User’s Guide
& Reference
Mind’sEye
Mental Fitness System
TM
Mind’sEye
Mental Fitness System
User’s Guide
& Reference
TM
Mind’sEye User’s Guide and Reference
Disclaimer
Mind’sEye is not a medical device and should not be construed as a substitute for proper medical care. Mind’sEye is a tool for personal growth. As such, no medical effects of any sort are
claimed to result from its use. References to “alpha”, “beta”, “theta”, and “delta” refer to the
pulse rates of the lights and sounds and do not constitute a claim of brainwave entrainment.
The opinions expressed in this guide are those of the authors,not Theta Technologies.
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SECTION 1: Introduction to Light & Sound
1 The Mind’sEye from Theta Technologies
2 Mind State Management: Software of the Mind by Frank Young, Ph.D.
8 Achieving Peak Performance States
by Rayma Ditson-Sommer, Ph.D. and Larry Minikes
13 Selected references
SECTION 2: Operating the Mind’sEye
16 Setting up the Mind’sEye
17 Connecting the LiteFrames and headphones
18 Running the 50 Pre-Set Sessions
19 Quick Start Instructions
20 Detailed Operating Instructions for the 50 Pre-Set Sessions
22 Sound Options
23 Color Pulse
24 Pause control
24 Using External Audio with Internal Sessions
25 DownLoad Sessions
Getting the most out of Mind’sEye
27 Care and maintenance
28 The benets of light and sound
28 Tips for the rst time user
28 Troubleshooting
29 Questions & Answers
Table of
Contents
SECTION 3: Session Descriptions
Relax Sessions
31 Total Tune-Up Deborah DeBerry RELAX A-1
32 Quick Break Rayma Ditson-Sommer, Ph.D. RELAX A-2
32 Clearing Your Mind Frank Young, Ph.D. RELAX A-3
32 Total Relaxation Frank Young, Ph.D. RELAX A-4
32 Blissful Relax Frank Young, Ph.D. RELAX A-5
32 Power Nap Tom Kenyon RELAX B-1
33 Serenity Rayma Ditson-Sommer, Ph.D. RELAX B-2
33 Relaxed Thought Ron Isaacks RELAX B-3
33 Musical Ecstasy Randy Adamadama RELAX B-4
33 Mind Tune-Up Randy Adamadama RELAX B-5
Explore Sessions
34 Inside Out Dr. Jeffrey Thompson EXPLORE A-1
34 Inner Exploration I Randy Adamadama EXPLORE A-2
34 Inspire and Expand Terry Patten & Julian Isaacs EXPLORE A-3
35 Hypnagogia Andrzej Slawinski EXPLORE A-4
35 Cosmic Octave Andrzej Slawinski EXPLORE A-5
35 Deep Descent Bill Harris EXPLORE B-1
35 Galactica Dr. Jeffrey Thompson EXPLORE B-2
35 Synchronize Dr. Jeffrey Thompson EXPLORE B-3
36 Meditation Randy Adamadama EXPLORE B-4
36 Flow James Mann EXPLORE B-5
Learn Sessions
37 Reconnect Rayma Ditson-Sommer, Ph.D. LEARN A-1
37 Re-mind Frank Young, Ph.D LEARN A-2
38 Creativity Frank Young, Ph.D LEARN A-3
38 Mentacize Frank Young, Ph.D LEARN A-4
38 Lucidity Frank Young, Ph.D. LEARN A-5
39 Mind Power I Win Wenger LEARN B-1
39 Mind Power II Win Wenger LEARN B-2
39 In Sync Rayma Ditson-Sommer, Ph.D. LEARN B-3
39 Schumann Resonance Rayma Ditson-Sommer, Ph.D. LEARN B-4
39 Learning State Rayma Ditson-Sommer, Ph.D. LEARN B-5
Change Sessions
40 Balance Tom Kenyon CHANGE A-1
40 Deep Theta Tom Kenyon CHANGE A-2
40 Progressive Deep Relaxation Frank Young, Ph.D. CHANGE A-3
40 Theta I Frank Young, Ph.D. CHANGE A-4
40 Alternity Frank Young, Ph.D. CHANGE A-5
41 Innervision Paul Scheele CHANGE B-1
41 Dreamtime Deborah DeBerry CHANGE B-2
41 Journeys Don Paris & Ilona Selke CHANGE B-3
41 Deep Design Thomas H. Budzynski, Ph.D. CHANGE B-4
41 Deep Inside Thomas H. Budzynski, Ph.D. CHANGE B-5
Energize Sessions
42 Rejuvenator Thomas H. Budzynski, Ph.D. ENERGIZE A-1
42 Fourth of July Richard Daab ENERGIZE A-2
42 U.F.Oria Richard Daab ENERGIZE A-3
42 Inner Exploration II Randy Adamadama ENERGIZE A-4
43 Peak Performance Thomas H. Budzynski, Ph.D. ENERGIZE A-5
43 Sports Tune-Up Frank Young, Ph.D. ENERGIZE B-1
43 Super-Tuned Knowing Ron Isaacks ENERGIZE B-2
43 Flow Ron Isaacks ENERGIZE B-3
45 Maximize James Mann ENERGIZE B-4
44 Power Up Terry Patten & Julian Isaacs ENERGIZE B-5
SECTION 4: Author Biographies
45–52 Author biographies
1
Mind’sEye
from Theta Technologies
Congratulations! You have just purchased the most advanced and most versatile
mental tness system available! Mind’sEye is a state-of-the-art, portable mind machine;
a safe, drug-free way of guiding yourself into deep relaxation and other benecial
mental states—the optimal tool for mind exploration. It not only has capabilities
that exceed virtually all light and sound systems currently available, but it has powerful expansion options as well. As you begin to explore light and sound, you will
inevitably want to experiment with more sessions. The Mind’sEye will let you do it. It
can go with you and grow with you as you learn about optimal mental capability and
performance.
How to use this guide
This user’s guide is intended to help you get the maximum benefit from your Mind’s
Eye. As you look through the guide, you’ll see that it’s far more than just an operations manual; it also offers you valuable information about how to get maximum
benefit from light and sound stimulation.
Section 1, Introduction to Light & Sound offers several articles that give you a
thorough background in the history and science of neurotechnology and the practice
of “mind state management.” It is not required that you study these articles in order
to use the Mind’sEye; however, they do offer valuable insight into the potentials of
working with light and sound.
Introduction to
Light & Sound
SECTION
1
2 Introduction
Section 2, Operating Mind’sEye explains how to use each type of programming
option. For convenient reference each one is presented in its own section:
• 50 Pre-set Sessions
• DownLoad Sessions
• Using External Audio with Internal Sessions.
Section 2 also provides important information about the care and use of your Mind’s
Eye, tips for the first time user, and a special Question & Answer section.
Section 3, Session Descriptions lists Mind’sEye’s 50 pre-set sessions, conveniently grouped according to category—Relax, Explore, Learn, Change, and Energize. Each
session tells you which program keys you need to enter to select the program, plus a
brief description of the session.
Section 4, Author Biographies lists biographical information on the session authors and a list of selected references.
Many of you will be anxious to try out your new Mind’sEye right away. You can begin immediately by referring to the Quick Start Instructions on page 19. They
serve as a handy reference outline for the basic steps to running a pre-set session. Be
sure to take some time later, though, and fully read the operation section carefully!
Although operation is very simple once you’ve done it a few times, there is important
information you will need to know in order to take advantage of all the programming options Mind’sEye has to offer.
Mind State Management:
the Software of the Mind
by Frank Young, Ph.D.
People who learn to control inner experience will be able to determine the
quality of their lives, which is as close as any of us can come to being happy.
(Csikszentmihalyi, 1990, p. 2)
In his book, Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience, one of the foremost authors
on the phenomena of peak experiences, Csikszentmihalyi, outlines the state of unity
between subject and object, the observer and the observed, a total blend of process
and outcome. This state of complete focus can also be described as the result of a
learned skill or habit. Mind State Management (MSM), the skill of matching activation state and mental focus to the task at hand, is now available to virtually anyone
who is willing to learn it. Once the cherished domain of a few yogis and supreme
meditators, this ability can now be learned through the recent advances in the eld
of neurotechnology.
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Describing the consciousness continuum
Mind State Management involves many specic skills and strategies for effecting
pos itive changes to human consciousness. Consciousness, the subjective state of
awareness of one’s mind state, can be viewed as a continuum from hyperactivation
to virtual coma. While this description does not take into account the physiology of
the brain, its does provide a useful framework upon which to map the general states
of arousal which are associated to processing certain types of information and performing certain kinds of tasks. It is an oversimplication to describe all parts of the
brain as if they resonate uniformly to one vibration; the brain is far more complex
than that. Nor is it accurate to describe left brain functions only as primarily linear
and logical, and right brain functions only as intuitive, unconscious, and spatial.
The metaphor of a continuum, though, allows us a convenient way to understand
the fairly consistent patterns of brain functioning common to most people.
The brain operates like a computer which is not surprising since computers were
designed to emulate brain functions in the rst place. There are input devices (data
from our senses), coding systems (categorizations and cognitive appraisals of our
perceptions based on previous experiences) and a central processing unit. There is
also a power source (motivation) that pre-selects certain information for processing
and ignores data considered irrelevant. There are also output devices in which data
is categorized (cross-referenced in both the conscious and unconscious long-term
memory systems). If the encoding is sloppy or the data has relatively low importance to functioning, it tends to be lost (forgotten). It is eventually overwritten or
erased by subsequent information (new experiences).
While most of the information is stored, it is almost virtually unretrievable unless
properly tagged to a retrieval path. For example, with no external cueing, try to remember who you had lunch with three Tuesdays ago. For most people this is not an
easy assignment, yet the memory is there.
Imagine the distress of taking an examination and temporarily blocking the correct
answers due to the stress of having to produce on demand. Imagine the difculty in
trying to fall asleep when your sleep cycle has been disrupted by jet lag. Or trying to
read a chapter of a textbook when you are tired. Each of these activities require certain levels of brain state activation in order to be carried out effectively. The importance of this principle is far from insignicant. Disruptions to brain functioning can
affect cognition, emotion, attitude and ultimately behavior. What is needed then is
the ability to access the state that is optimal to the task at hand.
What are brainwaves? Essentially, our brain is a neurochemical information
processor that gives off electrical signals as electrochemical circuits close and open
a million each second. If this is so, why can’t we detect these signals? Primarily
because our skulls are too thick and the signals too weak for them to resonate outside our heads. With the exception of perhaps the most clairvoyant and telepathic
among us, brainwave patterns are impossible to detect without the aid of a special
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amplier called an electroencephalograph or EEG, which detects and records the
changes in the voltage emanating from the brain. These electrical patterns tend to
be similar in their general rhythm or rate of pulsation, and can be placed along the
consciousness continuum.
The rst pattern is described as beta waves, of short amplitude and very rapid pulsations of 30-14 cycles per second (Hertz or Hz). This pattern is optimal for intense
mental activities such as calculations, linear logical analyses, and other highly structured functions.
The second pattern is described as alpha waves, characterized by a slightly larger
amplitude of 13-9 Hz. This pattern typically occurs in daydreaming, relaxed awareness, guided or focused imagery and smoothly rhythmic athletic activity. There is
often a euphoric, effortless feeling of “ow” as the doer is absorbed in activity, and
subject and object are felt to be united.
