“If you want to find the secrets of the universe, think in terms of energy, frequency, and vibration.” – Nikola Tesla
Have you ever felt the instant desire to leave a place as soon as you entered it? Conversely, have you ever experienced deep joy in the presence of a person, in a particular place, or by listening to a few musical notes? Everything that exists in this world emits its own frequencies. These frequencies aren’t just abstract concepts; they exert a tangible influence on our overall well-being, our feeling of connection, our ability to prosper, and our aptitude for living fulfilling lives.
Each thought triggers a frequency, each spoken word creates a sonic sphere, and each emotion generates a vibration. How can we exploit these frequencies? Our ancestors integrated them into language, art, and music. From Pythagoras to Sufi mystics, from Buddhist monks to contemporary composers, sonic vibrations have been used as powerful forces to influence us in body, soul, and spirit.
introduction to sound healing
Sound healing is a therapeutic approach that harnesses the power of sonic and vibrational frequencies to promote overall well-being. Among the most popular alternative medicine techniques, sound healing is gaining in recognition, focusing on the individual as a whole rather than specific dysfunctions.
The essence of sound healing lies in listening to specific tones and sounds. The objective is to expose the body to healing frequencies capable of stimulating, soothing, or balancing the energy centres. This approach works by aligning the energies and frequencies of the body in a harmonious state, thereby offering a promising alternative. Tools such as tuning forks, the voice, Tibetan bowls, and crystal bowls are used to generate specific sound frequencies, revealing a world of holistic benefits.
The use of Tibetan bowls is full of unsuspected powers.
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The tangible advantages of sound healing are increasingly recognized, including improvements in brain function, sleep, and mood, as well as reduced anxiety, pain, and depression. Recent scientific studies high- light the validity of this approach, the major advantage of which lies in its non-invasive nature, requiring no physical manipulation or medication.
As explained by Dr. Mitchell Gaynor, former director of medical oncology and integrative medicine at the Cornell Cancer Prevention Center in New York: “If we accept that sound is vibration and we know that vibration touches every part of our physical being, then we understand that sound is heard not only through our ears but through every cell in our bodies. One reason sound heals on a physical level is because it so deeply touches and transforms us on the emotional and spiritual planes. Sound can redress imbalances on every level of physiologic functioning and can play a positive role in the treatment of virtually any medical disorder.”
Sonic vibrations have the ability to reach deep into the energy system, facilitating the liberation of buried emotions and promoting emotional balance and overall well-being. This facet of sound healing meets the needs of those looking for alternative or complementary approaches to traditional methods for healing their emotional wounds and encouraging self-exploration.
musical compositions and healing frequencies
Recent research on healing frequencies, also known as Solfeggio frequencies, reveal their ability to influence brain activity, thus paving the way to potential innovations. Fascinating studies demonstrate their healing impact, revealing interesting prospects for integrating sound frequencies into various therapeutic approaches.
According to Yan Dal Santo, a composer, sound designer, and sound therapist, the healing potential of sound is undeniably measurable. Simply put, sound can be considered a moving wave. As it spreads, this wave creates the sensation of a sound, and as it passes through the body, it exerts an influence. It is not surprising that this interaction has direct repercussions on physiology. It is precisely on this principle that the art of sound healing is based. To quantify sound, hertz (Hz) is used as a unit of measurement, representing the number of cycles per second of a frequency.
“These frequencies have been omnipresent since the world has been the world,” explains Dal Santo. The adoption of hertz in the late 19th century offered us an essential method for quantifying the intangible, allowing us to better tame the vibrational phenomena that surround us. Measuring hertz makes it possible to characterize different forms of energy manifestations, such as sound waves.
Himalayan bowls can be considered a form of vibrational massage, the sound therapist adds. As they spread through the body, the sound frequencies emitted by these bowls act as an energetic massage, penetrating the different layers of being and realigning the energies of the body in order to reduce ailments, considering the individual as a whole.
As the creator of the iconic Strøm Nordic Spa soundtrack, Dal Santo was entrusted with a dual mission: to provide an immersive musical experience, and to convey the sensation of wellness felt after a massage.
It all starts with the sound of the crystal bowl, followed by an atmospheric chakra meditation, where five of the Solfeggio frequencies (417 Hz, 528 Hz, 639 Hz, 741 Hz, 852 Hz) alternate. The skillful use of these frequencies aims to modulate tension and relief. As the composer explains, what captivates the human ear is the polarity in the sounds. Dissonance acts as an energetic catalyst, releasing blockages and infusing new vitality. We are talking here about tension and resolution. Finally, chakra meditation aims to realign the fundamental frequencies of the body to create a sensation of harmony.
