What are biorhythms?

A human being as well as nature can be described with periods, that is why a man is exposed to the
periodic influences. Lunar cycles, winter-summer seasons and day-night changing are considered to
be external influence's factors. On the other hand the "biological clock" determines a person's life.
In the East the biorhythms had been known long before 3000 years ago. The famous Book Of
Changes which predicts the future and gives advice for any occasion was written on its basis.

The first studies of biorhythms were made in Berlin in the 19th century. Nowadays the biorhythmic
theory can explain the reasons of being in good or bad state without the apparent cause; being tired
when a person is fit for nothing; feeling surge of strength to do one's best. The theory makes it
possible to know for sure when a person can get the best of it in business, sport, education and even
in private life. Biorhythms are also widely used to prevent accidents, to control the person's state of
health and to predict the possibility of partners' compatibility.

Each of these biorhythms starts at the time of birth. Cycle is divided into active phase (above zero
level) and passive one (below zero). The day of changing phase, when one or more rhythms are
changing from active to passive phase and vice versa is a critical day. The "critical day" means that
the associated abilities are unstable, and it is wise to be really careful during that day.

Biorhythms: Primary rhythms

The three primary biorhythm cycles are:

The 23-day physical cycle tracks the man's strength, endurance, powers and state of health.

The 28-day emotional cycle tracks the stability and positive energy of your psyche and outlook on
life, as well as your capacity to empathize with and build rapport with other people.

The 33-day intellectual cycle is representative of man's intellectual dynamics: verbal,

mathematical, symbolic, and creative abilities, as well as your capacity to apply reason and analysis
to the world around you.

Additional rhythm

The 38-day intuitive cycle was discovered later and can’t be considered as a primary one. However
it may be useful to know when you can trust your "sixth sense". The cycle tracks an unconscious
perception and instincts.

Biorhythms: Secondary rhythms

The three secondary cycles that derive from the primaries are:

Mastery biorhythm comes from interaction between the Intellectual and Physical cycles. Mastery
encompasses your ability to succeed at tasks and to obtain what you desire. This cycle also tracks
athletic ability and the focus required to learn physical skills.

Passion biorhythm is the combination of the Physical and Emotional cycles. Passion encompasses
your motivation to act, and the drive that allows you to continue a difficult pursuit. This cycle also
tracks sexuality in its purest form and affects enthusiasm, stimulus, and impulsion.
Wisdom biorhythm is created by interference between the Emotional and Intellectual cycles.
Wisdom encompasses your understanding of the world, your role in it, and the things that are truly
important to your life. This cycle also tracks the presence of mind that you need to make crucial
decisions.

Biorhythms: Extra rhythms (Intuitive patterns)

The three extra cycles that derive from the primaries are:

Perception - comes from interaction between the Physical and Intuitive cycles.

Psychic - is the combination of the Emotional and Intuitive cycles.

Success - is created by interference between the Intellectual and Intuitive cycles.

The Physical/Intuition pattern is probably the hardest of the basic patterns to name. That's probably
because Physical and Intuition are diametrically opposed on the surface. On the contrary, they are
the same as all extremes meet. Physical covers the 5 basic senses that everyone is aware of and
Intuition embodies the ethereal (electromagnetic) senses that are just beyond the reach of
conventional science. Many plants and animals on this planet have been proven by science to have
perceptions beyond that which most people realize, and untold unsolved crimes have been solved
with the help of Psychics. This pattern was named the PERCEPTION pattern for obvious reasons.

Emotional/Intuition is the PSYCHIC pattern (ESP, Precognition, Remote Viewing, etc.), and
Intellectual/Intuition is the SUCCESS pattern (Business, Financial, Scientific discoveries, etc.).

Note: Extra rhythms are experimental. You may find more info in the article Biorhythms, I-Ching,
Behavior, and Animals

Compatibility test. Love compatibility.

Relationship advices.

Each of biorhythms has its sphere of influence. Their compatibility or incompatibility influences
our relationships with other people in different ways. Compatibility of biorhythms in love and
family affairs can be well observed. There are nine possible combinations:

1. Three biorhythms are incompatible. External appeal, sex, money and a habit can be a reason of
marriage. There is only a phantom of family. At the beginning of relationships there is the illusion
that feelings exist, but it disappears as times goes by. When love has gone and there are no children
or property, the family breaks up. Otherwise spouse are roommates who are dependent on each
other financially, who torture each other and carry out a role of vampires, spoiling life of their own
kids.

