Find Calmness with Sound Baths
A few years ago, I discovered sound baths while searching for a way to unwind amidst the stress and noise of daily life. A friend introduced me to this practice, which she swears by—and it’s so simple that even her partner, who isn’t particularly fond of meditation, enjoys it.
A sound bath is a form of meditation that uses specific sounds—typically produced by singing bowls, gongs, or other low-pitched instruments. These sounds stimulate the brain’s electrochemical activity, activating low-frequency waves that promote a deep sense of peace and relaxation.
What Is a Sound Bath?
The beauty of sound meditation, also called sound therapy, lies in its flexibility. You can practice it almost anywhere—whether lying down at home, sitting in a traditional meditative pose, or attending a session at a meditation center. If you want to experience a sound bath outside your home, look for a nearby meditation or wellness center. Two key elements matter most: a clean, calming environment and an experienced guide who can skillfully use Tibetan bowls and other overtone instruments to create soothing vibrations.
It’s the specific frequencies of these instruments—often around 131 Hz—that stimulate alpha and theta brain waves. These low-frequency, high-amplitude waves are linked to relaxation and mental clarity—the same sense of calm you might feel while walking through a lush garden, driving along an open highway, or practicing mindfulness meditation.
Alongside Tibetan bowls, the gong is a powerful instrument that can resonate through every cell of the body, releasing tension and inducing deep relaxation. This ancient instrument also helps clear the subconscious, balance the glandular system, and harmonize energy channels and centers, including the meridians and chakras.
During a sound bath, your heart rate slows, naturally guiding you into a deep meditative state. Unlike traditional meditation, which often requires effort to keep the mind from wandering, sound bath frequencies lead you into relaxation effortlessly. This makes sound baths an accessible option for anyone seeking deep relaxation simply by lying down and letting the sound waves wash over them.
Sound bath therapy can be done anywhere even at home lying or sitting down.
How to Try a Sound Bath at Home
While research on sound bath benefits is still emerging, the best way to understand their effects is by trying one yourself. A home session is easy:
Grab a blanket, as your body temperature may drop during relaxation.
Find a cozy, quiet spot.
Download a sound bath playlist of your choice.
Put your phone on silent, close your eyes, and let the soothing sounds guide your mind into relaxation.
You’ll likely feel refreshed and rejuvenated afterward.
Personally, I love the sound of singing bowls so much that I invested in one for myself. I play it whenever I need a calming reset or to bring closure to a meditation session. To enhance the benefits, I follow my sound bath with a warm cup of Clevr adaptogen-filled latte made with cocoa and ashwagandha, extending the relaxation before returning to daily life.
Give a sound bath a try and experience the calming benefits for yourself—then let us know how it works for you!
