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dreaming, or concentrating on a problem can all be defined
as ASC. Brain wave frequencies are used to monitor ASC, and
certain frequencies of brain waves are characteristic of
specific states. The delta range, 0.5Hz to 4Hz, is evidenced
during sleep or when an individual is otherwise unconscious.
Alpha rhythms, from 8Hz to 13Hz, are associated with a more
aware state than theta or delta. Alpha usually occurs when
a person closes his eyes and relaxes for a moment. : Specific
ASC can be induced by drugs, hypnosis, meditation, and other
techniques. In Monroe’s case, ary ASC Ts induced and controlled
by means of audio stimulation, Without detailing scientific
YeSearch of more than 80 expérimental studies, the results
of this research can be simply stated as follows: When the
subject is in a state of sensory relaxation, minimally
influenced by ordinary perception, and experiencing an ASC,
parapsychological functioning is enhanced,
8. (S) It was at this point that the GONDOLA WISH concept
of training MI personnel was finalized. On 3 May 1978, Monroe
was recontacted and given a security indoctrination on the
sensitive nature of MI involvement with him and his training
program. Monroe agreed to keep all contact with this office
on a confidential basis, and not to discuss our involvement
with other members of MIAS, the press, other government
agencies, or anyone else, Monroe has agreed to train three
MI personnel in OOBE at his laboratory during October and
November 1978, for a fee of $2,000. This office is currently
in the planning phase for this training, and is ready to
proceed on schedule. This is to be a pilot training program.
If the program is successful in generating the OOBE state,
further training with Monroe may be negotiated to refine the
technique and enhance the intelligence collection component
of the OOBE.
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