| Floatation
is the common name for REST (Restricted Environmental Stimulation
Technique). Your session will take place in our specialized Ocean
Floatroom™, which you can think of as a large salt water
bath.
During REST, you will float quietly in a slightly warm, silky
solution of Epsom salt and water. To maximize this opportunity
for deep relaxation you may choose to completely reduce external
stimulation by floating in darkness, without sound.
What effects does floating have on the body?
Floating is a method of attaining the deepest relaxation
one can
experience. In the gravity free environment the body balances
and heals internally as all the senses are rested. Research
shows that floating measurably reduces blood pressure and heart
rate whilst lowering the levels of stress related chemicals
in the body. Old injuries and aches, (especially backache)
experience relief as floating helps blood circulation.
Floating is used widely in the treatment of stress, anxiety,
and jet lag and to improve concentration and creativity. Sports
performance and ‘wind down’ is also enhanced during
floating. Also, one hour of floating has the restorative effects
of 4 hours of sleep!
What effects does floating have on the mind?
During a float, you produce slower brain-waves patterns, known
as theta waves, (normally experienced only during deep meditation
or just before falling asleep and when waking up). This is
usually accompanied by vivid imagery, very clear, creative
thoughts, sudden insights and inspirations or feelings of profound
peace and joy, induced by the release of endorphins, the body’s
natural opiates.
Because of these effects, floating is used effectively in
the treatment of depression and addictions, including smoking
and alcohol. It is also used in schools and universities as
tools for Super Learning.
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