Article by Bianca Sengos, Founder and CEO of Rainbow Sounds
Just as yoga postures prepare the body for meditation, sound can prepare the mind for deeper stillness. Together, yoga and sound create a powerful pairing that nurtures the brain, body, and inner being.
Try Adding Sound to Yoga
Yoga opens the body and calms the nervous system. When sound is introduced after this, it helps the mind settle more quickly. The vibrations of a crystal bowl, for example, can guide your awareness inward, slowing down busy thoughts and inviting you into meditation with ease.
Sound also adds another dimension to yoga: it’s not just movement and breath, but resonance. You don’t just feel calm—you feel held, cocooned in vibration, experiencing your inner energetic being.
Simple Ways to Begin at Home
You don’t need to be a trained sound bath facilitator to explore sound alongside yoga at home. Start small and keep it simple: learn the beginner basics.
Complete Yoga and End with a Bowl
After your yoga session, sit comfortably and gently play a Rainbow Sounds crystal sound bowl. Let the resonance fill your space while you breathe. As you play the bowl, take a deep, long breath in and stop playing. Then, as you listen to the sound, exhale all the breath as long and slow as possible.
Pair Sound with Breath and Voice
Inhale slowly, then as you exhale, tone a soft vowel sound (like “Aaaah” or “Ooooh”) alongside the bowl. Notice how your voice blends with the vibration.
Create a Daily Ritual
Light a candle, dim the lights, and set a few minutes aside after yoga just for sound. This consistency builds a deeper habit of mindfulness. If done prior to sleep, it can assist in better-quality rest.
Choosing the Right Tools
If you’re curious about sound, the instrument you use matters. A high-quality, precision-tuned Rainbow Sounds crystal bowl produces clear resonance that supports meditation rather than distracts from it. Having one beautiful bowl at home is often enough to begin, as simplicity is key.
Listening to Your Body
Every sound journey is unique. Some days you may feel energized, other days deeply calm. The more you practice, the more you’ll notice how sound shifts your mood, focus, and energy. Trust your experience—it’s your inner guide.
✨ Written for Yoga Awareness Month by Rainbow Sounds Founder Bianca Sengos.
