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WHAT IS A SOUNDBATH?
A sound bath can be a deeply immersive, full body listening experience that uses sound to nurture your mind and body.
The experience begins with each person lying down or seated in a comfortable position, often with a blanket, eye mask, or anything that makes you feel comfortable. After a few minutes of guided focus on the breath, the remainder of the experience is filled with different sounds and frequencies of crystal and Tibetan bowls. The bowls produce clear, high frequency sounds that many believe cleanse and balance the chakras. The combination of sound waves are designed to be felt physically, engaging the parasympathetic nervous system and encourages deep state of relaxation, as well as help with stress reduction and anxiety relief.
Sound baths can create a safe space for emotional exploration and release. Because they are thought to release emotions, powerful sound waves may help people heal past traumas or deal with grief. A sound bath can be a deeply personal experience. Participants sometimes report feeling waves of joy, sadness or peace. Physical reactions also occur, such as tingling sensations or a feeling of lightness.