Getting StartedCongratulations! You now possess a very valuable software tool that has been lovingly designed tohelp you accomplish your goals in life. Natura can help you concentrate and focus when you needto, then relax after your work is done. A peaceful mind and relaxed body lead the way to a happy andhealthy you!

To begin using Natura, we suggest exploring the factory presets to become familiar with the widerange that Natura offers. Don't be afraid to click around and explore the features and settings. Bepatient and soon you will learn how easy it is to use Natura.

Have fun and remember that Natura was designed for what youneed: concentration and relaxation. Now you have the ideal tool to help you make every day better!

Sound SelectClick the round buttons to play the sound. Click the same button, which now has a green center, tostop the sound. Drag the slider to the right to increase the individual sound. Drag it to the left todecrease the sound.

You can select two or more sounds at the same time, such as one of the "Ocean Waves" buttons aswell as a "Wind Chimes" button. However, you cannot play multiple sounds from one category, forexample "Singing Birds", together.

When using the Brainwave Synchronizer, click the large button to turn it on. Then click on "selectfrequency". Click a round button to play a frequency. To stop all Brainwave Synchronizer sounds,click the large green button.

Volume ControlsDrag the sliders to change the volume. Drag the slider to the right to increase the volume. Drag theslider to the left to decrease the volume.

In addition to the individual sound sliders, there is a "MASTER VOLUME" slider, located under theBrainwave Synchronizer , to control the overall volume of Natura.

Factory ColorsUnder "BACKGROUND", click the "color" button to cycle through the preset colors.

Custom ColorChoose a custom color with the color picker. Under "BACKGROUND", click the "custom" button tobring up the color picker. Drag the square around the circle to select desired color. Drag the tinysquare inside the large color square to adjust the tone. Click the "X" to close.

Background ImagesChoose from several images to customize the background. Roll over the image button (under"BACKGROUND"). Click on the foward or backward arrow button to select a new background.

AffirmationsMake inspirational affirmations part of your Natura experience. You can use one of the affirmationsthat are included with Natura or add your own. The affirmations function can be used with or withoutthe Visualization feature.

Click the affirmations icon (between "PLUG-INS" and the timer function) to open the affirmationswindow. Click the "presets" button to cycle through some examples. If you find one you like, clickthe circle next to "Show Text", then click the "OK" box to close.

To add your own affirmations, click the affirmations icon and select the text in the affirmationswindow. Press "Enter" on your keyboard to delete the text. Type in your own affirmation. Click thecircle next to "Show Text", then click the "OK" box to close.

TimerClick the "timer" button to reveal the timer function in the visualization window. Choose betweenthree ending sounds: chime, alarm, or silence. Select one by clicking on the button next to it. Wesuggest: "chime" for the close of a meditation or work session; "alarm" for the end of a nap; "silence"for falling asleep.

You can also opt to fade out the audio at the end by checking the "Fade out" box. Fade out graduallydecreases the audio starting 1 minute from the end of a timed session. This option can be used inconjuction with chime, alarm, or silence.

Select your desired time amount by clicking on a numbered box. The timer will immediately begingcounting down and only the time itself will remain in the visualization window. If you decide tochange your ending sound while the timer is counting down, click "timer", select a different soundending, then click the "X" to close.

When the timer has ended and chime or alarm was chosen, an "alarm off" button will be shown as theending sound is played. Click this button to stop the ending sound. If you do not stop the sound, it willautomatically end in less than a minute.

Click "off" next to "timer" to completely close the timer function.

Stop and ResumeClick the stop button to turn off all the sounds. This action saves the settings for your current session. Click the resume button to restore what was playing before you pressed the stop button.

If you close an active session by clicking the "X" in the upper right corner, the settings for yourcurrent session will be saved. When you open Natura again, click the resume button to resume thesession.

Important note: If you press the stop button and then close the application, your previous settings willbe lost. If you need to close Natura, but want to resume your session later, make sure the audio is stillplaying when you close it. In other words, if you want to resume your session later, close Natura byclicking the "X" OR click "stop" and keep Natura open.

VisualizationUnder "VISUALIZATION" click the "select" button to bring up the visualization options window.These visual ideas will help you relax and focus. Click on an individual visualization. It will appearon the main Natura window in the visualization window. Click on the "X" to close the visualizationoptions window. Click "off" to completely end a visualization.

Tip: If you have a fast computer you can take advantage of animated visualization thumbnails. To trythis feature go to "Settings", then select "Animate Visualization Thumbnails".

If this setting degrades performance, uncheck it.

In addition to the factory visualizations, two visual plug-ins are included.

Factory PresetsOne of the most useful features of Natura is the Factory Presets option. The Factory Presets canproduce amazing results, especially when used with headphones (necessary for the brainwavesynchronizer function to be effective). Each preset was professionaly mixed, focusing on colortherapy, imagery, and brainwave entrainment (see What are Brainwaves? ) for maximum results. Youcan also use these as a starting point for mixing your own user presets .

