How to Prepare For A Sound Journey

Here are some Preparation Tips & ways to Enhance your Sound Journey experience!

Below You will find:
1) Preparation before the event
2) What to bring with you
3) Different laying/sitting positions to experience the sound or guided meditation

Before

1) PREP YOUR BODY - These are simply Suggestions that can enhance your experience but are not necessary by any means.

a) Hydrate! Do your best to drink enough water in the days leading up to the sound journey (add electrolytes to enhance water quality - a little sprinkle of sea salt or Himalayan salt is great!).
Why? Water, along with the electrolytes it contains, supports the flow of energy throughout your body. Sound therapy can aid in hydrating your cells and promoting oxygen and blood flow, but its benefits are enhanced when your body is already well-hydrated.

b) IMPORTANT - Do your best to have little to no food at least 1 hour before the event for the best experience.
Why? This allows your physical digestion to be at ease, while your body/mind absorb and digest the sound and energy coming through for you.

2) ARRIVE - Do your best to arrive at least 10 minutes early to get checked in & settled. You can arrive up to a half hour early at most locations.

Bring

3) Suggestions on WHAT TO BRING - Non of this is truly necessary, but all of it helps to improve your experience!

The Sound Temple has a few padded mats, yoga mats, blankets, bolsters, a couple rocking chairs & a zero gravity chair for those that cannot sit/lay on the floor. First come, first serve.
The YMCA has padded exercise mats, a few blankets & regular chairs if needed.

First things First:
a) Wear - Comfy/Loose clothing can help to relax the breathing/body/mind.
b) Foundation - Yoga or padded mat / something comfy to lay or sit on.
c) Joint, Head & Back Support - Pillow(s), cushions, yoga blocks, or rolled blankets for under head or knees. Lower back pain = pillow under the knees takes pressure off lower back. Snorer = raising your head/upper body up at an angle can help minimize the snoring while offering you more oxygen flow.
d) Blanket/Something Warm - have layers in case of fluctuating temperatures.
e) Water flask w/drinking water.

Additional:
f) Eye mask - Can be as easy as putting a handkerchief or scarf over your eyes. Blocking out the sun/light is a form of Sensory Deprivation that can help take you deeper into the experience by enhancing your other senses. Mindfold Eye Masks available for purchase @ The Sound Temple.
g) Journal for note taking, intention setting, processing your experience, etc. This is actually a powerful practice for better understanding the feelings, visuals, ideas and overall experiences that you have.
h) Sacred Objects to recharge their energy in the sound vibrations (crystals, talismans, jewelry, etc.).

**Please avoid
a) sleeping bags or any clothing that make a lot of noise.
b) strong colognes/perfumes

How to Lay/Sit Comfortably

4) Create Your Rest Nest - Suggestions & Guidance for 4 different body positions to experience the sound + ways to support your joints. The more comfortable your body is, the more you can surrender and receive.

a) Laying on your back
b) Laying at an angle
c) Laying on your side
d) Sitting up

See pictures below.

Go HERE for guidance - written & a video - on 4 different positions (including positions for those who are pregnant). There are ideas for props that you can find around your house and ways to use them for proper support and comfort.

This is a learning curve. You will know more about what your body requires to feel supported with each experience.