2. Physical biorhythms are compatible. There is a strong physical attraction between partners and
what is more a complete sexual satisfaction, which is the only reason for many families not to break
up. But the partners need more than sex. A spiritual warmth and mutual understanding are also
necessary. There is lack of it.

3. Emotional biorhythms are compatible. The partners feel as if they haven't had such feelings
before, especially from the woman's point of view. But in a period of time the man becomes
indifferent, he is not satisfied with sex any more, love is passing away. It's difficult for a woman to
submit, it's a kind of a tragedy for her. She can do everything to get him back, and then to get hold
of him and make use of his powers.

4. Emotional and physical biorhythms are compatible. The situation is rather knotty. Partners
clash very often, despite of a mutual attraction and sexual satisfaction. Women dream of getting
hold of a partner and keeping him. It frightens a lot of men struggling for the independence and
trying to free themselves of the persistent care.

5. Intellectual biorhythms are compatible. The partners feel something similar to love, especially
from the man's point of view. A woman can be attracted by the partner's ready tongue or his wits,
but it becomes boring in a period of time. She finds nothing that brings warmth to her soul. The
man starts to struggle for the happiness and women who marry such men are not lucky at all.

6. Intellectual and physical biorhythms are compatible. Women should be cautious! The
partners have deep feelings similar to love. There are both an attraction and complete sexual
satisfaction. At first women are very interested in sex appeal, IQ and other partner's positive traits of
character impress them. Then a woman loses the interest and feels an emptiness of soul. The man
does everything to conquer such a woman.

7. Intellectual and emotional biorhythms are compatible. It is a Platonic love. Everything is

good except sex. It is a variant of friendship and cooperation at all levels, a good choice for a
secretary but not for a sexual partner. Young people whose feelings are developed more than their
intimate relations can fall into such a trap. Sexual relations are very rare in such families or they
don't exist at all. It is better for partners to have a rest from each other and sleep apart.

8. Three biorhythms are compatible (60-80%). There is stability, warmth and mutual
understanding, which could be even stronger. People satisfied with reality are happy to have family
relations that remind friendship. Perfectionists, who are looking for complete harmony, can destroy
everything they should save.

9. Three biorhythms are compatible (more than 80%). The true feelings and perfect sex are
possible. Such couples can say that nobody knows what real love is: you needn't speak about
feelings, you'd better feel it! There are clever, beautiful and healthy children in such families. They
are always a success in life except the cases when they look for troubles.

So, we have the characteristics of relationships from the biorhythmic point of view. Certainly, life is
more complicated than theories and formulas. We can't always be together with the one we want.
But we can avoid a lot of problems by choosing the right partner.
 Research activities

In the nineteenth century, studies first began on certain life rhythms or cycles that were later termed
"biorhythms". The word biorhythm is a compound of two Greek words, bios and rhythmos, which
mean life and a constant or periodic beat. The theory of biorhythms defines and measures three
basic and important life cycles in man: the physical, emotional, and intellectual.

Wilhelm Fliess, a highly respected and prominent doctor in Berlin, did pioneer work on biorhythms
in the 1890s. Fliess, who had observed 23- and 28-day rhythms in many of his patients, began to
collect statistics on the periodic occurrence of fevers, childhood disease, and the susceptibility to
disease and death. With these statistics in hand, Fliess believed he had detected rhythms which were
fundamental to man's life.

Dr. Fliess later developed two major biorhythm theories: first, that Nature bestows on man "master
internal clocks" which begin counting time at birth and continue throughout life; and second, that
one of these clocks regulates a 23-day cycle influencing man's physical condition and another
regulates a 28-day cycle influencing emotions or degree of sensitivity.

Male and female biorhythms

A widely read man, Fliess speculated on why these two rhythms should prevail. He believed, much
as we do today, that man is essentially bisexual in nature, composed of both male and female
elements. Fliess called the 23-day physical cycle the male cycle, since it influenced strength,
endurance, and vitality. He considered the 28-day cycle to be representative of the female element
in all human beings; it governed sensitivity, intuition, love, and creativity-the entire emotional
spectrum.

