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brainwave states

your brainwave state constantly changes throughout the day depending on what you're doing, thinking, and feeling. Your brain doesn’t stay in just one wave state it shifts between them based on your level of focus, relaxation, sleep, or stress.

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How to Know Which Brainwave State You're In

While you’d need an EEG machine to measure your brainwaves accurately, you can estimate your state based on your mental and physical condition.

Levels

Levels

Brainwave

When You’re In This State

Gamma

30-100Hz

High-level thinking, problem-solving, deep insights, “Eureka” moments, peak creativity

Beta

14-30Hz

Normal waking consciousness, focused work, logical thinking, sometimes anxiety or stress

Alpha

8-14Hz

Relaxation, daydreaming, creativity, meditative states, “flow” state

Theta

4-8Hz

Deep relaxation, visualization, meditation, light sleep, subconscious mind access

Delta

0.5-4Hz

Deep sleep, healing, unconscious state

There are no rows in this table

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How Brainwaves Change Throughout the Day

Your brainwaves shift naturally depending on:

Morning: You might wake up in Theta or Alpha, transitioning into Beta as you start thinking actively. Focused Work: Your brain shifts into Beta or even Gamma when highly engaged. Relaxing: Watching TV, listening to music, or meditating lowers you into Alpha or Theta. Falling Asleep: Your brain slows from Beta → Alpha → Theta → Delta as you drift into deep sleep.

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Can You Control Your Brainwave State?

Yes!!! You can train your brain to shift into different states:

To enter Alpha (relaxation & focus) → Breathe deeply, listen to calming music, meditate.

To activate Theta (creativity & subconscious work) → Use guided visualization, hypnosis, or deep meditation.

To get into Gamma (peak performance thinking) → Challenge yourself with complex problems, learn new skills, or enter deep focus.

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How to Tell What State You're In Right Now?

Ask yourself:

Am I thinking fast and focused? → Beta/Gamma

Am I relaxed but aware? → Alpha

Am I daydreaming or sleepy? → Theta

Am I in deep sleep? → Delta

Your mind cycles between these naturally, but you can train yourself to enter the ideal state for what you need.

Brainwave entrainment—

using sound frequencies (like Alpha, Theta, or Gamma beats) to influence your mental state can help, but it’s not a magic bullet. Here’s what’s real, what’s overhyped, and what actually works:

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Do Binaural Beats & Frequencies Work?

They do work but only if used correctly. Your brain naturally syncs with external rhythms (this is called the Frequency Following Response). They help shift brain states faster, but they don’t instantly make you smarter or ultra-productive overnight.

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Brainwave Frequencies for Surpassing 99% of People

Since frequencies can manipulate water, and your brain is mostly water, using the right frequencies can tune your brain into the perfect state just like tuning a musical instrument.

All levels

All levels

Brainwave

Hz Range

Purpose

How to Use It

Gamma

30-100Hz

Genius-level thinking, problem-solving, insights

Listen while studying, solving problems

Beta

14-30Hz

Peak focus, productivity, logical thinking

Listen during deep work sessions

Alpha

8-14Hz

Creativity, calm focus, stress relief

Use for meditation, brainstorming

Theta

4-8Hz

Deep learning, subconscious reprogramming

Listen before sleep or during hypnosis

Delta

0.5-4Hz

Healing, deep sleep, recovery

Use overnight for better sleep

There are no rows in this table

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Pro Tip: Theta waves (4-8 Hz) during sleep can help with subconscious learning, habit formation, and deep creativity.

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watching Frequency beats 8-Hour YouTube Videos while sleeping?

They can help, but not all are legit many just add fake sounds over white noise. Use high-quality ones (e.g., channels like Brain.fm, iAwake, or Hemi-Sync) that use proper binaural beats and isochronic tones. You don’t have to listen for 8 hours—even 20-40 minutes daily can make a difference.

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Better Methods to Hack Your Brain & Surpass Anyone

actually works (and is used by top performers, billionaires, and peak achievers):

Neuroplasticity Training (Upgrade Your Brain)

Read Difficult Books → Forces new neural connections.

Learn New Skills Fast → Coding, music, languages (harder = better).

Memory Techniques → Use spaced repetition + visualization for superlearning.

Deep Work & Flow State

Work in 90-Minute Deep Focus Blocks (no distractions).

Use Alpha or Beta Brainwave Music (no lyrics, just frequencies).

Eliminate Dopamine Drainers (social media, junk food, Netflix binges).

Supercharge Your Sleep

Use Delta Waves for Deep Sleep (improves memory, recovery).

Avoid Blue Light Before Bed (boosts melatonin).

Practice Lucid Dreaming → Solve problems while sleeping.

Biohacking & Supplements

Nootropics (e.g., L-Theanine + Caffeine, Lion’s Mane, Alpha-GPC).

Cold Showers & Breathwork (boosts brain oxygen & resilience).

Fasting + Ketosis (keeps your brain in high-performance mode).

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Do Frequency Beats Work?

Yes, but they work best when combined with real brain training & lifestyle upgrades.

Use them as a tool, not a crutch.

Experiment try listening to Theta waves before sleep, Beta during work, and Gamma for deep thinking.

- Adith

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