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Sports Performance

NHL Defenseman Kurt Sauer: ‘This is the power of the brain’

Kurt Sauer, Phoenix Coyotes defenseman and NHL All-Star, has “gone through the last 20-some months, trying to figure out what is going on.”
After nearly two years of searching for a solution for headaches, constant pain, lack of energy and sleep problems, Kurt came to Brain State Technologies®. With the help of founder Lee Gerdes, Kurt looked to turn back the clock to a time before he was cross-checked into the boards during a game against the Anaheim Ducks. This destructive hit left Kurt with a severe concussion and whiplash that has prevented him from playing the game he loves.
“I felt like I had a knife in the back of my shoulder blade; tingling made a line across the top of my head. There was a throbbing pain in my temples on both sides and then my vision went off. For two more weeks, I tried to play hockey. It didn’t work. I wasn’t doing well. Basically, I pulled the plug on myself after I tried to do a conditioning drill and it made me dizzy where I had the spins.”
Kurt has seen doctors specializing in the neck, spine and brain. According to Kurt, no one has been able to make a clear diagnosis.
“We’ve basically went through the last 20-some months, trying to figure out what is going on. Not one symptom has gotten better or disappeared. I did the medical. I went through the doctors. I went through vestibular. I went through physical therapy for my neck. I went through chiropractors, acupuncturists, doctors; multiple, MRIs, the whole works. Nothing yet has worked, so when I heard about Brainwave Optimization™, I was ready to learn more.”
After his first series of sessions, Kurt was sleeping better, his headaches were improved, and he had more energy.
“The technology is phenomenal. The biggest change for me is waking up in the morning. I have way less of a headache; a lot less – where now it’s easy to wake up. I even got to play football yesterday with my little boys and I didn’t feel like it knocked me out at all. That was the a first time in two years so that was great.”
NFL Standout Seth Joyner: ‘The brain’s the master key’

Seth Joyner, former Arizona Cardinals linebacker and Super Bowl XXXIII winner, has always understood that “the brain will direct the body to do what it already knows how to do.”

After years of doling out powerhouse tackles, sizzling sacks and taking his own hits, Joyner was curious about the effect on his brain. He came to Brain State Technologies to work directly with founder Lee Gerdes. Together, they monitored and measured Seth’s brainwave patterns to identify areas where balance, harmony and resilience could be improved. After several sessions, Seth noticed improvements in his sleep, clarity of thought, speed, strength and endurance.

“Lee Gerdes’ discovery is changing everything we thought we knew about the human brain,” said Joyner. “After experiencing Brainwave Optimization myself, I understand why he believes that the human brain has infinite possibilities. I’m sharing my story because I believe there are so many people who don’t know about this technology and for whom it can have enormous benefit.” Joyner actively advocates that young people, high-performance athletes, and retired players pay attention to what trauma – physical and emotional – can do to their brains and pursue new modalities that can bring the brain back to optimal performance.

“The Brain is the master key. Because the brain will direct the body to do what it already knows how to do. And as far as sports are concerned, I’ve seen the natural evolution, the growth.

When I first started playing guys would come to training camp to get into shape. Nowadays if you come into training camp to get into shape you are out of a job. So you are in shape all year round, you’re training all the time. And I feel like the human body, I know the human body has limits you can only go so far.

So what’s the next frontier? What’s the next level? How do we take performance to the next level? I’m not even talking about performance enhancing drugs. I’m just talking about how do you naturally get your body to supersede what it’s doing now? And I am thoroughly convinced, it’s all in your head. If you can get this, the minute you can get this balanced up, make the changes here. Then you can make your body do things that you never dreamed it could do.”

