Aquarius: Explain to our readers what Hemi-Sync is and how it is used to explore states of consciousness?

Leva: Just as the telephone, ultrasound or a laser dials up expanded frequencies of the electromagnetic spectrum, other hi-tech tools can be used to tap into brain states conducive to peak learning and expanding consciousness. In the late 50s, Robert Monroe invented the "Smart Telephone" called Hemi - Sync®. Today's 40 year-old Hemi-Sync (Hemispheric Synchronization) technology, has evolved into "designer mixes" of blended sound frequencies which provide enriched, easy meditative experiences. Various Hemi-Sync sound patterns assist individuals to open up to states of awareness not normally used.

       Audible and inaudible sounds captured on audiotapes, CDs and videos act as training wheels. Whether in a workshop setting or with a personal coach, the trainer gradually removes the training wheels and shows how "anchors" (memorized symbols or words) can be used to repeat the experience without Hemi-Sync. As a result, expanded states of consciousness can be accessed for meditation or around the dinner table, at a business meeting or having fun with friends.

Aquarius: Would you talk about the benefits of Hemi - Sync?

Leva: Clients have described these abilities after using Hemi - Sync to rebalance their energy fields:

* Attention - The mind becomes more alert and focused, able to take in more information in a shorter period of time.

* Memory - Significantly improved retention and recall of short term and long term memory.

* Sleep - The physical body requires less sleep at times. Memory of dreams improves. The lucid nature of the dream gradually increases i.e., more awareness of being consciously awake in the dream, vividness and clarity, and control of the dream plot, if desired.

* Personal - Using expanded states of consciousness, which Robert Monroe called Focus States, can enhance decision-making, goal achievement, conquer loneliness and depression, and provide a means to answer life's big questions such as "who am I?" Progressive use of the Focus States often stimulates natural evolution of clairvoyance, clairaudience, and clairsentience (the senses of the soul).

      On a personal note, I had a total hip replacement last June. Using the Hemi - Sync Surgery Support Series before, during, and after my four-hour surgery, I was able to lower my pre-op medications by 50% and took only three pain pills postoperatively. How my body responded, while learning to walk again during the 3 - month recovery phase, was wondrous.

Aquarius: Can you tell us what you mean by the analogy of the Interstate of Consciousness used in your book, Traveling the interstate of consciousness?

Leva: Robert Monroe coined the term, "Interstate of Consciousness" to include waking and sleeping states of awareness. I was inspired to use the term in order to create teachable, fun moments that make the esoteric (spirit/soul/God/energy) tangible. For example, there are sections in the book on choosing an efficient Interstate car, obtaining the right grade of gas for the trip, magnifying the horsepower of the engine, shifting paradigm gears and doing preventive maintenance. I define consciousness as the "Spirit of the driver behind the wheel."

Aquarius: What new consciousness exploration skills will the reader learn from your book?

Leva: Readers will learn how to recognize the signature characteristics of 14 different states of consciousness including those in the Bardo (death transitional states portrayed in the movie, What Dreams May Come) and states of group consciousness (including experiences with the Oversoul or Monad). They will explore the five key approaches for traveling the three regions (Physical, Non-Physical, Afterlife) of the Interstate and they will understand the importance of staying conscious while encouraging body-brain to go to sleep. This "split state" of awareness is the launching pad to expert intuition, telepathy, lucid dreaming, conscious out-of-body travel, afterlife visits and remote viewing.

Aquarius: What part did your work with the Monroe Institute figure in your research for this book?

Leva: Between 1989 and 1999 I was a field trainer for The Monroe Institute (TMI). I continue as a Hemi-Sync trainer in my own practice offering experiential workshops and personal coaching services. My knowledge of the step-by-step TMI training process played a substantial part in describing experiences of people wishing to expand their awareness into non-ordinary locales. Numerous scientific studies, such as Albert Einstein's theory of parallel universes or Dr. Hans Jenny's work on symbols, were added to lend substance to the book and provide an opportunity for critical thinking.

Aquarius: You relate over 70 real life stories of Hemi-Sync users. Which is your favorite?

Leva: My favorite in this book is the "Flying Dreams" which is a vivid description of a client's out-of-body experiences. Fred originally thought his flying experiences were just dreams until he verified certain geographical landmarks he "saw" when out in his dreams. He says, "One of my favorite ways of achieving "lift - off" was to take out my can of "flying spray", spray some on my back, take a running leap, fall into the wind, and soar." He genuinely describes, as many others in the book, how they experienced life "out of the box" of conditioned physical reality.