One of the topics that is rarely discussed regarding subliminal, supraliminal or paraliminal recordings is that creating one can affect the listener in a negative way. By negative, it is meant that the recording will not help them and perhaps make the target problem become even worse. This article explains how this may happen even with the best purposes in mind, and regrettably, how this may be done intentionally.

Ideally, the goal of a subliminal or other similar type of self-help audio recordings is to help the listener in overcoming the target problem. If this is done properly, then the messages will be positive, delivered in the best way and trigger the subconscious change desired. But the messages may not be designed in the best way and can have a negative effect. This can be done by accident in writing message scripts improperly or even by design by people with ulterior motives.

Designing Messages the Wrong Way

Each of the message statements designed should address the target issue in a positive manner. If the guidelines for doing this are followed as presented in other articles, this should be relatively easy to do. It is strongly suggested that these be fully understood before writing any message script.

Avoiding the use of negative words, conditional terms and phrases is important, but it is possible that mistakes can be made. The result would be that the messages delivered are less than desirable and may not have the effect intended. For this reason it is essential to review both the message script and the audio segment created before mixing the final recording.

However, even with a small number of mistakes in the message script, the worst that will usually occur is that the final recording will not be as effective in resolving the target issue. In order to design a recording that has a negative effect, it must be done intentionally and with full knowledge of all the principles related to creating subliminal or other types of recordings.

What is a Negative Recording?

If created intentionally, a negative recording is no different from a positive one except for the target goal. For example, instead of the topic being losing weight, this could easily be reversed so that the goal was to gain weight.

But what is considered to be negative may be positive to another person. There are many people that have difficulty gaining weight and a recording targeting this issue would not be negative for them.

A true negative recording is one that the listener believes is designed to target their chosen issue, but in reality does exactly the reverse. Again, using weight loss as an example, if the listener seeks to lose weight, but the recording is designed to promote weight gain, then this qualifies as being a negative recording.

How a Negative Recording may be Unintentionally Acquired

Obviously, no one would likely choose to acquire and listen to a recording that renders their situation worse. But this is still possible if the following conditions are met:

• The recording is promoted as being able to address the issue
• The recording is purposely created to have the opposite effect
• The listener believes that the recording will help them
• The listener acquires and listens to the recording repeatedly

If these conditions were met, then the listener would likely experience the negative consequences of the recording. Fortunately, this is very unlikely to happen when purchasing subliminal or other types of recordings. Even if it did, it is highly probable that the creator of the recordings would sooner or later be found out and their unethical behaviors possibly lead to even criminal charges.

But there is another dark issue regarding creating negative recordings that must be addressed. This relates to someone who has the intention to psychologically control and negatively affect a particular person or perhaps a group of people.

If someone had the knowledge about how to create subliminal recordings, it is possible that they could create negative versions. Since it is unlikely that they could market these without being discovered, their only alternative would be to provide them to people that they know, but may dislike. However unethical and distasteful this may sound, it is possible.

Since it is possible, it is important that as a recording creator and a potential marketer of recordings that you understand how this could be done. By understanding how it can be done, you will have the knowledge to identify, avoid them and suggest to others that they are not helpful.

How to Create a Negative Recording

This information is provided so that you are able to understand how some individuals with the knowledge of creating subliminal recordings can use it to negatively affect other people. Using it for the intention of damaging other people in any manner is unethical and likely illegal.

As explained previously, the only difference between a positive and a negative subliminal, supraliminal or paraliminal recording is the nature of the messages and how they are designed and written.

Ironically, the best way to design a recording that implants negative messages is to do it in a positive manner. The message statements should be designed so that they promote what you would not prefer.

In other words, the message statements should be designed so that they suggest that the result is desirable. The subconscious mind does not understand between what is good or bad and will embrace any suggestions if they are presented properly.

Referring to the topic of weight loss, if the recording was intentionally designed to suggest weight gain, then some sample message statements would be as follows:

• I allow myself to gain weight
• I enjoy eating food at any time
• I prefer to relax and comfort my body
• I accept myself at being at a greater weight

These statements are obviously targeting the negative aspect of weight loss, but it is still necessary to convince the potential listener that the recording has the effect of promoting weight loss.

It is required that the potential listener feel that the recording can do what is promised. This can be done by engaging their trust so that they seem certain that the recording will affect them in a positive fashion.

To summarize, the possibility of negative recordings exists, no matter how disliked this may be. They may be created with or without intention but it is important that you understand how this can be done.

