Binaural Stimulation

So, something I’ve been implementing for some time now is binaural stimulation. If you’re new to this, it’s a technique that enhances coordination between the left and right hemispheres of the brain. There are many methods for this, including tapping, EMDR breathing, and somatic movements. However, what I find to be a softer, more accessible version is listening to binaural beats.

There’s a whole world of frequencies (Hz) out there, and while I feel it’s a bit out of my depth to dive too deeply into the specifics, here’s a quick breakdown of how binaural beats work:

Two tones with slightly different frequencies are played in each ear through headphones (e.g., 200 Hz in the left ear and 210 Hz in the right ear).

The brain perceives a third frequency, which is the difference between the two (e.g., 10 Hz), and begins to align its neural oscillations (brainwaves) to match this difference.

This process is called brainwave entrainment, where the brain naturally syncs with the frequency.

Brainwave Frequencies and Their Uses

Each frequency corresponds to a specific mental state:

• Delta (0.5–4 Hz): Deep sleep and relaxation.

• Theta (4–8 Hz): Meditation, creativity, and intuition.

• Alpha (8–14 Hz): Calm focus, reduced stress, and light relaxation.

• Beta (14–30 Hz): Active thinking, problem-solving, and concentration.

• Gamma (30–100 Hz): High-level cognition, memory, and creativity.

So, that’s the technical part of it. Now let’s bring it into something practical.

I usually use Miracle Tones on Spotify, depending on my needs. There are plenty of different versions available, So, I play around with them and try them out in different scenarios—meditation, laptop work, or winding down in the evening.