According to Wikipedia, the ascending reticular activating system (ARAS), also known as the extrathalamic control modulatory system or simply the reticular activating system (RAS), is a set of connected nuclei in the brains of vertebrates that is responsible for regulating wakefulness and sleep-wake transitions.
In other words, the Reticular Activating System (RAS) is a bundle of nerves at our brainstem that filters out unnecessary information so the important stuff gets through.
The RAS and its associated structures exist primarily within the hypothalamus and brainstem.
The reticular activating system (RAS) controls sleep and waking, and fight vs. flight responses. While this system provides signals that modulate our sleep-wake states, it also serves to help us respond to the world around us.
The action of the ascending reticular activating system (ARAS) on the cerebral cortex is responsible for the achievement of consciousness.
So, how do you put the RSA to work to your benefit?
Be intentional about what you want, identify and have that subconscious part of your brain work for you.
Probably you’ve heard before the expression “Whatever You Focus on Expands!”.
After focusing on your goals you’ll notice that your reticular Activating System will bring to your attention, to your consciousness, all this information that can help you achieve these goals, information that was around all along, but now, you are starting to notice it.
Feed your mind with clear facts related to your goals, with information, hope and positivity!
Your thoughts, if you think them over and over, and assign truth to them, become beliefs.
Feelings, thoughts and mental images serve as the medium of exchange for creating our reality.
Creating positive thoughts will make your vibrational frequency higher and automatically bring good things to you.
