By Lucy Waldron
In a unique and transformative experience, Sound and Soak combines the power of sound with the soothing properties of water to create a healing journey.
The concept behind Sound and Soak is simple but the effects are significant. By immersing gongs and crystal balls into the water, their vibrations are intensified and transmitted to the participants, creating a deeply immersive and therapeutic experience. The water acts as a conduit, allowing the frequencies to resonate within the bodies of those present.
The founder of Sound and Soak, Dianne Butler, said she along with her partner, Bruce, have been doing sound wellness for many years but the idea to put the sound in the water came to her recently.
“We are water, so it resonates more with your body, it’s great for stress, to release old patterns and reset,” Dianne said.
Dianne and Bruce created Songdahla, which uses music to re-align, re-calibrate and re-ignite oneself, and they have been travelling all over Australia assisting and sharing their knowledge.
They believe in the power of multidimensionality and the importance of remembering our inherent worth. Music serves as a tool for awakening and self-discovery, allowing each person to co-create their own reality.
The origins of Sound and Soak can be traced back to Dianne’s deep connection with sound and spirituality. In a pivotal moment in 2000, she discovered the power of sound during a visit to Wilpena Pound in South Australia. While meditating in an area known for its convergence of ley lines, she experienced a profound connection to the Earth’s energy grids. As she sang, she witnessed the stagnant energy being cleared and moved along the ley lines, realising her role in maintaining balance and harmony on the planet.
Since then, Dianne has dedicated herself to sharing the healing power of sound with others. Believing that sound is a universal medicine accessible to all, she and her partner have travelled extensively, conducting soundscapes and running sessions in various locations. The addition of the pool sessions this year has brought a new dimension to their work, tapping into the fluidity and emotional resonance of water.
The sessions take place in a warm, indoor pool and the participants are taken on a meditative journey, guided by the energies present in the space.
Dianne said that people travel once a month to just come to the sessions because of what they get out of it.
“People feel the frequency going through their bodies and even just getting into your swimmers is a big deal. Everybody is different and every reaction is different but overall, everybody loves it,” Dianne said.
Sound and Soak sessions are held once a month, on the last Sunday of every month. The practice is open to everyone, and every session is different depending on the people and energies that turn up on the day. Dianne invites everyone to embrace their own healing journey and discover the profound effects of sound.
