Silk Hammock Meditation, Mindfulness and Sound Alchemy with Gail Donnan
- Ages 18+
Floating Silk Hammock meditation, mindfulness and sound to soothe your nervous system.
Date and time
Location
Jion Studios
3 Queen Street Ripon HG4 1EG United KingdomRefund Policy
About this event
- Event lasts 1 hour
- Ages 18+
- Free venue parking
Floating Silk Hammock Meditation, Mindfulness and Sound Alchemy
Join experienced and accredited meditation & mindfulness teache, Gail Donnan for a wonderful, relaxing experience at Jion Studios! After settling into a floating silk hammock, you will be guided through different styles of meditation & mindfulness techniques with additional sound alchemy to aid relaxation and soothing of your nervous system.
Gail Donnan is an accredited meditation & mindfulness instructor, trained in sound therapy, is a Vagus Nerve practitioner, an Interdisciplinary Psychologist, EMDR Psychotherapist, Reiki Master Teacher Practitioner, Safeguard Lead, fully insured with DBS. She is also the author of two mental health & well-being books.
What to bring?
A bottle of water, blanket, small pillow and warm socks or slippers, layered clothing as the body's temperature drops during relaxation states.
What to expect during the session
Welcome, housekeeping and safety
Settling into hammocks with support from myself
Intention setting and grounding
Few minutes of sound alchemy
Breathwork
Progressive Muscle Relaxation
Moving through the brainwaves
Inner Journey and Mindfulness techniques
Visualisations
Fifteen minutes of sound (Crystal bowls and steel hand pan)
Silent unguided time
Grounding, Koshi Chimes and Tingsha bells
Stretching
Sharing, contra-actions, aftercare and next date
GDPR
I am registered with the ICO and I may contact you around your booking and/or ask your permission to add you to my database which is optional. My Privacy Policy can be found on my website www.gaildonnan.com
Contra-indications to Sound
Sound baths are generally considered safe for most people, but it is generally recommended that pregnant individuals, especially during the first trimester, consult with their healthcare provider before participating. While many sound baths are gentle and relaxing, some individuals may prefer to avoid certain frequencies or vibrations during pregnancy. Epilepsy or seizure disorders, severe mental health conditions, and recent surgery. People with pacemakers, metal implants, or certain ear conditions like Meniere's disease should also exercise caution. Additionally, those with acute infections or injuries should avoid sound healing until they have recovered.
Contra-indications to Meditation
People with a history of psychosis, severe anxiety, or post-traumatic stress disorder may experience worsening symptoms. If you have a pre-existing mental health condition please consult with your GP .
Please email me before purchasing a ticket if you have any concerns (info@gaildonnan.com)
Frequently asked questions
The studio is accessed by a steep staircase and has no disabled access.
Yes, please email info@gaildonnan.com mats are £18