Tibetan Singing Bowls! Some of you may have already seen these, either at your yoga studio or online. But what is the true purpose of using these sound instruments during our yoga / pranayama practice?
What is a singing bowl?
"Singing bowls are metal and crystal bowls used to deepen meditation and promote relaxation. They produce sustained sounds and vibrations when hit or circled with a mallet. It is said that Tibet and neighboring areas have used singing bowls for centuries in religious and spiritual ceremonies, as well as meditation. According to the Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health, Tibetan singing bowls first appeared around 560–480 BC. Singing bowl therapy falls under the umbrella of sound therapy. Sound therapy incorporates singing, chanting, and instrumental music. It is ancient practice that has become a popular complementary treatment for many physiological and mental health conditions.
"Research at McGill University has explored the neurochemistry of music. The researchers noted that sound therapy is an ancient art that has migrated in the past several decades into clinical settings. Clinicians use it for :
pain management
relaxation
psychotherapy
personal growth
A pilot study in Italy showed that Tibetan singing bowls helped relieve distress and increase a sense of well-being in people with metastatic cancer. They also helped decrease anxiety, involuntary mental activity, and stress.
A 2022 study in Germany found that singing bowl massage led to a decrease of overall EEG power, or certain brain signals, which might help create a sense of well-being.
A 2020 research review of four studies showed that singing bowl therapy resulted in improved mental and emotional health. These improvements echoed the findings of an earlier 2016 observational study. Some of these improvements include:
anxiety
depression
fatigue
tension
anger
confusion
vigor
The study also reported improvements in physical health, including:
blood pressure
heart rate
respiratory rate
peripheral capillary oxygen saturation "
As a Yoga Teacher, the Tibetan singing bowl is an extremely beneficial tool that I choose to incorporate in my personal and teaching practice. PURCHASE YOUR OWN SINGING BOWL WITH THE LINK BELOW!!!
- Yogitheexplorer
Quoted texted sourced : Dangers of Singing Bowls: Myths and Potential Side Effects (healthline.com)
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