Sound Healing Meditation

What is a healing sound bath meditation?

In our modern world, the constant noise and distractions can easily drown out the deeper parts of ourselves, leaving us disconnected and overwhelmed. Meditation provides a powerful remedy for the mind, allowing us to tune in, be fully present, and experience a sense of inner peace and joy beyond the noise of our thoughts.

Sound has been used since ancient times to promote wellness, and sound meditation is a powerful form of healing that utilizes the vibrations of sound to calm the mind, move energy, and facilitate overall well-being. This practice is a subset of Nada yoga (sound vibration yoga), and involves directing a variety of sounds towards the body to induce a trance-like meditative state. The instruments used produce harmonic overtones and emit multiple frequencies simultaneously, creating a sense of lightness in the body and lulling people into a state of deep relaxation.

The harmonic ratios found in the overtones are also present throughout nature, and are thought to represent the primordial vibration of the Earth. Listening to overtone-emitting instruments during sound healing meditation allows us to vibrate in harmony with the natural rhythm of life, facilitating deep restoration, healing past traumas, and connecting with Spirit.

Some of the benefits of sound healing meditation include:

Sound healing meditation is experienced in person, and is a powerful tool for cultivating a deep sense of peace, healing, and transformation in one's life.

What to expect during a healing sound bath meditation?

To facilitate a deep healing experience, I create a sacred and energetically clear space infused with Reiki before each sound bath meditation. This space is essential to help you relax and open up to the healing energies. As part of this process, I offer you the opportunity to be smudged, clearing your energetic field and preparing you for the sound journey.

There will be brief introduction on the benefits of sound healing and provide an overview of the meditation experience. Our meditation journey begins with pranayama (breathwork), setting intentions, and a guided meditation to help you relax and focus your mind.

As we progress into the sound journey, I will use overtone-emitting instruments and vocalization to induce a meditative state. The instruments include gongs, crystal singing bowls, Native American flutes, buffalo drums, ocean drums, steel drums, rain sticks, bells, tingsha, koshi chimes, mantras, medicine songs, and vocal toning. I charge the instruments with Reiki to enhance their healing power, and the music will wash over you, helping to clear and balance your energy centers.

After the sound experience, I will gently guide you back to waking consciousness and end the session with affirmations and mantras. The goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where you can deeply relax and receive the benefits of sound healing. 

How to prepare?

To prepare for the sound bath, it is recommend that you eat light and arrive hydrated. This will help you feel comfortable and open to the healing energies.  Also suggest wearing loose, comfortable clothes with layers so you can adjust your temperature as needed.

For your comfort, please bring a yoga mat or a blanket to lie on during the majority of the experience. I also recommend bringing a bottle of water to stay hydrated.

If you'd like to enhance your experience, you are welcome to bring pillows, blankets, crystals, eye masks, or any other items that will help you feel relaxed and supported. The goal is to create a safe and comfortable environment where you can deeply relax and receive the benefits of the sound bath.

I offer monthly community sound healing meditations at my private residence in Lafayette, CA. These meditations are free for the community, but if you find value in the experience, you're welcome to contribute whatever amount you deem appropriate

I also offer private sound bath meditations in the Lamorinda area, which includes a travel fee of $1 per mile roundtrip outside of Lamorinda. The cost for a private session is $500 for 60 minutes. To book a private sound bath meditation, please email me or check my calendar/events page for more information on scheduled public events.