Brain Focus

Here is the amazingly simple and effective study protocol…
Listening to the “Neural Stimulator” before you begin studying, or at the same time you start should be of great help to you.

* Please remember to listen only once and do not loop this recording, if you want to listen more than once then make sure you leave a pause of at least 30 minutes in between.

Now while you’re listening, or right after you have listened, this is what you do…

Read the material you wish to learn/study… Do so without any effort or design to remember or otherwise learn it…

Simply read it, without pressure…

Read the material again, this time use a highlight pen to highlight the relevant parts or information you feel is important to learn/retain…

Take down your notes of the relevant information you want to learn/retain on paper and make sure the notes you take are handwritten, not typed (this is very important as the act of writing them down can actually promote the formation of memory pathways) …

Make sure that you include page and location references in your notes so you can easily find the references to your notes if you need them for clarification.

Read the notes you have taken down and make sure that they convey a clear and accurate representation of the information you want to learn/retain. This means that you have to understand them both CLEARLY and EASILY.

Now rewrite them again so that you have an even better understanding and they are even clearer and more easily understandable…

Refer to your page reference notes in order to go back to the sources of your notes so you can clarify them and make them the most easily understandable and clear to you.

Now that you have your final notes that are the most EASILY UNDERSTANDABLE AND CLEAR to you, write them down one more time.

This is the set of notes you will now use for the next 2 steps…

1. Read the now completed notes…
2. Re-read the completed notes…

Congratulations…. You’re done:) I told you it was simple, didn’t I?

Now here is an explanation that should help you to understand how and why listening to this recording can help you to learn and retain information…

Theta is the state where most children exist in (why they learn easier than adults) and are also where LTP (long-term potentiation) mostly occurs. This is important as it is needed for memory formation and thus learning. Listening to the “Neural Stimulator” while studying (it’s fine to listen without headphones if you like, and not too loud) is important because the brainwave pattern associated with this recording has been shown to increase levels of LTP (long-term potentiation) which is necessary for the actual formation of memories.

“Scientists have discovered that for memories to form, the brain must undergo a process called long-term potentiation (LTP), involving electrical and chemical changes in the neurons associated with memory. Without LTP, incoming information is not stored, but rather quickly and totally forgotten.

Neurophysiologist Dr Gary Lynch and associates at the University of California at Irvine discovered that the key to LTP is the theta brain wave pattern. “We have found the magic rhythm that makes LTP. There’s a magic rhythm, the theta rhythm.” According to Lynch, this is the natural rhythm of the hippocampus, the part of the brain essential for the formation and storage of new memories and the recall of old memories.”

The above is from… Lynch, Gary, and Michael Baudry. “The Biochemistry of Memory: A New and Specific Hypothesis.” Science 224 (1984): 1057-63.

If you need more on this, here is a scientific explanation for you…

Long-term potentiation can be defined as a long-lasting increase in synaptic effectiveness which follows from a high frequency of stimulation of afferent fibres.

Although LTP occurs throughout the nervous system, it’s focus has mainly been in the hippocampus which is involved in the formation of certain memories.

Furthermore, LTP has been found to occur in not only the mammalian brain but also in other vertebrates such as the goldfish, bullfrog, bird and lizard.

Characteristics of LTP commonly associate it with memory storage, especially in the Hebbian descriptions of memory formation. The idea behind this is consistent with what a memory mechanism should and can possess.

Donald Hebb wrote, “When an axon of cell A…excites cell B and repeatedly takes part in firing it, some growth process or metabolic change takes place in one or more cells so that A ‘s efficiency as one of the cells firing B is increased”

Thus, memory is likely to involve a strengthening of synaptic activity. Thus “Hebb’s rule closely resembles the definition of LTP in that learning is accompanied by an increase in the efficiency of communication between neurons.

Super Learning has been optimally formulated to meet the needs of the university, college and school students looking to enhance their academic success and effectively cope with a demanding study schedule.

The recordings are not “music” in the traditional sense. They contain finely honed and sculpted frequencies that have been precisely arranged in such a way as to have profound benefits when used regularly with stereo headphones.

As you may expect, this product is not a ‘quick fix’ and it may take multiple sessions for your brain to learn how to react to this form of stimulation. Some may find that takes several days to adjust and may find it harder to sleep initially or experience vivid dreams or strange feelings. This is nothing to be concerned about as it is a good sign that you’re sensitive to the entrainment process.

As with physical exercise, it is important to ‘exercise’ your mind every day. The more you use these recordings, the more positive changes you will notice. Initially, it may take at least three weeks before you start to notice significant benefits. You can listen to these tracks for as many months or years as you want, and you will continue to receive further benefits. Even if you think you are plateauing from time to time you will still be receiving benefits (again, just like exercise).

