Using Sounds of Nature to Complete Your Spa Environment

We are all aware of the physical, emotional and mental ramifications of stress in our lives, especially in today’s economic environment.

It has never been more important than right now to find a bit of peace and serenity, to make a place in our minds and hearts where we can wash away daily stressors and become one with our soul again.

Creating a spa environment at home is quite a personal experience. Everyone’s living spaces are as different as they are, but there are a few common grounds we can explore to get there.

Of course, the first step is to make yourself a private area in your home where you can lock out the world for at least 30 minutes at a time. It should be uncluttered, quiet and unfettered.

Using aromatherapy is essential here to creating the perfect spa environment. Scented candles, bath salts with essential oils, even essential oil placed on sachets around the room are enough to layer your favorite soothing scent around you.

Background sound is also critical to completing your at-home spa space. While music from your favorite artist might be pleasing, it’s not really going to contribute to your relaxing environment. Calming sounds of nature, such as gentle rain or ocean waves, is like nature’s lullaby, especially when paired with soft acoustic melodies from a guitar, harp, flute or piano. This is a cleansing sound that washes over you, and induces feelings of coziness and security.

Jungle sounds from the rain forest, with wildlife noises and trees rustling have a slower tempo and can help you ease into a meditative state of calm. The rhythm controls breathing and heart rate, stabilizing blood pressure and reducing your stress level.

Add in sounds of thunder crashing and wind through the trees in a storm and you will find yourself in a happier, more secure state. Often viewed as white noise by listeners, sounds of the storm can mesmerize you and lull you into serenity.

Nature sounds CDs are relatively inexpensive, usually under $10, and can be found in many places, even the corner drugstore. It’s a worthwhile investment in the soul’s health and well being.

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