Has anyone had any experience using these? There are many videos on YouTube purporting to accomplish all sorts of stuff. My skeptical mind tells me it's all bunk. But, it's interesting, none the less. Thanks, in advance, for replying!

[Downintheblues]

Yes. I go to vortex success on u-tube. It somehow makes me feel better, so will keep doing it. Just focus on anxiety and depression 1 hour tune and also the 1 hr for being yourself. Vortex success website is informative also. I like the fact that it says concentrate on one thing at a time. Right now I need Me to get more stable.

[IchbinkeinTeufel]

Thanks for this. I'm trying this video, now:

It is very interesting! I've never tried this sort of things, before, and am pretty skeptical, but ... worth a shot.

Site with free binaural beat downloads:

http://free-binaural-beats.com/

Seems OK so far, but scan the files and stuff, as usual.

And if you, like me, wondered if they were safe:

http://www.binauralbeatsonline.com/a...al-beats-safe/

I'm still concerned, but ... I guess it's just music, ... sorta.

[Perna]

The Wikipedia article Binaural beats - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia is quite thorough in explanation and well-sourced, etc. Doesn't sound like much of an effect to me, if there is any at all. Maybe relaxing or some temporary slight pain relief (of cold, don't have that problem :-) but there are lots of ways to relax, don't know why one would choose this one in particular, that requires "stuff" (headphones, special sounds that are hard to get right) and has a hoard of pseudo quacks trying to make money off it.

[IchbinkeinTeufel]

Originally Posted by Perna

The Wikipedia article Binaural beats - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia is quite thorough in explanation and well-sourced, etc. Doesn't sound like much of an effect to me, if there is any at all. Maybe relaxing or some temporary slight pain relief (of cold, don't have that problem :-) but there are lots of ways to relax, don't know why one would choose this one in particular, that requires "stuff" (headphones, special sounds that are hard to get right) and has a hoard of pseudo quacks trying to make money off it.

Regular, decent headphones and free videos/audio files are all that's needed. I've yet to come across anyone selling these, and think they would have to be pretty daft to sell it, ... t'would be like selling tap-water. xD

I dunno why, but I'm actually quite liking listening to just this file, following my workout; it kinda feel relaxing. Strange way to unwind, but hey-ho, can't hurt. xD (except maybe a headache, in some cases. xD)

[Slamjammer]

I find it beneficial for taking 30 minute power naps, and use the earbuds (or whatever) that came with my iPhone. They do a fine job, while tuning into YouTube on the phone. It's all the equipment needed. I generally use a track that produces an alpha (dream) state, and I am OUT in about 5 minutes ;-)

It's also very handy for quickly inducing a meditative state, so if you have some issue you want to ponder, just grab the earphones, find a quiet place where you will not be disturbed, and have this issue "on your mind". Of course, if you are meditating, it's important to NOT fall asleep....you just want your mind to be alert, but disconnected from bodily senses.

All in all, binaural beats are a handy tool to use for a variety of purposes.

[Perna]

I would probably buy a CD if I were going to play with this, make sure I got quality and someone who knew what they were doing. I don't have an ipod and wouldn't want to use my computer. I'd get some decent headphones. My portable CD player up in my bedroom would probably be what I would use.

It has kind of a self-suggested/placebo effect I believe, Gnaural: A Binaural-Beat Audio Generator which certainly can be useful but understanding the science behind it and how to create the effect properly (that causes some of the controversy, there are idiots out there claiming they have it but it is not a true binaural beat) just seems like too much work for me for that particular effect.

But like Slamjammer says, it could be a great tool if you wanted to work on your meditation, etc., but it's not a cure all or "drug", etc. It reminds me of all the dietary pills, claims for this herb or that "super" food. I was eating blueberries long before they became a super food? :-)

[Demetri]

I did the Brain Sync Binaural beats stuff, which is those beats in the background, but there is guided meditation and stuff on top of the beats. I liked it but I don;t know if the beats were what did it or the meditation. Has anyone had success with just using the binaural beats alone? Can you really get your brain into certain states by listening to sounds? I wonder.

[Slamjammer]

If you hear a 100 Hz tone in one ear, and a 110 Hz tone in the other ear, your brain will automatically synthesize a third tone at 10 Hz, which is the natural frequency of the Alpha (dream) state. Of course it can be boring to simply listen to a tone, so the creators of these audio files typically blend in some other pleasing, relaxing sounds.... Maybe jungle sounds, maybe surf or running water...whatever. They can also lay on a dialogue track to produce a "guided" experience. None of this interferes with the binaural beats, which are just the phase difference between the left and right channels.

[IchbinkeinTeufel]

Yep. I actually have taken to listening to one while I watch American Dad, or even while I play the guitar! xD

[Maria38Divine]

I tried one for healing some weeks ago. Can't remember which one, but it worked for a minor ailment I'd been having that wouldn't go away. Tried another for depression also. Only did it once. The recommendation was to do it for at least 30 days, but I kept forgetting. I'm really not sure if that single session had any significant impact on my emotional state, but I'm willing to try it again. It seems harmless and it's free.

