Singing Bowl Joplin Missouri

Finding Stillness Through Sound: Why Sound Baths Heal More Than You Think

September 26, 20252 min read

If you’ve ever felt like your mind just won’t quiet down, you’re not alone. We live in a world filled with constant noise, deadlines, and the next thing demanding our attention. What many of us are missing is not silence, but harmony — the chance to let sound move through us instead of around us. That’s where sound baths come in.

Set of singing bowls prepared for a sound immersion wellness event

What is a Sound Bath?

A sound bath is not about music in the traditional sense. There’s no beat to follow, no lyrics to analyze. Instead, it’s an immersive experience where instruments like singing bowls, gongs, and chimes create waves of vibration that wash over you. You don’t have to “do” anything. You simply rest, listen, and let the tones work on your body and mind.

Why It Works

Sound has been used for centuries in cultures around the world for healing and spiritual practice. Modern research is beginning to confirm what ancient traditions have always known:

  • Vibrations can help calm the nervous system.

  • Immersion in sound encourages slower brainwave states, similar to deep meditation.

  • Many people experience reduced stress, emotional release, and even better sleep after sessions.

My Approach

When I lead a sound immersion, my intention is always the same: to create a safe and nurturing space where you can let go. Each tone and vibration is chosen with care. I don’t see the sound bath as a performance, but as a journey — one where your body instinctively knows how to respond.

An Invitation to Pause

If you’ve been craving stillness, if your body feels heavy with stress, or if your spirit just longs for a reset, I invite you to join me. Think of it as a gift you give yourself: a chance to lie down, breathe deeply, and let sound do the work of softening what feels tight and restoring what feels weary.

Your nervous system, your heart, and your spirit will thank you.

Keep a look out for sound baths that I'll be sponsoring and hosting in the Joplin, MO area!

Alice Mangan, RN is a military veteran and registered nurse who turned to cannabis after years of battling chronic illness and ineffective pharmaceuticals. With a background in medical care and a passion for education, she now helps others find clarity and relief through non-psychoactive plant medicine. Alice is the founder of AliceCBD.com, where science, compassion, and healing meet.

Alice Mangan, RN

Alice Mangan, RN is a military veteran and registered nurse who turned to cannabis after years of battling chronic illness and ineffective pharmaceuticals. With a background in medical care and a passion for education, she now helps others find clarity and relief through non-psychoactive plant medicine. Alice is the founder of AliceCBD.com, where science, compassion, and healing meet.

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