The influence of musicality is not limited to the body; it also extends to the emotions. These are not directly connected to frequencies in hertz, but rather to musical harmony. By combining frequencies in hertz with this harmony, you can create a unique tuning that realigns the frequencies of the body and provides an enriching emotional experience.
Dr. Glen Rein, director of the Quantum Biology Research Laboratory in New York, recently conducted a study on the use of the 528 Hz frequency, which has long been integrated into sacred music. Experiments demonstrated resonance in DNA with heal- ing effects when audible 528 Hz sound waves were transmitted, originating from various musical genres.
The influence of musical genres on frequency is particularly fascinating. Sacred music that integrates Solfeggio frequencies, such as Sanskrit mantras or Gregorian chants, demonstrates an increase in frequency rang- ing from 5% to 9%, while popular music is generally between 1% and 2%. This high- lights the crucial importance of integrating Solfeggio frequencies into the process of musical composition.
Good to know: crystal bowls are now part of the massage therapy experience provided at Strøm Nordic Spas.
Photo: © Jean-Sébastien Gladu, Benson Michel-Ménard
delve deeper: solfegio frequencies
In 1952, German physicist Winfried Otto Schumann discovered electromagnetic waves between the Earth and the ionosphere, creat- ing what is known as Schumann resonance, a frequency between 7.86 Hz and 8 Hz, also nicknamed the “heartbeat of our planet.” Later researchers, including Herbert König, demon- strated that these resonances correspond to human brain wave states.
- Solfeggio frequencies resulting from this resonance bring together various vibrational fre- quencies associated with physical, emotional, and spiritual benefits.
- Recent research reveals that 432 Hz, for example, can slow down the heart rate, while 528 Hz shows potential for repairing the cells of the body.
- The 174 Hz frequency, considered a “pain- killer,” helps relieve various ailments and reduce physical and emotional stress while driving away negative energies.
- The 285 Hz frequency acts as a stimulant for the energy network, which could promote the healing of emotional wounds, the harmo- nization of relationships, and the activation of creativity.
- Slowing down the heart rate, the 432 Hz fre- quency promotes stress reduction, improved sleep, and harmonization with nature.
- The 417 Hz frequency, associated with the liberation of emotional trauma, is considered the frequency of personal transformation.
- Nicknamed the “frequency of love,” the 528 Hz frequency is surprisingly linked to DNA repair, physical and emotional healing, and the elevation of consciousness.
sound and its origin
This Biblical passage transports us to the early stages of creation, where the creative act was a word, a vibration. The beginnings of the universe are marked by a great vibrational event. Creation is sound, and sound is a manifestation of divinity.
Everything in existence is energy, and each vibrating element produces a sound as a result of the movement of particles in the air, which can be measured in hertz. These explorations lead us to meditate on our fundamental nature and the interconnectedness of sound, energy, and life. As Nikola Tesla, an inventor, electrical engineer, and physicist, put it so well: “If you want to find the secrets of the universe, think in terms of energy, frequency, and vibration.”
Each word, each thought, and each expression in life emits a vibration, making us creators. Although contemporary scientists are just starting to grasp the implications of Tesla’s affirmations, our daily actions have a creative nature far beyond what might be considered ordinary.
The Ancients recognized the power of sound, frequencies, and vibrations, a conviction firmly rooted in the significant presence of sound and music within religious practices, ranging from prayers to mantras to the most primitive rituals. Ancestral practices such as singing, dancing, and drumming were once considered essential instruments for reconnecting with the self and connecting with others. Dating back to Antiquity, the philosophers of the time considered music to be true medicine for the soul, a power- ful tool of healing powered by vibrations.
These days, in an era of global uncertainty, more and more people are turning to energy practices. This exploration inevitably brings us back to the most ancient practices, remind- ing us that even in this period of the rapid evo- lution of the world, ancient wisdom persists.
in short
Each of our words, thoughts, and emotions emits vibrational strengths, creating a fre- quency that attracts similar energies, acting according to the law of resonance.
Our words and thoughts are the architects of our reality and the environment we inhabit. Since energy is contagious, awareness and positive application can transform our reality in a constructive way. The expansion of this consciousness invites us to pay special atten- tion to our language and the words we use.
Our vibrational signature, which reflects our being in its entirety, has a direct influ- ence on our life experiences. By harnessing resonance and harmonizing with universal frequencies, sound healing seeks to elevate our vibrational energy.
By grasping the principle of resonance, we realize that we are a reflection of the universe, and that the universe in turn reflects our humanity. This understand- ing broadens our perspective on the deep interconnectedness between our individual existence and existence as a whole, high- lighting the importance of our actions in the great concert of Life.
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