The third pattern is described as theta waves, pulsations that are more ragged and
irregular, in the 8-4 Hz range. While this range is rather small, a difference of 1 or 2
Hz in this zone is very noticeable, as it is proportionately much larger than it would
be in the beta or alpha range. This pattern is associated with deep unconscious imagery, and thus creativity, as the person drops into a state of drowsiness and near-sleep.
The last main pattern is that of delta waves, pulsations that range between 3–1 Hz.
In this range of profound relaxation, images and dreams have largely subsided, as
the person slides into a state of slow wave restorative sleep. Meditators who remain
aware during this state of near unconsciousness report tranquility and peace.
In this next section the intent is not merely to present a history of neurotechnology
(the eld of mind-machine interface), for others have done a more thorough job
of documenting that history (Hutchison, 1986, 1990, 1992; Budzynski, 1991). My
intent is to put mind state management in a context that allows you to see the rich
human tradition from which it springs, and the way these independent sources form
interdependent streams of consciousness. You can get a sense of the expansive direction in which this energy can ow, not only in your own development, but in the
development of all human consciousness.
Mind State Management in an historical context
Meditation and Prayer: Throughout history, in virtually every culture and
religion, there has been a tradition of some kind of meditation or chanting prayer.
Prayer is typically used to focus and calm the mind or invoke the blessing of a deity.
Usually the prayer takes about 15-20 minutes. It may involve the repetition of a
simple phrase or series of actions and rhythmic sounds—jumping, swaying, dancing or chanting. The participant continues repeating the action or mantra long past
the point of boredom, until a higher state or spiritual awareness occurs. If distracting thoughts occur, the participant is told not to resist them; let them pass through
the mind and exit by themselves, allowing the mind to return to the mantra. These
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rituals have been successful in invoking a relaxation response, but only to dedicated
devotees who practiced religiously. The required discipline often had to be maintained externally through social constraints against leaving the place of meditation
or the practice of prayer. The reason for such control was obvious. The tasks were
inherently boring and ineffective unless practiced diligently, so the sessions needed
to be practiced often enough for the benet to be realized.
Nevertheless, over the centuries and across cultures, a general principle of the mindbody unity seems to operate:
• Stimulate the mind-body with rapid movement and loud sounds.
• Soothe and settle the mind-body with slower and quieter movement and
sound.
• Transport the mind-body to altered states of consciousness through very slow
pulsing of movement and sound.
The principles of mind state management are similar:
• Repeated rhythmic stimulation reduces the distraction imposed by the external
world.
• Attention gradually and consistently turns to internal experiences.
If slower rhythms are better for inducing deeper states of consciousness, then it
would seem that the ultimate meditation would be to cultivate total stillness and
quietness—a slowing of all movement in a total focus of concentration. In fact,
many forms of yogic meditation attempt to do just this. However, they ourish in
cultures where patience, acceptance and the concept of “no-thing-ness” are taught
from an early age. The effort required to focus the wandering and impatient mind
is unbearably demanding and tedious to the undisciplined Western mind. Some
would argue that this lack of patience and discipline is the very attitude that the
practice of meditation is designed to overcome, the antidote to Western thinking.
However, such an argument is actually a taunting tautology, describing a condition
that prevents its own remedy. After we watch the dog chasing its own tail, we know
he is merely playing with his dilemma. Not so with meditation. For whatever reason, most people in our Western culture will not meditate in a consistent way long
enough to thoroughly learn the skills of MSM.
Hypnosis: The advent of formal hypnosis in the past two centuries provided a new
and perhaps more readily acquired method of learning MSM. In hypnosis, a state
of focus is generated by the use of language, with words, phrases, and ideas using
the contradictions provided in the language itself. Words can twist and reect upon
themselves, leaving the listener confused and detached.
Hypnosis as a path to MSM was limited by two popular perceptions:
• Hypnotic suggestibility was thought to be an inherent, almost xed, capacity
rather than a learned skill which some people acquire more easily than others.
• Hypnosis was thought of as a weird state in which the hypnotist somehow took
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control of a subject with a weak or suggestible mind.
As a result of these misconceptions, hypnosis held a relatively narrow path for learning MSM skills. Nevertheless, a dedicated person can usually learn hypnosis and ultimately self-hypnosis with the help of an instructor, or from books and tapes. However, for this individual the results are often hit-or-miss. Practice is abandoned before
the MSM skills are properly learned and integrated.
Mind alteration: North American consciousness explorers in the 60s began experimenting with the mind-altering properties of hallucinogenic drugs. These did indeed
alter the user’s state of consciousness, but in largely uncontrolled, and sometimes
dangerous ways. What’s more, many of these drugs were not only illegal, but toxic,
which required the body to metabolize the substance before returning to a normal
state of consciousness. What people really wanted was a quick, effective, natural process for mind-state alteration.
Meanwhile, some researchers were experimenting with sensory deprivation. In oat
tanks, one oated in large, dark, quiet tanks of water at body temperature. The buoyancy provided by a high level of Epsom salt allowed the user to oat effortlessly. All
sensory input—sight, sound, smell, taste, kinesthetic feeling—was denied. This was
effective in inducing relaxation, euphoria, accelerated learning, and various mind
state phenomena (Hutchison, 1984, The Book of Floating); however, the tanks were
cumbersome and not very practical.
Ritual practices: The 1970s brought an increasing awareness of the value rituals
practiced by other cultures might offer to our secular consumer-oriented society. Besides Eastern religions and philosophies, there was a growing appreciation for North
American aboriginal people and the reverence they held for nature. This resonated
with the dawn of the ecology movement. The idea of using natural rituals somehow
seemed to make more sense. The idea of social and mind altering ceremonies—bathing in the warmth and icker of relight, chanting, drumming and dancing—invoked a curiosity and earned a place in the North American cultural mosaic.
Mind machines: Another signicant trend arose from the neuroscience experimentation of W. Gray Walter and his colleagues in a series of studies on the effects
of photic stimulation. The addition of sound patterns to augment photic stimulation
led to the proliferation of mind machines, most of which were still expensive and
cumbersome. By the early 1980s, however, advances in computerization, miniaturization, and microchip technology allowed for the mass manufacture of light and sound
machines (research reviewed in Hutchison, 1986, 1990-92; Budzynski, 1991, and
other sources). Not long after, researchers and neurotechnology engineers closed the
gap in mind state management by developing portable, inexpensive light and sound
machines (LSMs). At last, those who wished to learn how to gain mastery over their
mind states now had an appropriate technology:
• It would generate noticeable results almost from the outset of training (instant
gratication and demonstration of effect).
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• It was essentially passive in nature, requiring no active direction from the user.
• It was relatively inexpensive and portable.
• It was a safe, natural, and drug-free alternative.
• It could be used in private and be programmed to meet the user’s needs.
• It could be adapted for use in social or group contexts.
LSMs were being promoted as the ultimate replacement for therapists, counsellors,
and stress management consultants. They were destined to become a panacea for virtually all modern difculties. People on both the West and East coasts began to ock
to “Brain Gyms” for a mental health break.
But the fad died as quickly as it ourished. What happened? Overexcitement likely
created unrealistic expectations. Consumers thought that all they had to do was turn
on the devices and everything in their stressful lives would be resolved. This notion
is as realistic as thinking you will become a great writer as soon as you purchase a
typewriter. Another barrier was lack of portability. Mental tness centers required the
consumer to leave their home or work environment to gain access to the technology,
instead of the technology coming to the consumer. Those who ran the centers, while
technically adept and effective marketers, often did not have the psychological expertise to adapt the LSM technology to specic and complex needs of the user. Consumers had hardware, but without adequate guidance as to how to use it.
What was needed was the “software of the mind” to translate LSM potential into
reality. A leading publication in the eld of neurotechnology called for the need to
develop a support system of training, instructional tools and programs—a guided
hands-on approach to help the user go beyond a few novelty sessions (Hutchison,
Megabrain Report, 1992). The real secret lay in enticing the participant to stay with
the training long enough for a benecial effect to be realized. What is often required
is gentle encouragement, enthusiasm, and a set of focusing instructions that are easy
to follow. Rather than having a few programs meant to meet everyone’s needs, it
made sense to develop customized programs for specialized purposes. And nally,
since guided imagery used to meet those needs can be enhanced with LSMs, then
why not offer audiotapes? The listener could absorb the process of change in an
effortless manner, allowing the ideas to be absorbed in more receptive states. The
resources of a pool of professionals experienced with using and customizing the skills
of mind state management was needed, experts who could design and program sessions, and produce the audiotape to accompany the sessions.
In 1992, Theta Technologies began the process of developing a product that would
offer all these advantages. The result is the Mind’sEye, with the collected knowledge
of 17 specialists in the eld of neurotechnology. Many of the session authors are
ex perienced psychotherapists, neurolinguistic programmers, hypnotherapists, and
researchers with direct experience using LSMs in their practice over the past ve to
ten years. They feature complex light and sound combinations, binaural beats, overlapping sounds, and other special audio-effects.
8 Peak Performance
Achieving Peak
Performance States
with Light/Sound Technology
By Rayma Ditson-Sommer, Ph.D. and Larry Minikes
In today’s fast-paced world people are hard pressed to make the commitment to long
term self improvement programs, despite the considerable benets that a focused,
clear mind confers. Fortunately, light and sound technology can accelerate any such
program if you are willing to invest the modest amount of time required to sit undisturbed for a half-hour per day at least three to four times per week.
The common problems people face in beginning a self improvement program include:
• Finding a credible trainer or an appropriate program.
• Finding and making the time to practice.
• Finding the proper space to practice in.
• Learning associated techniques to assist in reaching deeply relaxed states.
• Most important of all, staying with the program—discipline.
You have made a big step towards your commitment to improve your experience
of the world by purchasing the Mind’sEye and taking the time to learn how to best
make use of it. This technology will help you begin and maintain an effective meditation or deep relaxation program which will, over time, bring you many benets.
The benets of light/sound technology
• Relaxation. Achieve states of calmness in a shorter period of time than is possible with many traditional methods. The Mind’sEye can add an effective new
element to traditional meditation and other types of stress reduction programs.
• Safe, effective, non habit forming and drug-free assistance in falling asleep.
• Creativity. Use the complex, shifting visual images you see during a session as
stimulus to your creative imagination and unlock the doors to creative breakthroughs.
• Visualization and development of new goals. These can include psychological
goals such as increasing motivation levels, and physical goals such as increased
concentration and other performance necessary for sports achievement.
• Accelerated learning. The Mind’sEye will help gradually shift your mind to the
state where you are most receptive to new information.
A good analogy is that using our system is like riding a bicycle to get from one point
to another. The machine does not do all the work for you, like an automobile. Both
technologies assist you by making more efcient use of the way your mind and body
naturally function. This is not doing something to you, as drugs do; it is doing some-
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thing with you. This is an important distinction.
This technology is very powerful and should be used in an earnest and responsible
manner. You should take care not to rely on this too heavily and develop a false and
unnecessary dependency. With regular use, you will nd that a natural process is
taking place. Over time, you can become so procient at the skill of reaching deeper
states that you will be able to reach them with minimum effort nearly any time you
wish to, with or without the machine.
Some users will experience immediate positive effects when using light/sound technology while others nd that it takes time for subtle, yet deeply effective results to
be produced. We cannot overemphasize that the key lies in developing a program of
regular use.