Having an understanding of how this is possible will enable you to identify them and perhaps warn others of the dangers. If you discover such recordings, it is advisable that you report them. You should never attempt to create a negative recording because the results may only inflict more harm to yourself than the person you intended it for.

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Some people listen to recordings while they sleep; be it to gain vocabulary, lose weight, or learn a new language.

Does this method work? And if so, how? Does it tap into the subconsciousness of a person?

As simple as it may seem, listening to a subliminal or other type of self-help recording involves more than just plug in and play. There are other aspects to the listening experience you should consider if you wish to optimize the effect the recording has. This article addresses and explains many overlooked important points of listening properly.

Whether you are creating subliminal, supraliminal or paraliminal recordings for personal use or for others, the bottom line is that they are of no use unless they are listened to. Even the highest quality recording will not achieve the targeted goal unless it is used and ideally in the best manner.

Assuming the recording you have created or obtained is designed and constructed appropriately, it will have specific characteristics, depending on what type of recording it is. You may already understand the differences between subliminal, supraliminal and paraliminal recordings. Because each type is unique, the best way to listen to them should also be unique.

How to Listen to a Subliminal Recording

The principle with a subliminal recording is simple in that there is a message track presented at an almost inaudible level. This track is mixed with an additional sound track that masks the messages and is appealing to the ear.

This type of recording is designed so that you can listen to it at anytime, because it does not require you to be able to relax. Ironically, it is better to listen to a subliminal recording in a relaxed setting. This is because there is less resistance to the messages from the subconscious mind when you are relaxed.

This does not mean that you should not listen to it when driving or engaged in activities requiring your attention. It only implies that it can be more effective if your conscious defense mechanisms are lowered. Listen to a subliminal recording any time possible, but if you have a choice, then choose a time when there are fewer conscious distractions around you.

Another suggestion is that you use headphones to listen to the recording if possible. This is not because there are alternating stereo voices as in a paraliminal recording, but rather that using headphones focuses the message and sound track directly. This also has the advantage of reducing any external sounds from the environment around you.

The volume at which you listen to a subliminal recording is also important and listening to any type of self-help recording should always be a pleasant experience. Set the volume of your playback device so that you can hear the masking track (ocean waves, for example), but not so loud in that they become irritating.

Equally important, listening at too low a volume may render the subliminal messages useless because they must be audibly perceptible, even if just barely noticeable. Adjust your volume to a level most comfortable for you by reducing it from a high point and moving downwards to a desirable setting.

Lastly, if you have the option, select a masking sound track that is acceptable to you. For some, water sounds may induce more frequent bathroom visits, and other people may simply not find the sounds of insects very appealing.

How to Listen to a Supraliminal Recording

As you are likely aware of, supraliminal recordings use message and sound tracks that are completely audible. In addition, they almost always contain initial relaxation message segments.

They are designed to introduce a state of relaxation so that the messages that follow are more readily accepted by the subconscious mind. This assumes that when you choose to listen to them you are prepared to become relaxed.

This point is sometimes forgotten and by this it is meant that you need to schedule a time to listen to the supraliminal recording. Even if you can only relax for a short time and perhaps only for 15 or 30 minutes, this is much more effective than listening to it when you are not able to relax.

You should also provide yourself with not just the time, but the environment in which to listen. Your preferences may involve a relaxing bath, lounging in a chair, or stretched out on a couch. As long as you are comfortable and can eliminate conscious distractions, your listening experience should be satisfying.

How to Listen to a Paraliminal Recording

Paraliminal recordings can be highly effective but only if they are listened to in the correct way. As with a supraliminal recording, scheduling and preparing for a period of relaxation is important. But with a paraliminal recording, you should anticipate listening for an extended period of time, and perhaps several hours.

Also, because a paraliminal recording incorporates multiple stereo tracks, messages are presented to both left and right channels. This may likely include brainwave tracks designed to induce an enhanced state of relaxation.

Using stereo headphones to listen to a paraliminal recording is not only suggested, but is required in order to achieve the best results. The embedded brainwave entrainment track presents tones of different frequency to each of the stereo channels and will have no effect unless both are audible at the same time.

As with a supraliminal recording, you should provide yourself with a comfortable environment in which to relax while listening. Ideally, this should be at the time when you retire for sleep.

You should also ensure that the stereo headphones you use fit comfortably, deliver high-quality sound and will not slip off your head while you are sleeping. Obtaining a set of quality stereo headphones is an excellent investment if they can help you achieve the goal that you have chosen.

