Feeling Sound

About Feeling Sound

What if slowing down was actually the most productive thing you could do? Feeling Sound explores the science and practice behind sound therapy, meditation, and nervous system reset — giving you the tools to shift from overwhelm into genuine calm. Each episode blends cutting-edge research with real, accessible techniques, hosted by Clare Savory, a qualified sound therapist, musician and meditation teacher with over 20 years of experience and accreditations from the British Academy of Sound Therapy and the British School of Meditation. Whether you're sound bath-curious or deep into your wellbeing practice, there's something here for you. More written resources, guided meditations and sound bath recordings available at FeelingSound.co

Publisher

Feeling Sound

Category

health & fitness · religion & spirituality · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

23 Mar 2026

Latest episode

27 Jul 2026

Latest episodes

12 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   27 Jul 2026

   12. What Darts Taught Me About Meditation And Flow State

   What if the thing that helps you switch off isn't your meditation cushion, but a dartboard in your living room? In this episode, Clare shares a genuinely unexpected discovery: since taking up darts at home, she's noticed the exact same focus, rhythm and calm she works to create in sound baths and meditation sessions. She breaks down what's actually happening in the brain and nervous system when we lock into a repetitive, rhythmic activity, from the flow state first named by psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, to the role of the prefrontal cortex, motor cortex and a deep brain region called the putamen in turning conscious effort into easy, automatic habit. Clare also shares how mantra meditation, breath work and walking meditation tap into the same repetitive pathways, why that matters if stillness isn't your natural entry point (including for people with ADHD), and how she's using these tools herself while training for her first half marathon. Whether you're a meditator, a musician, a pub darts player, or just someone whose mind won't switch off, this episode makes the case that flow states, and nervous system regulation, can be found in the most unexpected everyday habits. Presented by Clare Savory, produced by ASFB Productions. For more about what we do, and to listen to free guided meditations and sound baths visit FeelingSound.co

2. 

   20 Jul 2026

   11. Listen Like A Fish

   Have you ever noticed how differently you respond to the exact same sound as the person standing next to you? In this episode, Clare takes you on a sound walk around Whaley Bridge, from the canal basin to an old disused tramway, exploring the difference between hearing and listening, and what it really means to listen with your whole body, not just your ears. Drawing on the work of composer Pauline Oliveros and the writing of Kay Lindahl, author of The Sacred Art of Listening, Clare talks through the practice of deep listening, why silence creates the space that makes real listening possible, and how presence, reflection and curiosity can turn an ordinary walk into something much more restorative. She shares a simple sound walk exercise you can try anywhere, introduces the idea of stealth listening, small pockets of mindfulness built into everyday moments like brushing your teeth or waiting for the kettle to boil, and explains why reaching for an app like Merlin Bird ID can sometimes stop us truly listening in the first place. The episode closes with a series of field recordings Clare made on a recent sound walk, using a geophone, a hydrophone and a binaural microphone, including a moment recorded underwater so you can, quite literally, listen like a fish. Presented by Clare Savory, produced by ASFB Productions. For more about what we do, and to listen to free guided meditations and sound baths visit FeelingSound.co

3. 

   13 Jul 2026

   10. Himalayan Singing Bowls: What 16 Years Of Research Reveals

   Ever come away from a Himalayan singing bowl sound bath feeling like your whole body's been gently reset, and wondered if there's any real evidence behind that feeling? In this episode, recorded down by the river in Glossop, Clare digs into a major new systematic review covering nineteen clinical studies from eight countries and sixteen years of research on Himalayan singing bowls. She unpacks what the therapy actually looks like in practice, from vibroacoustic sessions where the bowl is placed directly on the body, to sound meditation where the bowls move around the room, and what the evidence says about anxiety, depression, sleep quality, cognitive function and brain wave activity across patient groups including Parkinson's, autism, chronic pain and cancer care. But Clare is honest about where the research still falls short, and shares a personal reflection on who she isn't yet reaching with her own practice. Expect a diva bowl or two, a mobile-home joke, and a reminder that sound can be felt as much as heard. You can read the full write-up, with links to the research, on Clare's blog: https://www.feelingsound.co/blog/what-science-is-starting-to-tell-us-about-himalayan-singing-bowls Presented by Clare Savory, produced by ASFB Productions. For more about what we do, and to listen to free guided meditations and sound baths visit FeelingSound.co

4. 