Ideally, you will make the time in your day for one (or even two) 30 minute sessions.
If this is impossible, a fteen or twenty minute session every day or several times a
week will be more effective for you than occasional, irregular sessions.
Think of this as an integral part of a personal mental tness program; that is, in the
same way you might view a physical tness program. There are many similarities, but
the major difference is that there is, in fact, gain without pain. You may nd yourself
hitting plateaus where nothing seems to be happening for you, where you nd it difcult to allow yourself to stay with it, or where you are just bored. This is OK. Work
through these times and recognize them for what they are—plateaus on your road to
progress.
You now own a piece of powerful hardware. Software in the form of tapes, books and
additional courses will properly complement your personal program. We strongly
recommend that you work with many of the resources that are readily available. It
is helpful to have some background in meditation or stress reduction programs. This
will go much further in helping you accelerate your progress and stay on course.
The beauty of this technology is that it is very exible; you can tailor a program that
suits your specic needs best. There are few hard and fast rules to obey. Again, it is all
about commitment and consistency.
Hints for enjoying and beneting from
light/sound technology
If possible, make a time every day for your meditation/relaxation break. A good time
is rst thing in the morning. If you are on a tight schedule then get up a little earlier
than usual. You will nd the slight decrease in sleep will be more than counterbalanced by the benets of daily practice. It is important that you practice undisturbed
by telephones, family, co-workers, or other unnecessary outside input.
It is best to wait at least one hour after eating so your digestive system won’t draw
energy away from the experience of relaxation.
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Find a comfortable position to sit in; it can be in almost any chair. You can sit in a
traditional meditation pose with legs crossed on the oor or pillow if you wish, or
you can practice in a reclining position. The only problem with a reclining position
is that you are more likely to fall into a light sleep state.
It is OK to fall asleep. The worst that will occur if this happens is that you may feel
a bit drowsy at the conclusion of the session. With practice you will nd yourself
becoming skilled at holding your concentration between wakefulness and sleep. This
is where you will nd that calm, focused awareness traditional meditation programs
talk about. This is the reverie state where hypnagogic imagery ows through you.
Allow it to ow and just observe. There will be plenty of time to analyze your experience after you are nished with the session.
Set the volume low enough just to be comfortably heard as you will nd a heightened sensitivity to sound as you go deeper into your session. Set the light intensity at
a level that is comfortable to you. Higher brightness levels are desirable, but comfort,
focus and concentration are the most important factors.
Adjust the internal tone to a level that is most relaxing for you. If there are music
or learning tapes you would like to use, by all means use them with your Mind’sEye
or you may bypass the internal sound, enjoying the lights with the external sound
only. It is what you nd most comforting that is important.
One goal you should try during a session is to uncritically observe your inner voice
or the incessant “mind chatter” we all listen to during our waking hours. Rise above
it; allow this chatter to drift by. As you attain deeper and deeper states you will nd a
lessening of this self talk. You will even nd this inner voice subtly diminished when
you are in a normal waking state. This is good as it makes for better communication
between the left and the right hemispheres of the brain, allowing you to better integrate your life experience with less stress and confusion.
Become informed. Learn more about the myriad of Western and Eastern techniques
designed to reduce unproductive stress, release tension, increase focus, concentration, and expand awareness. The underlying principles are quite simple. Take the
time and energy to understand and experience the benets available to you.
Proceed one step at a time; develop a comfortable routine for several weeks and then
compare your experience to how you felt when you began. A suggested routine for
your rst week follows. Enjoy and have fun; you deserve it!
Your rst week with light/sound technology
Unless you are already an experienced meditator we suggest that you begin your
experience into light and sound here. We know you probably have the urge to try
many of the programs. It’s a little like being at the hors d’oeuvres table. Start this
week right by developing a solid base for yourself.
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Day 1
Spend at least one 30 minute period in a relaxed position of your choice. It can
be sitting or lying down, as you prefer. Give yourself a minute to adjust and get
comfortable. Start with a 25 or 35 minute Relax session. Take slow, deep breaths and
allow your exhalation to be approximately twice as long as your inhalation. Breathe
from your diaphragm and not your chest. You can tell you are doing this correctly by
putting your hand on your stomach; it should be going in and out with each breath.
Notice your feelings, the colors you see, your thoughts and sensations, and allow
them to ow through you uncritically. You might try keeping a log at the end of each
session that you can refer back to. This is one way to chart your progress over a given
time in an objective manner.
Day 2
Again, spend at least one 30 minute period using the same session. You can also try
a second session if time permits, such as one of the Learning sessions. Keep up your
breathing exercises—notice and focus on each breath. Visualize yourself relaxed,
refreshed and more able to cope with daily pressures and petty annoyances. Record
your thoughts in your daily log.
Day 3
Again, use the Relax session. Add a 15 minute Energize session if at all possible. Take
the time to record your experience. You are learning a new way to relax and you will
notice yourself feeling better with more energy to complete your day.
Day 4
You are now starting to develop a routine. If this is not happening for you because of
an uneven schedule or other reasons, look at what you can do to make this an important and meaningful part of your day. Continue using the Relax session and add
another session later in the day to your program. Start taking the time to visualize
changes in your life where you feel you need them. Work on small, positive changes
at rst; there is no need to overwhelm yourself by trying to tackle unrealistic goals.
Day 5
Continue with at least one 25-35 minute program of your choice. Notice your
breathing patterns in between sessions especially during stressful parts of your day;
you may suddenly realize that you are a bit out of touch with your body. Focus on
becoming relaxed even when you would normally be under duress. Imagine for a few
moments during your workday that you are deeply immersed in a session. What do
you notice?
12 Peak Performance
Day 6
By this time you should have a good pattern in place; this is important—stay with it.
Notice your muscle tension during your session. Try tensing and releasing different
muscle groups and focus on your breathing. Notice how you feel at the end of this
session. Compare your thoughts, sensations, feelings to your rst couple of days. Pay
careful attention to the differences you are beginning to feel.
Day 7
Are you beginning to feel eager for your next session? Are you practicing the simple
but effective breathing techniques, not just during a session but during different
parts of your day?
You see, the secret is that you are now on the path towards greater relaxation in
your life. You will nd yourself more relaxed in many different situations even when
you are not actively involved in one of your sessions. The quality of your life can
and will improve in as little as a few days. Imagine how good you will feel and how
much better your experience of the world will be after several months or years of
regular practice.
Now stick with it. Start to experiment with other sessions of varying lengths. There
is no one session that is perfect for everyone. You may nd you enjoy a Learn session in place of a Relax session. When you do pick one, stick with it to the end of
the session. As you become more attuned to your body and your daily rhythms you
will discover what works best for your individual needs.
Going further
Of course, this is only a sketch of a mental tness program. A variety of excellent
sources are available and a few are listed on the next page. Please contact our ofce
to obtain further information about our products and software releases.
Theta Technologies
P.O. Box 130, Fall City, WA 98024
www.thetatechnologies.com | info@thetatechnologies.com
Phone: (425) 222-6962 Fax: (425) 222-7413
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Selected references
Budzynski, T. H. (1991). The Science of Light and Sound. Fall City, WA: ThetaTech Publications.
Cade, C. M. & Coxhead, N. (1979) The Awakened Mind: Biofeedback and the Develop-
ment of Higher States of Consciousness. New York: Delacorte Press.
Csikszentmihalyi, M. (1990). Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience. New York:
Harper & Row.
Glicksohn, J. (1986). Photic Driving and Altered States of Consciousness: An Exploratory
Study. Imagination, Cognition and Personality, 6, 167-182.
Hutchison, M. (1986). Megabrain: New Tools and Techniques for Brain Growth and Mind
Expansion. New York: Ballantine Books.
Hutchison, M. (1990). A Short History of Light/Sound Technology. Megabrain Report. 1.
Summary available from Megabrain Report, or ThetaTech Publications, Fall City WA.
Hutchison, M. (1992). Beyond Entertainment: How to Use Mind Machines for Peak Perfor-
mance and Self-Transformation. Megabrain Report. 1. pp. 2-28.
Hutchison, M. (1993). Megabrain Power: How to Use Mind Machines and Smart Drugs to
Change Your Life. New York: Hyperion Press.
Mavromatis, A. Hypnagogia: The Unique State of Consciousness Between Wakefulness and
Sleep. New York: Routledge & Kegan Paul, 1987.
Miller, E. E. (1987). Software for the Mind: How to Program Your Mind for Optimum
Health and Performance. Berkeley, CA: Celestial Arts.
Ritterman, M. (1983). Using Hypnosis in Family Therapy. San Francisco: Jossey-Bass
Walter, W. G. (1957). The Living Brain. London: Gerald Duckworth & Co. Ltd.
Wise, A. (1992). Brainwave Patterns and the Mind Mirror. First Annual Neurotechnol-
ogy Forum. Synetic Systems, Seattle WA.
Wise, A. (1996). The High Performance Mind. Jeremy P. Tarcher/Putnam.
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Operating
Mind’s Eye
SECTION
2
WARNING: Light and sound devices such as the Mind’sEye have proven to be entirely
safe. However, people with the rare condition known as photosensitive epilepsy should
not be exposed to ickering light except under medical supervision. Likewise, individuals who are uncomfortable with bright light, those with heart conditions, or those who
feel at all uncomfortable with the light/sound experience should consult their physi-
cian prior to regular use, as should users who have experienced seizures of any sort.
This section tells you everything you need to know about operating the Mind’sEye
and taking advantage of all its features. If you’re anxious to get started, you can jump
ahead to Quick Start Instructions on page 19, but be sure to come back later and read
this section carefully, as it provides a lot of information that will help you make the
most of your Mind’sEye. For easy reference, each type of program option is explained
in detail in its own section:
• Running the 50 Pre-Set Sessions
• Using External Audio with Internal Sessions
• DownLoad Sessions
This is followed by Getting the Most Out of Your Mind’sEye.
• Care and maintenance
• The benets of light and sound
• Tips for the rst time user
• Troubleshooting
• Questions & Answers
16 Operation/Set Up
Setting up the Mind’sEye
The Mind’sEye outt
Your Mind’sEye system should include the following items:
1. Control Unit
2. LiteFrames (special glasses)
3. Headphones
4. Stereo adaptor cable
5. Battery charging adaptor
Battery charging
The unit comes with its own internal rechargeable batteries which, if charged prop-
erly, will give you 7,000 hours of operation.
The batteries are fully charged when you rst receive your system. During regular use
the LED indicator on the left will light green to indicate a proper charge.
Low battery indicator: When the batteries require recharging, the left led
indicator will blink red several times (lo bat) when you rst turn on the unit. The
Mind’sEye then turns off.
NOTE: If the Mind’sEye runs low during a session, it will begin to act erratically, in
which case you will not see the red ashing LED.
To recharge the Mind’sEye: Connect the battery charger to the jack in back of
the unit (Figure 2, opposite page), and let it charge 12 to 15 hours. Only use the
charger with standard household outlets (120 volts A.C., 60 Hz.) A full charge should
give you a minimum of seven hours of play, or about eight to 12 sessions.
Using the battery charger as a power adaptor: You may also use the charging
adaptor as a power adaptor. This is particularly convenient when you want to run a
session, but receive a lot bat warning. You need to give the batteries at least 15 –30
minutes of charge in order for this to work. (You may hear a slight hum in your
headphones when running the unit from the charging adaptor.)