Seth Joyner

Seth Joyner experienced Brainwave Optimization™ at Brain State Technologies, Scottsdale, Arizona, United States
X.X., 33, World Class Swimmer & Financial Services Manager

“X.X. is a world class swimmer and manager of over 150 people in a financial institution. After Brainwave Optimization for 5 sessions, she was able to beat her 30-year best time record, and two days later completed a business plan in hours that would have taken her months to complete previously. “Within the first 5 sessions, I was able to beat my own 30-year best record! The Brainwave Optimization has given me a whole new perspective.”
B.N., 53, TV Producer

“Life is hell, but golf game isn’t. Thought I’d bring you up to date with what’s happening with my golf game. There must be a long term residual effect from your program. We haven’t seen each other for a few months, but my golf game continues to improve. If memory serves me, when we started my handicap was around a 12. Think it got down to about a 9 at the end of the year. Currently, as of 4/1 it’s at an 8.3, and I expect it to be under an 8 when the new ones come out in May. Hitting the ball great off the tee. Irons are better than they were, and putting has significantly improved. Not missing many short ones, and it’s not unusual for me to make at least one or two 20 footers in a round. I think I’ve only been over 81 twice in about the last 12-15 rounds.

I’ve noticed that I seem to get “in the zone” more often and stay there longer. About 3 weeks ago, I had a 34 (2 under) on the front 9 at Palm Valley. Then of course I started thinking about the score rather than the next shot and immediately shot a 42 on the back. Still, 76 ain’t bad.”

“...well, things are looking up! Made an 82 on Sat from 6500 yards on a course I have never played. Front side 39, back 43. Screwed up one hole on the back...took an 8 (ouch!)...made some dumb decisions and went from bad to worse. However, the good news is that in the past, when I've had a hole like that, it bothers me for the next two or three holes and I'll at least bogey or double bogey. This time, it didn't bother me, and I made par on the next three!”

Sleeping

L. C. Female, 50 years old

I would like to take this opportunity to thank Jeff Horton, a Master Level II
Trainer with The Ideal Mind.
I am a 50 yr old woman who has suffered from and has been taking medications for depression, anxiety, insomnia and
obsessive-compulsive disorder for most of my adult life.
I noticed a dramatic difference after my first 2 Brain Training sessions with Jeff. I felt a sense of calm and peace that I
hadn’t ever remembered feeling in my life. I slept so well and remembered dreams that night after the 2 sessions and
continue to do so now.
By the 10th Brain Training session I was able to get off all sleeping, OCD and anxiety
medications. I am only taking100mg of my prescribed anti-depressant down from 300mg
that I had been taking for years.
It has now been over 6 months since my Brain Training sessions and I am still off my medications, sleeping great,
continue to feel a deep sense of inner peace and harmony.
I feel so blessed to have experienced Brain Training with Jeff from The Ideal Mind.
N.W., Marketer

Before Brainwave Optimization, sleep was such a rough spot in my day. I would dread the thought of going to bed, knowing that I would be lying awake for hours. Going to work every morning on only 2-3 hours of sleep was slowly, but surely running me straight into the ground. My focus was gone, I became moody and irritable, and I began taking my frustration and exhaustion out on the ones I loved. I was unable to get any kind of sleep without the help of prescription drugs and had tried everything! I truly felt helpless. That is, until I found Brainwave Optimization. After only two sessions…I had slept the entire night without waking once! I woke up refreshed and excited to continue on my journey of healing! It was so great! I strongly urge anyone struggling with the same sleepless problem I had to use Brainwave Optimization. IT WORKS!
C.M., 62

“I’m sleeping so well every night now, for me to do that is amazing as I’ve had years and years of disturbed sleep. I used to have restless legs, and now they don’t bother me in the night. I’m so very grateful.”
SGT. D.F., U.S. Army 10th MTN. Div. Purple Heart Recipient

"After Brainwave Optimization I am now sleeping better than I ever have, and I am happy to say that my irritability / anger has decreased significantly. The anxiety I previously experienced is now in my control, meaning that I understand my own frustrations and can take effective measures to resolve issues, minimizing stress and anxiety. The best part of the technology is that I never had to mention a thing about my combat experiences as this is not a "talk" solution. I am truly thankful to BST for all the relief this Brainwave Optimization has brought to me and my family."
R.P., Controller

“I wanted you to know how much BST has helped me. After completing just one session I felt calmer and less stressed. Since completing 12 sessions I am able to get quality sleep, feel relaxed, and able to focus throughout the day. My sleep patterns have gone from waking up four or five times a night to one or none. There is a calmness that I feel throughout the day and the tension in my neck and shoulders have significantly decreased. I am able to complete many more tasks in a day due to being focused and organized. It has only been a week since my last session and I continue to see improvements everyday.”

