Here's What Singing Bowls Really Do For Your Body

Those soft, sometimes high-pitched tones that many recognize as healing sounds do more than quiet the mind, however. The wavelength of these vibrations can prove deeply healing for your entire system. Susy Markoe Schiefflen explains to Shape, "Some of the science behind what takes place during a sound bath is that the healing frequencies of sound entrain with your brainwaves and can effortlessly shift you into brainwave states associated with deep rest, healing, and meditation. All you need to do is lie back, relax, and let the sound vibrations wash over you."

This, in turn, calms the nervous system into a state of deep relaxation where cell repair regeneration can take place within your body and your mind. The outlet notes that these sounds can lower blood pressure and immediately reduce feelings of anger, depression and fatigue.

If you purchase a sound healing instrument of your own, there are plenty of ways to use it to your benefit. "You can use it to set an intention in the morning at the start of your day, to take a digital detox break to relax and center, to enhance meditation, to commemorate a ceremony or celebration, to clear the energy of a space, and before bed to achieve deep, mindful sleep," Markoe explains.

People suffering from neurological issues such as epilepsy or seizures should speak with their doctors before frequently using sound bowls in their healing practices, however. Good HouseKeeping reports that the vibrations from the instruments may negatively interact with brain waves.

But, if you're looking for a soothing, nourishing addition to your self-care practice, a singing bowl could be the tool that makes a big difference.