Recording Descriptions…

Track 1 – Neural Stimulator (Monaural version) (27 mins): This is the foundation track of “Super Learning” (Brain Focus) and ideally should be used every day – with an optional break one or two days a week. Listen to this once a day in the evening or at night before going to sleep (otherwise use mid-afternoon as a relaxing power nap, or it is also fine to use it first thing in the morning). It is designed with a set of frequencies to support cognitive function, memory, mental endurance and concentration.

Track 2 – Neural Stimulator (Isochronic version) (27 mins): The same as Track 1 but providing a more intense tone that has a slightly stronger cortical evoked response. Please just select whichever tone feels most comfortable for you.

Track 3 – Energize Me (27 mins): This is a great supporting track to Super Learning (Brain Focus) and can be used every day or two in the morning. Listen to this in bed or a comfortable chair when you wake up in the morning before starting out your day. It is designed with a set of frequencies to support energy, motivation and overcome any limiting thoughts you have that might de-motivate you.

Track 4 – Cognitive Enhancer (27 mins): This is a special three layer track containing unique affirmations operating on three layers in the brain that, with regular use, can help reinforce positive beliefs about your self-confidence. It is unlike any other positive reinforcement technology available and can be remarkably effective. Listen to this at least two or three times a week to receive benefits.

Track 5 – Memory Pathway (30 mins): This bonus track is ideal to use at the start of a study session or before going into an exam. It is designed to take your mind down to a specific frequency within the ‘Theta’ range that supports clarity of focus and memory retention – critical for succeeding with studies.

Track 6 – Energy Boost (14 mins): This bonus track can be used whenever you need a quick pick me up, or in place of Energize Me.

Track 7 – Pay Attention (30 mins): A further bonus track designed solely to support people with attention deficit disorders by providing the all-important ‘Sensory Motor Rhythm’ (SMR) stimulus. This ‘dual brainwave’ recording covers a precise range of frequencies within low Beta that is missing in people with attention deficit issues and alternates between a slow and faster rhythm.

Researchers have found the SMR to be effective in increasing attention span and focus on people suffering from attention deficit issues.

Listening Instructions (for all recordings):

1. Transfer the recordings to an mp3 player/Smartphone/Tablet and create a separate playlist for each.
2. Headphone policy: Please obtain and use comfortable over-ear head phones – any reasonable pair will work so long as they are stereo (you must have the left side on the left ear and right side on the right ear). Do not use active noise cancelling headphones or cheap earbuds.
3. Set the volume on your device to a comfortably loud level. Volume acts as a gas pedal for the benefits.
4. Lie back, close your eyes, relax and let your thoughts pass by.
5. Accept the sound of the tones, enjoying the relaxing time out from your day.
6. Initially, focus on your breathing and notice any physical/mental stress.

Please note that it can be equally beneficial to simply listen without direction.

Important: Please only listen to one track during a ‘listening session’ and then switch off the device. Leave at least 30 minutes or more before using any other track.

Caution: Do not use this technology while driving or operating any dangerous or potentially harmful equipment.

Suggested Listening Schedule Options

Optimal approach: Listen to Energize Me (or Energy Boost) in the morning when you wake up. If you’re short on time, simply set your alarm 30 mins earlier. You will find the rest and energy boost you get will more than makeup for the earlier waking time. Then listen to Neural Stimulator in the evening or last thing before going to bed (particularly if you find it hard to sleep). You may wish to take a day or two off per week. Listen to the Cognitive Enhancer at least three times a week.

Alternative approach: If you really struggle to make the above approach work, or find it hard to keep listening every day due to a varied and hectic lifestyle, then just listen to first thing in the morning by alternating Neural Stimulator and Energize Me each consecutive morning. Just wake up 30 mins earlier each day.

Do It Yourself Approach: Just work out whatever listening schedule works for you – whether you alternate the first two tracks each day and do so in the morning, evening or night. Just do what you can so you don’t lose momentum and lose sight of the benefits you want. Those who listen regularly get the best results.

Your Three-Week Challenge – Making Super Learning A Daily Habit

Super Learning has the potential to make a substantial difference to your academic success. Think about that for a moment and what it could do for you. However, making this a regular habit is no easy feat and where most people fall down and therefore don’t gain the benefits. Research has shown it takes at least 21 days of conscious practice to create a new habit in your life (Dr Maxwell Maltz, 1971).

You will need to make a firm commitment to listen to your preferred tracks every day as a regular habit – just like brushing your teeth, going for a walk, or watching your favorite program. Your challenge, therefore, is how you will commit to at least the next three weeks to something that will bring you so much benefit.

Key steps to ensure you help make this a daily habit include:

1. Set a goal you want to achieve – e.g. achieve a specific grade average with your studies. Think of all the benefits this goal will bring, as well as the improved cognitive function you will receive. Anchor that feeling to the use of Neuro Stimulator each day to help you achieve that goal.
2. Now plan how you are going to find time to listen to this every day. It should have as much priority as any other daily task or social event.
3. Find a way to make the listening time enjoyable and useful for you.
4. Remember: it’s less than 30 minutes of effortless use per day.
5. Most people struggling to stick with it find it works best for them to listen once a day first thing in the morning before getting up. Set your alarm earlier (and then reset it for 35 minutes later – so you do not over sleep) and you will feel better than sleeping that extra 30 minutes.
6. After a month, look back at how you might have improved (subtle ways at first or maybe something is much better). Congratulate yourself for your gains, as this is crucial to reinforce regular use.
7. If for whatever reason you stop listening for a week or month, just pick up where you left off. You may find it’s even easier to notice improvements after getting back into for the second time.