In conclusion, achieving the benefits of what a subliminal, supraliminal or paraliminal recording can offer is only the beginning of a listening experience that ends in your ears. And what messages are delivered to your ears is dependent on how you choose to embrace them. Ideally, in a manner that has the greatest effect. So listen if you can, but choose to listen carefully.

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Selecting a subliminal or similar recording involves more than simply choosing one that addresses the goal you wish to achieve. Ideally, the type of recording you select should also match your lifestyle. This article outlines the differences between subliminal, supraliminal and paraliminal recordings and how to choose the type that is best suited for you.

Before deciding on a particular type of subliminal or similar recording it is important to understand the differences between them. Knowing how they differ will help you make the best choice for your particular situation. The more informed your decision is, the more likely the recording chosen will help you achieve your goal.

Not all subliminal recordings are truly subliminal in that they contain verbal messages that are almost inaudible and masked by a sound track. Supraliminal recordings contain messages that are completely audible and usually include an initial guided relaxation segment. Another type, paraliminal, is more complex and can include additional sound tracks that induce a specific type of brainwave state such as alpha, theta or variations of these.

Each of these three types (subliminal, supraliminal and paraliminal) are quite different, even though they may be designed to achieve the same self-help goal. That goal may be weight loss, increased motivation, overcoming addictions, achieving wealth, and many other targets.

Assuming that you have already carefully selected your goal, the next important question is: which type is best for your particular situation? Each person is unique and what may work for one person may not be suitable for another.

Depending on your lifestyle at home or at work, one particular type may be better for you than another. It is even possible that you can use all three different types, but there is no reason to do this unless you are certain they are suitable for you. The reasons for choosing only one type or possibly more than one are presented below.   

Power versus Convenience

Each recording type has a different level of power and convenience. Subliminal recordings are designed so that they do not require you to be in a relaxed setting and can be listened to at anytime. This includes driving or any activity that requires your conscious focus. Because of this, they are ideal for people that are highly active and have minimal time to relax.

The convenience level for a subliminal recording is higher than that of a supraliminal or paraliminal recording. However, it may take somewhat longer for a subliminal recording to achieve the changes desired. In terms of power, a subliminal recording is rated third and with respect to convenience, first.

A supraliminal recording should be listened to when you are able to enter a relaxed state, even if only for a short period. They should never be listened to when you need to be conscious and alert. Using a supraliminal recording when you have a minimum of 30 minutes or more to relax is acceptable and advised.

Because supraliminal recordings require you to relax, they are less convenient but have more power to introduce chance to your subconscious mind. The reason for this is that by introducing relaxation, the conscious mind is less active and is more likely to accept the messages presented. As such, supraliminal recordings are considered second with respect to convenience and also second with respect to power to introduce any desired change.

Paraliminal recordings are different from both subliminal and supraliminal recordings in that they require you to be able to relax for a longer period of time. They are best listened to when you decide to rest for an extended period, and ideally just before you retire to sleep.

Paraliminal recordings usually include multiple tracks presented in stereo. For this reason it is best to listen to them with stereo headphones to enhance their effect. Because of this, it can be difficult for some people to listen to.

A brainwave track is usually included in a paraliminal recording. The purpose of this is to enhance relaxation by using binaural tones that induce alpha or theta brainwaves. The brainwave sound track used is designed to make the messages presented more acceptable to your subconscious mind.

Because a paraliminal recording requires being able to completely relax for a longer period and preferably using stereo headphones, it is less convenient than either a subliminal or supraliminal recording.

The convenience level for a paraliminal recording is lower than that of a subliminal or supraliminal recording. The advantage in choosing a paraliminal recording is that it can be more powerful in how it introduces the change desired. In terms of power, a paraliminal recording is rated first and with respect to convenience, third.

Choosing Between Subliminal, Supraliminal and Paraliminal

A suggested way to choose between subliminal, supraliminal and paraliminal recording types is to consider your lifestyle. Asking yourself the following questions may help you to decide:

• Do you spend large amounts of time driving or commuting?
• Can you listen to a recording while driving or commuting?
• Do you have short periods of quiet time available to you?
• Are you able to listen to a recording for only a short period?
• Can you put on stereo headphones and listen without interruption?
• If you have a partner, would they mind if you listened to a recording?
• Can you sleep with stereo headphones on and without interruption?
• Are you able to sleep and listen to a recording overnight?

