Often referred to as sound bath, sound healing, or sound therapy, sound meditation involves focusing on sounds to anchor the mind and reduce distractions. These sounds can range from natural ones, like ocean waves or rain, to specific meditation sounds created with instruments such as singing bowls, chimes, gongs and many other.

Practicing sound meditation can lead to numerous benefits, including reduced stress and anxiety, improved sleep, increased focus, and an overall sense of well-being.

By placing your attention on these sounds, you help facilitate meditation, contemplation, self-reflection and mindfulness.

By immersing yourself in sound, you create an opportunity for personal growth and a deeper understanding of consciousness. To realign, reconnect, and gain new perspectives. It's a powerful way to nurture transformation and cultivate a heightened sense of awareness and attention.

At its heart, sound meditation is about deep listening—being open and receptive to the sounds you are listening to and the emotions they evoke. It encourages active engagement with what you hear, fostering observation, curiosity, intention, and creativity.

“To listen is to lean in softly, with a willingness to be changed by what we hear.” -Mark Nepo



Whether you're experienced in meditation or just beginning, sound meditation is a simple and effective practice that can be easily integrated into your daily routine. By focusing on sound, you can quiet your mind, lower stress levels, and enhance your overall balance and peace.

OVERTONE EMITTING INSTRUMENTS

Overtone emitting instruments play a crucial role in sound meditation. These instruments produce multiple harmonic frequencies, known as overtones, that resonate within the body and mind, promoting a deep sense of relaxation and inner peace. The vibrations from these instruments can help synchronize brainwaves, leading to a meditative state that is both calming and restorative.

BENEFITS OF SOUND MEDITATION

• Reduces stress and anxiety: Studies have shown that sound meditation can help to lower stress and anxiety levels by inducing a state of deep relaxation.
• Improves sleep: Sound meditation can also help to improve sleep quality by promoting relaxation and calming the mind.
• Increased focus: By providing a focal point for the mind, sound meditation can help to increase focus and concentration.
• Enhanced overall well-being: Overall, sound meditation can help to enhance well-being by reducing stress, improving sleep, and promoting a sense of calm and balance.

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Our other blog post explores the science behind how sound meditation can help to reduce stress and anxiety, improve sleep, and increase focus and concentration.

GETTING STARTED WITH SOUND MEDITATION

Getting started with sound meditation is easy.

Here's a simple step by step to enjoy your sound meditation practice with the Overtone app:

1. Find a comfortable place to sit or lie down.
2. Put your headphones on
3. Select the Overtone Sound Meditation of your choice. We recommend beginning with a 10min session
4. Once you hit play, close your eyes and start focusing on your breath.
5. If available we recommend using an eye mask, this way you make sure your attention is fully on the sound and don't get distracted with light.
6. Begin to listen with attention to the sounds, without judging or trying to identify them.
7. Notice the different tones in the sounds, the vibration, the volume each tone emits
8. Pay attention to the feelings each of the tones gives you, even if you feel negative emotions try not to judge them, just let them be
9. If your mind wanders, simply bring your attention back to the sound.
10. Remember to breathe.

Overtone's immersive sound meditation sessions are designed to enhance the sound meditation practice. The app features binaural (360º) audio and overtone emitting instruments, providing a truly unique and enveloping experience that can deepen your meditation practice and provide a range of health benefits.

Interested in learning more about the science behind sound meditation and how it can benefit your overall well-being? Check out our other blog post that dives into the world of harmonic overtones in meditation.