The US Government tried to banthem on TV and radio back in 1974. They were once arguably used to boost salesof popcorn in movie theaters by almost 60%. And today, they're the subject ofnumerous Derren Brown-style "mind" shows airing throughout the globe.

I'm talking, of course, about subliminalmessages.

However despite all the mediahype, subliminal messages aren't just used by advertising moguls trying to getus to buy another can of coke. They can also be employed to make serious andlasting change in our own lives.

In this short article, I'm goingto share a method you can use to get subliminal messages working foryou-starting tonight!

But before we begin, let's askourselves: what exactly are subliminal messages?

Subliminal is defined as "belowthe threshold of consciousness". Subliminal messaging refers to the act ofsending messages direct to the powerful subconscious mind, the part ofyour brain that controls everything from memory to body temperature toproviding your conscious mind with its core traits.

Subliminals really hit theheadlines back in the 70's, when advertisers began inserting messages intocommercials. The messages were simply 100-millisecond flashes, and nobodyofficially "saw" them. Yet sales mysteriously rocketed.

Even Hollywood got in on the act. Alfred Hitchcock planted his ownsubliminals inside the movie "Psycho"!

These suggestions were having somuch impact, that the US Government almost banned subliminals back in themid-70's - and UK, Australian and Canadian governments actually did ban thetechnology.

Yet by this time, the news was out- and individuals were beginning to realize the potential of subliminals as arevolutionary self-help tool. The idea of sending self-improvement affirmationsdirect to the subconscious mind was suddenly open to everyone.

But how? There are two primaryways you can actually "send" subliminal messages. Visually, such as using thelatest Subliminal Power software program (www.subliminal-power.com) to flashmessages around your computer screen as you work. Or, less effectively, usingsound, such as with the subliminal CDs you can order online at sites such asSubliminal CDs (www.subliminal-cds.com).

Yet if your budget is low, there'san even cheaper way to get the power of subliminal messaging working for you!

Here's how. Begin by identifying acouple of core goals you'd like to concentrate on in your life right now. Forexample, you may wish to learn faster or quit smoking. Then, write that goaldown as a simple, short, positive affirmation.

For example, "I am a quicklearner" or "I am ready to quit smoking". Other examples include "I investwisely", "My reading speed increases every day", or "I am now more confident".

Be careful: do not use negativeterms, such as "Not" or "Don't" in your message. The subconscious does notunderstand such words in context and would read "I don't gain weight" as "Igain weight". You have been warned.

Now write your affirmation,clearly and in thick black marker pen, onto a sheet of white cardboard. Createthree-or-so cards, each with affirmations focusing on your core theme, andstore them next to your bed with a flashlight.

Next comes the unsociable part!

We're going to catch your mind ina highly receptive state, by waking it up in the middle of the night, when thedoor to your subconscious is wide open.Set your alarm clock for 3am, thengo to sleep as normal. As soon as you hear the ring, turn off the alarmand-almost instinctively-pick up the affirmation cards and your flashlight. Theroom should be pitch black.

Next, flick the flashlight on andoff very quickly a dozen times over each affirmation card. While doing this,stare at the cards. Do not consciously try to make out the words. Thesesubliminal messages are for the subconscious.

When you're done, simply turn offthe flashlight, put down the cards and return to sleep. It will take just twominutes of your time and I guarantee you'll fall straight back into deep andrestful slumber.

That's it: you've just "sent" abundle of subliminal messages straight to your subconscious. What follows is exciting!

After the first few nights ofusing this technique, most individuals report problem-solving dreams thatassist in their goals or influence their decisions. Just a week later andpractically all participants note a serious movement toward their core goal.Their leaning speed improves dramatically. Their nicotine addiction is cut inhalf.

As the change comes from within,it isn't always obvious. Yet a few weeks down the line, most individuals sitback and realize just how far they've progressed without consciously realizingit. Soon, your goals have been achieved... the messages worked. When ready, youcan move onto your next set of goals by simply writing out a new set ofaffirmation cards.

It's a very simple system, yetremains highly powerful and terribly underused.

Most people reading this article won'ttry this straightforward experiment. Maybe they just don't believe it willwork, or maybe they view it as being altogether too much hassle.

It's inconvenient,certainly-perhaps not as user-friendly as a piece of modern subliminalsoftware. But you think it doesn't work? Then try it for a week, and see foryourself.

Anthony Robbins, Tiger Woods,Derren Brown, New Scientist magazine, even the U.S. Government all know thepower behind subliminal messaging.

And if you don't, maybe it's abouttime you caught up.

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