MIND-BODY-SPIRIT sound bath induces a meditative state and can bring about a sense of relaxation, calmness, and a decrease in stress. Due to the activation of the parasympathetic nervous system and Theta or Delta brain waves, one can experience lower blood pressure, a slower heart rate, deep- er breathing, increased digestion, and as a result, decreased anxiety symptoms. It is important to drink water following a sound healing session, so our body can stay hydrated, flush out toxins, and have op - timal performance with this increase in more aligned body functions. Psychologically, a sound bath has the tendency to take you right to the edge of awareness, to the space you experience right before falling asleep. This is known as the “Hypnagogic State”. In the Hypnagogic State we are able to have dream-like experiences while maintaining awareness. From these deepened states of consciousness, our intuition and creativity are heightened, and spirit guides are able to communi- cate with us via visualizations and auditory messages, all of which can contain insights into solutions for current challenges, or ideas for new ways of thinking. On the edge of consciousness, we can find help to move energetic blockages in our subtle body systems, and divine in- spiration for our human journey. Due to the deep states of conscious - ness that one can reach, it is important to practice grounding exercises after a sound healing experience before returning to everyday life. Personal Experience For most of my life, the present moment was a place where I rarely spent my time, and silence was a space to contemplate every little de- tail of my past experiences, or worry about the outcome of the future. I stumbled onto a spiritual path, desperate for relief from the churn- ings of my mind. I found practicing guided meditation helped to ease my relationship with the present moment, but only through intent- ly listening to another’s guidance. Still seeking relief from my inner machinations, I signed up for a sound bath and found myself lying in savasana on a cheap Yoga mat, dreading keeping my eyes closed in silence waiting for it to begin. Once the Sound bath started, I was delighted to find that the un - predictability of the sounds managed to keep my mind occupied. I was able to follow the varied sounds into the unknown depths of silence. Before I could slip into the old patterns of overthinking, another sound would erupt and I could trace it back into the quiet. Eventually the fear of soundlessness began to dissipate. To my surprise, instead of an ene- my, I found a friend, dare I say an ally, in the solitude of silence. In the ending moments of that first sound bath, I felt like a child wrapped in a warm, cozy blanket. Needless to say, after that first sound healing experience, I was hooked. I attended monthly sound baths and eventually completed a sound healing training. I bought my own set of instruments and now share my passion for sound baths with others. From experiencing and practicing the art of sound healing I have come to befriend silence and the present moment in a way I did not think was possible. It has even allowed me to become acquainted with formerly unknown feelings, like safety, security, and harmony. If you want to better understand the universe, and yourself, I en- courage you to attend a sound bath in person. Bring your Yoga mat, a blanket, and an open mind. I hope the instruments take you deeply into yourself where you may find relief, delight, and peace. Vibe On! Lindsey Haldeman candidly illuminates visionary ideals, bringing them into the everyday. With a BA in Psychology, she finds the psyche to be a trea - sure map and seeks the Gold in every experience. As an ongoing student of life, she continuously strives to be on the leading edge of thought and values the many varied adventures that life has to offer. Lindsey is a certified Yoga instructor, Reiki Master, and Sound Healer. For more information visit: www.lindseyhaldeman.com.
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