Calm Right Now - Vocal Tone For Stress And Anxiety Relief

When you need to calm your mind, settle overwhelm and come back to yourself, your voice is a powerful tool you can carry anywhere.

Filmed in the beautiful surrounds of Temescal Canyon, California, this vocal toning practice uses sustained sounds, breath and vibration to invite a deeper sense of calm and presence.

Vocal toning with gentle nasal breathing may support the natural production of nasal nitric oxide, a molecule involved in healthy respiratory and cardiovascular function. Combined with conscious breathing and sound, this simple practice can become a powerful way to shift out of stress, regulate your energy and reconnect with your body.

Whenever you need to calm it, your voice can be your own instrument for inner calm. Powerful. Portable. Transformative. Empowered.

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Transcript

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Reviews

Thank you so much for what felt like a very healing practice for my mind, body and spirit. 🙏🏽