Subsequent research has reinforced the idea of the 23-day physical and 28-day emotional cycles. Of
course, today few would agree with the premise that all physical components are male and all
emotional matters female. Instead, both are now considered to be essential characteristics of each
sex.

Wilhelm Fliess wrote extensively about the biorhythm theory, but the mathematics and statistics he
used to support it were so massive and confusing that few people bothered to closely examine or to
understand them. Still, the basic premise of the theory caught on. The idea of periodic rhythms in
man created a considerable controversy among his colleagues, one which still exists today. Most
scientists have accepted the fact that man's physical and emotional states are in constant flux, but
many do not agree that these changes are influenced by regular biological cycles that start at birth.

One of Fliess' contemporaries who kept an open mind to his ideas was Sigmund Freud, a man with
extremely revolutionary ideas of his own at the time. Early in his career, Freud showed extreme
interest in and admiration for Fliess' theories, and they soon became very close friends. One
hundred and eighty-four letters from Freud to Fliess have been published; unfortunately, the replies
from Fliess have been lost.
Critical days

Important ideas tend to spread rapidly in the scientific community. Dr. Hermann Swoboda,
Professor of psychology at the University of Vienna, read Fliess' work while still a young man, and
by the turn of the century was himself researching, lecturing, and writing on biorhythms. Swoboda,
who detected a periodicity in the occurrence of dreams and thinking processes, and in fevers,
asthma, heart attacks, and the outbreak of illness, believed his own investigations confirmed Fliess'
observations on the 23-day and 28-day cycles. Swoboda contributed to the theory the notion of the
"critical" day, when the cycle shifts from high to low or low to high; a day of instability and
usually of some stress for most people. When we seem to have more energy, vitality, and emotional
control. There are days when these same feelings are at low ebb. And there are also those days when
we react to situations in a totally unexpected way.

Biorhythms theory: pro et contra

There are many people who support the biorhythm theory. Bertram Brown, Director of the National
Institute of Mental Health, has said, "These biorhythms have a lot of validity. They help explain in
part everything from having a bad week to exciting scientific things like the varied effects
medications have when administered at different times."

Douglas Kelley, a statistician with the National Safety Council, is quoted as saying: "When
chemistry was at the state where biorhythm is today, it was called alchemy. But alchemy became
chemistry, and within fifty years research may do the same for biorhythm."

On the other side is Colin Pittendrigh, an expert on biological rhythms at Stanford University. The
Washington Post quoted him as saying, "I consider this stuff an utter, total, unadulterated fraud. I
really know nothing about it because we've been unable to track it down. But I consider anyone
who offers to explain my life in terms of 23-day
rhythms a numerological nut, just like somebody who wants to explore the rhythms of pig iron price
to 11 decimal places."

Biorhythms: like a weather forecast

Against these pros and cons and lacking sufficient clinical methods to prove the theory, an
alternative procedure is to apply it to numerous situations and to carefully note the results, rather
than to constantly criticize its assumptions. Numerous opportunities are provided throughout this
book for the reader to test the theory. Actually, the situation is similar to accepting or rejecting the
daily weather forecast. The forecast can't be proved. But it is too useful and important in the life of
an individual to neglect or refuse to accept. Nor is one too concerned if the weather forecast is not
completely reliable. I may carry a raincoat tomorrow when, in fact, the sun will shine brightly.
However, I still feel rewarded in that I was prepared for the event of rain. I also know the next
forecast is quite likely to be valid.
These are not unique circumstances for man. He has always had to choose between the objective
and the subjective, that which he can feel versus that which he can sense, fact versus fancy if one
pleases. Economic and social men are perfect examples. They cannot act through certainty because
proof does not exist for the many actions they follow. Economic man, like biorhythmic man, must
be completely informed. Being completely informed is to know all courses of action that are open
to him. Against this criteria it is foolhardy, indeed, to completely ignore or refuse to examine the
biorhythm theory. "Too stupid to come in out of the rain" is often a result of refusing to observe the
forecast of rain. A hasty decision, made now, without regard to another time when mental
capabilities may be supposedly keener, is the mark of insensitivity; aid irrationality is often the
inability or reluctance to observe all factors and possible courses of action available.