   6 Jul 2026

   9. Menopause, Andropause and Anxiety

   Racing heart. Foggy brain. Sleep that won't come easily, however tired you are. If that sounds familiar, hormones might be part of the story - and Clare Savory wants you to know it's not something to push through alone. In this episode she goes deeper into the science behind perimenopause, menopause and andropause, exploring how hormonal change affects the nervous system, and what sound therapy, meditation and simple daily practices like humming can genuinely do to help you regulate. With real clinical research on music and menopausal symptoms, and early findings on low frequency sound and bone health, this is Clare's most researched episode yet - and a reminder that whatever stage you're at, your body deserves kindness, not silence. Presented by Clare Savory, produced by ASFB Productions. For more about what we do, and to listen to free guided meditations and sound baths visit FeelingSound.co

5. 

   29 Jun 2026

   The Anxiety Spiral: What If vs What Is

   Have you ever had a difficult day and found your mind running away with itself long after the moment has passed? I have. In this episode I'm sharing something personal - a moment when someone said something hurtful about my work, and how I found myself doing exactly what I teach others not to do: spiralling. Because knowing the tools and remembering to use them when you're hurt are two very different things. We explore what's actually happening in the brain when we catastrophise - the amygdala hijack that takes our rational mind offline, the default mode network that keeps the rumination loop running - and what neuroscience tells us about how meditation physically changes all of that over time. I'm also sharing my five ways back to the present moment when anxiety takes hold - from mindfulness and contemplation, to humming, sound, and walking until your feet become ears. This one is for anyone who's ever let a 'what if' steal their evening. Those free recordings I mention are available at https://www.feelingsound.co/blog Presented by Clare Savory, produced by ASFB Productions. For more about what we do, and to listen to free guided meditations and sound baths visit FeelingSound.co.

6. 

   5 May 2026

   When Did Silence Become So Uncomfortable?

   Silence is not empty. It's full of what we drown out. In this episode, recorded beside a stream in the Peak District, Clare Savory explores one of the most underrated tools for rest and restoration — doing nothing. Drawing on the work of John Cage, Nils Frahm and the neuroscience of silence, Clare makes the case that stillness isn't a luxury. It's a skill. And most of us have forgotten how to practise it. In this episode: The lady who came to a sound bath and realised she couldn't remember the last time she had an hour with nothing to do John Cage, 4'33" and the Harvard anechoic chamber — there is no such thing as silence Why a two-minute pause has been shown to relax the body more than the music How silence grows new cells in the hippocampus — and activates the brain's creative default mode network Why complete silence can feel threatening — and why Clare doesn't use it with beginners From BBC radio producer to sound therapist — learning to hold silence without filling it The small, radical act of listening to the kettle boil Presented by Clare Savory, produced by ASFB Productions. For more about what we do, and to listen to free guided meditations and sound baths visit FeelingSound.co

7. 

   27 Apr 2026

   Sleep Deeper: What Binaural Beats, Solfeggio Frequencies and Sound Baths Can Do For You!

   It's 11pm and your mind won't stop. You're exhausted, you know you need sleep, but something just won't let you switch off. In this episode, Clare Savory takes an evening walk through the lamp-lit streets of Glossop to talk about one of the most requested topics she hears from sound bath clients: sleep. How to get more of it, how sound can help, and why rest is a habit your body needs to learn. In this episode: Why falling asleep in a sound bath is absolutely fine — and what it tells us about how rest-deprived we really are Binaural beats explained: what they are, how the frequency following response works, and why headphones make all the difference The brainwave journey from beta to delta — and why you can't skip the gears Solfeggio frequencies: the ancient tones rooted in Gregorian chant, and why 174 Hz features in Clare's sleepscape recordings Why safety is the key to deep sleep — and how sound helps the body feel safe enough to truly let go The difference between breathwork and meditation — and which one to reach for at bedtime Want to try it for yourself tonight? Head to Clare's blog for a free 30-minute delta binaural beats sleep recording, plus a deep dive into the science: feelingsound.co/blog/cant-switch-off-to-sleep-your-brain-might-just-need-shifting-gear Presented by Clare Savory, produced by ASFB Productions. For more about what we do, and to listen to free guided meditations and sound baths visit FeelingSound.co

8. 

