Tuned Zen

11/12/2023

I'm so excited that I'll be leading three sound meditations at Evelyn's House next Wednesday for staff and family members of patients. About a year ago at one of my sound meditations, I shared with the participants that I envisioned offering sound to hospice patients. Sometimes you just have to speak it to make it happen.

29/07/2023

Thunderstorms sound so very different in an urban space. In a rural area, the sound rolls and rolls.

29/07/2023

First post on this page in several months. Many, many BIG changes since then. We left the tree frogs, turtles, armadillos, deer, groundhogs, eagles, lakes, and quiet (a little too much quiet) of living in a rural environment to live an easier life nearer our kids. In fact, it was the quiet and distance from any sound offerings that led me to begin providing sound and vibration to the area.

So much spiritual growth occurred during our time there. We made dear friends and I began offering sound and vibration. But we missed the ease of last minute shopping, less driving time to be near family and friends.

I felt whole today as I placed my bowls, gong, chime and other instruments around my subject. The sound and vibration was spectacular.

Keith, by the way, reported a lovely experience and Scout snored lightly all the way through.

While I have no plans to offer on the level I was playing before, I am open to individual immersions if you feel the need (donation based, of course. Keeping it simple.). Shine on good people!

11/04/2023

I had not been sleeping well the last few nights. Lots on my plate at the moment. I had not played my gong in several weeks. Felt the call to sit in front of it and play.

It is positioned so that it is close to a wall and the added vibration and resonance from bouncing off the wall was spectacular.

Slept like a baby last night. 💤

Gong-it does a body good. 🌞

19/03/2023

The ever increasing interest in sound immersion/meditation is an interesting phenomenon. Although I’ve practiced some form of self care, be it yoga, meditation, Om chanting, walking meditation and I’m sure I’m leaving something out, for almost 50 years, I’ve never seen the likes of peoples’ receptivity to sound and vibration.

Upon first entering the room, it’s obvious that people are there for a specific purpose and that purpose is to let go and be receptive to what the practitioner is about to offer.

Mats are rolled out onto the floor. Perhaps a blanket and pillow are also brought for the experience. The room is quiet. A multitude of beautiful instruments are present and the participants are ready and open to whatever the next 60-90 minutes brings.

I think it’s the willingness of vulnerability that interests me the most. That, and the choice to experience something other than what we see and hear on a regular basis. Participants trust the leader to offer them something that will open up their minds and allow their imaginations to run wild-something that the average person doesn’t allow to happen on a regular basis.

Yesterday at a sound experience, I was in a boat, in a very lush setting, floating down a river, listening to birds as the tree leaves brushed against my boat. And a few minutes later I was around a campfire 🔥, listening to and watching a Native American dancing and playing ceremonial music. It was divine.

It’s also nice to share your personal experience with a friend if you went with another person. Because there is no judgment -just the pleasure of hearing about others’ experiences.

There are more benefits than just sensory. Decreased heart rate, decreased anxiety, are just a couple of measurable factors.

More and more people are learning to be sound practitioners. Which means there are more available, hopefully near you. I hope you experience it at least once although twice+++ would be even better.

If you are interested and would like more information, please message me. Although I am streamlining and decreasing my offerings, I’d be happy to talk to you about the practice and possibly provide a private or small group offering.

Namaste’

18/03/2023

Wonderful view for beginning the day with a hatha yoga practice. Stretching into the day with a yoga practice was challenging for me but extremely rewarding. Looking forward to attending a Mark Biehl sound immersion this afternoon at Jane’s House in St Charles. Excited to be lying on the floor, absorbing sound and vibration. It’s looking like a self care day in the Doll house 🏡

14/03/2023

Beautiful thing to give someone pleasure near the end of life 🥰🥰🥰

14/03/2023

7 things that affect your vibration frequency from the point of view of quantum physics.

Vibration in quantum physics means everything is energy. We are vibrant beings on certain frequencies. Every vibration is equivalent to a feeling and in the world "Vibrational", there are only two species of vibrations, positive and negative. Any feeling makes you broadcast a vibration that can be positive or negative.

1ST - * thoughts *

Every thought emits a frequency to the universe and this frequency goes back to origin, so in the case, if you have negative thoughts, discouragement, sadness, anger, fear, all this comes back to you. This is why it is so important that you take care of the quality of your thoughts and learn how to cultivate more positive thoughts.

2TH - * the companies *

The people around you directly influence your vibration frequency. If you surround yourself with happy, positive and determined people, you will also enter this vibration. Now, if you surround yourself with people complaining, gossiping and pessimist, be careful! Indeed, they can reduce your frequency and therefore prevent you from using the law of attraction in your favor.

3TH - * the music *

Music is very powerful. If you only listen to music that talks about death, betrayal, sadness, abandonment, all this will interfere with what you are feeling. Pay attention to the lyrics of the music you listen to, it could reduce your vibration frequency. And Remember: you attract exactly what you feel in your life.

4TH - * the things you look at *

When you look at programs that deal with misfortunes, dead, betrayals, etc. Your brain accepts this as a reality and releases a whole chemistry into your body, which affects your vibration frequency. Look at things that do you feel good and helps you vibrate at a higher frequency.

5TH - * the atmosphere *

Whether it's at home or at work, if you spend a lot of time in a messy and dirty environment, it will also affect your vibration frequency. Improve what surrounds you, organize and clean your environment. Show the universe that you are fit to receive much more. Take care of what you already have!

6TH - * THE WORD *

If you claim or speak wrong about things and people, it affects your vibration frequency. To keep your frequency high, it is essential to eliminate the habit of complaining and bad talking about others. So avoid drama and bullying. Assume your responsibility for the choices of your life!

7TH - * GRATITUDE *

Gratitude positively affects your vibration frequency. This is a habit you should integrate now into your life. Start to thank for everything, for the good things and what you consider to be bad, thank you for all the experiences you've experienced. Gratitude opens the door for good things to happen positively in your life.

Source: Partner with KT.

09/03/2023

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07/03/2023

Did you take part in last year's Augusta Yoga Bliss event? If not, you have an opportunity to do so this year. And if you did, you can do it again! Halcyon Spa has organized the second year of the Yoga Bliss with even more opportunities to stretch, relax, and grow in various ways. Click on the link below, enjoy looking at all of the many ways you can participate and sign up soon. Some events sold out quickly last year so don't miss your chance! By the way, I will be accompanying Kathy Kessler (the event organizer) Thursday while she teaches a yoga class. I will also be leading a session Friday. Hope to see you there!

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August 10-13, 2023 – You are invited to join us on the mat for 4 days of yoga, breath work, meditation, singing, fellowship, GF meals, and activities at the Harmonie Verein Cultural Center at 5333 Hackmann Road, Augusta, MO. Please take a look at the schedule and sign up for the sessions, and mind...

03/03/2023

Wouldn't it be nice to get out of your busy head space for a few minutes? And just listen to the sounds of Tibetan bowls, chimes, rain stick, a Chau gong and other lovely sounds? These sounds tend to interrupt your thoughts and allow you to just rest in your space, leaving the worries behind. Participants report feeling refreshed and relaxed afterwards.

Sound Immersion will once again be at Peace Lutheran Church in Washington, MO, next Wednesday, March 8 at 12:30. This is a 30-40 minute session and timed especially for those who need to get back to work or an appointment. All are welcome! A $5 Love Offering is suggested but not required for participation. Please bring your mat, a pillow and anything else that assists you with your comfort. Please plan to arrive a few minutes early to choose your space on the floor or in a chair. Hope to see you there!