Physical cycle

The fluctuations of the 23-day physical cycle are thought to influence man's strength, endurance,
energy, and general physical well-being. We're all aware that our energy levels vary. Some mornings
we can scarcely pull ourselves out of bed; others, though we don't quite wake up somersaulting, we
are ready to go even before taking a cup of coffee. The biorhythm theory suggests that we can
calculate days we might be more likely to zip through and days when we'll drag along.

Let's use the sample physical curve below to become acquainted with the theory. During the first
half of the 23-day cycle (11,5 days), one's physical well-being is increasing. This portion of the
cycle is sometimes referred to as a "discharge period," analogous to the time when a battery is
discharging electrical power, using up its stored energy. During this first half of the cycle, a person
is quite vigorous and appears to command a powerful source of energy.

The second half of the 23-day cycle (also 11,5 days) is a time of reduced vigor, recuperation, and
storage of new energy, as when a battery is recharging. These are the days when the curve on the
chart is below the base line. To an athlete, this is the time when he is in a slump, and the stay-at
home experiences his own kind of slump as well. During this time, man is more content to rest and
regain his strength. That's not to say that work, tennis, and spring cleaning simply cease every other
11 days, but the drive slows down, the time-outs become a little more frequent, a good book and a
catnap begin to look more attractive. Doctors who follow the theory find this time ideal for a
patient's recuperation or therapy.

It is important to emphasize that the curve does not divide into a "good" half and a "bad" half.
Neither portion is necessarily better or worse than the other-fortunately, since each adds up to half a
lifetime! The theory of biorhythms aims to alert you to your capacities and potentials, the days
when your basic drives (in this case physical) are at high, low, or critical tide. A low period is no
more evil than a low gas tank in your car. lf you read the gauge properly, you won't plan to drive
500 miles that day. You'll add more fuel-for the human machine, this means a little rest, a little bit of
being good to yourself. A low period that is observed and used wisely can nourish the body. An
athlete, for instance, might adjust his training schedule to provide for more rest or less intense
concentration during the second half of his cycle.

Properly used, a low period can give the same benefit as sleep to an exhausted man. A high day may
not be an unadulterated blessing, either. Although more can be accomplished in the first half of the
cycle, the physical plant can be tuned so high that a man might over-exert or try to go beyond his
physical potential, ending up with a pulled muscle on the fifteenth hole of the golf course. A lot
depends on individual condition. Professional athletes have often hit home runs, caught long passes,
and broken records at the peak of their physical cycles.
There are two "critical" or "cautionary" days in every complete 23-day physical cycle. These are the
first day, when each new cycle begins, and the halfway mark, between the 11th and 12th days, when
energy switches into the recharge period. The body is relatively unstable and less resistant to stress
on these days; heart attacks, for example,
apparently tend to fall on critical days of this curve. Again, it is important to note that the days in
themselves are not critical. The person's condition on that day may bear watching; he might react
badly to strain imposed by the outside world or by his own body. There is no magical hex or voodoo
spell that will make a heart fail at the "critical" or "cautionary" point of the physical cycle, but a
man who has recently had a heart attack might take extra precautions on such a day. A taxi driver
might be extra careful too. Or someone working in a machine shop. Or someone shepherding fifteen
pre-school children out to the playground.

Emotional cycle

The 28-day emotional cycle has a curve similar to that of the physical cycle, with the curve rising in
the first half (14 days), or discharge phase, and falling in the second half (also 14 days), or recharge
phase. The sample below will help you to fix its main characteristics in mind. Since this cycle
probably influences sensitivity and creativity as well as feelings of love and cooperativeness, artists
and writers may find their muses visiting them more often and their tempers sweeter in the first two
weeks of this cycle. During the first 14 days, one is likely to be cheerier and more optimistic; during
the second 14 days a little less open, friendly and hopeful; and on critical days, decidedly grumpy
and irritable.

