First Float Experience

Thank you for bringing this to us.

What I have noticed primarily is that I was unsure of the benefit of the float when I spoke with you right after. It has been in the days following I’ve been increasingly aware of the benefit.

When I first entered the tank, I found I was anxious, and chose not to close the door so I wouldn’t be distracted by any fears of being shut in – I think next time I will be fine to close the door for even more darkness. The buoyancy of the water, the silkiness of it, was fantastic – it was like being in a quiet, still otherworld. I was aware and unaware of my body at the same time. At one point I felt I was floating in nothingness with a view of the night sky; having that sort of ‘cosmic’ experience was pretty cool. I did feel time stretched on and on, but I think if I can trust next time that I will hear the notice that my session is up (I was sure I wouldn’t hear it), that won’t be an issue.

On the drive home I was in traffic, but it seemed to be unconnected to me – I was able to just let it wash over me. My run the next day was more intense, in a good way. I felt more free. I wasn’t entirely sure how I felt about the float, but now I find it is all I can think about, and I just want to do it again and again and again.

I can see this becoming part of my regular life, like eating right and running to feel good and stay healthy. I ran faster yesterday than I ever have, and I attribute it to the float.

Diane

Dayton, OH