   20 Apr 2026

   The Science Of Stick-ability: How To Make Meditation A Habit That Lasts

   Why is meditation so hard? If you've tried and given up meditating more times than you'd like to admit, this episode is for you. Clare Savory digs into the neuroscience of habit formation, explores why consistency matters more than duration, and shares what Dr David Hamilton's research reveals about the extraordinary power our thoughts have over our brains — and our bodies. In this episode: Why building a meditation habit is genuinely hard — and why that's not a character flaw Neuroplasticity explained simply: how repeating a practice literally thickens parts of your brain The prefrontal cortex and why strengthening it improves focus, compassion and emotional resilience Dr David Hamilton's remarkable quote: why thoughts leave physical traces in the brain just like footsteps in sand Oxytocin, loving kindness meditation, and why the brain doesn't always distinguish between what's real and what's imagined Why eight weeks of daily practice can structurally change your brain — and why it doesn't have to take long each day A chance encounter with a motivational coach, a dog, and a rather timely reminder that happiness is a choice Presented by Clare Savory, produced by ASFB Productions. For more about what we do, and to listen to free guided meditations and sound baths visit FeelingSound.co

9. 

   13 Apr 2026

   The Meditation Myth: There's No One Right Way

   You haven't failed at meditation. You just haven't found your technique yet. In this episode, Clare Savory shares the moment her own practice finally clicked — and it wasn't on an app. Drawing on her training with the British School of Meditation and over a decade of personal practice, Clare introduces ten different ways to meditate, and makes the case for finding the one that actually fits your life. In this episode: From breaking news to burnout: how Clare's decade at the BBC led her to meditation — and why the apps weren't enough The ten techniques Clare trained in — and why having options changes everything Walking meditation, contemplation, zazen, loving kindness and more: a plain-English overview The unexpected power of touch — and why holding a pebble might be more therapeutic than you think How to experiment with time, place and posture to build a practice that genuinely sticks Why this isn't about sitting cross-legged in silence — and how to find what works for you Presented by Clare Savory, produced by ASFB Productions. For more about what we do, and to listen to free guided meditations and sound baths visit FeelingSound.co

10. 

    6 Apr 2026

    More Than Relaxation: The Therapeutic Power of Sound Bath Instruments

    What if the sounds you resist tell you the most? Most people come to a sound bath hoping to relax. Fewer realise it can be a genuine therapeutic tool — one that reaches places the thinking mind simply can't. In this episode, Clare Savory demystifies the instruments behind the magic, from Himalayan singing bowls to gongs to crystal bowls, and explores why understanding them can completely change your experience. In this episode: A plain-English guide to the instruments Clare uses — and the specific benefits each one offers Why Himalayan singing bowls are often the starting point for grief, emotion and feeling stuck What gongs actually do to your body — and why they're one of the most powerful therapeutic tools in the room Crystal singing bowls and the gift of mental quiet — pure frequency for an overloaded mind The seven R's: Including resistance, resonance and release — and what your reaction to certain sounds might be trying to tell you Why one session isn't enough — and how little and often is where the real change happens 3 minute sound baths available to listen to here: www.feelingsound.co/blog/12-soundscapes-of-christmas Presented by Clare Savory, produced by ASFB Productions. For more about what we do, and to listen to free guided meditations and sound baths visit FeelingSound.co

11. 

    30 Mar 2026

    Fight, Flight or Flow: How Sound Shifts Your Nervous System

    Your body already knows the answer. That low hum of anxiety, the dry mouth before a big meeting, the exhaustion that no amount of sleep seems to fix — that's your nervous system trying to tell you something. In this episode, Clare Savory breaks down the science of why so many of us are stuck in fight-or-flight, and how sound, music and meditation can help us find our way back to balance. In this episode: The difference between your sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems — and why you need both The physical signs that your stress response is running the show How low and high frequencies affect your body differently — and how to use that knowledge in everyday life Why 15 minutes of your favourite music can boost dopamine, serotonin and your body's own healing response (thanks, Dr Daniel Levitin) How meditation changes your natural resting state over time — and what monks can teach us about living lighter Why Clare went from a stress baseline of 7/10 to 3/10 — and how these tools made the difference Presented by Clare Savory, produced by ASFB Productions. For more about what we do, and to listen to free guided meditations and sound baths visit FeelingSound.co

12. 

    23 Mar 2026

    You've Forgotten How To Rest. Here's Why.

    You know you need to slow down. You just don't know how — and nobody's really explained why it feels so hard. In this first episode of Feeling Sound, Clare Savory (sound therapist, musician, meditation teacher and self-confessed data nerd) unpacks the neuroscience behind rest, burnout and the tools that can genuinely help. In this episode: Why most of us are stuck in "fourth gear" — and what happens to our body when we stay there too long The five brainwave states explained simply, and the two most of us never visit What 15 minutes in the right brain state can do for your energy levels — no coffee required The science behind how meditation can structurally change your brain in eight weeks Why regularity beats intensity — and how to find what works for you Presented by Clare Savory, produced by ASFB Productions For more about what we do, and to listen to free guided meditations and sound baths visit FeelingSound.co

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