Though sound bath may seem like a “new era” concept, its history can trace back to ancient Egyptian times when they used special musical incantations to help the sick.
What is a sound bath?
A sound bath is a relaxing meditation experience where participants are “bathed” in sound waves. Most sound baths combine a mix of different musical instruments because each gives off its unique frequencies or vibrations, such as chimes, tuning forks, gongs, drums, and even the human voice itself.
During a sound bath, participants typically lie on the ground while a practitioner may guide and facilitate the entire experience. The whole process usually lasts between 15-90 minutes.
Benefits of sound baths
Sound baths attempt to restore the listener’s sense of harmony by using sound to clear the dissonance in his energy fields. The benefits of sound baths include:
- Relaxation
- Relieving stress and anxiety
- Increasing a sense of well-being
- Improving concentration
- Expanding awareness
- Boosting energy
- A feeling of rejuvenation
According to different purposes, people may react to sound baths in their own ways. For example, one person may feel particularly relaxed, while another one feels recharged.
Even though sound bath seems to be supernatural and unconventional, the working theory behind is actually science-based and highly respected by the public. For example, in the medical field, ultrasound technology is based on sound waves and can be used to break up kidney stones.
Preparations for sound baths
Sound baths are suitable for anyone at any stage of their lives, except for only a few restrictions, for example, if someone had a concussion before. They are also beneficial for pregnant women or people who are experiencing illness and trauma. You can even make a healing sound bath session for your pets and plants.
There is nothing you need to prepare deliberately. Sound baths do not require special clothes or equipment, as long as you wear comfortably and lie down to receive the sounds around you. Practitioners often encourage you to bring yoga mats, blankets, pillows, eye pillows, or other props that will make you comfortable.
The effect of sound baths really depends on the individual and how relaxed you are during the bath. You can try out different sound baths to see what works for you.