PTSD

M. G. Male, 49 years old

My life contains all the normal stressors; bills, house projects, work, spouse,
child, family obligations, etc. In addition, I am also an active military reservist
and an Iraqi veteran. I have been in the military since 1988, serving on both
active duty and reserves. Since returning from Iraq in April 2004, I have been
extremely stressed, hyper-vigilant, anxious and easily set-off to explosive anger. My newfound emotions left my family
unhappy, friends confused and work questioning my sanity.
Within the last few months, I knew I was getting closer and closer to a complete stress/anxiety induced breakdown, or
explosion, its hard to say which way it would go. Work also noticed my increased level of stress and anger, scaring some
and causing concern among others. My mind was in a constant cycle of thoughts coming and going, impossible to sort,
categorize or control. It seemed like a hundred little men were all trying to gain my attention by shoving ideas, concepts
or tasks to the front of my mind at the same time. Each little man wanted my complete focus, and as the little man
gained my focus, another little man would shove him aside, restarting the cycle.
Now, I am able to focus on each task at hand, and the hundred little men have been replaced by one little man, who
only gives me one task at a time. I find I am able to focus clearly, my anger has subsided, and I haven’t verbally attacked
anyone. My flashbacks and hyper-vigilance have been reduced to a manageable level. I have
stopped drinking massive amounts of coffee every morning replacing it with tea. Although
this may seem minor to some, I haven’t missed my morning cup of coffee in years. To stop
drinking coffee, simply by choice, seemed impossible prior to Brainwave Optimization. I have
also reduced or eliminated my nightly alcohol intake. Again, this alcohol reduction is based on
my choice, not my past need to slow down the little men in my head or a desire to ward off
anxiety induced insomnia.
Additionally, and perhaps most important, I can focus on my wife and son while we are together. Our family time is not
shared with work, Iraq, or that deep, dark place that we don’t want revealed to those we love.
I truly believe Brainwave Optimization and The Warrior Transition Project have given me back my life.
CPT, USAF, RET

“From the initial assessment to the final session, your staff of technologists and administrative personnel showed a refreshing professionalism, punctuality, and positivism. All of this served to create a space where I felt safe letting go of some deeply held tension. The seizures in my hand reminded me of the tense moments of flying my A-10 attack jet during air refueling, weather formation flights, and sketchy surface attack and close air” support” missions throughout South Korea, Arizona, and Alaska. But, there was clearly a lot more stored tension than just that incurred through my military service. The feedback I received from the BST staff and the BSC equipment has given me clear benchmarks for opening and connecting with a space of rejuvenation, relaxation, and release. Your team at BST and this process of BSC put effective tools for “letting go” into my hands. You offered this experience to me as a veteran service-member, but I must thank you as a human being. I can’t express enough, my gratitude for your hospitality, encouragement, generosity, and attention to detail!”

General Health

V.H. 59, Female

I was in the hospital to give Ben birth. I came to the hospital and was in the delivery room. After that I had a stroke with Ben still in my body. And then after that I came out of the operation room and I couldn’t talk, couldn’t walk, my head was open.
During labor Virginia suffered an aneurysm caused by a blood clot the size of a lemon in the speech center of the left hemisphere of her brain.
The right side of my arm and leg and face is paralyzed. I had to learn again what it was to talk again. I had to go in the wheel chair because I didn’t know how to walk. Every day practice how to stand up and sit down or walk a few steps and come back again then sit down because I was tired, it was very strenuous. The speech to, every day I have to learn again how to talk. ABC’s and everything, it’s hard to do that because you are an adult and you should know that, then all of a sudden wham you don’t know anything; it is very very sad. Every day I go to the hospital. Then about 1 year and 8 months I did that every day, speech again OT again and PT. And then after that the insurance was gone. So then I got home and worked every day, every day. The difference is I still have Ben, he came out and he was okay, wonderful. Every day I say to myself this is good this is really, really good for Ben, and it is, it’s wonderful.
Virginia describes how Brainwave Optimization has helped her with the injuries caused by her stroke.
To me this is very, very good for me. A lot of people have problems, everybody has them. But if you want to do this I think it is a good idea. The one that I am really happy about is the song, I love to sing. Without the words I can sing la-la-la-la-la, and that’s fine except there is something wrong with that and it’s the words, and I couldn’t do that. And now I can sing song with the words and I was really, really surprised, I thought the end of it was right there, but this is really, really nice. Waking up in the morning I got really tired all the time, and now I don’t have that problem at all, and that’s a plus. Just to me coming here and doing the speech and also singing, that is wonderful, l think that is really a nice gift. Talking I can’t believe it, it’s just a miracle.
A.D., Performer

