Sound Healing and Sound Baths 

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Sound healing is a modality practiced in all cultures across the world for many thousands of years.  Sound made by a variety of instruments is channelled to address a specific physical ailment or emotional issue. 

It is most commonly used as a form of a self care in the form of a sound bath. Sound baths are mindful, full body listening experiences and a great way to experience full and deep relaxation.

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How does it work?

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Ever wondered why you your mood changes depending on what type of music you’re listening to? The cells within our bodies respond to vibrations and pick up the different tones and frequencies when each instrument and rhythm is played. Sound therapy channels these vibrations to help realign the body on a cellular level.

It works by placing the brain into the restorative theta brainwave state. In this deeply relaxed state you will remember everything; however, you may drift off into the delta or ‘deep sleep’ state. If this happens your body is still benefitting from the vibrations as you sleep.

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Benefits of a sound bath include:

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• Relaxation of mind and body

• Reduces stress and anxiety

• Reduces inflammation in the body

• Reduces anger and irritability

• Reduces fatigue

• Pain relief

• Can lift a depressive state

• Boosts creativity

• Induces a state of inner harmony

• Improve memory and sleep quality

• Can help with joint problems, headaches, digestive problems and menstruation.

 

What happens during a sound bath?

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You will be invited to lie down with your eyes closed in a comfortable position, using mats, pillows and blankets to support you. Your facilitator will then help you achieve a deep state of relaxation with a full body scan. Instruments such as drums, rainsticks, Tibetan singing bowls and chimes, will then be played intuitively. You don’t have to do anything, just lie back and relax and allow your body to take in the sound and do its work.

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 When care should be taken. 

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Whilst sound healing is a safe practice with many benefits, for most people. There are some circumstances in which sound therapy is not recommended.  Please consult your doctors of you have any of the following conditions before booking:

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• Pregnancy - It is not advisable to participate in any sound healing activities during any stage of pregnancy

• Heart problems and Pacemakers -. Those with a pacemaker and conditions such as arrhythmias, hypertension or other heart issues should be particularly cautious as vibrations can affect heart rate and blood pressure.

• Severe Mental Illness - Those people living with mental health conditions such as schizophrenia, psychosis or PTSD, may experience overwhelm due to the intensiveness of the sensory experience.

• Epilepsy or a history of seizures - It is important that you consult your GP before attending a sound bath. The varying frequencies and vibrations used in sound therapy could potentially trigger a seizure in sensitive individual.

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