How to use an FSC more Mindfully?
One question we often receive from our customers is: Does an FSC need to be activated with a specific phrase?
If Functional State Correctors (FSCs) are new to you, you can start with our introduction to FSCs to learn what they are, how they work and how they are used. It takes about three minutes to read.
According to explanations provided by FSC inventor S. Koltsov, neither the plates nor FSC-bracelets require any special activation. They are designed to function without additional commands, rituals or prescribed wording.
There is therefore no single “correct” phrase that must be spoken before an FSC can begin working. References to activating the plates usually come from individual methods developed by practitioners who recommend combining their use with a particular mindset or intention.
However, it is useful to distinguish between two different concepts: required activation and mindful use.
You do not need to activate an FSC for it to work. You can, however, choose to use it more consciously.
What does mindful use of an FSC mean?
Much of what we do every day happens automatically. We eat, drink water, put on jewellery, take essential items with us and often barely notice the actions themselves.
A mindful action is different: for a moment, we consciously direct our attention to what we are doing and why.
For example, you can quickly drink a glass of water while scrolling through messages on your phone. Or you can pause for a few seconds, notice the taste of the water and remind yourself that you are taking a moment to care for your well-being.
The same applies to food. A meal can be eaten almost automatically, with little attention to its taste. Alternatively, you can slow down, chew carefully, notice the flavours and observe how you feel. In the second case, you are more consciously engaged in the experience.
The same principle can be applied when using an FSC.
You can simply place the plate in your bag, pocket or on your desk. Or, from time to time, you can look at it or touch it and remind yourself why you chose to keep it nearby.
In this way, the FSC can also serve as a reminder of the state, goal or inner mindset you want to cultivate.
Suppose you are using FSC No. 12 «Deep Sleep». No special activation phrase is required. However, before going to bed, you may choose to complement the use of the plate with a simple mindful ritual.
For example, you might structure your water with the FSC, drink it slowly, put your phone aside and spend a few minutes shifting your attention away from the concerns of the day and towards rest.
At that moment, you could say silently or aloud:
“I let go of the events of the day and prepare myself for calm, deep sleep.”
“I allow myself to rest fully and restore my energy.”
“Tonight, my body and mind can rest, and in the morning I wake feeling refreshed and energised.”
These are not secret formulas or mandatory commands for the FSC. You can use any words that feel natural and meaningful to you. The purpose is not to switch the plate on, but to help you make the transition from activity to rest.
Consider another example: FSC No. 16 «Healthy Environment». This plate can be used to harmonise the atmosphere at home, at work, while travelling, during negotiations or in other situations where maintaining calm and inner balance feels particularly important.
Imagine that everything is peaceful at home, but the atmosphere at work has become tense. Colleagues are arguing, your manager is irritable, conversations quickly turn into disputes and you find it difficult to concentrate. You decide to take FSC No. 16 with you.
You could simply put it in your bag or pocket. Or you could approach its use more consciously. Before leaving home, hold the plate for a moment and formulate your intention:
“Today I remain calm and do not become drawn into other people’s conflicts.”
“I create a calm working atmosphere around me where I can focus on my tasks.”
“I communicate with my colleagues calmly and respectfully, and difficult situations are resolved constructively.”
“I maintain my inner balance regardless of the mood of those around me.”
If the FSC is on your desk, seeing it can become a brief cue to return to that state of mind. If the plate is in your pocket, touching it can serve the same purpose: a reminder not to react impulsively, to take a calm breath, avoid a sharp response and bring your attention back to what matters.
This does not mean constantly repeating phrases or trying to control every thought. A few seconds are enough to remember why you chose to keep the FSC close to you.
FSC No. 16 can be used in the same way before a journey, an important meeting or challenging negotiations.
For example, you might say aloud or silently:
“May this journey unfold calmly and smoothly.”
“I remain clear-minded and approach these negotiations with confidence.”
“I express my position calmly and listen carefully to the other person.”
“I create a constructive atmosphere for communication and cooperation.”
This approach can be applied not only to FSC plates, but also to FSC-bracelets.
For example, a woman may wear the “Enchantress” bracelet, associated with femininity, attractiveness and self-confidence. It can, of course, simply be worn as an accessory. But noticing it on the wrist can also become a reminder:
“I can be gentle and confident at the same time.”
“I feel attractive and feminine.”
“I allow myself to appreciate who I am and to feel comfortable being appreciated by others.”
In this way, the bracelet becomes more than a familiar accessory. It also serves as a personal reminder of the qualities and inner state the wearer wishes to nurture.
Even the simplest object can become a meaningful cue. A keyring in your pocket might remind you to stay calm. A note on your desk can bring you back to a goal. A favourite cup can signal that it is time to pause and recharge. With an FSC, however, there is another aspect to consider.
An FSC already carries its own specific energetic information and can function regardless of whether you are consciously thinking about it at any particular moment. The plate does not require your constant attention in order to perform its primary function.
When this is combined with your own conscious involvement, however, another dimension is added to the experience. Instead of simply carrying the plate in your pocket or leaving it on your desk, you periodically reconnect with your goal, notice your current state and deliberately orient yourself towards the change you want to make.
In that sense, two directions come together: the action of the FSC itself and your own attention, intention and behaviour.
Take the FSC «Fortune» as an example. Its purpose is associated with moving beyond a sense of stagnation, opening up to forward momentum, recognising new opportunities and progressing towards personal goals. When you notice the plate on your desk or touch it in your pocket, you can also remind yourself why you brought it with you: to complete an important project, find a new job, grow your own business or move more confidently towards a financial objective.
At that moment, rather than simply waiting for circumstances to change, you reconnect consciously with your intention. You become more attentive to opportunities and remember the practical steps you can take today. The FSC supports the direction you have chosen, while your attention, decisions and actions help you continue moving towards your goal.
If even an ordinary object can regularly bring our attention back to a goal and influence the way we act, mindful interaction with an FSC can make its use feel more purposeful, personal and focused.
As the examples above illustrate, phrases can help you engage with the process more consciously, but they are not required for an FSC to function.
Do you have to say these phrases aloud? No. Words and small rituals are simply optional tools that can help you engage more mindfully with the process; they are not a prerequisite.
An FSC therefore does not require special activation. What you can do is use it consciously: understand why you selected a particular plate or bracelet, periodically return your attention to that intention and reinforce the state you wish to cultivate through your words, actions and mindset. This is what we mean by mindful use of an FSC.
To learn more about Functional State Correctors, how they are used to structure water, promote overall well-being and help harmonise the atmosphere at home or at work, visit the “What is an FSC?” page.