Under "PRESETS" click "factory" to open the "Factory Presets" window. Click on your desiredpreset to activate it. It will automatically begin and its name will appear at the bottom of the FactoryPresets window. Click the "X" to close the window.

If you do not want the Brainwave Synchronizer function included in the preset, first uncheck the boxnext to "Include Brainwave Synchronizer" at the top of the Factory Presets window, then select apreset. Click the "X" to close the window.

# Preset Wave hertz Key Description1. Wide Awake BETA 15 hz C A caffeine alternative. Use for 15 minutes to wake up.

2. Energy Boost BETA 15 hz G Similar to "Wide Awake". Use when you are feelingdrowsy and need a boost.

3. PeakAwareness BETA 15 hz C Use as a study aid; concentrate.

4. BrainRefresher ALPHA 12 hz C Clear your mind of cobwebs.

5. SupremeConcentration BETA 15 hz C Use as a study aid; concentrate.

6. MentalStimulation BETA 13 hz C Clear writer's block; brainstorm.

7. Pick Me Up BETA 15 hz C A caffeine alternative. Use for 15 minutes to wake up.

8.Creative

Visualization1

ALPHA 10 hz C Produce creative ideas.

9.Creative

Visualization2

ALPHA 10 hz C Produce creative ideas.

10.Deep

THETA 6 hz C Use as a meditation aid.

Meditation 1

11. DeepMeditation 2 THETA 5 hz C Use as a meditation aid.

12. DeepMeditation 3 THETA 6 hz G Use as a meditation aid.

13. DeepMeditation 4 THETA 5 hz C Use as a meditation aid.

14. ImmuneSystem Boost DELTA 3 hz C Enhance health.

15. Relaxation 1 ALPHA 10 hz C Sit back and relax.16. Relaxation 2 ALPHA 10 hz C Sit back and relax.17. Relaxation 3 ALPHA 10 hz G Sit back and relax.18. Relaxation 4 ALPHA 10 hz C Sit back and relax.19. Relaxation 2 ALPHA 10 hz C Sit back and relax.20. Inner Peace THETA 6 hz C Clear the mind and find stillness within.21. Calm Down THETA 6 hz A Calm the mind and body.

22. ProblemSolver ALPHA 10 hz C Solve problems.

23. EnhancedLearning THETA 6 hz C Increase learning capability.

24. Mood Lifter 1 ALPHA 10 hz C Lift your mood.25. Mood Lifter 2 ALPHA 10 hz C Lift your mood.

26. InnerGuidance THETA 5 hz C Meditate to go within your self and find answers to yourproblems.

27. OptimumHealth THETA 6 hz A Mind-body health boost.

28. Stress Relief ALPHA 9 hz C Relieve stress.

29. Mind-BodyHealing 1 THETA 6 hz C Heal your mind and body.

30. Mind-BodyHealing 2 THETA 6 hz C Heal your mind and body.

31. Mind-BodyHealing 3 THETA 5 hz A Heal your mind and body.

32. UnwindBefore Bed THETA 5 hz C Relax your mind and body before bed to have a deeprestful sleep.

33. Sleepy Time THETA 5 hz C Relax your mind and body before bed to have a deeprestful sleep.

34. LucidDreaming

DELTA 3 hz C Use for 30 minutes with fadeout while falling asleep tobecome conscious while dreaming.

35. SleepInduction THETA 5 hz C Fall asleep.

36. Quiet Mind THETA 7 hz C Quiet your mind; Find stillness within.37. Stillness DELTA 3 hz C Quiet your mind; Find stillness within.38. Deep Sleep DELTA 2 hz C Fall into a deep sleep.

User PresetsNATURA allows you to create your own presets.

1. Create your mix of sounds, brainwave frequency, color, and/or visualization.

2. Click "user" under "PRESETS".

3. Click the "SAVE" box.

4. Type a name in the text field, if desired.

5. The boxes will flash. Click on the number you would like to assign for this preset.

6. Click the "X" to close the "User Presets" window.

To play a user preset, click on "user", then simply click a number that is darkened, indicating it is asaved preset. Then click the "X" to close the window.

TIP: If you want to rename your preset,

1. Click "user" under "PRESETS".

1. Click the numbered button you want to rename.

2. Click "SAVE".

3. Enter new text into the text field. (Click "cancel" if you change your mind.)

4. Click the same numbered button again.

5. Click the "X" to close the window.

Settings

There are several settings you'll want to check out. These settings are saved when you closeNatura. Roll over "Settings" to activate the Settings window. Move away from "Settings" to closethe window.

