“The basic idea of floating is simple. First, you
minimize or completely remove the sensory input to
your brain. You just shut everything off—every
signal to your brain from the outside world. The
goal is to create an environment that allows for
greater focus, deeper meditation, and more effective
thought.”
– Shane Stott, Zen Cofounder & CEO, Author of
“The Float Tank Cure”
Floating & Sensory Deprivation Tank Benefits
What is Floating?
Also known as Sensory deprivation or floatation
tank therapy, floating is essentially nothingness
for your mind and body. It's achieved by turning
off all sensory input - sight, sound, touch, smell
and the pull of gravity - with the help of an
isolating tank, 200 gallons of water with 800
pounds of Epsom salt at exact skin temperature,
total darkness, and total silence.
Floating is a time out, a trip off the grid -
away from all the distractions of daily life - to
a deeper level of relaxation. A relaxation that
offers rest, focus, recovery, reprieve, and
exploration.
Why Would You Float?
There are many reasons to float - time to
yourself to relax and de-stress, athletic and
muscle recovery, focus and thought processing,
meditation and mindfulness, relief from pain,
therapeutic processing and PTSD therapy. At the
very minimum, it's an escape from the
over-stimulating world that we live in… No sound
means no phone alerts. No sight means no screens.
No sense of gravity means relaxation for the
postural muscles.
Where Can You Float?
Stand-alone Float centers or spas are available
all over major metro areas and some smaller
communities too. You might also find float
facilities as a part of a chiropractor's office, a
sports recovery center, or a traditional spa. If
you can't find a float center you could give Zen's
"Feels Like Floating” kit a try for an almost
floating experience that works to convey some of
the effects of floating.
How Should You Float?
Floating is a personal experience and you should
treat it as your own journey. During your first
few floats, you might find yourself losing track
of time and falling asleep - total relaxation and
the comfort it comes with will do that. We also
recommend entering the tank with a meditation
plan, or a work or life topic you'd like to focus
on. You might also like the act of journaling
afterward to help capture your thoughts and
realizations. However you decide to spend your
time in the tank we say give it a few tries before
you decide if you want to continue floating or
even take it to the next level with a Zen Float
Tank in your home.
When Should You Float?
Like any journey the timing is up to you. Some
people prefer to float after a long, stressful day
at work to help them relax and process. Some like
to float in the morning so they can strategize
their day and the challenges they want to take on.
Some athletes float right before a big game or
event to visualize their performance, some float
after to use the muscle relaxation for recovery,
and some do both.
Muscle Rehabilitation & Pain Relief
Floating puts the body in a weightless
environment, taking pressure off the muscle, bones
and joints. Then Epsom Salt works as a natural
pain reliever and muscle relaxer, relieving pain
from Tendonitis and sprains, improving muscles and
joints, while promoting quicker healing. GET MORE INFO
Reduces Anxiety, Depression & Promotes
Relaxation
Sensory deprivation floating is healing people
around the world by offering mental clarity, a
respite from stress and uninterrupted relaxation.
There is an incredible amount of ongoing research
citing stress relief and mental health
benefits: GET MORE INFO
Increased Memory, Problem Solving & Creativity
Our fast paced world is creating BRAIN STRAIN, we
process more quantities of information now than
ever before. Even one hour in an isolation tank
will significantly calm your brain, allowing
deeper thought, unlocking the subconscious mind,
stimulating creativity and innovative
thinking. GET MORE INFO
Success Visualization
Mental Fitness is just as important as physical,
an athlete or professional that lacks confidence
or plays with fear, takes themselves out of the
game. Floating helps you to visualize your
success, putting you on the path of victory. GET MORE INFO
Impact Your Five Senses Like Never Before
Mental benefits from floating are almost
LIMITLESS, you can see, hear and feel things that
truly heal your body and your mind from the damage
caused by the outside world.
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