“As a performer, I receive flowers after shows; but never before have I smelled them. On Saturday evening following a show, I was given flowers and I finally smelled them. The next day, my family BBQ’d some ribs--they were the tastiest ribs ever now that my smell is coming back. I’m only in the middle of my sessions too and my headaches have seemed to subside.”
Z.B., 66, Business Owner

“I had only eight sessions and achieved things I didn’t even expect. The changes started occurring during the very first session. After only half an hour of Brainwave Optimization I started to gain feeling in my heel which was numb for several years. I had swollen legs for a couple of years and this problem also went away after three days of Brainwave Optimization. My blood pressure went from 160-98 to 140 - 83. I also got rid of the pain in my neck which was bothering me for a long time.”

Feeling Down

B. H. Female

recently completed a treatment of 10 Brainwave Optimization sessions.
I wanted to do the sessions to relieve anxiety and depression. My primary
outlook most of my life has been braced in fear and
a heavy cloud of fog in my mind. I have had a steady diligence of psychotherapy, meditation
and yoga for the last 20 years of my life. The fog persisted, I continued to experience despair
even though my wisdom knew I had a joyful spirit. Since my Brainwave Optimization sessions,
I have experienced a consistent - even clarity and crispness - in my mind and I am not worrying
at all. The depression and fog have disappeared. I am experiencing my life in a brand new way
with new eyes and a renewed sense of optimism. I am experiencing that Brainwave Optimization works, and it is real. I
will return for intermittent treatments as I recognize other aspects of my life I would like to work on.
K.C., 41, Project Manager

“Where do I start? Brainwave Optimization has changed my life in so many positive ways, I can’t begin to list them all. Each session has yielded powerful insights and helped me harness my inner strength and guidance. Depression and mood swings have lost their hold on me, and I now feel confident that my life is on track. I highly recommend this to anyone who wants to go to the next level.”
D.M., 44, Corrections Officer

“Before starting sessions I was depressed and had been for nearly two years. I could not sleep, was unproductive, unmotivated and could not snap out of it after going through a very difficult divorce. Since doing sessions, I am no longer depressed, what used to take me three days to get done, I now get done in three hours. My sleep has more than doubled. I feel hopeful, I feel happy. “Things” don’t bother me, they just roll off. I don’t feel stressed by things anymore. Working with Brainwave Optimization has completely changed my daily quality of life. I’m so much more productive, alive, focused, hopeful and motivated.”

Addiction

J.D. 60

Hi Shannon, I have wanted to send you a note of thanks and a short testimonial for a long while. The results I have noticed have been wonderful-. My thoughts are much calmer and clearer which is translating to physical relaxation. It now seems like I am “In Tune.” As you know chronic pain has been a big factor in my experience resulting in addictive behaviors and sleep issues- These have largely dissipated. I can now see patterns of reactions; see them for what they are and deal with them in a positive way. (I am also more aware of others patterns too!) I would highly recommend this training to anyone and am sure you are seeing incredible results from all your clients. Thank you, Shannon, for all your work. You were a pleasure to work with and have a remarkable talent.
F.M., 48, Software Engineer

“My motivation to do Brainwave Optimization was to get rid of my nicotine addiction, and that is no longer an issue. Using this technology I discovered how to switch off my thoughts and experience bliss. That allowed me to tap into my creativity at a whole new level. Its been an extraordinary journey.”
G.P., 21, Student

“My Brainwave Optimization has stuck and I’m sure it will stick for just about everybody else. If they put in the work they will achieve much better results and in that way the training will stick forever.