NOTE: Do not charge the unit more than the suggested 12 to 15 hours.
Continual over-charging will lessen battery life. Make a habit of recharging the Mind’sEye only when lo bat is indicated or after about seven
hours of use.
Liteframes and Headphones 17
Connecting the LiteFrames and headphones
Plug the LiteFrames and headphones into their respective jacks in the front of the
control unit. (Figure 1, below). You can attach virtually any headphones to the au-
dio output; however, do not attach glasses designed for other light/sound machines
to the Mind’sEye as they could damage the unit.
SOUND LIGHTS
Figure 1. Front of the Mind’sEye
Figure 2. Back of the Mind’sEye
Battery charger input
Headphones LiteFrames
Audio input
18 Pre-Set Sessions
Running the 50 Pre-Set Sessions
Each one of the pre-set sessions stored within the Mind’sEye has been assigned a
particular bank, program category, and program number. This in formation is listed
with each session description in Section 3.
If you are just starting out with the Mind’sEye, you might consider trying two sessions which give a particularly good “tour” of the range of frequencies—Randy
Adamadama’s Inner Exploration I (page 34) and Frank Young’s Re-Mind (page 37).
Selecting a session
How the information is listed
To select a session, you enter three pieces of information about the program:
1. The program bank
2. The program category (relax, explore, learn, change or energize)
3. The program number
The Session Descriptions list this information together for easy reference, like so:
learn A-2
learn refers to the program category. This is followed by a letter (A or B) corre-
sponding to the bank, while the number (1, 2, 3, 4 or 5) corresponds to one of the
number keys along the bottom row of the keyboard.
For example, if you wanted to play Frank Young’s Creativity, you would select:
bank a - learn - number key 3
Quick Start Instructions
for running the 50 pre-set sessions
Mind’sEye’s is programmed to receive your selection information in a certain order,
so be sure to follow the steps in the order given.
All you have to do is turn the unit on, select a session by pressing the bank, pro-
gram, and number keys, select sound options (if you wish), and press start. That’s
all there is to it! With the press of a few keys, you’ll be on your way.
Quick Start Instructions 19
Quick Start Instructions
ON
OFF
START
STOP
LO BAT
A
B
SOUND PITCH BINAURAL CPULSE
A / B / DLS
OPTIONS
PROG.
NO.
12 435
RELAX EXPLORE LEARN CHANGE ENERGIZE
PROGRAM
COL PLS
DL SES
4
Select program
number
A session is assigned a
pro -gram NUMBER: 1,
2, 3, 4 or 5. Simply press
the appro priate key.
5
Select sound options
You may modify the session’s pre-set
sound with the sound option keys. To
hear the sound change as you modify,
listen through your headphones.
Sound: Step through the four different
sounds by pressing and holding down
this key. Release the key when you hear
the sound you want.
Pitch: Alternately pressing and holding
the key increases/decreases the pitch
of the selected sound. You can make a
change to the pitch without making a
sound change.
Binaural: Pressing and holding the
key alternately increases/decreases the
pitch difference between the two ears
to create a variable binaural beat.
3
Select program
category
Press the key that
corresponds to the
category your session is in.
6
Press Start
Adjust the
volume and
brightness to
a comfortable
level.
1
Press the on button.
The left LED lights
green and stays lit.
2
Select Bank
The Mind’sEye automatically selects bank a each time the
unit is turned on. If the desired session is in bank b, press
the a/b/DLS key once. The left LED blinks on and off and
then turns amber. Pressing the a/b/DLS key a second time
moves you into DownLoaD SeSSion bank (right LED
glows amber) if there are sessions stored in that bank;
otherwise, the a/b/DLS key only toggles between bank a
and bank b.
Remember
to keep your
eyes closed
during the
session.
20 Detailed Operating Instructions
Detailed Operating Instructions
for the 50 pre-set sessions
Refer to the Quick Start Instructions (previous page) as you read this section; it
will give you a visual overview of the steps that are covered in greater detail here.
The Mind’sEye has been designed to be as easy to use as possible; however, be sure to
follow the steps in the order given. This will avoid any confusion and help you learn
the steps more quickly.
1 Turn on the Mind’sEye
Press the on key. The LED directly below the on key will light green and stay lit
until you make the next entry. (If the light ashes red you need to recharge the batteries.)
The Mind’sEye also features automatic power-off to conserve battery life. When
you are selecting a session the Mind’sEye will automatically turn off if an entry is not
made within five minutes. If this happens simply begin again.
2 Select the bank
There are 10 sessions within each of the ve program categories. Five are stored in
bank a, and the other five are stored in bank b. To select a desired session, you must
be in the correct bank:
Move between banks with the a/b/dls key. This key acts as a three-way toggle
between the Mind’sEye’s memory banks—bank a, bank b, and download session
bank (DLS). download session bank is indicated when the right LED glows amber.
To select bank a. When the Mind’sEye is first turned on, bank a is automatically
selected. If your pro gram is a bank a program, you don’t have to change banks. The
Mind’sEye also returns to bank a whenever a session has been completed.
To select bank b. If your session is in bank b, press the a/b/dls key once to switch
to bank b. The left led will blink and then turn amber to confirm that bank b has
been selected.
To select the download session bank. Press the a/b/dls key a second time.
This places you in the download session bank. If no sessions are stored there, you
will see the left LED ash and hear a beeping in the headphones. Press the a/b/dls
key again to toggle back to bank a.
Pre-Set Operation 21
3 Select the program key
Press the key that corresponds to the category your session is in — relax, explore,
learn, change or energize. The left led will blink to indicate that the selection has
been made.
4 Select the program number
Press the appropriate program number key on the bottom row of the keyboard. (The
first key on the left is number 1, the second key number 2 and so on.) The left led
will blink again.
NOTE: In actuality, it doesn’t matter whether you enter the program number first or
the program first. To avoid confusion, though, we recommend that you make it a
habit of selecting your sessions in the same order we follow in this guide:
bank-program-number
If you make an error or change your mind while making the program
selection, simply turn the unit off and start again.
5 Sound options
NOTE: Select sound options after selecting bank, program, and number.
You do not have to select sound “options”. Each session will generate a sound and
run properly even if you don’t adjust these options. If you don’t want to modify the
sound, simply skip to step 6, and press start.
You can modify the sound in three ways:
1. Sound
2. Pitch
3. Binaural
Selecting a sound
There are four different sounds available in the Mind’sEye. Every session automatically begins with one of these sounds; however, you can switch to any one of the
others, adjust the pitch, or add a binaural beat. You have maximum flexibility for
fine-tuning your experience.
Listen through your headphones when making your sound selections.
To begin, press and release the sound key. The sound you hear is the session’s “preset” sound, which will automatically play if no other sound is selected. To sample the
other sounds, press and hold the sound key. This will cycle through the sound as
many times as you wish, playing each one for about two seconds. When you hear the
sound you want, simply release the key.
22 Sound Options
NOTE: The first sound you hear when you press the sound key is the pre-set sound
assigned to the session you’ve selected, and is not necessarily Sound 1. It may be sound
#2, #3 or #4. The four sounds are described below; however, the best way to become
familiar with them is to step through them and get to know them by ear.
To preview the pre-set sound for the selected session:
Press and release the sound key before pressing start.
• Sound 1 - A “pure” tone, described as such because of its singular sine wave, is
used in relaxation sessions and for binaural generation.
• Sound 2 - A pleasant chord, singular, also relaxing, but with a higher tone and
a more “upbeat” feeling.
• Sound 3 - A pure “square” wave, resembling the sound of a reed instrument.
• Sound 4 - A “complex” chord.
• Sound 5 - blank - This fth position provides a blank sound (no sound) and
is used when you don’t want to hear the sound of an internal session. You can
detect the blank sound as a noticeable pause in between sounds #4 and #1.
To change the pitch. The pitch alternately increases and decreases each time you
press and hold this key. You can control the pitch of each sound to create a very
broad range of unique tones. Generally, lower pitches are associated with relax type
programs, while higher pitches are associated with energizing. The pitch can be controlled independent of the sound. In other words, you do not have to make a change
to the sound in order to make a pitch change.
To add binaural. When the frequency of the tones you hear in each ear is differ-
ent, a “beat” is created that is the difference between the two. Pressing and holding
this key alternately increases/decreases this frequency differential between the two
ears to create a variable binaural beat. This variation, resembling a slow warble is subtle, but noticeable. The effect is known to improve a session’s effectiveness. Though
a number of sessions use binaural in the pre-set sound, you can add it to any of the
sessions that use one of the other sounds. You can adjust its effect to suit your taste,
increasing or decreasing the beat frequency.
6 Press Start
Put the LiteFrames and headphones on. Adjust the volume and brightness to your
liking. Remember to keep your eyes closed during the session.
CAUTION: You should always keep the volume of the headphones at a safe level.
Like any audio device, excessive volume over a period of time can damage your hearing. There is no danger in running the LiteFrames at maximum brightness, however.
Brighter lights can improve a session’s effectiveness, but don’t make them bright for
this reason alone if it feels uncomfortable. Volume and brightness should always be
set to the level that feels most comfortable to you.
Color Pulse 23
Additional Features
Color Pulse
Color pulse allows the LiteFrames to be controlled by an external sound source, like a
music tape or CD. The light pulses can ash to the rhythm of your favorite classical,
rock or jazz music.
Color pulse can be used in two ways:
1. Alone, in which case Color Pulse does not provide controlled frequency patterns as
does a pre-set session; its benets are primarily for entertainment.
2. In conjunction with an internal session.
Using Color pulse alone
1 Connect the Mind’sEye to the audio
source.
The audio source can be any cassette
player, CD, or radio. Connect one
end of the stereo adaptor cable to the
audio input in the back of the unit
and the other end to the headphone
output of your audio source.
2 Turn on the Mind’sEye
Press the on key. The left led will
light green.
3 Press the cpulse key
The right led will light red.
4 Press play on the audio source
It is not necessary to press the start
key on the Mind’sEye. When cpulse
is selected, the right LED will glow
red.
You may stop the program by either
pressing stop from your audio source
or turning off the Mind’sEye.
TIP: For best results set the brightness
control on the Mind’sEye about halfway to three-quarters. You can fine
tune the effects of Color Pulse with
the volume control of the external
audio device.
Using Color pulse with
an internal session
1 Connect the Mind’sEye to the audio
source.
The audio source can be any cassette
player, CD, or radio. Connect one
end of the stereo adaptor cable to the
audio input in the back of the unit
and the other end to the headphone
output of your audio source.
2 Turn on the Mind’sEye
Press the on key. The left led will light
green.
3 Select session
4 Press the cpulse key
The right led will light red.
5 Press start on the Mind’sEye
4 Press play on the audio source
You may stop the program by either
pressing stop from your audio source
or turning off the Mind’sEye.
24 Pause/External Audio
Pause control
To pause a session: Press the fifth program number key during play (the
far right key on the bottom row). When you select pause you will hear a low tone in
the headphones. To deselect, press the “5” key again, and this time you will hear a
higher tone. Pause is assigned to this key so that you may readily nd it at the edge
of the keyboard while wearing the LiteFrames.
Note that pause does not make the lights and sound stop, like the pause function on a
stereo. The lights and sound will continue to pulse, but hold their frequency until
you deselect.
