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Measuring Stress and Relaxation in the Mind and Body
High Levels of Stress
30 to 40 cps.
Moderate Levels of Stress
18 to 30 cps.
Light Relaxation
13-17 cps.
Deep Relaxation
4 to 11 cps.
Three Primary Physiological Indicators of Stress
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Heart Rate
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Breathing Rate
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Brain-wave Activity
Acute Stress: 26-40 cps
Mind
Highest beta-wave activity — 26-40 cycles per second (cps).
Body
Erratic heart rate, palpitations, rapid breathing.
Symptoms
Chest tension/pain, agitated nerves, increased risk of heart fatalities.
Excess cortisol release causes extra belly fat and love handles.
Moderate Stress: 18-25 cps
Mind
Moderate beta-wave activity — 18-25cps.
Body
Elevated heart rate, breathing rate, blood pressure.
Symptoms
Tight neck and shoulders, headaches, body ache, elevated levels of cortisol.
Prevents skin from receiving nutrients, causing premature wrinkles.
Natural Balance - Homeostasis: 13-17 cps
Mind
Low beta-wave activity — 13-17 cps.
Body
Natural Balance (equilibrium).
Heart rate, breathing rate are moderate.
Emotions are calm.
Symptoms
Digestion functions normally.
Proper blood flow to the skin delivering valuable nutrients.
Breathing is relaxed; the mind is clearly focused.
Healing Relaxation: 4-12 cps
Mind
Alpha-wave activity: 4-12 cps
Slower, relaxing alpha-waves bring calmness and a soothing rest for the mind.
Body
Healing alpha-wave state produces a deep relaxation.
Soothes the heart,
quiets the nerves, and calms the emotions.
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