The Power of a Gong Bath: An Exploration of its Healing Potential
Have you got a lot going on in your life at the moment?
Maybe you have, maybe not, but either way, finding ways to de-stress and relax quickly can be a game-changer to help you lead the life you want.
So, lets jump in.
I went to a GONG BATH on Friday night.
What’s that? I hear you mutter.
Lemme explain.
See…Men can often be too busy to take time for themselves, to treat themselves.
Maybe even feel like you don't deserve to?
Even if you understand the value of taking time to invest in yourself, there’s a difference between knowing you should, and actually doing it.
Especially when you have to allocate time or hand over some money.
But often, spending the money, a small or large amount, is needed to make a difference in your life.
(Imagine this next sentence but said with Morgan Freeman's voice)
‘Investing in yourself can have a positive impact on your life and the lives of those around you.’
Over the years I’ve spoken to plenty of men about this.
The solution is to find something that helps a man relax and maybe allows them to get unstuck with any issues or challenges they have.
This could be anything from taking a long walk, to booking a massage, to taking a yoga class,
But for me it was suggested that I try out a Gong Bath.
As you know, I like to research things that can help men lead epic lives.
If you’re wondering…it’s a type of sound healing experience that uses the sound of gongs to create a relaxing and meditative atmosphere.
In short, it helps you ‘chill the fuck out’, although I dont think that exact term is used in the marketing.
Anyway, chilled, relaxed, meditative…Sound good?
Apparently it originated in the Far East, particularly India and China, and has been used for thousands of years for its therapeutic and calming effects.
So what exactly did it involve?
Well I arrived at a local holistic retreat in the Cotswolds.
One of those places that as soon as you walked in, you felt a sense of calm.
Gong baths involve lying on the floor, usually on a yoga mat or blanket, and being surrounded by the sound of these huge powerful gongs.
So I picked a big fat comfy cushion the size of a single mattress.
And I’ve got a blanket over me.
It was nice and warm.
I’m wearing comfy trousers and a hoodie
The room has moody lighting and some candles flickering.
I grabbed this pic off the t’internet to give you clue of what it was like.
I contemplated staying there all night.
I’m feeling more relaxed just talking about it.
I put on my black eye mask, and pull my hood over my head.
After a quick intro…
The ‘practitioner’ (a very nice lady named Julia) of the gong bath plays the gongs in different frequencies.
It creates an amazing reverberating sound.
As soon as it started I thought ‘This is a bit of me’
I took a long slow deep breath, and instantly felt like I was melting into the floor.
It goes on for about 50 minutes.
Some people fall asleep.
One guy snored a bit, but we’ll let him off.
I loved it.
So what’s the point of it all?
The effects of a gong bath are believed to be therapeutic and calming, as the reverberations of the gongs can help to relax the nervous system and reduce stress.
It certainly worked for me.
And why would I suggest you try it out if you can find one locally?
The main benefits of a gong bath for men include improved mental clarity and focus, increased energy and creativity, improved emotional wellbeing, and stress relief.
And the calming and meditative nature of a ‘gong bath thing’ can help reduce anxiety, while the vibrations stimulate the body’s natural healing process.
Did I get all of that from one sesh?
Did I feel like I had instantly healed something in me?
No, of course not.
But I had been feeling a lot of pressure recently, and working long hours to finish off some projects.
I’ve been spinning a lot of plates in my life.
So I did feel really refreshed and relaxed when it finished.
Plus I had a GREAT idea whilst I was laying there.
I’m pretty fucking certain I wouldn’t have had that epic idea if I’d been at home, trying to herd the kids to bed
And telling them for the hundredth time to brush their teeth and calm down before lights out.
Ha, sound anything like your evenings?
But, if you wanna go deeper, I’m told…
The sound of the gongs can help to open up blocked channels of energy in the body, allowing for a greater sense of balance and wellbeing.
For men, the experience of a gong bath can be particularly beneficial due to the high-pressure environments that we face.
By taking the time to relax and experience the calming effects, men can take a much-needed breather from the stress of everyday life.
Anyway, let's wrap this up
Taking time to invest in yourself can have a profound effect on your wellbeing, and even small steps can have an immediate or long-term benefit.
Remember: Investing in yourself is not just beneficial for you, but it benefits your family as well.
So you can become a better man for those around you.
Consider: Checking out a Gong Bath close to you and lemme know how you get on!
Or if you're ready to take the plunge and properly invest in yourself, why not start with a free 20-minute focus call with me?
The Whole Man Academy is here to provide the guidance and support that you need to achieve more in life.
That’s all for today, be sure to check out our other blog posts.
And remember, the world needs strong men.
Anthony
Whole Man Academy
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