The individual pattern will no doubt vary with individual temperament. Someone with a sunny and
very calm disposition may seem a bit cloudy at the low point of the cycle but is unlikely to storm a
lot at any time. A more passionate and erratic type can swing through periods of bliss and then
astonish us with an outburst of anger three days later. It seems quite likely that some people would
experience their biorhythmic fluctuations more strongly than others.

An interesting Condition exists with respect to the 28-day cycle which is not true of the other two.
Since 28 days make up four seven-day weeks, the important days of this cycle always fall on the
same day of the week, the day of the week on which one was born. A person born on a Monday will
know that every other Monday will be a critical day. Whereas "blue Mondays" are traditional,
Monday's child will have a critical day one
Monday, a high day the next Monday, another critical, and then a low, and so on throughout the
year. This same-day syndrome provides a means of testing the biorhythm theory for yourself. Does
experience tell you that your emotionally shaky days are almost always on the same days of the
week? It's best to test this out over a period of several months; there are always other elements to
account for. Bad news can bring you down even on a high day, but you'll probably be able to handle
it better.

Intellectual cycle

The 33-day cycle is representative of man's intellectual fluctuations. To date, researchers have
focused somewhat less on the intellectual than on the other two cycles, which is understandable
since much remains to be done in aiding man to understand and use his mental powers. Some
doctors claim this cycle is closely related to secretions of the thyroid. Independent medical studies
have pointed out correlation's
between variations in intellectual performance and hormone levels; again, this is an area which has
not been thoroughly explored.

The first half of this cycle (16,5 days) is the time when students and others engaged in intellectual
pursuits are more able to absorb new concepts, be more creative, make notable progress. We all
know that studying is a breeze at some times, a drag at others. The first half of the cycle is
considered prime time for creative thinking, for progress in new subject areas, for mental successes
when memory is at a premium,
and for work which demands accurate and immediate mental responses. Since the mind responds
most rapidly to new challenges during this period, it would probably be the best time to be in a new
assignment or a new job.

The second half of this 33-day cycle (also 16,5 days) is a time when one's ability to think logically
is somewhat reduced. The IQ doesn't automatically lose 10 points; the brain just says it isn't quite so
happy with a heavy load of new stimulation. Remember that energies have been discharged in the
first half of the cycle. Now the mind wants a
little rest, in order to store up energy again. During this time, it is somewhat more difficult to absorb
new ideas, to do creative thinking, or to perform mental exercises where concentration, memory,
and quick mental response are required. This time is probably best suited to review of previously
learned concepts, to practice of lessons which should be learned by rote, to absorption and
consolidation of prior gains. The second half of the intellectual cycle seems to be the best time to
practice your lines, go over your French verb endings, and edit the paper you wrote. The critical
days in the 33-day intellectual cycle are the 1st and 17th days. These may be days when important
decisions could best be delayed. If you know that a major matter must be resolved on
one of those days, it might be a good idea to try to see all sides of the question beforehand. But we
all have to face some problems without any warning. Take a little extra time to think it over; it could
be helpful. Also, as you will discover in a later chapter, the circumstances under which these critical
days occur will make a difference. No part of life needs to grind to a halt just because it's a critical
day or the low part of the cycle. A big exam or a big interview can be handled well even on the least
promising day; most of us have taken one or the other with a cold and still scored high. We're a little
cautious, or we work extra hard beforehand, or we make a special effort to get the adrenaline
flowing. lf we know in advance that a task will be more difficult than usual, we
can be properly prepared, and this is where the biorhythm theory can be most useful.

These are the three basic biorhythm cycles-their monthly cyclical lengths and variations. But keep
in mind that each person's cycles will be individual. Though everyone born on the same day in the
same year will have identical cycles, they will obviously not have identical lives. Not only will their
circumstances be different, but their income and learned reactions to events will also differ sharply.
All three cycles will change with age: a young person's are likely to peak more sharply, an older
person's to flatten out. Health, temperament, character, and probably heredity will influence the
steepness of the curve and the way one responds to fluctuations in his potential. Awareness of where
you stand in each of your life cycles at a particular time, and how you function while being at
various points in each of the three cycles will help you determine the best coping mechanisms for
your particular life style.

nterpreting your biorhythm data

Now that you have learned what the biorhythm theory is, there remains an even more important
consideration. How does one interpret the results? What do critical, high, and low days mean for
each individual who applies the theory to his daily activities and events? Interpretations of
biorhythm data center on the three most important days in the monthly rhythms: the critical, high,
and low points in each of the physical, emotional, and intellectual cycles. The general
characteristics associated with the high and low days are more straightforward and consistent than is
the case with the critical or cautionary days.