[IchbinkeinTeufel]

If I remember, I try to do it at least once a day, for something like a minimum of 30 minutes. (sometimes hours, as I watch American Dad or whatever else) Dunno if I can manage 30 days. xD

[HealingNSuffering]

I did one when I had a migraine it said it would help migraines. it worked for like 5-10 minutes, then the headache returned. For anxiety I had more success with the guided relaxation/meditation videos on youtube

[Demetri]

I have this anxiety hypnosis CD I like.

Holosync uses Binaural Beats, I found it useful in helping me learn to meditate.

[tealBumblebee]

Originally Posted by The Skeezyks

Has anyone had any experience using these? There are many videos on YouTube purporting to accomplish all sorts of stuff. My skeptical mind tells me it's all bunk. But, it's interesting, none the less. Thanks, in advance, for replying!

I've tried it on my sleep app when I was very anxious and jittery. I tried to use it to relax me (there was a relaxing rhythm and a focusing one) and it took a little while lol, but I guess it worked. But only while I was in the moment - the minute someone looked at me wrong I was thinking "Wtf are you looking at?! ....oh...back to meditation..."

Originally Posted by Zwangsstörung

Yep. I actually have taken to listening to one while I watch American Dad, or even while I play the guitar! xD

So do you use the beats as your rhythm section or do you play to a different beat?

[IchbinkeinTeufel]

Originally Posted by The Skeezyks

So do you use the beats as your rhythm section or do you play to a different beat?

I play to a different beat. xD I tried playing to it, but there's something really odd about; I couldn't seem to feel comfortable playing with it; it's almost like my fingers knew it wasn't a REAL beat!

Originally Posted by Zwangsstörung

I play to a different beat. xD I tried playing to it, but there's something really odd about; I couldn't seem to feel comfortable playing with it; it's almost like my fingers knew it wasn't a REAL beat!

Wow! With the binaural beats pounding out one beat & you playing the guitar to a different beat... I wonder what that does to the brain?

[Slamjammer]

Unless I am mistaken, you cannot actually "hear" binaural beats. They represent the phase difference between the left and right channels, which the brain resolves by creating a "third channel" equal to difference. This difference is typically in the 10Hz range, which is equivalent to the brains' Alpha state, but below the 20Hz cutoff for normal human hearing.

My first experience with binaural beats was with a therapist I was seeing through the veteran's administration. This was about 20 years ago. I found the binaural beats very helpful with stabilizing my moods and for relaxation. I do use the youtube ones now and then. Very helpful for restful sleep.

Binauaral and other beats are also said to "cleanse" the pineal gland (third eye). I'm inclined to believe it, because I feel better after listening to the beats.

[IchbinkeinTeufel]

Lol. Hopefully my brain will manage, The Skeezyks.

Slamjammer, technically, yeah, but basically, in at least my experience, there is a sound that can be interpreted as a beat/rhythm, musically speaking, which is enough to play along. (even though it seemed unusually "weird" xD)

Originally Posted by Slamjammer

Unless I am mistaken, you cannot actually "hear" binaural beats. They represent the phase difference between the left and right channels, which the brain resolves by creating a "third channel" equal to difference. This difference is typically in the 10Hz range, which is equivalent to the brains' Alpha state, but below the 20Hz cutoff for normal human hearing.

Yes, I hadn't thought about it. But that would be true. What you'd hear would be the two different beats that cause the brain to create that "third channel". Ve-e-e-e-ry in-ter-est-ing!

[PoorPrincess]

Very interesting thread, Skeezyks.
Thank you for bringing the discussion of experiences with binaural beats sounding to us here in this forum.

I've some little experience with holosynch, also with crystal bowls sound.
For me, the whole body crystal bowls experience was one of profound shift to true center, a clearing and refreshing of my being.

I still get the email invites from Bill Harris to buy into holosynch.
I've kept emailing back that I don't have seven years to 'wait' for a change.
I'm encouraged by the positive reports here in this thread.

Thanks again, Skeezyks.

Originally Posted by PoorPrincess

Very interesting thread, Skeezyks.
Thank you for bringing the discussion of experiences with binaural beats sounding to us here in this forum.

I've some little experience with holosynch, also with crystal bowls sound.
For me, the whole body crystal bowls experience was one of profound shift to true center, a clearing and refreshing of my being.

I still get the email invites from Bill Harris to buy into holosynch.
I've kept emailing back that I don't have seven years to 'wait' for a change.
I'm encouraged by the positive reports here in this thread.

Thanks again, Skeezyks.

Hello PoorPrincess: I don't know anything about holosynch or crystal bowls sound. I'm familiar with Tibetan singing bowls. Thanks so much for adding to my thread!