Healing through Sound

When feeling low or you instinctively resort to music and surprisingly find peace in it. Have you ever thought why does that happen? Well, if you get deep into the layers of life, you would be stunned at the uncountable ways in which sound comes to our rescue. It is the medium to express feelings. It has the power to uplift our mood. It is a way to celebrate our happy moments. It is a way to reduce negativity and what not. But not many people are aware of its healing power.

The concept of sound healing is not so popular but effective method for the treatment of stress, depression, anxiety, sleep problems etc. It works on the principle of harmonization of cells in the body by a sound which promotes healing. So, it is a therapy that ensures results without any side-effects.

To have a better understanding of the'healing power of sound', Millennium Post had a tête-à-tête with Nidhi Jain, Founder, The Ochre Tree, where she explained few 'Sound healing techniques' which one must try to attain peace and tranquility in this fast-paced life.

Om Chanting: Most of us are familiar with Om chanting, but very few have actually experienced the soothing effect it has on mind and soul. Om chanting is an all-powerful mantra that can heal anyone mentally emotionally and physically. It is best known for improving concentration and reducing the stress level. Not only it creates a positive vibration within you but also purifies the aura.

Sound healing instrument: There are generally two types of instruments. One is Tibetan singing bowls that are made of bell-metal bronze and the other one is crystal bowls made of quartz crystal.

Tibetan bowls are used as a tone in the beginning and end of the session that brings a deep sense of relaxation whereas the crystal bowls help in sending energy into the atmosphere that activates brainwaves and affects different areas of the brain that boosts willpower and provokes creativity.

Healing Rhythms and Drumming Therapy Exercises: One of the traditional practices of sound healing is shamanic drumming. The sound waves originating from drumming therapy helps in energising the body and mind. Drumming can show a positive effect on those with depression, cancer, stress, and chronic pain diseases.

Gong Bath: It is a unique sound practice where gongs are played in a way to bring relaxation, and this can be done as a one to one or group treatment. Gong sound

therapy has been in use for thousands of years. Today, enthusiasts believe that gong bath can release your emotional blockage.

If stress, anxiety, and frustration have become a part of life, Sound therapy can be a positive step towards a better, healthier and happier 'you'.