How to get the most out of our products

Other than simply listening in accordance with the instructions, the following three factors will enhance the benefits you receive:

Eat well: specifically increase intake of omega 3 fatty acids, protein, fruit and vegetables and reduce intake of refined white flour and sugary products. (always check with your health provider before changing your diet)

Exercise: stimulating your cardiovascular system every day or two will help to support the increased cognitive function and well being you will experience.

Set a goal: setting goals and clear intentions helps us to achieve more in life. Our technology will support you in whatever you want to experience.

Disclaimer: Please note that the above statements and our products have not been evaluated by the FDA or any comparable therapeutic regulation agency.

These recordings are not intended to treat or cure any illness or disease, nor should any of our subject matter be taken as medical advice. Those who are epileptic or pregnant should only use these recordings under the supervision of a licensed medical physician. By choosing to listen to our products, the listener assumes full responsibility for any adverse reactions and absolves the creator and distributor from any liability. These recordings are not suitable for anyone under eight years of age. For adolescents, please monitor usage under adult supervision.

Mini Learning System Instructions…

There are 2 recordings…

1) Development

These recordings can be listened to in place of any of our main recordings in order to help you with the specific purpose as outlined in their name.They may also be used as an extra layer of entrainment for those of you who have the time and inclination to expand your use of the recordings.

As is the case with all our recordings, they are synergistically compatible, meaning they all will work together in harmony in a way that can help you to advance and develop along with your life’s path.

2) Maintenance

This recording is designed to help you in the same way as the first recording with the exception that it is half as long and as such is ideal for those times when you do not have the time for a full session.

* Both recordings are ideal to be used with the active intention (thinking/imagining/visualizing what it is that you want either before and/or during listening).

General Listening Instructions…

Schedule times every day for you to listen. This will help your mind/body to come to expect its use and accept your listening as a “habit” that will be easier to maintain.

• Listen to the recordings where you are less likely to be interrupted by things like the telephone.
• You may lie on your back or seat yourself in a comfortable chair with head and neck support.
• Loosen any tight clothing. Remove your shoes, glasses, contact lenses etc.
• You must listen to these recordings with stereo headphones.

You should listen to these recordings at a “COMFORTABLE” volume. You don’t want to strain yourself; the idea is that the louder the sounds, the deeper the BWE may be (due to the increased stimulation to the brain). COMFORT is very important. If you listen to the recordings at too high a volume, you are working against the purpose of these recordings.

*** Under no circumstances should you drive a car or operate potentially dangerous machinery/equipment while listening to these recordings.

User Agreement:

By listening to these specially designed recordings and reading all accompanying materials/documents the user agrees that…

The user assumes all risks in using these recordings and reading the associated documents/materials, and waves the right to any claims against the creator, distributor or its affiliates for any and all mental or physical injuries. The user also agrees to assume all liabilities when allowing other persons use of these recordings.

In no case will the creator or distributor and its affiliates be liable for chance, accidental, special, direct or indirect damages resulting from use, misuse or defect of its recordings, instructions or documentation.

These statements and products have not been evaluated by the FDA.

By listening to these specially designed recordings and reading all accompanying materials/documents the user agrees that…

The user assumes all risks in using these recordings and reading the associated documents/materials, and waves the right to any claims against the creator, distributor or its affiliates for any and all mental or physical injuries. The user also agrees to assume all liabilities when allowing other persons use of these recordings. In no case will the creator or distributor and its affiliates be liable for chance, accidental, special, direct or indirect damages resulting from use, misuse or defect of its recordings, instructions or documentation. These statements and products have not been evaluated by the FDA. Please note that these recordings and their associated documents/materials are not intended to treat or cure any disease, nor should any of the subject matter presented be taken as medical advice. You should always confer with a medical or nutritional professional before undertaking any changes in diet or physical activity. Those who are epileptic should not use these recordings. However rare, there is a risk of seizure associated with individuals who are predisposed to epileptic seizures. Such individuals should not use this series of audio recordings except of course, under the direction and supervision of a licensed medical physician.

Cautions: If you are…

• prone to epileptic type events
• pregnant
• wearing a pacemaker
• prone to seizures
• under the influence of medication or drugs then you agree not to listen to these recordings without first consulting a physician.

We do not recommend using these recordings while under the influence of alcohol or other mind-altering substances.Sometimes this form of stimulation can bring repressed or otherwise undealt with memories into consciousness, as a result, it is always a good idea to have someone readily available to “talk to”, if the need should arise.