Using External Audio
with Internal Sessions
The Mind’sEye allows you to listen to an external recording (through a tape or CD)
with one of the internal programs, whether it be one of the 50 pre-set sessions or one
of the DownLoad sessions. This is one of Mind’sEye’s most powerful options, allow-
ing you to “mix and match” or combine the benefits of light and sound stimulation
with your particular interests and areas of growth. For example, you can transform
the experience of your favorite music or reinforce personal development, learning, or
guided imagery programs with the effects of light and sound.
1 Connect the Mind’sEye to an external audio source
Use the stereo adaptor cable that came with your Mind’sEye. Connect one end to the
audio input in the back of the unit, and the other end to the headphone output of
your cassette or CD player. (See Figure 2 on page 17. )
2 Turn on the Mind’sEye
3 Select the bank
4 Select the program
5 Press PLAY on the audio source
6 Press start on the Mind’sEye
7 Adjust the volume
The Mind’sEye and the external audio device have separate volume controls. Thus,
by making adjustments to both volume controls you can “mix” the relative volume
on the two devices to any degree of subtlety you wish.
TIP: Most people prefer to keep the internal sounds at a lower level relative to the
external audio, so that it can work in the background as a subtle reinforcement.
TIP: If you don’t want to hear the internal sound at all you can simply turn down
the volume on the Mind’sEye OR choose the blank sound option. (See page 22.)
Download sessions 25
DownLoad Sessions
In addition to the 50 preset programs, your Mind’sEye contains 25 additional programs that are stored in the Download Session bank. A complete list is shown on the
next page.
Playing a DLS session
1 Turn on the Mind’sEye
2 Enter the DownLoad Session bank
Press the a/b key two times to access the DownLoad Session bank. This key serves as a
three-way toggle between the Mind’sEye’s memory banks—BANK A, BANK B, and the
DOWNLOAD SESSION BANK. The right LED will glow amber and stay lit when you
enter the DownLoad Session bank.
3 Select a program
Select a program from the list below by entering the corresponding Program category
and number.
4 Press START to play
26 Download sessions
Download Bank Sessions
No. Length Title Access Key
1 20 Sleep Time One Relax 1
2 10 Sleep Time Two Relax 2
3 30 Theta One Relax 3
4 15 Theta Two Relax 4
5 30 Hemitone One Relax 5
6 15 Hemitone Two Explore 1
7 40 Deep Relax One Explore 2
8 20 Deep Relax Two Explore 3
9 10 Cat Nap Explore 4
10 25 Visions One Explore 5
11 12 Visions Two Learn 1
12 30 Relax One Learn 2
13 15 Relax Two Learn 3
14 30 Hemitone Three Learn 4
15 15 Hemitone Four Learn 5
16 30 Inner Focus One Change 1
17 15 Inner Focus Two Change 2
18 60 Mind Magic One Change 3
19 30 Mind Magic Two Change 4
20 15 Sports Change 5
21 15 Energize Energize 1
22 30 Mind Magic Three Energize 2
23 15 Mind Magic Four Energize 3
24 45 Mind Magic Five Energize 4
25 22 Mind Magic Six Energize 5
Care and Maintenance 27
Getting the Most Out of Mind’sEye
Care and maintenance
The Mind’sEye was designed to provide years of trouble-free use with proper care.
Please observe the following suggestions to help maximize the life of your unit.
1. Do not wrap the LiteFrames cable around the glasses, as this can eventually break the wire. Do not pull on the plugs while they are plugged into
the Mind’sEye.
2. Do not leave the Mind’sEye continually charging. Continual overcharging
will lessen battery life. (See Battery charging, page 16.)
3. If you clean the control panel, use a mild soap on a slightly damp cloth.
Do not use alcohol or other solvents.
4. You can attach virtually any headphones to the audio output. However,
do not attach glasses designed for other light/sound machines to the
Mind’sEye as this could damage the unit.
The benets of light and sound
There are many useful and beneficial applications for your Mind’s Eye system:
1. Assistance in reaching states of deep relaxation quickly. For example, use
your Mind’sEye while unwinding after a day’s work, to refresh yourself prior to meetings and during your lunch break.
2. Creative visualization. Use the complex, shifting visual images you see during
a session as stimulus to your creative imagination. Bursts of creative insight also can
occur spontaneously while in the theta state; use the Mind’sEye as an aid to brainstorming.
3. Accelerated learning. Deep relaxation is an integral part of the famous Superlearning technique, and the theta state is necessary for twilight learning (sleep learning) to take place. You can use the Mind’sEye in combination with cassette lessons in
foreign language instruction, guided imagery, and a very large range of other cassette
programs.
4. Visualizing and developing new goals. These can include psychological
goals, such as increasing motivational levels, and physical goals, such as increasing
concentration and the other performance factors necessary for sports achievement.
28 Troubleshooting
Tips for the rst time user
1. Start with program sessions in the 20–30 minute range, increasing or decreasing
length as needed.
2. Keep the lights fairly dim when you first start a session, particularly when you begin using the machine. Increase the brightness gradually, always staying at a comfortable level. However, brighter settings are generally most effective.
3. Use the system at least three times a week, and preferably daily for at least the rst
few weeks, for best results. It’s okay to use shorter programs—the key is regular use.
4. You can use the light or sound by themselves as well as together. Try sitting back
and listening to a binaural beat alone. Or use the lights alone and a tape or CD of
your choice played through a Walkman or other player.
Troubleshooting
Here’s a list of the most likely problems you may encounter, and suggested solutions.
If these do not work, contact our office for further assistance.
If you do need to return your system to us for warranty repair work, you
must call or write for a returned merchandise authorization number
(RMA#).
Headphones and/or glasses do not work, or only work on one side
• Check LiteFrame connection to base unit.
• Are the LiteFrames plugged into the wrong jack?
• Have you pressed the start key?
• If you have headphones that have their own volume control, make sure the vol-
ume is turned up.
Odd sound, static, or unusual humming in the headphones
• Are the headphones plugged into the wrong jack?
• The batteries on the audio source may be low.
• Check headphone (and patch cord) connection.
• The headphone plug may need to be cleaned. There is an invisible residue that
sometimes builds up, which can easily be removed by wiping the plug with a
mild abrasive, such as very ne emery cloth.
Session stops unexpectedly
• Batteries have run down.
• You have inadvertently pressed the stop key.
Q & A 29
Questions and Answers
How often can I use the Mind’sEye?
We suggest that the Mind’sEye be used at least three times per week. It can be used
on a daily basis. It provides completely natural forms of stimulation. Multiple sessions per day can cause increased drowsiness in some users. However, there is no
danger of overuse.
Does it work for everyone?
No. Anyone can deliberately resist the soothing effects of pulsed light and sound if
they choose to do so. Individuals with excessive “mind chatter” and those with especially rigid mental processes may initially find the Mind’sEye less effective. Using the
system for only a few minutes will also generally prove ineffective.
Are there people who should not use it?
Yes. Individuals with the very rare condition known as photosensitive epilepsy
should not be exposed to ickering light except under medical supervision. Likewise,
we suggest that individuals who are uncomfortable with bright light, those with
heart conditions, or those who feel at all uncomfortable with the light/sound experience, should consult their physician prior to regular use, as should users who have
ever experienced seizures of any sort.
Are there advantages to altering the sound options—sound, pitch and
binaural—or is it simply a matter of preference?
Which sound you use is mostly a matter of preference. Pitch often corresponds to
the type of session you are using. Higher pitches tend to be more energizing, while
lower pitches tends to be more relaxing. Binaural has proven to be an effective type
of sound effect for altering consciousness.
Sometimes I fall asleep during a session. If it’s not a session designed to
put me to sleep, what should I do?
On one hand, if you fall asleep during a session, it may mean that the session is effective in giving you what you need at that time—sleep. On the other hand, if you fall
asleep every time you use the Mind’sEye, you can try several things: use a more ener-
gizing program, try sitting up if you’ve been lying down, turn the brightness of the
LiteFrames or the volume up, or try doing a session at a different time of the day.
Is there any danger to running the LiteFrames and headphones at maximum volume and brightness? Are lower settings less effective?
You should always keep the volume of the headphones within a safe range. Like any
audio device, excessive volume over a period of time could damage your hearing.
Use a volume that feels comfortable. There is no danger to running the LiteFrames at
maximum brightness, however. Brighter lights can improve a session’s effectiveness,
but don’t make them bright for this reason alone if it feels uncomfortable. Volume
and brightness should always be set to the level that feels most comfortable to you.
30 Q & A
Can I run a session with the sound alone or the light alone?
Yes. If you are using the Mind’sEye as an adjunct to meditation or visualization,
you may find the lights too distracting. The binaural option is very effective in this
instance. TIP: Try listening to the binaural for more focus while studying. The Color
Pulse feature lets you use the lights alone (while listening to an external music tape,
for example). See page 23.
Sometimes I am interrupted in the middle of a session. I can press the
pause key, but when I return, is it better to pick up the program where I
left off or just start over ?
If you’re gone for more than a few minutes, it’s more effective to start over.
Is it required that I concentrate for a session to be effective?
It’s best to “let go” and let the light and sound take you. If your mind is very active
and keeps drifting away from the light/sound session, gently bring your attention
back when you notice, but don’t strain to stay concentrated.
Is light/sound recommended for small children?
Once children reach beyond the fifth year of development they can benefit greatly
from light and sound, especially when used with visualized images. The need for self-
control, calmness, and self esteem is ever present in children, and the need continues
to grow as they mature. The leading researcher in the use of light and sound devices
in early childhood development, Dr. Rayma Ditson-Sommer, has found improved
concentration, accelerated learning, and a better attitude toward school and other
stress situations in children who used the programs daily.
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Session
Descriptions
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This section lists the Mind’sEye’s 50 pre-set sessions, grouped according to category,
and provides all the information you need to run those sessions. There are five program categories — relax, explore, learn, change and energize, and ten different
programs within each category.
Each session description lists the information needed to select that program—the
program category, the bank, and the program number.
Relax sessions
This group of sessions features a variety of relaxation type programs, working
predominately in the theta and delta range. They include everything from basic relaxation programs to those for use in unique types of situations, as well as those that
couple relaxation modalities with entertainment.
Total Tune-Up
by Deborah DeBerry
Program length: 13 minutes RELAX A-1
During the rst half of the program Total Tune-Up meets the listener in busy beta
and rapidly spirals downward through alpha and theta. It then continues downward
toward deep delta. The delta state is sustained throughout the second half of the
program, pulling the user ever downward.
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Quick Break
by Rayma Ditson-Sommer, Ph.D.
Program length: 15 minutes RELAX A-2
This program was designed to provide a “quick break” for people involved in care
giving and other very high stress situations. It starts in beta, but quickly drops into
theta and on into delta. This short, deep rest period allows for calmness development
in a short time and ends in an energizing mode which allows you to return to the job
rested and ready to resume. The program can be used many times during the day.
Clearing Your Mind
by Frank Young, Ph.D.
Program length: 16 minutes RELAX A-3
This session progressively ramps you from beta down to delta. It can be used just before going to sleep or at other points in the day when you want to be free of intrusive
thoughts so that you can better focus and concentrate.
Total Relaxation
by Frank Young, Ph.D.
Program length: 20 minutes RELAX A-4
Total Relaxation begins at 18 Hz and every 30 seconds descends 1 Hz until it reaches
11 Hz, at which point it continues to descend in single Hz increments every 60 seconds. Upon reaching 4 Hz it remains there for 4 minutes before ascending to 10 Hz
during the last 4 minutes.
