Sound bath

Healing with sound baths is a new expression of rejuvenation, rooted in ancient practices.

Music, according to the ancient Greek philosopher Plato, gives soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and life to everything. Subsequent research has consistently supported this notion. Noise and unpleasant sounds lead to the production of stress hormones (adrenaline, cortisol, norepinephrine), and stress is one of the main factors of premature aging. For productive creativity, improved mood, and meditation, different sounds are needed—those of nature, birdsong, classical music, and bell chimes. Philosopher Plato’s sentiment was echoed by mathematician Pythagoras, who said, “There is geometry in the humming of the strings, there is music in the spacing of the spheres.”

Humanity has long recognized the ability of music and sounds to create a harmonious aura around people, affecting their energy and mood.

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The history of sound baths goes back to Asia and the East, where singing bowls and bells were among the earliest instruments. Today, sound baths are included in spa and beauty salon programs as part of rejuvenation treatments. Correctly selected vibrational frequencies resonate with the body, leading to a relaxed state. They can significantly reduce stress and anxiety, improve sleep, and lower blood pressure.

Modern science has validated these ancient discoveries. Today, we know that our brain naturally synchronizes with dominant frequencies. In a sound bath, continuous sounds can shift the brain from a beta state (normal consciousness) to a theta state (relaxed consciousness) or even to a delta state, believed to promote internal healing.

Every organ and cell in the human body has its own frequency. The vibrations of sound bath instruments can resonate with them, potentially bringing them into alignment and balance. Beethoven once said, “Music can change the world.” The harmonious echoes created by singing bowls (made of crystal or metal) can positively influence a person’s state. In addition to traditional ones, consider crystal singing bowls: made from quartz crystal, they produce sounds that are not only heard but also felt throughout the body.

But bowls are just one of the tools that can be useful in sound therapy. Since the early 2000s, sociologists have conducted various experiments in this field (Chatty Maps, Sound with Power), trying to determine which sounds people associate with their hometowns, events, and phenomena. We all react differently to sounds, and even if you are not an auditory type, it’s worth discovering what brings you peace and harmony. This way, you can use sound—whether through singing bowls, your favorite track, or birdsong—to relieve stress or lift your spirits when needed.