Holistic Anxiety Relief: The Therapeutic Benefits of Floating
In today's world, we are constantly bombarded with stimuli, leading to sensory overload and anxiety.
Our minds and bodies are very busy all day, keeping us safe, productive, and upright.
It can be difficult to truly rest when your mind constantly has external stimulation to process.
While anxiety looks different for everyone, and many things can cause anxiety, we always recommend that you seek relief from medical professionals.
There are many ways to minimize stimulation, i.e. managing technology exposure, limiting notifications, spending time in nature, and closing your eyes in bed.
However, there are very few situations where you don’t see, hear, smell, taste, or feel ANYTHING. (Can you imagine?!)
Go From Sensory Overload to Reduced Environmental Stimulation Therapy (R.E.S.T.)
Flotation therapy provides a holistic approach to managing anxiety.
Designed to block out external stimuli, the light and sound-proof flotation tanks create a therapeutic, calming environment.
When you climb into the tank, you can leave all of your worries, stressors, and triggers behind you.
This environment lets your mind and body break from all the external noise, so it can turn inward to focus on healing.
Studies have shown that a single float session (for one hour) significantly reduces anxiety and increases the feeling of peace, serenity, happiness, and overall well-being.
Regular flotation therapy sessions can increase the impact of the positive benefits on anxiety and many other mental challenges such as depression, addiction, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
Research explains how those with generalized anxiety and burnout depression saw long-term benefits after twelve weekly float sessions.
Float effortlessly in a safe, healing environment
Reduce stress and soothe the nervous system
Our float tanks have 1,000 pounds of medical-grade Epsom salt dissolved in the water.
The buoyancy of the saltwater creates a weightless sensation as if you are floating in space.
The saltwater supports your body naturally keeping your face above the water, and is heated to body temperature. This promotes a sense of ease throughout your body, so you can let go of all the tension and truly relax every muscle.
While you float, the body takes a break from maintaining its internal temperature and posture, in turn, conserving energy.
Plus, your skin absorbs Magnesium from the Epsom salt, which helps to calm the nervous system and reduce stress.
Studies show that, similar to a week-long vacation, flotation therapy can greatly reduce the body’s cortisol levels.
Center and ground yourself
Float tanks make for the perfect place to meditate without interruption.
Regardless of your meditation experience, in the state of sensory deprivation, your mind can let go of all distractions and turn to focus on your inner self.
You may experience a heightened sense of awareness, deep relaxation, and a renewed sense of energy and vitality.
“The 0-senses float experience was truly wonderful. After an hour in silence and total peace, I had a feeling of being held, safe, and supported.
I felt so much self-love, a sense of firming up my center, and the 1,000 pounds of Epsom salt soaked into my joints and skin.
I felt so calm physically and mentally, and just happy.”
It's important to remember that everyone's experience with sensory overload and anxiety is unique, so find what works best for you and your individual needs.
The R.E.S.T. technique, flotation therapy, can provide relief from the anxious feelings on your journey toward holistic health.
Float with us
We’re located in Bethesda, Maryland (right outside of Washington D.C.) and we think everyone should try floating at least once.
We’ll be here to introduce you to the space and answer any questions you may have.