Liquid Crystal GSR

October 24, 2007 – 3:44 pm

AWARE SQUARES

Much like a thermometer, Aware Squares accurately monitor your system’s
blood flow and allow you to view your body’s physical response to daily
stressors.

Aware Squares are completely safe when affixed to any external part of
the body. We recommend placing them on one of your hands, at the base
between your thumb and forefinger. This will allow for maximum viewing.
Another placement suggestion is affixing an Aware Square on the inside
portion of your wrist. By placing clear adhesive tape over the square and
gently affixing both ends of the tape to your wrist, the Aware Square can
stay on for hours.

It is very simple to apply the Aware Square. Gently bend a square
between thumb and forefinger to peel off the white backing, allowing the
adhesive to show. Then affix to skin area by lightly pressing.

There are times when the effects of a light and sound session can be
very subtle. Our mental, emotional and physical response to the session can
be difficult to determine. This is one example of how Aware Squares can
prove valuable. Before you begin a session, place an Aware Square on your
hand. Allow 2-3 minutes for the square to activate. Observe the color of the
square. Experience the session. Upon session completion, again observe the
square. Did the color change? Are you mentally aware of any differences?
Quite often, utilizing Aware Squares as a “before and after” indicator will
help us become mentally aware of the changes we experience from a light and
sound session.

Another facet of Aware Squares are the edges. There will be occasions
when your Aware Square will be one solid color. Other times, you will notice
that the edges are a different color than the center portion. This is an
excellent indicator of which direction you are headed in. For example, say
your square is green, representing a “normal” state, but the edges are blue.
This tells you that you are in the normal mode, but are leaning towards a
more tranquil state. Likewise, if the middle is green but the edges are
yellow, chances are you may be getting a bit tense.

Just as our awareness to the benefits of a light and sound session can
be heightened through the use of Aware Squares, so too can we become aware
of our response to daily stress. Wear an Aware Square at work or school.
What situations cause the square to lighten? Being aware of your physical
response to stress will allow you to take action, to safeguard against the
negative effects of stress.

Aware Squares were tested at and work best in an environment where the
temperature is approximately 73 degrees Fahrenheit. Please download or print
the following general color interpretation chart (of skin temperature in
degrees Fahrenheit) so you will always have it available:

Violet 94+ Relaxed

Blue 92.5 Tranquil

Green 91 Normal

Yellow 90 Upset

Brown 89 Tense

Black 88- Stressed

Aware Squares were tested at and
work best in an environment where
temperature is about 73 degrees F.

DIRECTIONS

AWARE SQUARES are completely
safe and can be placed on any external
part of the body. We recommend placing
them at the base between thumb and
forefinger for maximum viewing.
Simply squeeze AWARE SQUARE
with thumb and forefinger to peel off
backing and affix to skin area by gently
pressing.
Allow a few minutes to pass, then view
your AWARE SQUARE. Compare color
to enclosed interpretation chart.

Liquid Crystal GSR:

Remember Mood Rings? How about Biodots and more recently Aware Squares?
Liquid crystal sheets are the same thing! They are an effective, reusable
and cost-effective means for determining your physical state.

Many of us who use light and sound instruments would like GSR devices to
measure our physical reaction to states of stress and relaxation, but the
only choices available outside of spending a couple of thousand dollars are
audio-based / tone-stimulated units that are battery operated. And most of
them are pretty good. But what about those of us who prefer visual
stimulation over audio, and want it fast. Liquid Crystal GSR is the perfect
indicator of how you are affected by a light/sound session. Place your hand
on the sheet, count to 30, remove your hand and compare it to the color
interpretation chart. Do the same right after the session and see if any
changes occurred. Very basic method, and accurate.

Liquid crystal sheets are quick acting and provide an accurate gauge for
monitoring blood flow and physical stress. These sheets are a versatile and
economical tool for those who are personally concerned in controlling stress
and pressures encountered in their daily lives. Each sheet is 12″ x 12″ with
a peel-off backing and can be easily cut with scissors. By cutting into
small squares and peeling off the backing, you can adhere the liquid crystal
between your thumb and forefinger for an indefinite time. This allows you to
visually track your physical responses to stressors when it matters most.
For example, any golfers out there? How’s your putting game? Do you inhale
or exhale before you putt? Visibly check your physical state as you play
your round. Be aware of your physical responses to how you play, it could
lower your score. And what about students studying for an exam? Studies have
shown being in a relaxed state is more conducive to learning than being
anxious. Having a liquid crystal square affixed to your hand could help you
in maintaining a more relaxed and focused state.

Liquid Crystal GSR is available in three different temperatures: 68-77
degrees Fahrenheit (changes color at a transition point just about equal to
room temperature); 77-86 degrees Fahrenheit; 86-95 degrees Fahrenheit
(changes color just slightly below body temperature). Each sheet is 12″ x
12″ and comes with an adhesive, peel-off backing.

Aware Squares copyright Michael Landgraf and Chris Williams, Granada Hills,
CA., April, 1998

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