System Audio Level:

Drag the slider to the right or left to control the overall audio level of your computer system. "SystemAudio Level" is different from the "Master Volume" slider for Natura. "Master Volume" controls theaudio level of Natura only. "System Audio Level" controls the volume level for all sounds throughyour computer.

Minimize to Tray:

When checked, Natura minimizes to the system tray (next to the clock) when you press the minimizebutton ( the "-" at the top right of the application.)

When unchecked, Natura minimizes to the taskbar.

Resume Last Session on Startup:

When checked, Natura will resume the last session that was playing when the application was closed.

Animate Visualization Thumbnails:

When checked, the visualization thumbnails will animate. This setting is only useful if you have a fastcomputer. If performance degrades, uncheck this option.

Brainwave Visualization:

When checked, a visual interpretation of the brainwave synchronizer will be visible at the top of theapplication.

Maximize:

This option is found at the top right of the application next to the "X" close button. Click this tomaximize Natura with a black background. Click again to restore.

Brainwave SynchronizerOne of the most interesting features of Natura is the Brainwave Synchronizer. While users can reapmany mental and emotional benefits from the nature sounds, color options, and visualizations, theBrainwave Synchronizer is an amazing gem included in Natura. Selected frequencies, coming inthrough your headphones, can coax your brain into beneficial patterns. We encourage you to keepreading to learn about the science behind the Brainwave Synchronizer (see What are Brainwaves? ),but heres a quick look at what the different frequencies can help you do: Beta concentrate, focus on a project (caution too much can lead to anxious feelings)Alpha relax, tap into creativity, solve problemsTheta meditate, encourage deep relaxationDelta heal the body, sleep deeply

Put on your headphones, which are necessary to achieve effects with the Brainwave Synchronizer. Click the large button to activate the Brainwave Synchronizer. Click the "select frequency" box tochoose your preferred frequency and tone for your session.

As you roll over each frequency grouping, i.e. Beta, Alpha, etc., a pop-up will show you a briefdescription of the uses for the individual frequency. Click on the button for your preferred hertz leveland tone. The four tones are: C for key of C; C2 for key of C one octave higher; G for key of G; A for

key of A. Adjust the volume as necessary by moving the slider, next to the large, green-centeredbutton.

Click the "X" in the upper right corner of the "select frequency" window to close it. The name of thefrequency you have chosen should now be next to the "select frequency" box.

From the main Natura window, you can still adjust the volume of the Brainwave Synchronizer andturn it on and off by adjusting the slider and clicking the large button.

The Brainwave Visual can be turned on or off in the Settings .

What are Brainwaves?Brainwaves are the result of electrical activity in the brain as the neurons communicate with eachother. The changes in this electrical activity depend on what the person is doing. Our brains cyclethrough different states throughout the day and night. These brainwave states incorporate Beta, Alpha,Theta, and Delta frequencies at different levels with one frequency dominating at any given time. Thedominant frequency determines your state of mind. This concept is perfectly described by Anna Wisein her book, "Awakening the Mind" (Tarcher/Putnam, New York):

Each state that you experience entails a symphony of brain waves, with each frequency playing itsown characteristic part. This finely woven, intricate interrelationship of brain-wave frequenciesdelicately determines your state of consciousness. While you are rarely producing only one type ofbrain wave at a time, each category of brain waves has its own qualities and characteristics.

Brainwave EntrainmentYour brain responds to vibrations from rhythmic sounds. Using the Brainwave Synchronizer, yourbrain will mimic the frequency that comes through the headphones. In this way you can entrain orguide your brain into different states, even shifting your state of consciousness.

We have created several Brainwave Synchronizer Factory Presets in the Natura program for you. Read their descriptions and notice their differences in frequency, other sounds, color, andvisualization and you click through them. You can adjust these features to create your own UserPresets.

If you are interested in creating your own unique brainwave entrainment sessions from scratch, selectthe brainwave frequency according to the Beta, Alpha, Theta, and Delta information. Experimentwith the hertz level and tone (key of C, for example) in the selected frequency. Adjust the volume asdesired to compliment the other sound(s) nature or music - you may have selected. You can also addyour preferred color and a visualization to your own preset. When you find a combination of settingsthat is just right for you, follow the steps for saving it as one of your User Presets.

Alpha WavesCreativity, Relaxation, Visualization

Alpha brainwaves are a gentle contrast to the rapidity of Beta state. This relaxing state encouragesthe flow of creative energy and a sense of well-being. The Alpha brainwave state is ideal forcontemplation, solving problems, and visualization, acting as a gateway to our creativity.

Use the Brainwave Synchronizer set to Alpha (or select one of the Alpha-based Factory Presets) for10 minutes for every hour of a study session. This gives your brain a break from Beta Waves andhelps you absorb the information. Alpha is also ideal for self-hypnosis. Set the Timer for yourdesired session time.

