Healing Emotional Wounds with Sound Baths: The Courage to Forgive Yourself and Others
✨ **Episode 25: "Afterbath"** ✨
Emotional wounds are a tricky thing. Unlike a physical cut or bruise, they don’t just heal with time alone. They linger, hiding beneath the surface, influencing how we react, how we love, and how we see the world. And one of the biggest obstacles to healing? The weight of unforgiveness—both toward others and ourselves.
But here’s the good news: You don’t have to stay stuck. Forgiveness isn’t just a lofty ideal—it’s an act of courage, a deep breath after holding it in for too long. And one of the most powerful tools to help release that weight? Sound Baths.
How Sound Baths Affect Emotional Healing
Sound has been used for centuries as a tool for transformation. Ancient cultures understood that vibration wasn’t just something we hear—it’s something we feel. Instruments like Tibetan singing bowls, gongs, chimes, and tuning forks create resonant frequencies that help shift emotional blockages stored in the body.
Scientific studies back this up. Sound frequencies can help slow down brain waves, moving us from the overthinking state of beta waves to the deeper, meditative state of theta waves—the place where real healing happens. In this state, the nervous system relaxes, stress hormones decrease, and the body enters a state of balance.
But beyond the science, the experience itself is profound. Imagine lying in a dimly lit space, allowing waves of sound to wash over you. The bowls hum, the gongs rumble, and something inside you starts to loosen—the old stories, the grudges, the pain you’ve held onto for far too long.
Experience It for Yourself
To fully understand the healing power of sound, listen to this immersive Sound Bath session featuring a combination of ancient instruments designed to help release emotional blockages and encourage deep forgiveness:
Musicians & Instruments in This Session
🎶 Rick “Awarewolves” Corti – Didgeridoo, Native American Flute, Medicine Drum, Shakers
🎵 Mat Creedon – Tibetan Singing Bowls, Gongs
The Healing Power of Native American Flutes, Drums & the Yidaki (Didgeridoo)
In addition to traditional sound bath instruments, indigenous cultures across the world have long used music for healing, especially through Native American flutes, drums, and the Australian Yidaki (Didgeridoo).
Native American Flute: The Sound of the Soul
The Native American flute is known for its haunting, soulful sound that instantly calms the mind and opens the heart. Its slow, breathy tones mimic the rhythm of deep, conscious breathing, promoting relaxation and emotional release.
Drumming: The Rhythm of Release
Drumming has been used in healing ceremonies for thousands of years. The steady beat of a drum mirrors the rhythm of the heart, bringing balance and emotional stability.
Yidaki (Didgeridoo): The Sound of Deep Cleansing
The Yidaki, commonly known as the Didgeridoo, has been played by Aboriginal Australians for over 1,500 years in healing rituals. The instrument produces a deep, vibrational drone that can be felt throughout the body.
The Courage to Forgive
Forgiveness isn’t about pretending nothing happened. It’s about choosing to free yourself from the burden of carrying the pain.
• Forgiving others: Sound helps us detach from old narratives, replacing them with spaciousness and peace.
• Forgiving yourself: Sound bypasses mental chatter, whispering a message: “You are enough. You always were.”
How to Use This Sound Bath for Daily Healing
If you’re looking to bring more healing into your life, here’s a simple daily practice you can follow using this sound bath video:
🌿 Daily Sound Healing Routine
1️⃣ Find Your Space – Choose a quiet place where you won’t be disturbed. Lie down or sit comfortably. Dim the lights or light a candle.
2️⃣ Set an Intention – Before pressing play, take a deep breath and set an intention for your session. This could be:
• “I release past hurts.”
• “I forgive myself.”
• “I choose peace.”
3️⃣ Press Play & Breathe – As the sound bath begins, take deep, slow breaths. Inhale peace, exhale tension.
4️⃣ Let Go of Thoughts – If your mind starts to wander, gently bring your focus back to the sound and your breath.
5️⃣ Feel the Vibrations – Notice how the different instruments affect you. The Yidaki’s deep tones might feel grounding, while the flute’s airy notes may lift your spirit.
6️⃣ Visualize Healing – Picture the sound waves washing over you, dissolving emotional wounds and filling you with light.
7️⃣ Stay Present After the Session – When the sound bath ends, don’t rush back into your day. Sit for a moment in stillness. Notice how your body and mind feel.
8️⃣ Journaling (Optional) – If emotions arise, write them down. A simple practice like “Today, I release…” can help reinforce your healing.
9️⃣ Repeat Daily or as Needed – Even 5-10 minutes of listening can make a difference. The more you engage, the deeper the transformation.
Final Thoughts: You Deserve Peace
Forgiveness is a journey, not a destination. Some days it’s easy; other days, not so much. But every time you choose to release the weight of the past, you reclaim a little more of yourself. Sound baths are a beautiful, gentle way to help you on this path—because healing doesn’t have to be hard. It can be as simple as lying down, closing your eyes, and letting the sound do the work.
You are worthy of peace. You are worthy of healing. And you are worthy of forgiveness—starting with yourself.
If you're curious to experience the effects of a sound bath firsthand, join Mat Creedon for a transformative sound bath journey. You'll be surrounded by soothing vibrations in a peaceful setting, helping to restore your inner balance and recalibrate your mood. Book your spot now and find your way to a more balanced, serene self.
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