I think people from rehabs are definitely a market to target. When people become drug addicts/alcoholics they will for the rest of their lives be drug addicts/alcoholics. They will continue to crave for the rest of their lives. But it does get easier as time goes on. If I look at the people in recovery in the rehab that I was at, everyone is a nervous wreck and it has only been now that I am calmer, that I have realized this. The Brainwave Optimization helps to speed up the recovery process so that you don’t feel so nervous/anxious while sorting out the main psychological reasons for being a drug addict at the same time, therefore reducing cravings and making the initial hard part of recovery so much easier. I relapsed after going to rehab and still craved meth, but Brainwave Optimization has suppressed that a hell of a lot. There will always be triggers that might set you off and that’s where a clear brain and additional coping mechanisms that rehabs teach people come in. I have still had cravings since Brainwave Optimization, but it has hardly been a craving in that sense. It’s just a thought that just as quickly as it enters my mind is forced out and I hardly take any notice. It also happens so very rarely that it does not concern me.”

Cognition

Norah, Female

The past few years have been filled with changes and I felt like I was swimming in mud most of the time. I had had a few experiences with neurofeedback but when I had the opportunity to experience brain balancing the results were amazing.
I started to feel energized immediately. Then I noticed how much clearer my thinking was and how much more alert I felt. I also received a release in my creative thinking. As an artist, I was battling with creative block; during the sessions, I was consistently getting ideas. They were coming so fast I had trouble “quieting” my mind. My artwork has taken a totally new direction and my freedom to experiment is at an all-time high.
I am so grateful for the opportunity to experience brain balancing and thankful to Jackie Gates of New Life Brain Center for introducing me to this life-changing technology.
Wynonna Judd

“Hi, my name’s Wynonna and I am a recovering entertainer. I’ve had countless therapists. I was always in some kind of process with a teacher saying, ‘We really love Wynonna, but we can’t get her to focus.’ My mom’s book says I was born singing on perfect pitch in search of true harmony and balance, and I think that’s true, but I was also born into chaos.

I spent a lot of my career putting on the brakes to slow things down because I tend to go at it at 100 miles per hour. So I had a real problem with being late. I battled performer’s anxiety. I spent a lot of my career in that mode, wanting to show up and sing the music, but feeling the cost was too great. And here I was at the Grand Ole Opry a couple of weeks ago (after Brainwave Optimization), I showed up early, prepared, calm and open to talking to people, which has never happened. Read More about Wynonna

Wynonna Judd, singer, Nashville, Tennessee
K.W., 53, Realtor

“I no longer wake up in a fog, I am much more organized at work and I’ve been able to cut way down on my pain medication. This technology is amazing."
B.T., 40, IT RECRUITER

“When I first started Brainwave Optimization I noticed an immediate calming of my mind. I referred to it as a decrease in my overall irascibility factor. Some might describe this as an irritating white noise that is playing (always) in the back of my brain.

I noticed just how much the Brainwave Optimization was helping me when I stopped for a month and then came back to it. The results were immediate and even more dramatic. Where there had been disharmony and discord there was now some very welcome serenity. If pressed, I would describe this serenity as a radically reduced level of brain white noise resulting in an ability to better see the normal trials, tribulations, and challenges of life in any given day for what they really are.”

Stress

B.S., 29, Store Supervisor

“I am a single mother of three, going to school, in the process of moving to California, and became completely overwhelmed with worry and indecision. After Brainwave Optimization, I can reason on a much more even level and things just seem to come together much easier and quickly. The doubt and worry have subsided to almost nil, and I feel now that I am in command. Thank you very much.”
I.A., 46

“I have had an issue of depression, anxiety, emotional overreactions to unfairness and being stuck in the past with regrets and sadness having overwhelming presence in my daily life. I was pathetically disabled in being punctual because, most of the time, I could not leave the house before it would be clear I would be on the late side. I have had Brainwave Optimization for 15 sessions, which provided my transformation into being a calm, lighter person. I no longer carry too much anger in me. If I get upset about something it does not stay with me to ruin the rest of the day anymore. I can clearly detect my ability to recognize my emotions in different situations and most of the time be able to control myself. My son told me that I do not get angry as I used to be, which was very nice to hear. It would have been nice if I had not lost so much precious time to sadness, anger, anxiety and depression while I raised my children. Nevertheless, I am so happy to be able to get rid of that helpless feeling, I have a strong feeling my children and husband benefit from this new state of being and so am I.”