High days

Generally, high days indicate full tides of: vitality, endurance, and strength from a physical view;
excitement, intense feelings, and vigorous sensibilities from an emotional view; and knowledge,
reason, and thought from the intellectual view. There are gradations of these dependent upon the
situations and circumstances under which they occur, and on the individual personality involved.
Thus, a high in the emotional cycle can signal a time of high production for the actor or artist,
similar to a high in the physical cycle of an athlete. On the other hand, a high emotional state under
circumstances requiring coolness during stress is a different matter, and could signal an "off" day
for the professional race driver, or the man at bat with three men on.

Low days

The general characteristics of the low days in the cycles are not necessarily directly opposed to
those of the highs, and should not be thought of as the "bad" or negative days in the cycles. They do
indicate a lower level of potential or energy, and should be thought of as the recharge, rest, or
recovery phase of the cycles.

Critical days

In general, interpretations of critical days revolve around two key words: deviation and instability.
The word "deviation," for example, means "a departure from a standard." Biorhythm research
seems to indicate that critical days are often times when a person's behavior and actions differ from
the norm for that individual. Examples are the usually polite, easy-going individual who, on his
emotional critical day, finds himself short-tempered and edgy with everyone around him; or the
person who is normally charged-up, energetic, and full of drive, who finds himself feeling listless,
tired, and withdrawn on the critical day in his physical cycle.

The second key word, "instability," has similar connotations, but it brings into focus the concept of
motion. In fact, the word itself infers a "wobbly" or shaky condition, and aptly describes the time
during which the cycle is changing direction-either from high to low or low to high. Although there
is a potential for mishap at this point in a cycle, there is at the same time a potential for very
positive results. If one is cautious and aware of the unstable state, and able to harness and direct the
energy, one can often excel on a critical day. By taking full advantage of the positive aspects of
one's deviant behavior or feelings during this time, there is the potential for outstanding
achievement - the possibility for a physical, emotional, or intellectual breakthrough in one's life. As
an example of this, many professional athletes, mountain climbers, and others who depend upon
physical attributes, have been able to perform admirably on biorhythmic critical days in their
physical cycles. With these general characteristics as a background, the following is a guide list of
more specific interpretations of the biorhythmic high, low, and critical days.
 Interpreting your high and low days

Physical High:

Your energy, vitality, and strength are at full tide. Your physical system is able to withstand shock,
injury, or stress at this time. Sexual drives are above normal. At the same time, physical forces may
be overly strong with a danger of overexertion or susceptibility to reckless, aggressive activities.

Emotional High:

Your emotions are keyed to their highest levels. This is the time when you will feel most outwardly
directed to others, able to enjoy their company, as well as to give them support, encouragement, and
understanding if needed. It is the optimum time for strengthening your relationships with your lover
or friends. Your high emotions can also
push you to great performances, especially in creative endeavors. On the other hand, depending
upon circumstances and your personality, be aware of possible runaways, emotional outbursts or
over-doing. Your high emotions could also lead you to impulsive, rash behavior.

Intellectual High:

Analytical, logistical, and concentrative abilities are at upper levels. This is a prime time for
creative thinking, composing, writing, decision-making. This is a good time for abstract reasoning,
verbal fluency, understanding new concepts, number ability, memory manipulation, and for facing
new challenges, taking on new work assignments. This is also a time of possible frustrations if
opportunities for intellectual expansion are limited or missing.

Physical Low:

Your physical forces are at low tide with vitality and energy resources possibly drained. Fatigue is
common. Rest, recuperation are important at this time. Your interest in or inclinations to physical,
sexual activities are on the wane. In athletic activities, endurance is usually lessened. There is a lack
of zest or spirit and a feeling of near exhaustion may follow performance. You may have "worn out"
feelings in general during
this time. Depressive tendencies may be present and must be resisted. There is a danger of
overexertion if highs in the other cycles tend to override your feelings of physical low energy.
Watch eating, drinking, as any overindulgence at this time is potentially dangerous.

