The Sacred Pause: A Sound Journey

A meditation celebrating spaciousness before the intensity of December. As we enter the quieter rhythm of the season, The Sacred Pause is an invitation to slow down, turn inward, and create space for deep rest and renewal. Join sound practitioner and artist Andonia Fthenakis for an immersive sound meditation designed to support relaxation, grounding, and a gentle return to the body’s natural rhythm. Through the resonant sounds of crystal and Himalayan singing bowls, chimes, and other therapeutic instruments, participants will be guided into a deeply restorative listening experience. Why in person matters: The vibrations created by singing bowls and resonant instruments can support the body in unwinding tension and settling the nervous system after the stressors of daily life. The rhythmic, sustained nature of sound can also encourage slower brainwave states associated with deep relaxation, meditation, and sleep, creating an environment that supports the body’s natural processes of rest and restoration. What to expect: • Release tension and restore inner harmony • Restore natural energy • Support relaxation and overall well-being • Encourage deeper rest and sleep • Revitalize energetic pathways • Experience a quiet space to simply receive No experience is necessary. Dress comfortably and bring a yoga mat, blanket, and eye covering, along with anything else you may need to lie comfortably. This event is free, but registration is required. Please register directly with the Locust Valley Library. If registration is full, join the waitlist—we will do our best to accommodate you. Register at LocustValleyLibrary.org, at the Reference Desk, or call 516-671-1837.