Sound Healing
A magical journey for Mind, Body and Soul
Daily stress, lack of sleep, and other external factors knock us out of our optimal state. Sound therapy aims to return the body and mind to the ultimate frequency, and research has shown that vibro-acoustic stimulation can induce relaxation and lower cortisol levels thereby improving quality of life. Soul Sound Sanctuary organises group and individual sound healing sessions as well as corporate and special events in house and around the Globe.
Corporate & Events
Enhance corporate ambience, optimise staff wellbeing and participants’ event experience, offer a sound healing session. This can be organised in meeting rooms, venues and auditoriums. Talk to us about your requirements.
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“I feel like a huge weight has been lifted from my chest since yesterday's gong bath. Thank you!”
— Sandrine M
The Powerful Benefits of Sound Healing
Many of us unconsciously turn on music to help us relieve stress and comfort us when we’re feeling down, and according to science, there is a good reason for this….
Everything in your body has a frequency – from your neurons firing… to your heart beating… to your breathing rate. Learn more about the science of sound healing.
Stress and Anxiety Reduction
Studies on sound healing are rare, however there is some emerging research that supports the belief that sound therapy can reduce stress and anxiety levels.
For example, a study published in Frontiers in Psychiatry found evidence that listening to binaural beats can reduce anxiety and regulate mood. Researchers recorded a 26.3% decline in anxiety after participants listened to binaural beats, which was more than double the rate of the placebo audio group (11.1% decline in anxiety).
Other research shows that sound healing can lower blood pressure and heart rate which is linked to stress reduction.
Improving Sleep Quality
As explained above, sound healing slows our brain waves, moving us into the brainwave states associated with rest and sleep. Therefore, many people find listening to healing sounds before bed can help them drift off to sleep faster and experience fewer sleep disturbances.
Better Brain Functioning
Finally, sound healing is an all-around brain booster known to improve cognitive function and reduce aging.
The Alzheimer’s Research and Prevention Foundation studied how mantra-chanting meditation affects the brain. Researchers found that just 12 minutes of chanting can activate several brain regions, including those associated with memory. They found evidence that chanting can increase cerebral blood flow and enhance cognitive function. This is an integral practice in Soul Sound Yoga’s Gong Baths: the power of your own voice to uplift and heal.
Energy & Mood Boosting
While a sound bath may make you feel sleepy initially, these healing sessions can improve your energy over the long term. This is because they reduce insomnia and enhance sleep quality, meaning you wake up well-rested.
What’s more, some music therapy instruments, such as tuning forks, have been linked to the stimulation of nitric oxide in our bodies. Efficient nitric oxide production is integral for reducing high blood pressure (related to stress) and reducing inflammation in the brain (linked to mental health conditions like depression).
FAQs Questions
Sound healing works by using vibrations (sound frequencies) to relax your mind and body. These vibrations can reduce stress, alleviate pain, promote sleep, and potentially decrease high blood pressure.
Sound Healing comes from the idea that specific sounds and frequencies can positively influence our minds and emotions. This is not a new concept by any means; in fact, although sound healing has only gained popularity in recent years, the method has been used in ancient cultures for centuries!
Yes. Various studies suggest that music therapy can provide numerous health benefits, such as reducing anxiety levels, improving mood states, and enhancing cognitive functioning among elderly patients with dementia.
Absolutely! From gong baths to tuning forks to singing bowls and crystal bowls – each type offers a unique experience. It’s about finding what resonates with you best. As experience progresses, it is worth trying a new experience as we evolve with time.
Indeed! Sound healing is non-invasive and considered safe for most people. However, it’s always best to consult with a healthcare professional before starting any new therapeutic practices if you have specific medical conditions or concerns.
Our brains contain millions of neurons that connect through a vast network of neural pathways. The neural activity in our brains results in a “brainwave” (or neural oscillation), which determines our state of consciousness.
These brainwave states are measured in Hertz (Hz), which indicates the number of cycles per second. The five primary brainwave states are:
- Delta (0.5-4 Hz) – Delta waves are associated with deep, dreamless sleep and unconsciousness but can also be assessed in certain trance states and during deep meditation.
- Theta (4-8 Hz) – Theta waves are found in deep relaxation, daydreaming, and during REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep. Theta waves are associated with creativity, intuition, and meditation.
- Alpha (8-14 Hz) – Alpha waves are present in a state of relaxed alertness. When you are awake but calm and not actively processing information, you are likely in an alpha state. Alpha waves are also associated with light meditation.
- Beta (14-30 Hz) – Beta waves are associated with active, analytical thought. They are present when you are awake and engaged in mental activities, such as problem-solving, decision-making, and focused concentration.
- Gamma (30-100 Hz and above) – These are the fastest brainwaves associated with higher mental processing, including perception, problem-solving, and consciousness. They are linked to insight and peak performance.
So, how does sound healing relate to brain waves?
Sound frequencies can influence and change our brainwave states. Hearing specific frequencies or sound waves can shift our brains from the normal waking “beta” state (14-20 Hz) to the relaxed “alpha” state (8-13 Hz) or “theta” state (4-7 Hz).
This is why attending a sound bath makes most people feel relaxed, like they have just had a lovely nap. Moreover, with regular sound baths, you’re more likely to access the Theta state, which promotes healing and rejuvenation and thus can help with various health issues.
"The Gong is the first and last instrument for the human mind, there is only one thing that can supersede and command the human mind, the sound of the Gong. It is the first sound in the universe, the sound that created this universe. It’s the basic creative sound. To the mind, the sound of the gong is like a mother and father that gave it birth. The mind has no power to resist a gong that is well played."
— Yogi Bhajan