A sound bath, or sound healing, is a relaxing, meditative practice that uses therapeutic sound frequencies to support the body’s natural relaxation and healing responses. Instruments such as crystal and Tibetan singing bowls, gongs, tuning forks, and percussion create vibrations that can calm the nervous system, ease stress and anxiety, reduce tension, and promote mental clarity, grounding, and improved sleep. While it may feel modern, sound therapy has been used for thousands of years and is supported by research showing its ability to slow breathing, relax brainwaves, and enhance overall wellbeing. Sound healing is safe and accessible for most people and is especially helpful for beginners to meditation, as it requires only listening and presence rather than technique or discipline. Though it is not a medical treatment, those who are pregnant, have epilepsy, or use medical devices such as pacemakers should consult a doctor before attending a session. A sound bath typically involves lying or sitting comfortably on the floor with eyes closed, so wearing soft layers and bringing a yoga mat, blanket, or pillow can help you fully relax.