Recently Brenna, an owner of Arcadia Beauty Bar, a girlfriend of mine told me she had gone to a powerful sound bath with powerful breath work. She had had such a profound experience she was hosting one for her community. I was blessed to get an invitation to this amazing experience. On a very unassuming corner in Scottsdale is a complex that hosts a space that is illuminating. I walked in and I was immediately greeted by the owner. She said welcome to Shanti Sound, please make yourself comfortable and enjoy yourself.
What a beautiful space, It was very inviting and call me. It was pretty standard they had the mats, the blankets, the bolsters, and all the typical things that you would find in a healing studio. What was different was that Cary was partnered up with a gentleman by the name of Ryan McBurney who is a breath master. What a powerful experience to start with breath work and then go into a very powerful sound bath.
The experience of having a sound bath after doing intense breath work was life-changing. I had to stop and ask Cary what her motivation was? How did you get from point A to now living your vision!!!!
Hi Cary – tell me a little bit about yourself and what led you to creating this amazing space?
I was in the corporate world for many years, and lived life in a state of chronic stress; always trying to close the next deal, worrying about the outcome of whatever project I was working on, and not having much time to enjoy life or focus on my wellbeing. The responsibilities and the grind got to an overwhelming point, as well as dealing with the death of my mother a few years ago… I was doing yoga pretty regularly, but I had no experience with meditation. I was in a very unhappy place and needed something to help me cope and get the stress under control, since I knew it was affecting every part of my life and health.
A friend suggested that I try a sound bath, and she said they had been a crucial part of her recovery from illnesses and traumatic situations in her life, so I found one and went one afternoon about 5 years ago. I was so transformed and amazed by the change in my mood after just one hour, and the amount of complete calm and peace that I felt. I knew right then that I had to find out everything I could about Sound Healing, so I found an accredited international program and studied for a year. The powerful healing effects of vibration therapy became my passion, I had a very strong desire to be of service to the community, and I had finally found a way to do it. There weren’t many places around that offered sound baths on a regular basis, so after a couple years of renting space, hosting events at some resorts and doing in-home private sessions for clients, I opened Shanti Sound in downtown Scottsdale.
How long have you been open?
I opened in February 2022, just a few months ago, and it’s been so rewarding already.
Why is sound so important and what experiences have you had with the practice?
I learned through my training about the ancient history of energy, frequency and vibration, and how sound and music heal the mind and body. Quantum Physics and how it relates to our health was never something I knew about until I went to Sound Healing school. Our bodies and minds are made up entirely of frequencies, and when some of those vibrations weaken or are “out of tune”, that’s a very big part of how disorders manifest – anything from anxiety disorder, to autoimmune issues, to even more serious diseases.
The experiences I’ve had so far have been tremendously gratifying, because I do this to help people manage whatever they’re dealing with in life and assist them with healing themselves. The feedback is everything I could’ve hoped for – people are experiencing stress relief, pain relief, better sleep, improvement in mood, recovery from injuries and illnesses more rapidly; every single time I host either a group or a private session, the results are immediate and profound.
Are there sounds we should avoid being exposed to, especially on a daily basis?
We’re bombarded with unnatural sounds that have negative effects on us daily: traffic, fear mongering from the media, 5G radiation coming from towers and our phones, music that affects mood in a negative way, it’s all around us at all times. Most of us don’t spend as much time in nature as we should or take the time to quiet the mind, so that’s only one reason why sound baths are so important. Taking just one hour a week to absorb healing vibrations and resetting your energetic field can have a huge impact on your health and wellbeing.
What service do you provide?
I provide one-hour sound baths several times a week that anyone can sign up for – a single visit is $29.00 and I offer packages of sessions with discounts. All that’s needed is to wear comfortable clothes and commit to an hour for yourself. I have yoga mats, blankets and other props at the studio. The participants lie down, get comfortable, and the instruments do the rest. It’s literally the easiest way to relieve stress, relax and greatly enhance your wellness routine.
How does one connect with you?
My website is shantisoundaz.com, where you can see the schedule and sign up for a session.
I offer weekly group sound baths as well as private one-to-one and private group sessions for individuals, corporate outings, team building, birthdays, whatever the need or occasion is. My Instagram is @shantisoundaz and Facebook is Shanti Sound AZ.
What is something you would like to share with our readers and the community?
The most important thing for everyone to know is how powerful this form of energy work is, and it’s so easy to do… all you have to do is be there and experience it, no other effort is needed. Sound Healing has been used for thousands of years in cultures around the world to heal every ailment that exists. The vibrations automatically work to correct imbalances in the mind and body and the transfer of energy is 100% effective. It isn’t philosophy, it’s Physics and the results have been proven in numerous studies going back as far as Pythagorus in the 5th century B.C. I truly believe this form of healing is going to become mainstream in the next few years, and it’s inexpensive, accessible and safe.
Shanti Sound – 8010 E. McDowell Rd., Suite 213 – Scottsdale, AZ 85257
Author: Michelle LLC
Of ThickThighTherapy and author of Orgasmic Living the Journey. Donate to Empower Michelle's Existence via Cash App. Donate to Empower Michelle's Existence via Venmo.