Emotional Low:

Your emotional state is relaxed or below normal. In situations where extreme calm or lack of
emotions is required, this may be helpful. In other circumstances, your feelings, sensitivities, and
awareness of your environment may be low. It is a time when you may feel more inwardly directed,
less able to extend yourself to others. You may even experience feelings of depression or loneliness.
In general, it is a time of passivity rather than engagement.

Intellectual Low:

Your ability to move into new intellectual fields is lessened at this time. Decision-making,
judgments, and concentration on tasks may all be frustrating or difficult during this period.
Impulsive, spur-of-the-moment actions with regrettable consequences are possible. Loss or
relinquishment of cautions or protective inclinations may occur. Depressed or exhausted mental
states are also possible.

Interpreting your critical days

Physical Critical:

In general, you can tire more easily, quickly. There may be some impairment of your physical
control or strength with a potential for accidents or mishaps in the home, office, or car. A lessening
of the body's protective senses increases the dangers of exertion, exhaustion, and possible injury.
Relax, get added rest. Give extra attention to physical comforts and aids, such as proper lighting,
frequent relaxation periods, that will make your day easier. Avoid activities where large amounts of
energy are required-for most people, not a good day to start spring cleaning, mowing the lawn, or
playing a strenuous game of tennis.

During health crises, a physical critical can signal a recurrence of problems-a possible heart attack,
stroke, etc. lf you have a particular health problem, it is a good time to curtail physical activities that
require a large expenditure of energy.

In extreme cases, sensory deprivation may occur, with a consequent neglect for personal safety as
exhibited in acts of either extreme bravery or foolhardiness. For those who participate in sports
frequently or for the professional' athlete, performance hangs in the balance-it can be your best or
worst day. Try to be extremely aware of your physical potential during this unstable time; intensify
mental concentration to control and
extend your physical capabilities for maximum performance and possible outstanding achievement.

Emotional Critical:

Either emotional exhaustion or euphoria is possible-from "the skids" (depression) to great heights
(elation, outbursts). You may have a "let-down" or tired feeling, since exhaustion is often based on
an imbalanced emotional state. You may also experience emotional "flair-ups" or extreme Agitation,
anxiety, or frustration. In extreme cases,
suicides or attempted suicides have occurred on or very close to emotional critical days.

Overexertion and exhaustion due to emotional stress are also potential dangers to health and can
trigger a physical crisis such as a heart attack or a stroke. Be particularly alert to health side effects
in the day's activities. Give extra care and attention to situations where emotions play a key role:
driving your automobile in heavy traffic; stress situations at work; dealing with family problems;
disciplining and working with young children. In general, forced calmness and mental concentration
on control of emotions is advised. Keep in mind the unique opportunity of an emotional critical
day-by harnessing your emotional energies at this time you could develop and strengthen a model
of emotional self-control and expression which is so important to overall happiness and well-being.
This day could give you the opportunity to reach
important breakthroughs in your emotional life, as well as present possible new avenues of
creativity.

Intellectual Critical:

On the critical day in the intellectual cycle, there is a tendency to avoid making necessary decisions
and to hastily improvise acceptable answers to situations. Mental carelessness can often cause a
disregard for personal safety and survival. Mental Depression and a lower threshold to health
hazards are also potential dangers.

Verbal fluency-an attribute of intelligence-may be decreased or restricted. The faculties of abstract

reasoning, number ability, and memory appear to be lessened. Misplacement of valuables and
forgetfulness are common. Often, there is a disregard for consequences: thus, the man who can't
swim goes boating; the homemaker with a sore back decides to move the piano to another location.
lf it is possible to "think before leaping," this is the time to do it. Despite these more frequent
negative factors, either success or failure in academic or intellectual pursuits is possible on this day,
since one's intellectual acuity is alterable in either direction by the imbalanced state.
Mental control through awareness and alertness is important at these times. The opportunity to
reach new heights, to have a day of intellectual, creative brilliance-to have that one stroke of genius
that could change your life, are all entirely possible.

Note: The article "Research activities" is a help file of Biorhytm program written by
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