The Science of Stillness

Beyond Relaxation: How Sound Baths Calm Your Nervous System

We often leave a sound bath feeling "relaxed," but what's actually happening inside? The benefits are more than a feeling; they are a physiological shift.

When you're stressed, your nervous system is in a sympathetic state—often called "fight or flight." The consistent, resonant frequencies produced by Himalayan singing bowls and chimes provide a predictable auditory input for your brain. This predictability acts as a signal of safety.

This signal encourages your brain to transition from a busy beta state (alert) to a calmer alpha state (restful), and even into a restorative theta state (deep meditation). This shift is key to activating the parasympathetic nervous system—the "rest and digest" mode. It's here that your heart rate slows, cortisol levels drop, and your body’s natural self-healing capacities can engage.

At Selkie Tides, we don't just create pleasant sounds; we use an understanding of audio physics to craft a soundscape that guides your nervous system back to its natural state of equilibrium. It's not magic; it's science you can feel.