How To Heal Yourself With Sound—Right From Your Living Room

The process of incorporating humming and song into meditation can help to realign our body's chakras—or energy centers—by sending soothing vibrations through the body. To try this out, sit comfortably in a cross-legged, upright position and close your eyes so you can focus on the energy you're feeding yourself. Try to chant in a deep, monotone voice that you can feel reverberate throughout the rest of your body. You should be able to physically feel the vibration of every sound moving through your body.

The therapeutic properties of music1 have long been linked to relaxation and happiness. Depending on its frequency, a song can help us feel more upbeat or calm us down. Have you ever been down in a funk when your favorite dance song comes on the radio? It’s almost impossible to stay gloomy. Music affects us both both emotionally and physically. This is why when you go to a festival or concert, you can feel your energy become enhanced with the beat of the music, the vibrations of those around you, and the dancing, clapping, and singing.