Blissful Relax
by Frank Young, Ph.D.
Program length: 20 minutes RELAX A-5
This program begins in beta (16 Hz), then ramps down smoothly and gradually into
the low alpha range (7 Hz) by minute 12. It continues to theta (5 Hz), remains there
from minute 15 to 19, then ramps up to 10 Hz by the end of the session.
Power Nap
by Tom Kenyon of ABR, Inc.
Program length: 24 minutes RELAX B-1
Power Nap drops from alpha to delta over the rst half of the program and remains
there for the second half.
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Serenity
by Rayma Ditson-Sommer, Ph.D.
Program length: 30 minutes RELAX B-2
This program utilizes low levels of theta and delta to allow for deep relaxation, calmness, and sound sleep. When used for comfort and calmness development the user
learns to relax, reduce feelings of discomfort, and possibly increase the flow of endor-
phins. Stressors are reduced to manageable levels for those who nd it hard to relax.
Relaxed Thought
by Ron Isaacks
Program length: 30 minutes RELAX B-3
Relaxed Thought is a very relaxing, alpha-theta program with a number of beneficial
frequencies. It combines extended times at theta frequencies associated with advanced situational awareness and meditation, and with alpha frequencies associated
with health.
Musical Ecstasy
by Randy Adamadama
Program length: 30 minutes RELAX B-4
This program is designed to enhance your favorite slow to moderate music. It gently
cycles between alpha and theta frequencies, and is effective for inducing an open
meditative state where music can take on an added dimension.
Mind Tune-Up
by Randy Adamadama
Program length: 45 minutes RELAX B-5
After beginning with a three minute stabilized induction period at earth frequency
(7.83 Hz), the plot of the frequencies follow the shape of a sine wave, stabilizing
for a period of two minutes at the wave’s peak. You’ll hear a high pitched cue that
indicates this is a good time for some deep breathing. It later stabilizes in the theta
state, and you’ll hear another high pitched cue that indicates this is a good time for
meditation. The program ends with a stable period of three minutes in the alpha
state, leaving the user moderately energized.
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Explore sessions
These are open-ended, mind expansion and exploration sessions designed to
access altered states of consciousness.
Inside Out
by Dr. Jeffrey Thompson
Program length: 20 minutes EXPLORE A-1
This session begins at beta (14 Hz) and progresses through a series of ramps down to
a deep delta level of 3 Hz over the course of 15 minutes. It then rises back to 14 Hz in
the last five minutes.
Inner Exploration I
by Randy Adamadama
Program length: 20 minutes EXPLORE A-2
Inner Exploration I chromatically explores the frequencies from 12 Hz to 1 Hz and
back to 12 Hz. Each frequency plays in a synchronous mode (light and sound pulsing in unison) for 20 seconds and then in an alternating mode (light and sound
alternating left/right) for 20 seconds before moving to the next frequency. Use the
pause key to explore moments in which you feel especially good or visually fascinat-
ed. There is a stable four minute period at the beginning of the session for induction
purposes and a stable four minute period at the end of the session for integration
purposes.
Inspire and Expand
by Terry Patten & Julian Isaacs, Ph.D.
Program length: 24 minutes EXPLORE A-3
The program begins at a low beta frequency and slows to theta before making a series
of three rapidly increasing frequency rate rises. It then moves into alpha and from
there rises to mid-beta providing interesting imagery experiences created by incremental frequency shifts. In the mid section, it provides some wide swings from beta
to delta frequencies, allowing the user to loosen up and integrate various energetic
flows. You are encouraged to use this process to move energy from the lower to the
higher chakras. Finally the program moves to the alpha range to end gently.
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Hypnagogia
by Andrzej Slawinski
Program length: 24 minutes EXPLORE A-4
Hypnagogia is comprised of a series of 10-60 second cycles between mid-beta and
mid-alpha. The gentle “rocking” of the lights back and forth lulls the user into a state
of deep trance.
Cosmic Octave
by Andrzej Slawinski
Program length: 30 minutes EXPLORE A-5
This program is based on the principle of the “Cosmic Octave” in which moon frequencies are used. It may be of great help in recovering unconscious feelings, dreams,
or inner plans and programs.
Deep Descent
by Bill Harris
Program length: 30 minutes EXPLORE B-1
This deep meditation program will gently take you from an alpha pattern to a deep
delta state over a 20 minute period. Having arrived at this meditative state, it will
then hold you in the delta state for an additional ten minutes.
Galactica
by Dr. Jeffrey Thompson
Program length: 30 minutes EXPLORE B-2
The basic light/sound pattern sequence of Galactica begins at a low beta rate of 15 Hz
and drops through a series of plateaus in the theta dream-state range into delta at 3
Hz Then back up and out through a two-state ramp in theta once again to end at 12
Hz.
Synchronize
by Dr. Jeffrey Thompson
Program length: 30 minutes EXPLORE B-3
This session goes from a 15 Hz waking beta cycle on a smooth sweep down into delta
at 3 Hz, and then back up and out again to a slightly lower beta frequency of 12 Hz,
providing a profound experience of steadily sinking into ever deeper regions of the
subconscious mind.
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Meditation
by Randy Adamadama
Program length: 35 minutes EXPLORE B-4
When the sound changes to a very low hum, you will be in deep meditation. Next,
the light intensity will fade to 0 and will maintain one minute of darkness, signaling
you to get ready to image. Then a higher tone will sound for five seconds. As soon as
the low tone returns begin holding a single static image of yourself getting what you
want. Hold as intensely as possible until the lights return, then abruptly let go your
image.
Flow
by James Mann
Program length: 35 minutes EXPLORE B-5
This session is designed to naturally calm and soothe your body and mind. The light
and sound frequency remains at 10 Hz throughout the session while the binaural
tone ascends in pitch every five minutes. The sound pitches are designed to resonate
with the seven energy centers in the body, otherwise known as chakras. It is not
necessary to be familiar with the particular energy centers. By listening to the sounds
in a relaxed, open manner and allowing your mind to flow freely with the sounds,
it will naturally free up the tension and energy which is stuck in those parts of the
body.
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Learn Sessions
This group of sessions allows for superlearning of detailed knowledge, general pattern
learning, developing personal creativity, subliminal learning, enhancing imagery in
learning and lucid dreaming.
Reconnect
by Rayma Ditson-Sommer, Ph.D.
Program length: 20 minutes LEARN A-1
Reconnect begins in alpha at 12 Hz, goes quickly to 4 Hz in theta and ramps back to
12 Hz over the next 10 minutes.
Re-Mind
by Frank Young, Ph.D.
Program length: 20 minutes LEARN A-2
This session is one of the best for introducing the beginner to the realms of mind
states using the technology of the Mind’sEye. Re-Mind starts in a burst of beta (18
Hz), allowing you to explore the beta environment for the rst three minutes. Over
the next minute the program proceeds to ramp down noticeably into the alpha realm
(10 Hz). As you explore this zone, more attention is paid to visual imagery and body
states featuring relaxation. While this is happening in minutes four to eight, there is
a mild slope through the alpha range as the program ramps from 10 to 8 Hz, giving
the user a greater opportunity to enter the alpha state.
Minute eight begins a drop to 5 Hz by minute nine. Again you are given four minutes
to enter into and sensualize the theta experience as the program slopes very gently
from 5 to 4 Hz.
At minute 13 there is a one-minute ramp to 2 Hz, remaining at this delta frequency
from minutes 14 to 17. Then the user is given a quick review of theta at 5 Hz, alpha
at 9 Hz, and beta at 15 Hz in the last minute as the session fades to soft-off near the
end of the 20-minute session.
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Creativity
by Frank Young, Ph.D.
Program length: 20 minutes LEARN A-3
Creativity begins at 16 Hz. It ramps down steadily to 8 Hz at minute four, 6 Hz at
minute six, 4 Hz at minute eight, and nally to 3 Hz at minute ten. There are several
minutes in the low theta/borderline delta zone in which the light stimulation is
almost turned off, returning only occasionally to encourage you to remain awake
enough to observe whatever imagery is generated. Develop these images in theta
reverie from minutes 10 to 18. The session ends with a gentle climb into the higher
theta range (6 Hz). Note that the ending does not rise very far towards the alpha
range. This extends the theta creative reverie phase beyond the end of the session,
allowing a slide back into a theta state if you wish more time to develop creative
images. In unpracticed minds, some of the best creative images do not appear until
30-45 minutes into theta training. Hopefully, with training, this imagery period will
happen sooner than the 20-minute timeline of the session.
Another noteworthy feature of the session is that the level of stimulation for theta
reverie is kept at 3 Hz. You are likely to see an image, go up in activation slightly
while coding it, and then try to return to the deep theta level to await the next
image. The mind state activation will thus utter above 3 Hz. The substrate of the
program stimulation does not fluctuate, however. The design constancy is designed
to bring the user back to the steady, low theta level as soon as possible after each image is coded and parked in the alpha consciousness.
Mentacize
by Frank Young, Ph.D.
Program length: 20 minutes LEARN A-4
The session begins in a beta frequency (16 Hz) and then ramps smoothly through the
alpha range (12-8 Hz), then again into the theta zone (8-6 Hz). The ramping continues into the low theta zone before returning to end at 8 Hz in alpha.
Lucidity
by Frank Young, Ph.D.
Program length: 20 minutes LEARN A-5
This session is designed to leave the user at the threshold of sleep, allowing for a
direct transition from the session into a sleep state. It begins at 16 Hz gradually
descending through alpha and theta, spending four minutes at the theta-delta border
before settling into a 2 Hz ending delta state.
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Mind Power I
by Win Wenger
Program length: 24 minutes LEARN B-1
Mind Power I can be useful for tuning up before or after studying. It cycles through
alpha to mid theta before returning the user to a state of relaxed alertness.
Mind Power II
by Win Wenger
Program length: 30 minutes LEARN B-2
Mind Power II is similar to Mind Power I except this program descends deeper to the
theta-delta border and spends more time in a gradual ascent through alpha before
concluding at 10 Hz.
In Sync
by Rayma Ditson-Sommer, Ph.D.
Program length: 30 minutes LEARN B-3
In Sync begins in beta, proceeds through alpha for a deeper relaxation phase, then
moves into theta for an extended learning period. It supplies you with ample time in
theta to insure deep relaxation before learning.
Schumann Resonance
by Dr. Rayma Ditson-Sommer
Program length: 30 minutes LEARN B-4
The Schumann Resonance wave (7.83 Hz) is incorporated for better focused learning and performance. The program begins in alpha and drops to theta and the
Schumann Resonance. In ve minutes it drops to low theta for ten minutes, back to
high theta and finishes in beta leaving the user ready and alert.
Learning State
by Rayma Ditson-Sommer, Ph.D.
Program length: 36 minutes LEARN B-5
Purpose: The program begins in low beta, moves slowly to alpha, then on to theta,
the “learning state.” Visualization is best learned in theta which insures long term
recall.
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Change Sessions
These repatterning sessions help people make positive changes in their lives, especially when used with self-development or subliminal tapes.
Balance
by Tom Kenyon of ABR, Inc.
Program length: 14 minutes CHANGE A-1
Balance descends quickly from alpha to theta and thereafter alternates between mid
and low theta states.
