Frequently Asked Questions

In order to understand sound healing, you must understand the concept of resonance.  Resonance is "the ability of a vibration to reach out through vibrational waves to set off a similar vibration in another body... Every cell within our body is a sound resonator.  It has the capability of responding to any other sound outside of the body.  Every organ, in which cells of like vibration have gathered to form that organ, will respond as a group to particular sound vibrations.  The various systems in the body will also respond to sound vibrations, as will various emotional, mental and spiritual states of consciousness.  The human body is a bio-electrical system.  The bio-electrical energy is created in varying frequencies through muscular actions and can be altered, strengthened or balanced through the use of sacred sound.  This occurs through the quality of resonance." Additional sacred sound principles of rhythm, melody and harmony can be used to effect changes in physical, emotional & mental states, and lift the consciousness to spiritual awareness, respectively.   (The Science of Sacred Sound,  Andrews, 1992)

So... it's all about the vibrational frequency- of not only the instruments used but also the frequency of both your physical and subtle bodies (which include the etheric, emotional, soul and spiritual bodies, among others).    There is a healthy range for each part of your body.   The sound (the vibration) effects your bones, blood, nerves, organs and tissues and brings the vibration of each of these areas toward a healthy range.  It shakes things up, quite literally, and helps to mobilize stagnant energy.  Benefits can include: lowered anxiety and stress, relaxation, improved sleep, release of fear and other lower frequency emotions, balancing of the nervous system, improved brain function and clarity of mind, and assistance with pain management.  It can also uncover emotions to assist in our own growth, development and transformation.  It is important to remember that not all growth is comfortable.  Some of the sounds may sound blissful to you while others may feel uncomfortable.  You may also find in the days following a treatment that issues may arise in order to compel you to work on them.

The word reiki means "Universal Life Force Energy."  Reiki is a subtle and gentle form of energy work.  It can be done in person or at a distance. The practitioner can apply light touch on some of your main chakras or not even touch you at all, hovering the hands over your body.  The reiki energy is intelligent and knows where to flow to open, clear and balance your energy centers.  Reiki can be performed on anyone or anything, including events in the past, present or future.  Everyone has their own unique reaction to reiki.  Some just simply feel relaxed.  Some feel a strong and decided release.  Some feel warmth or tingling.  Some feel a shot of energy in certain areas. Some feel like they are flying.  Others feel like they couldn't move if they tried.  Your experience will be unique, depending on where you are in your life and what you are working on.  Reiki can be employed for mental, emotional, physical or spiritual issues.

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