There are two reasons for this. First, headphones allow you to introduce the pure higher resonant frequencies of the DIFFUSION audio tool close to the brain, to allow it to go into resonance quickly. The brain then sends appropriates signals through the spinal chord to the various parts of the body to relax and heal.

The second reason is to introduce different frequencies to each ear to induce balance in both sides of the brain. The frequencies change every 1-1/2 minutes.

Please note that you can use quality stereo ear buds instead of stereo headphones. Avoid using noise-cancelling headphones/ear-buds.

The DIFFUSION audio tool actually uses 8 crystal bowls to generate the different tones, which are arranged in several layers. What you hear most prominently is the first layer which contains two tones that repeat throughout the whole audio recording. The tones on the other layers change every 1-1/2 minutes, which may or may not be discernible to you. You can relax knowing that by the time DIFFUSION is done playing it re-balances the whole of your body.

Preliminary investigation has shown that DIFFUSION actually induces delta, theta and alpha brainwaves simultaneously. The image below is a snapshot from an EEG scan that shows typical brainwave activity when DIFFUSION is playing.

Delta brainwaves (0 - 4 Hz shown in purple) typically occur when you are in deep sleep. This state has long been associated with deep healing. Theta brainwaves (4 - 8 Hz shown in magenta) are typically associated with deep relaxation, stress relief, calmness, light sleep and dreaming, enhanced creativity, meditation, as well as transference to long-term memory. Alpha brainwaves (8 - 12 Hz shown in cyan) are typically associated with visualization, problem solving, mental clarity, creativity. Beta brainwaves (15 - 40 Hz shown in deep blue, and other colours to its right) are typically associated with the heightened state of alertness and concentration found during normal waking hours.

Because DIFFUSION can induce delta, theta, and alpha brainwave states simultaneously, it is very important to set an intent to direct what you want the DIFFUSION audio tool to do for you.

Breathing is very important, but you do not have to struggle to establish proper breathing techniques right away. To begin with, start breathing at a pace that is comfortable to you as you listen to the tones on the DIFFUSION audio tool. The suggestion below can help you breathe to the tones.

Set aside a few minutes daily so you can learn to expand your breathing. You do not need to listen to DIFFUSION as you do this exercise. Breathe in slowly as you quietly count to two. Then gently hold your breath as you quietly count to two. Then gently exhale as you quietly count to two. Repeat this a few days so you get comfortable with the breathing. Then slowly increase the count on the inhale to three, hold for two, and exhale on three. Repeat this for a few days until you feel comfortable. Then increase the count by one on your inhale, hold, and exhale. Repeat this for a few more days, and increase the count. Before you know it, your breathing pattern will have changed and you should have no difficulty keeping up with the DIFFUSION tones.

You must set an intent before you play the DIFFUSION audio tool. If good sleep is what you desire, then set an intent for deep, restful and restorative sleep before you play the DIFFUSION. Gently breathe in and out through your nose in rhythm with the two repeating tones on the DIFFUSION audio tool and let them gently lull you to sleep — do not strain to listen to the tones.

Also avoid caffeinated drinks, alcohol, smoking, or any activity that can leave you feeling agitated before going to bed.

There can be many reasons why you wake up in the middle of the night and cannot go back to sleep. If needed, play DIFFUSION again so you can go back to sleep.

As you start to use the DIFFUSION audio tool regularly you will find that you need less sleep, because the tones rejuvenate your body leaving you fully rested, calm and energetic so you can have a great start to the day in the morning.

All tones on the DIFFUSION audio tool are carefully arranged to re-balance the whole of your being. Certain tones on the audio clip may gently trigger memories of some long-suppressed experiences (this is done for the purposes of re-balancing them), while other tones will then quickly and safely transmute the charge around the unresolved emotions and feelings associated with those memories. However, the conscious mind may not quite understand all of this and fight to keep the memories suppressed, and may instead signal you that the tones are uncomfortable or irritable. Gently breathe in and out through your nose, and stay with your emotions and feelings so DIFFUSION can continue to transmute them.

If it feels more comfortable for you, wait for two or three days to give your conscious mind a chance to adjust, and try again. Once the unresolved emotions and feelings around those memories are diffused, the tones will no longer bother you.

Some “issues” in our lives are simple, but others are not. If the clarity you seek is not readily apparent, start asking probing questions and keep an open mind to the answers that come to you through your own thoughts and feelings. When you start probing you may realize that there are a number of complex things going on. Asking the question “Why?” will help you to probe deeper and deeper so you can understand the whole picture.

In cases like these, you may need to listen to DIFFUSION several times before you get to the bottom of it. You will need to set a different intent each time to help you probe deeper. Remember to keep the intent really simple and precise. If the answers do not come right away, they will come to you in the hours and days ahead. The answers will be in the subtle things around you – in your thoughts, feelings and even in your interactions with others. Be sure to keep a journal and write down your inner thoughts and feelings so you can connect all the dots. It is like putting together a puzzle, so be patient and you will see the whole picture emerge as you connect the dots.

Despite what you are perceiving, something does take place. The question is - are you really willing to be open to what is going on in your life? Try and keep an open mind to any new awareness that is opening up, and you will indeed see what is actually happening.

Application	Frequency of Use	Notes
Stress relief	Play DIFFUSION as needed	Sample Intent: "I set my intent to release stress and experience deep relaxation."
Deep restorative sleep	Play DIFFUSION at bedtime as needed	Sample Intent: "I set my intent to have 8 hours of deep, restful and restorative sleep."
Calm the mind and emotions	Play DIFFUSION as needed	Sample Intent: "I set my intent to transmute any unresolved emotions and feelings, and calm my mind"
Mental clarity (for decision making or clarity on specific issues)	Play DIFFUSION at BEDTIME. If additional sessions are required, try and allow 3 days between each session in order to give you time to connect the dots. Journal your thoughts, emotions and feelings. You can also use DIFFUSION for this purpose as you sleep, so the clarity you seek is available to you in your waking hours.	Sample Intent: "I set my intent to transmute any unresolved emotions and feelings, calm my mind, and have clarity on... (insert the specific issue you are dealing with).."
Clear general negativity	Play DIFFUSION during the DAYTIME. If additional sessions are required, try and allow 3 days between each session.	Sample Intent: "I set my intent to transmute unresolved emotions and feelings, and release outdated beliefs."
Meditation	Play DIFFUSION as needed	Sample Intent: "I set my intent to calm my emotions and my mind, and to move into a deep meditative state." Note: Breathing is very important, so time it to the repeating tones on the audio clip.