Deep Theta
by Tom Kenyon of ABR, Inc.
Program length: 15 minutes CHANGE A-2
This session remains at a constant 4 Hz frequency throughout.
Progressive Deep Relaxation
by Frank Young, Ph.D.
Program length: 20 minutes CHANGE A-3
This program descends to 4 Hz in one and two Hz increments. After remaining at 4
Hz for ve minutes it ramps back up to 10 Hz to end the session.
Theta I
by Frank Young, Ph.D.
Program length: 20 minutes CHANGE A-4
The first half of Theta I is spent at the high beta, mid beta, then alpha range. From
there it descends to mid theta where it remains for the duration of the program.
Alternity
by Frank Young Ph.D.
Program length: 20 minutes CHANGE A-5
Alternity begins at 18 Hz and descends in 2 Hz increments to 4 Hz and then rises to
10 Hz at the session’s end.
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Innervision
by Paul Scheele
Program length: 21 minutes CHANGE B-1
Innervision begins at 20 Hz and then alternates between 2 Hz decreases and 1 Hz increases until it reaches the target rate of 4 Hz. It then ascends to an ending beta state.
Dreamtime
by Deborah DeBerry
Program length: 23 minutes CHANGE B-2
Dreamtime begins at high beta but quickly descends to a mid theta state where the
session remains throughout.
Journeys
by Don Paris and Ilona Selke
Program length: 24 minutes CHANGE B-3
This program is designed to enhance your integration of the changes you experience
from traveling into other dimensions. It begins in beta to match your waking state of
consciousness and moves in a relaxed way into the “magic window” frequency of 7.8
Hz, the Earth’s own “brainwave” frequency. The program then drops down into theta
into what could be called the “working state” where the body is deeply relaxed and
the mind is in the in-to-it-ive state. Most of the journey is spent in this state before
ending by moving into the upper regions of beta.
Deep Design
Thomas H. Budzynski, Ph.D.
Program length: 25 minutes CHANGE B-4
This program gently cycles back and forth between 8 and 9 Hz throughout the entire
session. This subtle movement is designed to help keep one alert in the midst of deep
relaxation.
Deep Inside
Thomas H. Budzynski, Ph.D.
Program length: 25 minutes CHANGE B-5
Similar to the previous session except the shifts occur over a wider frequency range
with more time spent at each cycle.
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Energize Sessions
These sessions include revitalizing, re-energizing, and entertainment applications.
Rejuvenator
by Thomas Budzynski, Ph.D.
Program length: 11 minutes ENERGIZE A-1
Take a quick time out to renew and refresh. This session changes from beta frequencies down to slow alpha and then back to high alpha.
Fourth of July
by Richard Daab
Program length: 14 minutes ENERGIZE A-2
This session was designed to give the ultimate light show. During the session the
lights hop quickly from frequency to frequency, alternating between bright and dim,
left/right and on/off. You might see bursts of intense day-glo colors, spinning fractallike geometric patterns, or soft, shimmering, shifting pastels and cubist landscapes.
U.F.Oria
by Richard Daab
Program length: 18 minutes ENERGIZE A-3
In addition to being a wonderful light show, this session makes full use of the sophisticated sound capabilities of the Mind’sEye, employing chords, cross-fades, binaural
beats, and lots of sound and pitch changes.
Inner Exploration II
by Randy Adamadama
Program length: 20 minutes ENERGIZE A-4
This program chromatically explores the frequencies from 7.83 Hz to 33 Hz to 18 Hz.
Each frequency plays in a synchronous mode (eyes and ears pulsing in unison) for
ten seconds and then in an alternating mode (eyes and ears alternating left/right) for
ten seconds before moving to the next frequency. Use the pause key to explore mo-
ments in which you feel especially good or visually fascinated. There is a stable four
minute period at the beginning of the session for induction purposes and a stable
four minute period at the end of the session for integration purposes.
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Peak Performance
by Thomas H. Budzynski, Ph.D.
Program length: 20 minutes ENERGIZE A-5
The light and sound cycles back and forth between mid beta and mid alpha, changing frequency at certain intervals.
Sports Tune-Up
by Frank Young, Ph.D.
Program length: 20 minutes ENERGIZE B-1
The session begins in high beta (18 Hz) to stimulate the competitive environment in
which training, practice and competition are likely to occur. From there the program
ramps down to 12, to 8, then to 4 Hz before bringing one back to a 12 Hz relaxed but
alert state.
Super-Tuned Knowing
by Ron Isaacks
Program length: 25 minutes ENERGIZE B-2
The session utilizes seven specic window frequencies and many rapid mode changes. In many users this creates a very relaxed state in the high beta range, relaxed high
energy with knowing.
Flow
by Ron Isaacks
Program length: 25 minutes ENERGIZE B-3
This program incorporates a series of rapid ramps and mode changes throughout the
delta, theta, alpha, and beta ranges to develop the ability to rapidly change states,
developing fluid transitions throughout the entire frequency range.
Maximize
by James Mann
Program length: 30 minutes ENERGIZE B-4
This session uses a 12 Hz pulse rate with the sound pitch set at a low 60 Hz The 12
Hz pulse rate will keep you at a high alpha. The 60 Hz carrier voice frequency colors
the session to a physical power window. Try using Maximize at the end of the day for
recharging and renewal.
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Power Up
by Terry Patten & Julian Isaacs
Program length: 30 minutes ENERGIZE B-5
Power Up is designed to create a state of focused concentration, and be fun and
entertaining too. The session features interesting frequency jumps and fast ramps up
and down to create many novel visual effects.
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Biographies
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Randy Adamadama
Randy Adamadama is a Vibration Therapist, program designer, and Machine Design
consultant for Photosonix, manufactured by Microrm. He began the rst commercial venture featuring light and sound machines with the opening of Universe of You
Vibrational Therapy studio in Corte Madera, California in 1986.
Thomas H. Budzynski, Ph.D.
Dr. Budzynski graduated with a degree in electrical engineering from the University
of Detroit and served as an aerospace engineer for seven years. During part of this
time he was crew chief of the inertial navigation team on the top secret SR-71 “Blackbird” project. He later left engineering to earn an M.A. and Ph.D. in psychology from
the University of Colorado at Boulder.
A biofeedback pioneer, Dr. Budzynski developed several of the early biofeedback
devices including the rst digitally-quantifying EMG, and the Twilight Learner which
was featured in an article in Psychology Today (Aug. 1977).
Dr. Budzynski and his noted colleague, Dr. Johann Stoyva, established new stand-
ards in biofeedback and behavioral medicine research with their landmark studies at
the University of Colorado Medical Center. Dr. Budzynski served as President of the
Biofeedback Research Society in 1974-75.
A noted lecturer and workshop leader, Dr. Budzynski has also traveled to European,
Australian and Canadian cities to speak on behavioral medicine, stress, pain, bio-
feedback and neurotherapy. He has been published numerous times in his areas of
expertise. His Relaxation Training Program has been a best selling stress management
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audio cassette program for over twenty years. With Denis Waitley he developed the
top selling The Subliminal Winner album for Nightingale-Conant. A new Pain Con-
trol program for Thought Technology combines hypnotic inductions with effective
imagery. The revitalizer and cyborium 2010 are two exciting new products.
A frequent consultant in the areas of brain mapping, stress management, biofeedback, self-help audio tapes, pain management, priming process and neurotechnol-
ogy, Dr. Budzynski carries out research in these areas. He is presently the Director of
Research and Training at Anabasis of Sarasota, Florida.
Richard Daab
From 1986-1991 Richard Daab was an editor at Magical Blend Magazine. While work-
ing there he became familiar with the emerging field of neurotechnology, and established contacts with many of its participants. In 1988 he started Inner Technologies,
a mail-order catalog which specialized in “tools for the expansion of consciousness”.
Seeing the need for a more direct way of marketing this equipment, he co-founded
Theta Technologies in 1991, which distributes the Mind’sEye light and sound machine.
Deborah DeBerry
Deborah DeBerry is president of the Whole Brain Learning Institute, which she
founded in 1989. WBLI offers transformational seminars and audio tape programs
designed to accelerate learning and strengthen the mind-body connection. Having
worked closely with Dr. John-David for several years prior to his death in 1988, she
continues to use his innovative sound and subliminal technology to explore issues
ranging from creativity to empowerment through educational and entertainment
products.
A recipient of an Outstanding Young Woman of America Award, she is a graduate
of Hollins College, the Sorbonne, and Southern Methodist University, where she received her MBA. She is also a certied clinical hypnotherapist and a 1993 participant
in the Leadership America program.
Rayma Ditson-Sommer, Ph.D.
Dr. Ditson-Sommer is an internationally known speaker, consultant, and lecturer
in the eld of learning. She has an extensive background in psychology, special
ed-ucation, early childhood education, neuropsychology, and research. She holds
degrees from Columbia University, New York City; Texas Woman’s University, Denton, Texas; and Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana, with yearlong internships
at Southwestern Medical School, Menninger Clinic, and Topeka State Hospital. Dr.
Ditson-Sommer has held Associate Professorships at the University of Wisconsin,
Texas Woman’s University, and Viterbo College, and has been a visiting professor at
many institutions. After many years developing programs for the developmentally
disabled individual, Dr. Ditson-Sommer is presently immersed in research programs
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involving learning for the attention deficit student, the autistic child, movement
studies for the cerebral palsied, gifted child programs, and literacy programs, with a
purpose to dis-cover alternative methods of learning for all.
She has conducted seminars on many college campuses, as well as other educational institutions throughout the world. These seminars have content related to
accelerated learning, coping for parents and children in medical distress, attention
deficit difficulties, closed head injury, spinal injuries, autism, dyslexia, illiteracy and
negative self-image problems. Parent and teacher facilitation in dealing with severe
developmental disabilities has been a long-time special interest.
Dr. Ditson-Sommer is the originator of the Maximal Learning System of bio-feed-in
accelerated learning. She is the author of the Maxi-Learn system tapes for accelerated
and wholebrain learning, and founder and C.E.O. of Wingspan Learning Consul-
tants.
Bill Harris
Bill Harris has been involved in personal growth for over twenty years as a seeker,
teacher, public speaker, author, composer, therapist and workshop leader. A student
of ancient and modern research into the nature of the mind, he began his search in
the TM movement in the 1960s and later became a TM Siddha. He has also been initiated into Kriya yoga by Swami Kriyananda of Ananda Village and has studied and
practiced a variety of other traditional and modern transformational techniques and
approaches with a variety of teachers.
Bill frequently conducts trainings in Neuro Linguistic Programming and is a long
time student of contemporary psychology, quantum mechanical physics, the evolu-
tion of non-linear systems (chaos theory) and the effects of brain entrainment
technologies on human evolution and healing. He is known for his ability to blend
ancient and modern explanations in such a way that difficult subjects become easy
to understand.
Currently a Masters Candidate in Music at the University of Portland, Bill has studied
composition with world-renowned Czech composer Tomas Svoboda and Catalonian
composer Salvador Brotons.
Bill is frequently invited to present at scientific forums and conferences as well as
Whole Life Expos across the U.S., and is a frequent speaker for New Age and New
Thought audiences. He maintains a regular schedule of workshop presentations up
and down the west coast of the U.S. He is currently president and director of Centrepointe Research Institute and president of Bill Harris Training and Consulting. He
also maintains a private therapy practice.
