of depression. Theta does however has its benefits of helping improve our creativity, wholeness and intuition, making us feel more natural. It is also involved in restorative sleep and as long as theta isn\u2019t produced in excess during our waking hours, it is a very helpful brainwave range.<\/p>\n

Frequency range<\/b>: 4 Hz to 8 Hz
\nHigh levels<\/b>: ADHD or hyperactivity, depressive states, impulsive activity or inattentiveness
\nLow levels<\/b>: Anxiety symptoms, poor emotional awareness, higher stress levels
\nOptimal range<\/b>: Maximum creativity, deep emotional connection with oneself and others, greater intuition, relaxation<\/p>\n

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Alpha Waves<\/h3>\n

Alpha waves are the \u2018frequency bridge\u2019 between our conscious thinking (Beta) and subconscious (Theta) mind. They are known to help calm you down and promote feelings of deeper relaxation and content. \u00a0Beta waves play an active role in network coordination and communication and do not occur until three years of age in humans. In a state of stress, a phenomenon called \u2018Alpha blocking\u2019 can occur which involves excessive Beta activity and little Alpha activity. In this scenario, the Beta waves restrict the production of alpha because we because our body is reacting positively to the increased Beta activity, usually in a state of heightened cognitive arousal.<\/p>\n

Frequency range<\/b>: 8 Hz to 12 Hz
\nHigh levels<\/b>: Too much daydreaming, over-relaxed state or an inability to focus
\n<\/b>Low levels<\/b>: OCD, anxiety symptoms, higher stress levels
\nOptimal range<\/b>: Ideal relaxation<\/p>\n

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Beta Waves<\/h3>\n

Beta waves are the high frequency waves most commonly found in awake humans. They are channeled during conscious states such as cognitive reasoning, calculation, reading, speaking or thinking. Higher levels of Beta waves are found to channel a stimulating, arousing effect, which explains how the brain will limit the amount of Alpha waves if heightened Beta activity occurs. However, if you experience too much Beta activity, this may lead to stress and anxiety. This leads you feeling \u00a0overwhelmed and stressed during strenuous periods of work or school. Beta waves increased by drinking common stimulants such as caffeine or L-Theanine, or by consuming Nootropics or\u00a0cognitive enhancers<\/a>\u00a0such as\u00a0Lucid<\/a>. Think of Beta as the \u2018get shit done\u2019 state of mind.<\/p>\n

Frequency range<\/b>: 12 Hz to 40 Hz
\nHigh levels<\/b>: Anxiety, inability to feel relaxed, high adrenaline levels, stress
\nLow levels<\/b>: Depression, poor cognitive ability, lack of attention
\nOptimal range<\/b>: Consistent focus, strong memory recall, high problem solving ability<\/p>\n

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Gamma Waves<\/h3>\n

Gamma waves are a more recent discovery in the field of neuroscience, thus the understanding of how they function is constantly evolving. To date, it\u2019s known that Gamma waves are involved in processing more complex tasks in addition to healthy cognitive function. Gamma waves are found to be important for learning, memory and processing and they are used as a binding tool for our senses to process new information. In people with mental disabilities, much lower levels of Gamma activity is recorded. More recently, people have found a strong link between meditation and Gamma waves, a link attributed to the heightened state of being or \u2018completeness\u2019 experienced when in a meditative state.<\/p>\n

Frequency range<\/b>: 40 Hz to 100 Hz
\nHigh levels<\/b>: Anxiety, stress
\nLow levels<\/b>: Depression, ADHD, learning issues
\nOptimal range<\/b>: Information processing, cognition, learning, binding of senses<\/p>\n

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