What Is A Singing Bowl, And Why Are They Lucky In Feng Shui
Nikola Tesla is quoted as having said, "If you want to find the secrets of the universe, think in terms of energy, frequency, and vibration" (via Good Reads). This premise is the basis of all vibrational work in which, according to Bshko, energy is the universal life force, the rate at which it vibrates is its frequency, and the intensity of that frequency depicts its vibration (measured in hertz). Feng shui and singing bowls have been used for thousands of years as tools for shifting energy to promote health, luck, good fortune, and life-enhancing vibrations. While feng shui and sound therapy differ in how they influence the flow of energy, using them together can be vibrationally optimal. First, let's look at why they work.
Energy is all around us. All things and people are made of energy and are constantly in motion, even when appearing stationary. Where there is motion, there are powerful vibrational frequencies that have the ability to influence all living beings and the world in which we live. Interestingly, neighboring vibrations tend to simultaneously alter until they share the same frequency, says Scientific American. The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration reports that low frequencies are suspected of causing illness in humans. Imagine the negative impact on well-being that may occur in a space erroneously set up to organize low frequencies. Using the ancient practices of feng shui while incorporating the benefits of singing bowls can have a profoundly uplifting, counteractive effect.
How are singing bowls beneficial?
Singing bowls are essential tools used in the practice of feng shui to create a peaceful, harmonic energy and bring prosperity and balance to the environment. Incorporating the principles of feng shui can enhance positive energy in any room, and using a singing bowl to create vibrations that resonate throughout your space will elevate an even greater sense of energetic cleansing. When sounded, these special bowls evoke a calming vibration which helps to reduce tension and stress, promote relaxation, and focus the mind. They've been used for centuries in a practice known as sound bathing that, according to the Mayo Clinic, aids in healing during meditation and yoga sessions, helping practitioners connect to their inner-tranquility.
By strategically placing the bowls around your space, you can use the sounds they make to deflect and redirect negative energy that may have entered the environment. According to Red Lotus Letter, using singing bowls in your home is one of the most effective ways to release stuck or stagnant energy and they're perfect for anyone in need of a lucky boost. Employing them frequently to move energy will produce more vibrant, crisp sounds that resonate with your personal energy. Benefits also include the vibrations and sounds that encourage healing, well-being, and meditation.
Selecting a singing bowl
Choosing the right singing bowl requires some research and relies heavily on personal preference. Metal bowls are often made of brass, bronze, or alloys, and crystal bowls are usually made from silica, notes Bells of Bliss. According to Yoga Journal, beginners should start with a machine produced metal bowl that is about 5 or 6 inches in diameter and work their way up to the more expensive hand-hammered bowls. Crystal bowls are best left in the hands of experienced sound therapy enthusiasts.
Quality and price differ greatly among materials used as does sound and durability, but each has the capability of producing harmonious, balancing vibrations and resonance. Yoga Journal further recommends practicing with your bowl weekly and seeking out a sound therapy professional for lessons in how to get the most benefit from it. With consistent use, singing bowls can heighten your own internal vibration as well as that of your space, proving quite lucky when used in conjunction with feng shui principles.