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Julian D. Isaacs Ph.D.
Dr. Isaacs has an academic background in the areas of philosophy of mind, psychology and parapsychology. He has been active in Brain/Mind technology research
and development since 1979. He was director of research for “The Other 90 Percent”, a research project which aimed to develop innovative non-drug altered states
induction procedures and mental skills training programs. This work included the
investigation of existing altered states induction techniques and psychotechnological
devices, which provided opportunity for him to evaluate a wide range of psychotech-
nologies. Since 1984 Dr. Isaacs has been a faculty member of the Graduate School of
Consciousness Studies of John F. Kennedy University, Orinda, Ca. He has presented
the Megabrain workshop for Michael Hutchison many times and has lectured widely
on a variety of consciousness-related topics, including altered states of consciousness,
social aspects of consciousness, the New Physics, subtle energy and parapsychological
phenomena, and the applications of various consciousness technologies. He is currently Director of Research for “Tools For Exploration”, a mail-order catalog corporation which retails products for energy, consciousness and health.
Ron Isaacks
Ron Isaacks, a gifted and caring Avatar and NLP trained psychotherapist, is the president of the Mind Flight Corporation in Colorado.
Ron has personally enjoyed using the best light and sound machines for hundreds of
hours. Mind Flight is a beta test site for testing the newest machines from a number
of manufacturers.
Since rst using mind machines in early 1987, he has been driven to share this
emerging technology with everyone. Ron has organized his business to offer afford-
able take home rentals of light and sound equipment to thousands of people, in
addition to offering for sale what he has determined to be the finest machines.
Ron is a long time meditator (20 years), and has developed many alpha and theta
range programs for meditation and relaxation, used in conjunction with audio or live
quick change therapies.
Tom Kenyon
Tom Kenyon, M.A. holds a Master’s Degree in Psychological Counseling with over
ten years of clinical experience. He is certied in NLP, Ericksonian Hypnosis and
Whole Brain Learning. Tom founded ABR, Inc. (Acoustic Brain Research) in 1983 to
scientifically document the effects of sound on consciousness. Today ABR is a recog-
nized leader in psychoacoustic research and development. The focus of his work is
the use of altered states of consciousness and the benefits that these deeper states of
awareness reveal.
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James Mann
James Mann has been involved in consciousness exploration since 1968. In 1988 he
began integrating light and sound machines into his research. The focus of his work
is how one can use light and sound to awaken the energy centers of the body. Most
of his light and sound research has been done with the PC Synergizer, the IBM compatible machine manufactured by Synetic Systems. He has written a manual for PC
Synergizer owners, Awakening Mind I: Creating Sound and Light Sessions on Advanced
Programmable Mind Machines.
Terry Patten
Terry Patten is best known as the founder, president, and innovator and publisher
of Tools For Exploration, the world’s most complete and respected catalog source for
consciousness technologies. He personally authors its newsletter, Consciousness Tech-
nologies. He is the co-author (with his wife, Leslie) of Biocircuits: Amazing New Tools
for Energy Health (1988), and has been Managing Editor and then Contributing Editor
(with Michael Hutchison) of Megabrain Report: The Consciousness Technology
Newsletter (1989-current). Together with Julian Isaacs, Terry Patten was co-author of
A Double-Blind Study of the “Biocircuit, a Putative Subtle-Energy-Based Relaxation Device
(1991). He is also founder and director of Neuro-Acoustic Laboratories. Since 1987, he
has written, lectured, and led workshops on consciousness technologies and subtle
energy.
Don Paris and llona Selke
Don Paris and Ilona Selke are international seminar leaders in the eld of applying Quantum Physics to personal growth and consciousness expansion. Having
worked with light and sound technology since its infancy, they were instrumental
in intro-ducing mind machines in both America and Europe. Their extensive work
with consciousness related technologies, both internal and external, have made them
very popular speakers at conferences like Global Sciences. Always up to date on the
latest tools for growth, they have blended three of the most advanced processes into
the Mind Journeys cassettes. Quantum Imaging is an interactive guided visual ization
process that allows you to tap directly into the blueprint of the multi-dimensional
universe to create the life you want— spontaneously. Mirror Talk messages are timereversed af-firmations just above the threshold of audibility that speak directly to
the subconscious mind. Binaural beats assure you of an open relaxed atmosphere in
which to explore. By combining these with the Voyager you have some of the best
tools for growth available.
Paul R. Scheele
Paul Scheele co-founded Learning Strategies Corporation in 1981. Learning Strategies
Corporation, a Minneapolis-based human resource consulting rm, has worked with
organizations in both the public and private sectors. Mr. Scheele serves as its chair-
man and director of curriculum and instruction.
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Mr. Scheele earned his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Minnesota
and his Master’s degree in learning and human development technology from the
University of St. Thomas. He is a master practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming, having studied extensively with its developers from 1977 to 1981.
Mr. Scheele has consulted with individuals and companies for 14 years. He has designed and delivered over 25 different programs relating to professional and personal
development. He is the developer of PhotoReading, a course teaching adults how
to mentally photograph the written page at 25,000 words per minute. In 1988, Mr.
Scheele introduced Paraliminal tapes, a series of audio cassette learning programs that
are now being distributed worldwide.
As an award-winning public speaker, Mr. Scheele addresses corporations, regional
conferences and national conventions in many industries. His speeches confront hu-
man development challenges in the 1990’s with practical advice and skills.
Learning Strategies Corporation is licensed by the State of Minnesota Department of
Education as a private vocational school. PhotoReading is presented to corporations
and the general public by licensed instructors throughout the US, Canada, Europe,
Brazil, New Zealand and South Africa.
Andrzej Slawinski
Director of the Tamas Laboratory, Andrzej Slawinski works in the elds of biofeed-
back research, experimental music and theatre, multi-media performance, superlearning and therapy. As a professional member of the Monroe Institute he imple-
mented the Hemi-Sync signals in his artwork. Tamas Lab’s CDs and tapes, designed
to enhance ones mental abilities, are distributed worldwide.
He works with clients, conducts workshops on light and sound technology, and
also works with drug addict rehabilitation centers. In recent years he has conducted
intensive research on audio-visual stimulation and developed the innovative Audio-
Strobe interface which decodes mind machine signals from a CD player and “puts
light into music”. A series of AudioStrobe CDs create synesthetic experiences of an
astonishing intensity and quality.
Dr. Jeffrey Thompson
Since 1981 Dr. Thompson’s ground-breaking work using musical sound patterns,
nature sounds, and NASA space sound recordings to alter states of consciousness has
gained him international recognition. His work is used by psychologists, psychiatrists, clinical hypnotherapists, physicians and bodywork professionals in 26 countries. There are multiple levels of sound frequency patterns built into the sounds and
music of his many different recordings for resonating brainwaves into deep states of
relax-ation. Many of these frequencies were processed by extensive use of the stereo
eld with special 3-D processing. Some of the sounds on his recordings have been
created through a process called “Primordial Processing”—using nature sounds, hu-
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man body sounds, and NASA/Voyager space sound recordings from the planets in
our solar system. All of Dr. Thompson’s recordings are processed in full wrap-around
3-D sound imaging. Many of the sounds on each recording are processed electronically so that only the subconscious mind can recognize them. This causes a deep
level relaxation/energizing response.
Frank D. Young, Ph.D.
Dr. Frank Young is a chartered psychologist in private practice in Calgary, Alberta. He
was formerly senior clinical psychologist at Holy Cross Hospital in Calgary, Alberta.
He serves on the faculty of the Family Therapy Institute, HCH, and as an instructor
in the Canadian Society of Clinical Hypnosis. He practices sport psychology for the
National Coaching Certication Program and Team Canada Judo and Team Canada
Luge. Dr. Young is also on the Editorial Advisory Board of the Journal of Strategic
And Systemic Therapies. He is an Approved Supervisor for the American Association
for Marriage and Family Therapy. He has published articles and presented numerous
workshops on such topics as Ericksonian hypnosis and therapy, humorous approaches in strategic therapy, anorexia and bulimia, imagery training, lucid dreaming,
creativity, and performance enhancement using imagery.
Dr. Young has used light and sound entrainment devices extensively in his practice
over the past five years with consistently favorable results. He has also received train-
ing with Dr. Stephen LaBerge, and is a clinical consultant to the training programs
of the Lucidity Institute in Stanford, California. He is currently developing programs
and custom tapes for lucidity training and other applications of light and sound
devices for Synetic Systems Inc. and Theta Technologies Inc. of Seattle, WA. He has
also produced commercial tapes for stress management, creativity using mind state
management, and the hypnotic induction of lucid dreaming.
Win Wenger
Win Wenger, Ph.D., has headed his educational and research rm MCM, Inc., since
January, 1970, and full-time since 1973. An internationally known author, researcher
and trainer, he has been teaching by invitation at various sites and institutions
around North America and Europe. Since 1976 he has taught every year at the
Creative Problem Solving Institute in Buffalo, New York, where the most creative
people on the planet rally together every June to exchange and cross-fertilize their
ideas, their techniques, their perceptions and their energies. Since 1988 he has been
Speaker of the Assembly for the International Society for Accelerated Learning, and
a member of its Board of Trustees, based at State University of Rio de Janeiro. He has
headed, since 1985, a project preparing an encyclopedia of better methods of teaching and learning—CELT—the Compendium of Enhanced Learning Methods. CELT is
sponsored by SALT, the U.S.-based Society for Accelerative Learning and Teaching.
Win Wenger’s B.A. (economics) and M.Ed. (teaching social studies) were obtained
at University of Virginia in Charlottesville. He earned his Ph.D. at the University of
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Sarasota in Florida (dissertation: On Raising Human Intelligence: An Interdisciplinary
Study On The Question Of Whether Human Intelligence Can Be Increased).
Teaching, and the practice of making original observations and asking of basic ques-
tions, has led Wenger to make discoveries and contributions to more than a dozen
scientific and formal inquiry fields.
His most popular books at the present time are How To Increase Your Intelligence
and A Method For Personal Growth And Development. He has also written and published many other texts and tradebooks in a variety of fields, including two texts
of classroom methods for teaching gifted children and many papers in professional
journals. His next two texts to be published will be his main statement on educational methodology, Beyond Teaching And Learning, and a major new work, Toward A
General Theory Of Creativity And Genius.
Sectionname 53
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defects caused by fire, flood or other natural disaster. This limited warranty will be void
if A) a power supply other than that provided by the manufacturer is used, or B) lights
other than those provided by the manufacturer are used. In addition, the Warranty
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relating to the purchase of the Mind’s Eye.
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affected differently by the Mind’sEye because of his/her unique physical and emotional
makeup. Persons who have a history of seizures, hallucinations or other physical or
mental problems should use the Mind’sEye only under medical supervision.
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whatsoever in connection with his/her use of the Mind’sEye, or another person’s use
of the Mind’sEye, that may result or ostensibly result in physical or emotional damage
to the purchaser or others. Furthermore, in consideration of and part payment for the
Mind’sEye, the purchaser hereby personally assumes all risks in connection with his/her
use of the Mind’sEye, and shall advise other users of the Mind’sEye of the experimental nature of this device, especially regarding use by those with a history of seizures.
Furthermore, the purchaser assumes all risks in connection with use of the Mind’sEye
with other persons.
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question of liability on the part of the manufacturer or seller, the purchaser agrees that
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using the Mind’sEye.
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