Beta WavesAlertness, Concentration

The Beta brainwave state keeps your mind sharp and focused. In Beta state, your brain can easilyanalyze and organize information, make connections, and generate new ideas and solutions. Beta ishelpful for workplace productivity, exam study, preparing to give a presentation, or engaging in otheractivities which require high levels of concentration and alertness.

When you need to focus on a project, utilize the Brainwave Synchronizer in Natura and select Beta orone of the Beta-based Factory Presets. Be sure to take regular breaks and switch to Alpha Waves orTheta Waves for 10 minutes during every hour of focusing on a project. Use the Timer to make sureyou don't overdo it. Too much Beta can result in feeling anxious, worried, or tense.

Theta WavesDeep Relaxation, Meditation, Memory Enhancement

Slower than Beta, the Theta brainwave state is present when dreaming in light sleep. It has oftenbeen described as being in a waking dream. The Theta frequency is associated with stress relief andrecalling long-forgotten memories. This "twilight" state can bring about deep meditation, resulting inimproved overall health, the need for less sleep, increased creativity, and enhanced learning.

To recover from too many Beta Waves in a hectic day, put on your headphones and set the BrainwaveSynchronizer to Theta or one of the Theta-based Factory Presets. Set the Timer for a session of 5-15minutes to help you wind down from a busy day, have a mini meditation, give your brain a break fromfocused thinking, and/or enjoy a refreshing cat-nap.

Delta WavesHealing, Deep Sleep

Delta state, when brainwaves are slowest, is commonly associated with deep sleep. Certainfrequencies in this range are accompanied by the release of Human Growth Hormone, which isbeneficial for healing. The Delta state, when achieved while awake, also provides the opportunity toaccess unconscious brain activity, encouraging it to flow to the conscious mind. Delta has also beenassociated with people who have a strong sense of empathy or intuition. They can have a higher thannormal presence of Delta when awake.

Delta state can be difficult to achieve through brainwave entrainment. The brain usually needs to driftdown to Delta on its own from deep Theta Waves, as is natural during sleep. Use the BrainwaveSynchronizer and select the Theta frequency or one of the Theta-based Factory Presets first, thenswitch to Delta.

Plug-ins

"Plug-ins" can make your Natura experience even better! This version of Natura comes with threefree plug-ins. Included are two of our Visual Plug-ins : "Starfield" and "Sedona Arizona Panoramas".Our Audio Plug-ins gift to you is "Relaxation Module".

Visit plugins.blissive.com to check for other available plug-ins.

Visual Plug-ins

Under "PLUG-INS", click the "visual" button. A window, listing all installed visual plug-ins, willappear. Click on your preferred visual, such as "Starfield". The Starfield plug-in will then play inthe visualization window. Click the "X" to close the Visual Plug-ins window. To stop the play of aVisual Plug-in, click the "off" button under Visualization .

Some Visual Plug-ins, such as "Sedona Arizona Panoramas", have multiple viewing options. Rollover the visualization window and click the right or left arrow to change the visual. If a questionmark appears, click on it to learn more about the individual Visual Plug-in.

There is also a "Get Plug-in Packs" button next to the "X" on the Visual Plug-ins window. Click thisbutton to visit plugins.blissive.com to check for other available Plug-ins.

Audio Plug-ins

Under "PLUG-INS", click the "audio" button. A window, listing all installed Audio Plug-ins, willappear. Click on your preferred audio, such as Relaxation Module. The Relaxation Module plug-inwill then appear in the main Natura window, above the visualization window. Click the "X" to closethe Audio Plug-ins window.

In the Audio Plug-ins window, click the button of your preferred sound to turn it "on". Move theslider to the right or left to increase or decrease the volume of the individual sound. Click the buttonof the selected sound to turn it "off".

There is also a "Get Plug-in Packs" button next to the "X" on the Audio Plug-ins window. Click thisbutton to visit plugins.blissive.com to check for other available Plug-ins.

Blissive News Feed

For the lastest releases from Blissive, roll over "Help" and click on "Blissive News Feed". Awindow will show you a list of new releases at Blissive.com. Click on individual titles to visit oursite and learn more about our new products. To close the news feed window, click the "X".

Check for Update

Roll over "Help" and click on "Check for Update" to see if a newer version of Natura is available. Awindow will show your version of Natura and the current version available through Blissive. If theversion numbers don't match, there will be a link to click to visit the Natura page ofwww.blissive.com. Click the "X" to close the updates window.

Support

For support inquiries, email supportbliss@blissive.com. We will be happy to assist you!

Relaxation Module

Getting StartedSound SelectVolume ControlsFactory ColorsCustom ColorBackground ImagesAffirmationsTimerStop and ResumeVisualizationFactory PresetsUser PresetsSettings

Brainwave SynchronizerWhat are Brainwaves?Alpha WavesBeta WavesTheta WavesDelta Waves

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