BENEFITS OF A SOUND JOURNEY
What is a sound journey?
A sound journey, also known as a sound bath or sound healing session, is an immersive experience where participants are enveloped in sound waves produced by various instruments, such as singing bowls, gongs, chimes, and tuning forks.
My collection of instruments includes the exquisite Premium Heaven and Earth 9 Bowl Frosted Crystal Bowl Chakra Set, meticulously tuned to 432 Hz. Each bowl resonates with one of the 7 physical chakras, complemented by a deep, grounding low F bowl for the Earth Star chakra, located beneath the Root Chakra (my absolute favorite), and a transcendent high C bowl for the Soul Star chakra, positioned above the Crown Chakra. I also have a stunning array of Himalayan brass bowls, along with a majestic standing brass bowl that you can actually step into, enveloping yourself in its powerful resonance. These crystal and brass bowls emit potent vibrations that you will feel deeply.
To elevate the experience, I incorporate the therapeutic sounds of a magnificent gong, a soothing ocean drum, delicate Koshi chimes, and more, all harmonizing to create an immersive sound journey. A tranquil water fountain further enriches the soundscape, adding to the serene ambiance.
Sound “Bath” Journeys are transformative experiences that resonate deeply across every facet of our being. Within us, intricate networks of energy centers and meridians shape our physical, emotional, and spiritual health.
When we immerse ourselves in the healing vibrations of sound, we can release blocked energy, liberate old cellular memories from trauma held within our cells, negative emotions, and other blockages causing mental, emotional, or physical dis-ease.
These gentle yet powerful sounds sweep through us, clearing away stagnation and welcoming in revitalizing energies. In this harmonious space, stress melts away, and a profound sense of balance emerges, nurturing our body’s natural capacity for both mental clarity and physical rejuvenation.
Sound Journeys thus become a sanctuary for holistic healing, where the symphony of sound guides us towards wholeness, vitality, and inner peace.
What are the benefits of Sound Journeying?
Sound “Bath” Journeys offer numerous benefits across mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual aspects of well-being. Here are some of the key benefits that has been documented through research, as well as reported by our YOUniversity guests:
Mental Benefits:
Sound can assist in relieving stress and tension. It also helps to quieten repetitive thought patterns from a busy mind & relaxes one into a meditative state where deep inner silence & stillness is experienced.
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- Reduces stress and anxiety
- Calms the mind and reduces mental chatter
- Promotes a meditative state and deep relaxation
- Enhances mental clarity and focus
- Promotes restful sleep and alleviates insomnia
- Enhances creativity and intuition
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Emotional Benefits:
Sound helps to move and release emotions which are stored in the body. Through this process old patterns and behaviors which are no longer serving one’s highest good are released. The release of these emotions allows for a greater flow of energy throughout the body by clearing energy blockages.
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- Releases stored emotions and trauma – helpful for those experiencing depression, anxiety, or PTSD.
- Helps in processing and letting go of negative emotions
- Promotes emotional balance and stability
- Uplifts mood and enhances feelings of peace and well-being by releasing endorphins and serotonin in the brain
- Increases emotional resilience
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Physical Benefits:
Sound can cleanse the organs of toxins in your body and help to regulate their functions as each has its own frequency. Sound can help to relieve constipation, headaches, throat problems, stomach-aches, and aches in the joints and bones.
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- Alleviates physical pain and discomfort
- Reduces inflammation in the body
- Boosts the immune system
- Enhances the body’s natural healing processes
- Regulates blood pressure and improves circulation
- Aids in detoxification of the body
- Improves digestion and relieves digestive issues
- Relieves chronic fatigue and helps boost energy levels
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Spiritual Benefits:
Sound can clear negative energies or entities that may be attached to one’s aura or any other part of one’s being.
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- Promotes spiritual growth and awareness
- Enhances meditation and mindfulness practices
- Clears negative energies and blockages in the aura
- Aligns and balances the chakras
- Deepens the connection with one’s inner self and higher consciousness
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Overall, sound healing can be a powerful tool for achieving holistic health and well-being by harmonizing the body’s energy and promoting a state of balance and harmony.
How does Sound Journeying work?
Participants typically lie down or sit comfortably while the practitioner plays the instruments, guiding them through a meditative and therapeutic journey of sound.
Our bodies are also made up of approximately 80% water, so our bodies are excellent conductors of sound.
“Everything is energy and that’s all there is to it. Match the frequency of the reality you want and you cannot help but get that reality. It can be no other way. This is not philosophy. This is physics.” -Albert Einstein
Sound vibrations and specific frequencies will be combined with guided meditation and intention setting. It is through the simple utilization of attention and intention that the energetics within us can transform.
The science confirms the benefit of the combination of intentional sound and guided imagery practices as ultimately beneficial to the process of healing emotional and physical health and well-being. It is widely recognized as a valuable and effective complement to conventional medical care.
Sound amplifies our true inner nature. When we focus on the positive states inherently within, the sound assists in realizing and sustaining this positive state within us! Sometimes that inner state become muddied or blocked so we were unable to see or access it. And so we work with clearing and balancing the entire pathway from ground to sky, from root to crown, from foot to head, and beyond!
The instruments in a sound journey facilitate shifts in our brainwave state through “entrainment”.
“Entrainment synchronizes our fluctuating brainwaves by providing a stable frequency which the brainwave can attune to. By using rhythm and frequency, we can entrain our brainwaves and it then becomes possible to down-shift our normal beta state (normal waking consciousness) to alpha (relaxed consciousness), and even reach theta (meditative state) and delta (sleep; where internal healing can occur). This same concept is utilized in meditation by regulating the breath, but with sound it’s the frequency that is the agent which influences the shift.” [*Nate Martinez]
All you need to do is show up and immerse yourself. Come rest, come connect, and open yourself to the discoveries that await. Your journey of exploration and connection begins here!
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Disclaimer: Sound Journeys are not a substitute for medical care. The information on this web site is for general and educational purposes only. This information is not intended as medical advice and should not be used for medical diagnosis or treatment. Information on this web site is not intended to create any physician-patient relationship, nor should it be considered a replacement for consultation with a healthcare professional. If you have questions or concerns about your health, please contact your healthcare provider.
CONTRAINDICATIONS:
Sound healing is contraindicated for the following conditions, so please do not proceed with this appointment if you fall into any of the following groups:
*People with carotid stenosis or carotid atherosclerosis
*People with cardiac pacemakers, artificial heart valves, or cardiac arrhythmias
*People with a stent or shunt
*People with a deep brain stimulation device (DBS)
*People with epilepsy
*People who are post-surgery, prior to suture removal, prior to full healing and closing of surgical scars
*People who are in the first 12 weeks of pregnancy
