"The brain's ability to observe itself is the key to the world's transformation into a peaceful and loving planet. When people begin to view the world through the lens of love rather than fear, the world itself becomes a better place. An optimized brain begins to see the potential for an optimized world. Humanity begins to reach for its limitless potential."

- excerpt from Limitless You by Lee Gerdes, Founder & CEO, Brain State Technologies®
             parent company of Central Massachusetts Brain Integration Center

In many ways the brain resembles a symphonic orchestra.  The orchestra contains various sections; the wind, brass, string and percussion etc.  As each section plays, it does so with a tempo and volume which resonates across the field of musicians creating a melodic and harmonious symphony of beautiful rhythm.  Similarly, the brain appears to work better or more optimally when all lobes and regions are playing well together.

When one area of the brain is dominating and playing to loudly other areas specializing in diverse functions, are unable to be "heard", meaning that their overall effect is subdued resulting in any number of pathologies: sleep disturbances, problems with focusing and attention, unable to be spontaneous, & problems with digestion to name a few.

I mentioned this in a previous blog, but want to emphasis the need to create balance not only in our life, but our brain requires the same kind of nurturing to achieve a similar balance as well.

Happy balancing!

On a beautiful day it's easy to appreciate the value of sunshine, warmth and the company of friends and family.  But what if you were depressed or had anxiety.  Depression and anxiety are the two most common afflictions across these United States and for those who suffer under their weight, the beautiful day simply passes by like clouds across the sky.

And all too often an individual feels as though it's his/her fault, that somehow they are to blame for this unfortunate condition which prevents them from enjoyment and satisfaction.  Well it's NOT!

The brain is a tricky creature, like a zoo it houses many differing species of neurons.  They each have unique functions and are designed to get along and play well together.  However, this is not always the case, hence depression and anxiety.

Imbalances throughout brain regions are related to these two debilitating conditions.  When one area of the brain is over or under activated in relation to other areas, depression and anxiety are often the result.  It's like having a bully in a school yard and you are just trying to get to the lunch room.  You move towards the door but the bully won't let you through.  Anxiety and depression come about when communication between neurons and brain regions breaks down, thus stirring all kinds of neuro chemistry leading to emotional states like depression and anxiety.

Brainwave optimization can help to quite that bully by balancing out those areas of the brain which are too active or under-active.  Like telling the bully to pipe down so others can express themselves too.  Learn more click here

A child’s brain is developing until their early 20s, and depending on the kind of learner the person is, may continue to develop until death. Poor focus or concentration ADD or ADHD isn’t due to the child’s inability to sit still; because they are just too young; because they have some insurmountable learning problem; or because they just aren’t smart enough. A child’s ability to learn is directly related to how clear their brain pathways are between sensory (intake) and execution (performance).

Over two thirds of our brain is based on sensing or input; one third is based on execution.  Meaning that 75% of our brain is just doing its' thing while maybe 25% (me and you) is actually making conscious choice and decisions.  If we have trouble focusing or concentrating, it is generally because the pathways between the sensory and execution network areas are not clear.  Said another way, our brain isn't able to communicate efficiently with itself. 

It amazes me that the very organ which allows us to perceive the color red, allows us to fall in love and read a book; an organ which allows one to feel happiness and experience a sense of wonder should be so forgotten and the least thought about.

In fact, we think more about our stomachs, our hearts and our skin more than the very organ which has made all that possible.To learn more please go to my website.  You can click here.