Soniarus Sounds

13/02/2026

Forgiveness is not about rewriting what happened. It is not about saying it was okay. It is not about excusing harm.

Forgiveness is about choosing where your energy lives.

When we hold onto resentment, anger, or injustice, our nervous system stays tethered to the past. The body doesn’t always know the difference between remembering and reliving. Stress chemistry circulates. Muscles tighten. The story keeps replaying.

Forgiveness is the moment we say: This belongs in my history, not in my present.

It is not condoning.
It is not approving.
It is not forgetting.

It is creating space.

Space in the body.
Space in the mind.
Space in the heart.

And in that space, something else can grow.

✨ Gratitude anchors us to now.
Where forgiveness releases the past, gratitude roots us into the present moment. When we consciously notice what is here, breath, warmth, connection, lessons, resilience, the nervous system shifts. Safety signals increase. Perspective widens. We return to agency.

Forgiveness says:
“I release this from controlling my today.”

Gratitude says:
“I choose to inhabit this moment fully.”

Together they are powerful.
One unhooks you.
The other grounds you.

Forgiveness is taking back your energy. Gratitude is deciding where to place it.

Its always a pleasure holding space in Tonypandy. Sound Journeys evolving into Sound Ceremony, working with the season and the elements is truly a gift.

Looking forward to the light returning and working with water and spring next.

Big love 💙

07/02/2026

When we come together in ceremony, we’re not performing something mystical for the sake of it, we’re giving the nervous system a clear language for change.

Simple, symbolic actions like planting seeds or offering something to the fire help the brain link intention to behaviour.

Neuroscience shows that when we pair a thought or intention with a physical act, the brain encodes it more strongly. The body becomes involved, not just the mind, strengthening neural pathways linked to focus, motivation, and emotional processing.

Planting a seed gives form to what we wish to grow. Burning an offering supports release, signalling to the brain that something is complete, safe to let go of. These embodied rituals activate sensory systems, memory, and meaning-making networks, helping intentions move out of abstraction and into lived experience.

In shared ceremony, this effect deepens. Co-regulation, rhythm, sound, and collective focus support the nervous system to settle, feel connected, and open to change. We remember: we are not doing this alone.

Ceremony becomes a meeting point, where intention meets action, the mind meets the body, and something new is given permission to begin 🌱

06/02/2026

✨Sound Healing in Pregnancy (after 12 weeks) ✨

Pregnancy is not just a physical journey, it’s neurological, hormonal, and emotional too. Sound can gently support all three.

What the science tells us:

🔹 Nervous system regulation for mum

Slow, rhythmic sound (like bowls, voice, and low-frequency instruments) activates the parasympathetic nervous system, the body’s “rest and digest” state. This has been shown to reduce stress hormones like cortisol, supporting calmer mood, better sleep, and emotional resilience during pregnancy.

🔹 Stress reduction supports baby too

Lower maternal stress is associated with healthier fetal development. When mum’s nervous system settles, the womb environment becomes more regulated and rhythmic, something baby directly experiences.

🔹 Baby can hear sound from around 16–20 weeks

Sound travels beautifully through amniotic fluid. Gentle vibration and the mother’s relaxed breathing can stimulate baby’s developing auditory system. Many parents notice increased fetal movement during sound sessions: often a sign of engagement rather than distress.

🔹 Bonding & embodied awareness

Sound invites stillness and internal focus. This can deepen connection, helping mothers tune into subtle movements, sensations, and rhythms of their baby, supporting early bonding and body trust.

🔹 Vibration, not volume

This work is never about loud sound. It’s about felt vibration, pacing, and safety – supporting regulation, not stimulation.

Our pregnancy retreat offers a carefully held, evidence-informed space where sound, rest, and connection meet. A chance to slow down, listen deeply, and support both mum and baby from the inside out 🤍

📍 Suitable after 12 weeks

Looking forward to this rhythmic and aligned collaboration with Pregnancy Circles

Booking Link:

Expecting a little one? Take a pause and gift yourself a day of rest, connection, and self-care at our one-day pregnancy retreat.

06/02/2026

05/02/2026

How does sound actually create change? In my new blog post I explore sound, frequency and the gong and how sound shapes emotional regulation, nervous system states and psychological transformation. Read the full reflection and practical insights here: https://wix.to/29lqxsf

I work as a sound healer, and alongside this I am currently studying a Master’s in Music Therapy. Holding these two worlds together has deepened how I think about sound, not only as an experiential or spiritual practice, but as something that actively shapes emotional regulation, nervous system st...

04/02/2026

Excited to be apart of this lovely offering 💚

I am very excited to announce that we are organising the first one-day pregnancy retreat at The Yurt in the City. It's a day to pause and treat yourself to some rest, self-care and community🧡

This nurturing space is designed to help mums-to-be to slow down, relax and reconnect with themselves and their baby. Through gentle activities such as guided meditation, sharing circles and a soothing sound bath, you will experience emotional wellbeing, deep relaxation and connection.

Why join us?

We know that pregnancy can be overwhelming, with demands from work and family, not to mention the physical and emotional challenges. This retreat is your chance to slow down, rest and reconnect. You’ll leave feeling grounded, refreshed and supported, with cherished memories and experiences to take with you throughout your pregnancy.

Retreat highlights:
🧘 Guided meditation and closing sound bath
👩‍👩‍👧 Sharing circle on birth and postpartum
🎨 Intention-setting craft to take home
🥗 Nourishing lunch
🎶 Sound bath for deep relaxation

🗓 When: Saturday 21 February, 10 am–3 pm
📍 Where: YURT in the City (free parking available)

Space is limited. Book your place here! https://tinyurl.com/4z6m2syt

01/02/2026

Happy Imbolc 🔥🌚

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28/01/2026

🌸 Pregnancy Retreat in the Heart of Cardiff 🌸

Expecting a little one? Take a pause and gift yourself a day of rest, connection, and self-care at our one-day pregnancy retreat.
This nurturing space is designed for expectant mothers to slow down, relax, and reconnect with both themselves and their baby. Through gentle practices like guided meditation, sharing circles, and a soothing sound bath, you’ll experience emotional wellbeing, deep relaxation, and connection.

💛 What’s included:
✨ Guided meditation & breathing exercises
✨ Healing sound bath.
✨ Sharing circle to connect with other expectant mothers
✨ Nourishing, real plant food
✨ Intention take home craft

🗓 When: Saturday, 10am – 3pm
📍 Where: Yurt in the City
Why join us?

We know pregnancy can be overwhelming – from work and family demands to the physical and emotional challenges. This retreat is your chance to slow down, rest, and reconnect. You’ll leave feeling grounded, refreshed, and supported, with memories and experiences to cherish throughout your pregnancy.

Retreat flow highlights:
☕ Welcome circle & intention setting over tea & chocolate biscuits
🎶 Sound bath for deep relaxation
🥗 Nourishing lunch
👩‍👩‍👧 Sharing circle on birth & postpartum
🎨 Intention-setting craft to take home
🧘 Guided meditation & closing sound bath

Attendee Tips:
Come as you are! Yoga mats, cushions, and blankets will be provided. Bring any extras you love, fluffy socks, your own blanket, or a birth ball to make your day as comfortable as possible. Questions? Just send us a message 💌
✨ Reconnect. Rest. Nurture yourself and your baby.
Spots are limited – secure your place today!

Booking link: https://tinyurl.com/4z6m2syt

Hosted byDoula Pineda, Soniarus Sounds and