If you spend considerable time traveling to work and back and are able to listen to a recording, then a subliminal recording type is very likely suitable for you.

If you have only a small slice of time (30 minutes) each day that is uninterrupted then you can likely listen to a supraliminal recording. Even if this is only in the form of a short quiet period, it can be of benefit to you.

If you can wear stereo headphones while sleeping, then a paraliminal recording may be ideal, especially if you can sleep without interruption. If you are with a partner, stating to them that is for your benefit may help them understand.

It may be that one or more of the subliminal, supraliminal or paraliminal recording types is suitable for you. Only you can decide, so make sure it is what is best for you.

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There are only two major types of subliminal messages that are used to introduce changes in a person. The most commonly used form involves the use of audio recordings containing verbal subliminal messages.

Less commonly used are visual subliminal textual messages embedded within displayed images on a computer screen or video recordings. Audio subliminal recordings are normally delivered on audio CDs, DVDs and cassette tapes or as downloadable audio files.

Visual subliminal messages are presented as short text messages flashed at regular intervals on either a computer monitor or television screen. The messages are presented rapidly, repeatedly and their content based on the subject of interest. In most cases, display of the subliminal messages is controlled by a computer software program.

Audio subliminal recordings do not require any attention or effort. They can be listened to while resting or being active, depending on which is preferred. Subliminal messages delivered visually are only of benefit if they are visible.

This means that it is necessary to actively view the display presenting them. This is an advantage if using a computer because the visual messages would not interfere with other tasks being performed.

An early myth about subliminal messages was attributed to James Vicary who supposedly inserted visual text messages into movie clips presented at a New Jersey drive-in theatre in the 1950’s to increase soda and popcorn sales. This is completely false and was only a marketing attempt on his part in order to gain attention.

Types of Audio Subliminal Recordings

A true audio subliminal recording has a background audio track and a foreground audio track that are mixed together to create the final recording. The subliminal messages are contained within the message or background track.

This track is normally a recording of someone speaking short positive phrases related to the topic for desired change. It can also be created by using text-to-speech software as mentioned earlier and which is explained in detail later.

If the subject area was related to weight loss, typical messages phrases could be “I eat sensibly”, “I exercise regularly”, “My body shape improves with each passing day”, “I eat foods that are good for my body”, and many possible others. It is extremely important that these message phrases be written and recorded properly and guidelines for doing this are provided in a later section.

In addition to the subliminal message audio track, there is also a foreground or masking track that is designed to distract the conscious mind so that you are not aware of the subliminal messages being spoken.

The masking or foreground track may contain sounds of nature such as a waterfall, ocean waves, birds chirping, or a simple rainfall. Classical or contemporary music without vocal lyrics can also be used.

Another related type of “subliminal” audio recording is not actually subliminal and is called supraliminal. With this type, the message track can easily be heard and is not masked in any way.

The message track usually includes an introductory relaxation segment to guide the listener into a relaxed state. In addition, an audio track is added that contains sounds designed to soothe you. This type of recording should not be listened to if it is necessary to consciously focus on a task you are performing, such as driving.

With both subliminal and supraliminal audio recordings, usually two audio tracks (message and sound) are mixed together. The major difference is the recorded volume levels of each track. In subliminal recordings, the message track is significantly lower in volume than the foreground masking track. In supraliminal recordings, the volume levels for both tracks are essentially the same.

A third type of “subliminal” audio recording is again not truly subliminal and is called paraliminal. Three specially designed stereo audio tracks are mixed together to create the recording. A message track is used, but in this case will likely present different messages using both left and right audio channels.

The message track may also contain an introductory relaxation segment. A second sound track containing relaxing sounds of some type is also used. The third track is different in that it presents tones of different frequencies to each ear that cause the listener to enter a receptive alpha state in which brainwave activity slows down.

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The goal behind the use of subliminal messages is to bypass the conscious mind and submit suggestions directly into the subconscious mind without any reasoning or judgment by the conscious mind.

By being exposed to subliminal messages repeatedly, the expected result is that change is experienced at the subconscious level. Once this change is accepted into the subconscious mind, a person would act differently without necessarily knowing why. They would feel an inclination to choose one action over another because the subliminal messages had been accepted at the subconscious level.

If one was repeatedly told when they were a small child that “You will never be rich”, “You will never amount to anything”, “You will always be fat” or other such examples, then these suggestions can become embedded in the subconscious mind. At an early age it is very easy to influence the subconscious and unfortunately much of that may be carried forward to adulthood.

