A Drum Journey is a rhythmic spiritual experience.
Similar to a sound bath, it's a meditative environment to have visions without the aid of psychedelics. Although, unlike sound baths, the experience is from one singular buffalo drum, which releases a sound vibration that moves through the cells of the body, rather than bouncing off the body. This can induce auditory hallucinations, believed to be the singing and instruments from ancestors of the land, sounds of wildlife can be expected; also visions, similar to a dream, with symbolism and emotion; opening the mind to solutions while remaining open to what the spirits may bring.
During the Journey, the brain starts producing theta waves, the frequency responsible for dreams.
Other scientific benefits include a drop in cortisol levels, aka, the stress hormone. When cortisol levels are high, the body lives in its sympathetic nervous system (fight or flight). By lowering these levels, the body shifts into its parasympathetic nervous system (rest & digest). Drum Journeying can also raise levels of Immunoglobulin A, which helps fight inflammation, illness, and pain. Thus, Drum Journeying can actually make us healthier! Look into NCBI for more science!
You can look forward to 60 minutes of meditation broken into sections.
• 5 minutes of adjusting into the space:
A brief explanation of what a Drum Journey is, & how it worksA cleanse (smudge) of the space, using Palo Santo, in order to neutralize the energy for safe Journeying.A meditation, in which you will create a haven in your mind to return to at any point.
• 45 minutes of drumming:
Toward the conclusion of the Journey, the tone of the drum will change to gently bring you back into your haven.
To wrap up the evening, there is a ~10 minute quiet window to discuss your experiences & visions.
What to bring?
- Socks (if your feet get cold!)
- Soft & cozy clothes
- Pillow &/or blanket
- Eye covering (if desired)
