Let me start by saying two people mentioned float tanks/pods to me. One had already had the experience and the other was planning to have the experience. All the while I am dealing with inflammation, and chronic pain, headaches, migraines and fatigue. Desperate for relief that would last more than an hour or so, I spoke with my practitioner about the idea. She confirmed she was aware of them but had not done any research or experienced it herself. She encouraged me to try it because my symptoms have been ongoing for so long she didn't think it could hurt.
So I booked my appointment as soon as I could. I was excited at first but them panic set in...I would be closed in, I would be floating in the dark. I read the reviews and testimonials. I had to use self talk not to talk myself out of it.
I showed up for my appointment and went to my float station and received the instructions from the provider. She told me everything I saw in the videos and some more. I got nervous all over again but I did it.
I showered and the lights alternated from one area of the room to the other. I shampooed my hair and took several deep breaths as the lights dimmed. I took in two noodles and a head floaty. I didn't believe I would actually float in what looked like two inches of water when I stepped into the pool.
The room was steamy and the water was warm and the evolving sounds of serenity and nature surrounded me. A hint of eucalyptus accentuated the room.
As I laid into the water, I went through a series of thoughts and feelings. Initially, anxiety, then being in the womb again, it felt familiar, spiritually closer to my creator, I relaxed into a gentle prayer of peace, gratitude and thankfulness. I often released and forgot about those noodles as well as the knee pain, the back pain and the anxiety. I teetered in and out of grounding exercises that really impressed upon me that if I give in I would truly float. I'd open my eyes briefly to remind myself of where I was and I relaxed into the float.
This is quite an experience but I don't want to give everything away so, I will say...I've had to stop three times while trying to write this because the zone is so deep and fresh. I am still in the waiting room and I am glad that I am taking the time to wait as my spouse now takes this journey with me, separately. I encourage you to take the break afterward. Sit in a chair, have a cup of tea and let the moment continue. I am pleasantly aware of my surroundings and am considering that the hour drive home may be sooner than I am ready for. So I'm taking my time so I can get home safely. #itsagoodsensation read more