These issues should be addressed if possible by presenting subliminal messages that gradually remove them and replace them with new programming. For example, if a person was accustomed to being poor they could have several different types of subconscious blocks such as:

• I will never have enough money
• I do not deserve wealth
• I must work hard for any money I receive
• Wealthy people are evil

The concepts held by the subconscious could be replaced with the reverse of those in the list above, such as:

• I always have more than enough money
• I am deserving of wealth and abundance
• Wealth comes to me easily
• It is ok to be wealthy

Messages subliminally introduced into the subconscious mind can affect the actions that a person takes. The subliminal messages act to enter new programming into the subconscious mind. Old beliefs and fears are gradually eliminated and replaced by more positive programs.

The result would be that a person believed, felt and acted differently in contrast to their old patterns. They would behave differently because the subconscious mind would send back signals to the conscious mind encouraging them to exercise or eat in a healthy manner, if that was the content of the subliminal messages. The signals from the subconscious may surface as feelings, desires or even urges to take or not take certain actions.

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A subliminal message is any type of information or signal that can be presented to the human mind below the normal level of awareness. Subliminal is defined as:

“Not rising above the threshold of consciousness; designed to act on the mind at a subconscious level”. (Webster’s Encyclopedic Dictionary)

Subliminal is derived from “sub” (meaning below) and “limen”, (Latin for threshold).

Subliminal messages can actually be heard, seen or felt. However, because they are either at a low volume, presented extremely quickly or masked, it is unlikely that there will be awareness of them unless paying extremely close attention.

The messages are within the limits of physical perception, but below the level of normal consciousness. Created and delivered properly, they are received directly by the subconscious mind. Their potential power exists because the subliminal messages are not censored or judged by the conscious mind.

This does not mean that any subliminal message will be accepted by the subconscious mind. The messages must be designed, written, recorded and presented properly. Unless all of these aspects are addressed correctly, the messages will not be accepted and have the affect that is desired.

Subliminal Messages and the Conscious and Subconscious Minds

The definition of subliminal relies on the assumption that the human mind consists of two major components; the conscious mind and the subconscious mind. The conscious mind represents normal waking awareness and provides the abilities for reasoning, analysis, decision-making and focusing on a specific thought as directed. This is what you are using at this moment as you read this book.

The conscious mind has limited memory capabilities which you can prove immediately to yourself by attempting to recall exactly what you were doing one week or month ago. This can be difficult for virtually everyone, but what the conscious mind lacks in memory capacity is more than compensated by its ability to process information.

It also has the ability to function as a time machine in that it can retrieve memories from the past and virtually relive them or project into the future as to how things may or may not be. This is an extremely powerful capability that can either make life much better or unfortunately, much worse for a person, depending on how this is done and how frequently.

The conscious mind also acts as a filtering or censoring agent that will either accept or refuse certain ideas that are presented to it. If you were to directly suggest to yourself that you were already healthy and wealthy, but in fact were neither, you conscious mind would refuse the idea immediately. You may provide the suggestion or affirmation that “I am wealthy” and your conscious mind would simply respond “That is not true”. This is why it is necessary to present messages that bypass the conscious mind in any manner possible.

The subconscious mind is almost the reverse of the conscious mind in that it acts as a storehouse for all the events and experiences encountered throughout a lifetime. The details of these memories can be accessed and this has been proven by placing subjects into a state of hypnosis and using hypnotic age regression.

The subconscious is only capable of very simple reasoning and most of what is entered into it is interpreted almost literally. It is not able to analyze what is submitted to it but is more than capable of remembering it. This can be either of benefit or detrimental to your well-being.

A past experience that had an emotional effect on a person may still influence them in the present.  If past experiences, either good or bad remain in the subconscious then they may have an affect even in the present.

The subconscious will attempt to maintain the current state of programming for a person. If they have had past experiences that have programmed the subconscious to expect lack, ill-health, loneliness or many other characteristics, then the subconscious will attempt to keep the person in such a state. The subconscious will also strive to maintain any present habit, no matter good or bad until it receives new programming.

The subconscious mind also contains defense mechanisms that may make it more difficult for some types of messages to be accepted. This is usually dependent upon the personality and the more independent, self-controlling, self-empowered or free-spirited a person is, the more difficult it is for their subconscious to accept change. Fortunately, if the subliminal messages are designed properly, this is reasonably simple to overcome and is explained in a later section.

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